{"id":40281,"date":"2025-08-02T10:47:13","date_gmt":"2025-08-02T10:47:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/40281\/"},"modified":"2025-08-02T10:47:13","modified_gmt":"2025-08-02T10:47:13","slug":"timeframe-when-the-uae-was-left-spellbound-by-harry-potter-and-the-cursed-child","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/40281\/","title":{"rendered":"Timeframe: When the UAE was left spellbound by Harry Potter and the Cursed Child"},"content":{"rendered":"

Abu Dhabi is getting ready for a spellbinding experience as Harry Potter<\/a>: The Exhibition comes to Manarat Al Saadiyat.<\/p>\n

But before the exhibition, the UAE was already captivated by the wizarding world<\/a> created by J K Rowling<\/a> as fans of the Boy Wizard turned out to Dubai’s Mall of the Emirates<\/a> for the book launch of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in July 2016. The book featured the script of the then-new two-part play of the same name, which had its official premiere in London’s West End<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Fans of the eagerly awaited novel turned out to the Virgin Megastore inside the mall at 2am to be among the first to get a copy. The book went on sale at 3am, to coincide with the midnight launch in the UK.<\/p>\n

To set the mood, the Harry Potter movie theme music played in the background as fans dressed up for the occasion. Some had lightning-shaped scars on their foreheads, created with make-up pencils, while others wore the wizard’s signature round eyeglasses.<\/p>\n

A woman wore a lavender wig \u2013 probably in honour of Nymphadora Tonks, a witch who died while defending Hogwarts \u2013 while a Professor Snape look-alike was spotted, with the distinctive nose and severe black hairstyle, along with a touch of kohl around the eyes.<\/p>\n

Black picnic tables were set up at the entrance of the store to mimic the Hogwarts Great Hall, while gold and black balloons were on the floor. There was even one foil balloon in the shape of the Snitch \u2013 the winged ball used in the wizarding sport of Quidditch.<\/p>\n

Co-written by Rowling, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is set 19 years after the conclusion of the final novel in the series, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. It features a grown-up Harry, struggling to balance his life as a father of three and an overworked employee of the Ministry of Magic.<\/p>\n

Key facilities
\nOlympic-size swimming pool with a split bulkhead for multi-use configurations, including water polo and 50m\/25m training lanes
\nPremier League-standard football pitch
\n400m Olympic running track
\nNBA-spec basketball court with auditorium
\n600-seat auditorium
\nSpaces for historical and cultural exploration
\nAn elevated football field that doubles as a helipad
\nSpecialist robotics and science laboratories
\nAR and VR-enabled learning centres
\nDisruption Lab and Research Centre for developing entrepreneurial skills
\nMATCH INFO<\/p>\n

Uefa Champions League semi-final, first leg<\/p>\n

Tottenham v Ajax, Tuesday, 11pm (UAE).<\/p>\n

Second leg<\/p>\n

Ajax v Tottenham, Wednesday, May 8, 11pm<\/p>\n

Games on BeIN Sports<\/p>\n

How much do leading UAE\u2019s UK curriculum schools charge for Year 6?
\nNord Anglia International School (Dubai) \u2013 Dh85,032
\nKings School Al Barsha (Dubai) \u2013 Dh71,905
\nBrighton College Abu Dhabi – Dh68,560
\nJumeirah English Speaking School (Dubai) \u2013 Dh59,728
\nGems Wellington International School \u2013 Dubai Branch \u2013 Dh58,488
\nThe British School Al Khubairat (Abu Dhabi) – Dh54,170
\nDubai English Speaking School \u2013 Dh51,269<\/p>\n

*Annual tuition fees covering the 2024\/2025 academic year<\/p>\n

How the bonus system works<\/p>\n

The two riders are among several riders in the UAE to receive the top payment of\u00a0\u00a310,000 under the\u00a0Thank You Fund\u00a0of \u00a316 million (Dh80m), which was announced\u00a0in conjunction with Deliveroo’s \u00a38 billion (Dh40bn) stock market listing earlier this year.<\/p>\n

The \u00a310,000 (Dh50,000) payment is made to those riders who have completed the highest number of orders in each market.<\/p>\n

There are also riders who will receive payments of \u00a31,000 (Dh5,000) and \u00a3500 (Dh2,500).<\/p>\n

All riders who have worked with Deliveroo for at least one year and completed 2,000 orders will receive \u00a3200 (Dh1,000), the company said when it announced the scheme.<\/p>\n

What the law says <\/p>\n

Micro-retirement is not a recognised concept or employment status under Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 on the Regulation of Labour Relations (as amended) (UAE Labour Law). As such, it reflects a voluntary work-life balance practice, rather than a recognised legal employment category, according to Dilini Loku, senior associate for law firm Gateley Middle East.<\/p>\n

\u201cSome companies may offer formal sabbatical policies or career break programmes; however, beyond such arrangements, there is no automatic right or statutory entitlement to extended breaks,\u201d she explains.<\/p>\n

\u201cAny leave taken beyond statutory entitlements, such as annual leave, is typically regarded as unpaid leave in accordance with Article 33 of the UAE Labour Law. While employees may legally take unpaid leave, such requests are subject to the employer\u2019s discretion and require approval.\u201d<\/p>\n

If an employee resigns to pursue micro-retirement, the employment contract is terminated, and the employer is under no legal obligation to rehire the employee in the future unless specific contractual agreements are in place (such as return-to-work arrangements), which are generally uncommon, Ms Loku adds.<\/p>\n

How to wear a kandura<\/p>\n

Dos<\/p>\n

\tWear the right fabric for the right season and occasion\u00a0
\n\tAlways ask for the dress code if you don\u2019t know
\n\tWear a white kandura, white ghutra \/ shemagh (headwear) and black shoes for work\u00a0
\n\tWear 100 per cent cotton under the kandura as most fabrics are polyester<\/p>\n

Don\u2019ts\u00a0<\/p>\n

\tWear hamdania for work, always wear a ghutra and agal\u00a0
\n\tBuy a kandura only based on how it feels; ask questions about the fabric and understand what you are buying<\/p>\n

The specs<\/p>\n

Engine: 4.0-litre V8 twin-turbocharged and three electric motors<\/p>\n

Power: Combined output 920hp<\/p>\n

Torque: 730Nm at 4,000-7,000rpm<\/p>\n

Transmission: 8-speed dual-clutch automatic<\/p>\n

Fuel consumption: 11.2L\/100km<\/p>\n

On sale: Now, deliveries expected later in 2025<\/p>\n

Price: expected to start at Dh1,432,000<\/p>\n

How to apply for a drone permit
\nIndividuals must register on UAE Drone app or website using their UAE Pass
\nAdd all their personal details, including name, nationality, passport number, Emiratis ID, email and phone number
\nUpload the training certificate from a centre accredited by the GCAA
\nSubmit their request
\nWhat are the regulations?
\nFly it within visual line of sight
\nNever over populated areas
\nEnsure maximum flying height of 400 feet (122 metres) above ground level is not crossed
\nUsers must avoid flying over restricted areas listed on the UAE Drone app
\nOnly fly the drone during the day, and never at night
\nShould have a live feed of the drone flight
\nDrones must weigh 5 kg or less
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Dhadak 2<\/p>\n

Director: Shazia Iqbal<\/p>\n

Starring: Siddhant Chaturvedi, Triptii Dimri\u00a0<\/p>\n

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