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Arab Times
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Arab Times
Kuwait Moves to Penalize Gender Imitation and Violence Against Disabled and Elderly
KUWAIT CITY, May 7: President of the Kuwait Society Against Violence Attorney Ali Al-Ali disclosed that he submitted two legislative proposals to Minister of Justice Nasser Al-Sumait during their meeting with Vice President of the society Dr. Saleh Al-Naham on Wednesday. In a statement to the newspaper, Al-Ali revealed that they discussed the spread of certain negative phenomena -- imitating the opposite sex and assaulting people with disabilities and the elderly -- at the meeting. He explained that the first proposal is to amend the legislation prohibiting the imitation of the opposite sex; while the second is to impose harsher penalties on those who assault people with disabilities and the elderly, in preparation for the issuance of appropriate legislation and the revision of relevant regulations. He expressed his gratitude to the minister for understanding the society's legitimate concerns about the negative phenomena that must be addressed through the coordinated efforts of the concerned government agencies and civil society institutions. On the other hand, Al-Naham confirmed in a similar statement to the newspaper that the phenomenon of imitating the opposite sex is a violation of the Islamic Law. He said many countries around the world have started taking strict measures against homosexuality. He added that court rulings have been issued in some foreign countries prohibiting gender reassignment. He explained that gender identity disorder among young people is often due to the impact of globalization, uncontrolled openness, absence of a family role and bad company.
Arab News
17-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Horse racing is in UAE's DNA, says Dubai Racing Club CEO
DUBAI: With less than three weeks left before the Dubai World Cup, Ali Al-Ali can look back with more than a measure of satisfaction on another successful racing season calendar at Meydan. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport On Saturday, April 5, the racing world's attention will again turn to the emirate as the globe's best horses, jockeys and trainers take part in the 29th edition of the thoroughbred race. However, for the CEO of Dubai Racing Club, as well as many racing enthusiasts, the Dubai Racing Carnival has been up and running since November and concluded its last pre-World Cup event on Friday. 'The Carnival was restructured last year, season 2023-2024, and this is the second iteration of it,' said Al-Ali. 'We have had a lot of feedback from both the racing side and the guest side, great feedback coming from both of those, talking about how the Carnival has created a whole new experience for the people that are coming to the course and enjoying a time out on a Friday night, as well as creating a very competitive atmosphere for international horses coming from all over the world.' One of the highlights of the calendar took place on Saturday, March 1, and for some of the participants provided a path to the main card of the Dubai World Cup. 'Emirates Super Saturday has always been a great night,' said Al-Ali. 'It's a mini rehearsal for the Dubai World Cup. It was the first time that Emirates Super Saturday falls under Ramadan, and I think we created a beautiful mix of Ramadan vibes, culture, horse racing, hospitality and entertainment on that night.' The Dubai Racing Club was established in 1992, and the Dubai World Cup had its first run four years later. From its origins at Nad Al-Sheba Racecourse to its current home of Meydan, it has become one of the world's most famous racing events, featuring a total prize of $30.5 million for nine races, of which $12 million is set aside for the showpiece race. 'Well, horse racing has always been in the DNA of Dubai and the UAE as well,' said Al-Ali. 'The vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum was to bring the horses back to their original home. 'From there began the mission of His Highness to create a hub and to create a racing environment that suits everyone coming into the region,' he added. 'And (he also wanted) to prove that these horses entering here in Dubai do always have a better chance of winning outside as well. Going back to how it has evolved, I believe with His Highness' directions and continuous support, we are at a pinnacle at the moment and we're only pushing forward.' Having the right facilities and talent is what helped Dubai become a regional and global racing hub, according to Al-Ali. 'I see Dubai as a great hub due to the infrastructure, and most importantly, the know-how of flying in international horses and providing them with the right atmosphere, the right facilities, the right supplies, the right support to race in a very safe and enjoyable racecourse.' The 2025 Dubai World Cup will take place only days after Eid Al-Fitr, but Al-Ali says that preparations have been going on for some time now. 'We've been preparing since almost a year now. That's how we do it and that's always what we try to achieve. We always try to achieve absolute excellence when it comes to the Dubai World Cup,' he said. The CEO says that technology is increasingly playing a major part in maintaining that excellence. 'From a technological perspective, we see that the Dubai Racing Club is going to be one of the pioneering jurisdictions in implementing both artificial intelligence within our operations, as well as enhancing the technology that is helping and aiding horse racing around the region.' Al-Ali is now looking forward to the start of this year's festivities on April 1. 'The Dubai World Cup Week is full of activities and entertainment, and we've got the Post-Position Draw, the Post-Position Gala, the Dubai World Cup Gala, and the breakfast of the stars as well, which is now called the Morning Gallop.' Horses and trainers are already making the move to Dubai ahead of the big week. 'We have received some of the horses that are going to be running on the Dubai World Cup night and we're expecting more of them to come throughout these weeks,' Al-Ali said.
Arab News
28-02-2025
- Sport
- Arab News
Dubai set for Emirates Super Saturday at Meydan Racecourse
DUBAI: One of the highlights of the UAE racing calendar returns on March 1 when the Meydan Racecourse hosts Emirates Super Saturday, an event that has horses from around the globe compete for a coveted spot on the Dubai World Cup card. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport Held just five weeks ahead of the Dubai World Cup on April 5, Super Saturday will feature nine races, with six offering guaranteed entry to the showcase event through the exclusive bonus scheme. Ali Al-Ali, CEO and board member of Dubai Racing Club, said: 'Emirates Super Saturday is one of our most popular and exciting days of racing, offering not only top-notch preparatory races but also a unique blend of sport, fashion and entertainment that captivates both racing aficionados and lifestyle enthusiasts.' The highlight of the day is the G2 Al-Maktoum Classic, with $327,000 in prize money, and a field that includes top contenders Kabirkhan (under the guidance of eight-time UAE Champion Doug Watson), Korean star Global Hit, and France's Group 1 winner King Gold. The 2,400-meter G2 Dubai City of Gold paves the way for the G1 Longines Dubai Sheema Classic, while the G2 Singspiel Stakes serves as a strong race in its own right but also unlocks automatic entry to the G1 Dubai Turf. Racing fans can look forward to match-ups featuring Godolphin's multiple G1 winner Nations Pride and the British-trained sensation Cairo for Alice Haynes. Adding an international twist, two impressive Japanese runners join the lineup. These are American Stage, from trainer Yoshito Yahagi, in the Group 3 Mahab Al-Shimaal — an exciting prelude to the G1 Golden Shaheen — and T O Saint Denis, guided by Daisuke Takayanagi, in the G3 Burj Nahaar, set to prepare for the G2 Godolphin Mile. Other highlights include the Group 3 Nad Al-Sheba Turf Sprint, a precursor to the G1 Al-Quoz Sprint featuring the defending champion British filly, Frost At Dawn, and there is the culmination of the three-year-old turf series with the Listed Jumeirah 1000 Guineas and Jumeirah 2000 Guineas.
