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Times of Oman
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Times of Oman
Enjoy five-day music, magic and Maldivian traditions this Eid Al Adha
Male: This Eid Al-Adha, Sun Siyam Olhuveli Maldives invites guests to experience an extraordinary island-wide festival with a vibrant, five-day cultural and entertainment showcase running from 6th to 10th June 2025. Combining the rich heritage of the Maldives with a cutting-edge international lineup, the celebration promises something for every kind of traveler — from lovers of music and dance to families seeking a soulful tropical escape. Taking centre stage is none other than DJ Kaboo, the Dubai-based Egyptian talent renowned for pioneering "Arab Trap" music and captivating global audiences with his high-octane sets. Known for his feature in Marvel's Moon Knight soundtrack and electrifying performances across the globe, DJ Kaboo will headline the festivities with his signature fusion of deep-rooted Arabic sounds and modern beats. Adding wonder to the evenings is magician and mentalist Thomas McElroy, straight from the stage of Mesmerise Dubai. His interactive and mind-bending illusions will transport audiences into a realm of awe and wonder, creating magical moments that guests of all ages will remember. Further elevating the cultural ambiance is Belly Dancer Otta, an American-born dancer and circus artist celebrated for her captivating stage presence and rhythmic elegance. Her exotic, high-energy performances will blend seamlessly with the island's celebratory mood, adding a dynamic visual flair to the nightly lineup. Beyond the spotlight, the resort will come alive with authentic Maldivian traditions: Traditional music and dance Folk games like Koadi Nerun and Dheli Mali The colorful Eid Market, Bodu Mas parades, and Cultural Shows All set against the stunning backdrop of one of the Maldives' most picturesque islands. 'This upcoming Eid Al-Adha celebration is our tribute to Maldivian culture and our global community,' says Hassan Adil, General Manager at Sun Siyam Olhuveli. 'By integrating homegrown traditions with top-tier international entertainment, we aim to create an inclusive, joyful experience that reflects the spirit of Eid—bringing people together in celebration, discovery, and connection.' For those seeking an immersive getaway during the Eid holidays, the resort invites guests to take advantage of its exclusive Eid Offer, including up to 40% off on stays, daily breakfast and dinner, complimentary airport transfers, and a range of cultural activities designed to create meaningful memories with loved ones.
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Jasper County approves seal coal and microsurfacing plans near Neal Smith
Feb. 5—Plans to apply seal coat and microsurfacing to roads near Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge were approved by the Jasper County Board of Supervisors last week, which is all part of the first phase of an accessibility project funded in large part through a Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP) Grant. According to county documents, the affected roads include West 129th Street South from Iowa Highway 163 to South 96th Avenue West and South 96th Avenue West from West 129th Street South to Pacific Street. County Engineer Michael Frietsch said the streets will be undergoing major upgrades. "We're going to be taking the road and fixing some box culverts that have broken end sections in there," Frietsch said. "We've got a lot of things that we gotta fix up around the toes and the slopes. We're going to fix the embankments and put guard rail up and basically make safety improvements." Crews are also going to stabilize the top 12 inches with cement and then put a layer of millings down and a double layer of what is called Otta seal. Normally, when applying a seal coat, contractors put down a layer of oil and then chip. But chip is pricy. So, instead, the county will put down 3/4-inch road stone. "We're going to let that sit and cure out, and then two weeks later or so we'll put another run of oil on it and we put another layer of 3/4-inch road stone on top of it. Shape it, compact it, get it all rolled in," Frietsch said. "Then the final step beyond this is we're going to put down what is called a microsurface." Frietsch described the microsurface as a polymer-modified asphalt mixed with some coarse and fine materials that get bladed onto the surface and seals it off. "It gives it a nice sort of black color, sort of poor mans looking asphalt road, so to speak," Frietsch said. "...This is a method I've seen. Johnson County has done Otta seals and there are other counties that have done Otta seals. They're better than a plain old seal coat." If it wasn't for all the embankment slope and culvert issues around these roads, Frietsch said this method would come in around $300,000 per mile. "I think we're probably going to be around the $400,000 to $500,000 per mile range with this project," he said. "So similar to what the Lake Road was — or is." The second phase of the project includes curing West 129th Street South from South 96th Avenue West to South 102nd Avenue West, and then South 102nd Avenue West over to the Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge's maintenance shed. A bridge on South 88th Avenue West is also addressed in the third phase.
