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What's On
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
Celebrities who have the UAE Golden Visa
Launched in 2019, the UAE Golden Visa is a long-term residency scheme that offers 5- or 10-year stays for eligible individuals across various fields — from investors and entrepreneurs to creatives, scientists, and sports stars. Among the thousands who have received this prestigious residency are some of the world's biggest names. Think Cristiano Ronaldo, Sanjay Dutt, and even celebrated chefs and artists who now call the UAE home. Whether they're living here full-time or frequenting the city for work, these famous faces are part of the growing global community putting down roots in the Emirates. Here are some of the most recognisable Golden Visa recipients. Christiano Ronaldo Football star Christiano Ronaldo is a frequent visitor to the UAE and was granted his Golden Visa in 2020. He has a friendship with Dubai's Crown Prince HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and is often spotted in Dubai with his family. Chef Izu Ani The renowned British-Nigerian chef known for iconic restaurants such as Gaia, Alaya and Carine received his Golden Visa in 2021. Giorgio Armani In 2021 the legendary fashion designer, who opened the luxurious Armani Hotel in the Burj Khalifa in 2011, was awarded the visa. Ola Farahat Ola Farahat, Palestinian-Canadian influencer and entrepreneur, received the Golden Visa in March 2022. Ameni Esseibi Known as the Middle East's first curve model, influencer Ameni Esseibi shared the news that she received the Golden Visa on her Instagram page in January 2022. Elissa Famous Lebanese singer, Elissa, was awarded the golden visa last year in October 2024. Mohamed Ramadan The Egyptian singer received his visa in 2020. He is frequently in the UAE and has even filmed two music videos here. Sanjay Dutt The popular Bollywood actor received the golden visa in 2021. He shared the news on X (formerly Twitter), 'I vow to help the country whenever they are in need since that's what our true purpose as humans is, to help each other grow.' > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Messi vs Ronaldo: Ultimate battle between trophy glory and goal scoring greatness
For more than 15 years, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have dominated football as the biggest stars. Who the GOAT (Greatest of All Time) is, still the question all around. They have both broken many records, won several honors, and given fans some of the best football moments of all time. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now As of July 2025, Lionel Messi and Christiano Ronaldo are still performing. Their whole careers goals, trophies, and more let's be compared to reveal how close the contest actually is. Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo: Goals and matches Cristiano Ronaldo has scored more goals than any other male football player in history. Including 138 goals as representing Portugal, he has scored 938 goals over 1261 matches. Among his 872 goals in 1086 games, Lionel Messi has 112 for Argentina. Christiano Ronaldo separates himself by his shooting strength, finishing, and headers. Lionel Messi is known for his deft passing, dribbling, and important goals. Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo: Trophies at club level Lionel Messi has taken 45 awards with his teams. Four Champions League titles and twelve league titles such as La Liga and Ligue 1 are included. Spanning England, Spain, and Italy, Christiano Ronaldo has earned 34 trophies with teams all over, including 5 Champions League crowns and 7 league titles. While Lionel Messi has more league championships and assists plus team assistance, Christiano Ronaldo has more cups. Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo: International achievements Lionel Messi won the World Cup in 2022 with Argentina. He also won the Copa America in 2021 and 2024, and the Finalissima in 2022. In total, he has 4 major international titles. Christiano Ronaldo helped Portugal win the Euro in 2016, and then the UEFA Nations League in 2019 and 2025. He has 3 major international trophies. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo: Awards and records Lionel Messi has won the Ballon d'Or on 8 occasions more than any other player in history. Five times it has been won by Christiano Ronaldo. Compared to Christiano Ronaldo's four, Lionel Messi has also claimed silver and gold six European Golden Shoe awards. Seven times Christiano Ronaldo has led the Champions League in scoring, whereas Lionel Messi has six. In one calendar year, 2012, Lionel Messi broke the world record with 91 goals. Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo: Style of play Lionel Messi is a left-footed player. Known for rapid dribbling, short passes, and opportunities, he Primarily plays at FC Barcelona, he currently plays at Inter Miami. Right-footed Christiano Ronaldo is well known for his leaping height, strong shots, and lightning runs. Having formerly played at Real Madrid, Juventus, and Manchester United, he is now in Saudi Arabia. Also Read: Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo: When they played against each other Over 36 encounters have Christiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi shared. Lionel Messi won 16 times; Christiano Ronaldo won 11; the other 9 games ended in draws. Though they both have surpassed 20 goals in those contests. In February 2023, Al Nassr and PSG played an official friendly game against each other. Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have both changed football forever. They have scored, assisted, won titles, and stayed at the top for a long time. It's hard to say who is truly better. What matters most is that we got to see both legends play at the same time.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Cristiano Ronaldo signs massive $700 million deal with Al Nassr packed with perks no athlete has seen before
Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the most recognized footballers on the planet, has signed a new contract that is breaking records everywhere. This contract is unlike any other. Not just financially interesting. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Also a little wild. The value of the agreement is so huge that experts are calling it the biggest contract in sports history. But what really has everyone talking are the extra benefits that come with it. From private jets to dozens of personal staff, this deal is more than just football. And he's not the only one to get such extras. Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr deal includes $700 million, private jets, and 16 personal staff In December 2022, Cristiano Ronaldo made a deal with Saudi Arabian professional football club Al Nassr. The 40-year-old made the decision to sign from , where Christiani Ronaldo accepted a two-year contract worth, potentially $700 million and by contract Christiano Ronaldo could take $244.4 million, according to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano and reported by The Sun. But the money is only one part. Christiano Ronaldo also gets a $33.6 million signing bonus, $5.5 million if he scores the most goals in the Saudi Pro League, and $5.5 million in private jet credits. He also receives 15% ownership in the club and around $82.4 million in sponsorship deals with Saudi brands. On top of all this, Al Nassr will provide 16 full-time personal staff to support his daily life. Another major benefit: Saudi Arabia doesn't charge income tax. So, Christiano Ronaldo keeps more of his earnings than he would in Europe. 'He's probably getting paid as much as the entire league is generating in revenue,' said Victor Matheson, a sports economist, to MarketWatch. Lionel Messi, David Beckham, and even CEOs have received similar perks Cristiano Ronaldo isn't the first to get extras in a contract. In 2023, Lionel Messi signed with Inter Miami and got deals with Apple TV and Adidas. He earns a part of the money from Apple's MLS streaming service, as reported by Sportico. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Back in 2007, David Beckham's deal with LA Galaxy included the right to buy an MLS team later. He now owns Inter Miami. 'Beckham's deal worked out really well,' Matheson said. Even big company CEOs get extra perks. In 2022, Meta paid $6 million for Mark Zuckerberg's jet travel. Salesforce CEO Mark Benioff was allowed $3 million for security and $1.6 million for flights. Also Read:
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Scotsman
28-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scotsman
Olivia Colman CBE launches Cheshire Omaze Million Pound House prize draw
This video More videos Take a look inside this £4m Cheshire home which you could win in the latest Omaze Million Pound House prize draw. Keep up with the latest new videos with the Shots! Newsletter. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Video (click to play above) shows what it's like inside the stunning four-bedroom Cheshire home you could win with Omaze. The stunning Alderley Edge home is set in the heart of one of the UK's most exclusive and desirable residential areas—the 'Golden Triangle'—which also encompasses the affluent villages of Wilmslow and Prestbury. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Premier League footballers as neighbours Famed for its privacy, natural beauty and high-end village lifestyle, Alderley Edge is a long-time favourite among Premier League footballers and celebrities. Famous residents past and present include Christiano Ronaldo, Sir David and Victoria Beckham, Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand, Peter Crouch and Abbey Clancy. Omaze Cheshire House | Omaze With its secluded lanes, top schools, boutique shopping and acclaimed restaurants, the area is often described as the 'Beverly Hills of the North'. Countryside views The striking home combines bold modern architecture with elegant natural finishes—featuring dramatic cantilevers, walls of glass and recessed balconies—offering more than 6,300 sq ft of light-filled living space across three floors. Omaze Cheshire House - Office Exterior | Omaze The expansive layout includes a capacious, double-height living room, with a floor-to-ceiling glazed wall providing uninterrupted views across the Cheshire countryside. A wraparound, south-facing terrace connects directly to the landscaped gardens below. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Walk-in wine store On the first floor, the custom-built kitchen includes a range of high-end Miele appliances and opens onto the main entertaining level. Omaze Cheshire House - Pool | Omaze On the ground floor, a full leisure suite features an indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna and gym with dedicated changing facilities. There's also a walk-in wine store as well as a fourth bedroom with additional shower room, perfect for when the eventual winner has friends and family to visit. On the second floor there is the principal bedroom suite, complete with en suite bathroom and large dressing room overlooking the garden - alongside two further ensuite bedrooms. Mark Field Photography / Omaze The house is fitted with state-of-the-art features including underfloor central heating ,air conditioning, full home lighting control as well as integrated sound speakers. All bedrooms include built in wardrobes, with feature oak pivot and sliding doors used throughout. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad How can I enter Omaze prize draw?
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Scotsman
22-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scotsman
Olivia Colman CBE launches Cheshire Omaze Million Pound House prize draw
This video More videos Take a look inside this £4m Cheshire home which you could win in the latest Omaze Million Pound House prize draw. Keep up with the latest new videos with the Shots! Newsletter. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Video (click to play above) shows what it's like inside the stunning four-bedroom Cheshire home you could win with Omaze. The stunning Alderley Edge home is set in the heart of one of the UK's most exclusive and desirable residential areas—the 'Golden Triangle'—which also encompasses the affluent villages of Wilmslow and Prestbury. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Premier League footballers as neighbours Famed for its privacy, natural beauty and high-end village lifestyle, Alderley Edge is a long-time favourite among Premier League footballers and celebrities. Famous residents past and present include Christiano Ronaldo, Sir David and Victoria Beckham, Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand, Peter Crouch and Abbey Clancy. Omaze Cheshire House | Omaze With its secluded lanes, top schools, boutique shopping and acclaimed restaurants, the area is often described as the 'Beverly Hills of the North'. Countryside views The striking home combines bold modern architecture with elegant natural finishes—featuring dramatic cantilevers, walls of glass and recessed balconies—offering more than 6,300 sq ft of light-filled living space across three floors. Omaze Cheshire House - Office Exterior | Omaze The expansive layout includes a capacious, double-height living room, with a floor-to-ceiling glazed wall providing uninterrupted views across the Cheshire countryside. A wraparound, south-facing terrace connects directly to the landscaped gardens below. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Walk-in wine store On the first floor, the custom-built kitchen includes a range of high-end Miele appliances and opens onto the main entertaining level. Omaze Cheshire House - Pool | Omaze On the ground floor, a full leisure suite features an indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna and gym with dedicated changing facilities. There's also a walk-in wine store as well as a fourth bedroom with additional shower room, perfect for when the eventual winner has friends and family to visit. On the second floor there is the principal bedroom suite, complete with en suite bathroom and large dressing room overlooking the garden - alongside two further ensuite bedrooms. Mark Field Photography / Omaze The house is fitted with state-of-the-art features including underfloor central heating ,air conditioning, full home lighting control as well as integrated sound speakers. All bedrooms include built in wardrobes, with feature oak pivot and sliding doors used throughout. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad How can I enter Omaze prize draw?
