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What's On
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
The best bars in Abu Dhabi to try out this weekend: July 25 to 27
If you're looking for the best bars to check out in Abu Dhabi this weekend, we have just the list for you, something for everyone, from romantic nights out to sultry speakeasies and time travelling to the past. Take your pick. For a bit of romance: Marta Lounge Few locations boast an address as fabulous as Marta: the rooftop lounge is set above Fouquet's Abu Dhabi at the Louvre. This speakeasy-style bar and restaurant oozes Parisienne sophistication, with plush cushioned chairs, art deco lights and gold accents. It's open throughout the day for those combining a date night with an afternoon of culture, but ramps up the romance come nightfall. Location: Marta Bar, Louvre Abu Dhabi Times: Friday and Saturday, 12pm to 10.30pm, Sunday, 12pm to 10pm Contact: (0) 50 699 6781 @ For the high-flyers: Dragon's Tooth Location: Galaxy Bar, DIFC Times: Friday and Saturday, 5pm to 2am, Sundays, 5pm to 1am Contact: (0) 2 813 5520 @rosewoodabudhabi For an elegant night out: Library Bar For a sophisticated night out, this is one you shouldn't miss. Located at Al Bateen's Abu Dhabi EDITION, Library Bar regularly ranks among the capital's top bars, and there's never a bad time to find out why. They consistently host exciting takeovers featuring big names from around the world, and have an exciting menu that's waiting to be unravelled. Location: Library Bar, The EDITION, Abu Dhabi Times: Friday and Saturday, 5pm to 2am, Sunday, 5pm to 1am Contact: @librarybarabudhabi For something different: The Hideaway Step back in time to the roaring twenties, and lose yourself to a speakeasy vibe native to The Windy City when you find your way to The Hideaway, at the Four Seasons Abu Dhabi. Get set for one surprise after another, as you enjoy the exclusivity and attention-to-detail this venue has to offer. Hint: turn into What's On Abu Dhabi's Restaurant of the Year, Butcher & Still, and then ask around – you just might find it. Speakeasy? Private dining? Decide for yourself. Location: Butcher and Still, Four Seasons Abu Dhabi, The Galleria Al Maryah Island Times: Daily, 4pm to 12am Contact: (0) 2 333 2444 @fsabudhabi Images: Socials > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Irish Independent
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Bestselling Dublin author to visit library in Waterford
The Dublin-born author has written 20 novels as well as three collections of short stories and two novels for children, all of which have been bestsellers both in Ireland and overseas. These include The Hideaway, What Happened That Night, Isobel's Wedding and Suddenly Single, with sales topping eight million around the world. She is renowned for telling a good story and making her readers feel like they know the characters. Ms O'Flanagan said: 'Ireland is famed for its writers, but for me growing up most of the novels were rural in both their settings and their points of view. I wanted to read books about people like me, who lived in the city… I also wanted to read novels in which the women were the heroes of their own stories and not simply there because they were someone's wife, mother or daughter.' She is also a passionate advocate for increasing literacy and helping people who have come to reading late in life so that they can find the same pleasure in reading as she has. Waterford City and County librarian Mary Conway, who founded the Writers at Waterford Libraries programme in 2023 said: 'Our series of writer events aims to unite readers and writers through free, accessible events in their local library branches. 'Waterford Libraries are presenting a line-up of unique and engaging voices in Irish writing and we are delighted to welcome Shelia O'Flanagan to Waterford as part of this.' The event is free, but booking is essential. Phone Tramore Library on 051 849594 to reserve your place. The Writers at Waterford Libraries series is a programme of Waterford City and County Council Library Service.
Metro
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Beware the Glastonbury Hipster - they'll ruin the festival for you
Every year, people share their dos and don'ts for Glastonbury. The top tips and the pitfalls. But take it from me, this summer, there is one person you must avoid at all costs, and that is the Glastonbury Hipster. The know-it-all, bucket hat-wearing, Kate Moss-channelling, cool-conscious bros and gals who are too cool to put on something lime green and have a boogie to Charli XCX, but will stay up until 8am with their jaw swinging on the floor so they can enjoy 100bpm dance music to 'get with the vibe of the festival'. I saw plenty of them last year, and I've heard their chatterings on social media this year, telling people they won't have lived if they don't get into late night club NYC Downlow, the 'hottest venue in the field'. Or saying that they will absolutely not be going near any Pyramid Stage headliners. They are the Dalston cohort of Worthy Farm, which opened its gates on Wednesday. And while they consider themselves the festival elite, my experience of these wannabees is that they are the ones who are missing out. Often solo, the Glastonbury Hipster requires freedom from the shackles of friendship group obligations for their weekend of profound life experience. Their single goal is to nab a spot at the most elitist party in town, which goes against Glastonbury's ethos of togetherness. They will queue for hours for a spot at exclusive queer night NYC Downlow (despite in many cases being as straight as a pencil), Soho House's VIP pop-up The Hideaway or wristband-only crew bar Maceos, all just to say they've been. And like an influencer in the wild, it doesn't matter how stupid they look attempting to sneak into these glitzy corners. They loiter around wristband-only venues hoping to get in with the security guard or wave wildly at a VIP acquaintance (their friend's cousin's friend's ex-housemate, perhaps), wailing: 'REMEMBER ME?'. I couldn't think of anything worse – especially when there is so much else going on. The real Glastonbury happens in public spaces with normal, sound people. If I'd been trying to sniff out the 'superior' secret Glastonbury spots instead of appreciating what's right there in front of me last year, I would have missed my best moments: The thrusting, metal-clad street performers that made me belly laugh like I hadn't in weeks, or watching LCD Soundsystem's goosebump-worthy All My Friends on the Pyramid Stage at sunset. I wouldn't have enjoyed the experience, to be honest. Fear of missing out is bad enough as it is at Glastonbury with 2,000+ acts over a few short days, without adding the anxiety that you're not at the centre of the coolest, under-the-radar gig. Of course, Glastonbury Hipsters are within their rights to be themselves. Queue for the secret underground bar if you find it and want to see what all the fuss is about. But know that I am judging. Because the four walls of a venue doesn't make a place; the people do. And if you go somewhere where everyone is chasing something, no one is truly there. The moment thousands of people descend on the Pyramid Stage and sing along to Neil Young's Heart of Gold, however? Or when the Other Stage bounces in unison to the drop of Charli XCX's Von Dutch? Or when an emotional CMAT takes to the big stage for the first time in her career? There's magic in those connections, and it's all right in front of you for the taking. No doubt that while Olivia Rodrigo is on the Pyramid Stage this weekend, the Glastonbury Hipster will be doing something much cooler: Rolling around eating worms near the Stone Circle, talking about big topics like whether women should shave their pits, or partying with some old bloke – who is apparently kind of a big deal around here, or so he tells you – in The Secret Piano Bar. Think of this when you get a wide-eyed look for showing off your Rod Stewart mullet and shaking your groin like your aunt Sheila on a hen do to Do Ya Think I'm Sexy? Glastonbury is a place to feel free, no matter how uncool that makes you. More Trending Please don't listen to Glastonbury Hipsters. Please don't be one yourself. When they recommend a secret set on a stage over your favourite 2000s band, or a 4am rave over a burger and stumbling home, don't fall into a trap of feeling like you're missing out. As for me, I'm not Brat enough for Charli XCX, so you will find me crying to Harvest Moon, swooning over Raye and generally going with the flow, wherever that takes me. While these Glastonbury purists like to think they're as cool as a cucumber, they're about as flexible as one, too. With that attitude, you'll be the most stressed person on Worthy Farm – just after Emily Eavis. Do you have a story you'd like to share? Get in touch by emailing Share your views in the comments below. MORE: Glastonbury crowds fuming about sound 'issues' on day one – but there's a good reason why MORE: If Britain went to war I wouldn't hesitate to enlist MORE: How to watch Glastonbury Festival 2025 in the UK: TV channel and live stream
Scottish Sun
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Love Island girl DUMPED from villa in savage show twist
It comes after a big villa clash between Meg and new bombshell Malisha A LOVE Island girl has been dumped from the villa in a savage show twist - and she's already left the show, as this year's explosive series continues. Bosses have set out to rewrite the ITV2 dating series playbook and this is another exit that doesn't follow the usual script. 6 A Love Island girl has been dumped from the villa in a savage show twist - and she's already left the show, as this year's explosive series continues Credit: Eroteme 6 There's been a lot of tension in the villa recently - and the dumping makes that worse Credit: Eroteme 6 Malisha and Meg clashed Credit: Eroteme The Sun is holding the details to ensure a big surprise for fans, but this girl's night goes from zero to 100 in this latest whiplash twist. The girl was gutted but has already left the villa, with the scenes to play out on screen in the coming days. A source told The Sun: " After the drama of the last few days and all the tensions in the villa, the dumping made things even more stressful in there and there were lots of emotions. "It's very dramatic and has made everyone realise that no one is safe." It comes after the latest bombshells, Emily, Malisha and Yasmin, exploded into action, turning heads and causing chaos. Meg and Malisha have been a hot topic of conversation amongst fans, after clashing over Dejon. Meg first lashed out at Malisha after she asked Dejon Noel Williams to go for a chat in The Hideaway. Malisha was branded "disrespectful" by furious Meg, who is coupled up with Dejon, and they ended up in a slanging match. During the row, Malisha told Meg to "grow up" and called her an "idiot, to which Megan Forte Clark snapped back. In last night's episode, Malisha was shown crying following her argument with Meg as she raced back inside the villa. Love Island feud breaks out as Meg's savage row with Malisha splits the villa - forcing Alima to step in Hot on her heels was Alima Gagio who was quick to comfort her. Then, creating a new and obvious division, Almia stormed outside to confront Meg and the other girls for speaking to Malisha the way they did. Addressing Megan FC, she said: "That was not nice to see all the shouting." Megan replied: "She called Meg and idiot so I piped in." Meg then attempted to validate her fury by explaining to Alima that she felt Malisha was "disrespectful" for asking Dejon to The Hideaway. "I didn't even want to argue with her," Meg claimed. But Alima told her: "I know it's not nice to see your boy getting pulled up left, right and centre but at the same time, we can be nice to boys and we can be nice to the girls as well." Meg replied: "I completely agree but coming in here with the energy she had last night and sat with Dejon having just had a date with him, starting to argue with the girl he's in a couple with and shouting your mouth off at me and calling me an idiot, that's not a good impression." Standing firm, Alima said: "It's more like, let's try and be nicer to people because that was crazy to watch." Shakira Khan, who had been listening to Meg and Alima, then came over to fight Malisha's corner as well. "I genuinely don't think she was being disrespectful going to The Hideaway, it's no different to The Terrace," Shakira said. Love Island fans have heaped their praise on Alima and Shakira for standing up for Malisha. 6 Meg was less than impressed with Malisha inviting Dejon to the Hideaway Credit: Eroteme 6 Cracks are starting to show for Meg and Dejon Credit: Eroteme
The Irish Sun
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Love Island girl DUMPED from villa in savage show twist
A LOVE Island girl has been dumped from the villa in a savage show twist - and she's already left the show, as this year's explosive series continues. Bosses have set out to rewrite the ITV2 dating series playbook and this is another exit that doesn't follow the usual script. Advertisement 6 A Love Island girl has been dumped from the villa in a savage show twist - and she's already left the show, as this year's explosive series continues Credit: Eroteme 6 There's been a lot of tension in the villa recently - and the dumping makes that worse Credit: Eroteme 6 Malisha and Meg clashed Credit: Eroteme The Sun is holding the details to ensure a big surprise for fans, but this girl's night goes from zero to 100 in this latest whiplash twist. The girl was gutted but has already left the villa, with the scenes to play out on screen in the coming days. A source told The Sun: " After the drama of the last few days and all the tensions in the villa, the dumping made things even more stressful in there and there were lots of emotions. "It's very dramatic and has made everyone realise that no one is safe." Advertisement Read More on Love Island It comes after the latest bombshells, Meg and Malisha have been a hot topic of conversation amongst fans, Malisha was branded "disrespectful" by furious Meg, who is coupled up with Dejon, and they ended up in a slanging match. Advertisement Most read in Love Island During the row, In last night's episode, Malisha was shown crying following her argument with Meg as she raced back inside the villa. Love Island feud breaks out as Meg's savage row with Malisha splits the villa - forcing Alima to step in Hot on her heels was Then, creating a new and obvious division, Almia stormed outside to confront Meg and the other girls for speaking to Malisha the way they did. Advertisement Addressing Megan FC, she said: "That was not nice to see all the shouting." Megan replied: "She called Meg and idiot so I piped in." Meg then attempted to validate her fury by explaining to Alima that she felt Malisha was "disrespectful" for asking Dejon to The Hideaway. Love Island 2025 full lineup : A 30-year-old footballer with charm to spare. : A 22-year-old Manchester-based model, ready to turn heads. : A payroll specialist from Southampton, looking for someone tall and stylish. : International business graduate with brains and ambition. : A gym enthusiast with a big heart. : A Londoner with celebrity connections, aiming to find someone funny or Northern. : An Irish actress already drawing comparisons to Maura Higgins. : A personal trainer and semi-pro footballer, following in his footballer father's footsteps. : A towering 6'5' personal trainer. : A 25-year-old Irish rugby pro. : Love Island's first bombshell revealed as sexy Las Vegas pool party waitress. : Beauty salon owner from Devon who runs 12 aesthetics clinics, boasting a famous clientele including former Love Islanders. : The 24-year-old bombshell hails from London and works as a commercial banking executive. : A teaching assistant from Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, who entered Love Island 2025 as a bombshell . : Works as a scaffolder day-to-day and plays semi-pro football on the side. Departures : : Axed after an arrest over a machete attack emerged. He was released with no further action taken and denies any wrongdoing. : A model and motivational speaker who has overcome adversity after suffering life-changing burns in an accident. : A boxer with striking model looks, seeking love in the villa. "I didn't even want to argue with her," Meg claimed. Advertisement But Alima told her: "I know it's not nice to see your boy getting pulled up left, right and centre but at the same time, we can be nice to boys and we can be nice to the girls as well." Meg replied: "I completely agree but coming in here with the energy she had last night and sat with Dejon having just had a date with him, starting to argue with the girl he's in a couple with and shouting your mouth off at me and calling me an idiot, that's not a good impression." Standing firm, Alima said: "It's more like, let's try and be nicer to people because that was crazy to watch." Advertisement "I genuinely don't think she was being disrespectful going to The Hideaway, it's no different to The Terrace," Shakira said. Love Island fans have heaped their praise on Alima and Shakira for standing up for Malisha. 6 Meg was less than impressed with Malisha inviting Dejon to the Hideaway Credit: Eroteme 6 Cracks are starting to show for Meg and Dejon Credit: Eroteme Advertisement 6 Tommy and Shea also clashed in the most recent episode Credit: Eroteme
