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The National
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The National
Sheikh Mohammed pays tribute to father with excerpt from new book Life Taught Me
, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, has paid tribute to his father by publishing an excerpt from his new book Life Taught Me, which is to be released in the coming months. Sheikh Mohammed posted the message on X on Father's Day, which is celebrated in the UAE on June 21. The post included part of the ninth chapter of the book and reflects on the enduring lessons passed down by his late father, Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed, former ruler of Dubai. The book will offer reflections on leadership, character and life values. Sheikh Mohammed has said he learnt many of the lessons from his father. 'Every time I think about my father's shrewdness and wisdom … his life and his biography … I realise how much I learnt from him … and how I was influenced by his personality,' Sheikh Mohammed said on X. The tribute paints a vivid portrait of Sheikh Rashid as a calm, composed and principled leader who shaped Dubai's development and inspired his son. 'I learnt from my father the simplicity of life, self-control, not to be preoccupied with trivialities and not to believe weak-minded and frivolous people,' Sheikh Mohammed wrote. 'I learnt from him how to listen … and when to be tough and when to be gentle.' Describing his father as dignified and compassionate to all, Sheikh Mohammed said: 'His mere presence commanded reverence from everyone. My father was rarely angry or upset. He was kind and good-natured. He did not like deception. He did not get alarmed or panicked by anything. Rather, he was steadfast, confident and serious.' The post offers a rare insight into how Sheikh Rashid's legacy has shaped Sheikh Mohammed's approach to governance. 'I learnt from my father to love my family, relatives, brothers and to be close to my sisters … and I still do,' he said. 'I learnt from him to love honesty and justice.' Sheikh Mohammed said his father's strong character left a lasting impression. 'My father did not like a lot of food, or a lot of talking or a lot of buildings and palaces. Rather, he tended towards simplicity, lightness and self-control.'
Daily Mail
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Abbie Chatfield celebrates her 30th birthday 'somewhere in Greece' with partner Adam Hyde - as he freestyles her a sweet celebration song
Abbie Chatfield broke her social media embargo this week to celebrate her 30th birthday. The influencer announced last week that she was taking a month off all online platforms after a year of incessant trolling. But Abbie was back on Instagram on Friday to reflect on her 30 years on the planet. She shared an expansive carousel of throwback images from her past, augmented with 20 things that she wished she knew at 20. Captioning the post, Abbie revealed that she and boyfriend Adam Hyde were living it up 'somewhere in Greece.' From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'I'm excited to be 30,' she wrote. 'I've never been scared of ageing. Every day I learn and grow, so what's there to be scared of? 'I'm proud of myself for the woman I am, and I am excited to meet the woman I will become. She continued: 'I'm happy that I made it this far. Here's what I wish I knew at 20 as I enter my 30s. Abbie then went on to impart several pearls of wisdom that she has picked up along the way, including the ability to 'feel your feelings'. 'Don't over-intellectualise,' she wrote over an image that showed her engrossed in a book. 'Don't numb yourself with your favourite vice. It takes practise to process emotions. The more you do it, the more you learn. That is true resilience.' She also emphasised the importance of keeping a daily journal as a way of making sense of the world. 'UNFORTUNATELY, journaling every day helps,' she imparted. 'It can be painful and daunting, but it is much like massaging a knot in the muscles. Abbie then went on to impart several pearls of wisdom that she had picked up along the way including the ability to 'feel your feelings' 'At first it hurts and you will want to stop but you must persist until you feel the tension ease. Write freely without restriction or expectation. She also reiterated the importance of telling people close about feelings, adding: 'Tell people how you feel as often as possible! It will free you and save you pain! And the outcome could be better than worst case. Better than you imagine' She also waxed lyrical about the importance of keeping fit, but only up to a point. 'DO NOT exercise to punish yourself. Don't exercise out of pure vanity. Move to feel good. Dance, run, walk, stretch, do a star jump Whatever!' she exclaimed 'Exercise changes your life for the better, but only if you're listening to your body and enjoying it! Another life lesson Abbie imparted was the importance of recognising the transient nature of life. She wrote: 'Very few things in life are permanent, least of all your emotional state. When it's hard, don't panic, because change is coming. When it's easy, be grateful, because change is coming.' She also had some sage words for people in relationships too, adding: Relationships SHOULD NOT be hard! They are "work" yes, but hard is not the word. 'When there is natural love and respect, issues do not linger or fester. The person you are with should make you lighter.' Abbie's wise words were augmented by a catchy clip of boyfriend Adam Hyde celebrating his ladylove with an impromptu song. 'Birthday baby, it's the birthday queen,' Adam began singing over a simple beat while a bikini-clad Abbie danced seductively in the background. Adam's romantic tribute was full of swoonworthy lines guaranteed to make anyone's knees buckle. 'She's the best looking woman on top of the entire world, she sings for the men and she sings for the girls,' he sang. He continued: 'Every time I see her, I just want to weep, because she's more pretty than my favourite poems. '30 years young with wisdom on her tongue, you know she is my favourite, she's the world's favourite song.' Abbie also showed off her musical talent in the video, singing back up vocals of 'It's my birthday', as Adam continued his serenade. Adam's post was met with a flurry of comments from fans - with more than a few suggesting a full studio release. 'Bro, this is sooo catchy, I'm vibing,' one follower quipped while another jumped in with a similar: 'Release this NOW! Omg happy 30th bday Abbbbbbz.'
Fox News
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Brad Pitt talks mistakes, shares 'simple equation' he lives by
Brad Pitt says he has gotten to the age where he knows what's important in life. "No matter the mistake, you know, you just learn from and you move on, and it'll lead to the next success," the actor, 61, told Entertainment Tonight on Monday at the premiere of his new racing movie "F1." He continued, "Really, I think, you get to my age, and you really see how important it is to surround yourself with, you know, the people you love, the people who will love you back and friends and family and that's it. And from there we get to go make things. So, I think it's a pretty simple, I think, equation." Pitt's comments come less than a year after he finalized his divorce from Angelina Jolie after their split in 2016. The former couple share six children. However, he admitted last month that he did not feel finalizing the divorce was a milestone. "I don't think it was that major of a thing. Just something coming to fruition. Legally," he told GQ. Pitt is currently dating 32-year-old businesswoman Ines de Ramon. "Mostly I feel pretty…. My life is fairly contained," Pitt added while discussing a life filled with constant tabloid attention. "It feels pretty warm and secure with my friends, with my loves, with my fam, with my knowledge of who I am, that, you know, it's like this fly buzzing around a little bit." Pitt said that his personal life is "always in the news. It's been in the news for 30 years, bro. Or some version of my personal life, let's put it that way." "It's been an annoyance I've had to always deal with in different degrees, large and small, as I do the things I really want to do," he said. "So, it's always been this kind of nagging time suck or waste of time, if you let it be that, I don't know." Along with surrounding himself with people who support him, the "Fight Club" actor said he found refuge while driving in his racing car for "F1." "There's a peacefulness in the car," he admitted. "There's some days where you're off mentally, and you're just a fraction of a second behind on your turning point. Or if you're having an uneasy day, and you're not committed to the car, trusting the car, you get it all wrong. And then there are these days where it is so sublime, you just cannot believe what these cars can do." He continued, "And sometimes you just get it all right, it all falls into place and there's a, oh man, I got to find a better word, but everything's right with the world. There's no s--- from yesterday, and there's nothing you got to deal with tomorrow. It's just this moment and until you get on the straights, which you're actually going the fastest, but this is the place where you actually get to rest, and you can catch your breath, and you just let everything down, just a couple of degrees and there your mind might wander, wander like, 'Oh, what a beautiful cloud.' 'Oh, that's funny: They painted that grandstand blue there. It's kind of an odd color, isn't it?' You just have time to drift a little bit until you start approaching that next breaking point." In other words, he is in the driver's seat.
Associated Press
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
New Children's Book Elephant Beach Teaches Kids How to Step Outside Their Comfort Zone
Reviewers have called Devane's book a 'hit at bedtime' and a 'fun, feel-good book for kids of all ages!' Author and educator Christine Devane takes a fun and unique approach to helping shy students succeed in life and the classroom. North Andover, MA - Christine Devane's debut children's book 'Elephant Beach' tells the tale of a young girl whose relaxing day at the beach is quickly turned upside down by rowdy elephants who love to play. 'Elephant Beach' begins with a little girl who quickly brushes off the elephants upon their arrival, seeming annoyed with them and their antics. But once she gives them a chance, she slowly becomes intrigued by their playful nature and later embraces her new friends. 'As a former teacher, I saw how stories could light up a room and help kids connect with big ideas in simple, joyful ways,' said Christine Devane, author of 'Elephant Beach.' 'I wrote this book to encourage children to celebrate differences and try new things. If a child finishes the story feeling a little braver or more open to others, that means everything to me.' Spending over 13 years in early childhood education, with some of that stint in Costa Rica, author Christine Devane is a professional who truly understands young readers and the value of sharing life lessons through fiction. 'Elephant Beach' is inspired by Devane's own love of elephants, her teaching career and her own children. The main character is inspired by Devane at a young age – very shy and reserved – to show young kids that it's okay to be that way and still try something new. With vibrant red hair, the main character shows readers it's fun to embrace what makes you 'you.' Kids and even adults judge people, or in this case, animals, before getting to know them. Sometimes, they just need to give everyone a chance. You can purchase your copy of Elephant Beach here on Amazon or on Barnes and Noble. About Christine Devane: Christine Devane grew up in North Andover, Massachusetts, and graduated from Merrimack College in 2006 with a degree in English and a minor in Elementary Education. She went on to earn her master's in Elementary Education from Merrimack in 2008. Over the next 13 years, Christine taught at St. Augustine Elementary in Andover and Plympton Elementary in Waltham. She now lives in Wilmington with her husband, John, their three children—Joey, Nick, and Adeline—and their dog, Sophie. Christine has also volunteered and taught English in Costa Rica, and she is an active member of the SCBWI, regularly attending conferences in New York City and Springfield. Media Contact Company Name: Flo Agency Contact Person: Kelly Clarke Email: Send Email Phone: (603) 953-6050 Country: United States Website: Press Release Distributed by To view the original version on ABNewswire visit: New Children's Book Elephant Beach Teaches Kids How to Step Outside Their Comfort Zone
Globe and Mail
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Globe and Mail
New Children's Book Elephant Beach Teaches Kids How to Step Outside Their Comfort Zone
"Reviewers have called Devane's book a 'hit at bedtime' and a 'fun, feel-good book for kids of all ages!'" Author and educator Christine Devane takes a fun and unique approach to helping shy students succeed in life and the classroom. North Andover, MA - Christine Devane's debut children's book 'Elephant Beach' tells the tale of a young girl whose relaxing day at the beach is quickly turned upside down by rowdy elephants who love to play. 'Elephant Beach' begins with a little girl who quickly brushes off the elephants upon their arrival, seeming annoyed with them and their antics. But once she gives them a chance, she slowly becomes intrigued by their playful nature and later embraces her new friends. 'As a former teacher, I saw how stories could light up a room and help kids connect with big ideas in simple, joyful ways,' said Christine Devane, author of 'Elephant Beach.' 'I wrote this book to encourage children to celebrate differences and try new things. If a child finishes the story feeling a little braver or more open to others, that means everything to me.' Spending over 13 years in early childhood education, with some of that stint in Costa Rica, author Christine Devane is a professional who truly understands young readers and the value of sharing life lessons through fiction. 'Elephant Beach' is inspired by Devane's own love of elephants, her teaching career and her own children. The main character is inspired by Devane at a young age – very shy and reserved – to show young kids that it's okay to be that way and still try something new. With vibrant red hair, the main character shows readers it's fun to embrace what makes you 'you.' Kids and even adults judge people, or in this case, animals, before getting to know them. Sometimes, they just need to give everyone a chance. You can purchase your copy of Elephant Beach here on Amazon or on Barnes and Noble. About Christine Devane: Christine Devane grew up in North Andover, Massachusetts, and graduated from Merrimack College in 2006 with a degree in English and a minor in Elementary Education. She went on to earn her master's in Elementary Education from Merrimack in 2008. Over the next 13 years, Christine taught at St. Augustine Elementary in Andover and Plympton Elementary in Waltham. She now lives in Wilmington with her husband, John, their three children—Joey, Nick, and Adeline—and their dog, Sophie. Christine has also volunteered and taught English in Costa Rica, and she is an active member of the SCBWI, regularly attending conferences in New York City and Springfield.
