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Inmate drug binge touched off prison riot, court hears
Salam al Amir
DUBAI // Two detainees at Al Rashidiya detention centre broke into its clinic and stole medicine, touching off a prison riot, prosecutors said this morning.
Prosecutors said AM, 25, and AA, 22, both Emiratis, with damaged public property, stole drugs worth Dh975 and assaulted and resisted police officers. Both had been detained on drug-consumption charges.
On May 29, 2010, AM requested to go to the bathroom, and while there, he unlocked his cuffs, records show.
He then pushed past a police officer, broke down clinic's door and started swallowing different tablets, prosecutors say. At that point, the charges said, AA got out of his cell and also rushed into the clinic.
Prosecutors said they assaulted the police officers trying to control them and prevent them from swallowing the tablets.
And during the confusion, all the detainees in that area managed to get out and fought with police officers.
Riot police were called in and controlled the detainees, said records.
Records show that both suspects were lying on the floor unconscious from swallowing too much Rivotril, Valium, Xanax and other types of anti-depressants and sleeping pills.
The next hearing was scheduled for March 20 to summon the suspects.
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From spa days to afternoon teas, here’s where to spoil your mum this Mother’s Day…
This year, Mother’s Day falls on March 21 for the UAE and March 31 for the UK, and there’s plenty of exciting things happening throughout the month to celebrate the special day.
Here are 10 places to celebrate Mother’s Day in Dubai.
L’ETO
Nothing will make your mum feel more special than spending quality time together. In celebration of UAE Mother’s Day on March 21, L’ETO will be treating ladies to a breakfast of their choice along with a drink for only AED 99 between 8am to 1pm.
L’ETO Caffe, City Walk (main mall), Jumeirah, Dubai, 8am to 1pm, March 21, Dhs99. Tel: (04) 567 4910. letocaffe.ae.
Natural Elements, Le Meridien Dubai Hotel
You both deserve to treat yourselves and unwind with a pampering session. Natural Elements Spa at Le Meridien Dubai Hotel are giving away a 30 minute facial with every full body massage booked between March 15 and 31. Ladies will also receive 35 per cent discount on several treatments for Mother’s Day.
Natural Elements Spa, Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, Airport Road, Garhoud, 8am to 10pm, daily. Tel: (04) 702 2550. marriott.com
Chapters, The Retreat Palm Dubai
Chapters are offering a guilt-free, vegan afternoon tea for health conscious mothers and daughters. The paleo-friendly spread includes crockpot sandwiches on vegan bread, protein burritos with quinoa and sweet snacks including healthy cookies and blueberry vanilla cake. There are also a variety of flavoured teas and coffees.
Chapters, The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel, Palm Jumeriah, 2pm to 6pm, daily, Dhs140. Tel: (04) 524 7777. theretreatpalmdubai.com
The Pool at Address Montgomerie
For a fun pool day, Address Montgomerie are hosting a Mother’s Day Brunch complete with complimentary pool access. The package includes a lavish buffet to be enjoyed from the comfort of your sun lounger and an option for soft or alcoholic beverages.
The Pool, Address Montgomerie, 12.30pm to 3.30pm, Friday March 22, Dhs290 soft, Dhs380 house. Tel: (04) 888 3444. themontgomerie.com
Bombay Bungalow
In celebration of Mother’s Day on March 21 and 31, Bombay Bungalow are offering a few dessert to all mums. Options include the coconut rasmalai, mango kulfi, kapi-chocolate milk cake and Gulab Jamun Carpaccio.
Bombay Bungalow, The Beach at JBR, noon to midnight, March 21 and 31, free. Tel: (800) 692 8779. bombaybungalowdxb.com
Mashrabiya Lounge, Fairmont the Palm
Pandora is teaming up with Fairmont the Palm for a Mother’s Day afternoon tea bound to make Mum feel extra special. Available daily during March and April, the first 200 visitors will be gifted a Pandora charm when they book a Classic High Tea. Choose from a selection of homemade finger sandwiches; scones with clotted cream and plenty of sweet treats to accompany a pot of your favourite brew.
Fairmont The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, daily noon to 6pm, March 1 to April 30, Dhs155. Tel: (04) 4573457. palmdining.com
Palazzo Versace
For a special Mother’s Day with your daughter, head to Palazzo Versace to enjoy matching manicures at the spa and and afternoon in Mosaico Lounge with cappuccinos, hot chocolates and glamourous pastries. The Mother’s Day package is valid from March 17 to 31, and costs Dhs290 for mum and child below 11 years old.
Mosaico, Palazzo Versace, Dubai, March 17 to 31, Dhs290. Tel: (04) 556 8850. palazzoversace.ae
The Meat Co
On March 21, both Dubai branches of The Meat Co are offering mothers chocolates, a glass of sparkling and a Dhs100 voucher for their next visit to the restaurant. The Souk Al Bahar branch has a chic outdoor terrace and alfresco lounge with views of Burj Khalifa, making it a great place for Mother’s Day lunch.
The Meat Co, Souk Al Bahar, Downtown Dubai, noon to 12.30am, Thursday March 21. Tel: (04) 420 0737. themeatco.com
Mango Tree
As a tribute to his mother, Chef Atip at the newly opened Mango Tree has created a menu using her best recipes. This set menu will be available on March 31 and fuses together contemporary Thai flavours including jungle curry chicken and spicy beef short ribs soup. The sharing menu caters for two people and includes two signature beverages.
Mango Tree, Hilton Dubai JBR, Dubai Marina, 5pm to 1am, Sunday March 31, Dhs249 for two. Tel: (04) 374 7555. facebook.com/MangoTreeJBR
Stoke House
Stoke House, the restaurant located on Damac Hills’ golf course, is hosting an afternoon tea on Sunday March 31. Offering an assortment of finger sandwiches, warm scones and pastries and six varieties of tea, it costs Dhs79 for the afternoon Tea, Dhs99 will also get you a glass of sparkling, or alternatively pay Dhs149 to include three gin cocktails. There’s also a Cookie Masterclass from 3pm for Dhs30 per child including a soft drink.
Stoke House, Trump International Golf Course, Damac Hills, Dubai, 11am onwards, Sunday March 31, prices from Dhs79. Tel: (04) 245 3939. stokehouse.ae
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