at Emirates Palace. Mr Hejazi says they have bought dozens of exclusive numbers over the years, such as 933, 927, 266, 143 and 189. With the company having spent millions of dirhams on plates, he insists the investment has been wise. Their clients, mostly Emirati, often expect a lower licence plate because of the elite status they offer, and the product helps Tawash Rent a Car to stand out from other agencies. He adds that the numbers also command a certain respect on the road.

Meanwhile, the elite plates will appreciate as the years pass by. "If you bought a car for Dh500,000, how long will you keep it?" asks Mr al Mannaei, the managing director of the auction. "Probably several years? But if you are smart and buyNews

Beatles’ ‘A Hard Day’s Night’ heads back to big screen

BACK TO THE BIG SCREEN:The Beatles, George Harrison, Ringo Starr, Paul McCartney and John Lennon, have their hair combed by stylists on the set of their first movie production, "A Hard Day's Night," at Twickenham Film Studios in Middlesex, outside London, England, on March 12, 1964. The hair stylists, who have parts in the film, are, from left, Patti Boyd, 19, Tina Williams, 17, Pru Bury, 22, and Susan Whitman, 17. Photo: Associated Press

The Beatles’ beloved film “A Hard Day’s Night” is heading back to cinemas in celebration of the 50th anniversary of its premiere.

The British band’s comedy-musical debuted in 1964 at London’s Pavilion Theatre during the height of Beatlemania and to mark the milestone, studio bosses have decided