Jilly Cooper, the British author of novels such as "Rivals" and "Riders", has died aged 88, her agent Curtis Brown said in a statement on Monday.
Cooper found huge commercial success in the 1980s with her novels which followed the romantic adventures of upper-class characters such as show jumper Rupert Campbell-Black.
Rivals found a new generation of fans when it was made into a series for Disney+ in 2024.
Cindy Crawford's son Presley Gerber dies aged 27
Presley Gerber, the son of supermodel Cindy Crawford, died on Sunday aged 27.
Ed Sheeran apologises for Macklemore controversy during concert
British singer Ed Sheeran apologised on Saturday for his handling of a controversy that erupted this week when rapper Macklemore was removed as an opening act over comments on the occupied Palestinian territories.
Dubai Parks and Resorts to reopen in October
Dubai Parks and Resorts is set for the new season, starting October 7, with bowling alleys and racing simulators added to the lineup of thrilling experiences.
Duncan Sheik, Tony-winning composer of 'Spring Awakening' dies at 56
Duncan Sheik, the Tony-winning Broadway composer who transitioned from chart-topping singer-songwriter to the creative force behind the Broadway musical 'Spring Awakening', died on Thursday at age 56, according to a post on his Instagram account on Friday.
Guggenheim Abu Dhabi tickets go on sale ahead of December opening
Tickets for Guggenheim Abu Dhabi have gone on sale ahead of its opening on December 11.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has passed away on Monday, with the Court of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, declaring a 10-day mourning in the Emirate.
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, will lead the UAE delegation at the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA81) in New York.
The UAE, working with Paraguay, has sent humanitarian supplies to communities affected by the earthquake in Colombia as part of a $10 million aid package.
