Jennifer Grout, the American contestant in the pan-Arab TV program "Arabs Got Talent" is seen at the MBC television station studios in Zouk Mosbeh, north of Beirut, during rehearsals on December 4, 2013. The Boston-born contestant has reached the final of the show by wowing audiences with a rendition of a song by Egypt's legendary Umm Khultum. AFP

Jennifer Grout, the American contestant in the pan-Arab TV program "Arabs Got Talent" poses for a photo at the MBC television station studios in Zouk Mosbeh, north of Beirut, during rehearsals on December 4, 2013. The Boston-born contestant has reached the final of the show by wowing audiences with a rendition of a song by Egypt's legendary Umm Khultum. AFP

Jennifer Grout, the American contestant in the pan-Arab TV program "Arabs Got Talent" poses for a photo at the MBC television station studios in Zouk Mosbeh, north of Beirut, during rehearsals on December 4, 2013. The Boston-born contestant has reached the final of the show by wowing audiences with a rendition of a song by Egypt's legendary Umm Khultum. AFP

Jennifer Grout, the American contestant in the pan-Arab TV program "Arabs Got Talent" is seen at the MBC television station studios in Zouk Mosbeh, north of Beirut, during rehearsals on December 4, 2013. The Boston-born contestant has reached the final of the show by wowing audiences with a rendition of a song by Egypt's legendary Umm Khultum. AFP

A mourner holds a newspaper during an all-night vigil outside the home of former South African President Nelson Mandela in Johannesburg December 6, 2013. South African anti-apartheid hero Mandela died peacefully at home in Johannesburg at the age of 95 on Thursday after months fighting a lung infection, leaving his nation and the world in mourning for a man revered as a moral giant.   REUTERS

A man prays during an all-night vigil outside the home of former South African President Nelson Mandela in Johannesburg December 6, 2013. South African anti-apartheid hero Mandela died peacefully at home in Johannesburg at the age of 95 on Thursday after months fighting a lung infection, leaving his nation and the world in mourning for a man revered as a moral giant.   REUTERS

Chinese residents bow to a banner bearing a picture of former South African President Nelson Mandela as they pay tribute in front of the South African Embassy in Beijing December 6, 2013. Nelson Mandela was hailed on Thursday as a champion of reconciliation who "achieved more than could be expected of any man," as people the world over mourned his death and celebrated his triumphant fight against apartheid in South Africa. Chinese President Xi Jinping praised Mandela for "leading the South African people through arduous struggles to the anti-apartheid victory," in a condolence message to South African President Jacob Zuma. REUTERS

Two men use their mobile phones to take photos of a bust of the late Nelson Mandela displayed inside the South African embassy in Beijing on December 6, 2013. The death of South Africa's liberation leader Nelson Mandela has unleashed a heartfelt chorus of awed respect from across the worlds of politics, religion, sport and culture. AFP

People read a newspaper on Vilakazi Street in Soweto, where former South African President Nelson Mandela resided when he lived in the township, December 6, 2013. South African anti-apartheid hero Mandela died peacefully at home in Johannesburg at the age of 95 on Thursday after months fighting a lung infection, leaving his nation and the world in mourning for a man revered as a moral giant. REUTERS

Two women console each other outside on Vilakazi Street in Soweto, where former South African President Nelson Mandela resided when he lived in the township, December 6, 2013. South African anti-apartheid hero Mandela died peacefully at home in Johannesburg at the age of 95 on Thursday after months fighting a lung infection, leaving his nation and the world in mourning for a man revered as a moral giant. REUTERS

A group of mourners sing and dance outside the Johannesburg home of former president Nelson Mandela Friday, Dec. 6, 2013 after the freedom fighter passed away Thursday night after a long illness. (AP)

A man and a woman light candles outside the Johannesburg home of former president Nelson Mandela Friday, Dec. 6, 2013 after the freedom fighter passed away Thursday night after a long illness. (AP)

 Smoke rises from the chimneys of a thermal power plant during a hazy day in Nantong, Jiangsu province, December 4, 2013. China will launch two new pilot carbon trading schemes this week in Beijing and Shanghai as it strives to cut soaring rates of greenhouse gas, reduce choking smog and determine the best system for a nationwide roll-out. REUTERS

A woman wearing a mask walks on a bridge during a hazy day in downtown Shanghai December 5, 2013. China will launch two new pilot carbon trading schemes this week in Beijing and Shanghai as it strives to cut soaring rates of greenhouse gas, reduce choking smog and determine the best system for a nationwide roll-out. REUTERS

Women wear masks while walking on a bridge during a hazy day in Shanghai's financial district of Pudong December 5, 2013. Hazardous air pollution forced schools to shut or suspend outdoor activities in at least two cities in eastern China, where residents complained of the yellow skies and foul smells that are symtomatic of the country's crippling smog crisis. Nanjing suspended classes in primary and secondary schools and Qingdao banned outdoor activities, said the official Xinhua news agency.   REUTERS

A man plays violin as he roller-skates on a square on a hazy day in Nanjing, Jiangsu province December 5, 2013. Hazardous air pollution forced schools to shut or suspend outdoor activities in at least two cities in eastern China, where residents complained of the yellow skies and foul smells that are symptomatic of the country's crippling smog crisis. In Nanjing, the capital of Jiangsu Province, the sun was the colour of "salted egg yolk" on Wednesday as the government raised the "red alert" for poor air quality for the first time, state-run news media reported. REUTERS

A man wears a face mask while walking on the Bund in front of the financial district of Pudong during a hazy day in downtown Shanghai December 6, 2013. China's stability-obsessed leadership has become increasingly concerned by the abysmal air quality in cities, as it plays into popular resentment over political privilege and rising inequality in the world's second-largest economy. REUTERS

Local residents wait on motorcycles and bicycles at a traffic junction during a hazy day in downtown Shanghai December 6, 2013. China's stability-obsessed leadership has become increasingly concerned by the abysmal air quality in cities, as it plays into popular resentment over political privilege and rising inequality in the world's second-largest economy. REUTERS

Indian Bollywood film ctors Riteish Deshmukh (L) and his wife, actress Genelia D' Souza showcase creations by designer Neeta Lulla at the 'Aamby Valley India Bridal Fashion Week 2013' fashion show in Mumbai. AFP

 Indian Bollywood film actor Abhishek Bachchan (C) attends the grand finale as models showcase creations by designer Rohit Bal at the 'Aamby Valley India Bridal Fashion Week 2013' fashion show in Mumbai.  AFP

Indian Bollywood film ctors Riteish Deshmukh (L) and his wife, actress Genelia D' Souza showcase creations by designer Neeta Lulla at the 'Aamby Valley India Bridal Fashion Week 2013' fashion show in Mumbai. AFP

 Indian Bollywood film actor Abhishek Bachchan (C) attends the grand finale as models showcase creations by designer Rohit Bal at the 'Aamby Valley India Bridal Fashion Week 2013' fashion show in Mumbai.  AFP

Indian Bollywood film ctors Riteish Deshmukh (L) and his wife, actress Genelia D' Souza showcase creations by designer Neeta Lulla at the 'Aamby Valley India Bridal Fashion Week 2013' fashion show in Mumbai. AFP

Angelina Jolie took a break from filming Unbroken to take her six kids to The Lion King in Sydney, Australia. (Facebook)

After catching the early show of The Lion King, Jolie and her clan posed for pictures with the cast and crew. (Facebook)

Knox (center) beamed as he joined twin sister Vivienne among the stars of The Lion King production. (Facebook)

Jolie became the first celebrity to sign the autograph wall in the back of the Capitol Theatre. (Facebook)

Jolie and her children received a special backstage tour. (Facebook)

Emma Thompson (L), Tom Hanks and his wife Rita Wilson (R) attend the film premiere of "Saving Mr. Banks," at the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California. (REUTERS)

Cast members of "Saving Mr. Banks" pose with Julie Andrews (center L) and Dick Van Dyke (center R), who were cast members of Disney's classic film "Mary Poppins," in front of the animation building during the premiere of the film at the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California. (REUTERS)

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Colin Farrell and Annie Rose Buckley (AFP)

John Savage and Blanca Blanco (AFP)

Kelly Marcel (AFP)

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Emma Thompson, Tom Hanks and producer Rita Wilson (AFP)

A delegation of Arab film stars from the Dubai International Film Festival paid a visit to Global Village as part of a tour that shows off the most fascinating places in Dubai. The delegation included Abdul Rahman Abu Zahra; Haifa Hussein; Habib Ghuloom; Shahd; Mishari Al Ballam; Razifah Tarish; Malak; Abdul Aziz Al-Jassem; Ibrahim Al Harbi, and Rami Sabri.

On their tour of Global Village, the delegation was able to see the unique facades of each pavilion before entering the highly regarded Egyptian, Kuwaiti, and Iranian pavilions, amongst many more. The stars were also highly entertained by the wide range of street and stage shows on offer at Global Village.

The group also passed by the ‘I heart UAE’ structure to show their love for the UAE, and partook in buying padlocks so that they could join other visitors in locking their love for the UAE. Upon the end of the tour, the delegation was taken to Global Village’s premier Turkish restaurant ‘Bosporus’, where the stars enjoyed authentic Turkish cuisine ; from meat platters to desserts, all actors and actresses left full and happy.

The delegation showed admiration for the concept of Global Village and were amazed at there being a place in Dubai where so many countries of the world could come together in one place and celebrate all their cultures alongside each other. They also applauded Dubai for growing and becoming such a strong tourist destination.

Children protect their noses as they stand outside the morgue of Bangui's hosptial on December 10, 2013.  French President Francois Hollande was expected Tuesday in the Central African Republic, on the second day of an operation to disarm rogue rebels that has already killed two French soldiers. As the poverty-stricken country's former colonial master led the military effort to restore order after a year of chaos, Washington said it was offering to fly in African peacekeepers. AFP

The minaret of a mosque is silhouetted at sunset in the southern Gaza Strip town of Rafah on the border with Egypt on December 10, 2013. AFP 

Tourists on the National Mall near the Washington Monument on a snowy wet day December 10, 2013 in Washington, DC.  Snowfall in the northeastern United States caused flight cancellations and airport delays Tuesday while federal government offices and schools closed due to the foul weather. Major delays were reported at airports in Newark, New Jersey, as well as further south in Philadelphia, according to the FlightAware website. Snow and ice were also slowing air traffic at New York's LaGuardia and John F Kennedy International airports. AFP

Pakistani residents ride a donkey-cart on foggy day in Lahore on December 10, 2013. Haze covered areas of Pakistan's province of Punjab, disrupting transport and communication services. AFP

South African actress Charlize Theron attends the memorial service of South African former president Nelson Mandela at the FNB Stadium (Soccer City) in Johannesburg on December 10, 2013. Mandela, the revered icon of the anti-apartheid struggle in South Africa and one of the towering political figures of the 20th century, died in Johannesburg on December 5 at age 95.  AFP

Pro-EU protesters face riot police in front of the government headquarters in Kiev on December 9, 2013. Hundreds of thousands had the day before, filled Independence Square to bursting point to denounce President Yanukovych's rejection of an EU pact under Kremlin pressure, in the biggest protests since the 2004 Orange Revolution.   AFP

An Afghan soldier walks past photographs of victims of war on display to mark Human Rights day at the ruined Darlaman Palace in Kabul on December 10, 2013.  Tens of thousands of people have lost their lives during the past four decades of war in Afghanistan and human rights violation was prevalent during the Soviet invasion, civil war and Taliban wars.   AFP

Light snow falls around the US Capitol,  December 10, 2013, in Washington, DC.   Snowfall in the northeastern United States caused flight cancellations and airport delays Tuesday while federal government offices and schools closed due to the foul weather. Major delays were reported at airports in Newark, New Jersey, as well as further south in Philadelphia, according to the FlightAware website.Snow and ice were also slowing air traffic at New York's LaGuardia and John F Kennedy International airports. AFP

Yami Gautam poses for a photograph during the launch of a new magazine in Mumbai. (AFP)

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Pink arrives at Capitale in New York City. (Photo Getty Images)

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Pink and motorcycle racer Carey Hart attend Billboard. (Photo Getty Images)

Pink, Janelle Monae pose with Billboard Editorial Director Bill Werde. (Photo Getty Images)

Debbie Harry (Photo Getty Images)

Tegan Rain Quin and Sara Keirsten Quin (Photo Getty Images)

Pink performs at Barclays Center. (Photo Getty Images)

Aamir Khan (2nd R), Katrina Kaif (2nd L), Abhishek Bachchan (L) and Uday Chopra pose after a news conference for their upcoming film 'Dhoom 3' in Mumbai. The Hindi action thriller film, Dhoom 3, is the third installment of the popular Dhoom series and will be released on December 20 in regular 2D and IMAX formats. (AFP)

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Aamir Khan speaks as actor Abhishek Bachchan (AFP)

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Aishwarya Rai and Nelson Mandela (Facebook)

Will Smith and Nelson Mandela (Facebook)

Naomi Campbell: Nelson Mandela has stood as a figure of strength, hope, freedom, selflessness and love, and I join everyone across the world in mourning his passing. However, he was much more than just a figurehead to me - he was my mentor, my honorary grandfather, my Tata. Since meeting him in 1993, he guided me and gave me a reason for being in the tough times of my life. He changed my perception of the world. (Facebook)

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Barack Obama: "Madiba’s passing is rightly a time of mourning, and a time to celebrate a heroic life." (Facebook)

Cristiano Ronaldo: Thankful Madiba for your legacy and your example. You"ll always stay with us. (Facebook)

Oprah Winfrey: One of the great honors of my life was to be invited to Nelson Mandela's home, spend private time and get to know him. (Facebook)

Michael Jackson was proud to call Nelson Mandela. (Facebook)

Nelson Mandela and Princess Diana (AP)

Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, second left,  and his wife Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, centre left, wearing 3D glasses before a screening of ' David Attenborough's Natural History Museum Alive 3D', at the Natural History Museum, in London. (AP)

Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, left, and his wife Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, wear 3D glasses before a screening of ' David Attenborough's Natural History Museum Alive 3D'. (AP)

Prince William, left and Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, centre, arrive at the Natural History Museum in London to attend the screening of David Attenborough's Alive 3D film. (AP)

Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, centre,  and Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge leave the Natural History Museum in London. (AP)

Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, second left,  and his wife Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, centre left,  wear 3D glasses before a screening of ' David Attenborough's Natural History Museum Alive 3D'. (AP)

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Duchess of Cambridge (R) meets British naturalist David Attenborough (AFP)

Kim Kardashian arrives at the 22nd Annual Women in Entertainment Breakfast at the Beverly Hills Hotel in Beverly Hills. (AP)

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Kris Jenner and Kim Kardashian (AP)

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West (AP)

Khloe Kardashian arrives at The Hollywood Reporter's 22nd Annual Women In Entertainment Breakfast at Beverly Hills Hotel. (AFP)

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Rannvijay Singh (L), Kalki Koechlin (C) and Varun Dhawan pose for a photograph during a promotional event for a shoe brand in Mumbai. (AFP)

Rannvijay Singh (L), Kalki Koechlin (C) and Varun Dhawan (AFP)

Rannvijay Singh (L) and Varun Dhawan (AFP)

Kalki Koechlin (L) and Varun Dhawan (AFP)

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Evangeline Lilly and Orlando Bloom attend New Line Cinema and MGM Pictures' screening of "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug" hosted by the Cinema Society and Moncler in New York City. (AFP)

Sophie Sumner (AFP)

Alex Lundqvist and Keytt Lundqvist (AFP)

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James Nesbitt, cenre right, his wife  Sonia Forbes-Adam and their daughters Peggy, right, and Mary, left, arrive for the European Premiere of the movie "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug" in Berlin, Germany. (AP)

Dean O'Gorman, left, and his girlfriend Sarah Wilson arrive for the European Premiere of the movie "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug" in Berlin, Germany. (AP)

Orlando Bloom, right and Sylvester McCoy (AP)

Peter Jackson, left, and his daughter Katie (AP)

Luke Evans attends the "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug" (El Hobbit: La desolacion De Smaug) premiere at the Kinepolis cinema in Madrid, Spain. (Photo Getty Images)

Richard Armitage (L) and Luke Evans (Photo Getty Images)

Orlando Bloom and Evangeline Lilly (AP)

Fans dressed as the characters of the film arrive for the European Premiere of the movie "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug" in Berlin. (AP)

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Sara Loren attends the 'Indian Resort wear Fashion Calendar 2014' in Mumbai. (AFP)

Elven Sharma attends the 'Indian Resort wear Fashion Calendar 2014' in Mumbai. (AFP)

Vivek Oberoi attends the 'Indian Resort wear Fashion Calendar 2014' in Mumbai. (AFP)

Vivek Oberoi and Kangna Ranaut (AFP)

Kangna Ranaut attends the 'Indian Resort wear Fashion Calendar 2014' event in Mumbai. (AFP)

Dilip Kumar (C) attends his 91st birthday celebration at his residence in Mumbai. (AFP)

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Film Director Subhash Ghai with wife attend the 91st birthday celebration of Veteran Indian Bollywood actor Dilip Kumar in Mumbai. (AFP)

Saira Banu (AFP)

Rani Mukherjee (AFP)

Julia Roberts attends the "August: Osage County" premiere at the Ziegfeld Theatre. (AP)

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