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      Saudi Arabia officially bans the abaya in exam halls

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      by Sarah Joseph
      4 hours ago

      Saudi Arabia has seen numerous changes in the last few years, from opening cinemas to women being granted the right to drive.
      All female students will now need to abide by school uniform regulations during the examination period, by still adhering to the decency regulations for clothing.
      As per the latest announcement by the Saudi Education and Training Evaluation Commission (ETEC) along with the Ministry of Education, female students will no longer be allowed to wear the abaya in exam halls.
      This government organization is responsible for the planning, evaluation, assessment and accreditation of educational and training systems in the Kingdom.

      Previously in 2018, an announcement pertaining to the abaya no longer being legally enforced for women in the country, however, they have still continued to wear them until now.
      The reformation comes to keep in line with the nation’s 2030 vision that promotes women as an important part of the Kingdom’s strength. It aims to develop their talents, invest their energies, and provide them with the right opportunities to build their futures, contributing to the development of society.
      Other changes
      In recent times, more Saudi females have been appointed to top jobs, women are allowed to use government services without a male guardian’s consent, permits for the go-ahead of women’s gyms have been granted and women are able to secure driving licenses the news of which has been celebrated globally.
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      7 of best Dubai cafés for a matcha-needed break

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      by Sarah Joseph
      13 mins ago

      Obsessed with matcha? Us too.
      Known for its host of health benefits, matcha is best for both its energising and detoxifying properties.
      So, if you’re looking to skip coffees and adapt to a natural source of caffeine, Dubai offers an array of chlorophyll-infused beverages that we simply can’t resist.
      NETTE

      Situated in the heart of Dubai’s premium boutique padel club, this urban sanctuary brings the perfect blend of Japanese with Parisian. Surrounded by a padel court and yoga studio, this culinary space is a home for must-try wellness activities. With a wholesome menu, the café serves both iced and hot matcha with an array of alternative milk choices to choose from.
      Nette, Inside MATCHA Club, Al Quoz. Open daily 8am to 10pm. matcha-club.ae
      Bageri Form

      Inspired by Scandinavian design, this artisanal café was elevating bakery classics and serving dishes with the freshest of ingredients. With Nordic-infused interiors, the bakery also serves freshly sourced matcha in minimal cups for a rejuvenating start to the day. With an aesthetic presentation, this place is beyond Instagrammable-worthy.
      Bageri Form, Dubai Design District, Building 4. Open Monday to Thursday 7:30am to 8pm, Friday to Sunday 8:30am to 10pm. bageriform.com. 
      LDC Kitchen + Coffee

      For an enticing spot to dine with your friends, this restaurant is an ideal smart working space that brings a healthy twist to all its culinary delights. Without limiting the menu to coffees and smoothies, this delightful place offers both iced and hot matcha’s in an inviting atmosphere.
      LDC Ktichen + Coffee, One JLT, One Business Centre DMCC. Open daily 7am to 1am.
      The Grey

      Known for its minimalist décor and creative space, this café is designed as a venue where creative minds can meet. With a twist to your usual matcha, the café serves a coconut-infused iced matcha latte that comes with boba, making it a speciality.
      The Grey, Al Wasl, Al Safa 1, open from Sunday to Thursday 7:30am to 11pm, Friday & Saturday 8am to 12pm. the-grey.co. 
      Flow Kitchen

      This healthy eating creative hub serves a plethora of conscious eating meals and drinks including vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options. With ethically sourced ingredients from around the globe, this café serves vegan matcha lattes, ensuring every customer’s need is met.
      Flow, Jumeirah Emirates Towers and Dubai Internet City. flowdubai.com
      % Arabica

      Designed to embody a strong Japanese aesthetic, this café expands beyond the world of coffee. With a futuristic touch to serving beverages, this haven becomes the perfect go-to spot for unwinding after a long day or a mid-day break. With latte art, this deliciously offered matcha is sure to boost your energy levels.
      % Arabica, Mall of the Emirates, City Walk, Dubai Mall and many more. arabica.coffee
      Comptoir 102

      This award-winning ethical concept is tucked away on Jumeirah road offering conscious choices with ingredients sourced from local organic farms, serving delicious food while promoting sustainability. From homemade nut milk to its famous smoothies, there’s enough and more for everyone who visits. Prepared without any added preservatives, this homemade drink is created with natural ingredients for a tasteful touch to any day.
      Comptoir 102 Beach Road, Jumeirah 1. Open daily 8am to 10pm. comptoir102.com. 
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      Where to purchase your Christmas tree in Dubai

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      by Olivia Morris
      5 hours ago

      The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching (this weekend…).
      With that, now is the time to start thinking about decorations and the most important of them all… your tree.
      Luckily, there’s plenty of places in the UAE where you can buy the perfect tree to celebrate the festive season with your loved ones.
      Real Trees
      Ferns N Petals

      If you’re looking to decorate a real Christmas tree before Santa’s arrival Ferns N Petals has the ideal option – a five-foot tree coming complete with decorations. Priced at Dhs999, this option just made Christmas time a whole lot easier.
      To purchase visit fnp.ae
      Bloombox

      Grown in Billund Denmark, this Danish Nordman tree from Bloombox is approximately six to seven feet and priced at Dhs740.
      To purchase visit bloombox.ae
      ACE Hardware

      One of the most affordable options for a real Christmas tree is from Ace Hardware. Currently, the UAE-based store has ‘Fraser Fir Fresh’ Christmas trees available with prices starting at Dhs399.
      To purchase visit aceuae.com
      Kibsons

      The Nordmann Fir Christmas Trees are sourced from sustainable farms in Denmark. While being pet-friendly this 5ft tree has a classic shape with dark green glossy needles making it much more resilient to heat while giving off a fresh, clean, citrus smell too and is priced at Dhs245.
      Pre-order on kibsons.com
      Fake/Faux Trees
      Crate & Barrel ME

      Want a real tree but don’t want the hassle of the upkeep? This artificial tree from Crate & Barrel offers some of the most real-looking trees. With this 6ft Abies Nordmann Deluxe Xmas Tree you won’t be able to tell the difference.
      Bloomingdale’s

      This artificial Christmas tree comes with exotic branches and luxe LED lights for the ultimate seasonal décor and is priced at Dhs2,200. All the ornaments to complement the tree can be availed at this popular e-commerce platform too.
      To purchase visit bloomingdales.ae
      Irony Home

      Looking to celebrate Christmas in style and go all out? Well, Irony Home should be your go-to place for all things festive in Dubai. Priced at Dhs10,450, this 9.5ft pre-lit white tree with 1250 LED lights will make for a truly luxe Christmas.
      To purchase visit ironyhome.com. 
      West Elm

      Designed for a realistic feel, this simple tree can be spruced by adding your favourite lights and pieces to ring in the festive season. Priced at Dhs2,650, the faux unlit tree is 9ft and is generously created with all its branches.
      To purchase visit westelm.ae
      Dragon Mart

      If you’re on more of a budget, opt for this artificial Christmas tree from Dragon Mart. Priced at Dhs135, this 6ft Christmas tree adds to the vibrancy in any home with its clever design.
      To purchase visit dragonmart.ae
      Home Centre

      This faux Christmas tree from Home Centre is decorated with berries and cones to ensure a classic finish to be reused every year. Priced at Dhs499, this tree is 6ft in height.
      Available for purchase on homecentre.com
      Home Box

      This Alaska Christmas Pine Hook Tree is designed for easy maintenance and utmost convenience to add to the festive season in any home. Made with good durability, it’s priced at Dhs299.
      To purchase visit homeboxstores.com
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      12 books to add to your literary bucket list

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      by Sarah Joseph
      1 hour ago

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      There’s nothing like finding comfort within the pages of a new book.
      From insights into the fashion industry to autobiographies of empowered women who’ve rewritten the rules for everyone in society, there’s a book out there for everyone.
      As pathways into an unknown world, books until today, continue to be the best medium for gaining knowledge and cultivating an informative perspective on different subjects.
      So, whether you’re looking to unwind over the weekend or simply enlighten your mind with life-changing stories, Emirates Woman has curated the ultimate reading guide for all.
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      The new Dubai-based Italian restaurant you need to add to your must-visit list

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      by Olivia Morris
      2 hours ago

      Transport yourself to the heart of the Amalfi coast at Dubai’s newest fine-dining haven.
      Ristorante Loren is a new Italian restaurant located on the rooftop of the popular beach destination, SAN Beach, on West Palm Beach, with interiors inspired by the ‘60s and ‘70s era of the Italian Riviera which will take guests on an immersive dining experience.
      Embodying the mantra of la bella vita – the good life – the colourful and stylish venue evokes a true sense of escapism.
      With stunning views of the Dubai Marina skyline, Loren Ristorante focuses on exceptional Italian cuisine with a touch of Mediterranean influence.
      The restaurant offers two dining concepts – an indoor dining area with a front-row view of the open kitchen, and a beachside dining area with panoramic views of Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina and Bluewaters Island.
      As group executive chef of Food Fund International (FFI) and the restaurant, Praba Manickam makes all the FFI’s concepts from scratch and is the mastermind behind their quality food for over a decade. Today, Manickam is responsible for the creation of 11 concepts and managing a total of 24 restaurants and is responsible for all the new homegrown concepts including this one.
      The open floor plan of the restaurant includes a customised marble bar, a large open kitchen, and a wine cellar that offers some of the finest picks from Italy. Loren Ristorante evokes a luxurious and chic, yet sophisticated atmosphere, emulating the ambience of a refined Italian coastal dining experience.
      Take a look inside this chic new dining spot below.

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      In pics: Hande Erçel shares snippets of her recent trip to Paris

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      by Sarah Joseph
      2 hours ago

      Bonjour Paris! Turkish actress Hande Erçel shared a series of photos on her Instagram feed this week.
      From mirror selfies to portraits with her sister Gamze Erçel, the duo is seen exploring the city of love in their best outfits as they go on the ultimate girl’s trip.
      Whether indulging in some hot chocolate or shopping at their most-loved stores, the duo’s trip looked beyond exciting. No trip is complete without some retail therapy, as the sisters love wearing their favourite outfits, they stop for a mid-break to refresh their wardrobe with the best pieces that Paris has to offer.
      The other Erçel sister shared a behind-the-scenes of their glamourous trip, during which they spent time taking in the picturesque city and in her caption said, “Our holiday summary, In the fourth photo Hande took my picture, but I’m not there.”
      To add some humor, the famous actress shared her snippets with the caption, “My sister was a ghost the entire holiday,” as she barely highlighted her in the pictures.
      Swipe through the gallery to see the best shots:

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      Sheikh Hamdan shares adorable new photos of his grown-up twins

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      by Sarah Joseph
      3 hours ago

      His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai has shared a few snaps showing just how fast his little ones are growing up.
      The doting father welcomed twins Rashid and Shaikha into the world in May 2021 and his fans have seen them visit a variety of places including zoos since then.
      Known for giving his followers snippets into his life on Instagram, the Crown Prince of Dubai shared a couple of new photos on social media. In the latest post on his feed, a series of images were shared from a recent outing at the zoo with his twins grown up.

      In the first photo, Sheikh Hamdan, affectionately known as Fazza, is holding baby Rashid and in the second photo, he’s holding baby Shaikha as he feeds the giraffes fresh grass.
      Earlier this year in January 2022, In January 2022, Fazza took them on a special outing in Dubai with a visit to see the giraffes, where the twins were seen wearing their animal-themed outfits.
      Love for horses
      With a love for animals especially horses, Sheikh Hamdan has exposed the little ones to his love for equestrian activities.
      In a post earlier this year, he said, “The love for horses runs in our blood.”

      Known for his regular visits to the UK, her also paid a visit to the Godolphin stables where Fazza was seen holding baby Rashid with their family horse, Adayar. He had taken also taken the 10-month twins to the f3 Team stables, where the Crown Prince of Dubai cradled Rashid and Sheikha as both of the little ones pet the horses.
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      10 wanderlust-inspired gifts for the globetrotter in your life

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      by Team Emirates Woman
      2 hours ago

      Since a cure for wanderlust doesn’t exist, finding the right gifts for those a love to travel is the perfect option.
      With the holiday season in full swing, finding keepsakes for the explorer has never been easier.
      From yoga mats to travel-fuelled books, here’s one more opportunity to brighten up the year to keep the wanderer at heart enlightened throughout the year.
      To save you the legwork, Emirates Woman has created the ultimate wanderlust-inspired gift guide to ensure every globe trotter is inspired this season.

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