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It appears following the announcement of his divorce from Kim Kardashian, Kanye West has started a new romance with Victoria’s Secret supermodel Irina Shayk.As West celebrated his 44th birthday, he and Shayk have been spotted together in France.Per PEOPLE, sources have said they stayed for three nights at the picturesque Villa La Coste, where they hung out together in New York City before travelling to France.Meanwhile, according to a report by E!, Kardashian isn’t phased by the romance between the pair, as long as it doesn’t impact their four children together – North, Saint, Chicago and Psalm.The reality star even took to Instagram to wish West a happy birthday.“Happy Birthday, Love you for life!” she said, sharing a photo with their children.Separation reportsBack in January, E! News reported the pair – who first met back in 2002, but started dating in 2012 – had separated, but at the time Kardashian hadn’t officially filed for divorce.The beauty mogul and the rapper were effectively living separate lives and hadn’t “spent time together as a married couple in months” and only spent time together with their four children.Difficulties in 2020Last year was a particularly difficult year for West’s mental health. In the latter half of 2020, West began posting a series of erratic Twitter posts regarding personal matters, his family and more.Following this, there were various reports that the couple’s marriage was strained but Kardashian was determined to make it work.At the beginning of August, Kardashian took to Instagram to address the erratic behaviour her husband has been showing and also addressed his bipolar disorder.“As many of you know, Kanye has bipolar disorder,” she began. “Anyone who has this or has a loved one in their life who does, knows how incredibly complicated and painful it is to understand.”She continued to say, “I understand Kanye is subject to criticism because he is a public figure and his actions at times can cause strong opinions and emotions.”The 39-year-old went onto highlight how the loss of his mother has affected him, as well as struggling with mental health issues has put “pressure” on him.“Living with bipolar disorder does not diminish or invalidate his dreams and his creative ideas, no matter how big or unobtainable they may feel to some,” she said. “That is part of his genius and as we have all witnessed, many of his big dreams have come true.”She asked that everyone give “grace” to the individuals, including her husband, who are struggling with mental issues, and also asked for “compassion and empathy” during this trying time.– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramImages: Kim Kardashian West Instagram More

After 28 years of marriage, it appears His Majesty King Abdullah II and Her Majesty Queen Rania of Jordan are still completely in love.Taking to Instagram, Queen Rania shared a touching message to her beloved husband to make their anniversary.Posting an image of herself next to her husband, Queen Rania reveals her husband is ‘dearest’ to her heart.“Happy anniversary to the one dearest to my heart,” she said.The couple first met at a dinner party in 1992 when King Abdullah was then Prince Abdullah. The following year, on June 10, 1993, the pair married.Six years later, in 1999, the then Crown Prince Abdullah bin Al Hussein assumed his constitutional role as the King of the Hashemite Kingdom, with Queen Rania assuming her role as Queen a month later.The couple have four children together – Crown Prince Al Hussein, Princess Iman, Princess Salma, and Prince Hashem.With Queen Rania’s extensive 6.2 million followers on Instagram, there is no doubt many will be congratulating the couple on their anniversary.

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Make it all about your real-life superhero on June 21 with all the special offers around Dubai for the ultimate day of pampering this year.Whether a delicious meal or a complimentary spa treatment, Emirates Woman has curated a list of places to treat your dad this year.Relish a treat at TBKThis Italian and American fusion eatery serves deliciously marbled meaty goodness on a plate with homemade fries that perfectly complement the star dish which is priced at Dhs180, which your dad can indulge as it’s served in sizzling and subdued secret sauce that is sure to take his taste buds on a trip. Served from 12:30 pm to 11pm, the Steak and Fries dish will make for a memorable dining experience at this haven which is located at the hear of the Al Wasl Road at the Galleria Mall.Complementary hops at Argentina GrillFor celebrating all the dads on June 21, the restaurant will be giving them a complimentary pint of hops along with delicious options such as the Asado BBQ Glazed Ribs with a side of wedges or the grilled tiger shrimps with garlic and a mango balsamic glaze. Located at La Mer and The Pointe, this restaurant is definitely one to visit on this special occasion.For more information visit argentinagrill.rest/dubaiEnjoy Wagyu style at Taiko DubaiThe seven-course set menu is priced at Dhs475 per person, as you indulge in an array of delectable explorations, on a menu that serves a combination of sushi, shawarmas and savoury selections all on one plate, taking each guest on a distinguished world of wagyu like no other. This sumptuous soiree is sure to have your father feeling over the moon in an international yet local destination located at Sofitel Dubai, The Obelisk.For more information visit Sofitel-dubai-theobelisk.comFeast at Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s KitchenFrom a mouth-watering selection of tempting dishes that range from lamb to vegetarian wellington, the award-winning British-inspired restaurant will serve the ultimate Father’s Day feast on Saturday, June 19 and Sunday, June 20, starting from Dhs195 for a roast and dessert and Dhs295 for a roast, dessert and three house beverages, from 12:30pm to 3:30pm. Located at Caesars Palace Dubai, you can enjoy a 500-metre private beach for the ultimate post-lunch chill-out experience.For more information visit caesars.com/dubaiDads go for free to WavehouseBeing one of the coolest destinations in town, on Monday, June 21, 2021 dads can go for free with entertainment, a live band and enjoy the main course and a pint on the house whilst bonding over bowling or gaming in the arcade. Other guests can experience this hub which starts at Dhs99 where guests receive five tickets that they can tear off and redeem on food, beverages and arcade game tickets. With live entertainment finally, on the radar, the timings are from 12pm to 12am with an À la carte drinks menu available.For more information visit atlantis.comUnwind at The Spa at Address DowntownFor a rejuvenating month ahead, fathers can enjoy a complimentary 30 minutes treatment of their choice between a Body Reviver Exfoliation or the Artisan Facial when a Deep tissue massage for 90 minutes is purchased. The package is priced at Dhs795 per person for 120 minutes and is valid from June 14 to June 21 a day of complete relaxation at Address Downtown.For more information visit addresshotels.com– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramFeature image: Instagram @johnlegend  More

New photos have been released to mark Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mansoor bin Zayed Al Nayhan’s 15th birthday.The photographs were shared by Sheikha Fatima’s mother, Her Highness Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who is the eldest child of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.In the two photos posted to Instagram, Sheikha Manal wished her “precious and most beautiful Fatima” a happy birthday.Sheikha Fatima is the first child of His Highness Mansour bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan – the Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE and Minister of Presidential Affairs – and Sheikha Manal.The 15-year-old, who is granddaughter to both Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid and the late Sheikh Zayed, founder of the UAE, is an avid horse rider.She even recently took part in the Ladies Endurance Cup which took place in Abu Dhabi back in February.Happy birthday to Her Highness!– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramImages: @mmbinrashid Instagram More

As the sweltering UAE summer is upon us, we’ve already had multiple days where the temperature has exceeded the 50 degrees Celcius mark already.The highest temperature of this season was recorded on Sunday, with the temperature rising to a scorching 51.8 degrees Celsius in some parts of the country.Although the highest ever temperature of 52.1 degrees Celsius was recorded in July 2002, this week is the first-time figures this high have been recorded two times in one week, as Friday saw temperatures of 51 degrees Celsius.
#The_highest_temperature_recorded over the country today is 51°C in Sweihan (Al Ain) at 14:00 UAE Local Time.
— المركز الوطني للأرصاد (@NCMS_media) June 4, 2021So, this begs the question – could the UAE be on track for its hottest summer on record?A spokesperson for the National Center of Meteorology told the Khaleej Times it’s still too “premature” to decipher whether this will be the hottest summer of all time.Temperatures within the UAE normally rise by 2-3 degrees Celsius in June in comparison to May, however, humidity does tend to decrease towards the end of June.With a steady increase in heat since the 1990s, police and administration have been in discussion in relation to the heat, with Abu Dhabi Police reminding people that leaving children in cars and vehicles is a punishable offence by law which could lead to fines up to dhs1 million and up to a 10-year prison sentence.Residents in Dubai are told to pay extra attention to their vehicles within the hot summer months, as car fires are likely.Drivers have also been reminded to check their tyres, with the likelihood of tyres bursting in the heat, Abu Dhabi Police, as part of the ‘Summer-Safe-Traffic’ campaign, have asked road users to ensure tyres are in good condition to try to prevent serious accidents on the road.– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramFeature Image: Emirates Woman Cover Shoot July/August 2020 More

Following her return to the entertainment realm in a Ramadan advert this year, Egyptian actress Sherihan is set to make a triumphant return to television.Signing on to working with Arabic streaming platform Shahid, the new project which Sherihan will take part in will shine a light on the life of fashion house Chanel and its founder Coco Chanel.Announcing the exciting partnership between Sherihan and Shahid, Turki Al Shikh, Chairman of the Saudi General Entertainment Authority said on Twitter, “Stay tuned for the return of the great star Sherihan to the spotlight after an absence of years in a distinguished work on the Shahid platform sponsored by the Entertainment Authority.”
ترقبوا ..عودة النجمة الكبيرة شريهان للأضواء بعد غياب سنين😍🔥@sherihanفي عمل مميز على منصة @shahidvod برعاية #هيئة_الترفيه #عودة_شريهان pic.twitter.com/KbSDFo89aR
— TURKI ALALSHIKH (@Turki_alalshikh) June 2, 2021Prior to her return to television in the Vodafone Ramadan advertisement, Sherihan had been out of the spotlight for nearly two decades.The actress overcame all unforeseen odds that were faced over the years, and it was beautifully expressed in this emotional ad, which inspired her audience as it weaved sentiment from the events depicted such as the car accident followed by years-long of her battle with cancer.[embedded content]While being part of a glorious Egyptian revolution, the actress, lawyer and mother has made a fascinating impact in the acting industry, in this region having made her acting at the age of 12 in the year 1977, starring alongside the renowned actor Farid Shawky.With more details regarding the debut yet to be announced, the hashtag #TheReturnofSherihan has been trending on social media, with fans impatiently waiting to see her back on the big screen soon.– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramFeature image: Instagram @sherihanofficial More

Born in Iraq, Dame Zaha Hadid, an ambitious and pioneering architect, took the world by storm, redefining 21st-century architecture around the globe.Combining her unwavering sanguinity for the future and her trust in the capability of innovation with progressive design, material and construction advances, Hadid consistently delivered unexpected and spectacular symbols of social evolution.Exceeding every brief, each of Hadid’s projects has its own presence and place within the architectural realm. With that, we’ve decided to delve into the history of some of Hadid’s designs which have made an impact right here in the UAE.The Opus by Omniyat– DubaiDescribed as “the building that never sleeps”, The Opus by Omniyat is Hadid’s first building in Dubai. Constructed between 2012-2020, the building is home to a collection of residences including the ME Hotel and serviced apartments, each “exploring the balance between solid and void, opaque and transparent”.The Opus by Omniyat is the first and only hotel that Hadid designed both the architecture and the interior of the hotel. The building is designed as two separate towers which amalgamate into a singular whole, reminiscent of a cube. ‘Eroded in its centre,’ the building acts as a 93 metre tall and 100-metre wide viewfinder, allowing people passing by to focus on the Dubai cityscape, through the building.When asked about the Opus, project director at Zaha Hadid Architects, Christos Passas, said, ‘The Precise Orthogonal geometries of the Opus’ elemental glass cube contrast with the fluidity of the eight-story void at its centre.”Sheikh Zayed Bridge – Abu DhabiOrganic and sinuous in form, the Sheikh Zayed Bridge was commissioned by Sheikh Sultan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and established between 1997-2010. The bridge was constructed as a third gateway crossing which links Abu Dhabi Island to the Gulf south shore.Cantilevered road decks which are suspended from symmetrical steel arches give the bridge a weightless appearance and fluid silhouette mimicking not only the water below but also desert sand dunes. Standing at 842 metres long, the bridge is flanked by a theatrical lighting system which illuminates the complex bridge in varying hues of colour by night.Bee’ah Headquarters – Sharjah[embedded content]Deep in Sharjah’s desert is the headquarters of Bee’ah, an environmental and waste management company, which Hadid designed to reflect its surroundings. Desert dunes are mimicked by curved walls, continuous lines and sloping roofs, making the 90,000 square-metre site area at one with the environment.After her death in 2016, Zaha Hadid Architecture has continued her legacy, creating some incredible buildings in recent years, including the Abu Dhabi Performing Arts Centre, which is currently being constructed, however, the completion date has not yet been confirmed.Hadid’s architecture within the UAE and across the globe continues to inspire and be admired by many. With her unique stylistic eye and pioneering ideas, Hadid brought architecture to all, and more importantly established modern architecture as artwork.– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram Feature Image: Supplied More

It appears people can’t stop talking about Hande Erçel and Kerem Bürsin’s budding romance.The pair went public with their relationship after holidaying in the Maldives back in April and now to celebrate Bürsin’s 34th birthday a sweet video has emerged of the Sen Çal Kapimi (You Knock On My Door) co-stars online.Playfully joking around with the birthday boy, Erçel is seen in the clip taking some cake off her co-star’s face while jokingly eating it as she, later on, shared a selfie on stories with the caption, “This is the share of the cake that fell”  as there were crumbs remaining on her nose.While working together as co-stars in the Turkish Drama series, Sen Çal Kapimi (You Knock On My Door), the actors sparked rumours of a romance in the second half of last year.To mark Bürsin’s birthday, the Turkish actress even took to Instagram to share a sweet photo of the pair together. “Stay close to people who feel like sunshine, Happy birthday to the funniest part of my life, so lucky to have you,” she captioned the post.With the rumors of the duo being a couple, confirmed through a series of their latest posts and visit to the Maldives, the pair have been slightly more open about their relationship status, as Bürshim also shared this image of them sitting in a glass canoe together with the caption, “In the middle of the ocean with a canoe and just the two of us…perfect.”

The actress’ new relationship comes after her split from her former partner Murat Dalkılıç. The pair got engaged at the beginning of 2020 after dating for three years, only to split five months later.
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