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      UAE introduces new laws to protect domestic workers, fines of up to Dhs10m

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      by Team Emirates Woman
      6 hours ago

      The UAE is continuing its mission to improve the protection and rights of employees across the country.
      The latest update to policies and laws is set to help and protect UAE domestic workers.
      According to the Khaleej Times, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation stated that as of December 15, 2022 all employers will need to be licensed when hiring domestic workers.
      “The new law stipulates that the recruitment or temporary employment of domestic helpers shall not be allowed unless after obtaining a licence from the ministry,” the Ministry stated.
      Strict rules and regulations will now be in place for recruitment agencies which are licensed and offices to follow in order to protect the working environment of maids, nannies, housekeepers, cooks and more.

      Take a look at the new Domestic Helper Law and learn more about how it safeguards the rights of employees, employers and recruitment agencies. #UAE #MoHRE pic.twitter.com/pZCI2A041S
      — وزارة الموارد البشرية والتوطين (@MOHRE_UAE) October 10, 2022

      In the new framework announced, all domestic workers are entitled to one paid day off per week; are entitled to 30 days of leave per year; a return ticket home is granted to the employee at the cost of the employer; and more.
      “The UAE continues to establish a legislative framework that safeguards domestic helpers, in line with its mission to establish the country’s pioneering status as a preferred global destination to live and work,” the ministry stated.
      As part of these new laws, new fines have also been introduced to those who do not adhere to regulations.
      Fines of up to Dhs10 million will be enforced for those who employ unlicensed domestic workers, according to The National.
      The outlet also reports a slew of other fines are also in place if laws are not adhered to. This includes a Dhs200,000 fine if workers under the age of 18 are employed and fines of up to Dhs1 million if anyone attempts to employ a worker without a permit or misuses the online portal provided by the ministry.
      For more information visit mohre.gov.ae/mohre.domestic.ui/home/. 
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      Bella Hadid pays a heartfelt tribute to her Palestinian roots

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      by Sarah Joseph
      1 hour ago

      Bella Hadid never shies away from celebrating her Arab heritage and marking her birthday was no different.
      The supermodel turned 26 over the weekend and she made sure to pay tribute to her Palestinian roots.
      Indulging in some traditional cuisine, a Palestinian baker made a special kunafa cake just for Hadid in celebration of her birthday.

      Shadin Hamdan, the founder of Kanafa Cups, created a bespoke signature heart-shaped kunafa cake with a topper that read “Happy Birthday Bella”. Created with the bakery’s signature bright orange-hued phyllo dough, crushed pistachios and rose petals, Hadid was clearly overjoyed with the final outcome in images shared by the bakery founder.
      “This has been a dream of mine and I’m so excited!” Hamdan said. “This journey with Kanafa Cups really started as a dessert I was good at making for friends and family and turned into a business that made it all the way to Bella Hadid!
      “I never thought I would be writing this. Work hard and it will all pay off in the end.”
      This special dessert was gifted to the supermodel by the Palestinian makeup artist, Nadia Tayeh who plays a key role in creating Hadid’s red carpet looks.

      In a group celebration with her friends including Hadid, the birthday girl received another cake baked by her sister. The simple white cake highlighted symbols close to her heart such as the Palestinian flat, a pizza, a burger, and a butterfly logo for her brand Kin Euphorics’ making it a memorable birthday.
      With a close affinity to her culture, the model never misses an opportunity to pay homage to her culture and she is always vocal about her support for Palestine.
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      Khloé Kardashian reveals skin cancer scare, has tumour removed from her face

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      by Olivia Morris
      2 hours ago

      Khloé Kardashian has opened up about her recent skin cancer scare.
      Sharing a series of Instagram stories and photos, the 38-year-old shared with her fans the story behind the “ever-evolving” bandage on her face.
      The reality star revealed that she had to have a tumour removed from her face after noticing a “bump” that wouldn’t seem to go away even after seven months.
      While she assumed it was “something as minor as a zit”, it wasn’t “budging”, Kardashian decided to get it biopsied.
      Following her biopsy, the star was told she needed to have “an immediate operation to remove a tumour from my face”.

      “I called none other than Dr Garth Fischer, a dear friend of my family’s and one of the best surgeons in Beverly Hills who I knew would take incredible care of my face,” she explained. “I’m grateful to share that Dr Fischer was able to get everything – all my margins appear clear and now we are onto the healing process.”
      Kardashian added that her fans will continue to see her with bandages on her face until she’s allowed to take them off and then “you’ll probably see a scar (and an indention [sic] in my cheek from the tumour being removed)”.
      Kardashian had been seen sporting a bandage on her face during Paris and Milan Fashion Week, leading some fans to ask what had happened.
      This prompted Kardashian to discuss the operation to raise awareness about skin cancer to “remind everyone to get checked, and frequently”.

      It’s not the first time Kardashian has had a scare. At 19, she had melanoma on her back, which she had removed at the time, so she highlighted she is “pre-composed to melanomas”.
      Melanoma is the 17th most common cancer worldwide, according to the World Cancer Research Fund, and a celebrity like Kardashian talking about their experience only helps to raise awareness.
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      Meet the UAE’s 9 female cabinet ministers making a difference

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      by Sarah Joseph
      3 hours ago

      The UAE’s cabinet ministers have a powerful voice to bring about change.
      Designed to handle the execution of all internal and external affairs, the UAE’s cabinet ministers play a pivotal role in shaping what lies ahead.
      Be it technology or other future-focused sectors, the female cabinet team is pushing the envelope in each sector and making a change to boost the UAE’s global competitiveness.
      The UAE’s current ministers have all taken their oaths to diligently carry out their duties and meet the people’s expectations without sparing any effort from their end.
      To delve into their roles and responsibilities, Emirates Woman sheds light on all the inspiring female ministers in the UAE making a difference.
      HE Noura Al Kaabi, Minister of Culture and Youth

      Her Excellency Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi is also an Emirati businesswoman alongside her role as Minister of Culture and Knowledge Development for the United Arab Emirates. She has held the position since October 2017. Previously she was the Minister of State for Federal National Council Affairs from February 2016 to October 2017. Moreover, Al Kaabi was previously appointed as a member of the Federal National Council (FNC) from Abu Dhabi.
      HE Mariam bint Mohammed Saeed Hareb Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and Environment

      As a leader to protect the country’s ecosystems, Her Excellency is constantly implementing effective measures, policies and initiatives to bring about environmental changes. Her role prior to this was Minister of State for Food and Water security to make decisions pertaining to channeling investments in food and water technology. She is on a mission to strengthen the UAE’s long-standing bilateral ties with nations globally and prepare for upcoming prestigious events such as COP28.
      HE Reem Bint Ebrahim Al Hashimi, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation

      Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimi was hugely instrumental in Dubai’s winning bid to host Expo 202o. As well as being Director-General for the Dubai Expo 2020, she is also the UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation. She became a cabinet minister in 2008. She is also chair of Dubai Cares, a children’s education charity established by Sheikh Mohammed in 2007.
      HE Shamma Bint Suhail bin Faris Al Mazrui, Minister of State for Youth Affairs

      After taking on the role in 2020, her tasks are focused on representing youth issues and aspirations and setting strategies to improve their capabilities and further utilize their energy in various fields. Her Excellency previously worked in. private equity and also as a public policy analyst at the UAE Mission to the United Nations after receiving a distinction from the University of Oxford in 2015.
      HE Sarah Bint Yousef Al Amiri, Minister of State for Advanced Technology

      For women in science, Her Excellency is paving the path for women to pursue a career in this field. With new scientific discoveries, Sarah is equipping future generations with the tools to take on tomorrow’s world. As the UAE continues to spearhead other such programmes including the Emirates Mars Mission as its Deputy Project Manager.
      HE Sara Mussallam, Minister of State for Early Education

      Since taking on her role in May 2022, Her Excellency supervises the Federal Authority of Early Education and has promoted digital and coding skills in the classroom to make it accessible to future generations. Her portfolio also includes her position as Chairwoman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge. With a key say in leading the region’s talent, several schools are making technological advancements in the future of education. She has previously worked as a chartered financial analyst and in the finance industry.
      HE Dr. Maitha bint Salem Al Shamsi, Minister of State

      Her Excellency joined the Federal Government in 2008 as Minister of State. She has participated in several conferences globally including representing the UAE at UN organisations. With a Ph.D. in Sociology she has authored a series of books, research articles and various fields, especially development, women and education. Her previous  roles such as the president of Zayed University and presiding over the Marriage Fund have made her equipped for her role as Minister of State.
      HE Ohood Khalfan Al Roumi, Minister of State for Happiness and Wellbeing

      Her Excellency Ohood bint Khalfan Al Roumi has launched a plethora of initiatives including the 100-day happiness plan and five-month positivity training programme for local CEOs after taking up her role in 2016. She has previously held prestigious positions such as the first Arab member of the Global Entrepreneurship Council (GEC) and Director-General of the Prime Minister’s Office.
      HE Hessa Bint Essa Buhumaid, Minister of Community Development

      With a key role in actively promoting family cohesion, Her Excellency empowers women through new policies and legislation that encourage a happy and sustainable marriage. By implementing the National Family Policy, National Policy for People of Determination and other such measures, she has confidently carried out her duties since 2017.
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      UAE nationals can now obtain passports online in 30 minutes

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      by Sarah Joseph
      42 mins ago

      Emirati travellers now have a solution for the expiry, loss and damage of passports.
      To curb this issue, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MOFAIC) has launched its e-document service for UAE travellers returning from abroad.
      With this new electronic service, the government ensures a seamless service to speed up the issuance of emergency passports without any charges or the need to visit an embassy or consulate to receive the travel documents.
      Abdulaziz Al Hebsi, Director of the UAE Nationals Affairs Department at the Ministry, said the ministry’s Service Development Team has worked relentlessly to simplify and facilitate relevant procedures, adding that the service was enhanced in response to customer feedback.
      Thus, UAE nationals can obtain the travel document at any time and from any place to receive it via e-mail without any added hassle.

      Introduced to keep in line with the UAE’s visionary leadership, the ministry is working towards providing outstanding digital services and offerings as per the highest quality standards.
      To apply for the service, Emirati travellers can simply opt for the service on the ministry’s website at mofaic.gov.ae or log on to the smart application UAE MOFAIC available on both iOS and Android stores.
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      ‘I’m in a different place’: Kourtney K reveals she’s drifted from her family

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      by Olivia Morris
      22 mins ago

      They may be one of the most famous families in the world, but even the Kardashian-Jenners face their fair share of “normal” familial issues.
      The eldest of the Kardashian-Jenner kids, Kourtney Kardashian, has opened up about how she’s drifted from some of her family members as of late.
      Appearing on the popular podcast Not Skinny But Not Fat, the reality star and entrepreneur revealed she’s now “in a different place” admitting she’s not as close with younger sister Khloe Kardashian.
      “I think just life isn’t the same,” she explained. “I think I’m in a different place.”

      Further expanding on her relationship with Khloe, the 43-year-old explained her younger sister became very close with their other sister Kim Kardashian after the pair welcomed daughters True and Chicago around the same time.
      “I just felt like they really bonded,” Kourtney said. “They were going through the same things. That’s when I was unhappy with the show [Keeping Up With The Kardashians], partially because of [Khloe and Kim] kind of ganging up [on me].
      “I felt like it was almost everything that Khloe and I had done to Kim, and then they were like kind of flipping it on me.”
      However, during the interview, Kourtney also opened up about how she has been on a journey to become “more self-aware” by undergoing therapy.
      Admitting she was “really sensitive” and that “nobody could say something mean to me because I would say something 20 times meaner back”, things are different for the Poosh founder now.
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      Mabrook! Sheikh Mohammed’s daughter, Sheikha Maryam, welcomes third child

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      by Team Emirates Woman
      2 hours ago

      The Dubai royals have welcomed a new addition to the family.
      Her Highness Sheikha Maryam bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and her husband His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohammed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan have welcomed their third child together.
      The daughter of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced the joyous news on Instagram.
      Sheikha Maryam shared a picture of a blue heart with the words “It’s a boy”, tagging her husband Sheikh Khaled on Instagram. She also placed the date 10/10/2022 at the bottom of the post indicating the date of the little one’s arrival.

      It’s the third child for the couple who already have two boys – Mohammed bin Khaled Al Nahyan, born September 58, 2020 and Hamdan bin Khaled Al Nahyan, born August 25, 2021.
      As of yet, the name of the newborn hasn’t been announced.
      Congratulations to the couple on their growing family!
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      Watch: Flying car takes off in Dubai

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      by Team Emirates Man
      4 hours ago

      The world’s first public flight of the two-seater eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) flying car X2 took off on Monday at Skydive Dubai.
      After taking off from Dubai Marina, the X2 flying completed its 90-minute test flight, marking an era of short-haul flights and intelligent mobility solutions, per WAM.
      Dubai International Chamber, one of three Chambers operating under Dubai Chambers, hosted the test flight, designed by Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer XPeng.
      The two-seater eVTOL flying car X2 is equipped with an intelligent flight control system and autonomous flight capabilities and is developed by XPENG’s affiliate XPENG AEROHT. The X2 emits zero carbon dioxide and is designed with low-altitude city capabilities, with a maximum flight speed of 130 kilometres per hour.

      Dubai International Chamber hosted today the world’s first public flight of the pioneering eVTOL flying car X2 designed by Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer @XPengMotors at Skydive Dubai. pic.twitter.com/LgplPPMQD5
      — Dubai International Chamber (@DxbChamberIntl) October 10, 2022

      The event was attended by Li Xuhang, Consul-General of China in Dubai; Hassan Al Hashemi, acting president and CEO of Dubai Chambers; Dr Brian Gu, vice chairman and president of XPeng; Mohammad Al Kamali, deputy CEO, Dubai Industries and Exports and other government officials and members of the business community.
      Dubai has been at the vanguard of introducing technology-fuelled initiatives to encourage the usage of autonomous transport. The emirate’s self-driving transport strategy aims to convert 25 per cent of total mobility journeys to driverless journeys by 2030.
      A new programme to enable drone transportation in Dubai has been launched, to explore the use of drones in several sectors, including health, security, shipping and food.
      This story was originally published on Gulf Business and has been republished here with permission.
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