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      Kendall and Kylie Jenner’s argument caught on camera

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      Family is forever – which means sometimes arguments will happen, but everything is always forgiven.
      This particularly rings true for the Kardashian-Jenner household, especially when major blow-ups can be caught on camera.

      In a promo for the upcoming episode of Keeping Up With the Kardashians, Kendall learns that her younger sister Kylie is wearing an outfit which was apparently meant to be for her.
      The family had been taking a trip together up at momager Kris Jenner’s mansion in Palm Springs – an area one hour north of Los Angeles – and Kendall hadn’t brought anything to wear to go out in.

      The eldest Kardashian-Jenner, Kourtney, had said Kendall could borrow something of hers – the brown jumpsuit Kylie ended up wearing.
      Enraged by the fact her desired outfit had been given to Kylie, the supermodel said when her little sister enters the picture: “everyone bows down to Kylie”.
      While Kourtney tried to reason with Kendall, the 24-year-old still wasn’t happy. And Kylie, 23, didn’t seem to be bothered at all.
      Hey-ho, we all have our sibling squabbles sometimes – right?!
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      Designer interior collection that brings a cool factor to your home

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      Bring an edge to your space with the help of Virgil Abloh who has launched his latest homeware line from Off White, HOME 2.0.
      Available on FARFETCH, the codes of the streetwear brand are evidence across several interior statement pieces from ceramics and textiles to objets d’art and minimalist furnishings.

      Majority of the collection features signature Arrows and Swimming Man motifs that particularly stand out on blankets, cushions, towels, and stationary.

      With more than 80 products to choose from, the latest interior collection from one of the most relevant designers in the industry today captures the idea of “taking the familiar and making it new”. Take the same approach to this collection as you do to a fashion line and dress your home from room to room.
      The colour palette consists of neutrals in black, grey and beige tones with fluorescent pink and orange accents making it ideal for a variety of spaces, from minimalist apartments to traditional villas.
      Whether you go for a printed pouffe chair or select a range of smaller accessories, there are multiple ways to bring that Off-White edge to your home.

      Shop the collection now on farfetch.com now
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      Watch: Khalid and Salama donate Dhs10,000 to UAE resident battling breast cancer

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      The month of October marks International Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which aims to raise awareness about the disease.
      It also highlights the absolute need for women to check their breasts regularly and the importance of early detection in order to beat the disease.

      One high-profile couple from the UAE, Salama Mohamed and Khalid Al Ameri, recently shared a video of their emotional meeting with a UAE resident who has been fighting breast cancer for the second time.
      In the footage posted to Khalid’s Instagram page, the couple is seen meeting with Filipina mother-of-four Maria Vizcaya, who sells ‘Knock Out Cancer’ T-shirts in order to pay for her treatment and raise awareness about the disease.

      The 42-year-old moved to the UAE 13 years ago in order to provide for her family, but due to the pandemic she was laid off from her job and now she’s battling her second bout of breast cancer.
      She was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018, and after two rounds of chemotherapy, she had beaten the disease. However, in May of this year she was diagnosed for a second time.
      Maria shared her story for the inspiration behind her T-shirts, insisting that “no one fights alone” and shared her confidence that she will beat breast cancer for the second time.
      After hearing Maria’s story, Khalid and Salama gave Mary the ultimate surprise and gift – Dhs10,000 to invest in her T-shirts – a gesture which brought her to tears.
      “Maria’s courage and willingness to keep fighting forever is an inspiration to us all, this is her story and message to the world,” Khalid said.

      Salama also shared some footage of the meeting to her Instagram page.
      “I have no words to describe how humbled and honoured I felt meeting this wonderful SUPERHERO @maryvizcaya77,” Salama wrote. “You are a true inspiration to so many people around you including myself.”
      Salama, who has nearly 700,000 followers on the social media platform, thanked Mary for opening her home to herself and Khalid and encouraged the mother-of-four to “keep shining” through her breast cancer battle.
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      The Creative – Khulood Thani, cover star of October’s ‘The Bravery Issue’

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      October’s – ‘The Bravery Issue’ – Download Now
      Words & Creative Direction: Amy SessionsPhotography: Greg AdamskiHair & Makeup: Melanie MeyerProduction: Kelli MaddockFashion Assistant: Camille Macawili
      Combining her entrepreneurial spirit and extensive experience in culture and design, Khulood Thani is focused on bringing innovative global fashion to an international platform.
      What do your first 30 minutes of the day look like, your morning routine?

      Meditations are my kind of special morning rituals, it’s something I am loyal to practicing and I cannot remove this from my morning schedule. For me, meditation sets a wonderful mood for the day because it helps to clear the mind and maximize your focus on priorities.

      Tell us about your role as a curator?

      As a curator – and as an Emirati – I feel so much responsibility for building content that represents the United Arab Emirates in the best possible way. We all know the UAE has a very rich history and there is still a huge opportunity to develop further in this sector, especially on the front of dress history or contemporary fashion. I definitely enjoy working with other cultural institutions in commissioning designers from different disciplines to create new display objects that represent local stories across cultural platforms, some of these examples are “Defashstruction” and “Fashcultivate”– co-curated with Fatma Al Mahmoud in 1971 Design Space.
      I have also worked with museums, archive libraries and I consult some collectors in building and growing their own personal collection portfolios. As a designer, the Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council commissioned me to create embroidered pieces that incorporate the Talli, an Emirati handicraft. The beauty of this project is that it includes the work of the artisans and documents folkloric stories from the UAE.
      When you’ve moved in your career or taken on new challenges, did you go with your gut?
      I always trust my gut feeling, I have a special connection with the universe around me, and I like to follow the messages it reveals to me.

      Which Instagram accounts do you follow for inspiration?
      Three of my favourites are @dazedfashion @irisartadvisory @peachwithlove
      What effect has social media played on the fashion industry’s growth?
      Social media has contributed a lot in changing the way we live. We now often meet people via Instagram before even meeting them in person, so it’s become another way of networking.
      What advice would you give to your younger self starting out?
      Always look at your inner strength and build on that, because that is what makes a person unique in all forms of work or life.
      This is ‘The Bravery Issue’ –  what to you is bravery?
      Taking brave steps in life always rewards you with more knowledge, learning and experience. Getting rewarding opportunities is always challenging and inspiring at the same time.

      When have you been brave in business and in life?
      Moments where we can act bravely always appear in our lives. Bravery is being thoughtful and considerate of yourself, the community or the environment around you. One of the brave moments in the design industry for myself along with other designers such as Nadine Kanso and Khalid Shafar was coming up with a collective design initiative, Design Ras Al Khor, to support local and regional designers in more than 11 design disciplines through providing them with a platform and sharing their work.
      What’s next for you?
      This year, I’m focused on researching “A Manifesto for Collecting”, an agenda, which looks at a historical garment in the UAE and seeing how much of this has survived over time. I believe that objects tell us stories that oral history may have missed during documenting. Objects are so personal and they tell a story about a person or people through the function of how it was used.
      October’s – ‘The Bravery Issue’ – Download Now
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      10 fabulous things to do in Dubai this weekend

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      We promise you a busy weekend of brunches, live jazz and an opportunity to support Arab designers as well as open up on World Mental Health Day.
      Jazz night

      Love live music and jazz? Well Q’s Bar & Lounge at Palazzo Versace Dubai has just the treat for you. The stylish venue has announced that much-loved Dubai-based singer Layla Kardan will be performing every Thursday for the next three months. The fabulous evening will see you tapping your foot to the beat of smoky jazz and soul melodies and there is even some burlesque dancing to further enhance your evening. Minimum spend is Dhs350.
      Support local

      In these uncertain times, it has never been more important to support the local talent and this is exactly what Emirati entrepreneur and founder of Symphony, Salama Alabbar, is encouraging this weekend. The chic retail destination in The Dubai Mall will be holding a three-day presentation that highlights a range of luxury kaftans, modern abayas and modest designs exclusively created by established and emerging Middle Eastern designers, along with handpicked jewellery and accessories. At The Showcase you can explore pieces from the likes of Al Mraikn, Diva Closet, Frou Frou, La Bella Jewellery, Niili, Sada Abaya, Tales of Gems, amongst many others.
      Cheat day

      Black Tap, the cult New York burger and shakes brand, has opened a new flagship outlet on the first floor of Dubai’s Mall of the Emirates. All-American casual dining experience features a dedicated CrazyShake® counter offering a choice of dine-in or ‘To Go’ service including Black Tap’s top three bestselling CrazyShake® milkshakes – the Brooklyn Blackout, Cookies ‘n Cream and the Cookie Shake. As for the food, you can indulge inGreg Norman Burger, the classic All-American Burger, superfood salads, spicy Korean BBQ chicken wings, and a wide selection of vegan dishes.
      Taste of Lebanon

      An all-day dining destination Al Beiruti has opened on Sheikh Zayed Roadand offers an authentic culinary journey through Beirut. Some of the key signature dishes include Zaatar Hummus, Mustard Ras Aasfour, Al Beiruti Kibbeh, Al Beiruti Fries, and many others. Start your day with a freshly-made Mankoushés straight out of the oven, the perfect cup of Lebanese coffee on Al Beiruti’s terrace. At sunset, long lunches with the family, afternoons with friends complimented by the sounds of Tawlé games, and loungy evenings well spent over a Shisha crafted to perfection by Al Beiruti’s very own Shisha Master.
      Al fresco brunching

      London is one of the biggest foodie capitals of the world, but why travel to the British capital when you can get the whole experience at London Social with a buzzing Friday Brunch that has now been moved to the great outdoors. Prepare to go on a dining spree from the spices of Brixton and Soho, to the stalls of Chinatown, Little Italy, and Borough Market. Held from 1pm to 4pm, you have a choice of a Jubilee packaged for Dhs395 per person that includes non-alcoholic shandies, mocktails, juices and soft drinks or you can spend Dhs495 on the Victoria option that includes signature summer cups, distinct selection of mixed house beverages, craft hops, wine, spirits and bubbly. Otherwise, splash out on Piccadilly at Dhs650 per person that includes all of the above and premium sparkling. Children below five years dine for free, while kids between 6 to 12 years get 50 per cent off.
      Sweet treats

      There’s nothing like a box of chocolates to brighten up your weekend or make for a perfect gift for some, especially if it’s from Pierre Marcolini. The celebrated chocolatier has introduced Les Pastel Collection featuring six distinctive fruity recipes. Expect zesty flavours like passion fruit, lemon, mango, yuzu, and lime all coated in Maison dark chocolate made using cocoa from Cuba and Cameroon. The Les Pastel Collection is now available at Maison Pierre Marcolini in The Dubai Mall and is priced at Dhs130 for a small box of 18 chocolates and Dhs245 for a large box of 36 chocolates.
      Work the mind

      This World Mental Health Day head to the INSTABODY Lifestyle Gym located at FIVE Jumeirah Village Hotel which is inviting Dubai residents to attend its first-ever community open day to raise awareness and spark conversation around physical fitness and mental health. From 9am to 3pm on Saturday 10 October, the lifestyle gym will host mini training sessions including HIIT, Yoga, Meditation and Boxing suitable for anyone to get involved in, as well as offer up world-class trainers to provide free consultation to those looking to embark on their fitness journey.
      By the seaside

      Stars N Bars at La Mer is back in business with a selection of offers to enhance your weekend. If you want to enjoy an afternoon outside then grab yourself a Beach Picnic Hamper that includes a selection of food, drinks, treats, and fruit from Dhs129. Those in a mood for a Saturday brunch can enjoy a seaside feast thanks to their California Dreamin’ Brunch that offers three courses as well as free flow beverages. Those dining from 1pm to 3pm pay Dhs199 but if you want to stay till 4pm then it will be Dhs249.
      Hit the roof

      DIFC hotspot Amazónico has re-opened its Copacabana terrace and the tropical inspired space is perfect for post-work sundowners, pre-dinner cocktails or leisurely al-fresco catch ups. Dive into a selection of exciting and unique cocktails, Latin-American snacks with a side of Amazónico’s famous electro-pical tunes. Don’t forget to snap the impressive views from the Instagrammable space.
      It’s White Truffles season

      If you want to treat your taste buds or impress a date, then there’s nowhere better then the glamorously Italian restaurant Scalini. The venue is making the most of the cooler months by introducing a new menu featuring White Truffles from Alba alongside a sparkling selection of Spritz. Available from daily from midday to 11.30pm, enjoy sampling Aquarello parmesan risotto, clarified butter tagliolini and Burrata di Andria.
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      Kim Kardashian discusses Kanye West’s ‘scary and unknown’ COVID-19 battle

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      Kim Kardashian West has opened up her husband Kanye West’s battle with coronavirus.
      “Kanye had [COVID-19] way at the beginning, when nobody really knew what was going on,” the beauty mogul told Grazia. “It was so scary and unknown.”

      The reality star also revealed it was incredibly difficult as it was just her left to care for her four children – North, seven, Saint, five, Chicago, two, and one-year-old Psalm.
      “It was a challenge because it was so unknown,” she admitted.

      That’s not the only thing that’s rocked Kim this year.
      Back in July, Kanye was showcasing some public erratic behaviour with Kim even having to make a statement about his bipolar disorder.
      “As many of you know, Kanye has bipolar disorder,” she said in her statement she made back in July. “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.

      “He is a brilliant but complicated person who on top of the pressures of being an artist and a Black man, who experienced the painful loss of his mother, and has to deal with the pressure and isolation that is heightened by his bipolar disorder,” she said. “Those who are close with Kanye know his heart and understand his words some times [sic] do not align with his intentions.”
      There were also reports that she was ready to end her marriage to Kanye, but it seems things are back on track for the couple who have been married for five years.
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      Sheikh Mohammed pays tribute to his father Sheikh Rashid

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      HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai has paid tribute to his father, HH Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, on the 30th anniversary of his death.
      The late Sheikh Rashid ruled Dubai from for 32 years from 1958 until his death in 1990.

      In a statement on Twitter, Sheikh Mohammed revealed his father “was not very talkative but thought a lot”.

      كان قليل الكلام.. كثير التفكر .. نظرته عميقة كبحر واسع .. يومه يبدأ قبل الناس .. وأحلامه تتجاوز سنواته .. محباً لزوجته لطيفة .. عاشقاً لدبي .. مخلصاً للاتحاد .. رحل بهدوء بعد أن ملأ الدنيا ضجيجاً بأعماله .. وما زالت .. #رحيل_راشد_٣٠عاماً pic.twitter.com/OYhDddTA0V
      — HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) October 6, 2020

      “His day began before anyone else and his dreams [ambitions] went beyond his years,” he continued. “He loved his wife, Latifa, and he loved Dubai.
      “He was faithful to the Union. He went quietly after he filled the world with the sound of his achievements and this continues.”
      HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, also shared a tribute to his grandfather.

      In remembrance of the 30th anniversary of the passing of one of the greatest leaders, Sheikh Rashed bin Saeed Al Maktoum. A leader that created an inspiring vision for Dubai and its people. His achievements and efforts lives on in our hearts and therefore shall never be forgotten pic.twitter.com/fvWdvRSFEL
      — Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) October 6, 2020

      His Highness shared a video to mark the 30th anniversary of his death, showcasing some archived footage of the former Ruler of Dubai.
      “In remembrance of the 30th anniversary of the passing of one of the greatest leaders, Sheikh Rashed bin Saeed Al Maktoum,” Sheikh Hamdan said. “A leader that created an inspiring vision for Dubai and its people. His achievements and efforts lives on in our hearts and therefore shall never be forgotten.”

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      Rihanna apologises to Muslim community for ‘careless mistake’

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      Rihanna has issued a public apology to the Muslim community for a “careless mistake” made in her Savage X Fenty fashion show.
      Last Friday the fashion show launched on Amazon Prime and one of the songs which was used amongst the set was Coucou Chloe’s 2017 track Doom.

      One of the verses in the song it remixes hadith, which is a sacred text in Islam which is a record of sayings of the prophet Muhammad and his companions.
      Following the show’s airing, many took to Twitter to share their disappointment in the singer.

      as a muslim, no words can describe how disappointed i am with Rihanna for letting her models dance to hadith. Hadith are the sacred words of our prophet, you can’t just use it for your lingerie show. disgusting and extremely disrespectful
      — dee⁷ (@kookdice) October 4, 2020

      i can’t let Rihanna have a pass w appropriating Islam like for her first show the models wore a scarf around their heads and it looked like HIJAB and her second show she used a track that remixed a HADITH….why is no one talking about this, my religion is not y’all’s aesthetic
      — . (@reversecocunut) October 4, 2020

      On Tuesday, Rihanna issued a public apology on her Instagram thanking the Muslim community for bringing her attention to the mistake and referred to it as a “huge oversight”.
      “I’d like to thank the Muslim community for pointing out a huge oversight that was unintentionally offensive in our savage x fenty show,” she said. “I would more importantly like to apologize to you for this honest, yet careless mistake.
      “We understand that we have hurt many of our Muslim brothers and sisters, and I’m incredibly disheartened by this!”
      The fashion designer and beauty mogul also insisted she does not “play with any kind of disrespect toward God or any religion” and called the use of the song “completely irresponsible”.

      rihanna’s apology to the muslim community. pic.twitter.com/xATuYfLMHX
      — knee (@thickannawhore) October 6, 2020

      “Moving forward we will make sure nothing like this ever happens again,” she added. “Thank you for your forgiveness and understanding, Rih.”
      The artist of the song also issued a public apology and said she and her team were “in the process of having the song urgently removed from all streaming platforms”.

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