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    Celebrating the life of Queen Elizabeth II: 9 precious times she visited the GCC

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    by Sarah Joseph
    2 hours ago

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    Queen Elizabeth II, the longest reigning monarch in the United Kingdom’s history, died aged 96 on September 8, 2022.
    Her Majesty died “peacefully” at Balmoral Castle in Scotland, according to Buckingham Palace.
    Her son, now known as King Charles III,  ascended the throne last weekend in a coronation ceremony watched by millions around the globe. His son Prince William is now the new heir to the UK throne.
    Last year, Queen Elizabeth became the first-ever British monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years on the throne.
    Throughout her seven decades on the throne, Her Majesty maintained a close relationship with the GCC countries, having visited the region on many occasions.
    To mark her incredible life, we look back on the decades of friendship with other GCC royals.
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    4 plush locations to witness and celebrate King Charles III’s Coronation from Dubai

    Life

    by Ruman Baig
    2 hours ago

    The big day for British monarchy is just around the corner. King Charles III is all set to take the throne, as the official coronation will be held on May 6 and 7, 2023 at London’s Westminster Abbey.
    To commemorate his journey as the new King, celebrations will continue to take place across the weekend. While fans of the monarchy within the country will fill up the streets of the United kingdom in joy — back in Dubai, if you wish to watch the iconic moment live and celebrate along, here are a few places you can visit.
    Speakeasy Dubai

    The classic neighborhood lounge in the heart of JBR will be hosting the live screening of the coronation of King Charles III across the weekend on Saturday May 6 and Sunday May 7. To be a part, head to Speakeasy and enjoy the screening on massive indoor and outdoor screens while relishing the All Day Royal Breakfast, Bangers and Mash, Fish and Chips and Shepherd’s Pie.
    Venue: Speakeasy Dubai, Delta Hotels by Marriott Jumeirah Beach
    Date: Saturday and Sunday, 6th and 7th of May, 2023
    Timings: 1:00 pm onwards
    Price: Various deals and offers
    Reservation Details: +971 4 439 8881 or visit www.speakeasydubai.com
    QE2 Dubai

    For an authentic feel of the actual celebration, spend the evening at the QE2 Hotel, attending the King’s Coronation Charity Gala Ball. In the UK, the King has urged people to make the most of the public holiday and participate in “THE BIG HELP OUT” – where people will volunteer to help all sorts of charities and community projects. Following a similar sentiment, this gala is origanised to provide aid for initiatives like Gulf For Good and Larchfield Children’s Home, Tanzania. 
    The event line up includes a Royal Marines Corps of Drums, a Royal Marines Piper, a brilliant string duo, a DJ to encourage you to the dancefloor and Dubai Eye’s own Tom Urquhart will be your host for the evening. Along with these fun activities, for every place booked at ball, the organising committee will be donating Dhs50 to the charities. There will also be Raffle prizes and an auction held on the same evening.
    Date: Friday 5th May 2023
    Time: 7:30 pm onwards 
    Price: Dhs750
    Venue: Queen’s Room, QE2 Hotel, Port Rashid
    Dress code: Black tie, Formal or National Dress
    Age Policy: 21 years+
    Reservation Details: visit theatrebyqe2.com
    At.mosphere Dubai
    Situated at the level 122 of the mighty Burj Khalifa, this restaurant is inviting everyone to enjoy the screening of the coronation with a perfect-for-the-occasion afternoon tea deal. To make it even more fun, the high-end eastery is also offering an English sparkling beverage package.

    Date: Saturday 6th May 2023
    Time: 6pm-11pm
    Price: Dh350
    Venue: Atmosphere Dubai, Burj Khalifa, Downtown Dubai
    Reservation Details: 04 888 3828
    Dinner by Heston Blumenthal

    The newest hot spot at the recently opened Atlanis The Royal is offering a five-course tasting menu, influenced by the dishes served at Britain’s previous coronations. The menu will include nostalgic gastronomical items from the coronation of the previous monarchy like that of British King Henry V in 1413 and George IV in 1821.
    From a rendition of the chicken tart that was served at Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation in 1953 to the exquisite beef royale — the unmissable meal pays the perfect homage to the British Royal family.
    Date: May 5th  to May 14th
    Time: 12.30pm-3.30pm
    Price: Dhs1,250 per person
    Venue: Atlantis The Royal, The Palm Jumeirah
    Reservation Details: 04 426 2444
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    Millie Bobby Brown is engaged!

    Lifestyle

    by Ruman Baig
    3 hours ago

    The Stranger Things actor announced this happy new via Instagram. Of course, with Taylor Swift lyrics in the caption. Millie is all set to tie the knot with her long-time beau Jake Bongiovi, who she has been dating for almost two and a half years.
    The lines in her caption from the song ‘Lover‘ also confirmed the timeline of her relationship. “I’ve loved you three summers now, honey, I want ’em all,”
    The 19-years-old actor has been very public about her romance with legendary singer Jon Bon Jovi’s son. Engagement speculations first sparked when Millie posted a picture of the back of her head in a car — showing only part of her hand, enough for fans to spot a rock on her finger.

    Jake also made this new public on his social media, but in a more subtle way. With his arms around Millie and their backs facing the camera, the 20-years-old actor-producer captioned his adroable post with ‘forever’.

    While the details of the nuptials are yet to come, Millie did share her shimmering, oval-shaped  diamond ring with her excited fans. Like a true Gen-Z couple, they met on Instagram, became friends and the rest as they say is history.
    Here’s wishing the happy couple congratulations!
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    The royal family bids a final farewell to Queen Elizabeth II with poignant photo

    Lifestyle

    by Sarah Joseph
    48 mins ago

    Yesterday, the world bid its final farewell to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-ever reigning monarch of the United Kingdom.
    A few hours after the ceremony took place, the Royal Family shared an unseen image in loving memory of Her Majesty The Queen, who lived from 1926 to 2022.
    Taken at Balmoral Castle in 1971, deemed to be one of her favourite places in the UK, the Queen is seen amidst plush fauna surrounding on the Scottish estate with an elegant scarf wrapped around her head.  The photo was a poignant one, given the Queen passed away at Balmoral.
    The image was shared with the one of Shakespeare’s most popular quotes from Hamlet: “May flights of Angels sing thee to thy rest.”

    ‘May flights of Angels sing thee to thy rest.’
    In loving memory of Her Majesty The Queen.
    1926 – 2022 pic.twitter.com/byh5uVNDLq
    — The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) September 19, 2022

    These were some of the precious words which King Charles III used in his first televised speech as monarch, paying tribute to his late mother.
    This previously unpublished photo pays a tribute to the Queen and her years of dedication to the country. She made a lifelong commitment to serving the country on her 21st birthday and effortlessly carried out her duties as British monarch.
    Laid to rest on September 19, 2022, a total of 2,000 guests, including 500 dignitaries, foreign royals and leaders and members of the Royal Family were in attendance at the state funeral service at Westminster Abbey.
    The Queen has been buried at Windsor Castle alongside her late husband Prince Philip, after an intimate ceremony with the Royal Family members.
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    UAE declares three-day mourning period to honour Queen Elizabeth II

    Lifestyle

    by Team Emirates Woman
    8 mins ago

    The UAE will observe three days of mourning to mark the demise of Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-serving monarch.
    The flags across public and private sectors in the UAE and in the country’s embassies abroad will be lowered to half-mast, starting Friday, September 9, for a period of three days, the official news agency WAM reported.
    Queen Elizabeth II passed away on September 8, at the Balmoral Castle in Scotland at the age of 96. A respected figure across the globe, Queen Elizabeth II acceded to the throne on February 6, 1952.
    In June this year, Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her Platinum Jubilee as a British monarch, marking 70 years of service to the people of the UK, the Realms and the Commonwealth.
    The former Prince of Wales, who is now king, succeeds his late mother as monarch. The late Queen laid out her hopes for the future when she marked her Platinum Jubilee.
    UAE leaders offered their condolences on the demise of the British monarch. Leaders from across the world also extended their condolences and paid their respects to the Queen.
    His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai offered his heartfelt condolences to the British royal family minutes after the news was shared by The Royal Family on Twitter.
    In his message, Sheikh Mohammed said, “We join the world in mourning the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, a global icon who represented the finest qualities of her nation and people. Her incredible life of service and duty to the United Kingdom is unparalleled in our modern world.”
    This article was originally published on Gulf Business and has been repurposed here with permission.
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    Celebrating the life of Queen Elizabeth II: 9 times she visited the GCC

    Lifestyle

    by Sarah Joseph
    3 hours ago

    VIEW GALLERY/ 9 IMAGES
    Queen Elizabeth II, the longest reigning monarch in the United Kingdom’s history, died aged 96 on September 8, 2022.
    Her Majesty died “peacefully” at Balmoral Castle in Scotland, according to Buckingham Palace.
    Her son, now to be known as King Charles III, will now ascend to the throne, making Prince William the new heir to the UK throne.
    This year, Queen Elizabeth became the first-ever British monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years on the throne.
    Throughout her seven decades on the throne, Her Majesty maintained a close relationship with the GCC countries, having visited the region on many occasions.
    To mark her incredible life, we look back on the decades of friendship with other GCC royals.
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    Queen under ‘medical supervision’, senior royals travel to be by her side

    Lifestyle

    by Sarah Joseph
    2 hours ago

    Queen Elizabeth II is currently under medical supervision at her home in Scotland.
    This comes just one day after she was advised to rest following the cancellation of a Privy Council meeting.
    Senior royal family members have travelled to be by her side including Prince Charles and his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall and Prince William.
    Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who are currently in the UK, have also cancelled a public appearance in London to be by Her Majesty’s side at Balmoral Castle.
    “Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are travelling to Balmoral Castle. They were supposed to be doing a charity event in London this evening,” Chris Ship, ITV’s royal editor, confirmed.

    NEW: Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are travelling to Balmoral Castle. They were supposed to be doing a charity event in London this evening.
    — Chris Ship (@chrisshipitv) September 8, 2022

    In a statement released by Buckingham Palace today, the Queen had undergone further evaluation by doctors who advised she needed to be under medical supervision.
    “Following further evaluation this morning, the Queen’s doctors are concerned for Her Majesty’s health and have recommended she remain under medical supervision,” the statement said. “The Queen remains comfortable and at Balmoral.”
    Following the news, Britain’s new Prime Minister, Liz Truss said, “The whole country will be deeply concerned by the news from Buckingham Palace this lunchtime.”

    The whole country will be deeply concerned by the news from Buckingham Palace this lunchtime.
    My thoughts – and the thoughts of people across our United Kingdom – are with Her Majesty The Queen and her family at this time.
    — Liz Truss (@trussliz) September 8, 2022

    Several other notable figures such as the House of Commons Speaker, Sir Lindsay Hoyle and Keir Starmer, the leader of the opposition Labour Party shared their messages of concern.
    The Queen sparked health concerns a few days ago after she met with the new Prime Minister at Balmoral Castle.

    In a photo released, the 96-year-old monarch was seen with bruised, purple hands.
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    Celebrating 70 years of Queen Elizabeth II: 8 times she has visited the GCC

    Lifestyle

    by Sarah Joseph
    1 minute ago

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    Queen Elizabeth II is the first-ever British monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years on the throne.
    The year of her Platinum Jubilee began on February 6, 2022, after the then Princess Elizabeth ascended to the throne following the death of her father, King George VI.
    As the UK prepares for a long weekend of celebration to mark the Platinum Jubilee, including the famous Trooping the Colour, we look back at the Queen’s long-standing relationship with the Middle East.
    After 70 years of dedicated service, Her Majesty has paid a visit to the GCC on several occasions.
    From widening the bond between the nations to appreciating decades of friendship with other GCC royals, it comes to show, that this monarch is certainly well-travelled.
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