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    Emirati Women’s Day 2023: Nayla Al Baloushi, first Emirati woman to climb Mt. Everest

    Life

    by Ruman Baig
    2 hours ago

    Today, the UAE marks the eighth annual Emirati Women’s Day.
    As an occasion to empower Emirati women, the day was launched by Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak Al Ketbi, the wife of the late Sheikh Zayed and Mother of the Nation, in 2015.
    The theme for this year’s Emirati Women’s Day is “We collaborate for Tomorrow”, aligning with the values of the country and with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed AL Nahyan’s declaration of 2023 as the ‘Year of Sustainability.’
    To delve further, we spoke to inspiring women. The second in the series is Nayla Al Baloushi, the first Emirati Woman to summit Mt. Everest and her friend Shaima Ahmed, who is a content creator by profession.
    She accomplished the triumphant ascent to the summit of the towering 8,849-meter peak on May 14, 2022. Undeterred by the harsh elements and temperatures plummeting to a bone-chilling  degrees, this determined adventurer pressed on.
    This Emirati mountaineer’s journey so far is a testament to the spirit and resilience of women in this country. Speaking of her trajectory so far, Nayla duly credits the support she received from the UAE when she decided to take on this ambitious challenge.
    “When I summitted the Mount Everest, I receieved tremendous support from the UAE. I felt this was not just my acheievement, as everyone celebrated my win as their own.”
    As a true advocate for women’s empowerment, Nayla hopes to inspire women from this region and around the world to follow their passions in life.
    Watch the full interview in the video below.
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    7 dreamy full-length mirrors for the most aesthetic OOTD pictures

    Life

    by Ruman Baig
    3 hours ago

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    Aesthetic full-length mirrors are pivotal for your OOTD pictures because they allow you to capture your entire outfit in one shot, providing a better perspective and showcasing your style more effectively.
    The aesthetic appeal of the mirror’s design does not just enhance the overall look of the photo, it also elevates the charm of the room it’s placed in.
    Having a well-designed full-length mirror has now become a lethal part of all the content creator’s production arsenal. Whether you’re taking a simple picture or using it in the backdrop of your GRWM video, it adds a sense of sophistication with a glimpse of your personalised space.
    You can always jazz it up with complementary rugs, vases, tables and coffee table books to create the perfect nook. Whether you’re looking to up your Instagram game or just simply in the mood to spruce up a spot in your house with a statement piece, these mirrors will make for a perfect addition.
    From curved arches and rimless to backlit and abstract shapes, the options are endless. To make it a little more hassle-free, Emirates Woman has curated a guide of aesthetically pleasing full-length mirrors you can now buy. Scroll above and view the gallery to make your pick.
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    This content creator proves how safe it really is to live in Dubai

    Lifestyle

    by Sarah Joseph
    2 hours ago

    It’s widely known by citizens and residents just how safe the UAE is, but now one Dubai resident has actually put it to the test.
    A popular content creator from Turkmenistan, Baymammet Sarybekov, wanted to see how safe the emirate was for himself through an experiment.
    Visiting popular and busy spots around the emirate, Sarybekov recently shared two separate videos showing him living his valuables behind, only to return over 10 minutes later to find them just where he had left them.
    In one video, he left his phone plugged in to charge unattended, which was left just as it was when he returned to the same spot.
    In other footage, Sarybekov left his phone and wallet unattended in a busy food court to secure a table. While he waited for his food order, the phone and wallet were left unattended for over 10 minutes.

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    While in many places around the world items would be immediately taken if left unattended, his phone and wallet remained untouched in this bustling public setting, showcasing the UAE’s overall safety.
    Having lived in Dubai for four years after living in different parts of the world, he expressed his gratitude to the nation’s leaders.
    His ‘only in Dubai’ theory certainly passed the test with flying colours.
    Safe for solo female travellers
    The UAE has continually ranked as a safe haven not only for citizens and residents, but for all those visiting too.
    Back in February, Dubai ranked as one of the top cities for the safety of female solo travellers. Per a survey conducted by the travel insurance website InsureMyTrip, Dubai ranked third on the list.
    The study stated, “Overall, Dubai has a very low crime rate and is considered a safe place to travel as a woman, with the majority of public transport in Dubai offering a ‘women’s only section’.”
    Top places to walk alone
    Late last year, it was also found the UAE was one of the safest places for people to walk alone at night.
    Per Gallup’s 2021 Global Law and Order report, it was found that 95 per cent of the country’s residents feel safe, especially when walking alone at night.
    His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, shared his pride over this declaration. He noted how safe the UAE was for women and how they could walk home, day or night, “without fear”.
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