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    In pics: Grandfather Sheikh Mohammed dotes on Fazza’s twins Rashid & Shaikha

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    by Olivia Morris
    1 hour ago

    His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, has shared some adorable new photographs of his father doting on his grandchildren, twins Rashid bin Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum and Shaikha bint Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum.
    In the photos, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, is seen spending quality time with the little ones whilst they holiday in the UK as a family.
    The first photograph shows the Dubai Ruler with little Shaikha, helping her to walk. The second photo shared by Sheikh Hamdan shows Sheikh Mohammed with young Rashid, playing in the garden.

    Along with the photos, Sheikh Hamdan, who is affectionately known as Fazza, shared a poem Sheikh Mohammed penned about twins Rashid and Shaikha in Arabic.
    The Dubai Ruler himself shared the poem on his official Instagram page alongside a photograph previously shared by Sheikh Hamdan of the four enjoying quality time in the UK together.

    Summer in London
    Fazza has been enjoying a long holiday in London over the summer months.
    Just a couple of weeks ago, he was spending time in the UK’s capital and was seemingly able to go about his day being unrecognised.
    His Highness shared a selfie on Instagram with his friend Badr Ateej riding the crowded London Underground.
    “We’ve got a long way to go and Badr is already bored,” he said in the caption of the post.

    A few weeks prior, the Crown Prince of Dubai was recognised around central London as he was driving. In a video captured by Sheikh Hamdan’s friend Ahmad Jaber Al Harbi, the royal is seen interacting with two fans.
    Sheikh Hamdan was in his car driving in the city when he was stopped for some photos by the two individuals, who also happened to be Dubai residents.
    Not ever one to say no to a photo, Dubai’s Crown Prince enthusiastically posed with the fans, even helping them to get the right shot.
    At one point in the video, the male fan says “Sorry to bother you” but Fazza responded saying, “No, it’s okay”, also shaking his hand.

    His Highness is a regular visitor to the United Kingdom, as are many other members of the Dubai royal family.
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    Sheikh Hamdan meets famed Dubai delivery driver for the first time

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    by Olivia Morris
    37 seconds ago

    His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, has met the delivery driver he praised on social media for his selfless good deed.
    The Crown Prince of Dubai previously put out a call for his followers to help him find the individual in question, who was eventually identified as Abdul Ghafoor.
    His Highness has now met the Dubai delivery driver, sharing a photo of the pair together.
    “An honour to meet you Abdul Ghafoor, a true example to be followed,” His Highness said on Twitter.

    An honor to meet you Abdul Ghafoor, a true example to be followed. pic.twitter.com/eRQ0nuYAZF
    — Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) August 11, 2022

    Last week, His Highness shared a video, which was caught on camera by another onlooker, of Mr Ghafoor, a Talabat delivery driver, removing an obstruction of two concrete blocks from a busy intersection.
    Sheikh Hamdan referred to the individual’s good deed as “an act of goodness in Dubai to be praised” and called on his followers to help him find the man.

    An act of goodness in Dubai to be praised. Can someone point me to this man? pic.twitter.com/clEIWQQe3A
    — Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) July 31, 2022

    It wasn’t long before Mr Ghafoor in question was found, prompting Sheikh Hamdan to personally thank him on his social media channels, calling him “one of a kind”.
    It just goes to show a simple good deed always goes a long way.
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    Sheikha Mahra Al Maktoum shares throwback photos with father Sheikh Mohammed

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    by Team Emirates Woman
    2 mins ago

    Her Highness Sheikha Mahra bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has shared a series of throwback photos with her father, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
    Having followed in the footsteps of Sheikh Mohammed, sharing his love for horses, Sheikha Mahra is also a keen rider.
    Taking a trip down memory lane, the Dubai Ruler’s daughter shared a series of photos of when she took part in horse riding competitions.
    In the first few snaps, His Highness is seen visiting his daughter at her respective stables. One photo shared by Sheikha Mahra showcases her father’s famous white G-Wagon with the ‘1’ number plate, as he visits his daughter during a riding session.
    Her Highness also shared photos from a separate riding event, where it appeared she had won a medal, along with some team members, at a competition. In the pictures, Sheikh Mohammed stood proudly next to his daughter and the other team members.
    Take a look at the sweet throwback snaps below.

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    Video: Sheikh Hamdan praises Dubai delivery driver for good deed

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    by Team Emirates Woman
    1 hour ago

    His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, has praised a Dubai delivery driver for an act of good.
    Taking to Twitter over the weekend, His Highness shared a video, which was caught on camera by another onlooker, of the man removing an obstruction from a busy intersection.
    In the footage, the man, who is a Talabat delivery driver, is seen waiting until the lights turn red at the intersection to remove two concrete blocks causing a slight road obstruction to oncoming traffic.
    Sheikh Hamdan referred to the individual’s good deed as “an act of goodness in Dubai to be praised” and called on his followers to help him find the man.
    “An act of goodness in Dubai to be praised,” Sheikh Hamdan said of the individual’s good deed. “Can someone point me to this man?”

    An act of goodness in Dubai to be praised. Can someone point me to this man? pic.twitter.com/clEIWQQe3A
    — Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) July 31, 2022

    It wasn’t long before the man in question was found, prompting Sheikh Hamdan to personally thank him on his social media channels.
    “The good man has been found,” he said. “Thank you Abdul Ghafoor, you are one of a kind. We will meet soon!”

    The good man has been found. Thank you Abdul Ghafoor, you are one of a kind. We will meet soon! pic.twitter.com/ICtDmmfhyY
    — Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) July 31, 2022

    Sheikh Hamdan is currently away in the UK where he spends a lot of his time, but we have no doubt upon his return he will be thinking delivery driver Abdul in person.
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    In pics: Sheikh Hamdan’s one-year-old twins are now walking

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    by Team Emirates Woman
    1 minute ago

    Oh, how fast little ones grow up! His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s one-year-old twins are the perfect example of that.
    Known for giving his fans snippets into his life on Instagram, the Crown Prince of Dubai shared a couple of new photos on social media.
    Sheikh Hamdan, affectionately known as Fazza, is currently away in the UK and posted a few snaps from his recent outing with his horses in the countryside and Rashid also paid a visit with his doting dad.

    In the first photograph, the little one is seen with his dad petting one of the stallions at the stable. But it’s the second photo which shows just how grown-up Fazza’s son has gotten as he was seen holding his dad’s hand, walking alongside him in the fields.
    ALSO READ: 7 times Sheikh Hamdan was the ultimate doting father to twins Rashid & Shaikha
    Sheikh Hamdan simply captioned the post with a blue heart and a horse emoji, suggesting it was just 14-month-old Rashid was with him at the stables. However, we’re sure if baby Shaikha is anything like her brother, she’ll also be walking too.
    Turning one
    The baby twins celebrated their first birthday back in May.
    To mark their first birthday, the Fazza shared a heartwarming photo in celebration of the special day.
    With a beaming smile on his face, Sheikh Hamdan is seen cradling the twins when they were newborns and he became a dad for the first time.

    “Feels like yesterday this picture was taken,” he captioned the post. “It’s been one year today. Happy birthday Rashid & Shaikha… and to all the children of the world.”
    The Crown Prince of Dubai appears to have taken to fatherhood seamlessly and has shared a few special moments with his 14.2 million Instagram followers over the past year.
    Most notably, the doting dad is ensuring he is passing down one of his number one passions in life to his two children – horses – which is evident on his recent outing in the UK.
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    Watch: Sheikh Mohammed praised for being a ‘humble leader’ in viral TikTok video

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    by Team Emirates Woman
    1 minute ago

    His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, is known for being very much in touch with the people of the UAE and a new viral video has proven exactly why.
    In a video posted to social media platform TikTok, footage was captured of the Dubai Ruler on a recent outing in Motor City. His Highness, in the company of a few others, is seen walking towards his car, which is emblazoned with the well-known number one number plate, opening the door and getting in.
    While the action in itself is very simple, it speaks volumes, as many users noted in the comments of the video, which has now been viewed over one million times.

    @rajanoman888 #king👑of dubai #shaikh zayed in moter city✌️💫💫@DXB 🇦🇪 life ♬ Habibi (Albanian Remix) – Ricky Rich & Dardan

    Sheikh Mohammed has been lauded as a “humble”  and “great” leader by viewers.
    “Because people love him, he doesn’t need much security,” one user commented.
    “You see the [difference] no 50 security members and cameras everywhere [because] he made sure the country is a safe place for everyone,” another said.
    Another also added, “What a great leader, which is [a] lesson to [the] world.”
    The safest place in the world
    The safety of UAE citizens and residents has continually been reflected in the leadership of the country.
    Last year in November in an official report by Gallup, it was found the UAE is the safest place to walk alone, with 95 per cent of the country’s residents feel safe, especially when walking alone at night.
    Sheikh Mohammed himself shared his pride in the ranking, noting how safe the UAE was for women and how they can walk home, be it day or night, “without fear”.
    “Security is a blessing and safety is tranquillity,” he said. “If a woman wanders alone at any hour of the day or night without fear, she knows that she is in the Emirates.”
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    In pics: HH Sheikha Shamma Al Nahyan graduates from Cambridge University

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    by Olivia Morris
    1 minute ago

    Her Highness Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan has graduated from one of the world’s top universities, Cambridge University in the UK.
    The granddaughter of the late UAE President, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, shared the exciting news on Instagram, revealing she had graduated with a Master’s in Philosophy in Modern Middle Eastern Studies.
    “Words can’t describe how honoured I am to have graduated yesterday from Cambridge University with an MPhil in Modern Middle Eastern Studies,” she said, also sharing her gratitude for her professors and lecturers at the university.
    “Our many discussions have been such an important part of deepening my understanding and appreciation for the region I’ve grown up in,” she added.
    Sheikha Shamma also shred photographs of herself at the graduation ceremony.

    Her Highness was pictured in her traditional graduation robes as she chatted with one of her lecturers at Cambridge University, while another photo showcased the young sheikha walking around the town of Cambridge.
    Making history
    It’s been an exciting couple of months for the UAE royal.
    Prior to graduating with her Master’s of Philosophy, Her Highness was appointed into a global and prestigious position, becoming the first GCC woman to hold such a role.
    Per the Abu Dhabi Media Office, Her Highness was appointed as one of the Atlantic Council’s Global Energy Center women leaders in the Energy and Climate Fellowship Program.
    The group will be invited as core participants to the Atlantic Council’s Global Energy Forum in January 2023 held in Abu Dhabi.
    “The selection of Her Highness Sheikha Shamma Al Nahyan as one of the women leaders in the Energy and Climate Fellowship Program, and her hosting of the Atlantic Council Global Forum, reflect Abu Dhabi’s commitment to achieving its 2030 environmental vision,” the Abu Dhabi Media Office stated.
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    This video proves Sheikh Hamdan is the most down-to-earth crown prince

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    by Team Emirates Woman
    15 minutes ago

    His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has just shown he is a truly down-to-earth royal.
    The Crown Prince of Dubai is currently in London, where he regularly spends time, and was stopped by two Dubai residents in the UK’s capital.
    In a video captured by Sheikh Hamdan’s friend Ahmad Jaber Al Harbi, the royal is seen interacting with the two fans.
    Sheikh Hamdan, affectionately known as Fazza, was in his car driving in the city when he was stopped for some photos by the two individuals.

    Not ever one to say no to a photo, Dubai’s Crown Prince enthusiastically posed with the fans, even helping them to get the right shot.
    At one point in the video, the male fan says “Sorry to bother you” but Fazza responded saying, “No, it’s okay”, also shaking his hand.
    The video has gone somewhat viral on Instagram, having garnered nearly 300,000 views in 24 hours and nearly 20,000 likes.
    Regular visitor
    His Highness is a regular visitor to the United Kingdom, as are many other members of the Dubai royal family.
    Most recently, Sheikh Hamdan was photographed at Royal Ascot in June where the Crown Prince of Dubai was seen in the company of British royals, Charles, Prince of Wales and his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall.

    It was a day of celebration for the royal as Godolphin – the Dubai royal family’s private Thoroughbred horseracing stable – was victorious at the St James’s Palace Stakes Group 1 flat horse race. Godolphin’s horse Coroebus, ridden by jockey William Buick, came first in the race.
    With a known passion for horses, His Highness is ensuring he passes his passion down to his children, twins Rashid and Sheikha. Last year, on another trip to the UK, the doting father took the twins to Godolphin stables, located in the English countryside, to visit the stallions.
    The Crown Prince of Dubai shared two photos of himself holding baby Rashid, who was dressed in blue, and with horse Adayar.

    “Training and education should start early on,” Sheikh Hamdan captioned the post.
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