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      Meet the female Emirati sporting pioneers of the UAE

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      by Team Emirates Woman
      2 hours ago

      Meet Sara Al Shamsi and Maha Al Balooshi – the new stars of Al Ain Womenʼs FC First Team. Leading the line for the womenʼs game in the UAE, both players recently came together for a photo shoot to launch this seasonʼs official new Nike kit. Stars on and off the pitch, the pair are planning on kicking off the season in style.
      The women’s team has been a key supporter of women’s sports in the UAE following its launch in 2019, creating the Al Ain Sports Girls Training Centres with delegates from the UAE Football Association and the Womenʼs Football Committee. This year the team was also on hand to lend support to the UAE’s silver medal-winning team in the Special Olympics in Michigan.
      Inspiring generations of football stars to come, Al Balooshi and Al Shamsi share with Emirates Woman how they got into the sport, their inspirations and their dreams for the future.
      Maha Al Balooshi

      What position do you play?
      Goalkeeper.
      What is your playing record?
      I have participated in several friendly matches with the national team and official tournaments, including West Asia and friendly matches against the Maldives, Syria, Seychelles, India, Bahrain, Iraq and many other countries.
      Can you outline your main accomplishments throughout your career so far?

      With the UAE national team, we won gold and silver in the Abu Dhabi World Games 2019 which was a real highlight
      I was also named best goalkeeper in Al Ain Championship with first place in 2020 season.
      In 2022, we won the silver in the Special Olympics in the Detroit World Cup.

      Where did you train?
      I started my career at the Abu Dhabi club, where I was called up for the UAE under-19 team and it was the beginning of my establishment as a national goalkeeper.
      Who are your main inspirations?
      Houria Al-Tahri is the force in the world of football and has been one of the main factors in building women’s football in the UAE, which it seeks to develop day after day. She has also been one of the biggest supporters in my sports career.
      What are your goals for this season?
      It will be an exciting season for me, and I will strive to show my best level to protect my net and defend the Al Ain logo.
      What are your hopes for the future of football in the UAE?
      The dream of my life is to see women’s football developed in the Gulf, especially in the UAE, and for all professional clubs to open a women’s team to develop women’s football in the UAE.
      Sara Al Shamsi

      What position do you play?
      Central Defender.
      What is your playing record?
      I’ve played in a few friendly tournaments organised by Al Ain FC but our first official season was the real start and we achieved second place that year.
      I’ve also played in the Al Ain Club Championship with the participation of teams from Gulf countries such as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Bahrain, and we won first place in it. I am also a player in the UAE national team.
      Can you outline your main accomplishments throughout your career so far?
      Collective prizes with the team when we get the first places in the tournaments, being central defender position it is difficult to obtain individual prizes, usually those who receive individual prizes are either attacking (scorer) or goalkeeper. I participated in Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak’s championship in jiu-jitsu and I won the gold medal in the first tournament. The training took about two months and I was very proud of that achievement. After that, I decided to focus more on team sports like basketball, volleyball, and football, and I also participated in handball tournaments.
      Where did you train?
      I’ve always been sporty, running daily while at school. As I grew older, I started getting very interested in football and basketball, and I continued this passion to the university level, and after graduating from university, I joined Al Ain Club.
      Who are your main inspirations?
      In terms of women, Alexa Botías is a Spanish midfielder in the Barcelona team and is considered the best football player in the world. I love learning skills from her, and I always watch her matches. I really hope in the future to reach her level and more.
      What are your goals for this season?
      Getting first place in the upcoming tournaments, according to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan when he said, “The second is the same as the last.” What my team and I aspire to is that we will not be in second place again and we will not accept it.
      The new Al Ain FC 2022/23 home and away kits are available from the following locations:
      Al Ain Fan Store – Online Shop: shop.alainclub.ae; Nike Store – Al Ain Mall: alainmall.net/shop-listing/nike/; and Nike Store – Dubai Mall: thedubaimall.com/en/shop/nike-town. 
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      18 outdoor terraces to dine alfresco in Dubai

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      by Sarah Joseph
      14 mins ago

      It’s the season to be outdoors again.
      As the weather cools down, alfresco Dubai dining is firmly back on our radars.
      From beach clubs to sky-high restaurants, each venue ensures scintillating views of Dubai’s skyline accompanied by a delectable menu crafted to perfection.
      For your next outdoor outing, Emirates Woman has created a luxe guide on where to book ASAP.

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      One of the world’s most exclusive dining experiences makes a return to Dubai

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      by Sarah Joseph
      4 hours ago

      Part dinner, part theatre, it’s time to let technology do the talking at this exclusive dining experience.
      Dubai is home to a plethora of haute cuisine options, but it takes a lot for some to truly stand out – and it’s safe to say Sublimotion at the five-star Mandarin Oriental Jumeira Hotel is most definitely one of them.
      After a memorable season of experiential dining, Ibiza’s most popular dining pop-up makes a return this November.
      Curated by an expert team of chefs, designers, directors, technicians and musicians, each guest is in for a surprise.

      When it comes to eating with your eyes, this concept promises an experience like no other with its multi-sensory journey. This theatrical concept is the brainchild of Paco Ronceró, chef and owner of two-Michelin-starred Paco Roncero Restaurante in Madrid, and creative director Eduardo Gonzales of Vega Factory.
      With 360-degree projections and a ten-course dinner, this concept is designed to heighten the senses and bring innovative elements to your plate throughout the meal. Known for their cutting-edge molecular techniques and show-stopping performances, guests can get ready to expect the unexpected.

      To invigorate all your senses, technology and gastronomy work together seamlessly from the minute you take your first bite. By paving the way for culinary art, the custom space can seat 12 diners who can fully immerse into a visual stimulation of themes and get insights into the food’s origins.
      This one-of-kind experience starts at Dhs3,500 per seat inclusive of soft drinks and mocktails and the unlimited beverages package is priced at Dhs5,000.
      All set to take place again from November 1, 2022, to May 1, 2023, the experience takes place from 6:30pm to 9pm and to make a booking visit mandarinoriental.com
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      How much does it cost to advertise on the world’s tallest building?

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      by Sarah Joseph
      1 hour ago

      If you want an advertisement on one of the most-loved landmarks in Dubai it comes at a cost.
      From baby shower announcements to brand advertisements, the world’s tallest tower has seen it all. Whether it’s a new collection launch or a message to shed light on any important cause, the Burj Khalifa acts as any XL advertising platform.

      Per Arabian Business, movie teasers or a message on the face of the Burj Khalifa start from a cool Dhs250,000 and that will only get you three minutes’ air time.
      For an extended two three-minute impression between 8pm and 10pm, the price is increased to Dhs500,000 and for five three-minute impressions any night between 7pm until midnight, the price is Dhs1 million.
      To add life to any display, music and sound can also complement the advertisement for an immersive experience, making it memorable for the audience to witness.
      Recently, a three-minute advertisement with the Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan was also on display, after an announcement about him being part of the Burjeel Holdings family was made.

      Happy to join the @BurjeelHoldings family as their compassion drives world-class healthcare in the UAE. @drshamsheervp #BurjeelHoldings pic.twitter.com/kPhfGLtnQt
      — Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) September 30, 2022

      However, knowing the prices is only the first step of the process. An initial request with MullenLowe must be made before getting final approval from the owner of Burj Khalifa, Emaar.
      After approval, a detailed creative concept is finalized four weeks prior to the advertisement with upfront payment before it goes live.
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      Dubai spotlighted on ‘World’s 50 Best’ list

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      by Olivia Morris
      26 mins ago

      In the world of food and beverage, Dubai is making waves on a global scale.
      From cool speakeasies to fine dining havens to hidden gems, the emirate has certainly become a hub for hotspots in recent years.
      While those who are from or live in the emirate will know the diverse food and beverage offerings, it may be unknown to many on a global scale. However, during this year’s World’s 50 Best Bar list, it’s safe to say Dubai was put on the map.
      Three popular bars in the emirate were spotlighted on the 50 best list, whilst another narrowly missed the cut ranking in the top 100.
      Taking the top spot for Dubai was Zuma – ranking globally at number 38 – a spot which has been renowned in Dubai for over 12 years and arguably largely shaped the F&B space to what we know it as today.

      It was noted by World’s 50 Best that while Zuma has 20 venues the globe over, it’s the “Dubai spot of this modern Japanese izakaya that has become renowned for its cocktails and service”.
      Meanwhile, a few spots down on the list at number 45 ranked Galaxy Bar, a popular secret spot in the heart of DIFC just off to the left of popular fine-dining restaurant Avli by tashsas.
      It was highlighted that the bar is known for its “classical Greek architecture, with blue hues and a stunning marble bar” and was a spot that “feels sultry and intimate”.

      Both bars ranked on the list last year, but this year saw a new Dubai venue added to the list.
      Ranking at number 50 was the Bulgari Bar, located at the Bulgari Hotel, which was noted for the “glamorous space boasts views of the marina, custom-designed chandeliers hung in the shape of the Bulgari logo and black Portoro marble”.

      Narrowly missing out on the top 50 was popular Japanese restaurant and bar Mimi Kakushi. The venue, located at the Four Seasons Jumeirah, placed at number 58 on the World’s 50 Best extended list.

      Over the past 12 months, there has been a huge spotlight on the UAE and its culinary offerings with MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants launching in Abu Dhabi last year and the Michelin Guide launching in Dubai earlier this year.
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      10 times Sheikh Hamdan was the ultimate doting dad to twins Rashid & Shaikha

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      by Sarah Joseph
      1 hour ago

      Since welcoming twins Rashid and Shaikha in May 2021, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, has truly become the ultimate doting dad.
      Throughout this time, His Highness, affectionately known by his nickname Fazza, has shared tidbits of the growing twins on social media, sharing some adorable doting father moments with his 14 million followers on Instagram.
      As the twins celebrated their first birthday this year, we look back on some of the special moments Fazza has shared with his growing little ones.

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      Dubai seeking to add 20km to metro lines, adding 11 stations

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      by Olivia Morris
      4 hours ago

      A little over a decade after first opening, the emirate of Dubai appears to be seeking to significantly extend its metro network.
      According to The National, a project notice has been issued by the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to contractors about widening the metro – which first launched in 2009 – network area in the emirate.
      Entitled ‘Project in Dubai for Dubai Metro Green Line Extension’, the proposed extension of the city’s green line would add more than 20km more track to the metro and would include 11 new stations, terminating the line at Academic City.
      Meanwhile, the metro’s red line also seems to have plans for an extension by 3.5km for the line to finish at Mirdif City Centre.
      With the updates of new visas and Dubai positioning itself as a global business hub, it’s a move that would greatly help residents and tourists alike.
      The current population of Dubai is estimated to be around 3.5 million, but is expected to nearly double in less than 20 years’ time.
      The city estimated earlier this week the population of Dubai will reach 5.8 million by 2040.
      Given the rising popularity of Dubai for business and tourism, a metro extension would be more than welcome by citizens, residents and visitors.
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      Here’s where you can get free breast cancer screenings in the UAE in 2022

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      by Sarah Joseph
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      Early detection of breast cancer can save lives and ensure a 93 per cent or higher survival rate in the first five years, per the USA’s National Breast Cancer Foundation.
      To mark breast cancer awareness this month, the UAE’s Pink Caravan mobile clinics along with its Minivan Clinic which is offering initiatives for women to get tested in both Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah.
      Organised by Sharjah-based Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP) and its partners, free screenings are being offered to women in order to help with the early detection of breast cancer.

      Here’s where you can go for a complimentary breast cancer screening session during the month of October:

      University of Sharjah – October 4, 9am to 3pm
      Emirates Identity Authority – October 5, 9am to 3pm
      Sharjah Ladies Club – October 7, 4pm to 10pm
      Mirdif City Centre, October 8, 4pm to 10pm
      Yas Mall, October 8, Abu Dhabi, 4pm to 10pm
      La Mer, October 15, 4pm to 10pm
      Dubai Frame, October 16, 4pm to 10pm
      Mamzar Park, October 16, 4pm to 10pm
      Umm Al Emarat Park, Abu Dhabi, October 18, 4pm to 10pm
      University of Sharjah, October 19, 9am to 3pm
      Raw Coffee in Dubai, October 23, 10am to 4pm
      Al Majaz Waterfront, October 27, 4pm to 10pm
      Museum of the Future, October 28, 4pm to 10pm
      Mega Mall in Sharjah, October 29, 4pm to 10pm
      Dubai Digital Park, October 30, 4pm to 19pm

      With free checkups across multiple locations, women across the UAE can prioritise their health this month and beyond.
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