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      Priyanka Chopra addresses claims she flouted London’s strict lockdown rules

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      As the UK is in the midst of its third strict lockdown, actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas has been accused of flouting the rules.
      Chopra Jonas was seen out in the central London suburb of Notting Hill at a hair salon last week. She attended an appointment with her mother, Madhu.

      Two police officers reportedly visited the establishment where they were told they needed to leave the premises.
      However, a spokesperson for the actress made a statement to clear up any accusations that she had allegedly flouted lockdown rules.

      “Following government guidance, Priyanka Chopra Jonas’s hair was coloured by Josh Wood for the purpose of the film she is currently shooting,” the spokesperson said, per a statement to The Mirror. “The salon was opened privately for the production and everyone involved had been tested.”

      In the statement, it was clarified that there was “exemption paperwork legally permitting” the actress to be at the salon. The paperwork was ” provided to the police, and they left satisfied”.
      “As I am sure you are aware, film and TV production is permitted to continue in the UK, and locations can continue to accommodate shoots and recces that are carried out in line with government guidelines.
      “The exemption paperwork legally permitting her to be there was provided to the police, and they left satisfied.”
      The Bollywood and Hollywood star has been residing in the UK with her husband Nick Jonas for the last few months while she has been filming he new film, romantic drama Text For You.
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      5 reasons why this luxury car is the perfect investment for 2021

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      IN PARTNERSHIP: Buying a car is often a tedious process which requires in-depth research, making it an important purchase. From features to aesthetics, each aspect should be carefully considered before making the choice.
      If you’re on the lookout for a state of the art intelligent drive with enhanced comfort setting, this new Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan is offers comfort with premium settings.

      With both emotion and intelligence, the latest launch has a range of exclusive features, which might make this the perfect purchase for you this year.
      The Keyless-Go

      As a reinterpretation of modern luxury, this symbol of opulence features a luxe button for maximum functionality with a contemporary feel. As an upgrade to the usual, this feature offers you with technology for an easy way to unlock, lock, start and stop your Mercedes-Benz without the hassle of digging out your keys from your purse of pocket.
      Steering wheel touch-sensitive controls

      With features similar to the swiping motions on the screen of a smartphone, the driver can control the functions of the entire infotainment system without removing their hands from the steering wheel for maximum safety while offering the DISTRONIC and cruise control, along with LINGUATRONIC voice control.
      A bespoke wellness set-up
      From a climate control system with fragrancing features to a heater, ventilation and massage for the seats, each environment is tailor-made according to the mood of the passengers for enhanced performance. By energizing comfort control, the ambience lighting offers a wealth of individual setting inclusive of 64 colours. With the vitality program being a key component, a visualised central display with colour graphics, backed by suitable music is available.
      An advanced multimedia system

      With a topographic map display inclusive of photo-realistic 3D buildings and 3D map rotations. There’s a wireless charging system included with central console suitable for large smartphones with a multifunction telephone, allowing for the best possible telephone connections and data transfer. Including the audio 20 multimedia system, featuring two USB ports, an SD card reader, bluetooth connections and a media interface, an additional sound system can also be offered as an option.
      State-of-the-art active safety

      Offering a higher standard of safety The new C-Class features the latest driving assistance systems, offering the driver cooperative support and an improved camera and radar systems allow it to see up to 500 m ahead. Inclusive of an extended Active Brake Assist as standard which can help to mitigate the consequences of rear-end collisions with slow-moving, stopping or stationary vehicles ahead, and even with crossing pedestrians and cyclists, or prevent them altogether.
      For more information visit the Mercedes Benz MENA website or call 800BENZ.
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      12 accounts to follow on Instagram to start the year on a positive note

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      January’s – ‘The Positivity Issue’ – Download Now
      A curated list of who to #follow this month.
      Myra Swimwear@Myraswim

      For the minimalist’s guide to chic simple swimwear, Myra Swim offers premium sustainable water wear.
      Hermès@hermes

      This Maison needs no explanation. Crafting superlative luxury since 1837.
      Barkha Beauty@Barkhabeauty

      With the perfect nude matte lipstick to a diverse range of lipstick shades, the brand offers cruelty and paraben-free products.
      Tata Harper Skincare@tataharperskincare

      Made with love from Vermont, this skincare brand follows the notion of beauty without compromise using nontoxic ingredients.
      Aveda Middle East@avededamiddleeast 

      This cult skincare brand is known for supporting eco-friendly practices through the science of pure flower and plant essences.
      Gym Clothing Company@gymclothingcompany

      GCC- based, this brand delivers stylish activewear for all gym-goers that does not compromise on quality.
      PALM@palmswimwear

      The Australian swimwear designer uses high-quality Italian fabrics and ethically sourced materials to take the finest approach in the fashion industry.
      The Cobbler@cobbler.ae

      Look after your leather goods or re-invent them in The Cobbler’s safe hands.
      Nara Desert Escape@naraescape

      This ultimate in luxury desert experiences. A bespoke escape for those who want to visit an exclusive campsite set in a backdrop of stunning sand dunes.
      Brows by Suman@browsbysuman

      The brow guru. If you haven’t tried this face-framing, game-changing technique, you’ll want to.
      Oséree@osreeswimwear

      Seriously sophisticated swimwear. The clever swimwear that adds a refreshing touch to poolside chic.
      Dr Sebagh@drsebagh

      Award-winning products created by an internationally renowned cosmetic doctor, Dr Jean-Louis Sebagh for advanced skin-care maintenance.
      January’s – ‘The Positivity Issue’ – Download Now
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      Inside the new luxe DIFC restaurant we all need to try ASAP

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      With the start of a new year, many new restaurants will be popping up in Dubai.
      Perhaps one of the most exciting launches for 2021 is the newest player on the block in the Dubai International Financial District. Say hello to Clap, a brand new Japanese restaurant embodying the bright lights of Tokyo, accompanied by a stunning menu.

      Signature dishes on Clap’s contemporary Japenese menu include the Salmon ‘Clap Cloud’, which is a salmon tartare with spicy miso and poppadum, yellowtail sashimi with tosazu dressing and wagyu beef and foie gras gyoza.

      There’s also a fully immersive dining experience on offer – the ‘Omakase’ menu, which is Japanese for  ‘I leave it up to you’.
      The setting is just as spectacular as the menu, with Clap now taking the title of DIFC’s largest rooftop restaurant and bar. The interiors of the restaurant feature 2,100 hanging above the restaurant’s reception and bar, which is balanced out with the natural woods and solid stone used for the seating, flooring and kitchen in the establishment.
      Clap was originally founded in Beirut and has now made its way to Dubai, being owned and managed by restaurant group Addmind.

      The group’s CEO Tony Habre has described the new restaurant as “magical”.
      “25 to 30 chefs will be cooking in front of you, the bar area is vast and there’s so much interaction happening between all of the staff and the guests dining,” he said. “People are always looking for outstanding food but I think now more than ever they’re also looking for an exceptional experience. Fun is the keyword here.”
      You’ll definitely need to watch this space, as we’ve been told brunches and lunches at Clap will soon be on their way.
      Get a glimpse inside Clap below.

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      5 reasons why this homegrown Dubai restaurant will be your new go-to

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      IN PARTNERSHIP: Beloved homegrown Dubai restaurant chain London Dairy Cafe recently launched its latest offering into the F&B space.
      Say hello to LDC Kitchen + Cafe, which recently opened its doors in One JLT. As the new player on the block, EW had curated five reasons why this new venue will be your new go-to.
      The new mantra

      It’s sometimes hard to find an establishment that caters to everyone including our furry friends. That’s where LDC Kitchen + Cafe comes into play. With its clear mantra of inclusivity, the venue welcomes everyone as it states, “Everyone has a seat at our table.”
      The new chef
      A new head of culinary for LDC has recently been appointed. Previously at Flamingo Room by tashas Dubai, Chef Omar Basiony is here to make this homegrown Dubai concept a power player in the F&B space.

      The new menu
      Chef Basiony has also created a new menu for LDC Kitchen + Cafe. With everything made in-house, restaurant-goers can look forward to hero dishes including veggie eggplant shakshuka, a slow-cooked French onion soup made with homemade stock, a delectable assortment of pancakes, Kung Fu chicken burger, tagliatelle ragù, pan-roasted salmon and steak frites and more. While the new menu is only currently available at the new JLT venue, it will soon be available at other LDC establishments around Dubai.
      The new venue
      Not only is the new space stylish and chic making it a great place to meet for a post-work dinner, it’s also a fabulous place to go to have a day of working away from the office. There’s also a pet-friendly terrace at the new venue, truly in-keeping with its inclusivity mantra.

      The location
      While there’s no shortage of LDC venues around Dubai, this new opening marks the brand’s first establishment in the JLT area. For those who work in the local area and in Dubai Marina, it’s the ideal place for lunch meetings, a post-work dinner with colleagues or even a pre-work breakfast.
      LDC One JLT is open daily from 7am to 12 midnight and until 1am during the weekends.
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      Dreaming of Greece? There’s flights available from the UAE for just Dhs1

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      As travelling seems to be on the radar again from many, one UAE airline has the most unbelievable deals available for flights to Greece.
      Abu Dhabi-based airline Wizz Air is currently offering passengers one-way tickets for Dhs1, which are available all on a first-come-first-serve basis.

      Exclusive tickets are available to both Athens and Thessaloniki in Greece in the fleet composed of four brand new airbuses which includes the Airbus A321neo aircraft, which had the lowest environmental footprint in the region.
      The offer is available for purchase from January 10 to 11, 2021.

      Discussing the sale, managing director for Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, Kees Van Schaick, explained the airline was “welcoming the New Year in style”.
      “As an ultra-low fare airline, we want to provide travellers with the opportunity to visit exciting destinations for super accessible prices,” he said. “We expect these tickets to sell out fast – looking forward to seeing you onboard soon!”

      The one-way price includes one carry-on bag (max 40x30x20cm) with an additional cost for check-in trolleys or luggage.
      Further destinations will be announced in the coming months from Abu Dhabi and will include some more exciting deals.
      With the introduction of sanitized travel measures, the health and safety standards are of utmost priority while these tickets are now available for purchase both today at tomorrow on wizzair.com along with the airline’s mobile application.
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      Kylie Jenner unfollowed all of her friends on Instagram over the weekend

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      It’s normal to have a cleanse at the start of a new year. Whether that be health, fitness, mind or material, it’s always good to start fresh.
      In Kylie Jenner’s case, it appears she’s gone through a bit of an Instagram cleanse.

      The makeup mogul was previously following nearly 150 accounts on Instagram, but is now only following 28. Jenner unfollowed the likes of Sofia Richie, her former assistant and friend Victoria Villarroel and other close friends.
      All of the remaining accounts she follows includes her family members, baby daddy Travis Scott and a series of Kylie Jenner fan accounts. One of the only remaining friends she follows is her best friend, Anastasia ‘Stassie’ Karanikolaou, whom Jenner has known for over 10 years. She’s also still following Justin Bieber and his wife Hailey Bieber.

      What prompted the unfollowing spree is unknown. Perhaps Jenner wanted to disguise certain people she wanted to unfollow, or she simply wanted to streamline who she was following altogether.
      Interestingly though, this unfollowing spree coincided with the Kardashian-Jenner clan’s last day of filming Keeping Up With the Kardashians.

      Jenner has starred on the show alongside her siblings and mother Kris Jenner since she was nine-years-old when the hit reality show launched 14 years ago in 2007.
      Kim Kardashian announced the news that the show would be coming to an end in September last year.
      “It is with heavy hearts that we’ve made the difficult decision as a family to say goodbye to Keeping Up With The Kardashians,” the 39-year-old said in a statement.
      “After what will be 14 years, 20 seasons, hundreds of episodes and numerous spin-off shows, we are beyond grateful to all of you who’ve watched us for all of these years – through the good times, the bad times, the happiness, the tears, and the many relationships and children. We’ll forever cherish the wonderful memories and countless people we’ve met along the way.”
      As to when the last season of KUTWK will air is yet to be confirmed.
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      Here’s where you can get the free Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in Dubai

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      Just before Christmas, it was announced that the COVID-19 Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine was approved to be administered in Dubai.
      With the administering of the jab now well underway, many government officials have received the vaccine including the Director-General of the Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO) Her Excellency Mona Al Marri, who received it last week.

      The Pfizer-BioNTech jab has been made free for Dubai residents with clinical trials proving 95 per cent effectiveness. With that, a list of seven centres in the emirate offering the vaccine for free have now been outlined by Dr Farida Al Khaja, CEO of clinical support services and the nursing sector at the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and chairperson of the COVID-19 vaccination steering committee.

      The Dubai Health Authority has now made it available at the following locations for Dubai residents:
      Al Safa primary health care centre
      Zabeel primary health care centre
      Al Mizhar primary health care centre
      Nad Al Hamr primary health
      Al Barsha primary health care centre
      Uptown Miriff medical fitness centre
      Hatta Hospital
      Who is eligible to have the vaccine?
      Recently, the DHA outlined exactly who is currently eligible to receive the vaccine.
      At present, senior citizens of all nationalities with a valid residence visa over 60 years are being prioritised to receive the Pfizer vaccine. Similarly, people with chronic diseases which include, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, liver and kidney diseases, hypertension, obesity and people with a BMI of 35 or more.
      People with disabilities, often known as ‘people of determination’ in the emirates; frontline workers in the public and private sector, including medical staff, non-medical hospital workers, emergency services and employees in sensitive and vital positions, such as government employees working to tackle the pandemic are also eligible.
      As per the scheduling for the vaccination, UAE residents can book an appointment through the DHA app or even the toll-free number 800-342 and visit dha.gov.ae for more information.
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