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      November’s ‘The Fine Jewellery Issue’ with Her Highness Sheikha Mozah Al Maktoum

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      November’s – ‘The Fine Jewellery Issue’ – Download Now
      Words & Creative Direction: Amy SessionsPhotography: Ziga MihelcicHair: Ania Poniatowska at MMG ArtistsProduction: Kelli MaddockFashion Assistant: Sarah Joseph
      Welcome to ‘The Fine Jewellery Issue’.

      We would like to thank Her Highness Sheikha Mozah Al Maktoum for the honour of allowing us to present her as our cover star for this prestigious edition. Shooting the cover at sunrise was not only the backdrop for an incredible shoot, but allowed us to share time with a high flyer in all senses and an incredibly intelligent, inspiring individual.
      With special thanks to a dream team for making this happen.

      In terms of beauty and attention to detail, this issue is outstanding. For our cover shoot, we partnered with Boucheron, a fine jewellery house known for timeless creations and an uncompromising attention to detail. In this issue, we interview Boucheron’s CEO Hélène Poulit-Duquesne to find out what’s next for the brand.

      We also have exclusive interviews with our cover star Her Highness Sheikha Mozah Al Maktoum and some of the most prominent fine jewellery houses including Fabergé, Piaget, Chopard, Van Cleef & Arpels, Tiffany & Co. and Harry Winston.
      We champion new and emerging brands as well as the heritage powerhouses in this issue with exclusive interviews from Repossi, Yeprem, Salama Khalfan, Dihn Van and Her Highness Sana Al Maktoum, to the new brand which has been flying under the radar – Lesora.
      We also speak to experts in the field from Founder and CEO of Threads and jewellery industry aficionado Amalia Keramitsis.
      In terms of beauty in this issue, we feature products that harness the power gold and diamonds, from facials to infusions and foil masks.
      In a year that has us rethinking what is of value, timelessness, craftsmanship and attention to detail serve as something worth investing in.
      November’s – ‘The Fine Jewellery Issue’ – Download Now
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      Kylie Jenner likened to to popular Lebanese singer in latest photo shoot

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      Kylie Jenner has been liked to Lebanese pop star Haifa Wehbe after releasing her latest Kylie Cosmetics collection.
      The makeup mogul unveiled her latest photo shoot as part of the campaign, which was unveiling her new leopard collection.

      However, it’s some of the makeup looks which are a part of the campaign which has set Arab Twitter alight, comparing her appearance to Wehbe.

      Kylie Jenner or Haifa Wehbe > pic.twitter.com/C8Hp7HQCTw
      — Márru (@asilentnox) October 28, 2020

      KYLIE JENNER TRYING TO MORPH INTO HAIFA WEHBE OUR LEBANESE QUEEN pic.twitter.com/bKL0MAikuJ
      — zuzu (@syriantwelver) October 29, 2020

      @KylieJenner first u wanna look like Kim. Now u wanna look like Haifa Wehbe💀💀 you look more Arab than us Arabs with ur makeup line😭😭
      — hannah mansour (@hannahrnmansour) October 30, 2020

      On a lighter note… Kylie Jenner’s recent photos have taken over Arab Twitter where they are being compared to Leb singer Haifa Wehbe and countless beauty commercials 🌝 https://t.co/N6zfSVlMg5
      — Jasmine Malla (@MallaJasmine) October 31, 2020

      Some others also said Jenner’s new campaign reminded them of  “Arab ad girls”.

      So for non-Arabic speakers basically Arab Twitter is having loads of fun with Kylie Jenner’s new look because it is a stereotypical Arabic/Gulfie makeup look and you see women looking like this on music videos and beauty salon ads 😆😆😆 https://t.co/JRcG0MyGBQ
      — Yousra Samir Imran (@UNDERYOURABAYA) October 30, 2020

      that pic of kylie jenner looking like an arab ad girl is too much for me
      — dess (@horsegrldess) October 29, 2020

      Whatever your thoughts are, it’s clear the 23-year-old managed to get Arab Twitter talking.
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      There are new beaches coming to Dubai

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      There will be some new beaches coming to Dubai soon.
      Under a new project approved by His Highness Sheikh Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, an extra 12km of beaches in Dubai are set to undergo development.

      Over the weekend, His Highness unveiled the plans on Twitter stating that one million square metres from Al Mamzar Beach to Umm Suqeim II will be developed. The project is set to cost Dhs500 million.
      In addition to the developments of the new beach areas, the Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary is set to undergo a Dhs100 million development project, which will see the wetlands in the sanctuary increase by 20 hectares. In addition, the green cover will be increased by planting mangrove trees in a 100-hectare area.

      .@HHShkMohd was also briefed on the AED100 million Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary development project. The project will increase wetlands in the sanctuary by 20 hectares & expand green cover by planting mangrove trees in a 100-hectare area. pic.twitter.com/FZ6q1pQhGl
      — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) October 31, 2020

      Speaking on the new projects, Sheikh Mohammed stated: “We have adopted global best practices and implemented innovative projects to preserve our environment and protect the health and safety of people in the UAE.”
      He also added that the nation is “committed to implementing innovative projects that optimize the use of resources and solve critical challenges as part of the country’s strategy to ensure environmental sustainability”.
      “A key element in the UAE’s development model, environmental sustainability is reflected in all initiatives and projects launched by government entities, independently or in partnership with the private sector. Sustainability is key to the UAE’s future readiness,” he said.
      “Providing a clean environment is at the heart of our efforts to advance the development & provide a high quality of life both now and in the future.”
      – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram
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      The ‘secret button’ that’s now available on the iPhone

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      Apple always likes to surprise us. Just recently they came out with not one, not two, not three, but four new iPhones under the iPhone 12 umbrella.
      So naturally, with the latest iOS update the tech giant would pull a few tricks out the bag. There is a “secret button” on the iPhone that will probably make your life easier.

      According to British newspaper The Sun, there’s actually a “secret button” available after you update your iPhone’s software that allows you to control your device in new genius ways.
      This new button is supposedly called the ‘back tap’ and it allows users to control their phones by clicking on the back of the device.

      The feature can be activated through the phone’s settings and used as follows: Double Tap or Triple Tap. Whatever option you choose, it gives you the same options, including the trick to take screenshots, raising and lowering the volume, magnifying, scrolling and more.
      This is what you need to do to turn on the feature: go to settings, then select General > Software Update on your iPhone. After your iPhone has been updated go to settings, scroll down and tap Accessibility and then click Touch.
      You’ll have the choice to turn on Double Tap or Triple Tap.
      Voila!
      – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram
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      Dubai is the wealthiest city in the Middle East, new data shows

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      While the global pandemic has affected the economy worldwide, new data has shown Dubai is the wealthiest city in the Middle Eastern region.

      According to a new report by New World Wealth, per the Khaleej Times, Dubai has come out on top in terms of wealth city-wise and the UAE is the wealthiest country in the Middle East.
      As of June 2020, per the report, the UAE has 82,763 high and ultra-high net worth individuals (UHNWIs) and they own over Dhs3 trillion ($825 billion) of wealth in the country.
      Amongst these 82,763 UHNWIs in the UAE, there are 12 billionaires; 214 millionaires who have a net worth of more than $100 million; 3,410 millionaires with a net worth of more than $10 million; and 79,100 millionaires with a net worth of more than $1 million.
      Meanwhile, Knight Frank’s 2020 Wealth Report also predicts the number of UHNWIs will increase by 24 per cent in the next five years and is expected to do so more than major hubs including the USA, Switzerland, Germany, France, Japan and more.
      As for cities in New World Wealth’s data, Dubai came on top for the wealthiest Middle Eastern city and is home to a total of nine billionaires; 2,310 millionaires worth over $10 million; and 49,400 millionaires worth over $1 million.
      Other wealthy cities which also ranked high from the Middle East include Tel Aviv, Istanbul, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh and more.
      – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram
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      The resilient spirit of regional women is championed by Nike in a new campaign

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      While COVID-19 might have had a disruption on our fitness goals this year, with physical activity being put on the back burner, sticking to a workout regime should be a must to keep you healthy.
      Encouraging you to reset your fitness goals and focus on your wellbeing, Nike has launched a new campaign – ‘You Can’t Stop Us’ – encouraging a 30-day calendar of movement.

      As part of the new campaign, the activewear brand has released a short film celebrating Middle Eastern women with a remarkable story, inspiring women across the region to go out and play.
      It features four remarkable women Zainab Al Eqabi, Sarra Lajnef, Maha Al Ameri and Manal Rostom who have paved their way in the world of sport despite the challenges.

      Emphasising the notion that women are unstoppable, the video portrays a powerful theme for women everywhere, regardless of age, skill-level, or your chosen sport, once you’re in the water, you are unstoppable.
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      The film features the revolutionary modest swimwear line launched by Nike late last year – the Nike Victory Swim Collection, a performance innovation providing a game-changing option for female athletes seeking full coverage and full range of motion in the water.
      Read: Nike’s latest Victory swimsuit collection is a win for modest fashion
      Discussing the new campaign, Manal Rostom, Nike running coach and triathlete explained there are “no limits” for what women can do, especially for those who choose to dress modestly.
      “Let there be no limits on what women can do with their bodies just because they choose to cover them,” she says. “Nike is one of the brands that has championed this inclusivity model and I am so proud to be sending this powerful message to females across the Middle East.”

      With the Dubai Fitness Challenge 2020 just having started, Nike’s ‘You Can’t Stop Us’ emphasises the brand’s 30-day calendar of movement, which is also in line with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 of making sport a daily habit.
      The campaign will also include a plethora of activities such as a virtual coaching hub through WhatsApp which provides Nike members with expert tips, live-streamed workout sessions led by Nike Master Trainers, a swimming clinic for women led by Olympic swimmer and triathlete Sarra Lanjef and a Nike training app with over 200 workouts.
      It’s time to get active!
      – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram
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      This emirate has now lifted the ban on weddings and gatherings

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      With this year being a challenging time for couples around the world, planning the big day has been an overwhelming task due to the novel coronavirus. While wedding season should be in full-swing by now, soon-to-be-married couples have questioned whether it’s possible to go ahead with their dream wedding this year.
      For those planning their upcoming nuptials in Ajman, there’s some good news. Couples who wish to tie the knot in the emirate with a larger public gathering can finally do so, after a months-long ban on social gatherings to curb the spread of the pandemic as per an announcement made by the emirate’s Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Team on Sunday.

      In a statement, Maj Gen Sheikh Sultan Al Nuaimi, the Commander-in-Chief of Ajman Police and Head of the Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Team said, “The ban was lifted to allow people to celebrate joyous events together.”
      Read: Sheikh Mohammed addresses 100 newlyweds in UAE’s first virtual mass wedding

      This comes after Dubai announced it would allow wedding receptions and social events to resume a couple of weeks ago.
      In a statement issued by Dubai Media Office on October 22, 2020, it was stated by the emirate’s Committee for Crisis and Disaster Management that guests must avoid shaking hands, kissing or hugging while maintaining a distance of at least 1.5 metres with a maximum capacity of 200 guests in large halls.
      In addition, guests should have their face masks on at all times with the exception of wearing them while being seated at a table of no more than five people.
      So if your big day is approaching soon, you can now start planning.
      – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram
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      Sheikh Mohammed pens poem about Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed

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      HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has penned a poem to HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces.
      Sharing the piece of writing publicly to his Twitter page, His Highness honoured the tenacity and courageousness of his fellow UAE leader, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed.

      Titling the poem The Lion, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid describes the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi as having a similar personality to a lion, as he was fiercely loyal, always commands respect and always wants to protect his loved ones.

      الأسد .. pic.twitter.com/5wPMwUiZNi
      — HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) November 1, 2020

      In the piece of writing, the Ruler of Dubai also shares his wishes for his fellow UAE leader to have a long, healthy and prosperous life.
      Sheikh Mohammed is known to be a fan of poetry having published a full book of poems just last year under the Motivate Media Group umbrella – the parent company of Emirates Woman.
      The book entitled For the Love of Horses collates High Highness’ various different poems about horses, something that Sheikh Mohammed is particularly passionate about.
      Ten years prior, His Highness published another book of poems in 2009 – 40 Poems from the Desert.
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