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      Passengers flying with Etihad now have a COVID-19 test included in their ticket

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      Abu Dhabi-based airline Etihad Airways is now including a COVID-19 test in the price of tickets for those departing from the UAE capital.
      Up until the end of the year, Etihad customers departing from Abu Dhabi International Airport will be entitled to a COVID-19 polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test at Life Medical Diagnostic Centres around the UAE as part of the cost of their ticket.

      However, this does not include those flying to China.
      Discussing the new launch, Dr Nadia Bastaki, the Vice President of Medical Services for the airline said: “We are confident this partnership will provide Etihad, and most importantly our guests, with Life Dx’s superior testing technologies so they can travel from the capital with greater peace of mind.”

      She also added it’s a “further step” to help passengers feel “secure and protected” when travelling with the airline.

      Abu Dhabi borders open to tourists
      This comes after it was announced Abu Dhabi’s borders are now open to tourists.
      The reopening of the borders to international travellers is to “support recovery plans of the country’s tourism sector and economy”, the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) said.
      However, unlike neighbouring emirate Dubai, those arriving into Abu Dhabi those who are arriving from an international destination – whether they are tourists or residents – must quarantine in their homes or a hotel room for 14 days even if they test negative for COVID-19.
      Etihad Airways will include a Covid-19 test in the price of tickets for UAE customers departing from Abu Dhabi until the end of the year.
      The national airline will offer all passengers flying out of the UAE capital the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test at Life Medical Diagnostic Centres around the country as part of their airfare.
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      Disney+ casts it’s Muslim superhero for a new series Ms Marvel

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      Last year Disney held an event announcing the upcoming series for the streaming platform including a live action series Ms Marvel – the first Muslim superhero in Marvel’s comics and cinematic universe.

      Not much was known about the series apart from it was going to be led by British-Pakistani screenwriter, comedian and feminist Bisha Ali, but now Marvel has finally found it’s leading lady.

      Iman Vellani has been chosen to portray Ms Marvel, a Pakistani-American teenager, with the ability to change her size and shape. In the comics, Kamala is a teenager who admires fellow super-heroine Captain Marvel, so maybe we could expect a Brie Larson cameo.
      The character was created by writer G. Willow Wilson who is also a Muslim woman and was born in America. Ms Marvel aims to reflect the life of a Muslim girl in America while also contributing to Marvel’s initiative for wider representation. In the past few years, the studio released Black Panther led by an African-American cast and Captain Marvel, their first female superhero to get her own film.
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      She’s a supermodel and a mum, now Gigi Hadid has added another role to her CV

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      She’s a supermodel, she’s a new mum, she’s a fashion icon – is there anything Gigi Hadid can’t do? Apparently not.
      The 25-year-old has now added a new role to her CV  – voice actor.

      On Wednesday evening, Gigi revealed her new cameo on the iconic cartoon Scooby Doo & Guess Who.
      Sharing a teaser, the model revealed she would be playing the role of herself, becoming a part of the Mystery Inc. crew.

      “IT’S ME & THE MYSTERY GANG !!!!!!?!!!!” she excitedly said on Instagram. “Tune in to ‘Scooby Doo & Guess Who?’ TOMORROW.”
      The cartoon version of Gigi is seen in a pink crop top and skinny jeans – something we can definitely see her wearing in real life.
      This exciting announcement follows the even more exciting revelation that Gigi and boyfriend Zayn Malik have welcomed their newborn daughter.
      The couple announced their baby girl’s arrival last week – five days after Gigi reportedly gave birth.

      “Our girl joined us earth-side this weekend and she’s already changed our world,” Gigi said announcing the birth of her daughter with a sweet photo. “So in love.”
      The couple are yet to reveal the name of the newborn.
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      This emirate is the third top city break destination in the world

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      Well, according to Pinterest anyways.
      Making travel plans is not as easy as it used to be but it hasn’t stopped avid Pinners from visually planning their dream getaway, and the Middle East has proven to be a popular choice with Dubai taking the third spot as the most pinned city break in the world.

      The researchers looked at the boards of users which mentioned ‘holiday’ or ‘vacation’ and out of over 500 global cities, our vibrant home made it into the top five beating the likes of Rome and Barcelona. The UK capital London comes out on top as the most Pinned city in the world, followed by Paris.

      Dubai is an overall winner for the Middle East on Pinterest with around 1,911 travel boards dedicated to the city. The main that users seem to love are the Dubai Fountains, Burj Khalifa, the Burj Al Arab and Dubai’s Miracle Garden.
      There are also plenty of pins for ideas for budget-friendly things to do in the city, such as a visit to the Jumeirah Mosque, the Butterfly Garden and getting street food at Boxpark at Al Wasl Road.
      The capital Abu Dhabi was chosen as the fourth most popular city break in the region with users eager to visit Yas Water World and Ferrari World as well as historical and outdoor sits including the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Activities like kayaking day trip amongst the mangroves on the city outskirts and exploring Abu Dhabi Corniche Road have been also added the visual wish list.

      The research was conducted by popular hotel chain Premier Inn and here are the top 8 popular city breaks in the Middle East that Pinterest users can’t wait to visit.
      Dubai with 1,911 Pinterest city break boards
      Cairo with 795 Pinterest city break boards
      Istanbul with 330 Pinterest city break boards
      Abu Dhabi with 156 Pinterest city break boards
      Tel Aviv with 65 Pinterest city break boards
      Amman with 31 Pinterest city break boards
      Muscat with 26 Pinterest city break boards
      Doha with Pinterest city break boards
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      October’s – ‘The Bravery Issue’ with Khulood Thani

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      October’s – ‘The Bravery Issue’ – Download Now
      Words & Creative Direction: Amy SessionsPhotography: Greg AdamskiHair & Makeup: Melanie MeyerProduction: Kelli MaddockFashion Assistant: Camille Macawili
      Welcome to ‘The Bravery Issue’.

      In this issue, we celebrate bravery in all its forms, from taking a leap of faith to daring to be different and striking out on your own.
      For our cover shoot we partnered with Fendi, a brand known for breaking the mould and carving out its own design direction, just like our cover star Khulood Thani.

      In this issue we also speak to Sheikha Amal Al Maktoum who teaches us what it takes to take a leap of faith and launch your own brand and entrepreneur Ghizlan Guenez demonstrates the bravery of starting again and Captain Salma Al Baloushi, the first Emirati female to rise to First Officer’s rank at Etihad, speaks to us about what it takes to become a woman of firsts in.

      We also have exclusive interviews with Elizabeth von der Goltz – Global Buying Director at NET-A-PORTER, Holli Rogers – CEO Browns Fashion & Chief Brand Officer at Farfetch and Kate Blythe-Pearson Chief Marketing Officer at Mecca, all incredible women demonstrating bravery to follow their gut in both business and life.
      ‘Sharp Solution’ and ‘Brave Beauty’ take a look at a more extreme approach to your usual beauty routine while LIYA and Marei1998 deliver daring new design aesthetics worth investing in for FW20. In ‘The Brave’ we spoke to some of the most incredible women we know to ask what bravery means to them.
      For many, the bravery to start, to try and to dare, even if this leads to failure is still an achievement that should be championed.
      “If he fails, at least fails while daring greatly.” – Theodore Roosevelt.
      October’s – ‘The Bravery Issue’ – Download Now
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      Dubai pays tribute to the late Emir of Kuwait by lighting up the Burj Khalifa

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      One day after his passing, Dubai has paid tribute to the late Emir of Kuwait.
      On Wednesday night, the Burj Khalifa lit up with a large image of Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah as a tribute to His Highness after he sadly passed away at the age of 91.

      In a statement on the official Burj Khalifa Instagam page, condolences were shared.
      “We extend our deepest condolences to the nation of Kuwait and its people on the passing of His Highness the Emir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber,” the post said.

      Yesterday, after the news of Sheikh Sabah’s death was announced HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, paid tribute.

      رحم الله أب الكويت الحاني..وقلب الخليج النابض..وأمير الإنسانية النبيل الشيخ صباح الأحمد الصباح.. حط رحاله عند رب رحيم كريم عظيم بعد أن خدم وقدّم وأكرم شعبه .. تعازينا لإخوتنا وأحبابنا شعب الكويت..ولكافة الشعوب العربية والإسلامية المحبة لأمير الإنسانية.. إنا لله وإنا إليه راجعون pic.twitter.com/wGnBFtkjTO
      — HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) September 29, 2020

      Posting a photo of His Highness, Sheikh Mohammed referred to the late Emir of Kuwait as the “compassionate father” of the country” and “the noble prince of humanity”.
      HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, also paid tribute to the late Emir of Kuwait on Twitter.

      Our sincere condolences go to the Al-Sabah family and the people of Kuwait. Sheikh Sabah epitomised wisdom, tolerance, and peace and he was a great pioneer of Gulf cooperation. He served Kuwait with honor and grace, and his work will never be forgotten. May God have mercy on him pic.twitter.com/LUtWtu8JlL
      — محمد بن زايد (@MohamedBinZayed) September 29, 2020

      “Our sincere condolences go to the Al-Sabah family and the people of Kuwait,” he said. “Sheikh Sabah epitomised wisdom, tolerance, and peace and he was a great pioneer of Gulf cooperation. He served Kuwait with honour and grace, and his work will never be forgotten. May God have mercy on him.”
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      ‘Pain we’ve never felt before’: Chrissy Teigen announces loss of her unborn baby

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      Chrissy Teigen has heartbreakingly announced the loss of her unborn baby boy.
      The 34-year-old had recently revealed she was admitted to hospital due to excessive bleeding – she even had a “huge clot” at one point. After receiving a few blood transfusions over multiple days and treatment in hospital, Chrissy and husband John Legend sadly lost their unborn baby.

      Sharing photos on Instagram, the 34-year-old announced her miscarriage in a heartbreaking describing it as “pain we’ve never felt before”.
      “We are shocked and in the kind of deep pain you only hear about, the kind of pain we’ve never felt before,” she said. “We were never able to stop the bleeding and give our baby the fluids he needed, despite bags and bags of blood transfusions. It just wasn’t enough.”

      Chrissy went on to say that she and John never usually decide on their babies’ name until they are born, but had been calling their unborn baby boy ‘Jack’. She also added he would always be a part of their “little family”.
      “To our Jack – I’m so sorry that the first few moments of your life were met with so many complications, that we couldn’t give you the home you needed to survive,” she said. “We will always love you.”
      In her post, Chrissy also thanked everyone for their well-wishes and prayers during this difficult time.
      “We are so grateful for the life we have, for our wonderful babies Luna and Miles, for all the amazing things we’ve been able to experience,” she added, ending the caption. “But everyday can’t be full of sunshine.
      “On this darkest of days, we will grieve, we will cry our eyes out. But we will hug and love each other harder and get through it.”
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      Your first look at the new boutique hotel in Downtown Dubai

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      Just a little pre-warning, the new hotel in Downtown Dubai is not for the minimalist but the bohemian artistic spirit with the love for quirky interiors.
      Hotel Indigo, a global boutique chain of properties, is opening its flagship location in the region and can be found on the banks of the Dubai Creek.

      Set to open in October, Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown is a stone’s throw from several iconic landmarks and attractions and is also pet friendly.
      The newest launch takes inspiration from the story of the Creek that has been the city’s epicentre of trade. All of the 269 rooms are inspired by the story of the waterway– whether that’s through the surrealist wallpaper exclusively created by local artists, bespoke shisha lamps or the wardrobes with carved wooden doors, hand-crafted in Mashrabiya style with a modern twist.

      The mother-of-pearl bathrooms pay homage to the country’s heritage of pearl diving, while eye-catching vibrant Moroso designer furniture adds a contemporary touch to the interior.As for the dining options you have Open Sesame, a relaxed eatery offering a vast selection of healthy and wholesome dishes as well as brewing Dubai’s finest locally roasted speciality coffee with partner Café Rider Custom Roastery.

      For a pick-me-up smoothie head to the Juice Bar/Concept Store, Bakala Jooos or, if you’re in search of a fun night out, swing by the Satwa-inspired cocktail bar Off The Wall for uniquely crafted cocktails saturated with graffiti art that tells a story of the Satwa’s vibrancy.Located on the second floor over-looking Downtown, the aptly named Orange Feels offers a vast selection of Aperol based cocktails for those who enjoy the hugely popular orange beverage. The lively pool deck bar offers something for everyone; those looking to unwind poolside can relax in the sun by day or enjoy shisha and the chilled beats on a raised DJ platform by night.
      Guests wanting to de-stress or relax can visit the wellness deck where they can work up a sweat in the gym, find headspace in the yoga studio or lap-it-out in the 25-metre infinity pool.As part of the Hotel Indigo® brand ethos, the hotel has supported local creatives through their close associations with the Alserkal Cultural Foundation, Tashkeel and XVA gallery. The hotel boasts over 200 pieces of art and local design as well as intricately designed carpet on the lobby floor, created through a partnership with the Fatima Bint Mohammed Bin Zayed Initiative (FBMI).
      The rates start from AED 349 per room per night including breakfast.

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