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      Here’s where you can watch the Real Housewives of Dubai in the UAE

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      by Team Emirates Woman
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      After months of build-up and anticipation, The Real Housewives of Dubai is set to officially premiere this week.
      It was announced by Bravo TV back in late 2022 that this would be the first international version of the Real Housewives franchise produced by the network themselves.
      While the show is set to air in the US on Bravo, not to worry, we’re also going to be able to watch it right here in the UAE.
      Where can I watch the Real Housewives of Dubai in the UAE?
      The Real Housewives of Dubai will be streamed exclusively in the MENA region on OSN+, with the new episodes being dropped weekly on the platform.
      The first season of the Dubai instalment of the show will air at the same time as the US.
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      When does the show premiere?
      The show is set to premiere later this week on June 1, 2022 in the US and June 2, 2022 on OSN+ in the Middle East.
      The first teaser for the show was released back in April and the first full-length trailer was released a few weeks ago.
      Who are the Real Housewives of Dubai?
      Taking centre stage in the Real Housewives of Dubai is Caroline Stanbury, who previously starred in the Bravo-produced show Ladies of London.
      Starring alongside the reality television alum is beauty entrepreneur Caroline Brooks; luxury lifestyle content creator Nina Ali; Dubai’s first black supermodel Chanel Ayan; fashion designer Lesa Milan; and Emirati-Bahraini entrepreneur Dr Sara Al Madani.
      OSN+ is available to download across all iOS and Android devices for only $9.50 USD per month, with a complimentary seven-day trial.
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      Sheikha Fatima sends condolences as Queen Rania mourns her father’s death

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      by Team Emirates Woman
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      Her Majesty Queen Rania of Jordan is mourning the loss of her father, Dr. Faisal Sidqi Al Yasin, who passed away on Friday.
      In the wake of his death, King Abdullah II of Jordan announced a seven-day mourning period across the country.
      Queen Rania shared the news of her father’s death on Instagram posting a photo of him.
      “Oh God, on Friday, open the gates of heaven for my father’s soul, and the gates of your mercy and paradise,” she said in the caption.
      Condolences for the King and Queen of Jordan came in their masses, including from Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the Mother of the Nation, who expressed her sympathy following the passing of Dr. Al Yasin.

      Per WAM, “Sheikha Fatima expressed sympathy with Queen Rania, and prayed to Allah Almighty to bless the soul of her father”.
      Dr. Al Yasin. was laid to rest on Saturday at the Royal Cemetery in Jordan where King Abdullah and Crown Prince Hussein participated in the funeral.
      Queen Rania’s father was born in 1934 in the Palestinian city of Tulkarm in the West Bank.
      He went on to study medicine at Egypt’s Cairo University and completed further studies in Northern Ireland, eventually moving to Kuwait – where Queen Rania was born – and went on to retire in Jordan.
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      8 exciting activities to do in Dubai this weekend

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      by Sarah Joseph
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      Your ultimate guide this weekend in Dubai – May 27 to May 29, 2022.
      Treat yourself to a hair spa at Pastels

      For the ultimate pampering experience, these newly launched treatments are a must-try to summer-proof your hair. The latest treatments include Caviar Protocol to enrich the hair with newfound volume, Hair Transformation to purify and address any scalp concerns, Post-Colour TLC to repair colour-treated hair and Coils & Curls to provide hydration and strength. Each hair treatment starts from Dhs500 and lasts up to one hour to enjoy utmost relaxation in either of the branches in Ritz Carlton, JBR and Al Wasl.
      For more information visit pastels-salon.com
      Try a refreshing summer menu at CLAP

      Wanted to unwind with delicious lunch this weekend? This award-winning contemporary Japanese restaurant has you covered. With seasonal ingredients and an opulent menu, featuring must-try dishes such as Hokkaido Scallops and Foie Gras mixed berries and Ichigo Miso Glazed Eggplant, to name a few. Each dish can be paired with a host of cocktails and grape to enhance the experience. Guests can also enjoy infectious beats from the restaurant’s resident DJ from 6pm every night with a backdrop of Dubai’s skyline. It’s located in DIFC and is open from Monday to Friday 12pm to 3am and Saturday and Sunday 1pm to 3am.
      For more information visit claprestaurant.com
      Shop for all your skincare essentials at Beyond Beauty

      This one-stop shop beauty haven is now open at Harvey Nichols in Mall of the Emirates. With a host of brands such as 111Skin, GHD Beauty, Slip, Tata Harper and more, customers can invest in ethical products in this new permanent space. To celebrate this new immersive experience until May 30, 2022, guests can experience in-house consultations and treatments, such as mini facials and hair styling.
      For more information visit harveynichols.com
      Book a brunch at Caviar Kaspia

      This Parisian hotspot kicks off the summer season with a refined two-day brunch fare on Saturday and Sunday with a host of exquisite courses and refreshing cocktails or mocktails. With a host of fancy dishes to choose from, guests can relish a host of decadent delights from the menu. From beef carpaccio to eggs served with Oscietra caviar or smoked salmon. For the complete experience, guests can enjoy the latest tunes spun by the restaurant’s resident DJ. Priced at Dhs375 per person, the brunch takes place from 12pm to 4pm and includes one hot drink and one alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage. Located in Gate Village 2, DIFC
      For more information visit kaspia.com
      Get fit at NRG fitness

      To celebrate the 6th birthday of this award-winning fitness studio, guests are invited to avail of enticing offers on a monthly, three-month, or annual basis to redeem until the end of June. The special packages include the unlimited group classes for Dhs599 for 12 months, Dhs699 per month for three months and Dhs899 for 10 sessions. From NRG Power Ride to NRG BoxFit, there are a plethora of fitness classes to enhance your fitness routine. Located at Marina Walk, it’s open on Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 6:30am to 9pm, Thursday 6am to 8pm, Friday 7:30am to 1pm, Saturday 8am to 1pm and Monday 6am to 9pm.
      For more information visit nrgfitness.me
      Enjoy a German-themed brunch at Ernst Biergarten and Wirtshaus

      Dubai’s first and only Bavarian haven has opened at 25Hours Hotel One Central. By transporting guests to Munich, the Ernst Bavarian Fest will be one of the happening evening brunches that Dubai has to offer. For a lively ambience, guests can enjoy live German music courtesy Gaudiblosn, an Oktoberfest band playing 45-minute sets from 7pm until 11pm this weekend for the opening. It will take place every Saturday from 6pm to 10pm with three packages for guests to choose from. The soft beverages package is priced at Dhs250, the house spirits and grape package is priced at Dhs350 and the bubbly package is priced at Dhs450.
      For more information visit 25hours-hotels.com
      Visit the PANGAIA Pop-up

      By bringing high-tech naturalism to life, this immersive experience showcases a new-age retail experience. Designed to be both airy and functional, this new installation transports guests on a new journey of discovery by presenting the brand’s core values. From sweatshirts to track pants, customers have endless options when it comes to loungewear essentials. With sustainability at its helm, this pop-up is surely a must-visit in Harvey Nichols, Mall of the Emirates.
      Experience a culinary takeover by Chef Izu

      The award-winning chef has brought his epicurean flair to the stylish Hyatt Centric Jumeirah Dubai at La Mer Beach. Patrons are now able to enjoy a luxurious night at the hotel and not have to leave in search of an equally exquisite dining experience as the chef, takes over the entire menu including breakfast, lunch, dinner and in-room dining. The announcement came with the reveal of Ani’s latest opening, Eunoia by Carine, a French Mediterranean restaurant in the hotel. The simple yet refined French Mediterranean menu promises to transport guests to the stunning shores of the Côte d’Argent.
      For more information visit eunoiabycarine.ae
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      Everything to know about the new Moon in Gemini this May

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      by Team Emirates Woman
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      Words by Kirstyn Lewis. 
      Are you feeling all fired up with no place to go? As we lead into the Black (New Moon) in Gemini on 30 May the stars are reminding you that before you start something new, first you need to prepare for it. The Black Moon is the second New Moon in May so signals a complete change in perspective and you’re ready.
      Helping you out is energetic Mars making an exact aspect to the giver of gifts, Jupiter, something that only happens every two years. Aries excites them so much that they may easily ignite some quite ardent and uncontrollable sexual desire. Watch, however, for irritability and tempestuous petulant outbursts.
      On the flip side, Mars wants you to be successful and Jupiter is doubling down, shoulder to shoulder in the house of good fortune. What you want can be yours if your energy is channelled correctly.
      This all happens, very conveniently, on the eve of the New Moon in Gemini, 29 May. Are you finalising a plan that may take you away from your current situation or your usual group of friends? It’s somewhere where you can truly shine, or at least catch up on endless animated stories and belly laughs at the expense of what you left behind. Wherever you are is either a result of a long-awaited journey or something related to a dream job, one that helps you find your fortune. Everything will come together but is not quite there yet. Mercury needs to station direct on June 3, he is still retrograding through Taurus helping you pay closer attention to whatever it is you are working on. Expect results from 5 June onward.
      A new chapter lies ahead as you say goodbye to the past ten years. What you wanted back in 2012, you don’t anymore. You’ve learned a lot and know there isn’t anything you can’t handle moving forward. The Universe asks you to believe in yourself as the Full Moon appears in Sagittarius, on 14 June. Someone you love could well be watching from the sidelines cheering you on.
      The current waning moon leading up to the New Moon is a wise one that is slowing down the rapid speed at which you likely fell into your new relationship. This lunation wants to talk about the next step in a commitment. It’s a go-slow on the love talk – you need more time but “Shotgun Weddings” are not out of the question either! It suggests you need to come to terms with the more undesirable aspects of your match. Next month is the time to have a more productive conversation about what bothers you.
      if you’re living in a fantasy world and stuck in a ‘not going anywhere’ situation, let things fall away. You seem to be making a last-ditch effort to hang on to the familiar, past behaviours that get you the same as before. Otherwise, you’d already be where you wanted to go.
      New relationships look to have the green light from friends, but a secret underlying tension exists as you ponder your future together. You are not ready for any about turns or changes of heart now that you are fixated firmly on your beau. You need to steer this thing and make sure it survives the distance!
      Are you already committed? Spice up your relationship and treat yourself to a short, unplanned, and relaxing break away. If you can’t escape, enjoy Gold Class at a blockbuster film or go to a concert together. Even a sports event will have you both cheering or swapping banter with the crowd. Your mission is to do something different, you will love your time together.
      Gemini can now be the star of their show, they’re been in hiding or locked away. They are now ready to fully express their opinions, but it may just be another ‘fly by night’ conversation that they will soon forget. Gemini is best to avoid dispensing potentially insensitive advice that they may regret before the week is over. News travels fast amongst friends.
      Poor Cancer may feel they’ve been left out of the fun, but don’t worry everyone loves you. Scorpions are operating very happily under the radar, just know we don’t need to know what they’re up to.
      The big winner looks to be a chilled Taurus, who is rolling with the punches, Pisces are in dreamland and so floating along and Capricorn is also in good shape, neither looking for love nor money, they confidently have it all together, for the moment anyway. Okay, so they are not a quintessential bucket of fun for the rest of the zodiac, but he who laughs last laughs loudest.
      Virgo remains more cautious than ever, are they waiting for yet another left of centre, didn’t see it coming, but secretly did, surprise? It’s fine, they are ready for anything. Cool, calm Aquarians remain, as per usual, in control, just don’t ask any questions whilst they beaver away at something that is bound to have people talking. Brilliance takes time, so don’t rush them. Leo, Libra and Sagittarius can just sit back with some popcorn and watch from the sidelines for the moment. Your time is coming.
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      The Côte d’Azur is calling at this fine-dining Dubai restaurant

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      IN PARTNERSHIP: While the who’s who of Hollywood may currently be in Cannes, you can escape to the Côte d’Azur right here in Dubai.
      Twiggy by La Cantine is the place to be for chic eats with a menu swinging between Ibiza, Saint-Tropez, Cassis and Formentera via Okinawa.
      Under the expertise of Chef Fabio Luz, dine in style as you indulge in Mediterranean-inspired dishes from the classic burrata to a refreshing lentil salad to royal prawns to black truffle pizza. There’s also a plethora of sushi options that are to die for. Other favourites also include king crab avocado, the lobster cannelloni and the seabass fillet.
      Eloquent dining lies at the helm with Provence-inspired decor with pastel and cream hues and touches of rattan, paired with some of the most impressive views of the Downtown Dubai skyline.

      Looking for a relaxing sun-drenched lunch? Twiggy is the place to be. Also looking for a chic and decadent dinner? Again, Twiggy is the place to be.
      Unmatched in views, unbeatable in vibe and undeniably sumptuous food all make for the best 360-degree dining experience.
      It’s a place where, from dusk until dawn, from beach club to restaurant, you can relax and unwind. Open until 2am daily, bask in the sun at the beach club in the company of an upbeat soundtrack during the day and dine out at the restaurant at night – and then repeat!
      As we said, who needs Canne when you have Twiggy Dubai on your doorstep?
      For more information visit twiggy.ae. 
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      In pics: Hande Erçel shares behind-the-scenes snaps from her UAE trip

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      by Sarah Joseph
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      One of Turkey’s biggest TV stars, Hande Erçel, made a visit to the UAE and now she’s given fans a glimpse behind the scenes from her travels.
      Known for sharing her international travels with her 27.8 million followers, her trip to the UAE was no different as the actress posted a series of snaps from her visit.
      Spotted off-duty, the Sen Çal Kapimi star was seen in a host of chic outfits as she shared pictures at some of the UAE’s most popular sites.
      Being the ultimate tourist, she visited the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the Louvre, dune dashed and also shot her next campaign in the middle of the desert.
      It’s speculated Erçel largely made the trip to the UAE to cement her strong ties to Turkish brand Atasay, as they celebrated 85 years of the jewellery house lighting up the Burj Khalifa back in March.
      Swipe through to see all the photographs from the actress’ trip to the UAE.
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      In pics: King Abdullah II and Queen Rania mark Jordan’s 76th Independence Day

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      by Olivia Morris
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      Their Majesties King Abdullah II and Queen Rania celebrated 76 years since Jordan became an independent state in a special way.
      The royal couple stepped out on May 25, 2022, at Al Husseiniya Palace for a special ceremony to mark the anniversary when Jordan gained its independence from the British government.
      The Jordanian monarch and Queen Rania were joined by their children Crown Prince Hussein, Princess Iman and Prince Hashem – Princess Salma did not appear to be in attendance – as well as other dignitaries and senior officials.
      The theme of the ceremony celebrated the future of the nation, highlighting the younger generations who will carry the flag for the country.
      King Abdullah presented a number of royal medals at the ceremony and a number of acts also performed for the guests.
      Queen Rania shared a number of photos from the special occasion. “God bless our country and its people,” she said in the caption of the post.
      Swipe through to see all of the photographs from the special event.
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      Expert reveals how your energy profile can fine-tune your life

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      by Amy Sessions
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      We discuss the finer details of human design and energy management with Negin Baradari and how an understanding of your unique energetic profile can help you fine-tune your life to drive success.
      What is Human Design, how did it originate and how does it work?
      My practice combines ancient wisdom modalities with a special focus on a more recent modality called Human Design. Human Design is a self-discovery modality that combines ancient wisdom (elements of astrology, the I ching, the chakra system, the kabbalah tree of life) and modern science (quantum physics, genomics) to create clarity on how we are programmed. It provides a highly-customised roadmap of your energetic operating system based on your strengths, weaknesses, and avenues of potential. Imagine getting access to your energetic user manual. Human Design is an MRI of the energy flows/a scan of your energy.
      What first brought you to this practice and do you see similarities in those who are drawn to this in your clients?
      My spiritual journey started early on with my grandmothers being my first teachers in this multidimensional arena. Looking back now, I realize that different ancient modalities came into my energetic field at various pivotal moments/intersections in my life. The clients drawn to my practice are spiritually curious in nature yet diligent (analytical and due diligence) and are striving for optimal living across all avenues of their lives – they are overachievers with a sense of social responsibility/compassion. They appreciate the fact that my practice offers a synergy between science and holistic wisdom. They are also willing to show up fully, even through the discomfort. They are ready to face what’s in the way of their massive upleveling. Above all, they have made a powerful choice to invest in themselves.

      What can you expect from a session and how is this useful in everyday life?
      A session increases awareness and enhances clarity. I share pearls of inner wisdom about you that you are not conscious about and reframe them as your natural strengths or superpowers. I articulate your inner strength so you may mirror this on your trailblazing journey. My sessions are more about practical takeaways rather than preaching on holistic best practices. You’ll leave the first session with an in-depth understanding of how to enhance your personal life interactions, how to optimise your work-life approach and what self-development avenues to embark upon.
      You’ll be offered practical insights and tools to manage your energy, such as how you are designed to make decisions, interact with others, and operate in terms of work and life balance. Think of it as an energy management manual, every action in life has an energetic component so the more conscious we are with our actions the more flow we create in our lives, and the more flow we create the fewer blocks we have in our way.
      What are mental and emotional blockages and how do they affect us?
      Our energetic circuitry when optimal is akin to a well-oiled machine. You can feel in a blissful space and engage with life in a state of flow. Blockages on multiple layers occur when stress and fear create a node that feels uncomfortable and like a burden. We have the power to clear mental and emotional blockages and the first step is enhancing clarity and then increasing awareness, the second is using that insight and acting upon it.
      Do these blockages compound over time to affect the body and mind if left unremoved?
      Absolutely. Imagine you are holding onto emotions that are no longer yours, or other people’s thoughts that have conditioned you. These irrelevant thoughts and feelings feel like accumulating pebbles that make a smooth road rough, taking up space in your energetic field, i.e. your aura – the energetic bubble holding your energetic exchanges.
      What results can you expect afterwards and how long will they last for?
      Human Design gives us access to our energetic user manual. It’s up to us how we use that, how we apply the insight and how long we enable change with it. It can also give voice to our energetic exchanges so that we hear them louder and clearer, but we need to be open-minded to listen, otherwise, the journey doesn’t continue.
      This is The Finer Things Issue – how have you fine-tuned your business?
      I became my own curator and started living my purpose, I practised what I preached by incorporating human design coaching into my day job. I knew I wanted to do something that was niche and not widely talked about, without losing my qualifications and credentials. So I looked at how my corporate career could evolve and grow, rather than change, and combine these two worlds. I encourage people to talk more about human design and encourage them to share their knowledge – this should be a common subject and conversation in people’s daily lives. I look forward to the day corporations seek the benefits of this knowledge when hiring staff and structuring teams, or families use it to understand each other better when living under the same roof.
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