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After a travel corridor was established between the UAE and the UK two months ago, the UAE has now been dropped from the UK’s no-quarantine list.

As of today, anyone travelling to the UK from the UAE must undergo a mandatory quarantine period of 10 days due to the spike in COVID-19 cases.
While yesterday Scotland added Dubai to its quarantine list, this new rule now applies to all nations across the UK and to the whole of the UAE, as confirmed by Britain’s Department for Transport.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Just a few days ago, it was announced by the UK government that all incoming travellers from any country – whether they be visitors or British citizens – must ensure they have a negative COVID-19 PCR test which has been done within 72 hours.
These changes have come following an increasing number of cases in the UK due to a new reported strain of the virus which can spread more quickly.
For those travelling, if you are found without a negative COVID-19 test result will be given an immediate £500 fine.
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Last week reports surfaced that Kim Kardashian and Kanye West had separated after eight years together, six of which they have been married.
E! News reported that Kardashian hadn’t officially filed for divorce as she wanted to be sure she’s “making the right decision for the kids”.
READ: Kim Kardashian deletes photo which hints at the status of her marriage

However, now according to Entertainment Tonight, that divorce is inevitable for the couple as the beauty entrepreneur is wanting to focus on “a lot of amazing things that are coming her way”.

“Kim has tried everything she can to make things work with Kanye but it’s not working,” a source told the publication. “Kim has held on to the relationship in hopes of a change and for the sake of the kids, but all signs are pointing to divorce.”
The couple reportedly spent the festive period separately, with West residing in Wyoming on their ranch, while Kardashian was with her family and their children in Los Angeles and Lake Tahoe.
Difficulties in 2020
Last year was a particularly difficult year for West’s mental health. In the latter half of 2020, West began posting a series of erratic Twitter posts regarding personal matters, his family and more.
Following this, there were various reports that the couple’s marriage was strained but Kardashian was determined to make it work.

At the beginning of August, the reality star even took to Instagram to address the erratic behaviour her husband has been showing and also addressed his bipolar disorder.
“As many of you know, Kanye has bipolar disorder,” she began. “Anyone who has this or has a loved one in their life who does, knows how incredibly complicated and painful it is to understand.”
She continued to say, “I understand Kanye is subject to criticism because he is a public figure and his actions at times can cause strong opinions and emotions.”
The 39-year-old went onto highlight how the loss of his mother has affected him, as well as struggling with mental health issues has put “pressure” on him.
“Living with bipolar disorder does not diminish or invalidate his dreams and his creative ideas, no matter how big or unobtainable they may feel to some,” she said. “That is part of his genius and as we have all witnessed, many of his big dreams have come true.”
She asked that everyone give “grace” to the individuals, including her husband, who are struggling with mental issues, and also asked for “compassion and empathy” during this trying time.
Kardashian and West are still yet to make a public statement about their reported split.
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Qatar has been added to Abu Dhabi’s ‘green list’ for quarantine-free travel.
The new guidelines for “green” countries were implemented in the UAE capital just before Christmas, stipulating that visitors from those identified countries will be allowed into Abu Dhabi with no quarantine time provided they have a negative COVID-19 PCR test result.

With the list being updated every 14 days, Qatar has now been added to the list, as well as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Oman.
Some countries which were previously on the list have, however, now been removed including Greece, Singapore, Greenland, Australia and Malaysia.
Abu Dhabi ‘green list’

At present, there are 17 countries on the ‘green list’: Brunei; China; Hong Kong; Isle of Man; Kuwait; Macao; Mauritius; Mongolia; New Caledonia; New Zealand; Oman; Qatar; Sao Tome and Principe; Saudi Arabia; St Kitts and Nevis; Taipei; and Thailand. You can see the full list on the Visit Abu Dhabi website.
In the current guidelines, it’s outlined that all tourists and travellers are required to take a PCR test “on day six of entry into Abu Dhabi for those staying for six consecutive days or more, and on day 12 for those staying for 12 consecutive days or more”.
For countries not on the green list, a period of self-isolation for 10 days is currently in place.
Qatar’s addition to the list
The addition of Qatar to the list comes a couple of days after the UAE announced that its borders had reopened with Qatar.
It was stated by His Excellency Khalid Abdullah Belhoul, the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, that the “UAE will begin to end all measures taken against the State of Qatar according to the statement issued on June 5, 2017”.

#عاجل_وام #الإمارات تعلن إعادة فتح كافة المنافذ البرية والبحرية والجوية مع #قطر اعتباراً من الغد. pic.twitter.com/uFj8LpTWhU
— وكالة أنباء الإمارات (@wamnews) January 8, 2021

His Excellency also stated the nation would continue to work with Qatar to “end all other outstanding issues through bilateral talks”.
The reopening air, land and sea pathways comes after the signing of the Al-Ula Agreement.
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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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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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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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While UAE winters are arguably some of the warmest in the world, there were some sub-zero temperatures recorded over the weekend.
It was announced by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) that temperatures in the area of Raknah, Al Ain went below zero degrees Celcius to minus two degrees Celcius on Saturday, January 9 in the early hours of the morning.

Meanwhile, the highest temperature which was recorded on the same day was 25 degrees Celcius in the town of Sweihan. However, this was recorded in the late afternoon.

#أقل_درجة_حرارة سجلت على الدولة صباح هذا اليوم 2 درجة مئوية تحت الصفر في ركنة الساعة 05:15 بالتوقيت المحلي لدولة الإمارات.The #lowest_temperature recorded over the country today morning was 2 °C below zero in Raknah at 05:15 UAE Local.
— المركز الوطني للأرصاد (@NCMS_media) January 9, 2021

Over the next week or so those who reside in Dubai can expect temperatures of around 24 degrees with sunshine. Abu Dhabi is similar.
With temperatures fluctuating between 17 degrees to 25 degrees, depending on the time of day, it’s the perfect weather to take advantage of for terrace dinners and rooftop bars overlooking the city.
Read our ultimate round-up of the best rooftops in Dubai to give you some inspo. It’s the time to do it because before you know it, the sweltering hot weather will be here again and we’ll all be crowded around the aircon indefinitely.
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