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For the better part of 2020, many across Dubai and the globe have been working from home.
However, some have now returned to offices and that includes Dubai government employees, who returned to their offices at the end of June.

But in a recent move made by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, a work-from-home system has been approved under his leadership and is supported by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
The Crown Prince of Dubai that the new “flexible working system” has been put in place to champion the latest developments in tech which promotes remote working, but also allows for a new working model which will pave the way for new job opportunities in the future.

“Remote work is one of the solutions that proved successful in maintaining the sustainability of business during the COVID-19 pandemic,” Sheikh Hamdan said. “It is a flexible system that enables an employee to discharge his tasks and helps him be more creative.”

.@HamdanMohammed approves new remote work protocols for #Dubai Government employees. As part of the new Protocols, employees can perform their duties from outside their offices, using remote working technologies https://t.co/9hYGCnY4WI pic.twitter.com/3I9yjCpQEn
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) December 10, 2020

His Highness also outlined that the Dubai government firmly “embraces the future” and finds “proactive solutions to challenges”.
“We have the potential to strengthen our preparedness and harness the tools that support our forward approaches and focus on making the best use of opportunities,” he said.
A number of private sector companies have the same thinking, including leading Middle Eastern company Careem.
The business giant, which has its headquarters in Dubai, revealed to Emirates Woman back in September that the business would be going remote-first.
Careem’s 1,300 employees can now work from any location within the business’ employment market which spreads across 36 offices in 13 different markets. As part of the move, employees will be able to work from any worldwide location for up to a month.
It’s clear that this new model of working is here to stay, and perhaps the traditional nine to five is gone forever.
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With a long-standing history having been founded by Charles Dickens and being located in one of the poshest localities in London, decadent private members’ club, The Arts Club, has officially announced its opening date in Dubai.
Spread over four floors with more than 65,000 square feet of space, The Arts Club Dubai is all set to launch in DIFC on December 26 with the first few days being a part of the soft opening phase.

This exclusive private members’ clubs will provide its guests with a slew of elegant facilities such as private dining rooms, a cigar lounge, a reader’s haven and specific areas for art exhibitions along with an alfresco dining experience overlooking the stunning skyline of Dubai in the laidback rooftop atmosphere of its restaurant, Brasserie.

With a diverse set of beverage options and cuisine offered, the second restaurant in The Arts Club Dubai, named Nikkei Cuisine, will offer members an eclectic taste of exemplary flavours under one roof.
In addition, there will be various membership categories offered such as full, spouse, young for this under 30s and international. More details regarding the one-off joining fee and the annual subscription will soon be disclosed.
An exclusive selection will be offered to individuals who have an interest in arts, music, literature, design, science, technology, health and wellbeing, business, finance, law, fashion and entrepreneurship.
For more information regarding The Arts Club Dubai, which will be located in ICD Brookfield DIFC visit theartsclub.ae
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The food and beverage industry has been turned on its head this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, slowly but surely things in Dubai have returned to somewhat normal.
In another step towards normality, the rules for dining out in restaurants in the emirate have been updated.

In a recent update from the Dubai Economy, it was stipulated that authorities had seen “the greatest compliance” occur with the previous COVID-19 guidelines in place. With that, it was confirmed that as of Thursday, December 10 restaurants would be able to increase their table capacity to 10 people, which was previously capped at eight.
Similarly, establishments are now able to stay open until 2am and alcohol is now once again allowed to be served in bottles.

As for live entertainment, bands are now permitted to perform as long as adequate social distancing measures are implemented.
These updates have been made just in time for the festive season arriving and ahead of New Year’s Eve celebrations in Dubai.
However, it should be noted that all residents and visitors should still be mindful when it comes to social distancing and ensure they wear a mask at all times unless dining.
In need of some celebration inspiration? Take a look at EW’s numerous round-ups for the festive season below.
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Over the weekend, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan has been in the United Kingdom.
The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces met with the UK’s Prime Minister Boris Johnson, as well as His Royal Highness Prince Charles. However, there was a special moment His Highness was also in the country for, to support his son.

Sheikh Mohamed, along with Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, the Crown Prince of Ajman attended the graduation of their sons – Sheikh Zayed Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed, and Sheikh Humaid Bin Ammar Al Nuaimi – from the Royal Military College, Sandhurst.
In was a video that was posted to the Emirates Royal Family Instagram from the event that was particularly heartwarming shows Sheikh Mohamed hurrying towards Sheikh Zayed to give him a congratulatory hug from a proud father.

Following the event, Sheikh Mohamed also took to Instagram to congratulate all those who graduated from the military college.
“I was proud to attend the Sovereign’s Parade at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, where I met with our Emirati cadets,” he said. “I congratulate all of the cadets from Commissioning Course 201 and I wish them every success in their endeavour to better serve their countries.”
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Since she gave birth three months ago, Gigi Hadid has kept the name of her baby girl under wraps. However, fans are convinced the newborn’s moniker has now been revealed.
One of Hadid’s best friend’s Taylor Swift dropped her new album over the weekend – much to the surprise of many fans. With the singer being known to leave surprises – or “easter eggs” as she refers to – in many of her songs, fans believe that Swift has revealed the name of baby Hadid-Malik in one of her songs.

The theory that’s been making the rounds on Twitter is that Hadid and Zayn Malik’s daughter is Dorothea, thanks to a song on Swift’s new Evermore album.

While you may think this is a farfetched theory, the Grammy Award-winning singer recently did something very similar. On the album, she released earlier this year – Folklore – Swift announced the name of her other good friends’ baby, Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively, which was revealed to be Betty.

Evermore Theory: Gigi posted a picture with the caption “August, waiting for our girl”. James would wait for August behind the mall. Betty was from his pov and it’s also the name of Blake Lively’s daughter. August is Track 8. Dorothea is Track 8. What if Dorothea is Gigi’s baby?
— Ocean Blue Swift (@OceanBlueSwift_) December 10, 2020

Connecting the dots together, fans also noted that just recently Hadid uploaded some throwback photos from when she was pregnant with the caption, “August, waiting for our girl.” On Swift’s Folklore album track number eight is August and on Evermore, the most recent album, track number eight – the sister track to the former – is Dorothea.

GUYS gigi’s baby’s name is Dorothea! as you all know taylor announced the name of blake’s baby “betty” through folklore!
gigi posted a picture with caption “august, waiting for our girl” james was waiting august behind the mall.august is track 8, Dorothea is also the 8th track! pic.twitter.com/3J2S14OKlT
— Taylor Throwbacks ➐ (@ThrowBacTaylor) December 12, 2020

Further piecing things together, fans on Twitter pointed out that prior to the album release, Swift said in a chat on YouTube that she imagined the character Dorothea going to school with Reynolds and Lively’s children – Betty, James and Inez.
While it could be considered an outlandish theory, it’s not alien for Swift to do things like this. However, nothing has been commented by Swift nor Hadid, so we’ll just have to wait patiently to see if the supermodel will reveal the name of baby Hadid-Malik in due course.
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Emirati couple Khalid Al Ameri and Salama Mohamed are two people who love to give back.
In a recent selfless act, the couple revealed that they would be paying the full amount of the wedding of their nanny who was leaving them to go back to her home country.

Posting a video to Facebook, Khalid and Salama revealed how important their nanny, Sarah, had been to them for the last six years she had been working for them and had become a part of their family.
To show their gratitude and thanks, the couple decided to front the cost of her wedding, a gesture which left Sarah in disbelief.

Khalid and Salama announced the news when they arrived in Downtown Abu Dhabi for Sarah to transfer money home.
“These people are not only my bosses, they are my friends,” she said. ” I want to say thank you to Salama and Khalid, may God bless you.”
However, she didn’t quite believe at first that all of the money she had been handed was for her. As the news sunk in, Sarah couldn’t contain her tears or excitement.
The video has since gone viral on Facebook receiving over 15 million views, over 800,000 reactions and 88,000 shares.
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Amongst the glitz and glamour of celebrity, there are many well-known figures who have Arab genes, many of whose roots might come as a surprise to you.
Steve Jobs

The late world-famous Apple founder was adopted by Paul and Clara Jobs, but his biological father was Abdulfattah Jandali, a Syrian Muslim.
Ariana Grande

Back in 2014, the famous popstar tweeted: “Just found out my grandparents are heavily Greek and part North African… I thought I was Italian… Who am I? My whole life is a lie.” Turns out she took a genetic test, which revealed that she has Moroccan, Tunisian, or Algerian roots from one side of the family.
MIKA
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The famous British singer, known for his hits such as Relax, Take it Easy and Love Today, was born in Beirut to a Lebanese mother and an American father. Due to the unforeseen circumstances in Lebanon, he was forced to flee during the war and moved to Paris and then UK.
Gigi Hadid & Bella Hadid

These supermodel sisters are hugely vocal when it comes to supporting Palestine, which is where their father, Mohamed Hadid, was born. Gigi and Bella Hadid are both incredibly proud of their roots, making it known often.
Salma Hayek

The American-Mexican actress, who’s previously starred in some gripping films, has never been shy about hiding her Arab roots and proudly claims her heritage. Her father is a mix of Mexican and Lebanese descent, hailing from the city of Baadat, Lebanon. Hayek’s first name also means peace and calm in Arabic.
Shakira

Latina-Arab singer Shakira, who’s songs have gained worldwide popularity, hasn’t forgotten her Arab roots which has also majorly influence on her musical career. From her belly dancing skills being showcased to supporting the super bowl performance, the loved singer was born in Colombia to a Spanish mother and a Lebanese father.
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As the UAE is one of the leading countries around the globe to conduct COVID-19 PCR tests at a rapid rate, the number of performing tests per capita has been one of the highest in the world and is a key strategy in the region in order to curb the spread of this pandemic.
Back in September, the price of COVID-19 PCR tests was dropped by more than Dhs100 from Dhs370 to Dhs250 which is now the cost in all licensed public and private healthcare establishments.

However, there are a few Dubai Health Authority (DHA) healthcare centres in Dubai that are offering for Dhs150 for many and some who fall under certain categories can have them done for free.
The DHA confirmed to Emirates Woman there are currently 12 healthcare centres across Dubai offering PCR tests for Dhs150.
The list of health care centres that fall under DHA include:
Al Barsha Health Center located in Al Barsha
Nad Al Hamar Health Center in Ras Al Khor
Al Safa Health Center on Al Wasl road
Al Badaa Health Center located near Trade centre 1
Al Mankhool Health Center located in Al Mankhool
Al Lusaily Health Center located in Al Lisaili
Al Khawaneej Health Center located in Al Khawaneej area
Al Towar Health Center located in Al Nadha
Nad Al Sheba Health Center located in Nad Al Sheba
Al Mamzar Health Center located in Al Mamzar
Al Mizhar Health Center located near Mushrif Park
Za’abeel Health Center located in Za’abeel 2

For those who wish to book an appointment, you simply need to download the DHA App and create an account. Then select the option to book a COVID-19 screening, where you can either select the Drive Though or Walk-In option for the appointment.

The cost of the test is Dhs150 for all Dubai visa holders and is free for all UAE nationals, those who have a valid health card, pregnant women, senior citizens and residents above the age of 50, people of determination, household of nationals and patients with chronic diseases including diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, arteries, tumours and rheumatism, chronic liver and kidney disease, brain and nerves disease.
It’s mandatory for each patient to carry their original Emirates ID and a passport copy for UAE residents while tourists need to bring in their original passport before the test.
For more information regarding the services and timings visit dha.gov.ae
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