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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.”
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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!
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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.
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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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Her Royal Highness Princess Lamia Bint Majid Al Saud has received a prestigious award for her incredible philanthropic work.
At the 8th Annual GCC GOV HR Summit 2020, Her Royal Highness received the People First Leader Award. It’s certainly an apt award for Princess Lamia as she’s made it her life’s mission to help others, particularly advocating for women, through her role as Secretary-General of Alwaleed Philanthropies.

Upon receiving the award, Princess Lamia shared her honour about being presented as the People First Leader.
“I am extremely honoured and humbled to be the recipient of the People First Leader Award and a special thanks to the organising committee for selecting me as the Honorary Advisory Board Member for this event,” she said.

“Every milestone I have achieved to date at Alwaleed Philanthropies is a result of the team’s collaborative work and drive to create a better future for those in need.

حصدت اليوم أميننا العام @lamia1507 جائزة أفضل قيادي لاستراتيجية «الموظف أولاً» في #القمة_الحكومية_للموارد_البشرية لدول مجلس التعاون الخليجي 2020. هذه الجائزة تعكسُ جهودها كأمين عام للمؤسسة لبناء غدٍ أفضل من خلال مشاريعنا حول العالم#معًا_من_أجل_الإحسان@qnahrseries pic.twitter.com/gJgimerqxp
— الوليد للإنسانية (@alwaleed_philan) October 26, 2020

“Across the Middle East, we have made great strides towards supporting women and youth in the workplace. As we look to a post-pandemic world, we must continue to harness the spirit of collaboration in order to meet our collective goal; a more equal and prosperous world for all.”
Her Royal Highness has continuously made it her life’s mission to give back to others who are less fortunate than her.
“If you are fortunate enough to have access to resources or a raised platform, it is your responsibility to support and empower those who are not as fortunate,” she told Emirates Woman in an interview for September’s – ‘The Power Issue’.
Initially starting a career in journalism after receiving her Bachelor of Arts degree in 2001 from Misr International University in Cairo, Princess Lamia found that through many inspiring stories she came across during her time as editor-in-chief at three publications that there was a bigger role she could play in the world.
“I was constantly inspired by the people that I spoke to, I also noticed there were so many important stories not being told,” she said. “This led to the desire to play a larger role in shining a light on untold stories, especially when it came to empowering women and youth, as well as actively tackling social, cultural and economic challenges through my work in philanthropy.”
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Over the weekend, the United Arab Emirates saw its first virtual mass wedding occur.
One hundred grooms across the country gathered to join in a virtual wedding – five venues across the emirates played host to 20 grooms – and they also got a huge surprise, a congratulations from His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

“Simplicity in weddings deepens its blessings,” His Highness said. “I hope that there is always simplicity and ease in these matters.”
With social distancing measures at all five venues in place, the ceremonies were organised by the Ministry of Community Development to celebrate the marriages of the grooms and brides from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain and Fujairah.

شهدت اليوم مرئياً أول عرس جماعي افتراضي في الدولة بمشاركة ١٠٠ عريس في خمس مناطق مختلفة بالدولة .. الحياة مستمرة .. والتأقلم مع الأوضاع الصحية مطلوب .. وسر البركة في الحياة الزوجية في بساطة بداياتها والتيسير على المقبلين عليها pic.twitter.com/Pd10utvhSN
— HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) October 31, 2020

It’s an aim for the authority for mass to become a go-to for young Emirati newlyweds in order to help them financially.
Hessa bint Essa Buhumaid, the Minister of Community Development, outlined that since 1998, 195 mass ceremonies have taken place in the UAE, with the total number of people marrying under the ceremony initiative to be 10,000. said the country has hosted 195 mass ceremonies — including the virtual one — since 1998.
“This virtual mass wedding, which gathers together UAE young generations in five different festive sites all over the UAE, reflects the meanings of unity, cohesion, coherence and happiness, and embodies an extended joy for UAE nationals,” she said of the recent mass virtual wedding ceremony.
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