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With the UAE having one of the highest COVID-19 vaccination rates in the world, the nation is now set to launch its very own vaccine production line.It was announced by His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi of the new joint project between the countries entitled ‘Life Sciences and Vaccine Manufacturing in the UAE’ which will be led by Abu Dhabi-based Group 42 in conjunction with Chinese drugmaker Sinopharm.“The UAE and China today inaugurated a new chapter in their historic and distinguished relations, under the title ‘Strategic Partnership for Humanity’,” Sheikh Abdullah said of the venture.“Today we celebrate the significant milestones achieved by our strategic partnership across all levels. We are continuing the efforts that we initiated at the onset of the COVID-19 crisis.”He added, “A partnership that sets an example to be emulated for collaboration between friendly nations in times of crises. The joint project is an added value to the international efforts being made in the face of the Covid-19 crisis which has been taking a toll on everyday lives across the world.”While Sinopharm has been in use in the UAE since last year, the vaccine produced in the UAE will be called Hayat-Vax, with Hayat meaning “life” in Arabic.The joint venture showcases the UAE’s commitment to vaccinate its entire eligible population, with the nation completing its first milestone having vaccinated half of the population by March 2021.Last week, it was confirmed by Dr. Abdul Rahman bin Mohammad bin Nasser Al Owais, Minister of Health and Prevention, that as of Saturday 56.59 per cent of the eligible population had been vaccinated against COVID-19, while 72.89 per cent of elderly citizens and residents and those with chronic diseases had been inoculated against the disease.At present, there are four COVID-19 vaccines available in the UAE.The first vaccine to be approved in the UAE was the Sinophram vaccine, followed by the Pfizer vaccine being permitted in Dubai towards the end of last year.In January, Russia’s Sputnik V was approved for emergency use. The Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine was approved for use in Dubai last month.– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramFeature image: Pexels More

As the Holy Month of Ramadan approaches, which is expected to fall in a little over two weeks, in a decade’s time we could observe the Holy Month twice in one year.Each year Ramadan moves back approximately 10 to 11 days as per the lunar calendar, meaning in the coming years Ramadan will be edging closer and closer to the beginning of the Gregorian calendar year.As such, in 10 years in 2030, we could observe two Ramadans occur in one calendar year.This was noted by Hassan Ahmed Al Hariri, the Chief Executive Officer of the Dubai Astronomy Group in a previous interview with Gulf News.“The solar calendar and the lunar calendar run separately from each other and are different,” he explained. “The solar one is fixed with the sun, while the lunar calendar is always 11 days shorter. So having two Ramadans is a natural result of having two different calendars.”Also read: Restrictions in the UAE for Ramadan announced: What you need to knowSo, when 2030 begins, Ramadan will likely occur around early January, with the expected Eid Al Fitr celebrations to take place in February 2030.Since the Holy Month will fall right at the beginning of the year in 2030, the next Ramadan in 2030 would likely take place towards the end of December and will go into the following Gregorian calendar year, 2031.The occurrence of two Ramadans in one year has also been highlighted by several Twitter users.
This Week, Happy Passover- 2021
Next Week, Happy Easter- 2021
Week After, Happy Ramadan- 2021
And in 2030 Muslims will celebrate Ramadan Twice by fasting for two months Eid 3 times
on December 26th 2030 and the other on January 6th 2031
something i found interesting folks.
— M 👽 (@Who_IsM) March 26, 2021
There Wont Be One❤ But Two❤ Ramadan In 2030, The 1st Ramadan Month On January 6th 2030 & The 2nd On December 26th 2030Its Followed By The Gregorian Calendar, Fasting Twice In Year
— Tahira Rehman (@tahira13579) January 2, 2021Ramadan 2020While two Ramadans in one year are still 10 years away, Ramadan 2020 is just two weeks away.The predicted dates for Ramadan and Eid Al Fitr were announced back in January. The Ramadan crescent is predicted to be born on Monday, April 12, 2021 at 06:31pm UAE time. The holy month of Ramadan would then begin the next day on Tuesday, April 13.With Ramadan, all set to start next month, the UAE has announced a series of rules and restrictions due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, in accordance with a statement issued on the official Twitter page of the UAE’s National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) as all are advised to avoid any evening gatherings with limited family visits.– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramFeature image: Instagram @lensmandxb More

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces, has publicly praised a UAE police officer on Twitter.The cop, who is based in Sharjah, helped an elderly man whose car had broken down in the emirate last week on one of the UAE’s busiest highways, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road.His Highness praised Sergeant Ahmed Al Hammadi for his “exceptional actions” in assisting the elderly driver, Zein Al Abideen.
Zein Al Abideen described how responsibility and empathy are the values of our nation, and Sergeant Ahmed Al Hammadi demonstrated these values through his exceptional actions. I would like to thank both of them and all those serving on the frontlines – we salute you. pic.twitter.com/TcNHn6hNrB
— محمد بن زايد (@MohamedBinZayed) March 28, 2021“Zein Al Abideen described how responsibility and empathy are the values of our nation, and Sergeant Ahmed Al Hammadi demonstrated these values through his exceptional actions,” Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed said. “I would like to thank both of them and all those serving on the frontlines – we salute you.”Per Sharjah Police, the sergeant arrived to aid Al Abideen within two minutes of being notified. Then, Sergeant Al Hammadi dutifully and safely diverted oncoming traffic.Going above and beyond, his help and support did not end there. He helped Al Abideen to contact assistance to take the broken down car away and also paid for the cost of towing the vehicle.Sharjah Police themselves also praised Sergeant Al Hammadi with the force’s chief Major-General Saif Al Shamsi, “Al Hammadi is an honourable model for police officers, and his act reflects our dedication to the job.”– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramImages: Supplied  More

As vaccine drives are globally underway, many nations are preparing to reopen their borders. One such is Indonesia, in particular, its popular tourist destination and tropical paradise Bali.With tourism playing a pivotal role in boosting Indonesia’s economy, the country is preparing with its measures that are underway for international visitors to return while keeping all the necessary restrictions in mind.Per The Bali Sun, Indonesia’s tourism minister, Sandiaga Uno, has stated that a proposed “travel corridor arrangement” is in the works with several countries including the UAE, as well as the Netherlands, China, South Korea and Singapore, with the aim of being ready to receive a number of international visitors by June or July.According to Uno, Bali’s main airport, Ngurah Rai Airport is undergoing preparations to reopen its international flights.“We will keep on simulating and doing trials as a new procedure to operate the international terminal of Ngurah Rai airport before receiving the influx of international visitors in June or July this year,” he said last week.Similarly, Bali’s key areas will be divided into ‘Green Zone’ areas which include Ubud, Nusa Dua and Sanur, making it the first to welcome tourists, mostly around the middle of the year as a mass vaccination drive began last week.As per the latest news on Bali.com, the Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster claimed that his team are preparing the re-opening scheme specifically for the above-mentioned green zones.“We have also mapped the need for vaccines. In Ubud, we need 100 thousand vaccines, and Nusa Dua needs 10,000 vaccines for the people and tourism workers there,” he said. “We prepare SOP strictly, and when the vaccine arrives… Hopefully, by the end of March, it will be complete, and the immunisation will be started right away.”– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramFeature image: @thebaliguideline More

Following the death of the Deputy Ruler of Dubai and the Minister of Finance and Industry of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, a 10-day mourning period has been announced in Dubai.It was announced via Dubai Media Office that during the mourning period flags will fly at half-mast in Dubai for 10 days and the Qu’ran will be played on the radio.Government offices and institutions will also be closed in the emirate for a period of three days starting tomorrow, Thursday, March 25.As for prayers for the deceased, these will be restricted to family members only due to the ongoing pandemic.It was stated via the Dubai Media Office Instagram and Twitter accounts that an absentee prayer will be performed today in Dubai’s state mosques after the Maghrib prayer.The death of Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid was announced by his brother, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai.Sheikh Mohammed paid tribute to his elder brother on Twitter.“We belong to God and to Him we shall return. May God have mercy on you, my brother, my support and my companion,” His Highness said alongside a black and white photo of Sheikh Hamdan.Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid was aged 75 at the time of his passing on Wednesday, March 24.– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramImages: Sheikh Mohammed Twitter More

It’s been a little over 12 months since the Duke and Duchess of Sussex officially stepped down from their roles as senior royals amongst the British Royal Family.The couple relocated to Montecito, California to start a new life with their son Archie Mountbatten-Windsor and soon-to-be daughter and are forging their own roles.With multi-million dollar deals with Netflix and Spotify in the bag, it’s clear Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are on the road to success.While most of their ventures outside of the royal family have been joint thus far, a new role for Harry has just been announced and he’s flying solo without his wife.Per the Wall Street Journal, the 35-year-old is set to become chief impact officer at US-based coaching and mental health firm, BetterUp Inc.“I intend to help create impact in people’s lives,” he said in an interview with the outlet. “Proactive coaching provides endless possibilities for personal development, increased awareness, and an all-round better life.”
We are honored to welcome Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex as BetterUp’s first Chief Impact Officer.
Learn more about how he will work to champion the importance of focusing on preventative mental fitness and human potential worldwide. https://t.co/MCAIADrdfc pic.twitter.com/kPL7jTZOGX
— BetterUp (@BetterUp) March 23, 2021This role will involve the Duke of Sussex contributing to the company’s strategy and charitable endeavours, as well as publicly advocating for mental health to be openly discussed, something Harry has always been passionate about.As per the company website, BetterUp is a platform that “develops and supports high-performing people, cultures, and businesses through personal coaching, improving leadership skills and building inclusive workforces”.Prince Harry is now officially a member of the BetterUp ‘leadership team’ and is highlighted on the website as “a humanitarian, military veteran, mental wellness advocate, and environmentalist”.The announcement of Harry’s new role comes after his and Meghan’s bombshell tell-all with Oprah Winfrey.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex laid bare their issues with ‘The Firm’ which included accusations of “falsehoods” being perpetuated about them; allegations of racism; severe mental health issues and more.– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramImages/Media: Getty More

Last month, the world’s largest painting, which was created in Dubai by artist Sacha Jafri, was officially unveiled to the world.Completed at the Atlantis The Palm, the painting – known as ‘The Journey of Humanity’ – scales over 17,000 square feet and was aiming to fetch $30 million at auction to raise money for charity.A little under four weeks after its official unveiling, the painting has officially sold for $62 million – over double what it aimed to fetch.The painting comprises of 70 individually framed pieces and the painting in its entirety wasn’t expected to be sold as one, but it was. The highest bidder who bought the world’s largest painting for $62 million was Andre Abdoune, the chief executive of Altius Gestion International Holding.Discussing the record-breaking purchase and painting, Abdoune explained that it was his “dream” to do something incredible for his children and his father.“I talked with Sacha and I discovered the investment and love he put into this painting was so amazing,” he said. “All my life I was aiming to help children.”Reflecting on his years as a child Abdoune went without food, which has led him to want to help others less fortunate.“Every dollar can mean something. If we do it together, we give hope to these children and their future,” he said. “The UAE shows us the way, we have to follow it. The impossible is possible. I want to say that this is just the first step for ‘Humanity Inspired’.”The funds raised at the auction will be directed by Dubai Cares to beneficiary partners including UNICEF, Unesco, the Global Gift Foundation and Dubai Cares, with the aim to help over 2.5 billion individuals worldwide.The record-breaking painting took seven months to complete with working over 20 hours a day to complete with around 1,065 paint brushes and 6,300 litres of paint to complete this masterpiece.– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramImages: Supplied More