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A Dubai royal has launched a new fragrance line and is selling perfume, body spray and powder online. Sheikha Mahra Bint Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum announced the ‘Divorce’ fragrance range last week and has now revealed price details, product lines and a website. Sheikha Mahra, daughter of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, showcased the fragrance on social media. Dubai princess reveals Divorce perfume The Divorce perfume retails for AED1,000 ($272) per bottle and is available at the newly launched www.mahram1.com website. The Divorce perfume is described as embodying “confidence and new beginnings”. In July Sheikha Mahra announced her separation from husband Sheikh Mana Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Bin Mana Al Maktoum. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @mahram1.official The Mahram 1 brand website also offers glitter powder and hair/body spray. Mahram 1 products:
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Nearly three in five young Africans said that they are either very or somewhat likely to consider emigrating to another country in the next three years, according to the African Youth Survey 2024 by Ichikowitz Family Foundation. As Statista’s Anna Fleck details below, this marks a seven percentage point increase from 2022, when the last survey wave was conducted, likely driven by the improving freedom of movement post-pandemic. Where young people from Rwanda who are considering emigrating said that it would likely only be temporary (90 percent), those in Nigeria (45 percent), Ghana (44 percent) and Congo Brazzaville (41 percent) were among those more likely to say they would make a permanent move. The 2024 poll included 5,604 people aged between 18 and 24 year olds across 16 countries: Botswana, Cameroon, Chad, Congo Brazzaville, Côte d’Ivoire, Ethiopia, Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania and Zambia. Main reasons cited as motivations for moving abroad included economic reasons (selected by 43 percent of respondents), education opportunities (38 percent) and due to corruption in respondents’ respective home countries. The latter option, corruption, saw an increase of three percentage points since the survey wave in 2022. In South Africa, corruption […]
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Portuguese football icon and star of Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr club, Cristiano Ronaldo, has made history after becoming the first person to surpass one billion followers across his social media platforms. Ronaldo, widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, has amassed the milestone figure across his social media accounts which include X, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram. “We have made history – 1 BILLION followers,” the 39-year-old Al Nassr forward wrote on his Instagram page and on X. “This is more than just a number – it is a testament of our shared passion, drive, and love for the game and beyond.” “From the streets of Maderia to the biggest stages in the world, I’ve always played for my family and for your, and now one billion of us stand together,” he added. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner continued: “You have been with me every step of the way, through all the highs and the lows. This journey is our journey, and together, we have shown that there are no limits to what we can achieve.” “Thank you for believing in me, for your support, and for being part of my life. The best is yet […]
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In a case that saw a 60-year old mother’s testimony save her son from a life sentence, the same mother has now become his adversary, accusing him of forcing her to transfer ownership of her home to him. The son was initially sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his brother. His sentence was later reduced to 15 years after his mother described him as “pious” in court. However, the mother has now filed a lawsuit against her son, claiming he coerced her into gifting him her home before the murder incident. The High Appeals Court, after hearing both sides, ruled in favour of the son, confirming the validity of the mother’s gift. The son’s lawyer, Abdulazeem Abbas Hubail, confirmed the court’s decision. Hubail detailed the case, stating that the court heard testimonies from both the mother and the son, as well as another brother who claimed that the defendant had pressured their mother into the gift and was unaware why she hadn’t disclosed this coercion earlier. Drug addict He described his brother as a drug addict with an aggressive demeanor, expressing fear of his threats. The son’s testimony included an incident from early 2021, where he alleged that […]
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The Saudi Ministry of Culture is set to launch Saudi Cultural Week in Greece from Sept. 27 to Oct. 1. Historic Zappeion Hall in Athens will host the event, which will offer visitors an immersive experience of the diverse cultural heritage of the Kingdom, showcasing the cultural exchange between the two countries, and highlighting their shared values. Various commissions under the Ministry of Culture and Saudi cultural institutions will present multiple elements of Saudi culture. Craftsmen will display traditional arts and handicrafts, while workshops will feature collaborations between Greek and Saudi artisans. Visitors will be able to try their hand at conventional weaving and experience time-honored crafts firsthand.
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The Supreme Committee for Hajj and Umrah Affairs has introduced new regulations for the 2025 Hajj season. Under the new rules, campaigns are required to accommodate a minimum of 90 pilgrims, with those failing to meet this number being barred from participation. Each campaign must provide a bank guarantee of at least BD20,000 for the first 90 pilgrims. For groups larger than 90, additional guarantees are necessary: BD10,000 for every additional 50 pilgrims and another BD20,000 if the total exceeds 300. For instance, the guarantee for groups ranging from 291 to 340 pilgrims is BD90,000, while for groups of 241 to 290 the guarantee is BD60,000, and for groups of 191 to 240 it is BD50,000. Extra fees will be required for numbers beyond 340. The guarantee must be submitted as a cheque to the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs, and Waqf and will be refunded after the Hajj season, provided that all financial and contractual conditions are fulfilled.
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Dubai Opera, the premier cultural hub in the Middle East, has announced an expansive artistic programme for its 2024-2025 season, featuring over 50 international performances and solidifying its position as a leading global performing arts destination. The upcoming season, set to commence this month, promises a diverse array of productions spanning opera, ballet, musical theatre, and concerts. With more than 1,000 performers taking the stage throughout the season, Dubai Opera aims to cater to a wide range of artistic tastes and cultural preferences. “We are delighted to be back with a truly inclusive season, featuring something for every taste,” said Paolo Petrocelli, Head of Dubai Opera. “Following a record-breaking 2023/24 season, we look forward to once again catering to the entire community and beyond, with a mix of genre-spanning, dynamic and renowned performances.” Dubai Opera 2024-2025 Season: Complete Show List Opening Week Opera Ballet and dance Symphonic and chamber music Musicals Concerts Arab music Special events Local presenting partners’ events Strategic partnerships Dubai Opera acknowledges the support of its strategic partners, Dubai Culture and Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment, in bringing these world-class performances to life. “The Dubai Opera 2024–2025 season offers an expansive platform to celebrate creativity, as well […]
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Dubai is set to host AgraME, the Middle East’s longest-running agriculture, animal, and aquaculture farming exhibition and conference. This year’s event, organised under the patronage of the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, is billed as its largest edition yet. The expo, slated to be held on October 7-8 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, will focus on building a more resilient and sustainable agricultural ecosystem in the region. Aligned with the UAE’s 2030 National Vision, which prioritises sustainable food production and the integration of modern technologies, AgraME aims to enhance local production and ensure food security. Co-located with AgroFarm Middle East, a global brand specialising in animal farming, the event will foster collaboration, enabling attendees to connect with the professionals and network with a diverse range of buyers and partners under one roof. The exhibition will feature a wide array of sectors, including agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture/vertical farming, livestock health & nutrition, and veterinary equipment & supplies, ensuring comprehensive industry engagement. A key focus this year will be advancements in animal healthcare, essential for sustainable agriculture and livestock welfare. Ahmed Khalil, Portfolio Director of AgraME, said the 16th edition of the event will spotlight pressing issues like food security, […]
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Dubai will soon have a unified population registry that will have a centralised, comprehensive and real-time database of residents of the emirate. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, issued a resolution in this regard on Wednesday. The registry called the “Unified Registry of the Population of the Emirate of Dubai” will be created on the digital platform of the Dubai Data and Statistics Corporation. It will be the only official and sole source of population data for the emirate. The database will be used in the preparation of government plans, strategies and policies. Additionally, it will help improve government services and programmes while enabling future population forecasting to guide economic and social policies. The Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment will manage the population registry, and coordinate with government entities for gathering necessary data. The entity will also design, update, and link the registry with other records, prepare user guides, and ensure data security in collaboration with the Dubai Cyber Security Center.
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Abu Dhabi Police launched a smart mobile digital traffic education patrol to raise awareness among community groups, including drivers, road users, families and school and university students, about its efforts to enhance traffic safety. Brigadier Mahmoud Yousef Al Balushi, Director of the Traffic and Security Patrols Directorate, said the digital patrol will play a major role in increasing a culture of traffic safety among community members. As part of the initiative, parents, children, private drivers and domestic workers are also being made aware of how to handle situations inside vehicles and on the roads, so as to avoid accidents. He pointed out that it will also focus on raising public awareness through lectures to introduce the patrol and type of services it provides to the public, presenting gifts and distributing “digital awareness brochures”. The patrol features a driving simulator using virtual reality to impart lessons in addition to displaying digital awareness videos using advanced technology. Major Ahmed Abdullah Al Muhairi, Director of the Digital Traffic Awareness Projects, said that the digital traffic education patrol is a proactive service that keeps pace with future trends in Abu Dhabi. The use of artificial intelligence technologies in Abu Dhabi Police is witnessing continuous development […]
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