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Iranian Chess Player Competes in International Tournament

Amid ongoing anti-government protests in Iran, an Iranian chess player, Sara Khadem, has participated in an international tournament without wearing a hijab, marking another instance of Iranian sportswomen challenging the country's strict dress codes. The protests, ignited in mid-September following the death of Mahsa Amini in custody of morality police, have brought Iranians from all…

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Emirati Achieves Milestone as First UAE National to be Certified Ikebana Instructor in Japan

In a remarkable achievement bridging cultures, Amani Alshehhi has become the first UAE national to attain the certification of Ikebana Instructor from the esteemed Ohara School of Ikebana in Japan. Alongside this honor, she was also bestowed with the Ikebana name "Misaki," meaning 'beautiful bloom'. Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangement, carries a history…

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UAE-Japan Forum Empowers Women in Energy Industry, Supported by Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak

In a resounding testament to the commitment towards empowering women in the energy sector, the 16th forum of the UAE-Japan Friendship Committee for Women Career Development was recently convened in Abu Dhabi. The forum, held under the esteemed patronage of Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union, aimed to provide a platform…

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Awakening through Film”: Butheina Kazim’s Cinematic Journey Explored in Vogue and Gucci Bloom’s The Awakening Series

In the latest installment of Vogue and Gucci Bloom's The Awakening series, film curator Butheina Kazim takes center stage, celebrating her journey of self-discovery and inspiration through the world of cinema. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Dibba, a coastal area in the Arabian Peninsula, the fourth film in the series captures Kazim's profound reflection…

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Empowerment Unveiled: Saudi Women’s Triumphs and Transformation Under Vision 2030

A powerful new documentary, titled "Ala Hadden Sawa," is shining a spotlight on the inspiring success stories of Saudi women who have thrived under the leadership of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Produced by the Media Ministry, this documentary captures the voices of women from diverse backgrounds across Saudi Arabia, revealing their…

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Empowering Saudi Women in the Legal Profession: A Paradigm Shift in Roles and Leadership

Saudi women lawyers are expressing their appreciation for the government's support in advancing their careers within the legal field. These women are part of a Riyadh-based forum established by the Saudi Bar Association's training academy. This forum operates in collaboration with the Ministry of Education's agency, which oversees scholarship programs aimed at preparing women for…

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Sudanese woman tells of ‘horrible’ desert journey after expulsion from Tunisia

Under the relentless desert sun, a group of exhausted migrants, including pregnant Sudanese nurse Tafaul Omar, found themselves in a dire situation near the border area between Tunisia and Libya. They claimed to have been arrested by Tunisian authorities and then abandoned in the barren wilderness of the desert, an allegation strongly denied by Tunisia.…

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