100 MILLION MEALS CAMPAIGN

Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid, the vice president and Ruler of Dubai has set up the '100 million meals campaign'

It's set to be one of the biggest food drives ever. The plan is to get 100 million free meals to 20 countries in the region to people who need it.

Anyone can donate, as little as 10 dirhams.

Go check it out - 100millionmeals.ae

PRINCE HARRY WILL ATTEND PRINCE PHILIP'S FUNERAL

It has been confirmed that Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, will be attending his grandfather Prince Philip’s funeral in the UK on April 17th without his wife Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex who was advised by doctors not to travel due to her pregnancy.

The funeral will take place at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle and only 30 family members will attend the funeral in accordance with the UK government's COVID-19 guidelines. Prince Harry was close to his grandfather and would keep in touch via video calls since moving to California.

Queen Elizabeth and other members of the royal family will take some time off and enter a two-week period of mourning following Prince Philips death. 

GRANDE WEDDING BELLS

Ariana Grande is set to get married this summer.

Apparently an early summer wedding is on the books where Ariana will tie the knot with her Real Estate fiance Dalton Gomez.

Theyve been together for a little over a year, and are planning an intimate wedding.

We'll be keeping the whole summer free! *AWAITING OUR INVITE*

HARRY & MEGHAN ANNOUNCE FIRST NETFLIX SERIES

The couple will produce their first TV series through Archewell Productions and focus on those competing in the Invictus Games for injured veterans in The Hague in 2022. The project will be done in partnership with The Invictus Games Foundation. The sporting event was delayed from 2020 until next spring because of the pandemic.

Titled "Heart of Invictus", the documentary series will include stories of athletes and organisers as they get ready for the multi-sport event. The Invictus Games was created in 2014 by Prince Harry, who served as a soldier in Afghanistan.

“Our focus will be on creating content that informs but also gives hope,” the couple said when the deal was announced. “As new parents, making inspirational family programming is also important to us.”

KIM K OFFICIALLY A BILLIONAIRE!

Kim Kardashian West is officially a billionaire, according to an estimate from Forbes, making her debut on the exclusive global list only one year after her younger sister Kylie Jenner fell off of it.

Her net worth reached $1 billion US dollars thanks to her cosmetics and clothing interests as well as income from TV, endorsement deals and investments. She is now one of the 2,755 figures on Forbes' World's Billionaires List. 

Congrats Kimmy K! 

BRIDGERTON: SEASON 2 SHOCKER

If you're looking forward to the second season of Bridgerton, Netflix's hit historical drama, dont be dissapointed when we tell you that Rege-Jean Page who played the Duke of Hastings wont be back.

They announced the sad news on Twitter saying that Simon's presence will be missed on-screen, but he will always be a part of the Bridgerton family.

Oh nooooooooo! See yah Simon! 

ARIANA JOINING "THE VOICE"

Ariana Grande is joining 'The Voice' when it kicks off for Season 21, replacing Nick Jonas. 

"surprise !!! i am beyond thrilled, honored, excited to be joining @kellyclarkson @johnlegend @blakeshelton next season ~ season 21 of @nbcthevoice!" She shared on Instagram. 

Yay! We can't wait to see you on there Ari! 

DUBAI WORLD CUP 2021

It was an incredible 25th Dubai World Cup 2021 show this year with a very moving tribute to HH Sheikh Hamden Bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The evening skies lit up with a beautiful drone display to Honor the late Sheikh. 

Congratulations to Mystic Guide, from Godolphin’s American operation who won the $12 million race! 

HH SHEIKH HAMDAN BIN RASHID PASSES AWAY

HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Minister of Finance, has sadly passed away. He was the longest serving UAE minister.

His brother, HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, announced Sheikh Hamdan's passing today (Wednesday).

A mourning period of 10 days was been declared in Dubai, with flags flying at half-mast and work suspended in government departments and institutions for three days, starting on Thursday.

Prayers will be performed in mosques tonight after the Maghrib prayer. They will be restricted to family members due to Covid-19 restrictions.

Radio 1 grieves with the rest of the UAE during this difficult time.  May he rest in peace

NEW UAE REMOTE WORKING VISA

A one-year residency permit for remote workers in the UAE has been announced. 

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, announced that overseas remote working professionals could live in the Emirates while continuing to serve their employers in their home country.

This will help attract more talent to the region and boost business opportunities. 

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Errrytime you step out during summer! #uaeproblems ; )

What a year! #2020challenge

What a year its been!  Sonya Mac took the #2020challenge

We're a 6..what about you?

What a week!  Currently we're no.6...you?

Sheikh Mohamed sends aid & his prayers

HH Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has said "Our thoughts & prayers are with our Lebanese brothers & sisters during these trying times" after the horrific explosion in Beirut Port this week

The UAE has shown its support by rushing urgent medical aid to Lebanon to assist those affected

Burj lights up for Lebanon

Our thoughts & prayers are with the people of Lebanon after a horrific explosion ripped through Beirut last night

The Burj Khalifa lit up in solidarity

Naima chats to Priyanka Chopra

Naima chatted to @priyankachopra at the International Government Communication Forum.

Dane & Chiara chat to the first Arab woman to climb Everest

It’s International Women’s Day today & Dane & Chiara chat to the first Arab woman to climb Mount Everest from the Northeast Ridge. Dubai-based Jordanian Dolores Al Shelleh scaled the world’s tallest peak (8,839-metres) in Nepal from its toughest route.

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We love this, great work UAE!

We love this, great work UAE!