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If you scroll through Aylish Rutherford’s social media pages, you’d never suspect that the 27-year-old founder of The Wellness Club was once plagued by negative body image. Her Instagram feeds promote healthy lifestyle practices and self-acceptance and love, while optimising one’s health and well-being. She doesn’t shy away from showing what her own body looks like – from flexed and fabulous to the cellulite on her legs and a post-dinner tummy bloat. “I haven’t always had good body image,” admitted the Dubai-based lifestyle coach. “I started my Instagram in around 2017, when I got into fitness, to control how my…
Elena Rybakina showcased her mettle by coming from behind to defeat Danielle Collins and book her place in the quarterfinals of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open where she joins Barbora Krejčíková and Liudmila Samsonova and Cristina Bucșa, who were also winners on day six of the competition. Having dispatched former World Number. 1 Naomi Osaka in straight sets on Tuesday, it was no surprise Collins started the match in confident fashion, storming through a first set at fast pace and producing some great tennis. The set went with serve until Collins broke her opponent at 4-4, subsequently going on to…
You should not be browsing online, streaming, shopping, or downloading content, without protecting yourself and your virtual identity. In this day and age, our entire lives are on our computers and phones. Sensitive information like passwords, credit card numbers and social security numbers are just sitting on our devices, waiting for a savvy hacker to sweep them up. Thankfully there are some simple security measures we can use to prevent attacks. Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are an easy way to add a buffer to your security, and access restricted content from around the world. VPNs are premium subscription services though,…
Centuries ago, people were tarred and feathered as a form of social boycott. According to Pegasus magazine, cancel culture can find its roots in the 1880s with the Irish, and later gained momentum as a potent social and political tool, notably during the civil rights movement, exemplified by Rosa Parks’ pivotal role in the Montgomery bus boycott. Today, cancel culture has become a hashtag. It has not spared actors, directors, musicians, influencers, and even comedians, who seemed to be allowed to joke about everything, who now stand ‘cancelled’. However, these ‘cancellations,’ have led to people becoming more vocal about unacceptable…
Dear Parents, I have always wondered if we parents have a concept of what we want for our children as we raise our young ones through all the societal pressures and domestic challenges. Do we ask ourselves, “What do I want my child to be and to have?” and make a list of attributes and acquisitions? In all probability, we do, and the list will include education, good health, sufficient wealth and virtuous conduct as imperatives for a happy life, and we go the extra mile to secure them a future that will be rated as ‘successful’ in the eyes…
25th Gulf Engineering Forum Caps Off as a Resounding Success Dubai, UAE, February 8, 2024: The 25th Gulf Engineering Forum (GEF), held under the patronage of Sheikh Rashid bin Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Supreme President of the Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences, concluded its two-day proceedings with great success on February 8, 2024, at the at the prestigious Al Ras Ballroom, InterContinental Dubai Festival City. Organized by the UAE Society of Engineers in collaboration with the Gulf Engineering Union, under the overarching theme, “Smart Engineering for a Sustainable Future,” the forum successfully…
Apple TV is easily one of the best streaming devices you can get, hands down. It’s a gateway to all your streaming services like Netflix and Disney+, and it can be used for gaming, fitness, music streaming, and other fun and helpful apps. But therein lies the problem — there’s almost too much to do with the Apple TV, so much so that over time, your device’s home screen can get pretty crowded with apps. The good news is that you can clean things up pretty easily, either by offloading apps you don’t use, but want to keep in the…
Authorities in Abu Dhabi have announced rolling road closures on Friday because of the UAE Tour Women cycling race. The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) in Abu Dhabi on Thursday said that there will be rolling closures in certain parts of the UAE capital from 12.30pm to 4.30pm. The second stage of the Tour will take place from Al Mirfa Bab Al Nojoum to Madinat Zayed. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. As per the map provided provided by ITC, the first closure will take place from 12.30pm to 12.55pm followed by the second…
LegoLand’s Year of the Dragon Festivities The magic of LegoLand transforms into a realm of enchantment from February 9 to 18. Lantern-lit pathways, mesmerising parades, and interactive experiences such as making wishes on a giant Lego wishing wall await visitors. Engage in the Lucky Red Envelope hunt, and let the festivities of the Year of the Dragon unfold in a world of bricks and imagination. Dragon Feast at SHI, Bluewaters Island, Dubai Embark on a culinary journey at SHI, where the Dragon Feast unfolds from February 5 to 11. Traditional Chinese dishes take centre stage, promising a gastronomic adventure that…
Dr Victoria Mountford, Lead Psychologist and Eating Disorder Service Lead at Sage Clinics in Dubai, breaks down the most common EDs, their triggers, signs and symptoms, and the support needed on the road to recovery. 1. Anorexia nervosa Psychological triggers: All ED’s will have similar triggers including dieting, and stressful situations such as family discord, loss, transitions, abuse or bullying, or school or work stress. Factors including low self-esteem, a tendency to be anxious or perfectionistic. Signs and symptoms: Extreme preoccupation with controlling food, weight and shape leading to being significantly underweight. Physical signs include constant fatigue, feeling cold, hair…