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LUISA ABUCHAIBE

head dubai March 28, 2020 2 Comments

I doubted my identity.
My name, my believes, my security, my lenguage.
I let go the feeling to act on what others think.
I forgot about being on time and I started to focus instead in the idea to stay present.
I replaced the pain with watching a sunrise, a sunset.
With running around the broken streets in Bali and feeling the heat of the sun.
My fears with dancing under the rain letting my hair become tangled, dirty and messy.
I forgot with the idea of being perfect, trying instead to breath deeply everyday with freedom, with intention.
I started breathing with passion, observing and analizing the beauty around me.
I let myself to be in danger, to understand that I can be vulnerable and strong at the same time.
I understood that there is nothing to worry about it, as life gives you what you need and takes from you what feels permanent.
I lost my path, my goals, my vision.
To enjoy the darkness and appreciate the light when I am able to see it.
Sometimes I thought about my memories, what should or would be different.
I stopped and I told myself to let it go.
I started to focus in the injustice of the world to feel grateful for my fortune: my family, friends, the people I am getting to know , the ones that will leave my path, my rooftop, food, body and health.
I left behind the ideas of what I thought I was, to accept new beginnings.
I let the anxiety transform in desire.
The sadness in music.
The loneliness in contemplation.
I fighted myself, to figure out the rythem of my heart

If you look at this you may be thinking: This Colombian feeling sexy at her perfect life in Bali. Well let me tell you that, there is not such a perfect life, there is not such a thing. We all go through so many metamorphosis and before becoming a butterfly you most need to grow in a cocoon. I have been bullied plenty of times since I was a child:
•You are not beautiful enough than… ( I lived all my high school thinking I’m ugly that’s why I choose to play futbol, teakwondo, taichi, reiki, and the I decided to become a dancer to team up with women that are in another level of spirituality.
• You are not as talent as. I was doubted if I draw what I do as a “ pretty woman and a dancer can’t achieve anything more than be beautiful on a stage or a camera) •Maybe was your brothers or your bf who did it. ( one of my ex’s back in Colombia is a very talented artist )
•You won’t succeed in VFX as was taken as silly as my English was horrible when I starter studying again in Canada.
I’m a professional dancer from stage, I have won awards around the world in this field and as well in my area as VFX artist. I learned English by myself after being bullied in Canada during my studies and harassed by some classmates as I got a job first than them in the industry.
This didn’t stopped me, I kept going growing and understanding that I need to use this pain to motivate myself as anyone can believe on you, if you don’t give yourself credit.
I don’t care to be the most talented, beautiful, I care to be compassionate, live by example and have empathy and trust with the people I work with and then I become friends with.
My career has become my life, I guess that’s why I’m single. I was bullied as I was not fitness enough, not beautiful enough as I work so hard in VFX trying to accomplish my dreams. That’s not enough for certain men.
Someone said once: If you want to open a business find a problem.
I am that problem, I have to pay visas anywhere I go as I’m Colombian. I had to get one to come to Indonesia! I have to work so hard to become a Canadian citizen and have travel privileges. Colombians are passionate and hard workers more than drugs and war.

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UAE: TRA unblocks Skype for Business, Google Hangouts amid COVID-19 outbreak

head dubai March 26, 2020 No Comments

Dubai: The UAE’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced the availability of five applications to support distance learning and remote working amid the coronavirus pandemic.

On Tuesday, the TRA explained that residents will now be able to use Microsoft Teams, Zoom and Blackboard, which are available on all networks in the country. Microsoft Skype for Business and Google Hangouts are compatible with fixed internet networks.

In a statement, the telecom authority said: “In context of the current situation, and as part of the TRA’s efforts to support distance learning and working from home, the TRA – in coordination with the UAE telecom operators – announces the availability of a group of applications, exceptionally until further notice.”

The announcement was made following the UAE’s decision to make distance learning mandatory, and after a number of employees started to work from home as part of precautionary measures to prevent the spread of the coronavirus COVID-19.

The regulator said it will periodically review the list of available applications.

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COVID-19: Abu Dhabi banks offer loan and financial relief to customers affected by coronavirus

head dubai March 26, 2020 No Comments

Dubai: Abu Dhabi-based banks have announced a package of initiatives to support the emirate’s individuals and businesses as the country fights the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), in line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.

First Abu Dhabi Bank, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank Group and Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank in coordination with the Abu Dhabi Department of Finance and Department of Economic Development, have put together 17 financial initiatives for individuals and SMEs.

All Abu Dhabi banks had announced last week various measures to support their customers affected by coronavirus outbreak.

Relief for retail customers include:

– Payment deferral of 3 months for retail loans of affected customers with zero charges and interest waived for the deferral period

– Interest-free installment offers on loans for school tuition until June 30

– A payment deferral of one month will be available on request for all customers holding personal loans, auto loans and / or mortgage loans with no service charge

– Reduction in bank charges by 50 per cent on early settlement of loans for eligible customers (until June 30)

– An increase in the Loan to Value ratio (LTV) by 5 per cent for first-time home buyers

– Full refund of processing fees for foreign currency credits on cards for due to cancellation of travel plans, and

– Reduction of 50 per cent in late payment charges on credit cards.

For SME customers, these banks will defer up to three months of installments for all loan types. The banks are also working with all customers to ascertain the COVID-19 impact on their cash flows, to provide further support in loan restructuring or deferment.

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US approves $2 trillion stimulus

head dubai March 26, 2020 No Comments

Washington: The US Senate approved a historic $2 trillion rescue plan to respond to the economic and health crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic, putting pressure on Congress to pass the bill quickly and send it to President Donald Trump for his signature.

The massive legislation passed on a 96-0 vote after days of intense negotiations between Senate Republicans and Democrats, who demanded changes to the bill introduced last week by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell.

The package includes an unprecedented injection of loans, tax breaks and direct payments for major corporations and individual taxpayers to help the US economy get through an abrupt shutdown as people avoid social interaction and businesses close to keep from spreading the coronavirus.

More than 68,000 people in the US have been infected with the deadly respiratory disease and some economists warn that unemployment could hit 30 per cent.

The House was scheduled to vote on the legislation Friday. Trump had urged Congress to act “without delay” and said he would sign the legislation immediately.

Who gets what

The package provides for about $500 billion in loans and assistance for big companies, including struggling airlines, as well as states and cities. There is a separate pot of about $350 billion for small businesses.

$800billion

What the US passed as economic stimulus during the financial crisis of 2008.

For individuals the package provides direct payments to lower- and middle-income Americans of $1,200 for each adult, as well as $500 for each child. Unemployment insurance would be vastly expanded. There also is money for hospitals, some of which are on the verge of being overwhelmed.

The size of the stimulus package is unprecedented, dwarfing the approximately $800 billion Obama stimulus that passed five months after the 2008 financial crash. Together with Federal Reserve actions, the legislation amounted to a $6 trillion stimulus, according to White House economic adviser Larry Kudlow, or about 30 per cent of annual GDP.

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COVID-19: Medical fitness test waived, residency visas to be automatically renewed for labourers, domestic helpers in the UAE

head dubai March 26, 2020 No Comments

Abu Dhabi: Labourers and domestic workers whose residency visas and labour permits expired will be exempted from medical fitness tests and their visas will be renewed automatically, it was annouced late on Wednesday.

The automatic renewal applies only to those working for establishments as well as domestic service workers, according to the announcement.

The move was announced by the Ministry of Human resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE), Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP,) and the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (FAIC), as a precaution to contain the coronavirus.

As per this precautionary measure, workers will not need to approach medical fitness centres, which will be shut down temporarily across the country.

Fees will be levied through payment channels and hence workers will continue their stay in the country legally.

Abu Dhabi: Labourers and domestic workers whose residency visas and labour permits expired will be exempted from medical fitness tests and their visas will be renewed automatically, it was annouced late on Wednesday.

The automatic renewal applies only to those working for establishments as well as domestic service workers, according to the announcement.

The move was announced by the Ministry of Human resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE), Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP,) and the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (FAIC), as a precaution to contain the coronavirus.

As per this precautionary measure, workers will not need to approach medical fitness centres, which will be shut down temporarily across the country.

Fees will be levied through payment channels and hence workers will continue their stay in the country legally.

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𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐚 𝐏𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐧

head dubai March 25, 2020 No Comments

Who is Livia Pillmann?
According to Pillmann’s Insta, she’s a “girl who is ahardcore ninja that wears pretty shoes”. A funky bright red has been her winter color this year because her last few posts has been of her rocking that color. From the famous red suit she wore at the Oscars to a firetruck-red leather jacket, she’s been sporting this color for the last few weeks. Livia appears to be extremely excited about being in Los Angeles and working with the fashion brand BEBE.

Livia Pillmann

I’m from Hungary. Love to spend time at home.

In Hungary I shot campaign for Retro in Budapest last summer. Appeared in Elle Hungary with a Fashion editorial.

It was a really fun shoot. We were shooting in Joshua tree and had a blast. I love to shoot in nature, beautiful places like this really makes my job more enjoyable although it was also very hot. We had a fantastic team.

I live in Los Angeles currently. I adore the city, I moved here to pursue my acting career. I am beyond excited to challenge myself in entertainment industry and be a part of those unique artist who make you feel and help the world to be a better place to live. I would like to participate in movies that will inspire the next generation.
I shot some TV commercials here in Los Angeles for Borderlands and Dave and Busters amongst others.
Future Aspects

Bebe Campaign is currently on billboards. Loved working with the brand !
Livia was seen in the new campaign for Heroes Motors.
Worked with workout brands such as Aloyoga.


I have been always very athletic. When I was younger I used to play soccer in school, I still play sometimes. In the past years I started martial Arts such as kickboxing and jiu-jitsu. I like to be active, it’s very important for me to feel good in my body.

Worked with Armani

This shoot was for a swimwear designer Dos Gardenias campaign. We shot in Hawaii with An absolutely fantastic team. Hawaii is beautiful and I would love to go back for a holiday !

Maxim magazine editorial – shot in Los Angeles.

Dolce magazine Los Angeles

Been in many issue of GENLUX magazine

Charity galas I attended :
LACMA GALA Los Angeles
Elton John’ AIDS Foundation Los Angeles
Unitas gala, New York
Hollywood for the global Oceans , Los Angeles

Shot for music video for Grandma rock band.
– I enjoyed the shoot very much. One of those days you will remember forever. Really cool shoot with a talented team!
Dave& Buster’s commercial
Sama eyewear campaigns
Behind the scenes at fashion shows

I did several fashion weeks in Paris, London , Miln and New York. Shows are really fun to walk!

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Laila Ait Rahou

head dubai March 25, 2020 1 Comment

As I have in my background experience and expertise in marketing media and with the high impact in social media I decided to change my Instagram account from private to public to be an influencer in lifestyle Fashion / beauty as well as Travel, photo; Technology

In few months I moved from 1000 followers to 63000 thanks to my connections and my belief to start Sharing with my followers all best plans in all the above Lifestyle Fashion / beauty as well as Travel, photo; Technology as well as well and sharing all important things

 

I shared my daily ou key things as well as tips that helped me to know my sikness as I have fibromyalgia and this is not well known in many countries to help people to save time and learn ( it took me a lot of check up s over Morocco and Netherland but when went to usa I had the proper diagnosis and I started to know how to manage this
My intention is in addition to share what I love doing I want to become a person that helps others association ….And I m interested to develop this part as a new challenge as I succeed in business.

So I want to influence and support and help people and brands in sharing the right content and knowledge as I read a lot to become one of the best influencer in the future

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First of its kind tear-drop shaped star and that’s not the only thing special about it

head dubai March 20, 2020 No Comments

Amateur astronomers detected abnormal behaviour in a star, but thye did not know that they were looking at an entirely unknown type.

The star is known as HD74423 is first of its kind as it is tear shaped and pulsates only on one side.

According to CNN, the astronomers first spotted the anomaly in data captured by NASA’s latest planet-hunting space satellite TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite).

TESS is a space telescope for NASA’s Explorers program, designed to search for exoplanets, planets outside our solar system.

“What first caught my attention was the fact it was a chemically peculiar star,” Simon Murphy, study co-author and postdoctoral researcher from the Sydney Institute for Astronomy at the University of Sydney was quoted as saying.

“Stars like this are usually fairly rich with metals — but this is metal poor, making it a rare type of hot star.”

The star is about 1.7 times the mass of our sun. And they saw it pulsating — but just on one side of the star, a heartbeat blinking at us from a great distance.

Stars pulsating is not a new phenomenon for scientists. Even the sun’s surface pulsates. But HD74423 is unique because every other star has fluctuations across its entire surface.

But why is it so? As space.com explains it: “That turns out to be because the star is a binary star, accompanied by a red dwarf star that is much smaller than our own sun. As the red dwarf whips around its larger companion every two days, its gravity pulls on HD74423. This tug distorts the surface of the larger star into a teardrop shape, also distorting the oscillations.”

According to the website, TESS was able to observe variations in the star’s brightness during this distortion. The data was posted on the crowdsourcing website Planet Hunters TESS, where citizen scientists noticed that something different.

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Coronavirus: All you need to know about UAE visa restrictions

head dubai March 20, 2020 No Comments

Dubai: The overnight announcements on visa and travel restrictions in the UAE to check the spread of coronavirus has raised several questions, as residents and visitors, both within and outside the country, are seeking more details on the directives, claiming they have huge repercussions for them.

Late Wednesday night, the UAE suspended the entry of all valid visa holders, who are currently out of the country for a renewable period of two weeks effective from noon on Thursday (March 19). Earlier in the day, the Federal Authority for Citizenship and Identity temporarily suspended issue of all visas on arrival from 1 am Thursday. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation also announced a temporary ban on citizens travelling abroad, starting from Wednesday, until further notice.

Ever since the news came out, hundreds of readers have been reaching out to Gulf News for details.

Their concerns are varied: An expat father, currently overseas, wanting to know if his residence visa would be cancelled as he would complete 180 days outside the country on March 26; a mother on tourist visa that is due to expire on April 9 wondering if she can extend the visa as she does not wish to fly back to Pakistan under the current circumstances; a group of students with pre-approved visas at Dubai International seeking a resolution to their entry ban; a US passenger with an eight-hour layover in Dubai Airport en route Afghanistan asking if he will be quarantined for two weeks; an elderly couple back from New York asking if they should self-quarantine; and so on.