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Inside Dubai’s Narnia villa that cost Dh440,000 to transform
Jumeirah home has an Enchanted Forest-themed dining room and a Tibetan meditation room
Kareem Aswad's dining room has a weeping willow hanging overhead. Photo: Kareem Aswad / Karen El-Khazen
Ozwald Boateng collaborates with Poltrona Frau on a furniture collectionOzwald Boateng on expressing his colourful creativity with furniture
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Luxury gift guide for the homeLuxury Christmas gifts for the home
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The bouquet is made of two plants that are thriving because of global warming. Photo: Environmental Leadership CanadaWake up and smell the 'planet's scariest bouquet' of flowers
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From left, magnetic tiles, a drawing projector and a potion-making kit can all spark creativity and entertain for hours. Photo: Mideer; Leerfei; The Den Kit CoChristmas 2023: 12 toys with high play value for boys and girls
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The bouquet is made of two plants that are thriving because of global warming. Photo: Environmental Leadership Canada
Wake up and smell the 'planet's scariest bouquet' of flowers
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Banana peel can be mixed with water to create a thick paste in lieu of store-bought beauty masks. Getty Images
DIY banana face masks and vinegar bug spray to curb food waste
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Earth or garden art by  Vicki Rawlins. Photo: Julie M Gile for Vicki Rawlins
Garden artists creating ephemeral beauty with foraged materials
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Joe and Gaby Bracho live in the Al Bahia area in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The NationalFestive homes: Abu Dhabi couple want daughter to inherit the joys of Christmas
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Chiara Saadi with the Christmas decoration at her villa in the Arabian Ranches in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National Dubai resident keeps nostalgia alive with her Christmas decorations
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Pantone's 2023 colour of the year is Viva Magenta. Photo: PantonePantone unveils Viva Magenta as 2023 Colour of the Year
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Traditional festive colours provide the perfect backdrop for this year's trends. Photo: BloomingdalesChristmas decoration trends for 2022, from metallics to sustainability
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Border Force officers check the passports of passengers arriving at Gatwick Airport  in London, England. Getty ImagesUK government retreat on £38,000 family visa earnings threshold
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Get Santa to drive you home this festive season with Zofeur. Photo: ZofeurSafe Santa: Hand over your car keys to Father Christmas
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Experts warn against co-signing loans for grandchildren. Getty ImagesThree steps to consider when helping your grandchildren financially
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A separation of finances after a divorce may mean changing your spending habits and adapting to a new budget. Getty ImagesFive ways to handle your finances after a divorce
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LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 23: Richarlison of Tottenham Hotspur celebrates with teammates after scoring their team's first goal during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Everton FC at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on December 23, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill / Getty Images)Spurs v Everton ratings: Richarlison 8; McNeil 5
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Plant diets failing pregnant women
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Sean Parker is the general manager at My Second Home, the UAE's largest luxury pet resort and spa in Dubai. Antonie Robertson / The NationalDay in the Life: Dubai doggy day care boss on puppy pool parties
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Dubai student helps stray animals with home-made dog biscuits
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Cats dumped in Al Falah desert looking for homes – here's how to help
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