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Gemma White

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Gemma White is a contributor for The National working across a range of topics for the Arts & Culture and Lifestyle departments. She moved to the UAE in 2005, and has worked as an editor for the past 10 years, including for Ahlan!, Scene and OK! Middle East. Her writing has appeared in Time Out, Grazia, Gulf News, Khaleej Times, Cosmopolitan, Emirates Woman, Vogue Arabia, and more.
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Practises such as grounding are said to benefit overall health. Photo: Adobe
What your feet can tell you about your overall health

TikTok trend extolls the benefits of standing in Epsom salts before bed to aid in sleep

LifestyleAugust 09, 2026
Rashika Jesani, seen here with her son, says receiving an ADHD diagnosis was a lightbulb moment. Photo: Rashika Jesani, Nick Donaldson / The National
ADHD diagnosis in women: ‘First there was relief, then came the grief'

From learning self-compassion to lamenting lost opportunities, here they share their experiences with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

LifestyleAugust 07, 2026
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What is reverse SAD? Understanding the summer blues and how to beat them

Seasonal affective disorder not limited to colder months with rising temperatures also impacting mood

WellbeingJuly 31, 2026
Sheer milky pinks and glossy nails are on trend this season. Photo: We Nails
Do your nails need a break this summer? Tips and trends for nail health

From busting myths to the best shapes and colours for the season, three UAE experts share their top tips

Fashion & BeautyJuly 29, 2026
Summer camps are eschewed this year in favour of saving some money and spending time entertaining the kids at home. Photo: Gemma White
Skipping summer camps: A week in the life of a UAE mum over the school holiday

Balancing working from home while looking after three boys aged 13, 11 and seven is more challenging than I anticipated

LifestyleJuly 28, 2026
Luxury at Huvafen Fushi is as much about seclusion as it is about dedicated service. Photo: Huvafen Fushi
Stargazing, sea views and secluded space at Huvafen Fushi in the Maldives

From an underwater spa to snorkelling with turtles, step off the speedboat and into blissful island life

TravelJuly 09, 2026
Facials have advanced well beyond the traditional cleanse, tone, mask and moisturise. Photo: Sensasia Spas
Non-invasive facials for lifting, brightening and hydration

Developments in lasers, DNA serums and radiofrequency have broadened and advanced skincare treatments

Fashion & BeautyJune 27, 2026
The over-optimisation trend is often enabled by social media and tracking devices. Getty Images
Is the optimisation mindset dangerous or a driving force?

It's simply not possible to give 100 per cent to work and life every day, say experts, sharing how to stay ambitious without falling foul of hustle culture

WellbeingJune 24, 2026
Poor posture can lead to pain and discomfort. Getty Images
Poor posture has mental and physical consequences: Here's how to fix it

Correct posture isn’t one-stance-fits-all, but there are plenty of small adjustments and exercises that can help you feel better aligned in mind and body

LifestyleJune 22, 2026
Make time for hobbies you love or learn a new skill to break away from instant-gratification habits. Getty Images
Don't hurry, be happy: Why a slow dopamine hit trumps instant gratification

Experts recommend activities where the reward is earned as an antidote to quick hormone spikes from social media or fast food

WellbeingJune 14, 2026
Bullseye and Jessie square up to new character Lilypad in Toy Story 5. Photo: Disney / Pixar
What Toy Story 5 teaches about balancing technology and traditional play

Latest film in the popular franchise addresses screen time and effects of tech on childhood friendships

LifestyleJune 12, 2026
Messinia's beaches offer a quieter alterntive to island hotspots and big cities. Getty Images
Messinia captures the myth and magic of Greece without the tourist mayhem

Roam ancient ruins, wander through misty olive groves and enjoy the warmth of the Ionian, only a few hours from Athens

TravelJune 08, 2026
Dubai resident Tania Carmona recently completed the Cocodona250, considered one of the most demanding ultra-marathons. Photo: Tania Carmona
Why women are dominating endurance running – and beating men

From record-breaking ultramarathons to gruelling desert races, female runners in the UAE say the sport offers far more than fitness – combining resilience, adventure and mental escape

WellbeingMay 29, 2026
Robin Uthappa moved to Dubai in 2023, initially staying in Dubailand before moving to a three-storey villa in Al Barsha. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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Robin Uthappa on family life, moving to Dubai and his mental health journey

The former IPL star shares the cricketing and life lessons he is bringing to corporate coaching

LifestyleMay 26, 2026
Banksy's sculpture of a man in a suit, face obscured by a flag, was unveiled in London on April 29, 2026. Getty Images
Follow anonymous artist Banksy's street art trail on your next holiday

Make an artistic detour or plan a holiday around murals and sculptures by the anonymous British guerrilla artist

TravelMay 21, 2026
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