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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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Dwayne Johnson has previously spoken about his love of hitting the gym before the sun comes up. Photo: Dwayne Johnson / Instagram
Should you be working out at 4am like Hollywood?

A-listers swear by it, but does putting in work when it's dark add extra spark to gym sessions? Here's what the experts think

WellbeingApril 20, 2023
Al Ain Zoo is home to jaguars, chimpanzees, flamingos, emus and crocodiles. Photo: Al Ain Zoo
Fun for under Dh50 — bees, Bronze Age and barbecues

From animals in Al Ain to honey in Hatta, here are 10 activities offering plenty of bang for your buck

Things to doApril 15, 2023
Take into account the type of sleeper you are and the temperature of the bedroom when selecting mattresses, pillows, duvets and sheets. Photo: Deconovo / Unsplash
How to choose the best bedding for better sleep

From mattress layers and duvet togs to sheet thread counts, creating a comfortable environment is critical for quality shut-eye

Home & GardenApril 11, 2023
Helena Shaw (Phoebe Waller-Bridge) and Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford) aim to recover a world-changing ancient artefact in Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. Photo: Lucasfilm Ltd
Easter eggs in Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

The fifth film in the franchise pays homage to previous movies, with a Star Wars reference too

Arts & CultureApril 10, 2023
Visit the Children's Museum at Louvre Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Free things to do in the UAE, from ghost villages to flamingos

Put away your purse and wrap up your wallet, these activities won’t cost you a fil

Things to doApril 08, 2023
From left, Elvis, Adele and Britney Spears have all had residencies in Las Vegas. Getty Images
What's behind the Las Vegas residency renaissance?

Celine Dion sparked the recent flurry of chart-toppers headlining extended showcases, though their roots stretch back to the '50s

Arts & CultureApril 06, 2023
Margot Robbie as Barbie in the film. Photo: Warner Bros
Barbie movie 2023: Cast, release date and trailer

The movie based on the world-famous children’s toy features an A-list cast including Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, Helen Mirren and Dua Lipa

FilmApril 05, 2023
Walking pads are designed to fit under desks to be used during the working day and fold up to half their size. Photo: Motorwalk; Marshal Fitness
Walking pad - the treadmill trending on TikTok

The latest fitness fad means exercise can be added into any part of the working day

LifestyleApril 04, 2023
The jellyfish parent lacks authority or gives in to their children to avoid confrontation. Getty Images
Helicopter, dolphin or tiger — what type of parent are you?

From the relaxed to the pushy, protective to the no-nonsense, psychologists in the UAE outline the pros and lows of each

Home & GardenMarch 30, 2023
Blurring make-up has gone mainstream thanks to social media, with users seeking the same effects that online filters provide. Photos: Huda Beauty, Peter Kalonji / Unsplash, YSL Beauty
A guide to blurring make-up and Instagram's cosmetic influence

The next generation of primers, foundations and powders utilise light-reflecting technology to create the illusion of 'airbrushed' skin

Fashion & BeautyMarch 27, 2023
Yoga mats come in a range of materials, thickness and durability. Photo: Peggy und Marco Lachmann-Anke / Pixabay
Yoga mats — how to pick the right one and look after it

Choosing the correct one may seem like a stretch, but these tips from seasoned yogis may help straighten things out

LifestyleMarch 26, 2023
Creed III has been hailed as the latest addition to the masculine melodrama cinematic genre. Photo: MGM
What are masculine melodramas and 'male weepie' films?

Interest has piqued in the male counterpart of chick flicks — sports movies, war films and bromance stories

Film & TVMarch 21, 2023
An aerial view of the 20-hectare Steventon House estate in Hampshire, England where author Jane Austen grew up. Photo: Knight Frank and Savills
Jane Austen’s childhood home on sale for $10.3 million

Set in a 20-hectare property, the six-bedroom Georgian home is in Hampshire, England

Home & GardenMarch 21, 2023
From left, Scott Eastwood, Kaia Gerber and Ben Stiller are considered 'nepo babies', a team linked to enjoying industry connections courtesy of having famous parents. AFP
How to raise a nepo baby in six easy steps

Our easy guide to raising future stars. Non-famous parents need not attempt

Pop CultureMarch 18, 2023
From left, Justice Smith, Sophia Lillis, Chris Pine and Michelle Rodriguez in Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. Photo: Paramount Pictures
Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves trailer and release date

Knights, elves, wizards, thieves and dragons abound in the latest film to adapt the fantasy board game for the big screen

Arts & CultureMarch 18, 2023
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