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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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Volkan Yilmaz has caused jaws to drop on TikTok as he cuts up designer bags, purses and shoes to evaluate their leather and craftmanship. Photos: @TannerLeatherstein
Turkish TikToker builds following cutting up designer bags online

Volkan Yilmaz has found a global audience as millions watch him slice up Chanel and Dior bags

FashionDecember 19, 2022
Enjoy an array of simple activities, such as baking Christmas cookies to cutting out paper snowflakes, this festive season. Photos: Monika Grabkowska, Kelly Sikkema / Unsplash
6 cheap and easy Christmas activities to keep children busy

From a neighbourhood scavenger hunt to a sweet sorting game, there are plenty of fun things to do at home this festive season…

FamilyDecember 18, 2022
Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Quicksilver, left, and Elizabeth Olsen as Scarlet Witch in Avengers: Age of Ultron. Disney / Marvel
The 10 most expensive films of all time

Avatar: The Way of Water reportedly cost $350 million to make — but where does it rank against big-budget blockbusters?

Film & TVDecember 15, 2022
The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle bows to the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II at the Palace of Westminster in London on September 14, 2022. AFP
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Why women curtsy and how fashion dictates this show of respect

From Meghan’s crash course in deference to who Kate, Princess of Wales, does and does not have to curtsy to in the royal family…

Arts & CultureDecember 15, 2022
Unlike other cancers, the symptoms of colon cancer can be subtle and not immediately recognised. Accuray / Unsplash
How is colon cancer diagnosed: factors, symptoms and prevention

With subtle symptoms that are often overlooked, unhealthy lifestyles and irregular screening, the disease can spread fast and undetected

WellbeingDecember 14, 2022
The buzz cut in the military dates back to the Roman empire; it also remains an enduring classic fashion style. Getty Images
Why do male military recruits get a buzz cut before enlisting?

BTS star Jin has shared his new look ahead of starting mandatory service

LifestyleDecember 13, 2022
Avatar, which was released in 2009, became the highest-grossing movie of all time, and fans are finally getting their sequel. Photo: 20th Century Studios
All about Avatar 2: Title, release date, plot and more

A new trailer for the long-awaited sequel to the 2009 blockbuster has audiences excited for the next instalment, which hits cinemas this week

FilmDecember 12, 2022
The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause, left, and The Knight Before Christmas have been named among the worst Christmas films of all time. Photos: Walt Disney Pictures, Netflix
10 of the worst Christmas films including Home Alone 4

Christmas Day massacres, terrifying Nutcracker rats, a snowman dad and a whole lot of amnesia put these cinematic turkeys firmly on the naughty list

Film & TVDecember 07, 2022
Lindsay Lohan's new soft drink advert has created a novel beverage that's gone viral. Photos: Pepsi / Gemma White
What is pilk? Lindsay Lohan’s viral Pepsi mix explained

If you’re looking for a new festive beverage to sip on this season, why not try mixing cola with milk?

Pop CultureDecember 05, 2022
Traditional festive colours provide the perfect backdrop for this year's trends. Photo: Bloomingdales
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Christmas decoration trends for 2022, from metallics to sustainability

Timeless traditions and winter wonderland themes take centre stage this festive season

HomeNovember 28, 2022
Joe Jonas recently revealed he lost out on the titular role of The Amazing Spider-Man to British actor Andrew Garfield. Photo: Getty Images
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12 stars who lost out on major roles: Dwayne Johnson, Emma Stone, Kaley Cuoco and more

Can you imagine Matthew McConaughey as Jack from Titanic? How about John Krasinski as Captain America? Here are the mega movie roles A-list stars missed out on…

Film & TVNovember 27, 2022
Tim Allen reprises his role as Scott Calvin aka Father Christmas in this Disney series reboot of the beloved 1994 film. Photo: Disney
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Disney series The Santa Clauses is a sweet reboot worth watching

The first episode of the TV reboot sets the big guy up for retirement

Film & TVNovember 20, 2022
A food hamper or a plasma ball are two easy presents you can keep on hand. Photos: Marks and Spencer; Kira auf der Heide / Unsplash; Gresus
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Twelve ideas for last-minute presents — vouchers, painting and Lego

Stay on top of any unexpected situations by keeping a small stash of items ready

LifestyleNovember 17, 2022
Left, Fifa's official podcast Play On mixes sport and music; right, The Forgotten XI explores the history of the women's game. Photo: Fifa; Apple Podcasts
Eight football podcasts worth listening to for World Cup banter

Ex-players, TV coaches and armchair supporters all pitch in. Here are some of the most popular and little-known shows available

World CupNovember 17, 2022
'The Crown' stars Dominic West and Elizabeth Debicki discuss their roles and more in the hit show's accompanying podcast 'The Crown: The Official Podcast'. Photo: Netflix
Six podcasts that accompany TV shows, from ‘The Crown’ to ‘Dawson’s Creek’

If you’ve binge-watched a series and want to know more, download one of these and go behind the scenes

Film & TVNovember 16, 2022
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