UAE is a land of visionaries, and Emirati women are stepping up, breaking barriers, and redefining what’s possible. And we can see it across industries

Nora Al Matrooshi

Before becoming the UAE’s first female astronaut, Nora Al Matrooshi was a dedicated long-distance swimmer and a gifted artist, often drawing the dreams she wanted to Chase. Her journey shows what’s possible, inspiring pride and young girls to dream bigger.

Khadija Al Bastaki

Khadija is the Senior Vice President of Dubai Design District, part of TECOM Group. Since 2019, she has worked to make d3 a hub where designers, artists, and entrepreneurs can meet, collaborate, and bring ideas to life. In 2023, she helped launch Dubai Fashion Week, giving the city a fresh, global platform for fashion.

Amna Al Qubaisi

Amna is the UAE’s first female racecar driver. She’s not just competing on tracks worldwide, she’s challenging stereotypes, showing that determination and talent know no gender.

Mariam Almheiri

She has worked on protecting the environment, ensuring food security, and promoting climate action. Over the years, she has launched initiatives like the UAE Food Security Strategy and Food Valley, helping the nation produce more, waste less, and embrace innovative solutions. Today, she leads 2PointZero, focusing on sustainable investments, while also representing the UAE in global forums. Her works have shown that caring for the planet is something we can actually achieve when people take action.

Safa Taryam

She helps UAE athletes reach their full potential. She supports them behind the scenes, celebrates their victories, and motivates young Emiratis to follow their passion for sports.

Dr. Aisha Bin Bishr

Aisha is helping make Dubai a smarter city by using technology in ways everyone can use and enjoy. Her vision ensures that innovation touches everyday life, shaping cities that are not only smart but human-centered.

Dr. Fatma Al Hashimi

Fatma works in her lab every day, studying stem cells and looking for ways to help patients feel better. Outside the lab, she loves mentoring young Emirati scientists, always encouraging them to ask questions and pursue their curiosity.

Conclusion

These women show what it means to be ambitious and determined. They remind us that real progress comes from hard work, creativity, and never giving up. With Emirati Women’s Day celebrated just last week, it’s a perfect moment to honor them. The UAE’s story is being written by women like these

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Khloé Kardashian’s stem cell therapy journey in Mexico has everyone talking, some say it’s a game changing wellness breakthrough, others call it celebrity indulgence.  41 years old, Khloé followed her sister Kim to Eterna Health in Los Cabos for Muse stem cell treatment.

She shared, “I work out five days a week, so having something to help with recovery, inflammation and overall wellness is next level,” adding that anti-ageing was “maybe my favorite perk.” adding, “I’m in awe of the science and so hopeful for the future,” her post wasn’t a show off because she expressed a heartfelt dream that one day, “treatments like this will be accessible and affordable to everyone, everywhere,” acknowledging her privilege and feeling “blessed we were able to receive it with such great care.”

Khloe at Eterna Health – Instagram

Muse stem cells are multilineage-differentiating stress-enduring cells, discovered in 2010 by Dr. Mari Dezawa and her team in Japan. Found in bone marrow and other tissues, they continuously circulate in the bloodstream and respond to distress signals, specifically, S1P proteins released by injured tissues. These cells rush to the damaged site to heal and can transform into nearly any cell type from skin, muscle, nerve and are unique in that they seem to avoid forming tumors or triggering strong immune rejection, meaning no long-term immunosuppressants or genetic matching is needed.

This therapy is experimental and still unapproved in the United States. That’s why Khloe had to travel to Mexico for it.  Experts warn of the risks of doing it without regulatory supervision stating that past instances of unregulated stem cell therapies even in the U.S have led to serious complications, such as patients going blind or developing tumors.

Khloe at Eterna health Mexico – Instagram

Public response has been hot. Some support the spotlight on regenerative medicine, while others criticize the Kardashians for flaunting luxury healthcare that most can’t afford. Social media was quick with comments like, “Most people can’t even afford basic healthcare, let alone hop on a plane to Mexico for stem cells,” and another user, a cancer survivor, called the promotions “kind of bullshit,” fearing such visibility might drive up astronomical costs.

Khloé’s post wasn’t just a wellness flex, it was a public enlightenment to inform the public on the evolving frontier of medical tourism and experimental therapy. Her tone was hopeful, her words aspirational, and her message unmistakably tied to doing it for the sake of future accessibility. But her influence also emphasizes the gap between innovation and affordability, privilege and inclusivity.

Khloe and her sister Kim -Instagram

If  this will spark wider acceptance and regulatory advancement or simply show the divide between celebrity access and everyday healthcare is still uncertain. For now, Khloé’s stem cell experience sits between  luxury, science, and the desire for longevity, showing how celebrity-driven wellness can both inspire and alienate.

She’s hoping  that  one day the future can include all of us without the privilege price tag.

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Instagram has become a favourite spot for not just aesthetic pictures and funny reels but also for fitness inspiration.

Following fitnesses influencers on Instagram can help improve your workout routine, lifestyle and overall wellbeing. Here are 6 influencers worth adding to your daily scroll to help improve your fitness.

Kayla Itsines (@kayla_itsines)

Pinterest @Kayla Itsines

Mom and wife, Kayla Itsines is a fitness trainer, author, and co-founder of the Sweat App. She creates beginner friendly effective guides and shows effective workout routines online.

With over 15 million followers, Kayla’s brands is trusted by millions of women around the world especially after her BBG (Bikini Body Guide) programme blew up and was even featured on TV.

She constantly shares workout routines and guides that have accumulated real results for woman all over the world.

Whitney Simmons (@whitneyysimmons)

Pinterest @Whitney Simmons

Whitney Simmons has about 4 million followers on Instagram where she shares workout routines for core body parts including back, abs and butt.

She took a break from working out for over a year due to personal challenges, but came back stronger not just for her fans but also her genuine love for fitness. You can find her and train with her on the AliveApp

Pamela Reif (@pamela_reif)

Pinterest @Pamela Reif

Pamela Reif is 28-year old founder of two brands, @naturallypam and @ela.beauty, an author and entrepreneur with over 9 million followers and a feature in the Forbes 30 under 30 list.

She’s the founder of the Pam App, where she shares recipes and workout routines. She blends workouts, fitness and wellness content on her Instagram page.

Jen Selter (@jenselter)

Pinterest @Jen Selter

Jen Selter is an American fitness sensation and was one of the earliest fitness influencers on Instagram with over 13 million followers on Instagram and over 30 million across different social media platforms.

Her page offers a range of content including motivational content, wellness content, workout routines and many more.

Simeon Panda (@simeonpanda)

Pinterest @Simeon Panda

Simeon Panda is a fitness entrepreneur and natural fitness bodybuilder based in Los Angeles who is very popular for his muscular build and stature.

He has been able to build his brand around muscular fitness with over 7 million followers on Instagram. He preaches consistency, discipline especially in fitness with strength building workout, transformational content and motivational takes.

Jessamyn Stanley (@mynameisjessamyn)

Jessamyn Stanley is an author, fitness enthusiast and yoga teacher. She preaches body positivity, wellness and inclusive fitness routines.

She shares empowering content, yoga routines and inclusive wellness content. If you’re someone who prioritizes healing, self love and acceptance and a space that leaves you feeling refreshed and nurtured, you should follow her.

Conclusion

Social media especially Instagram is no longer just for watching videos and catching up on celebrities pictures, you can also use it to nurture your body and mind with inclusive content from wellness to fitness, workout routines and even recipes.

If you have 30 minutes to 1 hour a day to spare and you are interested in improving your health and fitness especially through working out, you should follow these influencers.

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