Mary Achkhanian

Staff Reporter

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Meet the UAE’s first virtual influencer

Known on Instagram as Chasing Laila, Laila Blue is a computer-generated character

Laila’s Instagram post shows her posing with designer clothes and accessories against Dubai’s skyline.

The rising power of virtual influencers

Computer-generated virtual models are supplanting real flesh and blood fashionistas

Lil Miquela, the virtual American-Brazilian pop star.

Are we in danger of further alienation from ourselves?

We are becoming less socially intelligent as we lose touch with the real world

Dr Saliha Afridi

What do people think about virtual influencers?

Young expats believe they won’t be able to influence people the same way reals ones can

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Baby gets new lease of life thanks to Gulf News readers

3-year-old boy was in need for second liver transplant but his parents couldn’t afford it

Mohammad with his father, Mohammad Adel Kiani, and doctor Dr Vivek Vij (right).

Society mourns Bin Karam’s death

UAE Businesswomen Council pays tribute to Ameera Bin Karam

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Dh600 fine for bus lane violations

Cameras have been installed on dedicated bus and taxi lanes in Dubai areas

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