UPDATES
- Applying For A License Has Just Got Easier
  
  Everyone is aware that residents need a special license to be able to legally to purchase, transport and consume alcohol in Dubai, and applying for a license involved a lot of of paperwork, including tenancy agreements, NOC's and letters
- Iconic Dubai Hotel Ranked in The Top 10 Best Hotels Around The World
  
  One of Dubai's most iconic hotels, Raffles Dubai, has been named as one of the top hotels around the world in Tripadvisor's 2020 Travellers' Choice Awards.
- Flexible Working Hours To Be Introduced In Dubai
  
  The Dubai Government Human Resources Department (GHRD) has announced the introduction of flexible working across government departments from 16 August.
- Five New Bridges Lead To Deira Islands
  
  Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened five bridges that lead to Deira Islands. The bridges leading to Deira Islands Project is a key part of Al Shindagha Corridor Project
HEALTH & FITNESS
- 10 Diets To Help Achieve Your Weight Loss Goals
  
  How is the time to set new goals for the year, and if weight loss is one of them, you should know that abs are made in the kitchen. Diet plays a crucial role in your weight loss journey. Here is a beginners’ guide to the most popular diets which can.
- The Sunshine Vitamin - The Important Things To Know About Vitamin D
  
  Vitamin D, sometimes known as the 'sunshine vitamin', has a lot of very important functions. Our body produces Vitamin D naturally when we are directly exposed to sunlight and Vitamin D can also be found through certain foods.
- The Benefits Of Massage Therapy
  
  For a lot of us, whenever we encounter aches and pains, we tend to book in for a massage to ease the pain out, but what exactly is massage therapy and can it help us in any other way.
- The Importance Of Child Vaccinations
  
  As we are all aware, if a child is not vaccinated and is subsequently exposed to the germs of a disease, the child may not be strong enough to fight the illness and suffer unnecessarily.
BEAUTY
- Four Bold Accessorising Trends That Command Respect
  
  The contemporary queen dresses for herself. She decorates herself in her experience, relationships and accomplishments. Her bling radiates externally while firing up her inner glow. It is no surprise that the way a woman accessorises does not define
- Beauty Products
  
  Moisturising cream, skin masks, eye-liner and mascara, every day essential that a girl needs. Making the right choice is important with so many to choose from. Here's a quick look at some of what we have found this month.
- Editor's Picks
  
  Check out our Editor's top picks this month for all your beauty needs in Dubai.
- Spa Offers And Deals To Tempt You
  
  New sales, new spas, special offers and monthly memberships, there is a lot around to make sure you make the most of your available me-time. Take a look here at a brief snap of just some of this months spa and salon offers.
KIDS & EDUCATION
- Sensory Play Encourages Children To Play, Explore And Learn - All At The Same Time
  
  From the day a child is born they explore the world around them with their senses processing all the new information. Sensory play encourages children to play, explore, and learn.
- Founder Of Baby Souk Offers Tips On Indoor Play For Children
  
  They look to us on how they should respond in the current pandemic and our words and actions, are powerful ways to provide this re-assurance. Keeping a certain about of structure to any day or week for your child is something that will certainly reas
- Sugarfied And Co Launches Fun 'Do It Yourself' Kits For Children
  
  To spark family bonding and virtual interaction during Ramadan, Sugarfied & Co. has created 'DIY Sugarfied Treat Kits'. These kits are a fun 'do it yourself' activity to make your own treats in the comfort of your home. The kit not only includes ingr
- Art Jameel Launches A Free E-Book For Children On Coronavirus
  
  Art Jameel, a UAE-based art centre has launched a free to download e-guide called Coronavirus: A Curious Guide For Courageous Kids, to help children understand the current global situation.
DINING
- REVIEW: Larte At Studio One
  
  Dubai is well known as a sociable place to live. Dining out with family and friends is almost a way of life and something a lot of people do more often in Dubai than in many other places.
- Recipe: A Favourite Indian Street Food, Vada Pav
  
  Looking to try something new and tempting with your evening tea? Let's try a favourite food from Indian streets, Vada Pav. Fried potato ball stuffed ina bun with delicious chutneys is one of the most simple yet heavenly foods ever being created.
- Recipe: Thai Chicken Coconut Soup
  
  During the holy month of Ramadan, food has an important significance in bringing families and friends together as they break their fast for Iftar. Known for its delicious flavours and fragrant aromas, Thai dishes are usually light and easy to prepare
- Hello Summer! Recipe For Garudiya, A Traditional Maldivian Soup
  
  As summer eases its way into the region, Soneva Fushi's Chef Sobah shares his delicious island recipes guaranteed to fill your home with tropical aromas and flavours.
HOME & GARDEN
- A Simple Guide To Buying A Car Or Renting A Car
  
  Of the many financial decisions as adults we take, one of them certainly is to decide between buying a car and renting a car. You may call it Dubai’s first world problem, however believe it or not with so many attractive offers by rental companies
- Meet Connector Champion Shahad Ballan
  
  How there is someone who is trying to bring a change. This person, once a victim of speeding on the road, is asking drivers to 'speed up' to feel the adrenaline rush and to feel the power of control. However, the twist is she is asking them.
- How Some Scrap And A Strong Will Can Make A Difference
  
  Dr Shambavi Rajagopal, 53, a woman filled with compassion and passion started a very simple yet innovative initiative on her own roughly four years ago without knowing that one day it won’t only bring a purpose to the lives of many.
- Spreading Happiness Around The World With A Bottle Of Water
  
  Emirati philanthropist Omar Abdulla Khalfan 34, an engineer by profession is the chief kind officer at Be Kind, an organisation which was launched in 2018 with a mission to spread a message of compassion, kindness and giving back to society.
WHATS ON
- Stand Up Comedy Fans Are In For A Real Treat
  
  Hot on the heals of it's July sell out shows, Dubai's longest running comedy club, The Laughter Factory, is back with a new line up and new shows for August as part of the annukla Dubia Summer Suprises (DSS) schedule of events.
- Extra Date For Jimmy Carr
  
  Tickets for Jimmy Carr, the top UK comedian and television host, two shows in Dubai sold out within around a day for them going on sale, however if you missed out don't worry - but hurry up. Organisers Done Events have added an extra date.
- An A To Z Of Things To Do This Summer
  
  Dubai residents and visitors are in for a real treat across some of the most popular malls in Dubai throughout the rest of the summer.
- Cricket Returns To The UAE
  
  The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced that this years cricket Indian Premier League (IPL) will be held in the UAE.
COMPETITIONS
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Dubai Home and Garden: Here we take a look at the leading furniture shops and products including home decor, garden centres, outdoor furniture and interior design stores in Dubai and the UAE.

A Simple Guide To Buying A Car Or Renting A Car

16 July 2020

Of the many financial decisions as adults we take, one of them certainly is to decide between buying a car and renting a car. You may call it Dubai’s first world problem, however believe it or not with so many attractive offers by rental companies

Meet Connector Champion Shahad Ballan

01 March 2020

How there is someone who is trying to bring a change. This person, once a victim of speeding on the road, is asking drivers to 'speed up' to feel the adrenaline rush and to feel the power of control. However, the twist is she is asking them.

How Some Scrap And A Strong Will Can Make A Difference

02 February 2020

Dr Shambavi Rajagopal, 53, a woman filled with compassion and passion started a very simple yet innovative initiative on her own roughly four years ago without knowing that one day it won’t only bring a purpose to the lives of many.

Spreading Happiness Around The World With A Bottle Of Water

02 January 2020

Emirati philanthropist Omar Abdulla Khalfan 34, an engineer by profession is the chief kind officer at Be Kind, an organisation which was launched in 2018 with a mission to spread a message of compassion, kindness and giving back to society.

Teach Your Children About Saving Money

01 November 2019

A penny saved is a penny earned. Teaching financial literacy to young ones is as important as teaching them to read and write. The subject is generally not taught at schools, so as adults, while some of us have the innate ability to save and manage

Best Saving Accounts In The UAE

02 October 2019

Making money out of the money you earn is the wisest way to multiply your wealth. Take the first step towards it and open a saving account and earn interest on your savings in your accounts. There are a number of accounts to choose from.

Find Out The Best Way To Remit Money From The UAE

02 September 2019

The United Arab Emirates UAE is the world’s largest outbound remitter to all countries around the world with a high expat population that come to the country to leverage tax free salaries. As all expats are bound to go back to their home countries

A Simple Guide To Buying A Car Or Renting A Car

06 August 2019

We Only Have FIV …It's No Reason To Freak Out!

06 August 2019

FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) sounds bad but honestly isn’t that big of a deal. Then why are cats with FIV overlooked and often considered unadoptable? The answer is simply because most people are misinformed and believe that FIV cats

Three Adorable Pets Looking For A Loving Home

01 July 2019

38smiles is a non-profit animal rescue group that was created in 2012. Since day one the founder and a group of like minded people have been doing their very best to help the stray animals of Dubai.

A Step By Step Guide On Buying A Property

01 July 2019

If you have finally decided to buy a property, the immediate step is to jump into what may sound like a complicated procedure to many buyers. However, you need not worry to much as the Dubai Land Department (DLD) makes sure that the process is fast

Father's Day Gift

09 June 2019

After everything he has done for you, he deserves the best Father’s Day Gift. We have rounded up some of the best gift options including fashion accessories, watches and gadgets with which you can impress the man

Fund Your Travel Top Five Air Miles Credit Card

09 June 2019

Whether you are a frequent traveller or put all your monthly spends on a credit card, you can easily earn thousands of miles in the UAE which can be redeemed for booking tickets or a number of other things such as hotel stays, restaurants, flights

Digital-Only Banks: 101 Paperless Banks Are On A Roll In The UAE

06 May 2019

We are in a time where a bank account can be opened at 10pm in less than five minutes from the comfort of your bed. Welcome to the digital-only banks era. The UAE’s largest banks are now adapting to the digital course bringing substantial changes