UPDATES
- Emirates To Mark UAE Journey To Space
  
  Just a few days after the return home of the UAE’s first man in space, Hazzaa Al Mansouri, Emirates Airline has announce it will mark this milestone achievement by decking one of it’s A380 planes with special livery. In a tweet the airline said
- Virgin Megastores Introduces Fully Biodegradable Shopping Bags
  
  Virgin Megastores in the UAE has announced that all its plastic shopping bags across it’s UAE stores with be replaced with fully biodegradable bio-cassava bags from AVANI. Encouraging shoppers to avoid using single-use plastic, the announcement was
- Arrested Development Dubai Performance Postponed
  
  The forthcoming performance at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium by Atlanta based American hip-hop group Arrested Development on 25 October, has been postponed till early next year, with a new date to be announced shortly. Those who have bought tickets
- Free Trial Period For Abu Dhabi Salik
  
  Charging at the new Abu Dhabi road toll gate system will not begin until 1 January 2020 and a free trial period from 15 October will be in place, it was announced by the Department of Transport in Abu Dhabi. In the announcement the Department of
HEALTH & FITNESS
- The Freshest Produce Straight To Your Home
  
  farmbox is proudly the UAE’s freshest online food store. Dedicated to delivering only the best quality produce at great prices, shop online with farmbox.ae and have your healthy groceries delivered to your doorstep free! With a huge range of organic
- Virtual Reality Technology Is Being Used To Allow Women To Preview Their Surgery Before Going Under The Knife
  
  For the first time, aesthetic patients can “try on” their new body or face to finally answer the question every patient has: “How could I look after the procedure?”
- What Is Breast Cancer?
  
  Breast cancer develops from a cancerous (malignant) cell which develops in the lining of a duct or lobule in one of the breasts. Breast cancer can also develop in men, although this is much less common than breast cancer in women.
- Pink Caravan Ride - A Breast Cancer Awareness Initiative
  
  Pink Caravan Ride is a breast cancer awareness initiative under Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP), a UAE civil society organisation established in 1999. Pink Caravan Ride was founded in 2011 under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher
BEAUTY
- Yoga Keeping Expectations Real
  
  Yoga is something you learn forever, it is a way of life, and that is why it is called a practice. Yoga is not just designed to supply yourself with a physical sensation or an aesthetic like those Instagram yogis with the athletic bodies
- Spa Offers And Deals To Tempt You
  
  Who likes being pampered and deserves some quality me-time? Of course you do. Have look at some of this month's offers and treat yourself, or be treated, to a refreshing pampering session. Offers this month include ladies day, Hammam bath
- Most Common Skin Problems And How To Treat Them
  
  Skin is the largest organ of the human body and any problems related to it can vary greatly. Skin issues can be temporary or permanent, painful or painless, or severe or mild. Some can be minor, and some can be life threatening. Skin related issues
- Beauty Products
  
  With so much choice, choosing the right beauty products can be fun as well as challenging, but where do you start? To help you out here are some of the the latest beauty products that will keep you looking fresh and radiant all day long.
KIDS & EDUCATION
- Books For Children
  
  Roald Dahl, a British novelist, very wisely said, "So please, oh please, we beg, we pray, go throw your TV set away, and in its place you can install a lovely bookshelf on the wall." Here are the top three picks of this month’s reads promising
- Fashion For Children
  
  Get the little heroes ready for cooler climates with the most recent style pieces launched by various brands across the region. From sweatshirts to jackets and warm track suits, here we have rounded up some of the latest pieces that have recently fou
- What To Ask A Head Teacher
  
  Finally, the question has popped up, which school are you going to send your child to? After much consideration you have shortlisted a few choices, and are now looking forward to meeting the principals of those schools. It is not uncommon to be
- October: Children Can Say The Funniest Things
  
  We share some of your funny moments with your children who are all celebrating birthdays this October 2019.
DINING
- Dining Offers This Month
  
  As the season changes, so do dining options in Dubai, with new restaurants opening and new menus launching. What is constant though is the variety of offers to get us to try something different every month. Here is our pick of some of the new things
- It's A Weekend What Shall We Do?
  
  We’ve all been there, when we have a birthday to celebrate, or a long overdue get together to arrange, or have friends and family visiting from overseas, or even simply want to go out and grab some great food, in a fun atmosphere and enjoy time
- REVIEW: Purani Dilli - Raising The Stakes
  
  There is no shortage of Indian restaurants in Dubai, however this new entry on the scene is certainly raising the bar. Purani Dili was first launched in the Makhool area of Bur Dubai earlier this year, and already has its second home on Dubai’s most
- Touch Down For All The Sporting Action
  
  September is a great month for sport and sports fans. The football seasons are well under way in the top leagues in Europe and across the world, including the much watched English Premier League, for cricket lovers the longest contested tournament
HOME & GARDEN
- Best Saving Accounts In The UAE
  
  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
  
  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
  
  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
- We Only Have FIV …It's No Reason To Freak Out!
  
  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
WHATS ON
- Brand New Heavies At The Irish Village
  
  The band behind popular hits like 'Dream On Dreamer' and "Midnight At The Oasis', The Brand New Heavies, are performing for one night only at The Irish Village this October. Get ready for a nostalgic trip back to the 90's and party the night away
- Aegis And Tekla Live
  
  Filipino comedy superstar Tekla and the iconic 90's band Aegis are coming to Dubai World Trade Centre for a one off performance this month to entertain their Filipno fans based in the city. Catch them for an entertaining evening with funny comedy
- Yas Movies In The Park
  
  The free to attend cinema experience is back for its fifth edition at the du Arena, Yas Island. An exciting movie line-up includes The Greatest Showman, the 2019 Aladdin remake and a blockbuster line-up for a fun-filled weekend with film-themed
- Indian Comedian Kenny Sebastian Live
  
  Catch Indian comedian Kenny Sebastian performing live at Emirates International School in October as part of the latest edition of the Funny Side-Up event. Kerala-born Sebastian rose to fame with his stand-up show clips posted on his personal
COMPETITIONS
- Win With Coffee Planet
  
  Ends on: 31 Oct 2019
- Win With Scots American Grill
  
  Ends on: 31 Oct 2019
- Win With NEST
  
  Ends on: 31 Oct 2019
- Win With Home and Soul
  
  Ends on: 31 Oct 2019
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Emirates To Mark UAE Journey To Space

15 October 2019

Just a few days after the return home of the UAE’s first man in space, Hazzaa Al Mansouri, Emirates Airline has announce it will mark this milestone achievement by decking one of it’s A380 planes with special livery. In a tweet the airline said

Virgin Megastores Introduces Fully Biodegradable Shopping Bags

15 October 2019

Virgin Megastores in the UAE has announced that all its plastic shopping bags across it’s UAE stores with be replaced with fully biodegradable bio-cassava bags from AVANI. Encouraging shoppers to avoid using single-use plastic, the announcement was

Arrested Development Dubai Performance Postponed

15 October 2019

The forthcoming performance at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium by Atlanta based American hip-hop group Arrested Development on 25 October, has been postponed till early next year, with a new date to be announced shortly. Those who have bought tickets

Free Trial Period For Abu Dhabi Salik

14 October 2019

Charging at the new Abu Dhabi road toll gate system will not begin until 1 January 2020 and a free trial period from 15 October will be in place, it was announced by the Department of Transport in Abu Dhabi. In the announcement the Department of

Salik In Abu Dhabi To Start on 15 October, Are You Ready?

13 October 2019

On 15 October Abu Dhabi begins its road toll gate system in a bid to ease congestion and traffic on and off the island. Currently it is reported that 44,000 vehicles per hour enter or leave Abu Dhabi and the new toll system is expected to reduce

Schools To Take Part In Expo 2020

13 October 2019

The launch of the Expo 2020 Young Stars has been announced by The Expo School Programme, creating a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for UAE school students, their families as well as schools to play an active role in Expo 2020 and showcase their

UAE’s First Man In Space Returns Back To Hero’s Welcome

13 October 2019

Hazzaa Al Mansouri, the UAE's first astronaut, has returned back to the UAE after spending eight days in space on the International Space Station, and was welcomed on his arrival by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of

More Properties Bought In Dubai Since 2015

10 October 2019

A recent report on property transactions has revealed the highest number of villas and townhouses sold for 5 years in Dubai. In the first 9 months of 2019 up to the end of September, close to 6,000 villas and townhouses were sold, more than the total

Third Crate And Barrel Store In Dubai

10 October 2019

Crate and Barrel, the international home furniture and home accessions chain, has opened its third Dubai store in Dubai's biggest shopping mall, The Dubai Mall. The store located close to the The Waterfall on the first floor of the mall, showcases

WiFi UAE Rolling Out To More People

10 October 2019

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced it is working with telecoms provider du to provide free WiFi UAE across more of it's public transport network including public buses, marine transit and within air-conditioned bus shelters

Updated “Sin Tax" To Come Into Effect On 1 December

08 October 2019

The excise tax on electronic smoking devices and associated products, that was recently announced will come into effect on 1 December this year, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has confirmed. In August this year the Cabinet announced the expansion of

Nol Card To Become Virtual

08 October 2019

Maintaining its place at the forefront of new technology innovations, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the ‘virtual nol card’ initiative. This new initiative, that is expected to be in place in the final three months of 2020,

Free Tickets For Expo Countdown

07 October 2019

UAE is all set to celebrate the one year countdown to the start of the eagerly awaited Expo 2020. Celebrating the occasion of one year to go till Expo 2020 Dubai, all seven Emirates will host live performances, firework displays and light-shows on

A New App For Active Instagram Users

06 October 2019

If you don't think you have enough apps to keep you connected with your followers, friends and ‘close’ friends, then download this new app Threads from Instagram, launched by Facebook. This app is a camera-first messaging app designed to keep you