UPDATES
- Emirates Announces New Schedule During DXB Runway Closure
  
  Dubai International Airport's (DXB) Southern Runway will close for 45 days between 16 April and 30 May 2019, which will impact a significant number of scheduled Emirates flights. Given the limitations, there will be a 25% reduction in the overall
- New Visa For Healthcare Professionals
  
  In order to attract global healthcare professionals to serve citizens and residents of the UAE, the government has launched a new visa which will make Dubai an attractive option for them. Currently, visiting doctors can only obtain a temporary
- Spring Break Dates Confirmed
  
  Looking to plan a vacations when schools are closed? Now you can as The Ministry of Education has confirmed the dates for the two-week long Spring Break for private and public schools. For both, private and public schools, the Spring Break will
- Highest Rooftop Infinity Pool Is Coming To Dubai!
  
  A new spot to soak up the sun and take in the gorgeous skyline from completely unique perspective is on its way to Dubai. Construction has started on one of the world’s highest infinity pools, located on the roof of The Palm Tower,
HEALTH & FITNESS
- Yoga For A Better Digestive System
  
  If this holiday season you stuffed your face with tasty savouries, do not let your guilty pleasures spoil those celebratory festive memories, instead rub your happy stomach gently and turn to yoga practice to take care of your digestive health.
- Chronic Stress And The Importance Of Recognising Where Support Is Needed
  
  Many individuals experience high levels of stress and do nothing about it. They continue to live their lives as though this is normal with agonising levels of worry, anxiety and a range of physical symptoms. This is both psychologically
- Food Intolerances All About Maintaining A Healthy Gut
  
  It is estimated that up to 20% of the world’s population may have a food intolerance. This condition, is however not life threatening like food allergies and causes discomfort when intolerant food is consumed in large amount.
- #NewYearNewMe Diet Plans Explained
  
  It is officially the start of the new year and we can all safely say that we’ve over-indulged ourselves over the past month. After all, what is the festive season good for if not to add a few pounds of padding to stave off the chill?
BEAUTY
- Beauty Products
  
  To give you a helping hand and to save you from dry skin, we have collected a list of the latest beauty and make-up products. Take a quick look, pick up your favourites and continue looking your best!
- 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
  
  Take a break from the pressures of everyday life and treat yourself to some me-time at any of the city’s luxurious spas. Here is our roundup of some amazing offers just for you this month.
- REVIEW: KeraStraight Ultimate at Pastels Salon
  
  After a long, hot, hectic summer, my hair had become dull and lifeless. Being a KeraStraight fan, I knew that was the answer if I was going to enjoy salon finished looking hair over the holidays. KeraStraight is a treatment that rebuilds and replaces
KIDS & EDUCATION
- Books For Children
  
  Hello little and growing readers! Here is the a list of books to start off your new year. For young children, parents should get hold of ‘I Can Read With My Eyes Shut'. In this book, the author has played wonderfully with pictures and rhymes
- Admission Process Simplified!
  
  Registering your children in Dubai’s private schools can give parents goosebumps. The process of admission starts with applying to a school. From choosing a right school to following the admission process, and making timely payments of school fees
- To Board Or Not To Board?
  
  Choosing a school for your child will be one of the most daunting, exciting and important decisions you will ever make. The education opportunities both here and abroad are amazing but it can often be overwhelming when there are so many different
- Fashion For Children
  
  Are you looking forward to dressing your children in some of the latest clothes available around town? Let's take a sneak peak at some of these little people's clothes we have collected, that will make your cute baby bear look even cuter!
DINING
- Dining Out The Healthy Way
  
  A healthy heart is a happy heart. As it’s January, after all, we’ve collectively decided to make 2019 the year that we really focus on our health. Although exercising does a whole lot of the work and is vital to our health
- Dining Offers This Month
  
  If you love to dine out as much we do, here’s a round up of January’s latest dining offers which includes new menus, theme nights and the opening of some new restaurants. It is time to get this month rolling with some more dining options.
- Restaurants With A View
  
  Treat yourself to a meal out with the family or your special someone that shoots to the top of your most memorable moments list. There are a number of elements to a great dining experience and eating out is about so much more than just the food.
- REVIEW: Doors Freestyle Grill At Al Seef
  
  Probably not for vegetarians, Doors Freestyle Grill is the ideal spot for carnivores. Located in one of the city’s oldest backdrops, the Dubai Creek, the restaurant adopts the traditional ideals of Turkish dining. Predominantly revolving around meat
HOME & GARDEN
- Three Adorable Puppies Looking For Loving Homes
  
  If you’ve never had a puppy you’ve never experienced the unconditional love only puppies know how to give. Tail wagging like crazy every time you look at your puppy; puppy eyes that say innocent even when proven guilty for the ‘snow’ in the living
- New Year New Start Saving For The Future
  
  By the end of every month, when you receive your salary, most of it goes directly into covering the basic monthly expenses, and you may be able to save some of it for emergencies. Sometimes we question whether we could ever safe enough to fulfil
- Tabby-mania
  
  A tabby cat is a cat that has a coat featuring distinctive stripes, dots, lines or swirling patterns, usually together with a mark resembling an 'M' on its forehead.
- Sending Money Overseas From The UAE
  
  Regardless of nationality, most of us are here in the UAE for one common reason- to earn and save money. High salary brackets with no income tax on them attract professionals from across the world, who will be going back to their country at some
WHATS ON
- Microdermabrasion Facial For Only Dhs 250 For Connector Readers
  
  Benefit from the latest offer from renowned Bloom Aesthetic and Laser Clinic, which is available only for Connector and Discover Dubai readers. You can receive a Microdermabrasion Facial Treatment at Bloom for only Dhs 250. To take an advantage
- The Fridge Concert Series ft. We Left As Humans
  
  First in the line-up of the Fridge Concert series is Dubai based five-piece-space-rock band, We Left As Humans. The band has recently released its album ‘Wrath and Lust’ and is ready to prove its rock skills at the stage this week. Joining
- Spotlight on Samir Rafi
  
  Celebrated artist from the Arab world who started to paint at the age of 13 and left an ever lasting impact on the global art scene, Samir Rafi’s artwork is a dreamy portrayal of the universe of loneliness. Green Art Gallery at Alserkal
- Camel Racing
  
  Talented camel riders from across the world will race this week for the most coveted title. This is a great way to spend a weekday watching a race belonging to Emirate’s rich heritage. Entry to watch this nail biting competition is free.
COMPETITIONS
- Win With Eggspectation
  
  Ends on: 31 Jan 2019
- Win With Soul Spa and Wellness
  
  Ends on: 31 Jan 2019
- Win With The PAD
  
  Ends on: 31 Jan 2019
- Win With Greek Restaurant, Ammos
  
  Ends on: 31 Jan 2019
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RTA Taxi Drivers Can Be Rated

08 January 2019

Dubai’s Road and Transport Authority (RTA) has rolled out a new programme called ‘Kafou’ to celebrate outstanding performance of its taxi drivers. Those with high rating will earn points which they can compensate against fines or black points.

Sheikh Mohammed’s Mural Displayed At Times Square In New York

06 January 2019

One of the world’s largest stock exchanges Nasdaq (National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations) has paid tribute to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of

Ruler Of Dubai Shares Eight Principles For Governing The UAE

06 January 2019

On completing 50 years of service, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on Saturday, shared eight principles of governing Dubai and stressed that these principles

AFC Asia Cup Begins In The UAE

06 January 2019

From the Far East to the Middle East, the top 24 Asian footballing nations are in the UAE to compete for the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019. Matches of the tournament are taking place across four cities in the UAE, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and Al Ain.

You Get Mail

03 January 2019

Getting your mail just got a whole lot easier thanks to Emirates Post. The MyHome service, that allows post to be delivered once or twice a week to residents villas, has been extended and now also includes residents who live in apartments

Sheikh Hamdan And Ronaldo Meet

03 January 2019

Footballing superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo is visiting the UAE this week and pictures of him have appeared on social media enjoying his stay, including images of him relaxing on a yacht and pictures of him with his fiancee and son, Cristiano Jnr,

Preparations Are In Place For The Burj Khalifa Fireworks

31 December 2018

Are you planning to be around Dubai this evening to see some of the many firework shows. Are you one of the many people heading to Downtown Dubai to see in the New Year? The advice is, wherever it is you are going, get there early

Planning Your Vacations For Next Year? Knowing When These Public Holidays May Be Will Help

30 December 2018

As 2018 is set to come to a close it has been confirmed that 1 January will be a holiday for the public and private sector and work will resume again on 2 January. What other days off can we expect in 2019? To help plan, here is a list of expected

Petrol Prices For January 2019 Have Been Announced And It Is Good News

30 December 2018

The fuel prices in the UAE for the month of January 2019 have been and announced and the good news is they have come down … and by quiet a bit as well. This is the third consecutive month that the price of petrol has come down. The Ministry of Energy

Djokovic Wins Abu Dhabi Title

30 December 2018

Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic ended 2018 with another title by winning the Mubadala World Tennis Championship (MWTC) in Abu Dhabi. After being forced to pull out last year on the eve of the 2017 tournament, and starting 2018 off by undergoing

More Rewards At DSF

27 December 2018

Just when you thought Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) could not get any better, Dubai Mall and Emirates Skywards go and announce some additional perks for the 6 week festival. DSF started on 26 December and is running up to 2 February, and this year

Free Parking And Changes To RTA Service Times For New Year

27 December 2018

With New Years Eve and New Years Day less than one week away, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced a revised schedule to all its services for the two days over the holiday period. For users of the Dubai Metro, the Red Line will

New Child Protection Law Passed

27 December 2018

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai has passed a new child protection law. The new Child Rights law, is also known as Wadeema’s Law, after the 8 year old Emirati girl

Real Madrid Triumph In Abu Dhabi

23 December 2018

Spanish giants Real Madrid made history in Abu Dhabi by winning their fourth FIFA Club World Cup, their third in consecutive years, by triumphing 4-1 over local team Al Ain FC. The atmosphere in Abu Dhabi’s Zayed Sports City was electric as fans