UPDATES
- KHDA Reduces Notice Period For School Inspections
  
  Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has introduced new changes for 2019-20 inspection cycle, including review visits and reducing the duration of notice period. KHDA addressed school principals at a gathering to celebrate the be
- Burj Khalifa To Light Up For Friends Tonight
  
  Today, the iconic TV series Friends celebrates its 25th anniversary, and Dubai is marking the occasion in fashionable and iconic style, along with other cities around the world. Visitors to Downtown Dubai can spot the Central Perk set up on a
- UAE Tests Nano Technology To Boost Rainfall
  
  National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), has launched ‘nanomaterials testing campaign' in cloud seeding operations through the UAE Research Programme for Rain Enhancement Science. The new test investigates the efficiency of new cloud seeding materials
- Royal Family Celebrate Sheikh Mohammed's Daughter's Wedding
  
  Sheikha Maryam bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, daughter of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, married Sheikh Khaled bin Mohammad bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, a member of
HEALTH & FITNESS
- Making Healthcare Marketing Work
  
  With over 7 years of Marketing experience in private healthcare, Supriya Taggar, a marketing and business development manager for HealthBay shares with us the challenges, tactics and creation of making healthcare marketing work in the U.A.E
- What You Need To Do To Get Started With Yoga At Home
  
  While it is always advisable to learn the fundamentals of yoga in a live classroom, there’s nothing better than practicing yoga from the comfort of your home, if fighting traffic to make it your class post work is not your thing.
- On Your Journey To Fitness Here’s How Not To Get Injured
  
  When we sign up for a gym or a workout class, we have fitness goals. That’s a good thing, however, problem arises when we want to achieve those goals in a shorter period than required. The focus shifts from achieving results by hook or crook rather
- Routine Health Check-Ups Are Important For You
  
  It simply means that a healthy person, not curretnly facing any illness in particular, should at least visit their doctor once a year for a general health check-up. It enables doctors to evaluate general state of wellbeing and diagnose health problem
BEAUTY
- 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 months offers and treat yourself, or be treated, to a refreshing pampering session. Offers this month include free haircuts and amazing discounts
- Beauty Products
  
  A peel off mask, pop-glow stick, hydrating foundation, precious oil shampoos are just some of the latest beauty products that will keep you looking fresh and radiant all day long.
- Editor's Picks
  
  Check out our Editor's top picks this month for all your beauty needs in Dubai.
- REVIEW: A New Ayurveda Centre Brings Century Old Treatments On Forefront
  
  Ayur Mandala Ayurveda Center was established in 2017 on Al Wasl Road to offer Ayurvedic treatments in Dubai. In brief, Ayurvedic medicine is one of the world's oldest holistic healing systems developed more than 3,000 years ago.
KIDS & EDUCATION
- Strep Throat; A Painful Child's Ailment During The School Year!
  
  Even though strep throat can affect anyone, it is extremely common among school-age children and teenagers; 5 through 15 years old. This common and highly contagious infection occurs very often during the school year when large groups of students
- Your Child's Sleep Pattern Needs Some Attention Now!
  
  Now that the summer holiday is approaching its end, so are the nights of staying up late. At times, getting children to bed can be a struggle for parents, especially after the `liberties` of an extended vacation. There is a lot you can do to help
- My Child Is Feverish; Shall I Take Him To The Paediatrician Right Away?
  
  All children get sick; this is part of being a child! Certain infections are very common in childhood, especially among school-aged children; common cold, influenza, throat infection (e.g. strep throat), middle ear infection, and viral
- Keep Your Child Healthy During The Academic Year!
  
  Viruses and bacteria are the prime suspects behind many childhood illnesses, especially during school age. All it takes is a single child to bring a germ to class for the spread to commence. By teaching our children some essential healthy habits
DINING
- 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
- 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. Here is our pick of some of the new things and offers
- REVIEW: Opso At The Dubai Mall
  
  Malls are not just places to shop, they are leisure destinations that offer attractions, activities and places to eat. Most have fast food places in food courts or sit down casual dining restaurants, but if you want to see mall dining
- REVIEW: Mama Fu’s - A Pan Asian Miracle
  
  This month we found ourselves roaming around one of Dubai’s most bustling shopping malls, Dubai Festival City, and after our shopping adventure, we were craving some good food. Next thing we know, we find ourselves at Pan Asian restaurant Mama Fu’s,
HOME & GARDEN
- 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
- Three Adorable Pets Looking For A Loving Home
  
  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.
WHATS ON
- Things To Do This Week
  
  This new week is full of fun fun activities for all to enjoy. Enjoy the city wide celebrations of the 89th Saudi National Day, watch greats show at Dubai Opera and techies and gadget fans, it is that time of year where you can head straight to over
- Saudi National Day Fireworks
  
  Three prominent waterfront destinations in Dubai, The Beach, Bluewaters Island and The Pointe are set to host an extravagant show of fireworks on the occasion of Saudi National Day on Monday, 23 September. Free to attend for all, visitors can either
- Saudi National Day Celebrations
  
  Head to The Dubai Mall this week to experience the sight of Burj Khalifa lighting up in green and white colours in honour of 89th Saudi National Day . That's not all, a choreographed water and light show at The Dubai Fountain is set to mesmerise the
- GITEX Shopper 2019
  
  The largest electronic event of the region returns in this month. It's a great chance to grab jaw dropping deals on the world's top brands that come together under one roof at Dubai World Trade Centre. Also, catch brands unveiling their latest
COMPETITIONS
- Win With Casa Mia
  
  Ends on: 30 Sep 2019
- Win A Customised Cake With Pastel Cakes
  
  Ends on: 30 Sep 2019
- Win With Tips & Toes
  
  Ends on: 30 Sep 2019
- Win With Soul Sante
  
  Ends on: 30 Sep 2019
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Dubai Set To Get Large E-Karting Venue

04 September 2019

The Dubai Mall is all set to widen up its indoor entertainment range and very soon, visitors will be racing on the “latest generation” of electronic go-karts at this new venue, which Emaar Entertainment has named EKart Zabeel. Emaar Entertainment

J Balvin Abu Dhabi Show Cancelled

03 September 2019

Colombian reggaeton singer J Balvin’s performance in Abu Dhabi on 5 September has been cancelled after the artist was reported sick. J Balvin ticket holders are eligible for full refunds, as well as a 30% discount on the remaining tickets for the Re

Low Cost Rides Scrapped By Uber And Careem

03 September 2019

The ride-hailing companies Uber and Careem have scrapped their lowest cost ride options, Uber X and Careem Go, however, there's nothing to worry about as Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has partnered with Careem, which was bought by Uber

Website To Register For Toll Goes Live

03 September 2019

Motorists outside Abu Dhabi can now register online to pay for the newly introduced road tolls in Abu Dhabi which come into effect on 15 October. The Department of Transport announced that while drivers with Abu Dhabi-registered vehicles will be aut

Emirates NBD Launches Scholar Plus Loan For Higher Education Financing

03 September 2019

Emirates NBD, one of the leading banks in the region has launched Scholar Plus Loan, a program for families seeking financial assistance for university education, either in the UAE or overseas. In line with the bank‘s commitment to developing the

New Shows At Burj Khalifa

03 September 2019

The 80s and 90s may seem like they were not that long ago, but were actually 40 and 30 years ago respectively.For fans of those two iconic decades, Burj Khalifa is all set to light up for a trip down memory lane. This September the world's tallest

Petrol Prices Announced For September 2019

02 September 2019

The Ministry of Energy has announced the new fuel prices for September 2019 which sees an reduction in the cost of a litre of petrol and diesel. The new prices will take Super 98 down to Dhs 2.28 per litre from Dhs 2.37 per litre in August, Special

When Is The Next Public Holiday?

02 September 2019

There is still one more public holiday left this year and the good news is it’s a long one.The next public holiday will mark two occasions back to back; Commemoration Day and UAE National Day. National Day falls each year on 2 December and this ma

RTA Launches New Night Bus Service

02 September 2019

Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the launch of a new night bus service making the commute between Dragon Mart 2 at International City and Dubai International Airport - Terminal 2, far more convenient. The new service starts and ends

Chart Topping Female Artist Is Coming To Dubai

02 September 2019

English singing sensation Dido, has just confirmed that she is coming to Dubai this December to perform live for her fans in the UAE. Her maiden performance in Dubai is a part of her 'Still On My Mind' comeback tour, her first tour for 15 years. The

New Sports Complex Opens At Dragon Mart

29 August 2019

Dragon Mart 2 is getting a brand new outdoor, rooftop football and cricket complex courtesy a fresh partnership signed between Nakheel Malls and Ahdaaf Sports Club. This new sports complex at the mall by Dubai International City has two seven-a-side

Free Parking This Weekend

29 August 2019

The Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai has waived the public parking charges on the occasion of the Islamic New Year. Parking fees in all car parks, except multilevel car parks, will be free on Muharram 1, Hijri 1441.

Girl Gaming Tournament Comes To Dubai

28 August 2019

This coming December, Dubai will host the Girl Gamer Esports Festival. Held from 12 to 14 December at Meydan One, the event will mark the global finale of the year long six-stage game. Wondering what girl gamer Esports Festival is? It is the world’s

Read: KHDA On First Day Of School

28 August 2019

Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) is back with its witty sense of humour to reply to all those parents and students ringing up schools and the authority asking if 1 September is the first day of school or not. The confusion arises as

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