UPDATES
- New Road Name For Expo
  
  Dubai is constantly gearing up for Expo 2020, with all 'roads' leading closer to the high event. To mark the event, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has ordered
- Chilly Weather To Continue!
  
  Temperatures dropped noticeably over the weekend with cloudy skies and strong winds prevailing throughout. It was close to impossible to ditch your warm clothes and according to the weather forecast, the weather will remain the same until Monday.
- Cooler Weather And Rain Expected This Weekend!
  
  Wrap up this weekend as we can expect cool and windy weather with a chance of rainfall. The temperature on Thursday afternoon is expected to touch 23°C but as the night draws in, and we move closer to the weekend, the temperature will drop,
- First 10-Year Visas Granted
  
  The Cabinet decision to grant 10-year visa to specialists and experts in the medical, scientific, research and technical fields, as well as scientists and creative talents in culture and arts has been put into force by issuing visas to
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
- #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?
- REVIEW: Signature Massage At Soul Wellness And Spa
  
  Located on the 52nd floor of Sheraton Grand Hotel, Sheikh Zayed Road, the spa has the whole floor to itself and offers stunning views of the city. The elevator opens straight in to the spa, which is quite open and rejuvenating to look at.
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
- "Connecting Humanity" Photo Exhibition
  
  Dutch photographer Jeroen Swolfs is bringing an extraordinary photo-exhibition to Dubai which explores street life in different capitals of the world, exposing the unity and similarity of people across the globe. Entry is free.
- The Fridge Concert Series ft. Thanae Pachiyannaki
  
  A member of Muscat's popular band, Pulse and Soul, Omani Greek singer Thanae Pachiyannaki is headlining the second Concert Series session this week. The artist released her solo album ‘Between 2 Doors’ in November 2018
- Cinema Akil Screening: Ambulance
  
  The documentary shows the journey of Mohamed Jabaly, an ambulance crew from Gaza City. Filmed on location in Gaza, the documentary captures first had experience when the war breaks out and how he deals with everything a war brings
- The Magical Number 2, Plus or Minus 7
  
  Keeping memory as their central theme, three artists are displaying their artworks created using different mediums and thought processes. Asma Khoory’s 'Recollection' illustrates passing moments, Shadow by Salama Nasib illustrates how
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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WATCH: Dubai Police Begin Training On Flying Motorbike

11 November 2018

Dubai Police are no strangers to incredible inventions when it comes to their vehicles. Earlier last year, the flying motorbike was introduced as the latest addition to the fleet. Training has now begun on the vehicles as this video, posted by

Reduced Speed Limits For Bad Weather

08 November 2018

The Traffic Safety Committee in Abu Dhabi announced that speed limits in Abu Dhabi will be reduced to 80km per hour when road visibility drops to around 200 metres due to bad weather conditions. The rule comes in the light of enhancing road safety

HH Sheikh Mohammed and India's Prime Minister Share Heartfelt Diwali Messages on Twitter

07 November 2018

HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai reached out to Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi to wish him a happy Diwali. His tweet also addresses residents and those celebrating

The Next Public Holiday Is Coming Up

06 November 2018

It has officially been announced that UAE Ministries and Federal Authorities will get a holiday on Sunday 18 November. meaning all public sector employees will have that day. The holiday is in celebration of the birthday of Prophet Mohammed

Dubai's Fitness Villages Are Open And Here's What You Need To Know

06 November 2018

This month is all about fitness. Dubai’s annual Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) kicked off again this year, seeing residents becoming more active and partaking in huge fitness events across the region. DFC has now launched five themed fitness

Gordon Ramsay Is Set To Open 'Hell's Kitchen' In Dubai

06 November 2018

We’re starting to think that Gordon Ramsay likes it here. The British chef is getting ready to open his second restaurant in the region, his famous Hell’s Kitchen. The restaurant will be located in Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai

The First Emirati-Made Satellite Has Just Released This Incredible Image

06 November 2018

Last week, the first ever completely Emirati-made satellite, Khalifa Sat was launched. Taking off into space from Tanegashima Space Centre in Japan, the satellite’s purpose is to capture images of Earth from space. Khalifa Sat has now issued

The Next Public Holiday Is Coming Up: Public And Private Sector Dates Announced

06 November 2018

It has officially been announced that UAE residents, both public and private sector will get a holiday on Sunday 18 November - this means that all employees will have that day off work. The day off will result in a three-day weekend.

Dubai Residents Warned Of Rough Seas Today

05 November 2018

As the weather begins to change, it’s safe to say we’re officially heading in a new direction. Beachgoers have been warned following the changes in conditions, that the sea will be rough today. Winds blowing over the Arabian Gulf could cause

Indian Expat Wins Dhs 10 Million

04 November 2018

An Indian expat turned millionaire overnight after a he won a whopping Dhs 10 million at the Abu Dhabi Big Ticket raffle draw held at Abu Dhabi International Airport on Saturday morning. Britty Markose, who works as a draughtsman in Dubai

UAE Temperature Continues To Fall

04 November 2018

It’s time to go out and about in the UAE as mercury levels start to melt down to the level of 11 degrees. According to the weather report, at the Jais Mountain, the highest peak in UAE, the temperature was recoded at 11.7 degrees Celsius

RTA To Construct Three Footbridges

04 November 2018

In a continued bid to enhance traffic safety and provide safe crossings for pedestrians, Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to construct three footbridges in different parts of Dubai. “The project covers designing and constructing

WATCH: Will Smith Is All Of Us Every Time We See Ski Dubai

04 November 2018

As we all know, the entire Smith family has been in Dubai for a little bit of R&R. And, we don’t blame them for choosing our city to escape the stresses of life. In Will Smith’s latest social media instalment, he has taken a trip to Ski Dubai

Dubai's Carbon Emissions Are Decreasing Thanks to Dubai Metro

01 November 2018

The increased usage of Dubai Metro is doing wonders for the environment. The reduction of carbon emissions has reached up to 943 every day due to residents swapping from cars to the use of public transport. Dubai Metro has helped reduce