UPDATES
- Take Part In The Camel Trek
  
  As the weather starts to cool down, the more adventurous among us are invited to train to participate in the upcoming 5th edition of the annual Camel Trek. Scheduled to take place from 16-25 January, 2019, the Camel Trek involves covering a total
- Will India Meet Pakistan Again In Asia Cup Final?
  
  India convincingly beat Pakistan again on Monday evening in their Super Four round match, winning the match by nine wickets. Pakistan scored 237 runs in 50 overs with a loss of 7 wickets, while India replied with 238 in only 39.3 overs
- Dubai Beach Club, El Chiringuito, Closes Down
  
  It looks like another legendary hotspot will be closing its doors. El Chiringuito Dubai will bid the city a farewell as it closes for good at its beachside location. A statement was issued earlier this week stating, “El Chiringuito and
- Dubai Police: "Do Not Be An Easy Target For Car Thieves"
  
  Dubai police took to their official Twitter account this morning to warn residents of an increasing amount of car thefts. The tweet urged car owners to “never leave the engine on while the vehicle is unattended”. This has come following the
HEALTH & FITNESS
- Exercise Effectively And How To Stay Healthy
  
  A lot of times people work out with the aim of losing weight. While losing weight is the point, weight should be lost the healthy way. A lot of times people tend to combine various ideas and opinions, from what they know, what they hear and what they
- Yoga For Strong Core
  
  A strong torso is your body’s powerhouse with endless benefits. A strong core makes you less prone to injuries, protect the most important inner organs, central nervous system and help prevent back pain. Having a strong core does not mean to have abs
- The Key Check-Ups To Keep A Track On Your Health
  
  Getting a regular health check-up done is the best way to keep your health on track. Regular health exams can help find problems before they start.
- Summer's Here Stay Fit And Healthy
  
  Summer at its peak brings a plethora of health concerns and issues, such as sunstroke and skin rashes. It becomes important to adopt mindful lifestyle changes to keep yourself healthy while able to remain active. We spoke with a few experts
BEAUTY
- Cellulite Explained And How To Manage It
  
  The word ‘cellulite’ is something of a taboo in our society. We don’t like talking about it and a lot of us are ashamed to say we have it. But, with cellulite affecting between 80%-90% of women over 30, why is such a common cosmetic condition
- REVIEW: Tea Tree Massage In The Lap Of Luxury
  
  Tree Spa, located on the second floor of the luxury InterContinental Dubai Marina, sets distinct spa standards. Services here clearly resonate with opulence, royalty and subtleness. The impressive service begins with a very warm welcome
- Spa Offers And Deals To Tempt You
  
  Take a break from the sultry heat and spend some me-time at any of the city’s luxury spas, which are offering some amazing summer offers to lessen your summer woes.
- Editor's Picks
  
  Check out our Editor's top picks this month for all your beauty needs in Dubai.
KIDS & EDUCATION
- Settling Back Into School Life
  
  Children generally follow their parents’ emotions, and if it’s anxiety that’s dominating you as a parent, your children may not feel very comfortable going back to school. Hence, it is advisable for parents to keep calm and trust the schools.
- September 2018: Children Can Say The Funniest Things
  
  We share some of your funny moments with your children who are all celebrating birthdays this September 2018.
- Back To School
  
  It’s time to get the kids ready for school again. With backpacks, stationary and everything they need to get kitted out, here are our top picks for making sure your little one is the coolest kid in the playground.
- Books For Children
  
  Books are a passport to all kinds of knowledge, intelligence and wisdom. Now that children are on a break from their regular curriculum books, the process of knowledge sharing should not stop.
DINING
- REVIEW: Kim’s Singapore Seafood At Al Seef
  
  With so many options to eat out in Dubai and so many different cuisines on offer, it is difficult to imagine something new and different to come along and try to make an impact on this very diverse and complete dining scene. And just when you think.
- Your Guide To Dubai's Brunches
  
  Brunches in Dubai are a right of passage. It’s almost become a tourist destination, alongside desert safaris and trips to the gold souk. You generally cannot take a trip to Dubai or even spend a weekend here without the possibility of a brunch.
- Dining Offers This Month
  
  If you love to dine out as much we do, here’s the roundup of this month's latest dining offers which include new brunches, menus, fun nights and opening of some new concept restaurants in the city. It is time to get this summer rolling with ample.
- A Rare Affair: a roundup of Dubai’s top steakhouses
  
  Since its invention in mid-19th century New York, the average steakhouse menu hasn’t changed much - how can you improve on perfection?
HOME & GARDEN
- Credit Cards Simplified
  
  The credit card has become important for some UAE residents. With over 200 variations of credit card available, it is often hard to choose one that is suited best for yourself. You obviously don’t want to choose a card that piles up unnecessary fees
- Furry Friends Looking For Loving Homes
  
  38smiles is a non-profit animal rescue group that was created in 2012. Since day one the founder and a group of likeminded people have been trying their very best to help the stray animals of Dubai.
- Cooking With Ragunathan Raju
  
  India is well known for its flavours, colours and traditions which are well kept and passed on. Since a young boy, Chef Ragu was hypnotised by his mother’s cooking. The patience and tender care behind the preparation of each dish is what inspired him
- Rent A Car or Buy A Car
  
  The things you need to know and the advantages of both options.
WHATS ON
- Buy A Cookie And Help A Child
  
  We all love cookies, right? But then, have you ever bought one with a special purpose? If not, now you have a chance to give back to society by contributing to The Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign in partnership with Al Jalila Foundation.
- Things To Do This Week
  
  The weekend is over and a new week starts, but that doesn't mean it has to be all work and no play. Here’s our brief roundup of some of the different things to do this week. From discounted spa sessions and new A/W collections, to art and
- Oktoberfest at Barasti
  
  Why wait until October to celebrate Oktoberfest? The fun starts this weekend at Barasti! From Bratwurst to Schnitzel to Sauerkraut, the beach bar will be serving up traditional goodies that you can seriously sink
- Buy one get one free ticket at Louvre Abu Dhabi
  
  Upon buying a full priced entry ticket to Louvre Abu Dhabi, one guest receives free entry when presenting an Emirates ID upon arrival. This special limited time offer for UAE residents from Louvre Abu Dhabi is running until the end of this month.
COMPETITIONS
- Win With ECCO
  
  Ends on: 30 Sep 2018
- Win With 800 DEGREES
  
  Ends on: 30 Sep 2018
- Win With Matalan
  
  Ends on: 30 Sep 2018
- Win With Reel Cinemas
  
  Ends on: 30 Sep 2018
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A Yacht Caught Fire In Dubai

09 August 2018

An incident of fire on a yacht was reported early in the morning at 7am today. The incident occurred at Port Rashid Marina. After receiving the information about the fire, the Dubai Civil Defence team rushed to the location and extinguished the fire.

Eid Al Adha Holidays Announced In These GCC Countries!

08 August 2018

UAE’s neighbour countries, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, have announced the Eid Al Adha holiday dates. The holiday will begin on Friday, 17 August, and end on Saturday, 25 August. While in both the countries, government employees are set for 9-day

The Lebanese Singer Who Collapsed On Stage In Dubai Has Revealed The Shocking Reason Why

08 August 2018

Lebanese singer, Elissa performed in Dubai in February this year. During the concert, Elissa was taken ill as she collapsed on stage, prompting intervention from members of her band who carried her off stage. The scary incident was caught on

British Tourist Who Racked Up Over Dhs 170,000 In Car Fines Still Has The Car

08 August 2018

The story of the British tourist, who accumulated fines over Dhs 170,000 while driving his rented Lamborghini Huracan supercar at speeds of over 200kmh, has now taken an interesting turn. It has been reported that the car rental company’s partner

Ruler Of Dubai's Candid Moments With His Grandchildren

07 August 2018

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai recently shared three pictures on his official Instagram account, where he is seen spending some quality time with his

Tourist Racks Fines Worth Over Dhs 170,000

07 August 2018

Tourists do get attracted to Dubai’s imagery of swanky sports cars being driven on roads as a very common thing. Making that image even more prominent, some latest Bollywood and Hollywood movies showed lead actors performing some speeding

A Mural In Honour Of The Late Sheikh Zayed Has Been Unveiled

07 August 2018

Yesterday marked the 52nd anniversary of the start of Sheikh Zayed’s rule over Abu Dhabi. The founding father of the UAE assumed his role as leader of Abu Dhabi on 6 August, 1966 - making the date a very special one for residents and nationals alike

Cooler Days Are On Their Way Soon

06 August 2018

With temperature touching the high 40s, summer is taking its toll on everybody. However, the clock is ticking on hot and humid days as UAE astrologers have brought good news, predicting that the end of the super hot season is less than three weeks

Do Not Post These Things On Social Media

06 August 2018

Social media can be a wonderful way of keeping up-to-date with friends and family all over the world. But, we’ve all heard the stories of what happens when the platforms are used wrongly. There are laws of social media use in the UAE

New System To Reduce Waiting Time For A Taxi

05 August 2018

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced its plans to launch a smart time management system at exhibitions, conferences and malls to reduce the times commuters spend in long queues waiting for taxis.

Dubai Teen Puts UAE School On The World Map

05 August 2018

Vishnumaya Deepakchandran, a ninth grade student at GEMS Modern Academy has put the name of his school on the world map after beating more than 3,000 students from 55 countries to win the prestigious World Scholar’s Cup in the junior category.

Here’s What The Weather Will Be Like This Week

05 August 2018

Ask anyone in the region and they’ll tell you the same thing: “It’s hot!” Unfortunately, we don’t see that changing any time soon.

A 74% Increase In Tourists From This Country In The First 6 Months Of This Year

02 August 2018

Russian tourists in the first half of this year increased by a staggerring 74% compared to last year which went towards Dubai's first half tourism numbers of 8.1 million international overnight tourists from January to June

This Emirati Artist's Work Is On Display In New York's Times Square

02 August 2018

It’s every artist’s dream to have their work on display. But, what about having it on display in one of the biggest, most popular spots in the world? That’s unbeatable. Emirati national, Fatma Lootah got just that when her work was chosen

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