CONNECTOR.AE 3 Social Media Jessika Otten jessika@wearesoup.ae Bianca Nicole bianca@wearesoup.ae Creative James Fisher fish@wearesoup.ae 3>HS3gr} >>g # - . /0124 56 01 7gH gH 3>HS3r} >>g 69 Editor’s Note Welcome August 2025: Music, Food, Family, and Mindful Living Welcome to the August 2025 edition of Connector! As summer rolls on, we’re bringing you the city’s best entertainment, family fun, and inspiring lifestyle reads to make the most of the season and create unforgettable memories. This month, music lovers can look forward to celebrating 25 years of Macy Gray with a live performance in Dubai, or catching every thrilling moment of the Premier League at dedicated supporters’ club bars. Foodies, get ready to explore our Ten to Try shawarma picks, and meet Chef Aakash Tyagi in this month’s Chef ’s Corner as he shares his culinary journey, inspirations, and favourite flavours. For families, we’ve rounded up Dubai’s best indoor attractions for children, plus practical tips to help your child transition smoothly back to school. We also explore flexible ways to pay school fees, and health essentials like building immunity, keeping skin hydrated, and back-to-school shopping checklists. On the wellness front, discover how AI can help you track health and fitness, and read our guide to eating sustainably to help protect the planet. We’ve also included advice on navigating Dubai’s public transportation safely, efficiently, and respectfully. Finally, in Connector in Conversation, we speak to Mujeeb Rahman - a man with a golden heart and a Golden Visa - whose inspiring story of kindness and dedication is sure to uplift you. Here’s to an August filled with music, good food, new adventures, and meaningful moments that matter. Keeping you connected, Connector Concord Tower, POBox 126732, Dubai MediaCity, Dubai, +971 (0)4 454 9826, enquiries@directreachmedia.com Contents of this publication are copyright. No material may be reproduced without written permission. Notice and disclaimer. The material used in this publication is intended to be used for informational purposes only. A sincere effort has been made to report accurate information. However, one or more recognised authorities in health and nutrition may hold different views than those reported therein, and the reader is so advised. This publication is not meant to be an endorsement of any specific product or services offered. Content Salma Ihab salma@wearesoup.ae Managing Director Chris Nicolaides chris@directreachmedia.com Editorial Nikhil Seethi nikhil@wearesoup.ae Design Vishakha Ramchandani vishi@directreachmedia.com
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