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UPDATES
- New Exit To Improve Traffic Flow Near Ras Al Khor
  
  Dubai’s RTA will soon open a new exit for vehicles heading from Financial Centre Street towards Ras Al Khor Road, cutting travel time by 54% and easing congestion.
- Emirates Suspends Social Media Ads Amid Rising Ticket Scams
  
  Emirates has paused social media adverts after a spike in fake ticket scams, warning travellers to verify promotions and stay alert to fraud.
- Digital Dubai Introduces Virtual Emirati Family Characters
  
  Designed to make learning about the city’s digital services fun and engaging, Digital Dubai has unveiled its first AI-powered virtual Emirati Family, starting with a friendly character.
- Dubai Municipality Ensures Food Safety With Extensive Inspections
  
  Over 34,000 food inspections were carried out by Dubai Municipality in first half of 2025, ensuring restaurants and food outlets meet the highest safety standards across the city.
HEALTH & FITNESS
- Managing Cholesterol: How To Keep It In Check
  
  High cholesterol is increasingly becoming a silent problem among people across generations and geographies. Connector looks at how you can take concrete steps that will keep high cholesterol under check.
- Understanding Sleep Disorders: Causes, Solutions And When To Seek Help
  
  With the help of expert insights, Connector explores the most common sleep disorders, the underlying causal factors and potential solutions to them.
- Dealing With Food Intolerances
  
  Tips for dealing with food intolerances
- Prevalence Of Vitamin D In The UAE
  
  Over 90% in the region are deficient in vitamin D, which can cause weakness in bones and joints
BEAUTY
- Choosing The Right Sunscreen This Summer
  
  Connector helps you build the right sunscreen routine this summer with the help of expert insights.
- How An Anti-Inflammatory Diet Can Help Your Skin Glow
  
  Connector spoke to experts to help you understand the root causes behind inflammation and how anti-inflammatory diet can help you look more radiant.
- Your Guide To Summer Hair Care
  
  Connector spoke with experts and specialists in the UAE to help you with hair care during summer. Use these expert tips to beat the heat, humidity and hair hassles
- Skincare Routine: Advice From Skin Experts On Choosing Between 10 Step Or 3 Step Routine
  
  Connector spoke with skincare experts to clarify the essentials and help you understand the best practices for a realistic skincare routine.
KIDS & EDUCATION
- Exciting Summer Camps In Dubai Your Children Will Love
  
  Check out these exciting summer camps in Dubai perfect for your children this year. From camps for leisure and activities, to educational camps, there's a lot on offer this summer.
- How To Help Your Child Use AI The Right Way
  
  Artificial intelligence is redefining the way children learn and engage with the world. Connector speaks with leading educational experts in the region to explore how you can help your child use AI the right way.
- Tips To Choosing The Right School
  
  Make the right choice that will ensure the child thrives at school
- Help Your Child Learn Faster And Smarter With These Science-Backed Tips
  
  Understanding the science behind memory and learning can significantly enhance your child's educational journey. Here are some evidence based strategies to help them learn faster.
DINING
- DSS 10 Dirham Dish To Deliver Unbeatable Deals All August
  
  From ramen to shawarma and gelato to hot dogs, DSS 2025 is set to launch its latest '10 Dirham Dish' offer across over 700 outlets all August. No vouchers or bookings required.
- Tasty Dining Deals To Try This Week In Dubai
  
  A fresh week brings fresh new reasons to eat out. Connector rounds up some of the best dining deals out there in Dubai this week.
- Unmissable Dining Deals In Dubai This Week
  
  New menus, summer specials, and fresh openings. Dubai’s dining scene is heating up. Explore the best spots to eat this week with Connector’s top picks!
- Indoor Restaurants In Dubai With Stunning Views
  
  Summer in Dubai is the perfect time to check out indoor dining spaces that also offer stunning views. Connector rounds up some of the best spots in Dubai to enjoy flavours with excellent views.
HOME & GARDEN
- Summer Essentials To Get For This Holiday Season
  
  Here are some essential summer products that you can stock up on for this holiday season, from sunscreens to hand-held fans and more.
- Phenomenal Summer Staycations In Ras Al Khaimah
  
  Ras Al Khaimah offers some of the best summer staycation destinations in the UAE, from serene nature escapes to beach front stays and much more. Here's Connector's roundup of some of the top places in RAK for your summer staycation.
- Connector In Conversation With Lezel Cook: A Mother’s Trek To Everest To Raise Autism Awareness
  
  Lezel Cook, a mother of an 8 year old with autism undertook a group trek to Mount Everest to raise awareness about autism. Connector spoke with her about her personal life journey, what the trek meant for her and what she hopes for families like hers
- Simple Ways In Which You Can Save Water At Home And Help Protect The Environment
  
  Connector explores the importance of saving water at home and looks at simple steps UAE residents can take to make a lasting impact on the environment.
WHATS ON
- Things To Do For The Weekend 1 To 3 August
  
  With something happening in every corner of the city, now’s the perfect time to make the most of the summer and explore what Dubai has to offer. Explore Connector's top picks for this weekend.
- Yas Gaming Festival Kicks Off In Abu Dhabi
  
  Offering free entry, gaming zones, cosplay competitions and loyalty rewards, Yas Gaming Festival kicks off at Yas Mall, running until 10 August.
- Shawn Chidiac And Others Join Star Lineup At Dubai Comedy Festival
  
  Featuring top global comics like Shawn Chidiac, Masood Boomgaard, Paul Taylor and others, Dubai Comedy Festival announces new additions to its lineup.
- Boo Boo Laand Hosts Exciting Event For Children On Friendship Day
  
  From creative workshops to photo moments, Boo Boo Laand at Dubai Mall invites families to celebrate Friendship Day on this weekend, turning a regular Sunday into a memory-filled afternoon for children and their besties.
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Dubai To Host World Cities Culture Summit In 2024

31 October 2023

Dubai is gearing up to be the host city for the World Cities Culture Summit (WCCS) in 2024. WCCS is a global network that includes more than 40 major cities worldwide.

Dubai Ranked As One Of The World's Best Destination For Workation

30 October 2023

Dubai has now secured the second spot on the list of the world's top cities for a workation. In addition to its second-place ranking, Dubai stood out as the only city on the list with a zero-income tax rate.

Abu Dhabi Open To Return For Its Second Edition In February 2024

30 October 2023

The Women's Tennis Association (WTA) and IMG have revealed that the event is scheduled for 3 to 11 February, 2024, at the Zayed Sports City International Tennis Centre in Abu Dhabi.

UAE Weather: Residents Are In For Cloudy Skies, Rainfall And Soaring Temperatures

30 October 2023

Looking ahead to the new week, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) predicts that the weather today will be a mix of fair conditions and occasional cloud cover.

Thousands Of UAE Volunteers Pack Relief Aids In Dubai Festival City Over The Weekend

30 October 2023

In support of the 'Tarahum for Gaza' campaign, which aims to offer humanitarian assistance to those impacted by the conflict in the Gaza Strip, thousands of volunteers came together at the Festival Arena in Dubai Festival City over the weekend.

RTA Completes Repair And Replacement Of 68,000 Traffic Signs In Dubai

27 October 2023

In 2023, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai finished maintaining 67,816 traffic and directional signs in the city.

UAE Weather Update: More Rain Expected, Alerts Continue

27 October 2023

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) predicts cooler temperatures, more rain, and cloudy skies in the UAE today.

Dubai Metro To Soon Get A New Blue Line With 14 Stations Planned

27 October 2023

Dubai metro is all set to get an update with a new line. The metro is set to get a Blue line that will link the current red and green lines, spanning 30km.

You Can Spot Partial Lunar Eclipse In Dubai Over The Weekend

26 October 2023

Dubai residents get ready to observe the final eclipse of the year in Dubai on Saturday, 28 October.

Dubai Police Shares Data Of E-Scooter Accidents, Urges Residents To Follow Rules

26 October 2023

Dubai Police used their social media platforms to remind residents to adhere to the regulations when using electric bicycles and e-scooters in the city.