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UPDATES
- Emirates Airline To Ban All In-Flight Use Of Power Banks
  
  From 1 October, Emirates Airline will prohibit the in-flight use of power banks, allowing passengers to carry only one unit under strict safety conditions.
- Ghani Souleymane Begins 100 Triathlons In 100 Days Challenge
  
  Dubai-based endurance athlete Ghani Souleymane is starting 100 consecutive 100km triathlons, ending at the Dubai T100 Triathlon in November, in a Guinness World Record bid to raise funds for children affected by conflict.
- New Upgrade To Ease Traffic Congestion In Key Dubai Roads
  
  RTA’s road upgrade between Ras Al Khor and Al Meydan will raise traffic capacity by 50%, reducing congestion and improving travel to key business and residential areas.
- UAE Launches Space Mission And Satellite Engineering Programme
  
  A new UAE initiative will train Emirati professionals in satellite engineering and space mission leadership, building a skilled local workforce to power the nation’s growing space ambitions.
HEALTH & FITNESS
- Building Immunity In Your Children: Back-To-School Health Tips
  
  Make this back-to-school season smooth for your children with these tips to help build their immunity.
- How To Use AI To Track Your Health And Fitness
  
  Connector takes you through some of the essentials insights to using AI to track your health and 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.
BEAUTY
- Tips To Keep Your Skin Hydrated This Summer
  
  Here's Connector's guide to help you achieve glowing, hydrated skin during the summer
- 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
KIDS & EDUCATION
- Help Your Child Transition Smoothly This Back-To-School Season
  
  Practical insights that will ease your child back into learning this back-to-school season, and help you breathe easier too.
- Dubai’s Best Indoor Attractions For Kids Before School Starts
  
  Celebrate the last few weeks of summer vacation with your children at some of these top attractions in Dubai.
- Back-To-School Essentials To Add To Your List
  
  Prepare well for this back-to-school season by adding some of these essential items to your list.
- Flexible Ways To Pay School Fees In Dubai
  
  School fees in Dubai can constitute a major household expense. Connector explore some of the flexible payment options accepted across private schools in the city.
DINING
- Exciting Dining Offers In Dubai This Week
  
  Savour the start of August in style! Connector brings you some of the city’s hottest dining deals so you can indulge in Dubai’s best flavours without the guesswork.
- Ten To Try: Shawarma
  
  Who doesn't love shawarma? Connector highlights some of the great ones to try in Dubai, served across many hidden gems and beloved institutions alike.
- Chefs' Corner: Aakash Tyagi
  
  Chef Aakash Tyagi from Romeo Lane speaks to Connector about his culinary journey, inspirations and more.
- Watch Your Premier League Team With Fellow Fans At These Dedicated Supporters Club Bars
  
  Connector highlights some of the Dubai venues to catch this season of the English Premier League.
HOME & GARDEN
- Public Transportation In Dubai: Dos And Don'ts
  
  Here’s a simple guide to some of the most important dos and don’ts when using public transport in Dubai
- How You Can Eat Sustainably For The Planet’s Sake
  
  Connector explores how you can eat sustainably for the sake of yourselves and the planet.
- Connector In Conversation With Mujeeb Rahman: Golden Heart With A Golden Visa
  
  Connector spoke to Mujeeb Rahman, a senior executive who dedicates his free time to volunteering and serving the city's blue-collar labour force, for which he was awarded a Golden Visa by the government.
- 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.
WHATS ON
- Games Of The Future 2025 Announces Lineup Of Phygital Events
  
  Featuring 11 phygital disciplines, top global athletes and a USD 5 million prize pool, Abu Dhabi will host the Games of the Future 2025 this December.
- Things To Do For The Weekend 8 To 10 August
  
  Here's Connectors highlights of what's happening across Dubai this weekend!
- 'Kings Of P-Pop' SB19 Set To Rock Dubai
  
  P-pop superstars SB19 are performing live in Dubai this October, bringing their global tour to Coca-Cola Arena for an electrifying, one-night-only show.
- DIFC Art Nights Returns This November
  
  Inviting artists to showcase their work in Dubai’s iconic cultural hub, DIFC Art Nights returns this November for its 20th edition. Submissions are open until 15 September.
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Dubai Will Soon Have a 'Sky Garden'

01 May 2019

Construction seems to be never-ending in Dubai and with every new project, Dubai tends to get more innovative and creating interesting places for visitors and residents alike. In no time, Dubai will have a beautiful 380 metre long and 60 feet high

Souq.com Becomes Amazon.ae In The UAE

01 May 2019

If you have been a Dubai resident for some time, there is a every chance that you have shopped from the locally grown e-commerce portal www.souq.com. Whether for some great electronic bargains or amazing deals on household items, www.souq.com has

Ramadan Parking Hours Announced

01 May 2019

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced special parking hours with a two hour break around Iftar during the Holy month of Ramadan. Paid parking will be applicable to all paid parking zones, except Tecom, from 8am-6pm and 8pm to 12

Ramadan Working Hours For Private Sector Announced

01 May 2019

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation issued a circular on Wednesday to announce the reduced working hours for private sector employees during the Holy month of Ramadan. As per the ministry notification, private sector working hours will

Now Pay Government Fees And Fines In Installments

30 April 2019

Dubai government has passed a new regulation that allows the payment of select Dubai government fees and fines in instalments. The Executive Council Resolution No. (5) of 2019 was passed under the directive of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed

JW Marriott Dubai Deira To Suspend Operations

30 April 2019

If you have lived in Dubai for some time, you will be familiar with the name of JW Marriott Dubai in Deira, known for being one of the oldest luxury hotels in the emirate. However, a news statement released by hospitality group

Expo 2020 Ticket Prices Are Out

29 April 2019

Expo 2020 organisers have released details on the ticket prices to attend this highly anticipated global event. The six month long event will begin in October next year and will run until April 2021. The global event will witness participation from

Fuel Prices Announced

29 April 2019

The Ministry of Energy has announced the new fuel prices for May which sees an increase in the cost of a litre of petrol and diesel. The new prices will take Super 98 up to Dhs 2.48 per litre from Dhs 2.23 per litre in April, Special 95 will cost

Ramadan To Most Likely Begin On This Date

29 April 2019

The International Astronomical Centre has predicted the start of the Holy Month of Ramadan on 6 May in most of the Islamic nations. According to a report on the Government News Agency website, WAM, Mohamed Shawkat, the Centre Director said that the

Mall Timings During Ramadan Announced

29 April 2019

The Holy month of Ramadan offers a range of sales and promotions across a variety of brands to entice people to visit their favourite malls and grab the best deals. With around a week to go till the start of the Holy month, mall timings during

Westlife Are Coming To Dubai

28 April 2019

Off the back of recent announcements, Coca-Cola Arena, opening on 6 June, has announced a new act to perform at the arena later this summer. Following performances from Russell Peters and Maroon 5, chart topping Irish boy band Westlife, will take to

Global Village Announces The Dates For Next Season

28 April 2019

It has only been two weeks since one of the UAE’s leading family entertainment destinations, Global Village, drew the curtain on a hugely successful 23rd season. However, the team behind the venture have wasted no time in preparing for the 24th