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UPDATES
- New Era For Precision Healthcare As Dubai Scientists Publish Landmark Study
  
  Offering groundbreaking insights into regional DNA and paving the way for personalised healthcare across the UAE, Dubai scientists published the first Arab Pangenome Reference.
- Meraas Expands Nad Al Sheba Gardens With Luxury Homes
  
  Meraas adds 201 luxury homes to Nad Al Sheba Gardens, offering spacious villas and townhouses set in a green, family-focused community located close to Downtown Dubai.
- UAE Weather Updates: Rain Expected In Parts Of The Country This Weekend
  
  Rain is forecast in parts of the UAE this weekend in regions including Al Ain, Fujairah and Sharjah, along with reduced visibility expected due to dust and wind.
- His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Launches 'Dubai Mallathon'
  
  Turning shopping malls into fitness zones this August, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan launches Dubai Mallathon to help residents stay active despite the summer heat, all for free.
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
- 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.
- Chef's Corner: Karishma Sakhrani
  
  Connector spoke to Chef Karishma Sakhrani, one of India's most recognised young chefs and Head Chef at The Viceroy Table in Dubai. Chef Karishma shares her culinary journey and inspirations.
- Grab These Dining Deals This Week In Dubai
  
  Feast your way through the week! Connector rounds up some of the tastiest dining offers across Dubai so you don’t have to think twice about where to eat next.
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
- Comedian Russell Peters Returns To Dubai This October
  
  Get ready for a night of fresh laughs, fast wit, and unfiltered humour as comedy legend Russell Peters returns to Coca-Cola Arena this October with his Relax World Tour.
- Things To Do For The Weekend 25 - 27 July
  
  Enjoy the last weekend of July with these exciting events highlighted by Connector
- Don't Miss The Chance To Observe Milky Way In Al Quaa This Weekend
  
  Get ready for an unforgettable night of stargazing, astrophotography, and celestial stories under the stars with Dubai Astronomy Group's Milky Way observation night this Saturday in Al Quaa Desert.
- Sunidhi Chauhan To Perform Live In Dubai
  
  Expect a phenomenal musical celebration of Bollywood’s greatest hits as playback icon Sunidhi Chauhan returns to Dubai, performing live at Coca-Cola Arena on 13 September.
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The latest news, updates and stories from Connector Dubai.

Autonomous Vehicle Trials Begins At Expo Site

22 March 2020

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has started the trial run of an autonomous vehicle at the site of Expo 2020 Dubai. The vehicle will carry individuals from the main entrance of the site to the staff offices following a dedicated path

Earn Shukran Points With DTC Limos

22 March 2020

RTA’s Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) has signed an agreement with the retail group, Landmark to link the DTC app with their ‘Shukran Loyalty Points Programme.’ Passengers can book limos through DTC app and have a chance to earn Shukran points on all

Dubai World Cup Postponed

22 March 2020

It has announced that due to the growing concerns around the spread of coronavirus COVID-19, and to safeguard the health of all participants, the organising committee has decided to postpone the 25th edition of the Dubai World Cup

Emirates Suspends 70 Per Cent Of Routes

22 March 2020

Emirates has announced it is suspending flights to more destinations in light of ongoing COVID-19 outbreak and restrictions on air travel. The total number of destinations affected now stands at 111, which means Emirates has temporarily suspended

Sheikh Mohammed - Education Will Never Stop

22 March 2020

As students in the UAE today settled down for their first distance learning class from home, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and ruler of Dubai took to the social media to share a pictu

Dubai To Disinfect Streets

22 March 2020

Dubai Municipality has begun to disinfect streets and roads around Dubai to contain the spread of COVID-19. The programme began on Friday, 21 March and will run for 11 continuous days. The campaign will see at least 95 major roads thoroughly

Good Luck Today!

22 March 2020

Today is the first day of distance learning for UAE school children and is set to continue for the next 2 weeks. Undoubtedly there will be challenges for some and a few issues faced with this new form of education. What is also certain is any problem

Beaches Closed And F&B To Operate At Less Capacity

22 March 2020

The Ministry of Health and Prevention and the National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority have announced the closure of public and private beaches, parks, swimming pools, movie theatres, sports halls and lounges for a period of two

Free Delivery From Talabat

19 March 2020

With a rise in home deliveries recently due to many people working from home and reducing social contact, delivery company Talabat has announced it will be waiving its delivery fees. The decision has been made to support local businesses in the

UAE Temporarily Suspends Issuing New Labour Cards

19 March 2020

With a rise in number of measures being taken to contain the spread of coronavirus COVID-19, the UAE government has now announced to temporarily halt issuing all type of labour permits, including those for drivers and domestic workers. The rule is

UAE Temporarily Suspends Entry Of UAE Residents Currently Abroad

19 March 2020

The UAE government continues to put in measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus COVID-19. In a new step, the government has temporarily suspended the entry of UAE resident visa holders, who are currently travelling abroad, and now won't be able

UAE Temporarily Suspends Issuing Visa On Arrival

19 March 2020

The UAE government has announced a temporary suspension of visa on arrivals effective mow. This step has been initiated as a part of the precautionary and preventive measures to contain the spread of COVID-19. The only exception to this rule is to

Malls Reduce Operating Hours

18 March 2020

Majid Al Futtaim malls which includes Mall of the Emirates as well as City Centre Mirdiff, City Centre Deira and City Centre Al Shindagha have announced a shortening of their opening hours to. Shops in all Majid Al Futtaim malls will now open from

Free E-Learning Programme For UAE Students

17 March 2020

UAE schools are currently closed temporarily until the start of April, as a precautionary measure against the spread of coronavirus COVID-19, however the UAE government is taking measures to ensure that the learning process continues. Pearson Global