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UPDATES
- UAE Weather Updates: Rising Temperatures With Chances Of Light Rainfall
  
  Temperatures could reach up to 49°C in parts of the UAE this week, with light rain expected in Al Ain and inland areas, prompting warnings of reduced visibility and difficult driving conditions.
- MoHAP Reaffirms UAE's Commitment To Fighting Hepatitis
  
  On World Hepatitis Day, MoHAP highlights the UAE’s strong national efforts in prevention, early detection, and vaccination, with a 98% hepatitis vaccine coverage across the country.
- Ministry Of Education Launches 2025 Summer Abroad Programme
  
  Offering global exposure and hands-on training in AI, innovation, and leadership, UAE's Ministry of Education is sending 270 top students to prestigious universities across six countries this summer.
- Over 395 Million Journeys In Dubai Public Transport Recorded In First Half Of 2025
  
  Public transport use in Dubai rose by 9% in the first half of 2025 compared to last year. Metro and taxi services led the growth, showing increasing trust in Dubai’s expanding and sustainable mobility network.
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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
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The latest news, updates and stories from Connector Dubai.

Arrive Early At DXB

06 August 2019

Are you flying out this weekend for an Eid Al Adha vacation? The you should aim to get to the airport at least three hours before the flight’s scheduled departure time. The coming weekend is expected to be a very busy time at Dubai International

Malls To Remain Open For Longer Hours

05 August 2019

Even though Dubai Summer Surprises has come to an end, exciting shopping experiences continue from this weekend. From Thursday 8 August until Saturday 17 August, for Eid Al Adha celebrations, prominent city malls will remain open for longer hours

New Calling And Data Plans For GCC Travelers

05 August 2019

UAE telecom provider du, has announced three new calling and data plans for those travelling for Hajj in Saudi Arabia and has extended these plans to cover other GCC countries including Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman. The new packages with up to 30GB of

Dry Night Announced In Dubai This Weekend

05 August 2019

The Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) has issued a circular to all of the city’s hotels and restaurants advising them to observe dry night as of 6.30pm on Friday, 9 August to 7.30pm on Saturday, 10 August. Marking the occasion of

Nearly 300 Million Public Transport Rides In The First Six Months

04 August 2019

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has released the statistics revealing the exact number of riders used public transport in the first six months of this year. As per the figures released, an average of 1.6 million riders took public

Special Eid Al Adha Firework Show Announced

04 August 2019

Dubai's skies are set to be all lit up with the colourful bursts of fireworks for Eid Al Adha, after an observatory in Saudi Arabia announced on Thursday, 1 August that the first day of Eid Al Adha will be Sunday,11 August. More locations for

Choose Your In-Flight Meal Before You Fly

01 August 2019

Emirates Airlines is rolling out a new option that allows passengers to book their choice of meal online before they fly. Though the option to pre-order vegetarian and dietary-specific meals is already available on Emirates website while booking a

Petrol Prices Are Set To Rise In August 2019

30 July 2019

The Ministry of Energy has announced the new fuel prices for August 2019 which sees an increase in the cost of a litre of petrol and diesel. The new prices will take Super 98 to Dhs 2.37 per litre up from Dhs2.30 per litre in July

Watch: Video Of A Dancing Cleaner Goes Viral

30 July 2019

Someone has truly said that money cannot buy happiness and with this new video doing rounds on social media we just cannot agree more. An Abu Dhabi resident Afra Almarar shared a video on his Twitter handle @AAlmrar of a cleaner shaking a leg in

Red Hot Chilli Peppers Tickets To Go On Sale

30 July 2019

After confirming the news that Red Hot Chilli Peppers would be perfroming at the Abu Dhabi Showdown Week, the seven-days of big entertainment events leading up to UFC 242, the organisers have confirmed that tickets for the concert are on sale from

Men Sponsored By Families Can Now Get Labour Cards

29 July 2019

A new work permit rule introduced by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation will allow private businesses to recruit men sponsored by their families. The new permit will benefit sons that have finished schools and universities and sponsor

Ferry Service Between Dubai And Sharjah

28 July 2019

A new ferry service will connect Dubai and Sharjah with the aim of easing the pressure on roads, offering a quick and alternative transportation option between the two. Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) launched the new marine transport

A New Venue For The Children's Birthday Party

28 July 2019

Young movie-goers are in for a real treat and whole new experience as Novo Cinema, Dubai Festival City Mall launches Novo Kidz. Featuring furry ‘Friendly Monster’ seats, adjustable light and sound, Novo Kidz offers specialised monster themed birthday

Abu Dhabi Gets Toll Gates

25 July 2019

Road toll gates will be active in the UAE capital city Abu Dhabi from 15 October 2019, as confirmed by senior officials at the Abu Dhabi Department of Transport (DoT). Four toll gates have been installed at Sheikh Zayed Bridge, Sheikh Khalifa Bridge