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UPDATES
- His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Promoted To The Rank Of General
  
  Marking a significant step in his leadership and national service, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan has been promoted to the rank of General following a decree by the UAE President.
- Sweet Welcome Awaits Dubai Visitors At DXB
  
  Travellers arriving at DXB are being greeted with free soft-serve ice cream as part of a unique summer initiative celebrating local hospitality and homegrown talent.
- DXB Sees Record Passenger Traffic In First Half Of 2025
  
  Dubai International Airport recorded 46 million passengers in the first half of 2025, defying regional disruptions and reaffirming its status as the world’s busiest international airport.
- DUBAI REEF Boosts Marine Life With Rapid Results
  
  DUBAI REEF is already showing major environmental gains, with a surge in marine life and biodiversity, marking a breakthrough in ocean conservation.
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
- 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.
- 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.
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The latest news, updates and stories from Connector Dubai.

Dubai Records Lowest Unemployment Rate In Dubai

19 May 2019

The Dubai Statistics Centre’s latest report has revealed that the unemployment rate in the emirate is the lowest in the world with 0.5% recorded for last year. The survey also showed the percentage of the total working-age population reached 83.2%

Weather Update: Rain To Return This Week

19 May 2019

This week's weather report is a cool respite from the hot weather that has picked up in last few days and almost touching on 40°C. Dubai residents will see changes until Wednesday as scattered rainfall of different intensities is expected over the

Sheikh Mohammed Writes A Poem For His Sons

19 May 2019

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, took to his official Twitter account to express his content and joy at the wedding of his three sons His Highness Sheikh Hamdan

Sheikh Hamdan And His Brothers Get Married

16 May 2019

The most awaited news is officially out. On Thursday, local newspapers confirmed that His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai was married to Sheikha Sheikha bint Saeed bin Thani Al Maktoum in a joint

Travis Scott Is Set To Headline Abu Dhabi's Yasalam After-Race Concert

16 May 2019

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is so well known for its top class after-race concerts that UAE residents and Formula 1 fans are always excited to know who’s taking to the stage next and it’s never too early to know. Feeding the excitement of fans,

UAE Residents Could Get Five Day Holiday For Eid Al Fitr

16 May 2019

It is most likely that UAE residents will get five days of holidays this Eid Al Fitr. According to the holiday list, issued by the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources, unifying the number of holidays for public and private sector

Now Get Your Car Registration Renewed Without Clearing Traffic Fines

16 May 2019

Dubai Police have extended one more benefit to motorists under the ‘new traffic fine discount initiative’ launched in February this year in line with the ‘Year of Tolerance’ campaign. Only a few days after Dubai Police announced that a total

Swap Your Plastic Bottles For Reusable Ones For Free Here And More

16 May 2019

Are you concerned about the environment? Do you know there is more plastic in the ocean than fish and mass deforestation is taking a toll on our ecological system? If you care, and want to do something but don’t know where to start

Dates Announced For Dubai Summer Surprises

15 May 2019

Summer is going to be the best time to be in Dubai with lots to do and the chance to shop till you drop.Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) has confirmed the dates for the 22nd season of Dubai Summer Surprises. Dubai's annual summer

A Hypermarket Now Open At Dubai's First Nature Mall

14 May 2019

A 109,000 sq ft Carrefour Hypermarket is now open at Dubai¹s first nature inspired mall. The store in Cityland Mall, is located off the E311 Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Highway, adjacent to Global Village (now closed but due to reopen again in October

An Indian Expatriate Tragically Passed Away Following Surgery

14 May 2019

In a tragic turn of events, Betty Rita Fernades, an Indian expatriate, lost her life allegedly due to complications arising following a hip replacement operation at Al Zahra Hospital. According to a report the hospital Chief Executive Officer,

Crown Prince Of Dubai Celebrates Manchester City Win

14 May 2019

While Manchester City's fans across the globe celebrated being crowned Premier League Champions for a second successive season, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and an ardent sports enthusiast took

A Fitness Initiative For Children

14 May 2019

Childhood habits have a significant impact on our life-long actions. While we struggle hard to mend our bad habits, good habits developed at a tender change effortlessly help us out in adult life. Two of many habits that most of us generally

Dubai Wins Yet Another Guinness World Record

12 May 2019

One of Dubai's newest visitor attractions, The Dubai Frame, has entered the Guinness Book Of Records.The landmark is now officially recognised as the largest building in the world in the shape of a frame. The Dubai Frame was opened to the public