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UPDATES
- Fuel Prices For August Announced
  
  According to the latest announcement by UAE Fuel Price Committee, petrol rates will drop slightly, while diesel will see an increase starting 1 August.
- Park Free At Mosques In Dubai For One Hour During Prayer Times
  
  Worshippers in Dubai can now park for free for one hour during prayer times at 59 mosques, as part of a new initiative managed by Parkin, starting August.
- Dubai Police Announces Esports Tournament With Total Prize Pool Of Dhs 200,000
  
  Combining competitive gaming with cyber safety awareness for youth, Dubai Police opens registration for a major esports tournament happening this August, with Dhs 200,000 in total prize pool.
- UAE Makes Permit Mandatory For Social Media Advertising
  
  A new UAE permit system for social media advertising will soon be mandatory, even for unpaid promotions. Content creators must register online, with permits free for the first three years.
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
- 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.
- 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.
COMPETITIONS

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The latest news, updates and stories from Connector Dubai.

2019 Declared as the 'Year of Tolerance'

16 December 2018

The UAE has officially declared 2019 as the ‘Year of Tolerance.’ President, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has given the title with the idea that the Ministry and the government authorities will focus on the vast importance of

Pope Francis Will Hold A Papal Mass in Abu Dhabi

13 December 2018

Further to the announcement last week that Pope Francis will visit the UAE early next year, it has now also been confirmed that he is set to hold a Papal Mass during his visit on 5 February at Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi.

Abandoning Pets Is Now Punishable By Law

13 December 2018

Announced by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment on Wednesday, people who abandon their pets will now face legal consequences. Due to the increasing number of pets being left by owners, the Ministry has intervened. Abandonment and

Dubai Airport Set To Be At Its Busiest This Month

13 December 2018

It’s going to be a busy week for travel at Dubai International Airport (DXB)! With a lot of people travelling for the holidays, there will be a surge of passengers travelling to and from Dubai. Emirates Airline is expecting 100,000 passengers to use

The "Christmas Comet" Will Be Visible This Weekend

12 December 2018

Your little ones will be dazzled at the sight of Santa Claus soaring through the skies this weekend. Okay, it’s not really Santa Claus (spoiler alert) but it is just as magical. the “Christmas comet,” also known as 46P/Wirtanen will be visible

Abu Dhabi Police Will Now Patrol In A Very Different Way

11 December 2018

We’ve all witnessed police patrolling via horseback, what we haven’t seen, however, is police patrolling via… camel. Abu Dhabi Police has now launched a camel patrol by the name of Hajana in order to embrace the region’s most faithful four-legged

RAK Will Host An Epic Fireworks Display This NYE

11 December 2018

If you’re planning on getting away from the mania that is a Dubai New Year’s Eve, why not staycation in Ras Al Khaimah? This New Year’s Eve, Al Marjan Island will be staking a claim on a Guinness World Record as it hosts a 12-minute fireworks display

New Alert System To Help Find Missing Children in the UAE

11 December 2018

There will be a new alert system in the UAE to help families find children who have gone missing. In collaboration with Facebook, the ‘Neda,’ which means ‘alert’ in Arabic, will notify Facebook users of SOS cases in relation to missing children.

Emirati Women Representation At FNC To Increase

09 December 2018

Emirati women will represent 50% of the seats in the Federal National Council (FNC) from next years parliamentary term, under new directives issued by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. Currently of the 40 seats,

WATCH: Sheikh Mohammed Cheer Up A Little Girl On National Day

06 December 2018

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai cheered up a little girl who was upset on missing out on a National Day call from him. The video that went viral on social media shows a bunch

Dubai's First Floating Supermarket

06 December 2018

As if shopping on dry land was not enough, Dubai residents can now buy groceries at sea as well. Retail giant Carrefour has announced the launch of its sea store to serve yachts as well as beach goers in Dubai. This is a first of its kind

Pope To Make His First Visit To The UAE

06 December 2018

Pope Francis has accepted the UAE’s invitation to visit the country. The Vatican has confirmed that the Pope will visit the UAE in February. This will be the first ever visit of the Pope to the Gulf region and leaders of the nation expect this to

This Oldest Palace Reopens

06 December 2018

Abu Dhabi’s oldest heritage site Qasr Al Hosn reopens as a museum after the completion of its renovation and renewal works. His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander

Have You Noticed The Name Change On Your Mobile?

05 December 2018

UAE residents noticed a change again where the network name usually appears on their mobile, which has been replaced with ‘Qasr Al Hosn’. This time around the name change is due to a historic landmark in Abu Dhabi, which is set to reopen as a