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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.
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The latest news, updates and stories from Connector Dubai.

The UAE Went All-Out This Weekend For National Day

04 December 2018

This long weekend has been jam-packed with events celebrating the 47th UAE National Day. Whether you celebrated with family and friends in the region or you enjoyed the break overseas, there was just so much going on that you probably

UAE Passport Now Ranked Number One Worldwide

04 December 2018

After being recently being placed at 8th spot, followed by 3rd, the UAE Passport has now jumped to the top spot worldwide. Ranked as the number one best in the world, the UAE passport allows holders to enter 167 countries visa-free

UAE Satellite Captures Iconic Photo From Space

04 December 2018

Last month, the first ever completely Emirati-made satellite, KhalifaSat was launched. Taking off into space from Tanegashima Space Centre in Japan, the satellite’s purpose is to capture images of Earth from space. KhalifaSat’s first image was

UAE Amnesty Scheme Extended For One Month

04 December 2018

The amnesty scheme which took effect on 1 August and was originally planned to continue until 31 October, has been extended for a second time. The first extension saw the scheme continuing through to 1 December, however, it will now continue until

Fuel Prices For December Announced

01 December 2018

The fuel prices in the UAE for the month of December have been and announced and the good news is they have come down … and by quiet a bit as well. The Ministry of Energy and Industry has announced that from 1 December the price of unleaded

This Is Why Your Phone Network Reads '30NOV'

28 November 2018

Did you notice the change on your mobile phone this morning? Well you are not the only one. This time around, the network name has been changed and includes in its place ‘30 NOV’ to mark the UAE’s Commemoration Day which falls each year on

Third Jazz Festival Act Announced

28 November 2018

Hot off the heals of the announcements that Snow Patrol and Jamiroquai are confirmed to perform in Dubai next year, the third headline act confirmed to perform at the three-day Dubai Jazz Festival is American singer-songwriter Alicia Keys,

UAE Rulers Free Over 1,800 Prisoners Ahead Of National Day

27 November 2018

In respect to UAE National Day, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has ordered the release of 625 prisoners. The prisoners will be released from Dubai’s prisons ahead

Watch This Stirring Rendition Of UAE National Anthem

27 November 2018

Musicians representing about 190 nations have been brought together in the Dubai desert to perform an unprecedented rendition of the UAE national anthem, as part of Expo 2020 Dubai’s celebrations to mark the 47th UAE National Day and the Year of

Jamiroquai Will Be Performing In Dubai Next Year

27 November 2018

On Monday it was announced that Snow Patrol will be performing at the 2019 Dubai Jazz Festival, and now it has been announced that Jamiroquai are the next major act. The act will be performing on 21 February. The British jazz-funk band from London,

Rain To Continue

27 November 2018

Dubai residents can expect light showers to continue for next two more days as The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecasted that there will be slight drop in temperature with some light rainfall until Wednesday.

Snow Patrol To Perform At Next Year's Dubai Jazz Festival

26 November 2018

The 17th edition of the Dubai Jazz Festival kicks off early next year and naturally, we can expect to see some huge acts. As the first act announced, Snow Patrol will be taking to the stage on 20 February. The Northern Irish rock band soared

Long Term UAE Visas For These People

25 November 2018

The UAE Cabinet has decided to approve a long-term visa system. The system applies to investors, entrepreneurs, specialised talents and researchers in the fields of science and knowledge as well as outstanding students. The aim of this new system

HH Sheikh Mohammed Helps In This Tragic Story

25 November 2018

During a holiday in Dubai, Anastasia Popova tragically lost her mother after a collapse caused by a rupture in her heart. Despite medical treatment, at a total of over Dhs 800,000, her mother did not survive. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid