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UPDATES
- Fuel Prices For November Announced
  
  Motorists will see lower fuel costs this November as petrol and diesel prices drop across the UAE
- UAE Teachers To Receive AI Training For Future Classrooms
  
  A new UAE initiative will train teachers in artificial intelligence to improve learning methods and prepare students for the jobs of the future, in partnership with Microsoft and the UAE’s AI Office.
- Global Village Joins Dubai Fitness Challenge With Exciting Rewards
  
  Inspiring visitors to stay active with exciting prizes, fun fitness events, and family-friendly activities as part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge 2025, Global Village is bringing back the Ozka Step Challenge this November
- His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Launches New Volunteering Ecosystem For The Nation
  
  A new national ecosystem has been launched to expand the UAE’s volunteer base to 600,000 people, introducing digital platforms, support funds and nationwide initiatives to strengthen community participation.
HEALTH & FITNESS
- How To Use AI To Track Your Health And Fitness
  
  Connector takes you through some of the essentials insights to using AI to track your health and fitness.
- Benefits Of Physiotherapy: Who’s It For And How Can It Help?
  
  Honouring World Physiotherapy Day on 8 September, Connector looks at how physiotherapy can benefit families and the existing misconceptions about it.
- Building Immunity In Your Children
  
  Make this back-to-school season smooth for your children with these tips to help build their immunity.
- 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.
BEAUTY
- Acne Solutions For Youngsters: Expert Tips Parents Need To Know
  
  Here’s how parents can help their children, or even themselves, manage breakouts.
- How Stress Can Impact Your Skin Health
  
  The connection between the brain and skin means that stress can display visibly on our skin. Let's dive deep into this and understand how stress affects our skin and what measures we can implement to reduce its impact.
- 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.
- Tips To Keep Your Skin Hydrated This Summer
  
  Here's Connector's guide to help you achieve glowing, hydrated skin during the summer
KIDS & EDUCATION
- Benefits Of ECAs And How To Help Your Child Choose The Right One
  
  Parents can support their children in making the right choice for their ECAs with these expert tips.
- Flexible Ways To Pay School Fees In Dubai
  
  School fees in Dubai can constitute a major household expense. Connector explore some of the flexible payment options accepted across private schools in the city.
- How To Nurture Saving Habits In Your Children
  
  Equipping one's children with practical money skills has never been more essential. Connector explores how parents in Dubai can encourage saving habits in their children using simple steps.
- Help Your Child Transition Smoothly This Back-To-School Season
  
  Practical insights that will ease your child back into learning this back-to-school season, and help you breathe easier too.
DINING
- Where To Dine In Dubai This Week: Unmissable Offers And Experiences
  
  Discover Dubai’s best dining offers this week. From Thai festivities to Italian brunches and chic afternoon teas and more, the city’s restaurants are serving irresistible deals for every craving.
- Brunches, Halloween Feasts And More: Dubai Dining Offers To Try This Week
  
  From Halloween feasts to brunches and gourmet nights, Dubai’s dining scene is packed with exciting offers this week. Discover some of the best spots to eat, drink and celebrate around the city.
- Abu Dhabi’s Restaurants Shine In Latest Michelin Guide Reveal
  
  Abu Dhabi’s 2026 Michelin Guide honoured the city’s growing global culinary reputation, with Erth, Hakkasan and Talea retaining their stars, and new Bib Gourmand winners including 3Fils, Bua Thai Café and Goldfish.
- Eating Out This Week? Must-Try Dining Deals In Dubai
  
  From Diwali menus to Halloween feasts, new brunches and more, Dubai’s dining offers this week are full of flavour and fun, perfect for discovering what’s new on the city’s food scene.
HOME & GARDEN
- A Guide To Sustainable Shopping In Dubai
  
  How families can shop wisely, for the planet and their home.
- Using AI To Manage Your Diet: A Simple Guide To Smarter Nutrition
  
  How can you use AI tools to manage your diet? We explore that here, and help you take the first steps to make your diet and nutrition goals smarter.
- Enjoy Live Music Around Dubai At These Locations
  
  If you are a fan of live music performances in soulful lounges or high-energy stages, here are some of the best spots to try out in Dubai.
- Connector In Conversation With Kunhali Syed: A Life In Sales, A Soul In Photography
  
  Connector explores the inspiring journey of Kunhali Syed, a highly sought-after sales strategist, photographer and author.
WHATS ON
- Things To Do For The Weekend 31 October - 2 November
  
  From spooky Halloween-themed events to music, sports and more, this weekend in Dubai promises plenty of fun. Check out Connector's highlights
- Keinemusik Set To Light Up Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Weekend
  
  Berlin’s Keinemusik collective will perform live at Yas Gateway Park during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend, bringing their signature mix of house, techno and global beats to the UAE capital this December.
- 'Stranger Things: The Experience' Coming To Abu Dhabi
  
  The world of 'Stranger Things' comes alive at Yas Island this November, with an immersive experience featuring show characters, iconic sets, themed food and exclusive merchandise from the hit Netflix series.
- Zabeel Park Set For Grand Indian Community Festival
  
  On 26 October, Dubai celebrates the Indian community with music, food and vibrant cultural performances in a free public event at Zabeel Park.
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The latest news, updates and stories from Connector Dubai.

Facebook Takes Down An Online Scam Using Abu Dhabi Crown Prince's Name

30 June 2019

UAE residents have been warned by the Abu Dhabi Media Office not to be tricked by a scam in which fraudsters claim His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces had

Dubai To Get A Zombie Park

30 June 2019

Nakheel Malls is teaming up with Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club to create a giant, zombie-themed entertainment zone, featuring more than 12 activities and attractions, at The Night Market on Deira Islands. Zombie Apocalypse Park (ZAP) features a

Good News For Drivers As Petrol Prices Go Down

27 June 2019

The Ministry of Energy has announced the new fuel prices for July 2019 which sees a drop in the cost of a litre of petrol and diesel. The new prices will take Super 98 to Dhs 2.30 per litre from Dhs 2.53 per litre in June, Special 95 will cost

RTA To Relocate Women Cabins

27 June 2019

The ‘Women and Children’ cabin in Dubai metros will be relocated over the next two months to ensure more privacy and comfort to this group of passengers, Dubai's Road and Transport Authority (RTA) have announced. This move comes in effect after obser

The Driver Of The Oman Bus Accident May Have To Pay Dhs 3.4 Million

27 June 2019

The Omani driver, held responsible for the tragic Dubai road accident that took place on 6 June during the Eid Al Fitr holidays will stand trial soon. The accident resulted in seventeen passengers losing their lives and thirteen more seriously

Fazza Shares His Latest Travel Pictures

26 June 2019

From looking at His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai’s latest photos on his Instagram account, you would be forgiven for guessing that he may be on honeymoon, even though we cannot see any pictures of

Amazon Is Bringing Massive Sales To Dubai Next Month

26 June 2019

Just a couple of weeks after launching Amazon Prime in the UAE on 11 June, the online shopping giant who took over souq.com in Middle East has announced Prime Day in the UAE. This two-day shopping extravaganza starts at midnight on Monday, 15 July

Sheikh Mohammed Celebrates Ten Year Anniversary On Twitter

25 June 2019

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, who actively uses the social media platform Twitter, to announce major government initiatives and maintains diplomatic relations

Logo Of First Emirati Space Mission Pays Tribute To The UAE’s Founding Father

25 June 2019

The official logo for the UAE’s first Arab and Emirati mission to the International Space Station (ISS) was unveiled by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), in cooperation with the Federal Youth Authority (FYA). The mission logo pays

Weather Update: Dust Storms And Light Rain Likely

25 June 2019

According to the weather forecast by the National Centre for Meteorology, it is expected that Dubai will be fair to partly cloudy with a chance of light rainfall on Tuesday afternoon. Winds will be light to moderate and weather is likely to be humid

Parking Tests In Dubai Will Now Be Fully Automated

24 June 2019

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced that the yard test or car parking test, the second of three driving tests in order to get a driving licence in Dubai, will now be fully automated through the Smart Yard project without any

A Major Dhs 2 Billion Road Improvement Project Improved

23 June 2019

The improvement of Dubai -Al Ain Road Project worth Dhs 2 billion has been approved by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Under this project, Dubai - Al Ain Road

Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Receives Trophy From Queen Elizabeth II On Historic Royal Ascot Win

23 June 2019

UAE horses came out on top at one of Britain’s most coveted horse race meetings, Royal Ascot. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai received the winning trophy from Queen

Airlines Reroute Flights

22 June 2019

The UAE’s Emirates Airlines, Etihad and low cost airline flydubai have confirmed that they are rerouting some of their flights to avoid flying over Iranian waters and in Iranian airspace. This follows an emergency order issued by the