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UPDATES
- Slightly Higher Temperature And Humidity Expected This Week
  
  The UAE will experience a slight rise in temperatures and humidity this week, with occasional foggy mornings expected, according to the National Centre of Meteorology.
- Sharjah Ruler Unveils 51-Volume Arabic Historical Encyclopedia
  
  His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan announced a 51-volume Arabic encyclopedia chronicling history from 550 BCE, set to launch at the Sharjah International Book Fair.
- Baseball United Brings First Filipino Players To The UAE
  
  Marking the first time Filipino athletes will play in a professional baseball league, Baseball United has signed two standout Filipino players to play in Dubai as part of the 'Subcontinent Series'
- New Battery Swapping Stations For Electric Bikes In Dubai
  
  Dubai’s RTA teams up with Terra to roll out battery-swapping stations for electric bikes, aiming to boost sustainable delivery and reduce carbon emissions.
HEALTH & 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.
- 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.
- Building Immunity In Your Children: Back-To-School Health Tips
  
  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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Dubai’s Best Indoor Attractions For Kids Before School Starts
  
  Celebrate the last few weeks of summer vacation with your children at some of these top attractions in Dubai.
DINING
- Exquisite Dining Offers You Need To Try This Week In Dubai
  
  Dubai’s dining scene never slows down, and this week brings a fresh lineup of irresistible offers. Check out Connector's highlights of this week
- Watch Your Premier League Team With Fellow Fans At These Dedicated Supporters Club Bars
  
  Connector highlights some of the Dubai venues to catch this season of the English Premier League.
- Great Dining Offers To Try In Dubai This Week
  
  From set menus to seasonal specials, Connector brings you some of the top dining offers across Dubai this week.
- Ten To Try: Smash Burgers
  
  From crispy edges to juicy centers, Dubai’s smash burger scene is sizzling. Explore some of the most irresistible patties you’ll want to sink your teeth into, right here in the city.
HOME & GARDEN
- How To Use AI To Redecorate Your Home
  
  Use AI as your digital interior designer and redecorate your room, with these tips.
- A Guide To Sustainable Shopping In Dubai
  
  How families can shop wisely, for the planet and their home.
- Your Indoor Workout Essentials
  
  Connector highlights some of the most essential indoor workout equipment to help you stay in shape without stepping out.
- 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.
WHATS ON
- Abu Dhabi To Host Region’s Largest Multi-Sport Event
  
  Abu Dhabi will host the Open Masters Games 2026 in February, the region’s largest multi-sport event featuring 25,000 athletes, over 30 sports and six Emirati heritage competitions.
- J Balvin Confirmed As Major Headliner For UNTOLD Dubai 2025
  
  UNTOLD Dubai 2025 is set to return this November with a bigger lineup than ever, and will feature global reggaeton icon J Balvin as one of its main headliners.
- Andrew Schulz To Perform At Dubai Comedy Festival 2025
  
  Andrew Schulz joins a stellar lineup for Dubai Comedy Festival 2025, bringing his fearless humour and the hit Flagrant podcast to Coca-Cola Arena on 7 October.
- Things To Do For The Weekend 12 - 14 September
  
  Connector is here to help you take this weekend to the next level. Discover some of the most exciting events happening across Dubai.
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The latest news, updates and stories from Connector Dubai.

Another Long Weekend Coming Up Very Soon

17 November 2018

Just as we are all relaxing and taking advantage of the nice long 3 day weekend, we get the extra pleasant announcement that we have another one coming up and this time it is a four day weekend. The UAE Cabinet has announced on the occasion of

E-cigarettes Could Land You In Jail!

15 November 2018

The UAE Embassy in Jakarta has warned residents travelling to Thailand not to use E-cigarettes when in the country. A tweet from the UAE Embassy states that Thai authorities prohibit the possession and smoking of electronic cigarettes of all kinds

Paid Parking In Barsha Heights Starting Next Week

15 November 2018

Starting from 17 November, residents and visitors to Barsha Heights, formerly known as Tecom, will have to pay for parking. The zone is now considered as zone “A” which, according to the parking system, will be chargeable at a fee of Dhs 4 per hour

Old Library Finds New Home

15 November 2018

The Old Library, which shut down four months ago, is back up and running in its new home. In an agreement with Emaar, the oldest English language library in the UAE has now been moved to a new 153.3-square-metre building in Dubai’s Gold and Diamond

Free Parking Across Dubai On Sunday

15 November 2018

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced that parking will be free in all public spaces except multi-storey car parks on Sunday 18 November to mark Prophet Mohammed’s (PBUH) birthday. Parking charges will resume as usual on Monday

Spotify Launches In MENA

15 November 2018

The biggest music streaming subscription service in the world, Spotify, has officially launched in the Middle East and North Africa region (MENA). Music lovers can listen to their favourite songs for free forever, or alternatively can upgrade to

UAE Ranked As Second Safest Country To Visit

13 November 2018

The UAE has claimed the second spot of the worlds safest countries. Based on data from the World Economic Fund, the World Risk Report - major natural disaster statistics, the NHS Fit for Travel website - health risk statistics, and the Foreign

There Will Be A Dry Night Next Week

13 November 2018

On the occasion of the birthday of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH,) there will be a dry night next week. The Department of Tourism and Commerce have issued a statement saying that Dubai will be dry from 5pm on Monday 19 November until 6pm on Tuesday

New Island Destination Is Now Open!

13 November 2018

The curtains are up on the latest man-made island, as Bluewaters is now open to the public. The brand new location is expected to be one of the most buzzing destinations within Dubai featuring residences, hotels, restaurants and

UAE Passport Now Ranked 3rd

11 November 2018

The UAE Passport has now jumped up yet another spot worldwide. Ranked as the 3rd best in the world, the UAE passport allows holders to enter 113 countries visa-free and 50 countries with visas issued on arrival. This leaves just 35 countries

Louvre Abu Dhabi Welcomes 1 Million Visitors

11 November 2018

Celebrating its first birthday today, the iconic Louvre Abu Dhabi has welcomed over 1 million visitors in its first year since its opening on 11 November 2017, establishing it very quickly as a world leading cultural destination.

This Is Why Your Phone Says 'UAE Tolerance'

11 November 2018

You may have noticed a slight change on your mobile phone over the weekend. In honour of International Tolerance Day, held on 16 November, mobile phone networks changed their names to say ‘UAE Tolerance.’ International Tolerance Day

WATCH: Dubai Police Begin Training On Flying Motorbike

11 November 2018

Dubai Police are no strangers to incredible inventions when it comes to their vehicles. Earlier last year, the flying motorbike was introduced as the latest addition to the fleet. Training has now begun on the vehicles as this video, posted by

Reduced Speed Limits For Bad Weather

08 November 2018

The Traffic Safety Committee in Abu Dhabi announced that speed limits in Abu Dhabi will be reduced to 80km per hour when road visibility drops to around 200 metres due to bad weather conditions. The rule comes in the light of enhancing road safety