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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.

Eid Al Adha Holidays Announced

12 August 2018

Public sector employees in the UAE will get a week-long holiday this Eid Al Adha, as announced by the UAE government. The holiday will begin on Sunday, 19 August and work will resume on Sunday, 26 August. So in effect, the public sector

Speeding Fines Halved As 20kmh Speed Buffer Removed

12 August 2018

As Abu Dhabi takes away the 20kmh speed buffer on roads from today, 12 August, speeding fines are said to be reduced by half to Dhs 300 from Dhs 600. According to the authorities, the reduction in fines will soften the blow for motorists

Charges Against The Swedish Woman Detained In Dubai Dropped

12 August 2018

Dubai has officially closed the case on the Swedish national detained in Dubai. By order of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, the woman was released

A Yacht Caught Fire In Dubai

09 August 2018

An incident of fire on a yacht was reported early in the morning at 7am today. The incident occurred at Port Rashid Marina. After receiving the information about the fire, the Dubai Civil Defence team rushed to the location and extinguished the fire.

Eid Al Adha Holidays Announced In These GCC Countries!

08 August 2018

UAE’s neighbour countries, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, have announced the Eid Al Adha holiday dates. The holiday will begin on Friday, 17 August, and end on Saturday, 25 August. While in both the countries, government employees are set for 9-day

The Lebanese Singer Who Collapsed On Stage In Dubai Has Revealed The Shocking Reason Why

08 August 2018

Lebanese singer, Elissa performed in Dubai in February this year. During the concert, Elissa was taken ill as she collapsed on stage, prompting intervention from members of her band who carried her off stage. The scary incident was caught on

British Tourist Who Racked Up Over Dhs 170,000 In Car Fines Still Has The Car

08 August 2018

The story of the British tourist, who accumulated fines over Dhs 170,000 while driving his rented Lamborghini Huracan supercar at speeds of over 200kmh, has now taken an interesting turn. It has been reported that the car rental company’s partner

Ruler Of Dubai's Candid Moments With His Grandchildren

07 August 2018

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai recently shared three pictures on his official Instagram account, where he is seen spending some quality time with his

Tourist Racks Fines Worth Over Dhs 170,000

07 August 2018

Tourists do get attracted to Dubai’s imagery of swanky sports cars being driven on roads as a very common thing. Making that image even more prominent, some latest Bollywood and Hollywood movies showed lead actors performing some speeding

A Mural In Honour Of The Late Sheikh Zayed Has Been Unveiled

07 August 2018

Yesterday marked the 52nd anniversary of the start of Sheikh Zayed’s rule over Abu Dhabi. The founding father of the UAE assumed his role as leader of Abu Dhabi on 6 August, 1966 - making the date a very special one for residents and nationals alike

Cooler Days Are On Their Way Soon

06 August 2018

With temperature touching the high 40s, summer is taking its toll on everybody. However, the clock is ticking on hot and humid days as UAE astrologers have brought good news, predicting that the end of the super hot season is less than three weeks

Do Not Post These Things On Social Media

06 August 2018

Social media can be a wonderful way of keeping up-to-date with friends and family all over the world. But, we’ve all heard the stories of what happens when the platforms are used wrongly. There are laws of social media use in the UAE

New System To Reduce Waiting Time For A Taxi

05 August 2018

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced its plans to launch a smart time management system at exhibitions, conferences and malls to reduce the times commuters spend in long queues waiting for taxis.

Dubai Teen Puts UAE School On The World Map

05 August 2018

Vishnumaya Deepakchandran, a ninth grade student at GEMS Modern Academy has put the name of his school on the world map after beating more than 3,000 students from 55 countries to win the prestigious World Scholar’s Cup in the junior category.