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UPDATES
- His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Launches Design Competition With A Prize Of Dhs 100,000
  
  Dubai Sports Council has launched a design challenge with a AED100,000 prize, inviting designers to craft a new visual identity that reflects Dubai’s sporting vision and global ambitions.
- Registration Open For Specialised Content Creator Initiative
  
  'Specialised Content Creator Programme' is designed to equip professionals with skills to create accurate, reliable and engaging content across vital sectors.
- DXB Installs Over 500 Hearing Loops To Boost Accessibility
  
  DXB has completed the world’s largest installation of hearing loops, with more than 520 systems now in place to improve accessibility for travellers with hearing loss.
- Dubai Municipality Unveils Think Tank To Shape Future Cities
  
  Dubai Municipality has launched the Urban Think Tank and Design Lab, a new platform bringing together experts, developers and communities to pioneer sustainable, people-focused city design.
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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Abrahamic Family House Makes It To TIME’s Annual List of the World’s Greatest Places

26 July 2024

TIME, the renowned American news magazine, has unveiled its annual list of the World’s Greatest Places, spotlighting 100 exceptional destinations.

The Sustainable City Dubai Introduces Delivery Robots

26 July 2024

The Sustainable City, Dubai's first fully sustainable community, has announced a pilot program for delivery robots in partnership with Dubai Future Labs and Lyve Global.

Dubai Wins 175 Bids To Host International Business Events

25 July 2024

Dubai's business events sector is thriving, with the city securing an impressive 175 bids in the first half of 2024 to host events through 2024 and beyond.

Dubai Economy Grows By 3.2% In First Quarter Of 2024

25 July 2024

Dubai's economic strength is evident in achieving a 3.2% growth in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the same period last year, contributing over Dhs 115 billion to its GDP.

Abu Dhabi To Get GCC's Largest Student Accommodation Facility

25 July 2024

Abu Dhabi Investment Office in partnership with Khalifa University of Science and Technology, has awarded the KUnnected Living consortium the contract to develop state-of-the-art student accommodation facilities in Abu Dhabi.

Over 16.3 Million People Visit Parks And Recreational Facilities In First Half Of 2024

24 July 2024

In the first half of 2024, Dubai Municipality reported a total of 16,391,748 visitors to its key public parks, residential parks, playgrounds, and recreational facilities, marking a significant increase of 1.3 million visitors compared to last year.

RTA Completes Widening Of Exit 55 To Al Rebat Street In Dubai

24 July 2024

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has announced a significant traffic update, completing enhancements along Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, including the surface expansion of Exit 55 leading to Al Rebat Street.

talabat To Distribute 30,000 Ice-Creams To Delivery Riders In Dubai And Abu Dhabi This Summer

24 July 2024

To support delivery riders this summer, talabat has teamed up with Barakat to distribute 30,000 ice creams to delivery riders in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

UAE’s Ministry of Health And Prevention Announces Guidelines For Heat Waves

24 July 2024

Amidst the peak of summer, the Ministry of Health and Prevention in the UAE has shared heatwave guidelines across its social media to help residents during the summer heat waves.

Skydive Dubai Joins Dropzones Worldwide In Setting New Global Record

23 July 2024

At its Dubai Dropzone in Dubai Harbour, Skydive Dubai contributed to this achievement with 367 jumps, further cementing the day's new world record for the most skydives conducted globally.

Dubai Health Authority Launches A Dhs 105 Million Mental Wealth Framework

23 July 2024

Under the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Dubai Health Authority has launched a comprehensive Mental Wealth framework aimed at enhancing the well-being of Dubai's community.

RTA Conducts Inspection Campaign Targeting Overloaded Trucks

23 July 2024

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority has launched several inspection campaigns aimed at addressing overloaded heavy vehicles and trucks in Dubai.

RTA Announces Dhs 1.1 Billion Deal For 636 Low-Emission Buses

22 July 2024

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority has allocated a Dhs 1.1 billion contract to acquire 636 buses of different sizes.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council Unveils Largest Summer Sports Edition Across Abu Dhabi And Al Ain

22 July 2024

In collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) Group has launched the third and largest edition of Abu Dhabi Summer Sports (ADSS) across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.