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How can you get the perfect bread?
The bread festival is held every year in Paris, where 100 of the best French bakeries compete to make French baguette More...
Up-Cycling for Good
This is a story of two sisters that created a successful eco-friendly business out of love for cycling. “The concept of More...
Avoid fire hazards
Since fire accidents are very common during summertime, we’ve got some safety guidelines set by the General Directorate More...
Binging to save a life
An 11-year-old boy in China is on a mission to save his father by gaining weight and eating 5 times a day. Being the More...
Binging for a life: 11 year old boy gains over 10 kilo's to save father's life
An 11-year-old boy in China is on a mission to save his father by gaining weight and eating 5 times a day. Being the More...
Beat the heat sports
As the temperature rises in the region, it gets harder to exercise outdoors, especially during the day. However, in More...
Save energy on peak times
Electricity consumption in Dubai is rising over the summer during the peak period between 12 PM to 6 PM. Reducing the More...
How do I stay cool and calm this summer?
The hot months are here, and the temptation is just to turn up the AC and stay indoors. But staying active and finding More...
How can you be a qualified blood donor?
The Dubai Health Authority has laid out a criteria that needs to be met by those who wish to donate blood. Donors More...
How do children fall victims to strangers?
Child Safety Campaign (CSC), an initiative of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs (SCFA), recently conducted a More...
Saif Shaheen: Eid between Dubai and Mosul
Saif Shaheen is an Iraqi guitarist and singer based in Dubai. He celebrates Eid with fond memories of Mosul– the place More...
Harib: Emirati Cinema is Unique
After his famed animation series ‘Freej’ became an international hit, UAE showrunner Mohammad Saeed Harib is ready with More...
Scissors, needles and little sleep
In Al Satwa here in Dubai, the area’s many tailors are working hard to finish customer’s orders in time for Eid. More...
Henna … decoration of Eid
Women have been putting henna on their bodies for over 9000 years. Cleopatra is one of the most famous women to have More...
A Metal Experiment
In Dubai, it is not only about the diversity of the population, you could also see an art scene with its members from More...
Time To Ride
One cannot succeed without failing first; this is something that great skateboarders believe in, as they know that this More...
Mobile Obsession
Getting the latest mobile phones has become a worldwide obsession that tech companies use to make profit. By More...
Ongoing Myths
There are many myths out there that people are still believing and spreading without fact-checking first. Here are some More...
Dubai's historical sites: Hatta
Jawaher Ahmed Al Ali, an archeologist at Dubai Municipality, feels that she is enriching the history of the UAE through More...
The oldest version of Quran is at Birmingham University
Did you know that the oldest known manuscript of the Quran in the world is 1370 years old? Dr Alba Fideli found it in a More...
Health benefits of spices
Spices are important in adding taste and flavor to food, and used in various cuisines around the world. However, they More...
What is the history of the hashtag?
You probably call # a hashtag, but like so many other things we have the Romans to thank for this famous symbol. The More...
What causes anger in Ramadan?
Doctors and specialists believe that anger, irritability and psychological stress in Ramadan are linked to the lack of More...
Are you suffering from insomnia?
Many people suffer from insomnia. According to experts, the main cause of insomnia is our current lifestyle, in More...
Space Pollution
After sending many missions and satellites into space, the atmosphere is beginning to get polluted. The estimated More...
Strange customs
When travelling to a new country, you may face situations that seem easy to deal with, but if you are unaware of their More...
Dubai's historical sites : Artifact Restoration
"I always feel proud and excited because I am contributing to the strengthening of the historical and archaeological More...
Safe driving in Ramadan
Experts say that Ramadan road rage and its corresponding spike in traffic incidents can be avoided. Dubai Police More...
Scientific facts that will shock you
As science still explores mysteries of our universe, there are some fascinating information you should know, that would More...
Black Holes: Stars Graveyard
Black holes are the only objects in the universe that can obscure light by force of gravity. Scientists believe they More...
Arab inventions that changed the world
What do universities, coffee and the fountain pen have in common? They were all invented in the Arab world. In this More...
Ramadan at my house… with Maryam Joumana
"I have always loved Ramadan in Dubai because it’s different. The atmosphere here in the city is wonderful during the More...
Is there a link between creativity and mental illness?
If you look at some of the world’s most famous paintings, a lot of them are created by people who suffered from mental More...
Musabbeh Al Kaabi.. The first Emirati chef
Chef Musabbeh Al Kaabi is the first Emirati chef who entered this field 18 years ago. He participated in many culinary More...
Dubai’s Historical Sites: Saruq Al Hadid
Saruq Al Hadid is considered to be one of richest historical sites in the Arabian Peninsula. It was discovered in 2002 More...
Female Fish Mongers back in Dubai
"When I enter the fish market in Dubai, I feel like I'm back in the beautiful past." This is how the Emirati Fatima More...
Can you be taught happiness?
Abu Dhabi University (ADU) now offers a happiness course as part of their official curriculum. Introduction to More...
The world’s most humane prison
Do you think criminals should be punished? Norway does not! It has established a “humane prison” in 2010 that aims to More...
Avoid headaches while fasting
The causes of headaches when fasting differs from one person to another; nevertheless, there are natural methods that More...
Want a unique way to watch movies?
Films were shown outdoors as early as the 1960s in Dubai. The Al Watan Cinema would project films onto a white wall in More...
Artistry of Arabic Letters
The aesthetics of Arabic calligraphy attracts amateurs and professionals to let their creativity flow into their More...
Dubai's historical sites : Jumeirah
The “Jumeira site” is one of the most prominent archeological sites in Dubai, the UAE, and the whole region. This is More...
Why does Ramadan fall on different dates each year?
The dates of the holy month of Ramadan varies every year because it is linked to the lunar months. They change every More...
Things you didn't know you can do in Dubai
Been in Dubai a while? Seen the view from the top of Burj Khalifa? Done brunch, Burj Al Arab, desert safari and More...
This Is Who I Am: Kashmala Nayyar
Living in a big city is the dream of many people. But it’s not always as glamourous as it may seem. I’ve spent many More...
Oasis Hospital: Healing with heart
Fifty-seven years ago, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan was concerned about a spike in the mortality rate in More...
Amazon acquires Souq.com
The bidding war for the largest online store in the Middle East concluded with the US-based Amazon acquiring Souq.com More...
The female wrestlers of Bolivia
Bolivia is one of the most famous countries in women's wrestling. They wear a traditional costume of skirts and round More...
When should you get rid of food?
Usually, when we notice the expiry date of foods, we immediately get rid of it, but there are many facts to know before More...
Sleep well to avoid Alzheimer’s
A study published by JAMA Neurology journal revealed a link between sleep disturbances and becoming diagnosed with More...
Asha Ramshandani: Dubai inspired us to start our educational project for children
“We’re grateful for living in this city, which gave us the impetus to fulfil our dreams”. With those words, Asha More...
Weird foods you can try in Dubai
Want to try some weird and exotic food in Dubai? The great thing about so many nationalities all living together in the More...
Journey to Jebel Jais with Mohammed Ahli
‘If a person is determined to attain something in life, then nothing can prevent him from achieving it, despite More...
Were you a child genius?
Over the past few years, many children have demonstrated amazing abilities in mathematics, geography, as well as More...
Dubai’s new 10.5Km long deep tunnel, biggest in the region!
Dubai Municipality is working on the biggest tunnel in the region, named the “Strategic Deep Tunnel Stormwater System”. More...
The UAE’s 8,000 year old village
At Marawah Island, Abu Dhabi, the discovery of an 8,000 year old village has changed the way we think about the UAE’s More...
Ismail Al Nayser: Happiness in Giving
‘I feel extremely happy when I see a patient improve and benefit from this treatment,’ says Ismail Al Nayser, owner of More...
What is Propaganda?
Propaganda is seen as a means of persuasion that is often misleading, and appeals to the emotion of the public in order More...
3D Jewellery: It Starts With a Wax Tree
For the gold to be ready in stores, it goes through several key stages, the beginning is a tree made of wax carrying More...
The next time your kids lose their milk tooth make sure not to throw them away!
A study showed that milk teeth contain a large number of intermediate stem cells that can regenerate most of the More...
A colony of 1.5 million penguins
Scientists discovered a huge colony of penguins in Antarctica, which reduced the fears of penguins extinction. More...
“District 10” ..The cultural saloon
The two friends, Abdulla Aljaberi and Abdulla Almansoor started an atypical coffee shop in Abu Dhabi called "District More...
“District 10” ..The cultural saloon
The two friends, Abdulla Aljaberi and Abdulla Almansoor started an atypical coffee shop in Abu Dhabi called "District More...
Salama Al Ali: a 4 years old Jiu Jitsu champion
"When the Brazilian girl cried, I wanted to hug her and tell her not to cry" Salama Al Ali said; winner of the first More...
What have humans left on the moon?
A Chinese space craft has left human “foot prints” on the far side of the Moon – that’s the part of the planet that we More...
Destination Mars: Year 2117
As the UAE steps up the race to Mars under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice More...
Jump for happiness
When I jump on the trampoline, I feel free. It makes me forget my problems. The trampoline is my small corner where I More...
What happened to MySpace Tom?
You might not know the name Tom Anderson, but you definitely know him picture: for a while, MySpace Tom was the most More...
Google’s Graveyard
Google buried 44 of its defunct services in a place called: "Google Cemetery", where causes of their faliures were More...
Why do we have different accents?
Have you ever thought of why people may speak the same language in different ways? We all have different accents, and More...
Trash to treasure
The Moroccan artist Lhassan Ewe recycles old tires into beautiful pieces of art such as horses, dragons and other More...
Raihana Al Hashmi, Emirati filmmaker: “You create your own chances”
The first winner of the Abu Dhabi ‘Through Your Eyes’ creative media competition, Raihana Al Hashmi, is an Emirati More...
Ukay Ukay have the best clothes deals in Dubai – see where you can find them!
Have you seen the Ukay Ukay shops in Satwa and Karama, Dubai? Do you know what the phrase means? Ukay Ukay literally More...
Why do people in some cultures stand so close to one another?
Ever been in a queue and felt somebody was a bit too close? Personal space is all about boundaries, but did you know More...
Tips for a longer life
It doesn’t matter how old you are, you can always do things to make sure you have a healthier, longer life. Just dong More...
This Is Who I Am : Mustafa Fahmi
Could you be depressed without even knowing? This isn’t shocking to me. After all, depression is the disease of the More...
Health benefits of spices
Spices are important in adding taste and flavor to food, and used in various cuisines around the world. However, they More...
For the love of chocolate
Chocolate is a source of happiness for many, including Ahlam Al Marzooqi, the young Emirati woman who started a More...
What is a computer virus?
There are many misconceptions when it comes to the nature of computer viruses; in order to protect your files and More...
Fake news spread 6 times faster
Researchers from Massachusetts Institute of Technology, published a study showing that fake news spreads faster on More...
How many hours you need to sleep?
Many people think that everyone needs 8 hours a day of sleep, but in fact some people need less hours and others need More...
Have you thought of donating your organs after death?
You’ll soon be able to register to donate your organs after death here in the UAE. The National Transplant Committee More...
Why Ramadan's Date is different each year?
The dates of the holy month of Ramadan varies every year because it is linked to the lunar months. They change every More...
Why does Ramadan fall on different dates each year?
The dates of the holy month of Ramadan varies every year because it is linked to the lunar months. They change every More...
The hat designer "Ana Pribylova": Dubai World Cup where the world meets
"I like to wear hats and I think everyone should wear them at Dubai World Cup and wherever they can, because it's one More...
Safe driving during “Heavy Rainfall” and bad weather conditions
Abu Dhabi’s Occupational Safety and Health Center “OSHAD” has initiated a series of important safety tips for drivers. More...
Happiness is a Chemical
Dopamine is a chemical produced in the brain and it affects many sensations and behaviors. It plays a key role in the More...
Omar Al-Marri: Kingdom of Mini-Figures
What was once a hobby is now a career for Emarati creator, Omar Al Marri. Sharing his experience working on the mini- More...
How does the Internet connection work?
Have you ever thought of how cables work under the sea ? Or, have you wondered how long it takes to move data from one More...
Hala and Anas: heart to heart
Dr. Hala Kathem,a life coach and her son Anas Bukhash, a motivational speaker, are among famous Emirati influencers who More...
Have you tried a social media cleanse yet?
Being addicted to social media may affect your life in a negative way. Try taking a complete break from social media – More...
Why do planes crash?
Aircraft crashes are one of the most feared incidents, but very rare to occur as well. There are several reasons for More...
Signs that you’ll live longer than you think
We all wish to live a long and healthy life, and strive to achieve it. There are a few things that point out a longer More...
Why does rain smell so good?
It doesn’t rain very often in the UAE, but one of the best things about it when it does is that almost indescribable More...
A foggy day? Don’t panic
The UAE and the region experience fog weather, especially before winter, and it effects the visibility while driving. More...
Off the pitch with Subait Khater
His teacher, Atta Sayouri, describes him as a leader in the classroom and on the football field. For the star of Al Ain More...
Coining a journey into history
For Abdullah Al Mutairi, his burgeoning collection of old coins and rare stamps are treasured assets that have only More...
Mahvin Haghighat Joo: Newborn Photography is capturing memories
Mahvin Haghighat Joo didn’t think that her hobby as a photographer and her love for babies would turn into a career, More...
Nisrine El Lababidi: Turning passion into a creative business
Nisrine El Lababidi is a stylist and interior designer who turned her passion of decorating homes of relatives and More...
