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What makes Dubai the ideal destination for buying gold?
There are several reasons to why Dubai is an ideal destination for buying gold. It’s cheaper here than anywhere else in .
What makes Dubai the ideal destination for buying gold?
There are several reasons to why Dubai is an ideal destination for buying gold. It’s cheaper here than anywhere else in .
Celebrities who fell in love with Dubai
From A-list names to actors, athletes, and reality stars.. celebrities just can't have enough of Dubai! Some bought .
Burj Khalifa celebrates its 10th anniversary
January 4 marks the 10th anniversary of Dubai's icon, Burj Khalifa. The tallest building in the world will celebrate .
Noura Al Naqbi: Giving Is Happiness
‘Giving makes me happy, and makes me feel the importance of my existence’. In these words, Emirati engineer Noura Al .
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 .
HE Zaki Anwar Nusseibeh: Sheikh Zayed believed in the success of the UAE federation
“The 2nd of December 1971, has always been a happy day in the history of our nation” this is how His Excellency Zaki .
Ramesh Shukla… a photographer who documented the UAE’s history with his camera
Ramesh Shukla is an Indian photographer. You’ll be very familiar with one of his photographs: it’s been adapted and .
How cloud seeding brings rain to the UAE
Every time it rains here, you probably hear people talking about “cloud seeding”. But do you know what cloud seeding .
Mariam Salmeen: Electrifying Confidence
Engineer Mariam Salmeen is one of a handful of Emirati women who has carved a career for herself in the field of .
A Trip to The Empty Quarter with Mohammad Ahli
‘Dangerous paths take you to beautiful places’- a motto that Emirati photographer and adventurer Mohammed Ahli lives by .
Saud Al Matrooshi... The first Emirati chef in the world’s largest flight catering kitchen
"My dream was to become a pilot and travel around the world.. I did not become a pilot, but my dishes today are .
Abdullah Al Hossam: Success Is A Decision
The turning point in Abdulla Al Hossam’s life was when he failed at high school; he isolated himself from people, felt .
Why are oddly satisfying videos so pleasing?
Oddly satisfying videos can be found all over social media platforms. From Youtube to Twitter and Instagram, people .
Japan is home to the most bizarre cafe's
In Japan, you'll find a variety of cafés, each one with a certain theme. There are cats, owls cafés, and a café where .
Do you need a digital detox?
If you can’t seem to find any time for yourself, you may be too into the digital realm. If you also find yourself .
Work less but do more?
A new study suggests that the standard 8 hour work day isn’t way to get the most out of your workforce. In fact, most .
Parmar... three generations and six decades in Dubai
Pitamber Nagji Parmar came to Dubai from India in 1956. Life in the emirate back then was difficult, however, Parmar .
Al-Fateh Al-Toum: I grew up with Dubai
I am proud to have witnessed all of Dubai’s development within the past 37 years,’ says Al-Fateh Al-Toum, a Sudanese .
What would a day on Mars be like?
There has been so much fascination with Mars for the longest time. With several robotic missions and explorations done .
Tolerance in the UAE existed before the union
The UAE is home to more than 200 nationalities of diverse cultural and religious backgrounds who are living and working .
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 .
“District 10” ..The cultural saloon
The two friends, Abdulla Aljaberi and Abdulla Almansoor started an atypical coffee shop in Abu Dhabi called "District .
Japanese company help workers quit their jobs for $450
Stressed out, overworked, or just over it: Workers in Japan who want to leave their jobs — but don't want to face the .
Bruno De Champris: The UAE is a great place to make films
After 20 years making films, the French director Bruno De Champris decided to settle down here in the UAE, which he .
Beetles were used for lipstick by ancient Egyptian women
The first lipstick can be traced back to ancient Egyptian women, who’d crush beetles to make the product. Queen .
Why Emiratis love falcons?
Falcons are a big part of traditional culture in the UAE. Their culture goes back hundreds of years when they were used .
The longest flight in the world takes 19 hours…can you guess where it travels?
The world’s longest flight is between Singapore and New York. It takes 19 hours to travel the 16,700-kilometres (10,400 .
Things to do in Dubai this Halloween
Get your spook on! It’s almost time for Halloween, and Dubai is full of things to do on the scariest night of the year. .
Where is Dubai’s best karak?
It’s a well-known local expression: karak chai fuels Dubai! No matter where you’re from and whether you work on a .
Think again about using the ‘dot’ in your chat apps!
Did you know that in the virtual world, a ‘point’ or full stop usually signals the end of a dialogue? Be careful when .
Think again about using the ‘dot’ in your chat apps!
Did you know that in the virtual world, a ‘point’ or full stop usually signals the end of a dialogue? Be careful when .
What’s a meme?
Condescending Wonka, Evil Kermit, Grumpy Cat…everybody’s got their favourite meme. But do you really know what a meme .
The UAE is the first Arab country to adopt vertical farms
The Emirates is the first Arab country to start using vertical farm. At these farms, plants grow in vertical .
Is there a link between creativity and mental illness?
If you look at some of the world’s most famous painting, a lot of them are created by people who suffered from mental .
Basil Azizoghly: Creating Passion
Local guitar maker Basil Azizoghly creates sensational instruments out of cigar boxes, scraps of wood and anything else .
26th September: International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons
The International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons is about educating the world on the dangers of .
Spotify is coming to the Middle East in November
The music streaming giant Spotify has advertised for staff who’ll be based in Dubai, and the rumour is they’re looking .
The history of the “monkey’s tail”
The Greeks call it “little duck”. To the Germans, it’s a “monkey’s tail”. But for most people, it’s the “at” sign. The .
Are millennials really the entitled generation?
Newspaper columnists and social media all seem to agree on one thing: “millennials”, those born after 1980, are the .
Dubai’s best independent book shops
Dubai is one of the best places in the Middle East for independent and second hand book stores. Whether it’s a .
On International Justice Day: Lawyers serve the law and protect humanity
Hanan Al Ali, an Emirati lawyer, who is celebrating international Justice Day, told Dubai Post: "lawyers should study .
Can you sell your Twitter name?
To get the user name you want, you need to join social media apps as soon as they launch. Photographer Gene X. Hwang .
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 .
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 .
Tips for Dubai’s new school year
The new school year in Dubai is upon us, so the roads will be getting busier and the supermarkets definitely crazier on .
Khalifa Sat, the first 100% Emirati satellite, to be launched next October
Introduction: Work began on Khalifa Sat, the first 100% Emirati satellite, in late 2013. By 2014 all the designs were .
What’s the happiest minute of the day?
3:25, say researchers. Find out why, and what other high and low points there are in the day, by watching our video. .
An inspiration on Emirati women’s day
Emirati woman Amna Al Habtoor is the founder of Arcadia, a fine fragrance series based on the power of scents. The idea .
The weirdest Google searches ever
We share more information with our phones than our family and friends, so it’s little wonder we turn to it when we’ve .
The weirdest Google searches ever
We share more information with our phones than our family and friends, so it’s little wonder we turn to it when we’ve .
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 .
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 .
What is ‘Al Eidiyah’?
The names may differ from one country to another, but ‘Al Eidiyah’ remains a popular social tradition for Muslims in .
Leila AlMaeena .. Embracing Happiness
‘I knew from the time I was very little that I wanted to do something that was against the trend,’ confesses Dubai- .
