With 14th November marking World Diabetes Day, it’s time to think a little deeper about the condition, its symptoms and how you have the power to keep it at bay. In the past 40 years, diabetes has become a global …
Our abandoned animal population is out of control. Here’s why and how your action is needed in Abu Dhabi It was English philosopher Jeremy Bentham way back in 1789 who said it best when it comes to animal welfare: “The …
The Founder’s Memorial, a tribute to the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, has been unveiled in commemoration of the Year of Zayed. In a ceremony held 100 years after the birth of the founder of the UAE, leaders …
For some, air travel can be a traumatic experience brought on by imagined fears. But what are the causes of flight anxiety and how can you conquer them? We speak to an expert… It is said that air travel is …
Value Added Tax at five per cent has now been implemented across the UAE. So what exactly is it and how is it going to affect us? The UAE’s Ministry of Finance has put together the answers to some of …
Whether you’re a Grinch in need of some cheer or just love the festive season, here is our pick of events throughout December to soak up the spirit Christmas may come but once a year, but you’d better not pout …
Agriculture and sustainability are to form the roots of an upcoming national drive as the UAE’s education system takes on a new dimension. The UAE Inculcation Initiative, launched by Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, chairwoman of the General Women’s Union, president …
As new prehistoric findings are brought to light at Al Ain’s Hili dig site, we talk to the archaeologists to find out what this means for our understanding of life in the desert as we know it Although it’s only …
With 12 inventions and counting, the future looks bright for the country’s youngest inventor Fatima Al Kaabi is not your ordinary teenager. At 15, she is the UAE’s youngest inventor – an honour that became official after Sheikh Mohammed …
Hey, kids! Did you know Abu Dhabi is teeming with wildlife? Take a walk on the wild side and find out some of the furry, friendly and flying creatures that live here Dugongs Dugongs are large grey mammals that live …
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