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Dine and Stay Family Offer at Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach Resort UAE

These Unmissable Dine & Stay Getaway Packages Are Only a Car Ride Away

Back to school 2023 shopping at Babyshop UAE

Make Back-to-School Shopping a Breeze With Babyshop's Ultimate Collection

How GCC Residents Can Apply for UAE eVisa Online

How GCC Residents Can Apply for a 30-Day UAE eVisa

Babyshop Family Travel Essentials Guide

Must-Have Family Travel Essentials From Babyshop

Where to Go for Paint and Grape Classes in Abu Dhabi

Where to Go for Paint and Grape Classes in Abu Dhabi

Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai | Desert Romance Package

The Perfect Resort to Book Right Now For a Sizzling Summer Romance

New Minimum Salary Requirement for Expats to Sponsor 5 Relatives in UAE

New Minimum Salary Requirement for Expats to Sponsor 5 Relatives in UAE

A Guide to Drones in the UAE

UAE Guide: Are Private Drones Allowed in the UAE?

Cycling in Abu Dhabi: Bicycle Routes for All Skill Levels

A Complete List of Where to Go Cycling in Abu Dhabi

How to change UAE Emirates ID photo

How to Change Your Emirates ID Photo: A Step-by-Step Guide

UAE Family Laws Explained: Father's Sole Custody to His Children in the UAE

UAE Family Law Explained: Father's Sole Custody to His Children

Ramadan cannons in Dubai and UAE

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Work

What is the UAE's new end of service programme?

The UAE's New End-of-Service Programme, Explained for Residents

New UAE Annual Leave Law Explained: UAE Employees Can Now Carry Annual Leave Days Over or Get Cash

UAE Employees Can Carry Over Annual Leave Days or Get Cash

What do the UAE laws say about working overtime?

What Do the UAE Laws Say About Working Overtime?

The UAE unemployment scheme explained for expats

The UAE Unemployment Insurance Programme Explained For Expats

How to keep fit when you work at a desk job in the UAE

5 Ways to Stay Fit When You Work a Desk Job

UAE Job Exploration Visa Guide: How to Apply, Costs, Eligibility, Validity, etc.

UAE Job Exploration Visa: How to Apply, Costs, Eligibility, Validity, etc.

Are UAE private sector workers required to shift to new weekend?

New UAE Work Week: Should Private Sector Firms Shift to the New Weekend?

What are the new UAE Labour Laws for Government and Private Sector Workers?

New UAE Labour Laws for Private and Public Employees: All Your Questions Answered

What to do when you lose your job in the UAE

6 Things You Have to Do When You Lose Your Job in the UAE

Work permits for teenagers in Dubai and the UAE

A Complete Guide to Work Permits for Teenage Expats in the UAE

Job Searching in the UAE: Should I Tell an Interviewer I'm Pregnant?

Job Searching in the UAE: Should I Tell an Interviewer I'm Pregnant?

Abu Dhabi Expands Freelancer Licences for 48 Types of Businesses

Abu Dhabi Expands Freelancer Licences for 48 Types of Businesses

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Events

Public sector workers in the UAE can get shorter work hours on first day of school

UAE Public Employees Can Get Flexible Work Hours on Back-to-School Day

When is the Barbie movie releasing in the UAE 2023?

Barbie Movie UAE Release Date Announced: When Can You Watch It?

When is Hijri New Year in the UAE 2023?

Next UAE Public Holiday: 3-Day Weekend for Islamic New Year 2023

Best Eid Al Adha 2023 Staycations and Getaways in the UAE

Eid Al Adha Staycations 2023: Best Getaways For the Long Weekend

Eid Al Adha 2023 public holidays date in Dubai and the UAE

Eid Al Adha 2023: UAE Public Holidays and When is the Next Long Weekend

Best Ramadan 2023 Staycation Ideas in Dubai

The Best Ramadan 2023 Staycations and Getaways to Enjoy in the UAE

Eid Al Fitr in the UAE: When are the Eid Al Fitr Holidays 2023

When is Eid Al Fitr in the UAE This Year?

How to watch the 50,000 year old comet in UAE this February 4, 2023

How to Watch the Rare 50,000-Year-Old Comet in the UAE This Weekend

Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park is coming to Abu Dhabi

A Harry Potter Themed Park is Coming to Abu Dhabi

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Education

    Education

    Redwood Montessori Nursery Opens Yas Island Branch in Abu Dhabi

    A New Redwood Montessori Nursery Branch Set to Open in Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi

    UAE School Scholarships Guide: What Are the Options for Students?

    UAE School Scholarships Guide: What Are the Options for Students?

    Guide to Maple Bear Nursery in the UAE: Curriculum, Languages Taught, etc.

    Discover Maple Bear Preschool in the UAE: Canadian Trilingual Education

    Enrolling Your Child in a New School in the UAE: Expat Guide for Parents

    Enrolling Your Child in a School in the UAE: Tips for Parents

    A Guide to the Best Schools in Abu Dhabi: West Yas Academy

    A Guide to the Best Schools in Abu Dhabi: West Yas Academy

    Al Bateen Academy by Aldar Academies Abu Dhabi

    A Guide to the Best Schools in Abu Dhabi: Al Bateen Academy

    Private tutors in Abu Dhabi

    5 Reasons to Hire a Private Tutor in the UAE

    UAE Students Aged 16 and Above Must be Covid-19 Vaccinated to Return to School

    UAE Students Aged 16 and Above Must be Covid-19 Vaccinated to Return to School

    Abu Dhabi Latest Nursery School Rules from July 1, 2021

    These are Abu Dhabi's Latest Nursery School Rules, Effective July 1

    Are private tuition classes allowed in the UAE

    Private Tuition Classes in the UAE: Guide for Expats

    Abu Dhabi Students and Teachers Must Take Periodic COVID Tests

    New Covid Rules for Abu Dhabi Schools: Periodic PCR Tests for Students

    Abu Dhabi Schools Will Not Be Raising Tuition Fees This Year

    Abu Dhabi Schools Will Not Be Raising Fees This Year

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    Salons & Spas

      Salons & Spas

      Where to donate my hair in Dubai and the UAE for charity

      Where and How to Donate Your Hair in the UAE for a Good Cause

      The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai JBR Dubai Spacation Package with Afternoon Tea review

      Go On, Spoil Yourself: Spacation Package with Afternoon Tea Review at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai

      NSTYLE hair salon packages in Dubai

      Where You Should Book Your Next Hair Appointment in the UAE

      The 8 Best Foods for Your Waistline

      The 8 Best Foods for Your Waistline

      Top 10 Reasons to Go to the Spa

      Top 10 Reasons to Go to the Spa

      How Diet and Exercise Affect Your Skin

      How Diet and Exercise Affect Your Skin

      Where to Exercise in Abu Dhabi

      Where to Exercise in Abu Dhabi

      Best Foods for Amazing Skin

      Best Foods for Amazing Skin

      10 Top Beauty at Home Tips

      10 Top Beauty at Home Tips for Women in Abu Dhabi

      Make-up Expiration Dates

      Make-up Expiration Dates

      How Botox Works

      How Botox Works

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      Money

      Money

      A Guide to Expat Divorce, Judicial Separation, and Annulment of Marriage in the UAE

      A Guide to Expat Divorce, Judicial Separation, and Annulment of Marriage in the UAE

      How to apply for the UAE job loss insurance for freezone employees

      How to Apply for Involuntary Loss of Employment Scheme: For Freezone Employees

      UAE family law for wife's marital rights during divorce

      UAE Law Guide: Claiming Marital Rights of the Wife During Divorce

      Money Management in Ramadan: Tips for Successful Spending

      Money Management in Ramadan: Tips for Successful Spending

      New UAE Family Law Changes for Non-Muslim Marriage, Divorce and Inheritance

      An Overview of Marriage, Divorce, and Inheritance Laws for Non-Muslims in the UAE

      UAE announces new family laws on marriage, divorce, and child custody

      These Are the UAE's New Family Laws on Marriage, Divorce, and Child Custody

      Guide to UAE Family Law for expat residents

      Law on Family Matters for Expatriates Living in the UAE

      2022 Investment Trends for Women in the UAE

      Investment Trends in 2022 for Women in the UAE

      Opening a bank account in the UAE

      A Newcomer to the UAE? What to Consider When Choosing a Bank for Opening an Account

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      Home & Car

      Camelia Flowers | Premium Quality Flowers and Plants Delivery in the UAE

      Ask a UAE Flower Shop: Your Most Common Questions, Answered

      Pet breeding in the UAE: Is it allowed and where to find legal pet breeders

      Pet Breeding in the UAE: Is it Allowed and Where to Find Legal Pet Breeders

      Are part time maids allowed to work in the UAE?

      Part Time Domestic Workers in the UAE: Are You Allowed to Hire Them?

      Worldwide K9 Academy UAE | Professional Dog Trainers in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

      Ask a Professional UAE Dog Trainer: FAQs For New Pet Owners

      What are the UAE gas prices for July 2023

      UAE Updates Petrol and Diesel Prices for July 2023

      UAE fuel and gas prices for June 2023

      These Are the UAE's Latest Fuel Prices for June 2023

      Babyshop Family Travel Essentials Guide

      Must-Have Family Travel Essentials From Babyshop

      Where to Legally Hire Domestic Helpers in the UAE: Tadbeer, Part-time Services, etc.

      Where to Legally Hire Domestic Helpers in the UAE

      UAE official gas prices for March 2023

      Fuel Prices in the UAE: These Are the New Costs for March 2023

      What are the UAE petrol prices for February 2023?

      UAE Announce Petrol and Diesel Price Hike for February 2023

      UAE official fuel and petrol prices for January 2023

      UAE Petrol and Diesel Prices Announced for January 2023

      What are the UAE's petrol prices for December 2022?

      UAE Petrol Prices Have Reduced for December 2022

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      Wellness

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      5 Common Myths About Skin Cancer Debunked

      Skin cancer prevention tips in the UAE

      How to Reduce Your Risk of Skin Cancer in the UAE

      Top tips to stop feeling shy at the gym

      5 Effective Tips to Overcome Gym Shyness

      45 Year Old Patient in UAE Treated for Fast Palpitations Using a New Procedure

      45 Year Old Patient in UAE Treated for Fast Palpitations Using a New Procedure

      What are the leading causes of infertility, and where to get treatment in Dubai

      These Are the Most Common Causes of Infertility in the Region

      Monkeypox in the UAE: Symptoms, How Does it Spread, Treatment, and Quarantine

      Monkeypox Explained: Symptoms and Treatment in the UAE

      Zoya Health and Wellness Resort UAE honest review

      We Found the Ultimate Health and Wellness Retreat in the UAE

      Abu Dhabi Patient's Neck Tumour Successfully Removed by Mediclinic Airport Hospital Doctors

      Rare 900mg Tumour Successfully Removed by Mediclinic Abu Dhabi Doctors

      Tips on how to have good mental health while working and living abroad

      10 Tips on How to Maintain Good Mental Health

      Shoulder joint replacement surgery in Abu Dhabi after shoulder fracture

      Abu Dhabi Patient Undergoes Complicated Shoulder Surgery and Here's How it Went

      Top tips to stay healthy during Ramadan, according to doctors

      Stay Healthy During Ramadan With These 5 Tips From Medical Experts

      Colorectal Cancer screening in the UAE at Mediclinic hospital

      Colorectal Cancer in the UAE: Where to Go for Screening and Treatment

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      EWmums

      Sleep Apnea in Kids: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatments in Dubai

      Sleep Apnea in Kids: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatments in Dubai

      10 Clever Daytime Hacks to Help Your Child Get a Good Night's Sleep

      10 Clever Daytime Hacks to Help Your Child Get a Good Night's Sleep

      How to Make Sure Your Child has a Nutritionally Balanced Lunchbox

      How to Make Sure Your Child has a Nutritionally Balanced Lunchbox

      A Guide to Adoption in Dubai and UAE

      A Guide to Adoption in Dubai and UAE

      7 Ways Hormones Affect Your Health And Fertility

      7 Ways Hormones Affect Your Health And Fertility

      12 Best Skincare Products for Pregnancy and Nursing

      12 Best Skincare Products for Pregnancy and Nursing

      Does Your Child Need Vitamin D Supplements In the UAE?

      Does Your Child Need Vitamin D Supplements In the UAE?

      6 Tips for Encouraging Kids to Love Vegetables Early On

      6 Tips for Encouraging Kids to Love Vegetables Early On

      How Mums Can Design the Dream Bedroom for Little Ones in Dubai

      How Mums Can Design the Dream Bedroom for Little Ones in Dubai

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      EWfood

      Feeling Tired at Work? Try These 10 Energy-Boosting Foods

      Feeling Tired at Work? Try These 10 Energy-Boosting Foods

      Why We Need To Stop Buying ‘Lower Fat’ Things

      Why We Need To Stop Buying ‘Lower Fat’ Things

      10 Interesting Ways to Eat More Cheese

      10 Interesting Ways to Eat More Cheese

      6 Mesmerising Chopping Hacks to Transform Your Food Prep

      6 Mesmerising Chopping Hacks to Transform Your Food Prep

      10 Essential Items For Your Keto Grocery List

      10 Essential Items For Your Keto Grocery List

      How to Make Your Lunch More Eco-Friendly

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      Top 15 Most Powerful Beauty Influencers of the Year, Revealed

      Top 15 Most Powerful Beauty Influencers of the Year, Revealed

      An Expat Traveller's Guide to Making the Most of Your Egypt Trip

      An Expat Traveller's Guide to Making the Most of Your Egypt Trip

      How to Make Your Home an Instagram Hit in 6 Simple Steps

      How to Make Your Home an Instagram Hit in 6 Simple Steps

      Actress Lindsay Lohan Announces Engagement to UAE Resident

      Actress Lindsay Lohan Announces Engagement to UAE Resident

      Top Tips on Keeping Designer Handbags in Perfect Condition

      Top Tips on Keeping Designer Handbags in Perfect Condition

      This is Why We Should Stop Filtering Our Holiday Snaps

      This is Why We Should Stop Filtering Our Holiday Snaps

      Holidays on the Horizon: Where to Go in 2020

      Holidays on the Horizon: Where to Go in 2020

      10 Money-Saving Tips for Couples Getting Married And Guests

      10 Money-Saving Tips for Couples Getting Married And Guests

      The Best Places to Propose in Dubai

      The Best Places to Propose in Dubai

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