The official statement comes as the UAE marks Emirati Children’s Day On March 15, the UAE celebrates Emirati Children’s Day, a day dedicated to highlighting the wellbeing and future of the nation’s youngest residents. Marking the occasion, UAE President HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan shared a reassuring message via his official X (previously, Twitter) account. On Emirati Children’s Day, and in this Year of Family, we reiterate that the safety, happiness, and wellbeing of all children in the UAE remains a top priority. During these challenging times, I encourage families, teachers, and all members of the community to

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Shining a light on the city’s homegrown heroes Sure, Dubai’s dining scene is full of big international names. But some of the city’s most exciting restaurants were born right here, built from passion, personality and a serious love of good food. From humble supper clubs and neighbourhood gems to award-winning restaurants that now draw diners from across the globe, Dubai’s homegrown dining scene has never been stronger. So next time you’re booking dinner, consider going local and head to one of these fantastic homegrown, independent Dubai restaurants. Bait Maryam and Sufret Maryam Chef Salam Dakkak’s heartfelt tribute to her mother has

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The initiative gives resident families access to lifestyle deals across the UAE In conjunction with the Year of the Family 2026, Fazaa, in collaboration with the Ministry of Family, has proudly launched a community initiative to grant free Fazaa discount memberships to all resident families in the UAE. The move gives households across the country access to a wide range of lifestyle benefits, from travel and dining discounts to shopping and entertainment offers, making it easier than ever to enjoy quality time together. The membership will remain valid throughout the Year of the Family 2026 and will expire at the

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The World Trade Centre road diversions could affect your travels If you pass by the Dubai World Trade Centre area, you would have noticed the massive changes taking places to the road network. This is because of a Dhs696 million road-work project called the Trade Centre Roundabout Development Project. The major project has one goal: to enhance traffic flow and connectivity in a busy neighbourhood. Work has been going on since November 2024 in phases and just this month, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) opened a 1km bridge serving traffic from Sheikh Zayed Road to Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Street

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If you’re staying in this weekend, up the ante and leave meal prep in the hands of the city’s top professionals with these fancy takeaways made for date nights Thanks to Dubai’s incredible dining scene, you can get almost anything delivered to your doorstep in this city from steak frites to oysters, sushi to smoothie bowls. If you’re wanting to up the ante with your next takeaway teat, here are 8 of the city’s best fine dining takeaways to ty. Bon appétit… LPM Restaurant & Bar A stalwart of Dubai’s fine dining scene, LPM Restaurant & Bar brings the spirit of

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Looking to switch off? These are the best spas in Abu Dhabi for massages, hammams and moments of calm Some weeks ask a little more from us than others. When the noise of the world creeps a little too close, the simplest solution is often the best one. Step into a quiet room, breathe deeply and let someone else do the work for an hour or two. These Abu Dhabi spas are places where the shoulders drop, the mind slows down and everything feels a little steadier again. Talise Spa, Jumeirah Saadiyat Island Image supplied There’s something about Saadiyat’s shoreline

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From canal runs to nutrition summits, here’s how fitness events in Dubai are shaping up this month March lands in that in-between moment – Ramadan in full flow, yet fitness events in Dubai and wellness remain on the calendar. From runs and fitness challenges to nutrition-focused events and expert-led sessions, there’s something for every active lifestyle. Whether you’re racing, testing your limits, or exploring the science behind performance, March has something for every way you like to stay active. Motion, Mercato Mall Motion’s newest studio in Mercato Mall has opened, bringing its signature indoor cycling programme together with Lagree Megaformer

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Your go-to guide for family fun in the UAE For kids, school holidays are peak living – essential respites from the relentless attempts of educators to stuff little brains full of life-sustaining, future-brightening knowledge. For parents, however, it’s more often a time of anxiety. Of peer pressure to be present, panic playdate scheduling, and chronic screen time guilt. Thankfully, the UAE has been very deliberate in curating its family-friendly activities. So much so that we’ve been able to run through the full alphabet of entertainment enticements for children, with precisely no mention of Robux, Brain Rot, or those infuriating *does

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Available in Arabic and English, Itma’en promises free and confidential mental health support to those who need it If you’re feeling uncertain or low, or just in need of someone to talk to, Dubai has taken another step towards prioritising community wellbeing with the launch of a new mental health support service.  Announced by Dubai Health in collaboration with the Community Development Authority and the Dubai Health Authority, the new ‘Itma’en’ service – which translates to ‘rest assured’ – offers free and confidential mental wellbeing guidance for citizens, residents and visitors across Dubai. The initiative reflects the emirate’s continued focus

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