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Why is Dubai’s off-plan property segment proving so popular right now?

Sales of under-construction properties surged to 60% of total transactions in July 2024, a year-on-year spike of 49%

Sleep deprivation — a rising concern among expats

Holistic Lifestyle Coach Luke Coutinho on people ignoring the fundamental need of our body

Holistic Lifestyle Coach Luke Coutinho weighs in on the hidden health challenges of expats in Dubai

The pressure to keep up with the city's fast-paced lifestyle can be overwhelming

Peter Hellyer: Memories of my mentor

His dedicated work on the UAE and it’s rich history which will live on

Peter Hellyer: Colleague, friend, family

He was always there to support the archaeologists and promote the UAE’s archaeological discoveries

Daesh 2.0 threat from Africa: Is the world prepared?

While the West is not expected to intervene militarily with boots on the ground or air raids, they should consider arming African nations fighting the group

A small step for me, a giant leap for my world

As I prepare for my outings in a post-covid world to collect memories and craft stories, I know that a lot has changed, but a lot still remains the same

Covid sparks talk on new thinking for a new cancer moonshot

For over a century, clinicians have been trained to define and treat conditions they can see, which is why they classify tumours according to where in the body they are found

Dubai Diaries: Self versus the world

Sometimes you cannot un-hear voices that are critical, no matter how hard you try.

Dubai Musings: Taking the bus here doesn't have to be a 'survival of the fittest'

The city's transport service is a class apart