Smoking Shisha is not allowed in Ramadan tents

Smoking cigarettes and shisha will be banned inside small private tents during the holly month of Ramadan, while hotels setting up larger and more luxurious tents must seek special permission for serving shisha. Cooking will not be permitted in any kind of tent, according The National. The safety regulations were introduced last year following a fire in a wedding tent in Kuwait that killed 57 women and children. Read more

ORDNING&REDA and ECO Boråstapeter to celebrate the National Day of Sweden

•    Proud Swedish brands ORDNING&REDA and ECO Boråstapeter celebrate their national heritage on June 6th 2010 for the National Day of Sweden;
•    The National Day of Sweden is a national holiday which was made into a national day by the Swedish parliament in 1983;
•    Celebrate National Day of Sweden in true Scandinavian style: simply stylishly – and with a 12% discount on all ORDNING&REDA products.

Apart from typically decorating public transport with blue and yellow flags, Swedes encourage each other to celebrate together – regardless of culture or religion — bringing the nation together – both in Sweden and abroad.

This year, ORDNING&REDA are offering a 12% discount on all products in both their DIFC and Ibn Battuta Mall stores on June 6th to celebrate.

Other ways to celebrate the National Day of Sweden
1. Enjoy a picnic with friends or family, making sure you try some traditional foods including herring, potatoes and strawberries.
2. Keep your day as clean and simple as possible in classic Scandinavian style. Keep your outfit neutral – and stay calm!
3. Keep a look out for the Swedish flag  – as all Swedish people will be carrying theirs with pride on June 6th.
4. Bring a little bit of Sweden into your home – how about a desk organizer for dad or pencil case from ORDNING&REDA or a feature wall from ECO Boråstapeter?

What is ORDNING&REDA?

ORDNING&REDA is a Swedish company that designs produces and distributes a wide range of high quality paper and storage products. ORDNING&REDA has established business across much of the world, with 38 independent shops in 13 countries. Over 800 articles in classic Scandinavian design can be found in the inspiring shops. Since ORDNING&REDA opened its first shop in Stockholm in 1982, the brand has grown and developed a well-established reputation.

UAE Leads Middle East in Global Facebook Penetration

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A recent survey published by ‘Facebakers’  revealed that 36 percent of the UAE’s population is registered on Facebook, making it the leader in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, followed by Qatar with 29 percent penetration. Leading the list globally, surprisingly, is Iceland with 61 percent, followed by Norway with 53 percent and Canada with 47 percent. Read more

Indian Consul General attends Rongali Bihu celebrations in Dubai

Under the aegis of Assam Society UAE, the Assamese community celebrated Rongali Bihu with traditional gaiety in a cultural extravaganza in Dubai. Rongali Bihu celebrates the onset of the Assamese New Year and is the biggest socio-cultural spring festival of the people of Assam in India’s north-east.

Consul General of India in Dubai, Mr. Sanjay Verma graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. In his message, the Indian Consul General said:

“On the auspicious occasion of Rongali Bihu, I extend my greetings and best wishes to the entire Assamese community in the UAE. May the Assamese New Year bring peace, happiness and prosperity to the entire community.

I would also like to express my admiration for the rich and inclusive Assamese culture which brings together people of different faiths and beliefs.” Read more

Dubai International humanitarian Aid and Development Conference and Exhibition (DIHAD 2010)

Dubai International humanitarian Aid and Development Conference and Exhibition (DIHAD 2010) concluded its seventh edition today at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.

The event started on April 4th under the patronage of H.H Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime minister of UAE, Ruler of Dubai and organised by Index Conferences and Exhibitions, member of Index Holding, in cooperation with Mohammed Bin Rashid AL Maktoum Humanitarian and Charity Establishment, the United Nations, the UAE Red Crescent Society, Dubai Cares, Organization of Islamic Conference and the International

Humanitarian City as platinum sponsor and other international and regional organisations. Read more

Community Development Authority organises discussion panel on community mental health

As part of various initiatives to achieve its strategic objectives for the social sector, the “Vulnerable Groups Department“ at the Community Development Authority (CDA) in Dubai recently organised a discussion panel on community mental health. The initiative is part of CDA’s commitment to provide high quality social care services.

The panel reviewed the current status of mental health services and focused on developing programmes in community services, policies for mental health, awareness and advocacy, capacity building, and licensing and regulation. Mental health experts including participants from academic institutions, healthcare practitioners, researchers, a multidisciplinary team of psychologists, nurses, physicians and social workers attended the seminar. Read more

EEG’s First Community Lecture for the year 2010

EEG organized its first Community Lecture for the year 2010 on the 30th of March. The key note speaker of the lecture was Mr. Adam Cade, Director of Susted, an educational consultancy that motivates the youth to lead more environmentally sustainable lifestyles. This year, the topic of the Community Lecture was Supporting Change-makers – Shifting Lifestyles.

Held in the Emarat Atrium Building, this is the monthly free-for-all event organized by the EEG to bring about awareness among citizens regarding important initiatives and topics.

The Community Lecture began with an opening speech by EEG Chairperson, Ms. Habiba Al Marashi, who focused on the importance of educating the youth. She emphasized on the fact that the youth, in turn, must take responsibility of their actions and become ‘agents of change’. Her speech also consisted of a brief overview of EEG’s recent activities such as participation in the Earth Hour 2010. Read more

Gulf states concerned over inter-family marriage

Marriage between relatives is seen as distasteful within some cultures, but it has been a common feature in many others for thousands of years.
However, growing evidence has shown that children born to parents from the same extended family face a higher risk of developing a range of health problems.
Research from 2008 shows that marriage between cousins in the US, Europe, Russia and Australia is less than one per cent.
In countries such as Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar, more than half of the population marry a spouse who is considered a relative.
Some of these countries and a number of African and Asian countries have the world’s highest rates of birth defects – up to 69 cases in every thousand people.
Some experts say the real figure is much higher.
Like its Gulf neighbours, Qatar has now made pre-marital medical tests mandatory.

Community Development Authority marks official launch of Dubai Early Childhood Development Centre

• The centre is the first of its kind in the Middle East region

In line with the Dubai Strategic Plan 2015 to strengthen social services in the Emirate, the Community Development Authority (CDA) in Dubai marked the official launch of the Dubai Early Childhood Development Centre (DECDC), a first of its kind initiative in the Middle East region. This Centre is part of CDA’s commitment to provide a healthy social environment for children and make them participants in the wide spectrum of social activities outlined by CDA.

The Dubai Early Childhood Development Center (DECDC), is a unique early intervention program, to provide state-of-the-art, comprehensive, family-focused, community-based, transdisciplinary services to children (from birth to 6 years) with special needs or at risk for developmental delays and their families. DECDC came about after a long and extensive benchmarking exercise of best practice early intervention programs across the world in addition to literature review and research activities in the field of early intervention and special needs. Read more

What Mothers Days means to shoppers in Dubai

It’s in Mother Nature’s make-up to be the one that cares for her young – she has a special bond with her children. But in the run up to Mother’s Day on Sunday March 14 (UK) and March 21 (UAE), fathers are being encouraged to spend more time with their kids to look for something special that might make Mum’s day.

To celebrate, IDdesign, the lifestyle store with furnishing products and ideas for modern living, is still offering a 20% discount until Saturday 20th March to fathers who shop with their children in any of the three stores. Over this weekend, the 12th and 13th March, they will also receive an extra special treat for themselves – absolutely free. Read more

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