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Divorce is a brand-risky and expensive business

Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes to divorce after five years of marriage When they first got together, Tom Cruise jumped on a couch, Katie Holmes...

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,...

Eid Al-Adha is expected to be on or around November 16

Eid Al-Adha is a holiday at the end of the Hajj, the annual Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca which is one of the greatest religious...

Family and Friends Most Important for Dubai Residents’ Health, Happiness

New YouGov research has found that family and friends play the most important role in living a healthy and happy life for 60% of...

CDA to join hands with UN in promoting human rights

Receives the United Nations Special Rapporteur The Community Development Authority (CDA) discussed partnering with the United Nations to promoting a culture of respect for human...

“Middle East Point of View”: Social progress challenges in MENA countries

The use of technology in the public sector, the increasing appetite for alternative investments, achieving capital efficiencies and cost savings in the workplace and...

MENA Residents Happy with Their Personal Lives But Professionally Unsatisfied

Most of the people who live in MENA countries are satisfied with their personal life, found a new research. However, a big part of...

Community Development Authority launches various activities to mark International Day for...

The Community Development Authority (CDA) in Dubai has announced the roll-out of a special campaign entitled “My parents…My Blessing”. Organised to mark the International...
Dubai Culture: Bridging The Link Between Heritage, Culture and Tourism

Dubai Culture: Bridging The Link Between Heritage, Culture and Tourism

“Our heritage must be preserved since it is our origin and roots, and we must hold on to our origins and our deep roots.”...

An Average Working Mom Clocks in 98 Hours a Week

Parents who are tasked primarily with raising their children have an inherently difficult job. But can it be quantified into hours like a traditional...

Notary Public in Dubai to endorse will of non Muslims

The Notary Public at Dubai Courts will start from the beginning of October to ratify the signature of non-Muslim testators in line with the...

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...
As the largest budget in the UAE’s History, The General Budget for 2022-2026 is approved with AED290 billion expenditures

General Budget for 2022-2026 Approved with AED290 Billion Expenditures

The Federal Budget for 2022-2026, with a total expenditures of AED 290 billion, has been approved by the Cabinet that is chaired by His...

Dubai Residents Concerned about Cost of Living

Although the latest Consumer Confidence Survey conducted by the Department of Economic Development (DED) shows general positive consumer sentiment, it also indicates that...

Scientifically Proven: Best Friendships Keep You Safe

Friendships play a vital role in helping people get through substantial challenges in life. Until now, little scientific research has been carried out into the...

Eid-Al-Fitr holidays announced for public and private sectors

The Eid-Al-Fitr holidays for ministries and other federal government institutions will begin from Friday 17th August 2012 (29th Ramadan 1433) and will last until...

UAE ranked 30th globally in Human Development Index

The UAE has been ranked the thirtieth among 187 countries, according to the index of human development world report 2011 released by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

Holiday for federal bodies between Dec 2-5

The 39th National Day and Islamic Hijri New Year holiday for federal bodies and ministries will take place from December 2nd to December 5th. The...