Women foreign workers growing in importance in the Middle East
Labor migration has led to an increase in the independence of women and their influence over household decisions, but more could be done to...
Federal public holiday to mark Mawlid Nabawi relayed to 17 February
UAE federal ministries and departments will take Thursday ,17 February 2011, corresponding to 14 Rabea' Awwal 1432 Hijri as a public holiday to mark...
Valentine’s Day Gift Cards
Valentine’s Day has become an international occasion and now more and more couples in Dubai and the UAE love to celebrate it. So, what’s...
Community Development Authority marks official launch of Dubai Early Childhood Development...
The centre is the first of its kind in the Middle East region
In line with the Dubai Strategic Plan 2015...
UAE’s Rich Expats Get Richer and Live Better, Survey Revealed
Expats living in the United Arab Emirates are rewarded for their hard work, according to the latest HSBC Expat Explorer survey. Singapore, Norway and...
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)...
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...
ORDNING&REDA and ECO BoraÌŠstapeter 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...
35% Decrease in Divorce Cases in Dubai Between 2016 to 2019
Conducted in partnership with Community Development Authority, Dubai Statistics Center and Dubai Courts, results provide accurate perspective on marriage and divorce rates in...
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).
Scientifically Proven: Generous People Are Happier
Generosity makes people happier, even if they are only a little generous. People who act solely out of self-interest are less happy. Merely promising...
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...
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...
Distaste for Facebook friends behavior
Many people find some of their Facebook friends actually annoying.
The daily deals company Eversave conducted a study between 400 women, who unexpectedly uncovered more...
72% of UAE Residents Plan Extraordinary UAE National Day
In the lead up to their nation’s 46th National Day, UAE residents claim they plan to do something extraordinary to mark the occasion.
The research...
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...
UAE Leads Middle East in Global Facebook Penetration
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A recent survey published by ‘Facebakers’ ...
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...