The summer holidays are fast approaching and with it comes the mass exodus of us who choose to escape the UAE’s heatwave and return to either our home countries or vacation destinations. With what can feel like a million things to take care of and get organised with, aside from packing your suitcase, and triple-checking you have the necessary paperwork and your passports, one thing you should not neglect is making sure your home is…
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Whether you are a homeowner or are currently renting, one thing is for certain – an annual maintenance contract will pay dividends when it comes to the overall upkeep of your home. It allows you to keep it well-maintained and protected come rain or shine without any hidden and unplanned costs.  Keeping you covered all year long, an annual maintenance contract also removes the stress of finding a reliable company at short notice, who in…
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According to new research, the quality of air we breathe significantly impacts the risk of infertility, with research now linking increased levels of airborne pollutants – such as respirable (breathable) dust and nitrogen dioxide – to increases as high as 20% in infertility. A recent study in China found that of 18,000 couples, those living with a higher level of respirable dust in the air experienced a 20% greater risk of infertility (where infertility represented…
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If you could share a token of your childhood, what would it be?  Most of us believe they had it better than the generations that followed, lamenting about yesteryear like a badge of honour; a sense of pride that ‘we’ escaped the clutches of the Metaverse and found joy in the simple pleasures of swapping VHS’ films instead of Instahandles and choosing pyjama parties over PlayStations. As expats, our sense of ‘home’ is often wrapped…
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Bright coloured paper and silky ribbons, gift tags and glitter; the lead up to Christmas can turn our homes into mini Santa’s workshops as we scramble to get our gifts wrapped and under the tree on time. A tradition referring back to a very silent night and three famous kings –can sometimes get a little lost in translation. You see, the real Christmas ethos behind giving is kindness; yes, 3 (wise) men travelled miles away…
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Ahhh Christmas! A time to gather together and fill your hearts along with your bellies – although the latter is not always an easy feat without emptying the bank balance in the process. Besides, once you’ve gotten through Santa’s ‘Nice List’, decorated the tree and plotted your last elf on the shelf adventure, you might find yourself wondering where all the time and money has gone. We can’t work miracles (we’ll leave those to Saint…
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Pet owners rejoice, the UAE finally has more comprehensive insurance options for your fury friends, courtesy of yallacompare, the number-one finance site in the Middle East.  Designed to alleviate the pet ownership price burden in the UAE, pet insurance through yallacompare offers Sharia-compliant cover for dogs and cats so that policyholders need only pay as little as 20% of the final bill in the event of an unforeseen, medical emergency. Unforeseen medical bills for vets…
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Parents, lovers of interiors, eco-consious consumers, this one is for you! Jotun, the region’s leading paint brand, expands their interior paints portfolio with the launch of Fenomastic Wonderwall Lux. It is a unique matt paint with an elegant smooth finish and a new advanced easy-clean technology. Thanks to its unique technology, Fenomastic Wonderwall Lux gives you long lasting beautiful walls effortlessly, which means you can maintain real beauty in your home everyday just as the…
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The holiday season is almost here, and Pinterest boards are in full swing, guest lists are being put together and if you are planning a party at home in Dubai, here’s the latest on what you need to consider first! On Tuesday the 19th of October 2021, guidelines for organising social parties, weddings, funerals and other gatherings at home were announced by the National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA). NEW RULES FOR ‘AT…
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If you’re a fan of modern digital art and a supporter of womens empowerment then this new exhibition opening at Radisson RED in Silicon Oasis – October 12th, should be on your must-see list. The hotel, which opened in February last year, has a keen focus on local art. The walls are covered in bespoke designed wallpaper from locally based artists, including that of Maria Iqbal and female led Art Painting Lab. Two superwomen -…
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