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81 Designs Celebrates Palestinian Heritage with Exhibition of Refugee Embroidery in Abu Dhabi

The Autumn Harvest exhibition at 81 Designs combines Moroccan ceramics with Palestinian raffia work

by Nick Ames

Rare Discovery as Ancient Monastery Lost to Sands of Time Unearthed in UAE

Archaeologists are calling the monastery a ‘Monument to tolerance and multi-faith society’

by Nick Ames

Tis the Season to Get Outdoors… So Here’s to the 7 Best (and Free) UAE Beaches

There’s nothing quite like hitting a UAE beach now the cooler months are upon us and luckily the country has lots of free sandy stretches to choose from

by Hayley Doyle

Grub’s Up: Why Insects Are Hatching a Food Revolution For Us and Our Pets

Cricket protein bars and mealworm snack packs grab headlines, but the real revolution in food made from insects is not in human consumption. While many diners remain stubbornly resilient to the charms of a bug biryani, the real action is happening in the agricultural and pet food sector

by Nick Harding

Free At Last: Pangolin Captured By Traffickers Is Released Back Into The Wild

Pangolins are the most trafficked mammals in the world because their scales are prized for traditional Chinese medicine but one has been rescued and taught how to survive in her natural habitat

by Hayley O'Keeffe

Are You Stressed Out Trying To Relax? Then You Might Have Stresslaxation

Nearly half the population are suffering from stresslaxation – anxiety brought on by the mere idea of switching off – which began during the pandemic and lockdown but can be more damaging than you think, warn experts

by Josh Sims

New Abu Dhabi Nature App Allows Residents to Log Wildlife Sightings

‘Citizen scientists’ are being encouraged to study Abu Dhabi’s natural environment

by Nick Ames

The 6 Signs Of Addictive Behaviour

Lying, calling in sick to work and sudden lack of personal hygiene could mean a loved one is depressed but, says UAE-based sober and recovery coach David Golding, it could be a sign of addiction

by David Golding

Wild Child Charity Event for Animal Lovers Taking Place in Dubai

Enjoy a fun and educational day out for all the family on Saturday 12th November at Times Square, Dubai. Wild Child is all in aid of saving the region’s endangered animals

by Anthea Ayache

Don’t Relight My Fire: The Ultimate Guide To An Eco-Friendly Bonfire Night

Gunpowder plotters set out to destroy parliament in 1605. On November 5th, we gather to celebrate this failed mission with fireworks. However, Bonfire Night alone has a disastrous effect on air quality. Here’s how to minimise your footprint but still enjoy the occasion

by Hayley Doyle