Articles

The Unhappy Tale of the Fight to Free Happy the Melancholy Elephant

In an historic ruling, the New York Court of Appeals rules Asian elephant must stay in zoo but two of the judges claim captivity is cruel

by Karen Pasquali Jones and Nick Ames

The Man Spreading Magic Sand That Can Turn Deserts Green

Chandra Dake the man spreading ‘Magic Sand’ across the UAE, a product that could transform the thirsty desert into lush, productive farmland

by Anthea Ayache

Steve Sosebee on the Grim Reality of Life in Palestine

Three decades after launching the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF) Steve Sosebee reflects on the challenges and rewards of serving a dysfunctional and highly politicised health sector

by Samia Qaiyum

Business Guru Kate Hardcastle Talks Sustainability and the Role of Consumers

Known as The Consumer Whisperer, TV personality Kate Hardcastle MBE, gives her sustainability and business tips

by Anthea Ayache

The ComplEAT guide to the unusual food parts you didn’t know you could eat 

Food waste plays a big role in the climate crisis, but compleating – eating every edible part of our food – means delicious meals and zero waste

by Ellen Tout

Shop Green: 8 Eco-Friendly Fashion Brands Available in the UAE

As consumers rethink their shopping habits, there is an increasing demand for more sustainable fashion. Here we choose our top picks.

by Irene Feeney

Veggie Summer Delights: Just Add Sunshine!

These simple yet tasty vegetarian dishes are quick to make and are perfect for eating al fresco or inside whatever the weather

by Karen Pasquali Jones

Vegan Speedy Suppers You Can Make In Less Than Half an Hour

From Pad Thai to Nasi Goreng and onion tart these vegan dishes are big on flavour even if you’re short on time

by Karen Pasquali Jones

Getting Drastic With Plastic. Local UAE Ecopreneurs Give Tips on Living Plastic Free

On July 3, International Plastic Bag Free Day, we talk to some of the UAE’s eco-preneurs to hear how they think we should eliminate plastic from our day to day lives

by Anthea Ayache

Are You Damaging Your Career and Life by Being too Nice?

You volunteer to stay late at work, pick up everyone’s children and make dinner but being too nice means being underpaid and undervalued experts warn

by Christine Fieldhouse