Culture

From vegan chocolates to biodegradable packaging, count down to Christmas with our guide to sustainable advent calendars

In a world echoing with yes, it takes a bold spirit to stand alone and say no but many have discovered the power of this one simple word and the authenticity it advocates

These vegan Halloween rituals are wickedly awesome so hold onto your broomsticks for the most eerily ethical Halloween ever

These UAE artists are using their creative expression as a medium for spreading the message of sustainability

Blending clever tech with eco-friendly policies, the UAE’s growing collection of smart cities and sustainable developments could offer tomorrow’s most in-demand homes in the world

From second-hand bookshops to libraries, book fairs, book clubs and more, we’ve rounded up the ultimate guide for UAE bookworms

Show your guests you love the planet as much as your bride or groom-to-be and go for a stylish and sustainable wedding

From an elephant queen to an octopus teacher, rival chimps and the fight to grow crops, these are the must-see wildlife and nature movies that will change your life – as well as your summer

They’re always on a strict diet, think a single grape is a dessert and keep to their exercise plan – even in their sick child’s hospital room. Here’s how to spot an almond mum and to make sure you don’t become one