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Abhirami Vinod

Meet 3 Dubai residents who make every visit special for tourists

Meet 3 Dubai residents who make every visit special for tourists

The city’s tourism success is built on the dedication of people who ensure visitors feel cared for, safe, and inspired

Onam in 1990s Dubai: Expat recalls ‘collecting flowers from bushes for Pookalam’

Onam in 1990s Dubai: Expat recalls ‘collecting flowers from bushes for Pookalam’

In the early days, celebrations were modest, venues were few; as the years passed, Onam grew along with the Malayalee community, with regional associations hosting large-scale events

UAE summer: Weekend mode by Tuesday? How some UAE residents are coping with heat

UAE summer: Weekend mode by Tuesday? How some UAE residents are coping with heat

'Early weekend' culture isn’t a luxury; it’s a form of emotional recalibration. Shifting the rhythm of the week offers that micro-reset our minds need

UAE: Why is everyone so obsessed with Labubu‭ dolls?

UAE: Why is everyone so obsessed with Labubu‭ dolls?

Well, for one thing, at a time of global uncertainty, collecting the viral toy offers a sense of calm and control