A one in a million fight: rare cancer survivor shares journey from diagnosis to recovery Mahanth Joishy recounts his battle with Sézary Syndrome, an extremely rare form of cancer that affects the skin, and how he emerged from it
How silent book clubs are bringing readers together in the UAE From Abu Dhabi cafés to Dubai parks, readers are gathering to sit together in silence, unplug from their phones, and rediscover the joy of reading
Handcrafted dolls bring Emirati culture into the playroom With paintbrush, fabric, and meticulous care, an Abu-Dhabi resident transforms simple wooden forms into reflections of Emirati life
How UAE residents are outsourcing their thinking to AI chatbots As ChatGPT and Gemini become everyday companions, psychologists warn of blurred boundaries between productivity and dependency
Why 'event nannies' are becoming a must-have at weddings, parties From weddings to office parties, professional event nannies are keeping children engaged while parents finally enjoy the celebration
'AI does not live': Sheikha Bodour says original stories 'emerge from being human' The visionary leader talks about her latest 'Whispers of the Desert' rug collection and how art is the portal through which we access our roots
Why speed networking is taking off in Dubai’s startup and business scene From virtual breakout rooms to tightly timed in-person meetups, founders and professionals across the UAE explain why speed networking is replacing traditional mixers
A look inside the UAE's new 'Longevity Residences' For years, longevity was the domain of billionaires and biohackers. Now, the UAE is turning it into a real-estate movement, with homes built around cryotherapy rooms, hyperbaric chambers and wellness-driven design
Egyptian explorer Omar Samra on how mountaineering helped him rediscover himself The entrepreneur talks about how his love for adventure and mountaineering helped him process his grief
Private tours of Louvre, Taj Mahal: Ultra-wealthy tourists paying for 'art holidays' These getaways combine the best of art and travel and ooze luxury and exclusivity