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Feeling anxious about money? How to 'quieten the noise' during uncertain times

Expert advice on changing your mindset and setting yourself up for stability

Palestine Marathon returns after two years, with in-person and virtual races

Beyond fitness: How UAE gyms are helping people cope with uncertainty

Top releases at Watches and Wonders 2026, from Rolex to Audemars Piguet

Burj Al Arab closes to undergo 18-month restoration

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Sara Capriotti took her nine-month-old baby to Italy for a few weeks before returning to the UAE. Photo: Sara Capriotti

Back in the UAE: Why returning home has been a priority for residents

Whether travelling for a preplanned holiday, spring break or due to feelings of uncertainty, five families share why they couldn’t wait to get back to the country

Quieter and more intentional - how dining out in the UAE has been changed by war

Dani Hakim’s son Harvey has autism, ADHD and dyslexia – he needs constant movement breaks and support with his remote learning. Photo: Dani Hakim

On alert: How those with deafness, neurodivergence or PTSD deal with war

Making waves on Yas Island and beyond: What does it take to design a water park?

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld or Warner Bros can all be experienced on a visit to Yas Island. Photo: Yas Island

Yas Island theme park projects will likely continue on despite conflict

The pick of the UAE's parks for family outings, nature walks and weekend picnics

Pay it forward: Initiatives launched to promote small businesses in the UAE

Cancelled flights, unexpected gains: UAE residents find silver linings at home

The dads who have turned darkest moments into a lifeline for others

Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort opened in 2021. Photo: Anantara

Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort closes 'following careful consideration'

Minor Hotels says the closure is not due to any single issue but comes amid a war-related downturn

Burj Al Arab closes to undergo 18-month restoration

Hotel of the weekA stamp of approval for Tbilisi's converted Soviet-era post office

Gulf Air begins gradual resumption of flights as Bahrain airspace opens

Etihad cuts fares by 50% on selected routes amid Middle East conflict

Gulf airlines operating at half capacity as recovery continues

Cancelled flights, unexpected gains: UAE residents find silver linings at home

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Nada Debs

Cover storyLebanese designer Nada Debs reflects on identity, reinvention and legacy

Japan-born, UAE-based creative has built a career translating Arab craft through a contemporary lens

Kering’s Miral Youssef on leadership and the future of luxury

Fashion & Beauty

First sitting: New dining experiences to try in Abu Dhabi and Dubai in April

Egyptian actress Yasmina El Abd joins Dior in rare three-division ambassador role

Fashion & Beauty

Top releases at Watches and Wonders 2026, from Rolex to Audemars Piguet

Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi on art: The World of Peace and War by Gamal El Sagini

Rising Middle East fashion brands to watch and support

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The Architectural Experience takes place every Saturday at Louvre Abu Dhabi, concluding with a walk inside the museum's dome. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Louvre Abu Dhabi offers rare access to its dome with new tour

Tours will take place every Saturday with two time slots available for individuals or groups

Global Village remains closed despite rumours of reopening

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