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Athleta marks its Middle East debut with a campaign celebrating women who are redefining success on their own terms. Photo: Athleta

Athleta marks its Middle East debut with a campaign celebrating women who are redefining success on their own terms. Photo: Athleta

Meet the three Middle Eastern women fronting activewear brand Athleta’s regional debut

From the racetrack to the film set and the world of endurance sports, Amna Al Qubaisi, Salma Elkashef and Lojain Alrefae challenge expectations

Historic Abu Dhabi Police car restored nearly 50 years after royal escort duty

Is the UAE's secondhand shopping app market getting too crowded?

New restaurants in the UAE: Latest places to eat and openings to look out for

First sitting: November dining experiences to try, and new restaurant openings

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The pool at Siro Porto Montenegro, which strikes a fine balance between activity, recovery and indulgence. Photo: Siro Porto Montenegro

Inside Siro Porto Montenegro, the brand's second berth after its Dubai debut

Fitness-focused concept brings a new approach to luxury hospitality on the Adriatic coast

Middle East flights: Lufthansa Group extends Dubai suspensions until March

UAE airlines adjust Saudi Arabia flights as cancellations continue

Passports 'redundant' in five years, suggests Dubai Airports chief

Etihad unveils McLaren aircraft livery ahead of 2026 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

History and culture meet modernity in Morocco's capital

BA resumes London-Dubai flights after eight-month suspension

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Emirati artist Mohammed Kazem has spent more than four decades exploring new forms of artistic expression, from painting and photography to conceptual installations. Ben Cope for The National

Cover storyMohammed Kazem on four decades of pushing the boundaries of Emirati art

As his work goes on show at the inaugural Frieze Abu Dhabi, the pioneering Emirati artist reflects on the influence of mentor Hassan Sharif and his role in shaping the next generation of artists

What is effort signalling? The anti-AI trend taking over luxury fashion

Meet the three Middle Eastern women fronting activewear brand Athleta’s regional debut

How Abu Dhabi's old airport terminal became a design destination

One Last Thing: Sarah Hermez on room service and hating questionnaires

From Kendall Jenner to Elle Fanning, why bangle watches are back in fashion

Jaguar's new electric car is designed to divide opinion

Things to do

Five Iron Golf Abu Dhabi is one of the newest openings on Yas Island. Photo: Five Iron Golf Abu Dhabi

Things to do on Yas Island, from theme parks to indoor golf

Where to go for family days out, live shows and sporting activities on Abu Dhabi island

Dubai Fitness Challenge 2026: Free workouts, community runs and events to try

UAE to open Middle East’s first hot air balloon museum

Dubai's Aquaventure World named world's second most visited water park

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