Personal finance

Shrewd path to avoid pitfalls

Sudhesh Giriyan says that working in finance has made him smarter with his own money. Delores Johnson / The National

Money and me: Sudhesh Giriyan, the vice president of Xpress Money, talks about his own financial life. Read Article Shrewd path to avoid pitfalls

Prudence in the present makes for a rosier future

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On the money: In a recent survey, 48 per cent of those questioned said they have never saved towards their retirement. I believe the reality out there is, and will increasingly become, worse as global economic problems continue to play out. Read Article Prudence in the present makes for a rosier future

Read between the lines before signing a tenancy contract in the UAE

On your side: Keren Bobker answers questions on tenancy contracts, medical insurance and job contracts. Read Article Read between the lines before signing a tenancy contract in the UAE

The seven signs that you're addicted to spending

Superwomen: Janelle Malone's fictional friends ride to the rescue of Heather, who spends too much money. Read Article The seven signs that you're addicted to spending

Play your cards right: UAE credit card rewards and risks

A new survey reveals a growing appetite for UAE credit cards and the perks they bring. But, with 15 per cent of us paying off only the minimum balance, there is cause for concern. Read Article Play your cards right: UAE credit card rewards and risks

Teach kids values and the world is their oyster

On the money: My son and I are creating our very own adventure book. A sort of scrapbook where we're writing down where we want to travel to, sticking in photographs of the places, including maps, writing bits of information - and a target date. Read Article Teach kids values and the world is their oyster

Best way to hatch a nest egg for your growing child

Briton Richard McFarlin, a Dubai resident, was keen to find the right savings plan for his three-year-old son, Hiro. Read Article Best way to hatch a nest egg for your growing child

Spanx billionaire stretched herself and hit the jackpot

Superwomen: "Hey girls, have you heard of Sara Blakely?" asked Lucy, as she swung herself back on Abby's sofa. Abby looked up, smug. "The Spanx billionaire? Yes, of course," she said. Read Article Spanx billionaire stretched herself and hit the jackpot

Finding inspiration on the road

Money and me: Tamas Kassai, a senior consultant at Gargash Insurance Services, talks about his financial journey across Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Read Article Finding inspiration on the road

Pension options as plans are made for Thailand retirement

On your side: Keren Bobker answers questions on a UK pension scheme, due notice to tenants and limited contracts. Read Article Pension options as plans are made for Thailand retirement

On the Money: Here and now, decide on what really matters

On the money: I've always been a late developer. I just recently discovered that, when swimming the front crawl, you need to give your arms the chance to recover when they're out of the water, and not (as I do) keep them tense with muscles firing. Read Article On the Money: Here and now, decide on what really matters

Choices for tailored lending in the UAE

The arrival of a new federal credit bureau this year means that banks can tailor-make loans and offer credit based on a customer's payment history. This also means lower interest rates can be negotiated. Read Article Choices for tailored lending in the UAE

On Your Side: Due diligence before chasing a better mortgage

On your side: Our resident consultant Keren Bobker answers readers questions on mortgages and labour laws. Read Article On Your Side: Due diligence before chasing a better mortgage

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A hunger for home: best places pick up world foods in Abu Dhabi

Selected Vegetables and Fruits, in Abu Dhabi, where a number of people from Sri Lanka and India shop. Delores Johnson / The National

With map Got a hankering for a plate of tequenos? Holding a braai and need some South African sosatie? Here is a look at how various cultures in the UAE have imported their cuisines and where to buy the ingredients. A hunger for home: best places pick up world foods in Abu Dhabi

Cheese expert Patricia Michelson recommends a journey through tastes

The cheese room at Jones the Grocer's Muroor outlet in Au Dhabi. Lauren Lancaster / The National

This week, Michelson will be visiting the UAE to host tasting sessions in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi, where she'll be giving gourmets the chance to try unusual varieties of cheese from across the world. Cheese expert Patricia Michelson recommends a journey through tastes

Yoga instructor Tara Stiles launches Reebok apparel line

Tara Stiles's 23-piece line of yoga apparel for Reebok features the slogan 'Who made the rules?'. Courtesy Reebok

American yoga rebel Tara Stiles has paired up with Reebok for a sporting wear line. Yoga instructor Tara Stiles launches Reebok apparel line

In pictures: What could be the next car for Dubai police?

Motoring editor Kevin Hackett takes a look at the possible cars that could be next on Dubai police shopping list. In pictures: What could be the next car for Dubai police?

Lamborghini is still crazy after all these years

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Lamborghini. Photo courtesy Lamborghini

The Italian marque is unbelievably, half a century old. To celebrate, the world's largest ever gathering of those outrageous sports cars assembled in its hometown. Lamborghini is still crazy after all these years

Dubai designer Marina Qureshi behind Florence Welch's stunning dress

A sketch by the designer Marina Qureshi of the dress that Florence Welch wore at the Florence and the Machine concert at Sandance in Dubai. Courtesy Marina Qureshi

Florence Welch did more than put on a great show at Sandance - she wore a dress by one of the region's newest design talents. Dubai designer Marina Qureshi behind Florence Welch's stunning dress