May 22, 2013
With Muslim families, you must say "mashallah" with every compliment lest someone think you are jealous and have the evil eye. Read Article Mashallah: what it means, when to say it and why you should
May 14, 2013
Drivers should understand slowing down must be their default action when approaching a junction.
Read Article A blinking green light means it is time to slow down
May 08, 2013
ENOC will introduce self-service fuel pumping at selected stations in July but the move may not be right for the UAE. Read Article Emirati Life: self-service at petrol stations is not a good idea
Apr 23, 2013
Our Emirati columnist was stunned to discover that safety belts are not mandatory for children in cars in the UAE. Read Article Emirati Life: Child car restraints simply make sense
Apr 16, 2013
Ahmed Bukhatir, the renowned singer of anasheed, lives by a simple credo: make people feel good about themselves. He does this through his peaceful Islamic music … and the odd book on dragons. Read Article The Emirati anasheed singer with the simple motto
Apr 16, 2013
On a recent assignment to the Philippines, I found that Filipinos' cheery demeanour was the norm for most people of that nation. Read Article Emirati Life: We can all learn from the happy folks of the Philippines
Apr 03, 2013
To date, 28 Emirati farms have been certified as organic by the Emirates Authority for Standardization & Metrology under the Ministry of Environment and Water. Read Article Emirati Life: organic food is healthy for farmers and consumers
Mar 27, 2013
While teenagers have the highest accident rates among all age groups, putting them behind the wheel in a monitored and legal setting would teach them safe driving techniques. Read Article Emirati Life: young and safe drivers can be a reality in the UAE
Mar 20, 2013
A trip to Sri Lanka illuminates the ties that the tropical island nation shares with the UAE. Read Article Visit to tropical paradise highlights links to UAE
Mar 17, 2013
Fulfilling a retirement vision calls for considerable planning, and women generally tend to outlive men, which means that they will need health care for longer. Read Article Better to start early to save for your dream retirement
