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2 hours ago
- Entertainment
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Just In: Mo Amer announced for Dubai Comedy Festival 2025
Comedy lovers, get ready, one of the biggest names in stand-up is making a comeback in Dubai Palestinian-American comedian Mo Amer is returning to Dubai for a one-night-only, two-show special on Thursday, October 9. Presented by Live Nation Middle East, the award-winning comedian best known for his Netflix series MO and standout roles in Ramy and Black Adam will take the stage at Dubai Opera for an exclusive double performance, giving fans a unique opportunity to catch his sharp, unfiltered comedy in one of the city's most iconic venues. 'One of the sharpest comics of our time' Known for his clever storytelling, magnetic stage presence, and brutally honest humour, Mo Amer's comedy often weaves through personal tales of family, fame, and his identity as a Palestinian-American navigating life in the spotlight. This time, fans can expect new material that explores his journey as a new dad delivered with the same candid wit that's made him a global favourite. It's a full-circle moment for Amer, who last performed at Dubai Comedy Festival during its inaugural edition in 2020. Now, with global acclaim and a string of accolades to his name including a Gotham Award, Peabody, and AFI Honor, he's back and bigger than ever. And with Season 2 of MO having just dropped on Netflix earlier this year, fans are in for a timely treat. Part of a seriously stacked lineup There have been a number of amazing acts announced for this year's festival, with highlights including Tom Segura, Akaash Singh, Morgan Jay, Joanne McNally, and more. Earlier this week, the popular NearlyParents Podcast Livewas also announced, adding a fresh dynamic to the diverse lineup. A second wave of talent brought even more big names to the bill, including Amer Zahr, Redouane Bougheraba, Ivan Abramov, and Gaurav Kapoor, making this year's Dubai Comedy Festival one of the most exciting yet. The Details: Tickets are already generating buzz, don't wait too long to book yours. Location: Dubai Opera Date: Thursday, October 9 2025 Time: Show 1: Doors 6pm | Show 6.30pm and Show 2: Doors 9pm | Show 9.30pm Cost: From Dhs295 Image: Supplied > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
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3 hours ago
- Lifestyle
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Summer skincare: 7 UAE-born brands to shop this season
There are thousands of beauty brands out there with formulas to solve just about any skincare qualm, and with summer in full swing, our skin needs more love than ever. It's time to level up your routine – if you want to try something new, why not pick from the UAE-born skincare brands? The world is in Dubai, but Dubai is also in the world, and these UAE-born and bred names are making waves. Peacefull Salama Mohamed sure knows how to entertain us on social media with her fun videos of her family, but did you know the Emirati entrepreneur also has a skincare brand in the UAE? The social media star's passion project has been formulated with Korean skincare technology. As we all know, Korean skincare has assumed a sort of holy grail status when it comes to skincare solutions, and Peacefull emulates that with clean and effective products that do just what they must. @peacefull De L'Arta De L'Arta is as local as it gets. The formulas are all made with resources found here in the UAE, and local plant extracts for natural, sustainable products. While it is widely believed that the desert landscape of the UAE doesn't have much to offer, De L'Arta is harnessing the power of a rich trove of resources to bust that myth. @de_larta Wishful Huda Kattan's skincare brand is a relatively new addition to her beauty empire's ever-growing portfolio of products. Her line of makeup, Huda Beauty, can be found on the shelves of perhaps every beauty retailer in the world, and now Wishful is taking the local markets by storm. @wishfulskin Shirley Conlon Organics Like many inventions in this world, the Shirley Conlon Organics was born out of necessity. The founder, Shirley Conlon, found her skin to be acting up when she moved to Dubai and figured she'd create formulas herself so she knew exactly what was going into it. Her conscious skincare focuses on combatting UV, heat and pollution damage. @shirleyconlonorganics GLIST This homegrown brand takes the very best of East Asian skincare and formulates it specifically for the region. A mix of Japanese and Korean skincare secrets, GLIST has a highly popular range of sheet masks for every qualm and is a semi-gel cellulose technology, an innovative material that is being retailed in the region for the first time. @glist__official Herbal Essentials This UAE-born-and-bred brand is all about natural, clean, uncomplicated skincare, formulated with Himalyan spring water. Himalayan Active Water contains 3 essential minerals that help hydrate, strengthen & protect the skin barrier, so there's a wealth of benefits to be derived from it. The brand has a variety of options for all skin types and issues. @herbal_essentials The Camel Soap Factory A homegrown name known for crafting natural skincare products using locally sourced camel milk, The Camel Soap Factory products are loved for its nourishing and hydrating properties. They offer handmade soaps, balms, and skincare items with sustainable ingredients, free from harsh chemicals. The distinctive soaps are often infused with regional scents like frankincense, oud, and lavender, also make for popular souvenirs – ethical beauty straight from the heart of the desert. @camelsoapfactory Images: Socials > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
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4 hours ago
- Business
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Buying your first property in the UAE? Here's what you need to know
So, you want to buy property in the UAE. You're earning a steady salary, scrolling listings late at night, and wondering if those keys could actually be yours. It's not just a dream – owning property in the UAE is more possible than it's ever been, even if you're early in your career. The landscape's shifting: platforms now let you invest from as little as Dhs500, while smart saving strategies could have you ready for full ownership in a few years. Whether you're in the Dhs500 club or playing the long game toward a Dhs90,000 down payment, here's what you need to know before diving into property in the UAE. Saving for the keys If you're earning between Dhs10,000 and Dhs15,000 a month, property isn't out of reach – but it does take a plan. Experts say setting aside 20–30% of your income could get you to a down payment (Dhs90,000–Dhs180,000) in three to five years. That's assuming you're looking at properties between Dh600,000 and Dh900,000. Budget smart, save consistently, and let your salary growth do the rest. Can't wait? Try fractional ownership Platforms like SmartCrowd and PRYPCO let you invest in property for as little as Dhs500 or Dhs2,000. You get a share of the asset, and returns based on your stake. It's a low-barrier entry, especially for early-career buyers. That said, some real estate pros are wary – control is limited, and returns may be lower than direct ownership. So weigh it up. Where to look Two names that keep coming up: Dubai South, thanks to its proximity to the upcoming Al Maktoum Airport, and Town Square, with affordable pricing and improved road links on the horizon. Both areas are being watched closely for long-term growth. Don't forget the extras Property ownership isn't just about the price tag. Maintenance, insurance, service charges, and utilities add up quickly. One of the biggest rookie mistakes? Forgetting to budget for all of it. And before you even think about mortgage payments, build an emergency fund – at least six months of expenses, in something liquid and accessible. The takeaway? Buying property in the UAE isn't just for the ultra-wealthy anymore. Whether you're going full ownership or fractional first, it all comes down to planning, patience, and understanding what you're actually signing up for. Play it smart, and your first key could come sooner than you think. > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
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5 hours ago
- Science
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Everything to know about Sharjah's Faya Palaeolandscape, newly added to UNESCO's World Heritage List
The United Arab Emirates is abuzz with a brand new milestone – a new entrant into UNESCO's World Heritage List: Sharjah's Faya Palaeolandscape, a site hiding mysteries from 200,000 years ago. Announced during the 47th annual session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, this desert site has been inscribed in the list for its Outstanding Universal Value (OUV), displaying some of the earliest records of human presence in the arid desert environments. Faya Palaeolandscape is located in the central region of Sharjah, presenting as a spectacular, rolling desert landscape, and the first desert Paleolithic site to cement a place on the World Heritage List. Faya was the only nomination from the Arab region this year, a historic moment for not just the UAE but for the wider community, and marks the second site in the UAE to be included in the list; the first were the Cultural Sites of Al Ain, which were inscribed in 2011. The history What's incredible about Faya is not just the sheer scale of the history it represents, but also the state in which the tangible remains were unearthed – well-preserved, and ready to tell stories about what life in the region looked like thousands of years ago. The site is located between the Persian Gulf and Arabian Sea and preserves evidence of human life and occupation from the Middle Palaeolithic and Neolithic periods (210,000–6,000 years ago). The layers of archaeological finds – 18 to be exact- reveal how hunter-gatherers and pastoralists adapted to the extreme cyclic climate of the region, alternating between arid and rainy periods every 20,000 years, as is the natural course of the Earth's climate cycle. That's why we have contrasting periods like the sweltering era of the dinosaurs and the Ice Age. Beyond subsistence activities, the earliest groups of humans made use of the site's geomorphological features for extraction of resources. The site provides evidence of diverse water sources of presence of raw materials, and is a testament to the power of human resilience in the face of hyper-arid environments. Why is Faya important? The discovery and recognition of such a site points a new direction for the global perception of prehistoric existence in the Arabian Peninsula, as well as it's role in charting the journey of the earliest man out of Africa. It proves to be a significant regional contribution in what the world knows about its own history, and revealing something unique about the desert – once viewed simply as migratory corridors, areas of constant movement, Faya has been identified as site for repeated human settlement. The future of Faya Over the past three decades, the Sharjah Archaeology Authority has been conducting excavations on the site, in collaboration with leading international institutions such as the University of Tübingen and Oxford Brookes University. Now, looking to the future, the UAE and Sharjah have unveiled a 2024–2030 management and conservation plan for the site, aiming to preserve Faya's Outstanding Universal Value while keeping the curiosity alive with continued research, community engagement, and sustainable tourism. Faya also holds a long-standing place in UNESCO's Human Evolution, Adaptations, Dispersals and Social Developments (HEADS) Programme, alongside internationally significant sites like the Klasies River Caves in South Africa. @jebelfaya Images: UNESCO World Heritage > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
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5 hours ago
- Automotive
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Emirates Road is getting a Dhs750 million upgrade
The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has announced a vital project to develop and enhance Emirates Road, transforming the key route into a faster, smoother, and more efficient corridor. The development will significantly reduce travel time by up to 45% for commuters traveling from Ras Al Khaimah, through Umm Al Quwain and Sharjah, to Dubai, and vice versa. The project is set to cost 750 million dirhams. Roadworks are set to begin in September 2025 and will take two years to complete. Here's what to expect The Emirates Road development project will include expanding the road from three to five lanes in each direction over a stretch of 25km. It will begin at Al Badee Interchange in Sharjah and end in Umm Al Quwain. The expansion will increase the road's capacity to approximately 9,000 vehicles per hour – a 65% increase. Interchange 7 on Emirates Road will also receive a comprehensive upgrade with the construction of six directional bridges. At a combined capacity, it will be able to handle 13,200 vehicles per hour. It will also include the creation of collector roads on both sides of Emirates Road. * Al Mustaqbal Street Development Project * Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure stated that the project is part of the ministry's efforts to develop practical and sustainable solutions to traffic congestion. He pointed out that it is an issue that received attention during the UAE Government Annual Meetings. He stated that the project represented 'a significant step toward realising the UAE's vision of establishing an integrated road network that meets the needs of the population and economic growth' He added the enhancements reflect the country's commitment to delivering innovative solutions for improving transportation, reducing congestion-related emissions, and raising overall living standards. Engineer Hassan Al Mansouri, Undersecretary for Infrastructure and Transport Affairs at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, added that the project will be 'implemented in accordance with the highest international standards in road and infrastructure planning, with a strong emphasis on ensuring long-term sustainability. It will significantly enhance traffic flow, particularly for transit movement between cities across the UAE.' Images: Emirates News Agency (WAM) > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
