The beauty landscape this year is moving towards products that genuinely understand the realities of a modern, fast-paced life.

Working from home has its limits. Cafés can get noisy, and traditional co-working memberships don’t always make sense if you’re just looking for a change of pace. Across Dubai, hotels are stepping in with flexible, well-priced setups that let you plug in and stay productive.

What surprises most people is that he did not enter the kitchen through the traditional route. There was no culinary school, no years climbing the brigade. He was an engineer by profession most of life. 

For those seeking balance and rejuvenation, Wellness in the Sky offers a series of weekly yoga and wellness sessions designed to nurture both body and mind.

At a time when many of us have been navigating a particularly challenging period, it is the moments of community and connection that truly anchor us. This week’s selection of news celebrates the spirit of the collective, from hospitality giants supporting local venues to homegrown startups championing social change. 

Celebrated annually on April 15, World Art Day serves as a global reminder of how creativity enriches the human experience. In a city like Dubai, this artistic spirit is not confined to a single date or a traditional gallery wall. It is woven into the very fabric of the dining scene.

At its core, The Self-Respect Playbook asks a simple but uncomfortable question: are you living in a way that reflects who you actually are, or who you’ve learned to be? Dr Katherine Iscoe builds her answer through personal anecdotes and reflective questions that encourage readers to look more closely at their own patterns.