Making a Habit to Give (@YearOfGiving)
The author lauds the initiative of the government in launching the “Year of Giving” and looks at ways that we can all give back to…
The Joys And Woes Of The Desert
Encouraging readers to explore the nature of the UAE, but also with caution to those who are negligent and cause harm to the environment. While…
Power in Numbers, The Car Plates Craze!
Exploring people’s fascination with fancy car plate numbers and how far they would go to attain these. In October 2016, an Indian businessman based in…
The Struggles and Accolades of Half Emiratis
Looking at the struggles that some half-Emiratis go through, and some of their success stories across the globe. The UAE is a country known for its…
When “Follow Your Dreams” Doesn’t Quite Work For You
Are some of the so called motivational mantras out there actually setting people up for disappointment? The author looks at how these messages may not…
Ivy League Pre-Schools
School systems are preying on people’s need for acceptance, manipulating them into paying outrageous fees, and placing unnecessary pressure on our children. The United Arab…
Animals Get Hurt Too
Animal abuse is a serious issue and it’s important to enforce laws and create awareness to end such cruelty. It is heartbreaking to hear of…
Here’s To Fathers, The Unsung Heroes
The author looks at how society pays such high regard for mothers, and in turn, belittles the role that fathers play. Embed from Getty Images…
Yellow Card The Football Hooligans
The author looks at how rivalry in sporting competitions can take on extreme forms and proposes ways to just enjoy them instead. Football fever is…
Emirati Tenants Not Welcome
The author discusses how being an Emirati can actually be a hindrance when seeking a home to rent in the UAE. In 1998, the late…
The UAE Fights Brain Drain
The author writes about how the UAE has developed into a hub for talent and the measures taken to ensure retention of high-achieving Emiratis. Brain…
Kids These Days, They Want It All
The author looks at the increasing demands of children and the youth on lavish and superficial needs, and discusses ways to combat this. Today’s children…
Enlighten Yourself, One Book at a Time
The author discusses the declaration of 2016 as the Year of Reading by the UAE leaders and the hope that this will bring forth. Our…
The Glory of UAE
The author looks at how far the UAE has come since its inception and how its people still remain at the core of its development….
Maid with Respect
The author looks at why there are so many negative reports when it comes to employing maids and offers a simple way of resolving this…
Can’t Love You Without A Social Media Status Update
Article in brief: the author looks at how greedy corporations and social media are adding to the pressures of the increasing number of special occasions…
Mani-Pedis and a Diaper Change
Article in Brief: The author writes about the risks of instilling superficiality in children by encouraging them to indulge in spa treats and designer outfits….
Your Child Needs Their Own Seat
Article in Brief: The author writes about the dangers of not enforcing the use of car seats and risking the safety of our children on…
Can’t We Tolerate Seeing Non-Fasting People In Ramadan
Article in brief: The author looks at the local laws imposed on eating and drinking during fasting hours in Ramadan and ponders as to whether such…
Without Roots, You Cannot Grow – Part II
Article in Brief: The author looks at how the current school systems are not conducive to learning Arabic while also receiving a good education. In…