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Oreo Recipes Vol. I: Scrumptious Oreo Brownies

If you have a sweet tooth, you’re going to adore us for this new series: Oreo Recipes. First up, we show you how to many delicious layered Oreo Brownies from scratch. Pair it with ice cream for a fancy dessert or gobble them down on movie night. Prep time: 30 minutes Cooking time: 35 minutes …

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Live Like A King: 4 Lavish Heritage Hotels In Rajasthan

The name ‘Rajasthan’ literally translates to ‘the Land of Kings’. Situated in the North-western part of India, sharing its border with Pakistan, Rajasthan is home to the hot desert, camels, and scores upon scores of colour. About 60% of Rajasthan is made up of the Great Indian Thar Desert then where…

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I’m 22 & I Just Found Out I Have A Learning Disability

I can vividly recall the frustration I had with Math since primary school. I was the mute student during Math classes and fully engaged one in every other subject. The transition from primary school to middle school and then to high school was quite smooth academically. I loved school, thoroughly en…

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5 Mind Boggling Logisitcal Numbers About F1 Abu Dhabi GP 2015

 Ahead of the exciting season finale F1 Abu Dhabi GP 2015, Yas Marina Circuit has lifted the lid on some of the preparations involved in making sure the venue is ready for the sell-out, capacity crowd of 60,000 local and international visitors arriving this week. Working with the precision and coord…

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The Quick Guide to a Non-Stop Yasalam 2015 Festival Weekend

The Yasalam 2015 Festival is known for one thing: non-stop adrenaline. With so many activities, entertainment and sporting challenges in one city, it can be overwhelming to plan your race weekend. Luckily, we’ve got you covered with the top five activities based on your weekend goals: If you’re look…

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6 Hidden Cafes in Dubai for Meetings & Work

Dubai has plenty of great mobile workplaces for freelancers and those on-the-go. The only difference is that some are obvious, while others might be considered ‘hidden gems’. So, if you’re on the lookout for a quiet spot for a few hours or a place to meet an important client, our list of 6 ideal caf…

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Nooks & Corners: 800 Degrees Pizza | Pizzeria Review

Where: 800 Degrees Neopolitan Pizzeria, Mall of the Emirates How much:  AED 150 for two people (approx.) Cuisine: Pizza – Italian Recommended: Original crust with Bufalina base As the name suggests, the pizzas served here are baked at 800 degrees Fahrenheit, which allows the pizzas to be deliv…

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THSWKND: 5 Things To Do In The UAE This Weekend Nov 12-14, 2015

You’ve had a long, hard week at work, and now it’s time to let your hair-down in the weekend-driven city of Dubai. Here are 5 things to do in the UAE this weekend that will have you rejuvenated and in the mood to start a new week: 1. ZERO GRAVITY PRESENTS GALANTIS The duo of …

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Weekend Escape: Khasab, The Land Where Time Stops

Living in the desert can get dreary sometimes. The endless expanse of sand stretching as far as the eye can see, to say nothing of the torturous heat, can drive you crazy. So, what do you do? Forfeit your savings for a couple of days in Europe? With flight tickets that burn holes in your …

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Nooks & Corners: The Black Lion Dubai Review

Where: The Black Lion, The H, Dubai. How much:  AED 310 per person Cuisine: American/British pub food Recommended: Blue fishbowl drink [Ask for it and they will provide] Pop on over to this gastropub for late nights – with their cracking menu with both English and American favourites. HereR…

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Das Wunder Von Oktoberfest: Beer, Bavaria & How It All Began

Incredible, but true: NO, it does not happen in October! The locals call it ‘Weisn’. Albert Einstein worked there.* Paris Hilton is permanently banned from the fest. ** Why? Read on to find out: How it all began On the 12th of October, 1810, a large lusty crowd gathered in the fields outside the cit…

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5 Shisha Cafes In Dubai That Are Worth The Money

Being a Dubai resident or even visitor, it is evident that the Shisha culture in Dubai is heavily predominant. The weather is getting better and it’s now the “perfect shisha weather”. Cafés and restaurants are 10 times more likely to be full just if they have the facility of an after-coffee shisha o…

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The Best Of Italy At The Italian Pavilion

In the year of EXPO Milan 2015, focused on the theme Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life and therefore on good, healthy and sustainable food for all, Italy will be promoting the excellence of its quality food with a dedicated Italian Pavilion at this year’s Speciality Food Festival, set to take plac…

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Mishael AlRajhi @ FFWDD 2016: Night And Day

[dropcap]Monochrome. Yin Yang. Night and Day. Opposites.  [/dropcap] These are just a few of the descriptions to this S/S 16 stark collection for men and women. The signature of black and white to this region, re-thought and challenged. Presented simply as AlRajhi’s take on this ‘Foundation’. So sim…

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THSWKND: 7 Things To Do In The UAE This Weekend, Oct 29-31 2015

Have you got your weekend plans sorted yet? Here are 5 exciting events – things to do in the UAE this weekend: 1. Dubai Design Week 2015 It’s a designer’s dream come true in Dubai this Fall. The first Dubai Design Week is here to give you a creative boost. Interact and network with…

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6 Ways to Stop All That Emotional Eating

Sponsored Content. Written by Farah Chabib, Clinical Dietician, MEDI Weight Loss Eating takes your mind off feelings and comforts you. However, eating in response to emotions and not hunger can result in overeating, unwanted weight gain and even greater stress. And again, we find ourselves trapped i…

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Here’s Why Talking Can Help Alleviate Teen Stress

One in seven parents admit they don’t always believe their teenagers when they claim to be stressed. Parents need to talk more to their teenage children if they are to help them avoid stress and mental ailments which is becoming increasingly prevalent in today’s highly digitalised and instant gratif…