Make plans to attend the opening of the exhibition Movember Moments featuring pictures taken by the Dubai artist Nadine Kanso of men with fabulous mustaches, including the luxury brand consultant Ayman Fakoussa and the branding consultant Khatchig Mikaelian (both pictured). November 11, 7pm-1am, Iris, The Oberoi Hotel, Business Bay, Dubai, 056 951 1442, www.irisdubai.com
Sport a Movember moustache and become a MoBro at Gourmet Burger Kitchen for chances to win a weekly draw for a meal for two. Just dine in during the month and the store manager will pick MoBros and award a burger on the house. MoSistas can join in by taking a selfie using in-store props to tag online for chances to win. 11am-11pm, Dubai Marina Mall, DIFC and City Centre Mirdif, Dubai, 800 287437, www.facebook.com/GBK.MENA
Register now to take part in the Baby Bootie Camp prenatal workshop at Physique 57. The low-impact and focused workout features postures and movements that will help prepare mums for labour and delivery. A Q&A with the workshop leader, Alicia Weihl, will follow. November 15, Dubai, register at 04 344 8757, www.physique57.com
Sign up your children for Karate for Kids, a class that will encourage them to develop fitness, confidence and gentle discipline as well as respect, harmony, cooperation and mind-body coordination. 4-5pm for ages 3-6; 5-6pm for ages 7-12, Dh75 per session, The Archive, Safa Park, Dubai, register at claire@wildzen.me
Attend the workshop Islamic Geometric Design With Fabric Paint for Adults. Participants will learn how to draw Islamic geometric motifs and paint their designs on fabric. Bring a cotton garment such as a bag or clothing. Loose fabric will be provided along with all the paints. Today, 5.30-7pm, Dh30, Maraya Art Centre, Al Qasba, Block E, First Floor, Sharjah, register at 06 556 6555, www.maraya.ae
Compiled by Ellen Fortini
listings@thenational.ae
Dr Afridi's warning signs of digital addiction
Spending an excessive amount of time on the phone.
Neglecting personal, social, or academic responsibilities.
Losing interest in other activities or hobbies that were once enjoyed.
Having withdrawal symptoms like feeling anxious, restless, or upset when the technology is not available.
Experiencing sleep disturbances or changes in sleep patterns.
What are the guidelines?
Under 18 months: Avoid screen time altogether, except for video chatting with family.
Aged 18-24 months: If screens are introduced, it should be high-quality content watched with a caregiver to help the child understand what they are seeing.
Aged 2-5 years: Limit to one-hour per day of high-quality programming, with co-viewing whenever possible.
Aged 6-12 years: Set consistent limits on screen time to ensure it does not interfere with sleep, physical activity, or social interactions.
Teenagers: Encourage a balanced approach – screens should not replace sleep, exercise, or face-to-face socialisation.
Source: American Paediatric Association
Europe’s rearming plan
- Suspend strict budget rules to allow member countries to step up defence spending
- Create new "instrument" providing €150 billion of loans to member countries for defence investment
- Use the existing EU budget to direct more funds towards defence-related investment
- Engage the bloc's European Investment Bank to drop limits on lending to defence firms
- Create a savings and investments union to help companies access capital
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Founders: Iheb Triki and Mohamed Ali Abid
Based: Tunisia
Sector: Water technology
Number of staff: 22
Investment raised: $4 million
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The five pillars of Islam
1. Fasting
2. Prayer
3. Hajj
4. Shahada
5. Zakat
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