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In a story shared on his official Instagram account, Sheikh Hamdan posted a birth card revealing that he and his wife have named their newborn daughter Hind bint Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum.

As Sheikh Hamdan names fourth child Hind, here's what it means

Crown Prince revealed on social media he had welcomed the newest member of his family

UAE holidays in 2025: How to maximise days off within minimum leave

Jordan's Crown Prince Hussein pays tribute to loved ones on Mother's Day

ColumnI'm a strong independent woman until I need my mother

Ten pet-safe house plants, from a money tree to Venus flytrap

Ramadan in focus

During Ramadan, non-Muslims should be aware of sunset and mealtimes. Getty Images

A guide to Ramadan etiquette for non-Muslims

Tourists visiting the UAE during holy month can attend Ramadan markets, enjoy iftar and embrace the season. Photo: Dubai Malls

What tourists need to know about visiting the UAE during Ramadan

Alserkal Rhythm of Peace will be performed by Kuwaiti composer and vocalist Ghazi Faisal Al-Mulaifi on March 15. Photo: Alserkal Avenue

Late night things to do during Ramadan in the UAE

Rosewood Abu Dhabi has a pool but its Eid offer also comes with access to Saadiyat Beach Club. Photo: Rosewood Abu Dhabi

Eid Al Fitr 2025 staycations in the UAE, from family-friendly to beach fun

Abu Dhabi outdoor venue Saadiyat Nights is set to host Layali Ramadan this year. Photo: DCT - Abu Dhabi

Saadiyat Nights to host Layali Ramadan during the holy month

Experts reveals tips for maintaining optimal hydration during Ramadan. Clint McKoy / Unsplash

How to stay hydrated when fasting during Ramadan

Indian thalis are on offer at Mausam. Photo: Mausam

Ramadan 2025: Iftars under Dh300 in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

The Sajdah smart rug has an LED display that assists with memorising Quranic verses. Photo: Sajdah

Smart prayer rugs and tisbih rings – the must-have tech for Ramadan

During Ramadan, non-Muslims should be aware of sunset and mealtimes. Getty Images

A guide to Ramadan etiquette for non-Muslims

Tourists visiting the UAE during holy month can attend Ramadan markets, enjoy iftar and embrace the season. Photo: Dubai Malls

What tourists need to know about visiting the UAE during Ramadan

Alserkal Rhythm of Peace will be performed by Kuwaiti composer and vocalist Ghazi Faisal Al-Mulaifi on March 15. Photo: Alserkal Avenue

Late night things to do during Ramadan in the UAE

Rosewood Abu Dhabi has a pool but its Eid offer also comes with access to Saadiyat Beach Club. Photo: Rosewood Abu Dhabi

Eid Al Fitr 2025 staycations in the UAE, from family-friendly to beach fun

Abu Dhabi outdoor venue Saadiyat Nights is set to host Layali Ramadan this year. Photo: DCT - Abu Dhabi

Saadiyat Nights to host Layali Ramadan during the holy month

Experts reveals tips for maintaining optimal hydration during Ramadan. Clint McKoy / Unsplash

How to stay hydrated when fasting during Ramadan

Indian thalis are on offer at Mausam. Photo: Mausam

Ramadan 2025: Iftars under Dh300 in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

The Sajdah smart rug has an LED display that assists with memorising Quranic verses. Photo: Sajdah

Smart prayer rugs and tisbih rings – the must-have tech for Ramadan

During Ramadan, non-Muslims should be aware of sunset and mealtimes. Getty Images

A guide to Ramadan etiquette for non-Muslims

Tourists visiting the UAE during holy month can attend Ramadan markets, enjoy iftar and embrace the season. Photo: Dubai Malls

What tourists need to know about visiting the UAE during Ramadan

Features

Gaurav Gupta backstage at his latest Paris Fashion Week presentation. Photo: Gaurav Gupta

The near-fatal fire that inspired Gaurav Gupta's latest fashion collection

Indian couturier and his partner Navkirat Sodhi were nearly killed when their Delhi home was engulfed in flames last year

UAE mothers launch Ramadan doll to teach children about kindness and compassion

Diving among the wrecks of vessels sunk by the US Second World War attack Operation Hailstone in Chuuk Lagoon, Micronesia. Nic Ridley / The National

A week of deep and dark ghost fleet wreck diving in Micronesia

Why temporary guardianship is essential for parents in the UAE

The Mini Cooper S can go from 0-100kph in 6.6 seconds. Photo: Mini Cooper

Eight performance sports cars under Dh300,000 that are fast and fun

The non-Muslims fasting in solidarity with loved ones this Ramadan

One Last Thing: Zaid Farouki on his hidden talent and favourite Arabic word

Fashion shake-up as Demna moves to Gucci and Jonathan Anderson leaves Loewe

World Sleep Day: Meet the UAE sleep coaches helping adults nod off

In focus

Aman Nai Lert Bangkok is one of several new luxury hotels opening around the world in 2025. Photo: Aman

25 of the hottest hotels opening around the world in 2025

Karen Wazen has been supporting the UN refugee agency since 2018. Photo: UNHCR

Karen Wazen named newest regional goodwill ambassador for UNHCR

Amari Bacchus as Adam Bascombe, left, and Ashley Walters as his father, DI Luke Bascome, in Adolescence. Photo: Netflix

OpinionAs a mother of three boys, here's what I learned from Netflix's Adolescence

The lobby of the InterContinental Dubai in 1975. Photo: Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek

TimeframeWhen Dubai’s first five-star hotel opened in 1975

Al Diwan is Burj Al Arab's first Ramadan tent. Photo: Jumeirah Hotels

What it's like to have iftar and suhoor at Burj Al Arab's first Ramadan tent

Mother's Day celebrates mums on different dates around the world. Photo: Joshua Rodriguez / Unsplash

Why is Mother's Day celebrated on different dates around the world?

African Queen brings French flair to Dubai's J1 Beach. Photo: African Queen

African Queen review: Playful addition to Dubai's J1 serves up colourful cuisine

An Orange Card car insurance certificate is mandatory for all vehicles travelling between the UAE and Oman. Photo: Unsplash

Driving to Oman: Everything to know about making the road trip from the UAE

Aman Nai Lert Bangkok is one of several new luxury hotels opening around the world in 2025. Photo: Aman

25 of the hottest hotels opening around the world in 2025

Karen Wazen has been supporting the UN refugee agency since 2018. Photo: UNHCR

Karen Wazen named newest regional goodwill ambassador for UNHCR

Amari Bacchus as Adam Bascombe, left, and Ashley Walters as his father, DI Luke Bascome, in Adolescence. Photo: Netflix

OpinionAs a mother of three boys, here's what I learned from Netflix's Adolescence

The lobby of the InterContinental Dubai in 1975. Photo: Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek

TimeframeWhen Dubai’s first five-star hotel opened in 1975

Al Diwan is Burj Al Arab's first Ramadan tent. Photo: Jumeirah Hotels

What it's like to have iftar and suhoor at Burj Al Arab's first Ramadan tent

Mother's Day celebrates mums on different dates around the world. Photo: Joshua Rodriguez / Unsplash

Why is Mother's Day celebrated on different dates around the world?

African Queen brings French flair to Dubai's J1 Beach. Photo: African Queen

African Queen review: Playful addition to Dubai's J1 serves up colourful cuisine

An Orange Card car insurance certificate is mandatory for all vehicles travelling between the UAE and Oman. Photo: Unsplash

Driving to Oman: Everything to know about making the road trip from the UAE

Aman Nai Lert Bangkok is one of several new luxury hotels opening around the world in 2025. Photo: Aman

25 of the hottest hotels opening around the world in 2025

Karen Wazen has been supporting the UN refugee agency since 2018. Photo: UNHCR

Karen Wazen named newest regional goodwill ambassador for UNHCR

Travel

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi is adding new routes to Beirut, Lebanon and Gabala, Azerbaijan. Photo: Wizz Air

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi bets on Lebanon tourism recovery with new Beirut route

Ultra-low cost airline will start flying to Beirut three times a week in June this year

Vida Dubai Mall review: A stylish stay from Dh600 in heart of city

Driving to Oman: Everything to know about making the road trip from the UAE

Ajman Tourism embarks on UK tour to boost visitor numbers

Shangri-La Toronto hotel review: Luxury meets convenience in the heart of the city

Meet the Filipina who has travelled to all 195 countries in the world

Hotel Insider: A review of Australia's first Le Meridien hotel

Luxury magazine

Dubai-based watch entrepreneur Maximilian Busser at his M.A.D. Gallery. Photo: MB&F

On my watch: Maximilian Busser is pushing boundaries of craftsmanship

Dubai-based owner and creative director of Swiss watch brand MB&F talks about innovating and making the most of failure

Black Book: Brunello Cucinelli’s Duo bag, Dior trainers and Swarovski glasses

The near-fatal fire that inspired Gaurav Gupta's latest fashion collection

Devialet chief executive: 'AI will be in every product in the future of this company'

One Last Thing: Zaid Farouki on his hidden talent and favourite Arabic word

Fashion shake-up as Demna moves to Gucci and Jonathan Anderson leaves Loewe

Fashion shootLuxury’s March cover: Miu Miu’s nostalgic cool

Things to do

Alserkal Rhythm of Peace will be performed by Kuwaiti composer and vocalist Ghazi Faisal Al-Mulaifi on March 15. Photo: Alserkal Avenue

Late night things to do during Ramadan in the UAE

Plenty is happening during the evenings of the holy month

House of Hype: Inside Dubai Mall’s new ‘social media-ready’ theme park

Dubai Fountain to close for five months for renovation

Things to do in the UAE, from a desert retreat to thrilling police demos

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Your guide to the arts and culture scene in the UAE

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Beyond the Headlines

Beyond the Headlines

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