From modest black-box studios in Al Fahidi to world-class stages at Dubai Opera, the directors, designers and producers reshaping the emirate's performing arts landscape reveal what it takes to nurture culture in a young city.
With temperatures soaring and the season entering its decisive phase, the emirate's running, cycling and triathlon communities prepare for a gripping finale across iconic venues.
As the emirate races toward net-zero targets, experts warn that ambitious clean tech projects risk repeating old mistakes in worker welfare, resource extraction, and financial equity.
From emerging designer hubs in Al Fahidi to sustainable ateliers across the Emirates, here's where to experience the city's most dynamic creative spaces this season.
From Sheikh Mohammed's blueprint to the artists and curators who made it real, the architects of Dubai's creative identity reveal how a desert city became a global cultural crossroads.
A new generation of local and regional artists is claiming urban walls across Al Fahidi and Dubai Design District, challenging the emirate's glossy aesthetic with raw authenticity.
As the Emirati powerhouse splashes record spending ahead of the 2026-27 season, questions mount about whether star acquisitions can translate to continental success.
Three decades of transformation have turned a modest trade fair tradition into a cultural juggernaut that draws millions and defines the city's identity.
As the city positions itself as a global fintech and AI hub, its unique regulatory framework and cross-border data challenges are reshaping how the world thinks about digital security.
As venture capital floods the Emirates, founders and investors are grappling with questions about sustainability, accountability, and who truly benefits from the region's booming tech ecosystem.
The Al Wasl-based team's dominance in regional and international competitions is reshaping how the fitness community views competitive training in the UAE.
Local residents share how mindfulness practices and peer support networks transformed their mental wellness in one of the world's fastest-paced cities.
By Dubai Wellness Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
