We’ve all fallen for the power of the ‘little treat’, so much so that it’s become a retail strategy, a subject of economic studies, even a BBC headline. But you can't deny the attraction, small, stunning items that bring a little luxury and a little smile

It's almost impossible to feel content. With the highlights of someone's life constantly across our screens, from unboxings on Instagram, a day in the life on TikTok and the career achievements on LinkedIn, we cannot escape someone else's success pushed down our throats

There’s something profoundly grounding about growing plants. It’s one of those gentle acts that anchor you when life feels too much. It doesn't really matter if it's too fast, too mediocre, too stressful, too sad, you wake up, make your coffee, check the leaves.

Not every day should be exciting. There’s a particular kind of calm in the ordinary. It arrives once the day slows down, when the messages stop, the light softens, and the world feels still for the night.

As much as we love Dubai, sometimes we need a break from the hustle with a change of scenery. A day trip in Fujairah lets you reset your energy and your mind without too much travel time.

There are cocktails that suit a season, a perfect crisp Aperol Spritz on a summer afternoon, and there are cocktails that feel like they can fit anytime. The espresso martini is the latter.

A quick-fire weekly curation of what’s worth knowing in Dubai and beyond right now. Less than 10 discoveries, no fluff, just the best.

In three days, you can touch both sides of Dubai, the places we actually keep for ourselves and the unapologetic luxury that the city does better than anywhere else.

There's nothing quite like a perfect croissant on a Sunday morning, accompanied by an espresso or a french press, alongside something to read or your favourite person to share it with.