We discuss compatibility in relationships in our Psychology Hour with Human Relations Institute and Clinic’s Dr Thoraiya Kanafani, including the black cat and golden retriever theory


We’re inundated with questions about headaches and migraines as we’re joined live in the studio by Neurologist Dr Mohammad Aghil Ghatali from Mubadala Health Dubai 


About 1.6 million children in England missed a day of school once a fortnight in 2023 according to figures from the UK’s Department of Education so we reach out to sleep expert Kerry Davies to find out how to improve children's sleep patterns


And continuing our summer camp roundup, it’s goodbye stage fright with the Courtyard Playhouse.

We discuss compatibility in relationships in our Psychology Hour with Human Relations Institute and Clinic’s Dr Thoraiya Kanafani, including the black cat and golden retriever theory
 We’re inundated with questions about headaches and migraines as we’re joined live in the studio by Neurologist Dr Mohammad Aghil Ghatali from Mubadala Health Dubai 
 About 1.6 million children in England missed a day of school once a fortnight in 2023 according to figures from the UK’s Department of Education so we reach out to sleep expert Kerry Davies to find out how to improve children's sleep patterns
 And continuing our summer camp roundup, it’s goodbye stage fright with the Courtyard Playhouse.

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What are the challenges of organic farming here in the UAE? Jason Moore, Co-Founder LocoFood UAE, an organic farm based here in the UAE, explains the difficulties growing vegetables in such a hot and unforgiving climate.

And, how does Dubai’s restaurant scene keep going over the off-season? Akshil Patel, Owner and CEO of Salvaje – a Japanese fusion restaurant – explains how they cope with the quieter season, and how their menu concept of ‘Latin America meets Japan’ keeps things exciting.

We find out how to be food safe when eating abroad this summer – what to avoid when eating out, some of the pitfalls and the dangers of reheating and eating, plus how we can all eat more sustainably.

And, we take a look at some of the current food trends with food writer Dan Fahey - the meal plan craze is here and it’s here to stay, so have we given up cooking for good? 

What are the challenges of organic farming here in the UAE? Jason Moore, Co-Founder LocoFood UAE, an organic farm based here in the UAE, explains the difficulties growing vegetables in such a hot and unforgiving climate.
And, how does Dubai’s restaurant scene keep going over the off-season? Akshil Patel, Owner and CEO of Salvaje – a Japanese fusion restaurant – explains how they cope with the quieter season, and how their menu concept of ‘Latin America meets Japan’ keeps things exciting.
We find out how to be food safe when eating abroad this summer – what to avoid when eating out, some of the pitfalls and the dangers of reheating and eating, plus how we can all eat more sustainably.
And, we take a look at some of the current food trends with food writer Dan Fahey - the meal plan craze is here and it’s here to stay, so have we given up cooking for good?

How to be safe when eating abroad this summer

While some may be elated that they've secured the grades they had hoped for, others may be disappointed. But what options are available to those who just missed out on their target grades? Simon Crane, headmaster at Brighton College Dubai has some helpful advice.

And how is the UAE transforming youth employment? Dr Sonia Ben Jaafar, CEO, Abdullah Al Ghurair Foundation explains.

Plus, what's life coaching and how can it help you reach your goals? Life coach Anne Jackson explains how coaching can guide you to success.

And, could limes help your baby sleep? A Tik Tok trend that sees sleep deprived parents putting limes next to their babies in a desperate attempt to make them sleep has gone viral - but is there any science behind it?

While some may be elated that they've secured the grades they had hoped for, others may be disappointed. But what options are available to those who just missed out on their target grades? Simon Crane, headmaster at Brighton College Dubai has some helpful advice.
And how is the UAE transforming youth employment? Dr Sonia Ben Jaafar, CEO, Abdullah Al Ghurair Foundation explains.
Plus, what's life coaching and how can it help you reach your goals? Life coach Anne Jackson explains how coaching can guide you to success.
And, could limes help your baby sleep? A Tik Tok trend that sees sleep deprived parents putting limes next to their babies in a desperate attempt to make them sleep has gone viral - but is there any science behind it?

A Level results day: what do you do if you didn't get the results you wanted?

What's the importance of early detection when it comes to preventing complications in diabetes and how can we understand the early warning signs? Ali Hashemi, co-founder GluCare Integrated Diabetes Center explains.

And, are you suffering from cabin fever in Dubai this summer? Holistic health coach, Sarmistha Mitra, has some much needed advice when it comes to feelings of loneliness and restlessness.

Plus, what's the link between cholesterol and dementia? Dr Tareq Qassem of Maudsley Health has the answers and takes your questions on your dementia related concerns.

And could your back pain be due to stress? Chandrika Manji, Reflexologist, explains how repressed stress can manifest itself in the body and what you can do about it.  

What's the importance of early detection when it comes to preventing complications in diabetes and how can we understand the early warning signs? Ali Hashemi, co-founder GluCare Integrated Diabetes Center explains.
And, are you suffering from cabin fever in Dubai this summer? Holistic health coach, Sarmistha Mitra, has some much needed advice when it comes to feelings of loneliness and restlessness.
Plus, what's the link between cholesterol and dementia? Dr Tareq Qassem of Maudsley Health has the answers and takes your questions on your dementia related concerns.
And could your back pain be due to stress? Chandrika Manji, Reflexologist, explains how repressed stress can manifest itself in the body and what you can do about it.

Do opposites really attract?

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