From the Mexican restaurant prizing authenticity to a sneaker/snack crossover, Helen meets the foodies changing the scene in Dubai this week. Plus, we go behind the scenes at Expo Dubai’s festive season, pop backstage with Magic Phil, and chat festive films and new releases with William Mullally.

From the Mexican restaurant prizing authenticity to a sneaker/snack crossover, Helen meets the foodies changing the scene in Dubai this week. Plus, we go behind the scenes at Expo Dubai&rsquo;s festive season, pop backstage with Magic Phil, and chat festive films and new releases with William Mullally.

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Food, fun and festive films

What do children really want to be when they grow up? We explore why more young people are looking at careers in IT and cybersecurity, with insights from a cybersecurity lecturer at De Montfort University Dubai. 

Career counsellor Maria V explains why parents need to help children understand the world of work without pushing them into paths they don’t want. 


And Tyler Edmonds from the School of Popular Music shares how guitar, singing and performance can build confidence, creativity and self-expression in kids.

What do children really want to be when they grow up? We explore why more young people are looking at careers in IT and cybersecurity, with insights from a cybersecurity lecturer at De Montfort University Dubai.&nbsp; Career counsellor Maria V explains why parents need to help children understand the world of work without pushing them into paths they don&rsquo;t want.&nbsp;
 And Tyler Edmonds from the School of Popular Music shares how guitar, singing and performance can build confidence, creativity and self-expression in kids.

Future careers for our kids 

This spring, take a deep breath—literally! Explore proper breathing techniques and pulmonary care;

Celebrate World HR Day by prioritizing workplace well-being;

Navigate the challenges of UAE work insurance and rising healthcare costs;

And refresh your life with a spring wardrobe declutter.

Plus, taking you to Terra at Expo City Dubai to literally “Know Your Roots”.

Health, work, finances, and style—time to reset it all.

This spring, take a deep breath&mdash;literally! Explore proper breathing techniques and pulmonary care;
Celebrate World HR Day by prioritizing workplace well-being;
Navigate the challenges of UAE work insurance and rising healthcare costs;
And refresh your life with a spring wardrobe declutter.
Plus, taking you to Terra at Expo City Dubai to literally &ldquo;Know Your Roots&rdquo;.
Health, work, finances, and style&mdash;time to reset it all.

Breathe better, live better!

Experts say GLP-1 injections are one option to treat obesity among children, as explained by Dr. Reham Ghanim, Pediatric Endocrinologist at Metabolic.

Scientists at New York University Abu Dhabi have also discovered a protein that could further explain why some people gain weight more easily than others.

And what is the secret to a lasting marriage? Dr. Sarah Rasmi of Thrive Wellbeing Centre says it may actually be a lot simpler than you think.

Experts say GLP-1 injections are one option to treat obesity among children, as explained by Dr. Reham Ghanim, Pediatric Endocrinologist at Metabolic.
Scientists at New York University Abu Dhabi have also discovered a protein that could further explain why some people gain weight more easily than others.
And what is the secret to a lasting marriage? Dr. Sarah Rasmi of Thrive Wellbeing Centre says it may actually be a lot simpler than you think.

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