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Damascus has festive markets and a Christian Quarter, one of the oldest districts in Syria's capital. AFP

How Christmas is celebrated across the Middle East

From parish-led celebrations to family feasts, Arab world has its own festive traditions

A Hangeul lover’s guide to South Korea

Why Prada is betting on craftsmanship: Inside the Scandicci leather atelier

Fashion & Beauty

The many flavours of an Indian Christmas tell stories of migration and memory

Ozempic for animals: UAE vets have their say as trial gets under way

In focus

Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah temporarily closed after UAE storms
Annual leave and activity spreadsheets: How parents are handling winter break
TimeframeHow Skydive Dubai became part of the city's skyline
Restaurant of the weekWhy Billionaire Dubai is still bang on the money
Thousands of Geely Emgrand sedans recalled in UAE
Global Village and Ain Dubai close due to 'unstable weather'
Things to do when it rains in Abu Dhabi, from visiting museums to indoor theme parks
Things to do when it's raining in Dubai

Features

A growing number of Indian couples are selling tickets to their weddings, giving foreigners a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the culture. Photo: Join My Wedding

The rise of ticketed Indian weddings and the tourists paying to be part of them

As the events grow ever more elaborate, a new market has been identified: gatecrashers who want a slice of the celebrations without knowing the bride or groom

Japanese restaurant grows from tiny Dubai gem to sprawling Abu Dhabi hotspot

Tunisia blends North African culture with Mediterranean beauty. Noelle Guirola / Unsplash

The top 13 travel destinations for UAE residents in 2026

And just like that, Sarah Jessica Parker is in the UAE

YouTube is working with medical professionals to create reliable medical content. Getty Images

YouTube expands its health push in the UAE by putting doctors in front of the camera

Twenty hotels opening in the Gulf in 2026

The top Christmas markets and festive events in Abu Dhabi and Dubai for 2025

Inside the luxury experiences at Abu Dhabi Formula One

InterviewGordon Ramsay on reviving the beef Wellington and thriving in the UAE

Footballer Cristiano Ronaldo and model Georgina Rodriguez have bought two villas at seashell-inspired Nujuma in Saudi Arabia. Photo: Ritz-Carlton

Ronaldo hits two goals with one investment at Nujuma in Saudi Arabia's Red Sea

Located 26km from Saudi mainland, the destination offers secluded luxury with eco-friendly focus

A Hangeul lover’s guide to South Korea

Review: A luxurious vertical escape at Mandarin Oritantal Downtown, Dubai

The top 13 travel destinations for UAE residents in 2026

Twenty hotels opening in the Gulf in 2026

Wynn Al Marjan Island's extensive art collection includes a triceratops skull

Hotel of the week A taste of the Vegas glamour that’s coming to Ras Al Khaimah

TN Magazine

Single-breasted cotton canvas coat; leather belt; Galleria leather bag; Robot Saffiano leather key ring charm; and leather pumps, all from Prada. All photos: Ben Cope for TN Magazine

Cover storySarah Taibah is trying to live in the moment

A year of personal and creative upheaval forced the Saudi creative to stop, reset and rethink

Why the Gulf has become central to Swizz Beatz’s creative vision

Music & On-stage

Why Prada is betting on craftsmanship: Inside the Scandicci leather atelier

Fashion & Beauty

How the fountain pen is rewriting its fate

Winter watches: Four designs that settle naturally into the season’s palette

Japanese restaurant grows from tiny Dubai gem to sprawling Abu Dhabi hotspot

December physical media gift guide: Blu-ray, vinyl, art books and more

Things to do

Open-air park Global Village is closed on December 18. Pawan Singh / The National

Global Village and Ain Dubai close due to 'unstable weather'

Authorities have urged public to be vigilant as heavy rain, high winds and thunderstorms forecast to sweep across UAE

Things to do when it rains in Abu Dhabi, from visiting museums to indoor theme parks

Things to do when it's raining in Dubai

The top Christmas markets and festive events in Abu Dhabi and Dubai for 2025

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