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Gemma White is a contributor for The National working across a range of topics for the Arts & Culture and Lifestyle departments. She moved to the UAE in 2005, and has worked as an editor for the past 10 years, including for Ahlan!, Scene and OK! Middle East. Her writing has appeared in Time Out, Grazia, Gulf News, Khaleej Times, Cosmopolitan, Emirates Woman, Vogue Arabia, and more.
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The over-optimisation trend is often enabled by social media and tracking devices. Getty Images
Is the optimisation mindset dangerous or a driving force?

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WellbeingJune 24, 2026
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Poor posture has mental and physical consequences: Here's how to fix it

Correct posture isn’t one-stance-fits-all, but there are plenty of small adjustments and exercises that can help you feel better aligned in mind and body

LifestyleJune 22, 2026
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Don't hurry, be happy: Why a slow dopamine hit trumps instant gratification

Experts recommend activities where the reward is earned as an antidote to quick hormone spikes from social media or fast food

WellbeingJune 14, 2026
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What Toy Story 5 teaches about balancing technology and traditional play

Latest film in the popular franchise addresses screen time and effects of tech on childhood friendships

LifestyleJune 12, 2026
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Messinia captures the myth and magic of Greece without the tourist mayhem

Roam ancient ruins, wander through misty olive groves and enjoy the warmth of the Ionian, only a few hours from Athens

TravelJune 08, 2026
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Why women are dominating endurance running – and beating men

From record-breaking ultramarathons to gruelling desert races, female runners in the UAE say the sport offers far more than fitness – combining resilience, adventure and mental escape

WellbeingMay 29, 2026
Robin Uthappa moved to Dubai in 2023, initially staying in Dubailand before moving to a three-storey villa in Al Barsha. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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Robin Uthappa on family life, moving to Dubai and his mental health journey

The former IPL star shares the cricketing and life lessons he is bringing to corporate coaching

LifestyleMay 26, 2026
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Follow anonymous artist Banksy's street art trail on your next holiday

Make an artistic detour or plan a holiday around murals and sculptures by the anonymous British guerrilla artist

TravelMay 21, 2026
A year-round activity in UAE mountains and wadis, hiking calls for knowing and respecting the terrain. Alamy
Responsible UAE hiking: 'Any trail is a challenge when people are not prepared'

From respecting wildlife to clocking signs of heat exhaustion, hikers must understand and navigate risks when in remote locations

LifestyleMay 14, 2026
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UAE staycation deals for May and June, including Eid Al Adha

Offers include free children's meals, complimentary theme park and museum access and discount spa treatments

TravelMay 07, 2026
Even brief bursts of movement can lift your mood. Getty Images
10 science-backed ways to boost your mood in minutes

Dancing, a quick chat and time outdoors can help you achieve a more positive mindset

WellbeingMay 03, 2026
Salons and spas across the UAE offer treatments even for the time-poor. Getty Images
Self-care on a time budget: Treatments from one minute to one hour

From a 60-second icy plunge to a 60-minute sound healing session, and plenty in between

LifestyleApril 30, 2026
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The next health boom after Ozempic? Inside the world of self-injectable pens

As GLP-1 drugs make home-administered jabs commonplace, others in the wellness space are adopting the method

WellbeingApril 27, 2026
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The joys of cross-cultural friendship: ‘It broadens your world massively’

Five UAE residents reflect on how their relationships with people from different nationalities and cultures help them grow

LifestyleApril 19, 2026
Rib-eye steak with padron peppers. Photo: Carine
Restaurant of the weekWhy chef Izu Ani’s Carine still delivers after eight years

From romantic dinners to lively gatherings, Emirates Golf Club spot offers a menu that balances comfort with creativity

FoodApril 17, 2026
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