What Others are Doing Scientists have discovered a way to sterilize water and medical equipment using LED lights. The ultraviolet lights affect the reproductive properties of bacteria. This is a green alternative to the UV light that is traditionally supplied by mercury lamps, which can be harmful to the environment. What You Can Do Most [...]
Archive | April, 2011
This Week’s Appetite
Abshar offers delicious, authentic Iranian food in a unique setting on Jumeirah Beach Road. It is housed in a villa amongst spas and shops, and decorated in a fun, quirky manner. There is also a sweet shop featuring fabulous Persian desserts. Abshar Tel: 04 394 0950. Taxi: Jumeirah Road. Open 1pm-midnight daily. Credit cards accepted: [...]
Virtue Guide This Week
Treat Yourself Visit Bodylines, the fitness center at Media Rotana, for a relaxing Hawaiian/Japanese massage that combines shiatsu and lomi-lomi techniques. This low-key spa is unintimidating, and the massage is effective and relaxing. Volunteer Join volunteers from Colour 4 a Cause this month and help them improve the [...]
Intellect Event Guide This Week
May 1 – 12, 2011: Learn how to apply management and supervisory skills by attending “Senior Management Program: A Mini MBA.” This course will arm you with new skills and help you to identify your own strengths and weaknesses as a manager. May 1 – 5, 2011: Learn how to keep [...]
Aesthetic Event Guide This Week
April 27 – June 16, 2011: The Third Line presents “Cairo Dreams 2011.” This is an exhibit of ink drawings and aluminum sculptures by artist Susan Hefuna. These geometric works explore the differences among cultures. April 27 – June 16, 2011: The Third Line presents “Knowhere.” This exhibit is a [...]
Sustainable Living This Week
What Others are Doing Scientists at the American Chemical Society’s annual conference have announced the creation of the first artificial leaf. Calling this the Holy Grail of scientists, they claim that this could become an inexpensive way to generate solar power and turn homes in developing countries into individual power stations. What You [...]
This Week’s Appetite
Al Khaima Enjoy Easter brunch at Al Khaima. They offer Arabic style dishes, and the Easter brunch will feature a variety of mezza, a lamb shank for the main course, and dessert. Family Brunch at Al Khaima, Tel. 04 316 5550. Taxi: Al Sufouh Road. Open 10 am – 6 pm, 8 pm – 1 am. [...]
Virtue Guide This Week
Treat Yourself Discover the transforming power of water by visiting the flotation pool at Talise Spa. The flotation pool is a salt pool, and a 30 minute soak in it is said to be equivalent to eight hours of sleep. The relaxing lighting and aromatherapy will transport you. Volunteer Feline Friends rescues stray [...]
Intellect Event Guide This Week
April 24 – 27, 2011: Learn skill necessary to help you evaluate the real estate market by attending “Certificate in Real Estate Modelling.” You’ll discover important elements in identifying risks and opportunities in real estate. May 1 – 2, 2011: Get comfortable with current labor laws by attending “Current Trends in [...]
Aesthetic Event Guide This Week
April 11 – 23, 2011: The Madinat Theatre presents the classic Rodgers & Hammerstein musical, “The Sound of Music.” The Sound of Music is one of the most popular and loved musicals in history. Catch one of the last performances before it’s gone. April 18 – May 18, 2011: Showcase Gallery [...]
