What Others are Doing Norwegian researchers are trying to develop an underwater hydroelectric power plant that would store electricity under the sea. Learn more about this technology from Science Daily. What You Can Do Sometimes choosing the greener option can seem more expensive, like buying pricey all-natural cleaners or organic food. But you can actually [...]
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This Weeks Appetite
Public Cafe Public Café is a lovely, airy café with outdoor seating available on the balcony. The menu hints at the owners’ Greek heritage. Guests are welcome to relax and play a game of backgammon or work on their laptops. Tel. (04 451 9670). Open Saturday – Thursday, 8 am – 7 pm. Travel: Jumeirah [...]
Virtue Guide This Week
Treat Yourself Al Das Medical Clinic – Vitamin D Testing If you feel tired and sluggish all the time, it could be due to a deficiency of Vitamin D. A simply blood test will tell you whether this is the culprit. Al Das Medical Clinic is offering this service at a 30% discount this month. [...]
Aesthetic Event Guide This Week
March 18 – May 18, 2013: Showcase Gallery presents Reconnect. This is a solo exhibition by Hendrik Stroebel. May 15 – 24, 2013: The jamjar presents Me, Myself, and Art. This group exhibition features works by Aryana Gandhi, Emma Walsh, Ellie Shirazian, Urvi Seth, Mantika Harish, Jana Charchar, Tamara Anabtawiand Noor Zakaria. March 12 – [...]
Sustainable Living This Week
What Others are Doing Metallurgists at University of Utah have found a way to create solar cell material using a microwave. This method is inexpensive and uses abundant materials. What You Can Do You can be kinder to the Earth by cutting down on your water consumption, and you don’t have to stop showering to [...]
This Weeks Appetite
Memsaab Memsaab is a tiny, yet beautifully decorated space. The food is hearty, delicious, and affordable. The servers are knowledgeable and quick. For authentic Indian food, Memsaab is definitely worth a visit. Tel. (04 442 9816). Open daily, 11 am – 11 pm. Travel: J2 Tower, Cluster J. Dhs 200 – 350.
Virtue Guide This Week
Treat Yourself 800 Doctor If you thought the days of house calls were over, think again. When you contact 800 Doctor, they will send a physician to your home within one hour. Obviously, this is not for life-threatening emergencies. Volunteer Smiles N Stuff Bazaar You can assist the Al Noor Training Centre for Children with [...]
Aesthetic Event Guide This Week
April 27 — May 11, 2013: The Venue Downtown Dubai presents The Little Black Jacket. This exhibition features photographs by Karl Lagerfeld. March 13 — May 13, 2013: Sharjah Biennial 11 presents Shimabuku’s Boat Trip. This exhibition by Japanese artist Shimabuku includes a boat ride across Sharjah Creek. April 24 – May 11, 2013: Pro [...]
Virtue Guide This Week
Treat Yourself Softouch Spa — Elakkizhi For an alternative to the typical Swedish massage or hot stone massage, try Elakkizhi. This method uses warm roasted leaf bags and ayurvedic oils during a full body massage to relax your muscles and improve your muscles. An Indian head massage is included. Volunteer Great Danes in Dubai is [...]
Sustainable Living This Week
What Others are Doing Scientists at Stanford and the US Department of Energy have developed an inexpensive battery with a long lifespan that could improve access to solar and wind energy for electricity. It is a promising development in the shift toward accessible alternative energy. What You Can Do Your AC will be working hard [...]
