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These classes are fit for little athletes
From swimming pools and dance studios to horses and golf courses, here’s our guide to finding a sport to suit your child Whether it’s a team or individual discipline, there’s no doubt that playing sports has multiple benefits for children. …
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This is how students are helping to save the planet
As UAE youth are recognised for their contributions to the environment, we take a look at what’s driving our students to step up for conservation When it comes to protecting our planet, it seems that ancient philosopher Aristotle said it …
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Should you be doing more to stop using plastic?
A returning initiative is hoping to educate people about the importance of recycling plastics. The Waste Free Environment Campaign, launched by the Gulf Petrochemical and Chemical Association (GPCA), will take place for the sixth time from 18th to 22nd February. …
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Why UAE oceans are ranked the best in the GCC
The nation is a regional leader in terms of its overall marine environment health, according to the results of a global study. The Ocean Health Index scored the UAE 77 points out of a possible 100 for 2017, ranking it …
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These amazing women are part of the Special Olympics here
Meet the women bringing a dose of girl power to the UAE Special Olympics movement The UAE aims to create inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities throughout the UAE, the region and the world. As Abu Dhabi prepares to host …
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This amazing Olympian is a champion in and out of the pool
Follow in Michael Phelps’ wake and get involved Michael Phelps joined forces with Special Olympics to raise awareness and change attitudes toward people with intellectual disabilities and he wants you to get involved too. Phelps has been involved with the …
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What is the Special Olympics?
Two international sporting events are coming to Abu Dhabi. The Special Olympics MENA Games takes place from 14th-23rd March 2018 and the Special Olympics World Games takes place from the 14th-21st March 2019. So what are the events all about? The …
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Your phone camera can make you the next big thing
The search is on for the next big thing on the silver screen with a GCC-wide short film competition using smartphones. The Small Screen, Big Film competition, hosted by the British Council, is open to budding directors in the Gulf …
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This is what the future looks like for education here
With a number of national drives announced in the past year, we take a look at how they might affect education in the UAE Knowledge is power, so the adage goes – and it’s never truer than when applied to …
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