Derek Issacs

A Brit in the Middle East for 25 years and counting, Derek loves scouring the streets for those under-the-radar cultural gems. And when he’s not putting Yalla – Abu Dhabi magazine to bed, you’ll find him working out at the gym.
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EDUCATION: How parents can foster early reading skills at home

Explore these effective strategies that work

5 MINUTES WITH: Entrepreneur Diva Vasudev, Co-Founder of Varak

Find out what myth Diva busts about setting up a business in Dubai

UAE WEATHER: How to keep your home safe with these rainy weather tips

Find out all the tips to keep your home safe in the adverse weather conditions in the UAE

UAE students get a chance to control space robot on ISS!

How to get involved in the 5th Cycle of the Kibo Robot Programming Challenge

BUS NEWS: Dubai-Abu Dhabi inter-city bus services resume after record-breaking storm

The services were temporarily closed due to the worst storm to hit the UAE in 75 years

5 MINUTES WITH: Hollie Briant, business owner who’s lived here for almost 10 years

Hollie reveals why she’s so excited about a forthcoming, lifechanging event

ROAD NEWS: This major Abu Dhabi-Dubai highway finally reopens

The northbound carriageway of the E311, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Road, remains closed

UAE WEATHER UPDATE: Heavy rainfall expected to continue next week in the UAE

Monday is expected to see light rainfall, intensifying to moderate and heavy rain on Tuesday

5 MINUTES WITH: Sarah Lindsay, Cofounder of ROAR Fitness in Dubai

The former junior British champion speed skater reveals why she loves Dubai so much

REVIEW: Explore luxurious Mediterranean vibes in Dubai

Soak up cool vibes at this stunning beach front hotel on Bluewaters Island

5 MINUTES WITH: Emirati Qadreya Al Awadhi, the woman behind the successful Bumblebee brand

Qadreya argues that Dubai is truly the land of opportunity

EID AL FITR 2024: Predicted Dates Announced by UAE Astronomer

Get the latest predictions from the UAE Astronomer.

RAMADAN 2024: All the permit rules for serving food during Ramadan in Sharjah

Daytime permits to cost AED 3,000; permit to display snacks in front of eateries just before Iftar will cost AED 500

5 MINUTES WITH: Mohamed Abdullateef, known as Lateef, a local basketball star

Meet Emirati and burger, finance and sporting guru, Lateef!

5 MINUTES WITH: Sulin Sugathan, who was born and raised here in the UAE

Living here has given Sulin a unique perspective on business and technology

5 MINUTES WITH: Hayley Alexander, a London writer living in Dubai

Hayley as an expat has been warmly welcomed to embrace Emirati traditions and cuisines

5 MINUTES WITH: Sonal B. Chhibber, an award-wining author, editor, journalist in Dubai

Sonal moved to Dubai from Delhi as an expat mother of three kids

UAE National Youth Orchestra performs live at Dubai Opera

Celebrate Spring with the UAE National Youth Orchestra: a musical extravaganza at Dubai Opera

New Sharjah-Muscat bus service enhances UAE-Oman connectivity

Two buses depart from each city at 6.30 am and 4pm

Swiss International School Dubai Students thank construction workers

Fruitful community initiative brings pupils and workers together in a heartwarming gesture of gratitude.

Unveiling Sharjah’s Architectural Beauty: A captivating photography exhibition

Showcases a fusion of beauty and heritage through various architectural styles

There’s a free Valentine’s pet fest coming to Dubai

Paws & Play Festival: Love Fur-ever Celebration!

Dubai students transform waste in Merex Investment’s Sustainability Initiative

Students from Innoventures Education take the lead in crafting installations from waste like fabric, plastic and glass

Here’s your chance to meet a Manchester United player in Dubai

Check in for an intimate fireside chat, live Q&A, and some awesome photo ops