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Family outing: Indian flag on the Burj Khalifa

Head to Downtown Dubai to see the world's tallest tower light up in Indian colours tonight. This is corresponding to Indian Prime Minister Modi's visit to the UAE.

Catch the show at 8.15pm, 9.15pm, 10.15pm and 11.15pm on Sunday


Book your Black Panther Tickets!

The latest Marvel Studios movie, Black Panther opens this week in the UAE. Early reviews of the movie peg it as one of Marvel’s best so far. Get your tickets quick.

After you do that, here are a few spoiler-free articles that you might find interesting:

• Black Panther: Fun Facts about the movie
• Black Panther: What you need to know before watching the movie


Health: Yoga and spa time

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Sofitel the Palm Dubai has launched a new Saturday morning offer to really spur on the ‘New Year, New You’ efforts of Dubai-dwellers and hotel guests alike. Visitors can access their spa facilities as well as the gym and partake in a peaceful yet challenging yoga class on the beach and top things off with a nutritious breakfast. The 9.30am yoga class will be led by Diggy, who is an expert in yoga and will take place on the property’s 500 meter, pristine, white sand beach for an hour before breakfast is served in Olivier’s lobby lounge.

Location Sofitel the Palm Cost Dh190 per person including a yoga class and access to the spa from 9am to 12pm Timings Every Saturday from 9am to 12pm Contact 044555433


Party: Istanbul Nights at Azure

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This month, Azure Beach embraces the cultural crossroads of Turkey and launches the “Rixos Premium Dubai Istanbul Nights”, a new bi-weekly celebration of music, drinks, and food packed with entertainment, pop-up bars and poolside refreshment. From Izmir to Istanbul, Çorum to Çorlu, and Ankara to Azure Beach,

Location Rixos Premium JBR Cost Dh295 per person including all food items Beverages are á la carte (not included in the above price) Timings Thursday, February 15 from 7pm


Sports: Rugby 6 Nations showing

Experience the warm ambiance of the rustic Scottish watering hole “The Docks” at the Ramada Jumeirah Hotel. Their friendly team welcomes you to enjoy a wide mix of Scottish beverages, exciting theme nights during the week, live sports coverage on 65” LCD screens on match days, all in a relaxed and cozy atmosphere, all served with a smile by professional and cheery staff.  Don’t miss out on this popular “neighbourhood hangout” to enjoy the buy-1-get-1 offer during Happy Hour from 5pm to 7pm on weekdays.

Location Ramada Jumeirah Hotel Cost Free entry Timings Daily from 3pm to 2am Contact 04 7027050


Food: There’s a new breakfast in town

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What could be better than a hearty breakfast to kick start your day? Situated in Jumeirah Beach Residence, the city’s latest BBQ hotspot, Mighty Quinn’s unveils an all-new breakfast menu. With traditional breakfast staples, prepared with a unique twist. Start your day with a feast.

Location Jumeirah Beach Residence Cost various Timings Breakfast available from 9am to 12pm Contact 04 3801888


Party: Mardi Gras

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In New Orleans every day is a celebration, but they take Mardi Gras to another level. Nola will be bringing that magical spirit all night with funky live Jazz, special cocktails and a special makeup artist on hand to give you some pizzazz.  Ladies receive 4 complimentary beverages and 50 per cent off food bill.

Location Nola JLT Cluster P Cost various Timings Tuesday February 13 from 6pm onwards 


Art: Al Serkal Lates

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Check out Al Serkal for their first edition of Alserkal Lates of 2018. It's when their galleries and creative concepts stay open a little longer, so visitors can spend the evening taking in art and exploring the Avenue.

Location Al Serkal Avenue Cost Free Entry Timings Monday February 16 from 6pm to 9pm 


Lunch: A bites, bowls and bao business lunch

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BB Social Dining is a Dubai home grown restaurant and their approach to Eastern food has been my favourite in Dubai by far. Their new lunch menu delivers the perfect meal served within 45 minutes, ideal for grabbing a delicious and fresh bite with colleagues or friends. The food is fantastic, the service is great and the setting is  with polished but light-hearted service, in a wonderfully contemporary setting. The lunch menu can be tailored to indulge or you can keep it healthy, with their vegan and low carb options.

You can choose from three different types of B’s. A bite, a bao and a bowl. The lunch menu lets you choose 3 B’s, 2 B’s, or a combination of two Bao’s and a bowl.

Location Gate Village 8, DIFC, Dubai Cost 3B’s for Dh100 or 2B’s for Dh80 Timings Lunch is served daily from 12pm to 3.30pm


Movie: Aiyaary

Release Date: 15 February 2018
Starring: Sidharth Malhotra ,Manoj Bajpayee, Anupam Kher, Rakul Preet Singh and Naseeruddin Shah.
Language: Hindi


Movie: Early Man

Release Date: 15 February 2018
Starring: Maisie Williams, Tom Hiddleston and Eddie Redmayne
Language: English