The Sandy Times

Unlocking Better Sleep: Your Guide To Natural Insomnia Remedies

Understanding insomnia and ways to overcome it

by Sana Bun

31 Mar 2025

Heritage

People

'She Didn’t Have Time To Be Scared.' What Does It Mean To Be a Mom?

Stories of two Arab moms who raised big families against all odds

by Alexandra Mansilla

21 Mar 2025

Music

People

DJing As a Profession: Is It Finally Taken Seriously?

And why do DJs always have to chase their money?

by Alexandra Mansilla

19 Mar 2025

Rolling the Dice On Crypto: Binance Backgammon Bridges Generations

This spring, Binance is bringing crypto to the backgammon table — because financial revolutions should be fun

by Sandy Staff

18 Mar 2025

Personal Experience: Getting Into Yoga As a Non-Spiritual Person

The story of swapping skepticism for serenity with no spiritual awakening in sight

by Sana Bun

12 Mar 2025

Animals

Getting Pet In Dubai: Your Ultimate Guide

Why the pet trend is growing, where to find one in Dubai, and key owner insights to consider before making a purchase

by Barbara Yakimchuk

11 Mar 2025

Ramadan

The Ultimate Guide To Charity During Ramadan

How charity works during Ramadan, what can be done, what are the key initiatives to watch out

by Barbara Yakimchuk

7 Mar 2025

Personal Experience: How To Stay Focused

Sometimes (well, almost always) willpower alone is not enough.

by Dara Morgan

4 Mar 2025

Surviving Jet Lag: Practical Remedies That Actually Work

Jet lag can ruin even the best-planned trip, but there are ways to bounce back quickly

by Sana Bun

3 Mar 2025

Ice Plunging — a Trend To Stay Or Just Short-Term Hype?

Exploring the benefits of ice bathing, why it is popular in Dubai, and who is embracing this wellness trend

by Barbara Yakimchuk

28 Feb 2025

'Am I Still… Me?' — Artist Hana El-Sagini On Facing Breast Cancer

How she found out, the stages she went through, and what the hardest part of it all truly was

by Alexandra Mansilla

27 Feb 2025

Your Essential Guide To Health Insurance In The UAE

The ultimate guide to health insurance the UAE, covering the most common questions in

by Barbara Yakimchuk

22 Feb 2025

What Is Tarot And Why It Became So Popular?

Exploring what tarot cards are and how we should perceive them — all backed by fresh statistics

by Barbara Yakimchuk

21 Feb 2025

Interview

The Ultimate Guide To Job Hunting And Relocation

With the help of a professional HR Lead, we address the most common questions from those searching for a job

by Barbara Yakimchuk

19 Feb 2025

Technologies

No More 'Where Are You?': Location-Tracking Apps – Good Or Bad?

Exploring the origins of location-tracking apps and the reasons behind their use

by Barbara Yakimchuk

22 Jan 2025

Remote Work Guide: Essential Rules And Best Spots

Everything you need to know as a remote worker: from key statistics to the best laptop-free spaces

by Barbara Yakimchuk

15 Jan 2025

Personal Experience: Going Dairy-Free

The column on ups and downs of sticking to dairy-free life for two years

by Sana Bun

13 Jan 2025

Mental Health

Vacation

Dophamine Dip After the Holidays: Professional And Personal View

Diving into why we feel drained after holidays and what tips help us to overcome post-vacation exhaustion

by Barbara Yakimchuk

11 Jan 2025

Mental Health

Cortisol: Our Worst Enemy Or an Ally?

Diving into the unexpected effects of cortisol and checking what we should do if it is increased

by Barbara Yakimchuk

6 Jan 2025