The Sandy Times

How To Choose Your First Record Player?

Choosing your first record player (and everything else you will need) with Kito Jempere

by Barbara Yakimchuk

10 Sept 2025

Apple Just Upgraded Our Hustle: Meet the New Gear For Creative Power Users

Apple just unveiled a suite of devices that finally keep pace with our nonstop creativity — and our temperamental Middle Eastern climate

by Sofia Brontvein

9 Sept 2025

Sport

Why Is Everyone So Obsessed With Formula 1 In 2025?

Kudos to Brad Pitt and co

by Sophie She

3 Sept 2025

Mental Health

Personal Experience: Using ChatGPT As a Personal Coach

I reached out to AI when going through personal challenges. Is it fine?

by Dara Morgan

13 Aug 2025

AI Art Tools Middle Eastern Creators Are Using In 2025

Gulf countries lead AI adoption, fostering art-tech, NFTs, and AI exhibitions, propelled by creative tech education and funding

by Iffat Nawaz

30 Jul 2025

Sport

Formula 1 2025: New Rules, McLaren Rising, Hamilton In Ferrari Red

Why is this year’s race more special than ever?

by Alexandra Mansilla

28 Jul 2025

Turns Out, ChatGPT Almost Had a Different Name

What was the original name, and why did they end up choosing ChatGPT?

by Alexandra Mansilla

7 Jul 2025

Travel

Pack Light: Tech Travel Essentials For Your Next Trip

The Sandy Times Publisher on how to become a digital detox ambassador — even if you are still working on the go

by Sofia Brontvein

27 Jun 2025

Shopping

Smart Home Gadgets Every Urban MENA Creator Should Have

Cool devices to add to your cart!

by Barbara Yakimchuk

26 Jun 2025

Health

Track Or Treat: Apple Watch Ultra 2 Vs Whoop — Choose Your Fighter

Our publisher Sofia Brontvein puts Whoop and Apple Watch Ultra 2 to the test to see which one truly understands your body (and your neuroses)

by Sofia Brontvein

19 Jun 2025

Interview

Desert Roads & German Precision: Volkswagen’s New Vision For the Gulf

The Sandy Times talks to Matthias Ziegler about Volkswagen’s evolving Middle East journey — from SUVs to cultural ties

by Sofia Brontvein

13 Jun 2025

People

The Deepfake Dilemma: How AI Is Rewriting Celebrity Reality

Scandals are spreading, reality is bending — and celebrities are caught in the crossfire. How is the world reacting to the new deepfake dilemma?

by Dara Morgan

12 Jun 2025

Health

We Are Turning To ChatGPT For Medical Advice More And More. Is That... Okay?

How and why ChatGPT turned into an essential tool when we are worried about our health

by Alexandra Mansilla

6 Jun 2025

Saudi Arabia

The Rise Of Formula 1 In Saudi Arabia: From Dream To Reality

F1's next level? Buckle up for Jeddah to Qiddiya, Saudi Arabia's F1 revolution

by Iffat Nawaz

8 May 2025

Art

Driven By Art: BMW Art Cars In Talk With Dr Thomas Girst

Prof Dr Thomas Girst about his favourite Art Car, the future of co-creation, and what stood out at Art Dubai

by Dara Morgan

7 May 2025

Health

Stay Cool In the Gulf: Best Gadgets To Beat the Summer Heat

The Gulf summer's brutal heat and humidity demand smart solutions. Discover the best gadgets and technologies

by Iffat Nawaz

5 May 2025

Sport

Questions About WHOOP You Wanted To Ask?

With insights from WHOOP’s GCC Director, answering the most common questions about the famous wristband

by Barbara Yakimchuk

25 Apr 2025

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