The Sandy Times

Why Is Everyone So Obsessed With Formula 1 In 2025?

Kudos to Brad Pitt and co

by Sophie She

3 Sept 2025

Lifestyle

Why Cycling Ruins Your Dating Life

Because nothing kills romance like a 4:45 am alarm and a pile of sweaty bib shorts

by Sofia Brontvein

21 Aug 2025

Lifestyle

Why Running Is So Damn Hard

Turns out, a lifetime of sports doesn't prepare you for the humbling hell that is a 7-minute kilometre

by Sofia Brontvein

16 Aug 2025

Cars

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

Denim Forever: How the Iconic Fabric Took Over Sneakers

If you think denim will ever stop being fashionable — well, think again

by Alexandra Mansilla

9 Jul 2025

International Yoga Day In Dubai: Where To Celebrate

Places in Dubai to fall in love with yoga — or, if you already did — to love it even more

by Barbara Yakimchuk

10 Jun 2025

Health

Summer In Dubai Just Got Interesting: 4 Unusual Sports You Need To Try

For the ultimate sweat & joy experience — yes, even in summer, and yes, on purpose

by Dara Morgan

2 Jun 2025

Shopping

Not Your Average Gym Bag: Sports Equipment That Costs More Than Your Membership

A round-up of sports gear you don’t exactly need, but will definitely want

by Sana Bun

31 May 2025

Interview

‘A Piece Of Wood Changed My Life’: The Story Of Mark Issa

How picking up a skateboard at a young age became the turning point for Mark — shaping the direction of his life

by Alexandra Mansilla

30 May 2025

Sweaty & Social: Dubai’s Best Indoor Social Fitness Experiences This Summer

Just because it is hot doesn't mean you shouldn't move

by Sophie She

22 May 2025

Lifestyle

Mountains 101: A Beginner’s Guide

Get ready for your first mountain climb

by Barbara Yakimchuk

17 May 2025

Interview

Women’s Football In the UAE. Interview With Nouf Al Anzi, the Captain

From her sports journey to her first crisis and everyday routine — meet Nouf, the captain of the UAE Women's National Team

by Barbara Yakimchuk

10 May 2025

Can’t Stop Decorating Your Sneakers? Here Is How To Keep Going

From different types of laces to charms and pearl bows

by Alexandra Mansilla

9 May 2025

Skateboarding In Dubai: Where, How, And With Whom

Want to skate in Dubai? Here is your guide on where to roll, what to buy, and how to start!

by Barbara Yakimchuk

6 May 2025

Saudi Arabia

Events

Saudi Arabia Cultural Digest: May 2025

Selection of the events worth leaving your apartments

by Dara Morgan

26 Apr 2025

Technologies

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

Still Obsessed With Harry Potter? These Sneakers Are For You

This is how you say “I’m a millennial” without saying “I’m a millennial”

by Dara Morgan

24 Apr 2025

Dubai’s Most Social Running Club. Meet The Jumeirah Johns Running Club

Learn more about the running club that will make you love running — even if you never have before

by Sahira Dharamshi

22 Apr 2025

Music

Boost Your Workout: Your Go-To Playlist For Running And Cycling

Running or cycling? Only with these tracks

by Barbara Yakimchuk

21 Apr 2025