Articles from the author

Listening to Jani Vishwanath recount her life's story, one is truly reminded not to judge a book by its cover.

The idea of quality

Dr Krishna Gill, one of the pioneering gynaecologists in the UAE, talks about the value of hard work, education and honesty

Mona Al Marri is a frank woman. She admits to being aggressive, ambitious and self-confident. As executive manager of Dubai Press Club, she has used her tact and talent to place Dubai on the map of international journalism.

Every week, we bring you the latest on the UAE's clubs, associations and groups. We choose one each time and profile it, highlighting its purpose and activities. We also bring you bits of news from other such groups. So that you know what is happening when, where and why.

Australian discovers her true calling in Dubai

Often known as the woman behind the Sunny Days store in Jumeirah, Dubai, Carmen Clews appears to be an average person who enjoys life. Only upon delving deeper does one begin to discover her truly resilient and intricate personality.

The Bookworm bookshop (at Al Safa Complex, Jumeirah) is having a children's story-telling session in aid of Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF).

Bubbly, creative and gutsy are three words that aptly describe Diala Al Assaad. She began her adult life as a pre-med and first aider in Lebanon, working for the Red Cross and Unicef.

Having revolutionised the concept of mature theatre in Dubai, R. Shanker is all set to astound audiences with his forthcoming production of William Shakespeare's Othello.

When Sally Meech was about to take her first class as a ballroom dance teacher – at age 16 – her tutor had some words of wisdom for her. He told her that not everybody would like her all the time, but she should focus on the ones who do.

Life takes on a whole new meaning for the two people who get married. And when they come from divergent backgrounds, their life becomes all the more fascinating.