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Emirati RnB singer and performer Alya Al Ali, 15, who has wowed the likes of Simon Fuller, has recently signed with Universal, but insists education remains a priority. The newest face of American RagCie in the region tells Niyati Raj about her first steps in music and the dream of working with Beyonce

When it comes to furnishing, decorating or giving spaces a nifty makeover, Danube Home clearly has plenty to offer. Four UAE residents tell Niyati Raj how the design and decor store gave their homes a splendid facelift

If you have a design bent of mind and want to explore cities with some amazing pieces of architecture, Niyati Raj curates a shortlist of places that offer not just a diverse skyline but a rich landscape as well