Articles
Expo 2020 Dubai will embrace universal values – but few know they were already being practised 2,000 years ago
The well-travelled ancestors of today’s Emiratis were also, in their time, connecting minds and creating the future
As Commemoration Day approaches, the sense of loss feels closer to home
November 30 marks the day when we recall those who have given their lives in the service of the country, writes Peter Hellyer
Once-neglected buildings bear mute witness to our past
We should applaud the preservation of a past that is fading from direct memory into history, writes Peter Hellyer
The march of progress in Fujairah makes me wistful for times past
The Hilton Fujairah has finally been demolished, writes Peter Hellyer, making way for a new development
As the Year of Giving draws to a close, spare a thought for those less fortunate than you
A chance encounter with an ailing member of society gets Peter Hellyer thinking about giving back to those who have fallen on hard times
As the Year of Zayed approaches, we must shed light on his remarkable legacy
It’s important that particular effort is made over the next 12 months to encourage those who have personal recollections of Sheikh Zayed to underline the essential humanity and dignity of the man, writes Peter Hellyer
How do we encourage more people into unfashionable jobs?
Perceptions of the worth of a particular profession do change over time, but in some cases they are not fast enough, writes Peter Hellyer
Why a trip to the farm wouldn't do any harm
Citizens have lost their connection to rural life. It's time they got back in touch with nature, writes Peter Hellyer
Britain takes steps to tackle the scourge of extremism
The UK has lacked an authoritative public voice on terrorism and Islamophobia, writes Peter Hellyer
Small-scale philanthropic initiatives do make a world of difference
Low-key projects in developing countries, some fostered by the Fatima bint Mohamed bin Zayed Initiative, are of fundamental importance
Flower power and the possibilities of civic engagement
Jersey says it best with flowers, but its annual festival might also serve up some food for thought on friendly rivalry
UAE needs to invest more in environmental research
Isn’t it time for some serious attention to be paid to the collection, recording and analysis, as well as publication, of our history?
UAE's generosity regularly flies under the radar
The generosity of the UAE and of leaders is recognised here, but receives less attention globally than it might
How to reduce absenteeism at the end of term
Too many days of our children’s education are being allowed to be wasted, writes Peter Hellyer
Religious tolerance is part of the fabric of the UAE
The renaming of an Abu Dhabi mosque sends important messages about the country and its residents, says Peter Hellyer
