Articles curated and written by students of Sunmarke School and Regent International School | | | | |
Are Luxury Brands Losing Their Lustre?
When you spend thousands of dirhams on a bag or shoe by a high-end brand, aside from the style and brag value, you expect high craftsmanship and lasting quality. But in a recent trend exposed by some TikTokers, products from very high profile brands were seen to be extremely shoddy! So why is this happening? Are brands compromising quality for profits? Read this insightful piece on the state of the luxury industry.
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How to be More Productive in 2026
If you have made your new year resolutions list, it’s time to add two more to make your work year productive. This is especially for those people who seem to never have enough time to finish their tasks. According to experts, there are two simple routines that they need to add to their workday which can increase their productivity and focus in the new year. Want to know what those magic tricks are? Click here.
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Jumper Day at Regent
Jumper Day at Regent was a lot of fun. From cozy knits to colourful patterns, students brought the sparkle and the smiles spreading cheer all around. Take a look by clicking the link below.
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Sunmarke’s Fairytale Parade
Take a look at how Sunmarke students lit up the school in the fairytale parade with students and teachers dazzling in delightful outfits, turning the moment into a celebration of imagination and storytelling. Don’t they look adorable?
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Vivek Ramaswamy’s New Plan
Remember Vivek Ramaswamy? The Indian-origin billionaire launched his bid to become the next President of the US but was beaten fair and square by Donald Trump. He then retreated back to his business but now is making a roaring comeback. No, he hasn’t changed his conservative ideology but has declared he will be “conservative without being combative”. What does it mean? Maybe this feature will provide some insights.
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The New Dubai Rules and Developments You Must Be Aware of in 2026
Dubai is constantly making new rules and implementing steps to make life better for its residents. 2026 is no different as a slew of changes are coming our way that will transform city life, health and the environment. From a new routine for school kids and families and a handy new way of navigating the world’s largest airport to a sugar tax, there are some exciting new developments taking place. Click this link to know them all.
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Rents Set To Rise Further in Dubai?
Sorry there’s some bad news on the rental front. If you thought that all these constructions and new developments being announced by the day will bring down rents, you are mistaken. The Dubai real estate market, say experts, is heading towards logic-based buying instead of trend-influenced ones. But amid the growing population, the rents are set to rise by up to 6%. When will it ever stabilize?
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The AI Predictions for 2026
While AI has become more prevalent than ever, it is entering a new phase in 2026, one defined by real-world impact. This will be the year AI evolves from instrument to partner, transforming how we work, create and solve problems.. As organisations strengthen their resources to adapt to the challenges posed by AI, these seven trends to watch in 2026 show what’s possible when people join forces with technology.
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The Multi-billion Dollar AI Deals You Need to Know
There are a lot of deals taking place in the tech world at the moment. From Nvidia to Meta to Amazon, companies are not just innovating and pushing themselves hard to come up with the next big thing in AI, they are also collaborating to strengthen competitiveness. From Nvidia agreeing to licence technology from startup Groq to Amazon’s $10 billion investment in OpenAI, there are interesting AI, cloud and chip deals being signed. Take a look.
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ARK
ARK is the answer to schematic design packs, a boon for architects and developers alike. The intelligent platform optimises building designs in a flash, leaving you to make informed, expedited decisions. ARK is armed with an AI brain that scrutinises and learns the metadata of architectural designs, spawning variations while accounting for local regulations and ordinances.
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Maket
Make is a great tool for architects as it offers diverse design exploration. Rather than presenting a singular vision — or whatever number timescale allows — architects can now offer a visual banquet of design alternatives. By taking on the laborious task of generating design options, Maket gives architects time, freeing them to engage more deeply with creativity and clients.
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Biggest Sporting Moments of 2025
Sports is much more than games and matches. Often the drama that happens off the field is far more interesting than the actions of the stars on it. 2025 had it all - moments of scandals, controversies, great sportsmanship as well as legal troubles. From the fight of the century to one of the greatest tennis matches to glamour and scoops, these are the moments that stood out in the past year.
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Movies to Look Forward to
2026 stands to be a strong year for cinema, with familiar franchises, family films and ambitious auteurs filling the upcoming slate. There’s something for everyone to look forward to — from Scream 7, Ready or Not 2 and 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple for the horror fans, to Wuthering Heights and Sense and Sensibility for the romantics. Kids will also relish a long list of animated titles while families can also look forward to a live-action Moana remake and a fourth Jumanji film before the year’s end. If you love the movies, save these names for your watch-list this year.
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How to Make Decisions with Patience
Think about the last decision you made while you were frustrated. Maybe you fired off a message only to regret later. Maybe you rushed into a choice which backfired. Unfortunately, when frustration creeps in, you tend to make bigger mistakes. That’s the reason why it’s necessary to keep a calm head and be patient. Patience helps you ward off frustration and make decisions with precision. Here’s how to develop it.
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