Afternoons with Helen Farmer

It's not just screen time affecting children's eyesight, with more children developing short-sightedness at a younger age. Plus, the new rules of digital etiquette, how social sport is helping adults make new friends, the rise of women's football in the UAE and a mid-year personal finance check-up, with practical advice on managing and paying off debt.

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Could your years of experience open the door to a new way of working? The show explores the rise of fractional leadership and why it could offer a fresh career path for experienced professionals. Plus, tips on dressing for the job you want, the latest Instagram features aimed at Gen Z and an update on Meta's smart glasses. And in the Legal Hour, freelancing after leaving a job, debt, missed mortgage payments and why you really should read the fine print before signing a contract.

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From hidden gems to global ambitions, we're serving up the best of Dubai's food scene. Zeena meets the chefs and founders redefining Mexican, Lebanese, Japanese and Filipino dining, while uncovering the stories behind the city's most-loved restaurants.

Expect big flavours, bold ideas and plenty of recommendations to add to your must-visit list.

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Family vacations are meant for slowing down and staying in the moment, but what if work and emails are keeping you pressured? Psychologist Hiba Salem from Sage Clinics explains how our brain and behavior work.

We also have Orchids Roy in the studio to share why etiquette should be learned by kids early on. Plus, our Motor Mania team Damien and Naz take us on a ride in choosing a great multi-functional family car.

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Egypt fans are left devastated after their loss to Argentina, which prompted Helen to ask - how do we teach our children to bounce back after a major loss? 

This doesn't only apply to sports but also to our daily life. Ex-athlete Alicia Tillman and executive coach  Megan Johnson share their thoughts.

Plus, fancy joining a singing community? Helen learns more about One Day Choir, founded by David Conway.

And finally, how can you improve your voice to sound more powerful/ Voice architect Kim Page has some tips

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That's the question Helen put to Dr. Sonia Ben Jaafar of the Al Ghurair Foundation.

HR expert Avtar Gill weighs in on today's graduates and employees who are technically excellent - but have a poor attitude.

Dr. Thoraiya and Helen do a deep dive into life as an expat - and what lessons we can learn by being away from home.

Plus, husband and wife Sarah and Ahmed tell us the story behind Chill Me Worlds, a community that wants to see genuine friendships form in the UAE.

And finally, Rhiannon Downie Hurst of Bride Club ME shares some wedding trends this season.

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We bring Lego bricks in the studio, not just because it's Helen's favourite, but to talk about its benefits in the workplace.

We speak to YouTube about their new supervised kid accounts in the region.

WhatsApp has parental controls now, we get the details from Cyber Fareedah. 

Why are shingles cases rising?

If you are still thinking of where to go this summer break, we've got you covered.

And we meet a man treating delivery riders in the emirate.

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Join Helen Farmer for a special live broadcast from Abu Dhabi to talk all things food and hospitality.

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For years, women have been told that menopause is just something to get through. But our guest today thinks it's time we change that conversation and she's on a mission to help women feel informed rather than frightened. 

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We discuss how to recognise burnout before your body and mind force you to stop.

Job seekers need to stop thinking like employees and start thinking like business developers selling their own skills, says executive search recruiter Hamza Zaouali, discussing more ways for people to land their dream job.

Are smart glasses really going mainstream?

How much is too much when it comes to screen time? Discussing childhood myopia with Dr Sandra Fiorentini

And we share more reasons how Dubai is becoming more accessible to people of determination.

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