Mattar Mohammed Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), revealed that the total revenues of RTA collected via digital channels (e-payment portal and smart kiosks) amounted to AED2.655 billion in 2020. The number of digital transactions reached 527.146 million, the number of registered users […]

The Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC), the Masters Tournament and The R&A, announced that the 12th Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship (AAC) is set to be held from November 3-6, 2021 at Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club (Championship Course). Created in 2009, the AAC was established to further develop amateur golf in the Asia-Pacific region. The champion […]

The National Geographic has listed Dubai’s ‘Museum of the Future’ as one of the 14 most beautiful museums in the world for its astounding architecture and sophisticated technological innovations. The Museum of the Future, an architectural marvel that sits at the bustling heart of Dubai, is set to become a new global landmark once complete. […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) announced the first week programme of its summer camp, taking place from 1 – 7 August under the theme ‘Our Summer is Culture & Creativity,’ inviting children and adolescents to participate in a wide range of innovative and purposeful activities that will expose them to arts, life skills […]

The Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) has announced the results of its operational performance for the first half of 2021. The free zone achieved growth in new sales revenues with an increase of 8.3%, which resulted from the rise of 24% in the leased areas compared to the same period last year. These record results […]

Marking the end of the first year since the Abraham Accords, reached on August 13, 2020,were signed, Israel’s Pavilion at EXPO 2020 and Israel’s Chamber of Commerce (FICC)announce the latest bi-lateral trade figures. According to Dubai custom’s figures, the first five months since the signing of the Abraham accords saw bilateral trade amounting to $250 […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), through its public libraries, provides important cultural portals for all society members, including citizens, residents and visitors. Based on its keenness to implement the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, for the […]

Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai’s home of live entertainment, has announced that German Superstar DJ Paul van Dyk will be bringing his SHINE Ibiza residency to Dubai on Thursday 19 August, in partnership with Dubai Summer Surprises. Presented by international festival organisers, Pico Pro, tickets are now on sale and demand is expected to be high as […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, has announced the launch of its new online eShop which provides passengers with the option to pre-purchase a selection of duty-free products before they fly and have them delivered to their seat when they travel. The eShop is designed to replace the traditional onboard duty-free experience and offers passengers a wider […]

Dubai Chamber for Digital Economy, one of the three chambers under the newly formed Dubai Chambers umbrella, will be hosting Expand Summit, the first-of-its-kind summit in the region in January 2022 to attract Venture Capitalists (VCs) for financing start-ups. The Summit will witness the largest gathering of VCs and start-ups in the region, with 500 […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, continues its preparations ahead of Season 26, with exciting new culture and entertainment experiences in the pipeline. Final touches are being made to the plans to improve the Global Village VIP guest experience based on feedback collected throughout the […]

The summer holidays are just beginning and whilst we imagine most parents are looking forward to a break from early morning school runs, packed lunch preparation and homework, it’s also going to be a long, hot summer of planning exciting activities to keep the little ones entertained, whether you are travelling or not. So why […]

DP World Limited handled 19.7 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) across its global portfolio of container terminals in the second quarter of 2021, with gross container volumes increasing by 17.6% year-on-year on a reported basis and 17.1% on a like-for-like basis. Growth in 2Q21 accelerated with all regions delivering a strong performance, especially our terminals […]

Whether you’re a highly successful CEO making mega-deals for breakfast, or an up-and-coming bright-eyed executive, every employable prospect has an online reputation to consider. Take a minute to Google yourself and/or your business. Nearly half of adults in the United States find negative results about themselves online, which can impact all aspects of your professional […]

The Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) at the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation has granted 800 marine driving licences and issued about 700 marine craft permits during the first half of this year. The authority works on regulating and developing the maritime sector in Dubai, through a set of issued legislative regulations following the […]

The Big 5 will return to the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from 12th to 15th September, 2021, as the only live in-person event to connect the global construction industry in 2021, playing a crucial role in driving economic recovery in the post-COVID-19 era, organisers announced. Celebrating its 42nd year, the Middle East, Africa and […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, announced today the start of its three-times weekly service to Hargeisa Egal International Airport (HGA) from 10 August. This will bring the number of destinations flydubai operates to in Africa to 12 points in nine countries including Sohag International Airport (HMB) and Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) which started earlier […]

Dubai is famous for being one of the world’s most picturesque, cinematic and iconic destinations with incredible landmarks, stunning natural scenery and unique experiences that look like scenes straight from an epic blockbuster movie! The new Dubai Summer Story contest, launched as part of this year’s Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) festival, challenges the city’s creative […]

waslproperties, one of the largest real estate development and management companies in Dubai, announced the release of Tiara United Towers,its first mixed-use developmentin Business Bay.The development comprises two towers, East and West, with 424 units in East and the 425 units in West Tower. The project is located strategically alongSheikh Zayed Road,with a view of […]

People interested in taking a holistic approach towards health have some great news as Lootah Group of Companies in association with Santhigiri Group from Kerala, India now launches UAE’s biggest holistic health center. The group’s first venture in the healthcare domain, Santhigiri Holistic Healthcare Center, is located in the tranquil and quaint environs of Motor […]

The Dubai Chamber’s Engage Dubai Programme recently organised a webinar which aimed to advise businesses on encouraging employees towards volunteering, to improve efficiency and productivity at workplace. The webinar, titled Engaging corporate employees in volunteering, examined best practices that can be widely adopted to increase the number of employees volunteering, how different strategies, tools, process […]

The Australian Ambassador of Counter-Terrorism, Roger Noble, accompanied by the Australian Ambassador to the UAE, Heidi Venamore, and members of the Australian diplomatic team, visited the Emirates Group Security Headquarters in Dubai. In recognition of the long-standing close cooperation with Australia, the purpose of the visit was to discuss border enforcement, general crime prevention pursuits, aviation […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with French mobility specialist MND, a leading company in the ropeways industry, as part of its efforts to achieve Dubai’s vision to have 25 percent of all trips to be self-driving by 2030. The parties commit to work together to study and […]

Padelae indoor complex in Al Quoz will feature a total of eight courts and offer membership packages The growing tribe of padel enthusiasts in Dubai have something to cheer about. A new indoor air-conditioned complex dedicated to the racquet sport, the largest in the UAE, is now open in the city’s Al Quoz Industrial Area […]

House prices in Dubai during Q2 2021 accelerated at their fastest pace since the summer of 2014, according to the latest research by global property consultancy, Knight Frank. Faisal Durrani, Partner – Head of Middle East Research, Knight Frank, explained, “The momentum that began building late last year has been sustained and we are seeing a […]

The distribution of food parcels has been completed in Egypt, providing an equivalent of 30 million meals to low-income families and underprivileged communities as part of the “100 Million Meals” campaign. In partnership with the Food Banking Regional Network, 928 local humanitarian organisations and Egypt Food Bank, around 504,000 beneficiaries across Egypt received parcels of […]

The Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI), the investment promotion agency of Dubai Economy, continued its virtual outreach to investors in the second quarter of 2021 through a series of six webinars focused on opportunities in the strategic sectors of food and agribusiness, healthcare, and technology. The webinars connected with investors from various regions of […]

SOL Properties has invested an additional budget of AED 20 million as it expands SOL Living, a dedicated leasing service portfolio that offers long- and short-term lease options to meet the evolving needs of Dubai’s residents and visitors.  It willintroduce16 new serviced apartment units across three new buildings in Dubai, all slated to ospen by September […]

Major league developers and property consultants readying to take part in Cityscape Global 2021, the region’s pivotal authority on real estate, property development and investment, say the international, regional, and local real estate business has been forever changed by the Covid 19 pandemic. Forecasts from Key One Realty Group, KEO International Consultants and Land Sterling […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, announced that it has invested in UK-based legaltech start-up, Clara. Clara’sinnovative platform digitises and automates many of the legal tasks founders need to perform, including setting up companies in different jurisdictions. The investment reflects the […]

Following the much-awaited resumption of its Dubai route in May, Cathay Pacific continues to stay true to its brand ethos and is ‘moving beyond’ to offer a series of enhancements. Customers can now experience and travel the popular – Premium Economy cabin on-board the Airbus A350-900. Starting 06 August, 2021, passengers can experience luxury on […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced a revised schedule of three lines of Dubai Ferry as of today, 25th July, 2021, to improve the level of service offered to the community. The step corresponds to the demand for this service and enhances the operational efficiency of the lines in question as well. The revised […]

It is not very often that you get a chance to meet up with a social entrepreneur. Nousheen came to Dubai in 2010, and within a week picked up a job with an educational institute- despite a reported slow down in the economy at that time. After a couple of years, she decided to move […]

1.   Digital Illustrations Digital illustrations are created using Adobe Photoshop to develop an image that tells a story, brings out an emotion, or sells a concept. Using a creative brief from a client, a digital illustrator generates unique artwork to help pass a message or sell a product. With the help of web design experts […]

On Wednesday 28 July 2021, at 11 am (UAE time), ONLY webinars will be hosting a webinar titled, ‘Making the Leap From Winner to Champion’. The speaker for the webinar is James Michael Lafferty. James has often been described as one of the most unique and diversified CEO’s in the world today. He is not […]

Another week, another super selection of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) Daily Surprises promotion offers, with the latest batch helping to get shoppers in the mood for the Eid Al Adha holiday! Friday 23 July The Steve Madden store in BurJuman mall will tempt shoppers with a great Buy Two for AED99 deal on all items. […]

Emirates is connecting global business and leisure travellers with it’s first-ever passenger service between Dubai and Miami. The airline celebrated the inaugural flight of its four times a week service when it touched down in Miami at 1100hrs local time yesterday. Emirates flight EK213 was welcomed by Miami International Airport with a water cannon salute, and […]

Travellers who have procrastinated making plans for the summer or who are still pondering where to take their long-awaited holiday now have the opportunity to book travel to quarantine-free destinations with Emirates. Customers can book their summer holiday with fares to close to 40 destinations from today, 22 July 2021 until 31 July 2021, for […]

The annual Eid Al Adha holidays are the perfect time to celebrate special moments with friends and family, especially as there’s so much to see, do, eat and enjoy during the Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) festival of fun. With the extra-long Eid public holiday officially announced, residents and visitors can make the most of a […]

The performance of Dubai’s real estate market over the first six months of 2021 has been phenomenal to say the least, with the sale of two Palm Jumeirah villas for a price of over AED 100 million (more than $27 million) each and a record-breaking month in April. The second half of the year is […]

A panoramic Jet Ski tour of Dubai has been recognised as the world’s best tourism experience for 2021, winning top global accolades in two categories of the Tripadvisor 2021 Travellers’ Choice ‘Best of the Best’ Things to Do Awards, for Overall Experience and Water Adventures. Offering guests an unforgettable opportunity to take in Dubai’s breathtaking […]

As tickets to Expo 2020 Dubai are now on sale, among the plethora of reasons to book a Season Pass for the world’s biggest cultural gathering is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be part of the historic, invite-only Opening Ceremony. All UAE residents aged 18 and above who purchase an Expo 2020 Season Pass or Family […]

Some of the biggest names in music will take to the stage this Eid Al Adha as part of Dubai Summer Surprises’ (DSS) super selection of great live music shows. The city’s best venues will welcome music lovers of all ages and nationalities to enjoy extra special concerts that will celebrate the extra-long public holiday […]

Planning and dining out with the whole family these holidays can be a task, especially if you’ve got more than one hungry kiddo. Whether you’re hankering for a burrito, pizza, sushi, or classic Asian delights, we have got plenty of options to satisfy. Gate Avenue at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is treating you and […]

The much-awaited 2021 British & Irish Lions Tour is on-going and rugby fans who wish to watch the action-packed game from the comfort and safety of their homes can tune into STARZPLAY. The region’s fastest-growing subscription video on demand (SVOD) service acquired the broadcast rights to the 2021 British & Irish Lions Tour of South Africa in […]

With the weather rapidly heating up and the humidity on a steady incline, Cycle Souq has curated the perfect tools for all devoted cyclists looking to keep spinning this summer, including some of the best indoor trainers. Here are just some of the reasons that so many professional and amateur cyclists are avid fans of […]

With Global Village confirming that its gates will re-open to the world on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, preparations for Season 26 are entering an exciting stage. As the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment moves closer to finalising plans for another season of fun, memories, and success, aspiring […]

Nakheel,the world-leading master developer, is expanding its retail portfolio with Nad Al Sheba Pavilion, a new shopping and leisure destination at the Nad Al Sheba Villas community. Spanning more than 36,426 sq. ft, the Pavilion features key retailers such as Spinneys, Starbucks and leading beauty salon Bedashing Beauty, all of which have opened on 15 […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) announced the hosting of Lebanese artist Simar Halawani at Al Safa Art and Design Library as part of the Artist in Residence programme. This comes within the framework of the Authority’sefforts to establish an incubating environment that would ensure the care and encouragement of creative artistic talents in […]

Eid Al Adha shoppers will have even more chances to save and win thanks to a super selection of special promotions held across the city for the public holiday and Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS). Lucky residents, visitors, families and friends can win big with great prizes including hotel staycations, millions of shopping points, exclusive make-up […]

The Dubai Chamber Sustainability Network Road Safety Task Force recently organised a webinar, joined by member companies, industry experts and technology providers, which aimed to raise awareness about road safety among the local business community. The virtual event, titled “Driving Road Safety through Advanced Technologies”, was attended by 124 participants representing 60 companies in the […]

Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, has launched ‘Dubai’s Summer Guide’, a unique digital guide that lists over 100 outlets offering a range of activities and programmes for children and their families during the Eid and summer holidays in Dubai. Launched as part of efforts to raise Dubai’s profile […]

As Dubai continues to safely welcome UAE residents and tourists with memorable summer experiences, the city is also providing them with the opportunity to stay cool this summer through unique ice cream offerings. To mark International IceCream Day falling on 18 July this year, ice cream parlours in the city are gearing up to celebrate […]

Residents and visitors looking for sun-soaked relaxation, the ultimate kiddie-friendly destination or a convenient base for non-stop shopping trips during the Eid Al Adha break will be spoilt for choice with Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) great hotel deals for the long public holiday. Celebrating an unforgettable summer season, the 24th edition of DSS features a […]

Schools are out and summer is in! And for parents, it is rush time to ensure their children stay occupied, inspired, engaged and active during the summer. Reflecting its position as one of Dubai’s most sought-after lifestyle destinations, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is gearing up to host a month-long activity-filled summer for children and […]

Path-breaking tennis ace Sania Mirza and cricketing star Shoaib Malik have officially been granted the 10-year UAE Golden Visa. Sania, known to have single-handedly put Indian women’s tennis on the global map, is currently in London for Wimbledon 2021, she progressed to the second round in the women’s doubles event and made it to the […]

Emirates is celebrating its 30th anniversary of service to Beirut. The airline launched its first flight in 1991, and since then, Emirates has carried over 6 million passengers on over 35,000 flights between Dubai and Beirut, supporting the country’s tourism industry, growing trade lanes, and bringing Lebanese culture and traditions to the world. Commemorating this significant […]

Nakheel,the world-leading master developer, is expanding its retail portfolio with Nad Al Sheba Pavilion, a new shopping and leisure destination at the Nad Al Sheba Villas community. Spanning more than 36,426 sq. ft, the Pavilion features key retailers such as Spinneys, Starbucks and leading beauty salon Bedashing Beauty, all of which are set to open […]

City Sightseeing, the world’s leading open-top bus brand, is relaunching its operations in Dubai today with its unique, award-winning city tour featuring new, enhanced health and safety measures, and an unmissable, limited-time offer for UAE residents. First launched in the UAE in 2014 as a joint venture with the dnata Travel Group, City Sightseeing Dubai […]

The reigning Miss Universe Brazil and first runner up at the recently concluded Miss Universe pageant arrives in Dubai today to do a series of talk seminar in partnership with United Nations Higher Commission on Refugees (UNHCR), brand and magazine photoshoot, and visit to Smile Train – a cleft lip and palate charity based in Dubai. On […]

MSC Cruises, in partnership with Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism), DP World and Emirates Airline, announced that the naming ceremony for the line’s newest flagship, MSC Virtuosa, will take place in Dubai on 27th November at Mina Rashid (Port Rashid). The newest addition to the MSC Cruises fleet derives her name […]

Businesses can eliminate unknown number doubt with a Branded Call, an evolutionary breakthrough that lets companies brand phone calls with their identity and a reason of why they are calling. Here are some hard facts: 87% of your customers rarely or never answer calls from unknown numbers including yours. Unknown numbers make your business look […]

Dubai has been shortlisted to host the 27th International Council of Museums (ICOM) General Conference 2025, the largest international conference in the field of museums. A virtual meeting of ICOM’s Advisory Council meeting held on 17 June 2021 announced the three cities shortlisted to host the event. A total of 170 members from 118 countries […]

With Eid Al Adha just around the corner, Palm Jumeirah’s leisure destinations are buzzing with F&B offers and promotions as well as exciting experiences for visitors of all ages across The Pointe, Club Vista Mare, Palm West Beach and The View. The View School students and teachers can now visit the stunning observation deck on […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, announced today the start of its three-times weekly service to Sohag International Airport (HMB) from 25 July. The flights to and from Sohag will operate via a short stop in Sharm El Sheikh. This will bring the number of points flydubai operates to in Egypt to three including Alexandria Borg El […]

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts and the Dubai World Trade Centre Authority (DWTCA) have signed a cooperation agreement that will enable greater familiarity of the DIFC Courts’ portfolio of public services to businesses operating within the Trade Centre freezone. The agreement will also facilitate increased focus on exchanging knowledge, studies, and research, as well […]

Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub, Dubai South announced that private-jet movements continued their impressive growth in 2021, with more than a 346% increase in H1 2021, reaching 8,088 compared to 1,811 in H1 2020 and 3,056 in H1 2019. The top four destinations that contributed to the increase during H1 2021were Russia, India, the Maldives […]

MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, the largest Hollywood-inspired theme park in the Middle East is all set to make it a memorable Eid Al Adha. The festivities feature adrenalin-pumping roller coasters, fantastic live entertainment, fully air-conditioned themed zones, character meet-and-greets, coupled with special Eid decorations and delicacies. Eid celebrations at the park kick off from Friday, July 16, […]

Ideal standard MENA, part of Ideal Standard International, the world’s leading manufacturer of bathroom solutions with headquarters in Belgium, has announced its partnership with the Belgian Pavilion for Expo 2020 Dubai. With a confluence of innovation and culture, a balance between design and creativity, Ideal Standard MENA joins the Belgian Pavilion with captivating experiences including […]

His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Sports Council, has stressed that achieving success in sports and winning titles depends not just on quality of players, coaches or budgets, but also on proper planning and good preparation through rigorous training camps and friendly matches, and His Highness has urged […]

Emirates is expecting high passenger volumes to pass through Terminal 3 at Dubai International this weekend, 16-17 July, as traveller numbers reach among their highest levels since the pandemic began. With added safety measures and COVID-19 travel requirement checks in place, travellers may encounter longer than expected waiting times at Emirates check-in counters. Customers starting […]

Ahead of the launch of the much-anticipated film Toofaanexclusively on Amazon Prime Video, the fabulous team comprising Farhan Akhtar, Mrunal Thakur, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and RiteshSidhwani visited cities of the United Arab Emirates virtually. The first of its kind virtual city tour saw the team interacting with media, from Sharjah, Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The […]

Jamal Bin Theniyah, Chairman of Emaar Properties, today rang the market-opening bell to celebrate the listing of a US$500 million Sukuk on Nasdaq Dubai. The ceremony was attended by Ahmad Al Matrooshi, Executive Board Member of Emaar Properties; Rashid Al Shamsi, Board Member of Nasdaq Dubai; and Hamed Ali, CEO of Nasdaq Dubai and Deputy […]

Dubai College of Tourism (DCT), part of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) and Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU), one of the oldest and largest higher education institutions in the United Kingdom, announced a new pathway for Dubai College of Tourism students. With the new pathway, students who graduate with a DCT […]

DP WorldHead Office in Dubai has been ranked as one of the top places to work after an independent analysis conducted by Great Place to Work® Middle East. This certification is based on direct feedback from employees, provided as part of an extensive and anonymous survey about the workplace experience. “The head office certification means […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, continues to grow its network in Europe and will see Naples in Italy and Salzburg in Austria join its network later this month. The carrier will start its four-weekly service to Salzburg International Airport (SZG) from 15 July and resumes its operations to Naples Airport (NAP) from 31 July 2021. Hamad […]

House of Rose Professional Pte. Ltd (HORP) today announced that Dubai, UAE has been selected as the location for the 2021 Middle East Edition of Break the ceiling touch the sky® – the success and leadership summit for women which will be held as a hybrid (live and virtual) summit on Sept 28, 2021. The summit will bring together the Middle East’s best […]

While almost four in 10 UAE consumers have experienced online fraud attempts in the past year, trust and usage of digital payments both in-store and online see no signs of ceasing as consumers still prefer them over cash, citing improved technology, and security measures as reasons why they still feel more secure with these methods […]

DP World, UAE Region’s next-generation service provider, World Security, kick started 2021 on a high note with projects in varied crucial sectors, ranging from retail, government institutions and the hospitality sector. Building strong partnerships and collaborations is one of the core values of World Security. Working on this principle, the company has a carved a […]

Qatar World Cup is scheduled to be conducted in Qatar, in the year 2022, from 21 November to 18 December. FIFA World Cup is a quadrennial football championship contested by national teams of 32 countries. Fans and football lovers from around the world are thrilled and excited for the time when they will be able […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has announced the winners of its Future Business Minds competition. Introduced to stimulate entrepreneurship amongst the UAE’s younger generation, Global Village’s latest creative outreach program invited university students across the country to showcase their creative business ideas through unique […]

Dubai’s business environment is expected to see move forward in the third quarter of 2021, as confidence among companies and investors improves prior to Expo 2020 Dubai, a newly released survey from the Dubai Chamber has found. The Business Leaders’ Outlook for Q3-2021 reports that 66 percent of respondents said they expect to see better […]

Looking for something fun to do this summer? Topgolf Dubai has launched its 1-month Summer Pass for guests to enjoy unlimited gameplay seven days a week. What’s more?The Topgolf Summer Pass is also inclusive of priority bay access on every single visit, free Lifetime Memberships for any accompanied guests, 10% discount on F&B and retail, […]

Aventura Parks, the hot spot of the city to hang out and enjoy thrilling adventures, has a range of offerings this summer to make the best of the season. Kids can spend their free time at the Summer Enrichment Camp, building their knowledge and skills in a multitude of subjects. Friends and families can spend […]

A rare Rolls-Royce, one of only 20 examples of the recently unveilved Phantom Tempus Collection, has arrived today in Dubai from Rolls-Royce’s global centre of luxury manufacturing excellence in West Sussex, England. Taking inspiration from time, astronomical phenomena and the most accurate clock in the universe, the pulsar star, the Colleciton Carradiates an irresistible charm […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) announced the launch of its Museum Summer Camp 2021 for school students from 4 July – 12 August 2021, promising the youth a summer full of culture and skill enhancement through interesting and engaging activities within the ‘Certified Cultural Guide’ programme. Hana Mohammed Ayoub, Manager of Programs and […]

The value of Dubai’s external pharmaceutical and medical supplies trade reached AED6.8 billion for Q1 2021 recording a growth of 31 percent from AED5.2 billion in the same period of 2020, according to statistics released by Dubai Customs. Imports touched AED5.3 billion, exports AED590 million, while exports and re-exports totalled AED1.4 billion. In terms of […]

Union Coop – the largest Consumer Cooperative in the UAE recently revealed that it will soon be opening its ‘Commercial Center’ in Al Barsha South – 1, as a part of its grand expansion scheme to reach consumers in a better manner, create a positive market balance and offer a better shopping experience. The revelation […]

Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai’s home of live entertainment has today announced the show-stopping event, CairoBelle, will be taking the stage for an unforgettable Eid Al Adha performance on 22nd July 2021. After announcing the return of live events last month, Coca-Cola Arena will be hosting a night to remember with performances from famous Egyptian star, Ruby, […]

The second installment of the Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) Daily Surprises promotion serves up another super selection of limited time offers for shoppers­ – but act fast, because when they’re gone, they’re gone! From 9 to 15 July, an eclectic and exciting range of stores across the city will host one-day-only offers on family fashion, […]

The 20thedition of Dubai World Dermatology and Laser Conference and Exhibition ‘Dubai Derma’, was successfully concluded today at the Dubai World Trade Center. Under the theme ‘Skin Health is our Concern’, the annual global skincare gathering in Dubai, brought together leading skincare specialists, top surgeons and physicians from across various countries under one roof to […]

Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) held its first bi-annual ‘City Briefing’ for 2021 at the newly built Dubai Exhibition Centre, highlighting the sector’s promising performance since the reopening of the city to international tourists a year ago. As efforts intensified across the tourism ecosystem to accelerate momentum in this landmark year […]

Emirates has announced it will restart passenger services to Mauritius this summer with two weekly flights from 15 July, as the island-nation gradually re-opens its borders to international tourists. To serve market demand, the airline has also announced it will deploy its iconic Emirates A380 aircraft to Mauritius starting 1 August. Fully vaccinated travellers can […]

PepsiCo, the Official Beverage and Snack Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai, has revealed the first look at its three pavilions, The Plus, The Bolt and The Drop which promise to deliver fun, creative and one-of-a-kind experiences throughout the six months of Expo 2020 Dubai. PepsiCo’s diverse portfolio of global brands such as Pepsi®, Lay’s®, Gatorade®, and […]

HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, today opened Deep Dive Dubai, the home of the deepest swimming pool for diving in the world. The Crown Prince was accompanied at the opening by HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council. Located […]

It is inspirational to talk to fellow entrepreneurs and learn from their trials and tribulations. The challenges in the entrepreneurial journey of no two people are alike, yet very similar in many ways. I caught up with Naomi last week on Zoom to discuss her life as an entrepreneur. Naomi is from the UK and […]

The latest edition of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) is now in full swing, and the favourite summer retail celebration is offering up another great weekend full of sensational shopping, food, promotions and giveaways across the city from 8 to 10 July. Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), the latest DSS cements Dubai’s iconic […]

The General Department of Transport and Rescue at Dubai Police and the Emirates Auction, the leading company in the field of the management and organization of public and online auctions in the Middle East have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU), under which the latter shall provide assistance to on-road broken-down vehicles. The step comes […]

AWJ Investments announces the successful opening of Operation:Falafel’s first international location in New York. Marking the ongoing success of the holding group which currently runs 12 unique culinary concepts across38 outlets in the Middle East. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, as part of its international expansion plans the established and beloved UAE homegrown brand, Operation: Falafel […]

DP World, UAE Region, the leading smart trade enabler,and Petrochem Middle East, the largest chemical distributor in the Middle East and Africa,have signed a 30-year lease agreement that expands its business in the region. Petrochem Middle East will invest between USD80 million toUSD90 million in developing a chemical terminal on Quay 7, adjacent to the […]

As the Middle East prepares for what was predicted to be a scorching Summer this year,  It’s SO Simple founder Rachael Sacerdoticreated a suitable exercise routine for children to keep them active even when staying indoors. “Introducing a healthy lifestyle to children can be fun for the whole family.A regular workout ingrained in children encourages […]

A young boy from Kalba, Sharjah who wants to be a police officer when he grows up was given a fast-track mini experience of his dream thanks to Dubai Police and the Emirates Literature Foundation. SaoudAhmed Salem Alkaabi, age 9,was the first winner of the Middle East edition of Voices of Future Generations, the global […]

Global Village continues its preparations ahead of Season 26, working hard to lay the foundations and finalise plans for another season of fun, memories, and success. The UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment has announced that its gates will re-open to the world on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, […]

“Fashion films are a filmmaker’s dream – moody, stylized and often experimental. Unlike commercials, which are forthright in their messaging and typically utilize an “appeal to the masses” approach, fashion films aim for a softer sell and typically target a niche audience. The proliferation of web video has led to an increase in this ‘genre.’ […]

Integrated global property developer, The First Group, is proud to introduce a unique and innovative lifestyle brand, The First Collection, which encompasses the firm’s portfolio of hotels, restaurants and leisure venues. The launch of the brand marks a major step in the firm’s evolution that has long been recognised as one of the UAE’s leading […]

Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) launches into the first week of its 24th edition with a host of great deals on offer as part of the DSS Daily Surprises promotion, with shoppers invited to make the most of the super limited time deals. From 2 to 9 July, residents and visitors can explore exclusive, one-day-only offers on […]

As Dubai marks a year since reopening its borders to international tourists on 7 July 2020, the latest data published by Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) shows the city welcomed 3.7 million overnight visitors during the 11-month period from July 2020 to May 2021. The positive performance reinforces the leading role […]

In line with the celebrations of the UAE’s 50th anniversary and Dubai’s preparations to host Expo 2020, the largest international exhibition in the world where Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is the Official Cultural Supporter, the Authority announced its partnership with Bulgari Group, the leading Italian brand in the world of jewelry and […]

The Dubai free zone DMCC has welcomed 1,230 new member companies in the first half of 2021, the best 6-month performance since 2013. This builds on free zone’s strong performance in 2020, during which it attracted 2,025 new businesses supported by DMCC’s relief packages offered during the global pandemic. “We have carried over the record-breaking […]

His Highness Sheikh Hasher Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, Director General of Dubai Department of Information officially inaugurated the 20th edition of Dubai World Dermatology and Laser Conference & Exhibition ‘Dubai Derma’, the leading event in the Middle East, Africa Market, and beyond, earlier today at the Dubai World Trade Center. The leading event is set […]

Ahmed Mohamed Al Naqbi, CEO of Emirates Development Bank (EDB), today rang Nasdaq Dubai’s market-opening bell to celebrate the listing of a US$750 million bond. The listing announcement event was attended by Hamed Ali, CEO of Nasdaq Dubai and Deputy CEO of Dubai Financial Market (DFM), as well as senior executives from both sides. Al […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed an initiative for recognising taxi drivers who demonstrated high levels of social responsibility during the outbreak of Covid-19. RTA selected drivers who worked extra hours during the period of the pandemic for displaying their names on the yellow signs on top of taxis. In this regard, RTA […]

Emirates Holidays customers visiting Dubai who want to jump straight into their long-awaited stay, and Dubai residents seeking to expedite their return journey for stress-free travel can now upgrade their airport experience and have their arrivals and departures taken care of with newly introduced packages. With one more thing taken off their plate, Emirates Holidays […]

RewirEd, the first of its kind global platform that seeks to reimagine the future of education, is set to host its flagship global education summit (RewirEd Summit) from 12 – 14 December 2021, during the Knowledge and Learning Week at Expo 2020 Dubai. Led by Dubai Cares, in partnership with Expo 2020 Dubai and in […]

In celebration of World Sea Turtle Day which falls on June 16th, the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) launched a large and diverse group of previously rescued turtles back into Abu Dhabi’s waters via the beach at Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas, so they may return to their natural habitats. The released group came […]

Festival City, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate’s fully integrated destination and part of Al-Futtaim Group have partnered with Udrive, the first car–sharing provider in the Middle East, providing pay-per-minute car rental services. With the plan of extending to further locations in the destination and being available to the entire community, the affordable service will cater to […]

Holidays by flydubai is offering attractive packages for the upcoming Eid holiday. The special offers to the Maldives, Santorini, Tbilisi, Trabzon, Yerevan and Zanzibar start from AED 1,425 per person which includes flights, hotel stay and breakfast. The packages are available for booking by 10 July 2021 and for travel between 16 July and 24 […]

The fifth edition of the Women in Aviation (WIA) Middle East Chapter’s General Assembly, held as a co-located event of the 20th edition of the Airport Show at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), has awarded scholarships worth over US$50,000 and honoured women who are helping the aviation industry gain gender diversity. For the first time, […]

As per the agreement, both organizations will foster mutual cooperation for the advancement of their members and the accounting and tax profession within the UAE. The agreement also includes the sharing of information between the two bodies with a priority of technical knowledge and professional development. Both parties will work together to ensure continued training […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region has announced new Intellectual Property Regulations (IP Regulations) with effect from 5 July 2021. The introduction of the regulations reflects the Centre’s continuing commitment to maintaining a transparent and robust legal and regulatory framework aligned […]

Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) launches into the first week of its 24th edition with a host of great deals on offer as part of the DSS Daily Surprises promotion, with shoppers invited to make the most of the super limited time deals. From 2 to 9 July, residents and visitors can explore exclusive, one-day-only offers on […]

ENOC Group has renewed its agreement with Meisheng Investment Development Co. Ltd for another five years, for the exclusive supply and distribution of ENOC Lubricant products in China. The agreement enables ENOC to achieve its ambitious plans of distributing more than 20 million litres of products over the next five years; meeting the increasing demand […]

The Dubai College of Tourism (DCT), part of the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism), has announced its second successive Summer Training Programme for students between the ages of 16-19. The distance learning online programme of Medyaf aims to increase Emiratisation within the tourism industry and provides students with relevant information and skills […]

Gulf Photo Plus is pleased to announce the opening of Chemistry of Feeling, our 2021 Community Exhibition which celebrates analog photography. Opening on Monday, 12 July at 7pm at Gulf Photo Plus, the exhibition is the result of a global open call, which attracted nearly 800 submissions from over 50 countries across 5 continents. With […]

The Emirates Dubai 7s have today announced a partnership with Zurich International Life ahead of the 2021 festival. Zurich International Life will become a ‘presenting partner’ of the festival, activating its partnership via the new sporting pillar of Cricket. Cricket will join the founding sport of Rugby 7s and the more recent addition of Netball […]

Emirates has re-opened its dedicated First Class Lounge at Dubai International (DXB’s) Concourse B to serve the growing volume of premium customers travelling from and through Emirates’ hub, as more markets around the world ease restrictions and put in place protocols that enable international travel. Emirates will also continue to operate its Business Class Lounge […]

Celebrating over 15 years of partnership and success, Coffee Planet, Dubai’s leading home-grown coffee roastery,is launching a new range of to-go coffees with ZOOM – the region’s largest network of convenience stores. ZOOM Coffee – powered by Coffee Planet is launching across 125 ZOOM stores at ENOC fuel stations and standalone retail locations by the end […]

Dubai’s leading holiday lets provider, Deluxe Holiday Homes, is thrilled to report a record-breaking increase of 150% in its property portfolio despite the pandemic travel lull, growing from 100 to 250+ properties in the last twelve months. The boutique agency, which provides accommodations ranging from stylish city apartments to luxury beachside villas and family homes […]

Emirates has announced the launch of Emirates Pay, a new account-based payment method for purchasing air tickets. Emirates Pay is now available for Emirates customers in Germany and the UK who are purchasing tickets via emirates.com. Emirates is the world’s first airline to launch this payment alternative powered by a white-label solution jointly developed by […]

Tea is timeless. Known as the calming yin to everyone’s yang, tea drinkers benefit from a moment of tranquillity while savouring the essence of a full-bodied, refined blend. In perfect harmony, Newby Teas is now opening its first-ever luxury tea boutique in the region, elegantly spread over 300 sqft and situated within the picturesque Park Hyatt Dubai. Opening this July, you’ll be […]

A podcast is an episodic series of spoken word digital audio files that a user can download to a personal device for easy listening. Podcasting allows brands to communicate to a captive audience. With lifestyle on-the-go, the power to have the podcasting on demand allows companies and brands tell their story anywhere at any time, which helps to establish authority […]

According to Ericsson Mobility Report, “the level of stress caused by mobile speed delays is similar to that of watching a horror movie or solving a math problem and greater than standing at the edge of a virtual cliff”. Your website is the face of your business to the online world. Just like the accessibility […]

An enormous iridescent, oil drill-shaped sculpture by Kuwaiti artist Monira Al Qadiri has launched Expo 2020 Dubai’s Public Art Programme, which brings together 11 leading artists from the UAE, the region and the world. Alongside Al Qadiri, the commissioned artists are Hamra Abbas, Afra Al Dhaheri, Shaikha Al Mazrou, Abdullah Al Saadi, Asma Belhamar, Olafur […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is holding a variety of workshops and lectures within the July Visual Arts Programme in cooperation with Akaas Visual Arts and under the supervision of a group of artists and specialists in the arts of Arabic calligraphy, abstraction and photography. The Authority invites talents from amateurs and professionals […]

Following the success of their first collection, Naksha, a homegrown food concept that works with chefs and artists around the world to create affordably priced gourmet recipe kits inspired by exotic countries, has just launched its CaribbeanCollection in collaboration with Moreish by K, one of Dubai’s most popular “supper club” chefs. The kits allow people […]

As restrictions ease and countries open up for international travel, airlines gradually expand their operations and network globally. The summer of 2021 is expected to be busy at Dubai International (DXB) and the dnata team are prepared to deliver a seamless journey for everyone travelling to or transiting through the world’s number one airport for […]

Deyaar Development PJSC (“Deyaar”), one of Dubai’s leading property developers and real estate service providers, today announced the launch of Regalia, a AED 1bn luxury skyscraper in Business Bay offering a smart and high-end urban lifestyle embodied by royalty and distinction. Regalia will be the tallest tower Deyaar has ever built. The 70-storey premium residential […]

Yalla! Mart, a new online grocery delivery platform, has launched in Dubai’s JLT neighbourhood and is now expanding into other areas in Dubai. It offers residents and visitors lightning fast grocery deliveries, making it the fastest online grocery delivery service in the city. Rather than delivering orders via local supermarkets or grocery stores, Yalla! Mart […]

A total of 2,020 real estate and properties transactions were valued at AED 4.5 billion in total during the week ending 01 July 2021, according to Dubai Land Department (DLD). The DLD weekly report said 119 plots were sold for AED 845.1 million, 1,321 apartments and villas were sold for AED 2.25 billion. It noted […]

The creators of the feature film “CHAMPIONS” have today announced its forthcoming September 2021 release across the GCC. The 90’ minute uplifting comedy, produced by Oscar-winning producer Andrés Vicente Gómez and directed by Manuel Calvo, tells the story of Khaled, the assistant coach of a top Saudi Arabian football team. One day, after a stressful […]

As demand for summer travel kicks into high gear, Emirates customers have more to look forward to with popular destinations in Europe opening up for quarantine-free travel. Germany, Austria and Switzerland have opened their doors for tourism, and Emirates is gearing up to help more UAE travellers get the most out of their summer holidays […]

Worldwide leader in travel retail, Travelport, and one of the world’s largest international airlines, Emirates, today announced they have reached a commercial agreement that will allow Travelport-connected travel agencies to avoid the airline’s surcharge on bookings via Global Distribution Systems (GDS) that will be introduced from 01 July 2021. Furthermore, the companies announced a new long-term […]

Dubai’s highly anticipated annual shopping festival, Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) is back with a bang and what better way to celebrate than visiting Dubai Festival City Mall, part of Al-Futtaim Malls for the opening. In partnership with Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing (DTCM), the major shopping, dining, entertainment, and retail destination will be launching […]

Dubai Economy has honored Samsung Gulf Electronics with the coveted Dubai Quality Global Awards2021 at the annual Business Excellence Awards that recognized the brand for maintaining the highest professional standards in organizational practices and performance. Samsung Gulf Electronics was announced the category winner in the 2020 cycle of the Business Excellence Awards having exceeded the […]

The British Council has launched its popular Summer School programme that helps parents from across UAE give their children the confidence and tools to succeed in an evolving world. The programme has been created to excite children to learn rather than spend complete hours in front of a screen. The coursesspark children’s imagination, so they […]

DP World announces the acquisition of 100 per cent of syncreon for an enterprise value of US$1.2 billion. This transaction is subject to customary completion conditions and is expected to close in 2H2021. syncreon is a US based global logistics provider that specializes in the design and operation of complex supply chains for the high […]