Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural Festival Park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has announced that international R&B recording artist and singer Jay Sean will perform live in concert at its Main Stage on Friday, 8th March 2019. The superstar is well known for his chart-topping numbers including ‘Down’, […]

dnata Travel has been named “Favourite Travel Agent” at the annual Condé Nast Traveller Middle East Readers’ Choice Awards. The awards were presented at a gala dinner in Dubai, in front of the region’s leading travel and hospitality operators. “We are proud to be voted the most preferred travel agent by the readers of Condé […]

As anticipation builds ahead of the April opening of MasterChef, the TV Experience, fans of the international TV sensation can sample an exclusive taste of what’s in store at the new restaurant during Taste of Dubai, which runs March 7-9 at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre. MasterChef, the TV Experience, will descend on the three-day food […]

Swedish Orphan Biovitrum (Sobi), an international company dedicated to providing access to innovative treatments for people with rare diseases, has expanded its presence within Dubai Science Park (DSP), a science and healthcare-focused business community. Sobi and DSP have a long-standing relationship with Sobi launching its first offices in DSP in 2012. Guido Oelkers, CEO of […]

The UAE is an exciting destination for food lovers, particularly Dubai which is a global hub for gastronomy. Visitors to the emirates can explore a range of cuisine from virtually every part of the globe, as expatriates bring a taste of their home country to cafes, restaurants and pop-up food stalls. Airbnb Experiences is part […]

In a bid to connect and unite the UAE’s schools and colourful cultures, Brighton College Dubai has partnered with Nikon to launch a month-long photography competition. Inviting students from all UAE based schools to get creative and explore the theme of tolerance through photography, Brighton College Dubai and Nikon are giving two talented students the […]

The third day of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature continued to amaze fans with a line-up of inspiring sessions and workshops from yet more amazing international and local authors. The day focused on the publishing industry, with topics ranging from dynamics of translation, digital changes to the value of editorial and what literary agents […]

Berets MC, a Dubai based bike club will raise awareness for autism with the help of several cause supporters and exhibitors for the fifth year in a row by hosting an Autism Awareness Ride at the Dubai Investment Park on March 15th. This event invites children and teachers from local autism schools, bike riders, and […]

In support of the UAE Government’s move declaring 2019 as the Year of Tolerance, Storytel, the Arabic division of Europe’s leading platform for audiobooks, has set up a recording studio booth at the ongoing 11th Emirates Airline Festival of Literature in Dubai to allow visitors to share their thoughts on how they live and spread […]

Radio personality Richard Dean launched a groundbreaking new book on public speaking at the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2019 – CROWDPLEASER: the 100 greatest public speaking tips of all time from Socrates to Steve Jobs. CROWDPLEASER brings together, for the first time, 100 classic tips, tricks and hacks on the art and science of […]

Novo Cinemas have done it again! The innovative and award-winning brand has unveiled its state-of-the-art flagship location at IMG Worlds of Adventure in Dubai. Bolstering through the region with their largest IMAX® with Laser cinema in Dubai, featuring next-generation Laser technology – Novo’s ultra-modern multiplex comes complete with a stunning ‘cosmic’ aesthetic and boldly represents […]

Students from more than 1,200 schools across the UAE have the chance to build on their creative thinking and innovation skills by sketching ideas that could positively impact society as part of the newly launched Expo 2020 Young Innovators initiative. Building on the notion that innovation can start from a simple design or scribbled plan […]

The Consumer Cooperative Union revealed that the sales of Consumer Cooperatives in the UAE amounted to AED 6 Billion and 843 Million until the end of 2018. The number of shareholders in the cooperatives reached 76, 294, confirming the effectiveness of programs and plans implemented by the cooperatives with the confidence of the shareholders and […]

The Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) has announced that its 2019 budget has increased significantly to AED 1 billion. This increase is a reflection of DAFZA unwavering commitment to continuously increase its contribution to Dubai non-oil trade. DAFZA’s investment in new expansion projects is estimated to be around AED 780 million representing 78% which comes […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently organised a workshop in collaboration with BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP which provided valuable information about the UAE Bankruptcy Law and its impact on both debtors and creditors in the country. The workshop, held at Dubai Chamber’s premises, was attended by Dubai Chamber members, lawyers and […]

As part of its ongoing efforts to contribute to and support Emirati society, Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) a company of DP World, celebrated the graduation of its second batch of students from its Tumoohi training programme. Tumoohi, which means “My Ambition”, is a training initiative designed to help young and talented Emiratis develop the […]

To celebrate International Women’s Day, Reel Cinemas will be hosting the World of Women Cinema Festival 2019 (WOW) that will recognize outstanding films and achievements of women in the local and international film industry. To be hosted at Dubai Marina Mall from March 7 to 9, the women’s film fair will showcase films by women […]

Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU) demonstrated its commitment to the Year of Tolerance with a special Global Day for MBRU family which included the planting of a traditional Al Ghaf tree and a range of cultural activities at the university’s campus in Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC). Running under the tagline […]

The second day of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature hosted a wide range of inspirational talks from some of the most influential people of our time, from doctors to activists via some of the children’s favourites. Highlights of the day included ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ children’s author and illustrator, Jeff Kinney, meeting some […]

The winners of the Montegrappa Writing Prize, the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature’s prestigious competition to discover unpublished novelists, have been announced today. Recognised as one of the most successful writing competitions in the region, the competition has a proven track record in finding new writing talent, producing eight published authors in the last five […]

The UAE Tour 2019 saw 20 teams of competing cyclist’s race through Dubai Design District (d3), for the third consecutive year. The event hosted by Dubai Sports Council (DSC), travelled through the streets of Dubai as part of its seventh and final stage, starting from Dubai Safari and ending at City Walk. Dubai Design District […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, is preparing to launch its Traditional Handicrafts Strategy. The announcement predates the Safeguarding Emirati Cultural Heritage Forum, which will be held on 5th and 6th March at Etihad Museum under the Patronage of HH Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin […]

The nation’s outstanding young poets were recognised today at the prize giving ceremony of the Taaleem Award for Poetry held during the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature (1-9 March 2019). The winners received a commemorative book featuring their winning entries and a trophy, awarded to them by the 2019 Festival poet Joshua Seigal alongside folk […]

The Environmental Compliance Department at the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) carried out a surprise inspection at the Waterfront Market in Dubai. Inspectors seized 1,730 kilograms of fish, issued violation tickets to shop owners, fishermen and fish transporters who contravened the nation’s fisheries regulations, and donated the haul to charities to benefit families in need. Conducted […]

A report from the Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, shows that the number of operating businesses in Hatta has reached 791, a 22% growth from 2009 to 2018. The licenses issued according to the activities were: commercial (533), professional (244), industry (11) and tourism (3). The […]

A team of MSc students from MODUL University Dubai has secured a place on an accelerator programme, which is being conducted by Expo 2020 Dubai’s global funding and partnership programme Expo Live in conjunction with the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa). The placement will enable the student team to further develop their start-up, Carb-In – a […]

Emirates, the Official Airline of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, offered tennis fans a once in a lifetime experience to meet their tennis hero and legend, Roger Federer. The “Emirates ball flight”, a fan favorite, offered tennis enthusiasts the chance to win two final match tickets and to meet the Dubai Duty Free Tennis […]

Juggling the positive and negative impacts of technology is one of the biggest challenges of the next generation, school students from across the UAE concluded during an in-depth conversation at Expo 2020 Dubai’s second Next Gen World Majlis. The session, titled ‘Technology with heart and mind’, featured 21 students aged 13 to 17, who discussed […]

As part of their effort to enable trade and promote economic diversification, DP World and Jafza hosted their annual Associates Forum 2019 in Dubai recently to gather and thank their key stakeholders from around the world. The event opened with a one-on-one session with HE Hamad Buamim, President and CEO of Dubai Chamber of Commerce […]

The Sustainable City, Dubai will host ‘Greener Living’, an environment-themed festival dedicated to promoting a modern and eco-friendly lifestyle through interactive activities and educative programmes for different age groups. To be held from February 28 to March 2, the festival includes documentaries to mark their Middle East premieres, and panel discussions involving several organisations and […]

For the 12th consecutive year, Dubai’s Roads & Transport Authority (RTA), is taking part in the Dubai International Boat Show. The event, which is held at the entrance of the Dubai Water Canal, kicked off on Tuesday, Feb 26th and continues up to March 2nd. RTA’s participation aims at boosting the effective interaction with partners and showcasing marine […]

The inaugural day of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature played host to a melting pot of conversation, storytelling and insightful dialogue from a host of literary titans, discussing everything from space to social media. Highlights of the day included a panel of superwomen including Sue Nelson (Wally Funk’s Race for Space), Kate Pankhurst (Fantastically […]

Emirates has won ‘Favourite Middle East Airline, Premium Cabin’ at the prestigious Conde Nast Middle East Reader’s Choice Awards. The awards, conferred by reader-generated votes across the GCC, celebrate the best in travel in a variety of categories. The award is a testament to the airline’s consistent commitment to invest in new products and services that deliver […]

Representatives from the Abu Dhabi Executive Council visited Expo 2020 Dubai for a half-day workshop and site tour, reaffirming the essential role of national collaboration in delivering the first ever World Expo to take place in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region. Entities from across the UAE are working closely with Expo […]

The Burj Club in the iconic Burj Khalifa is celebrating International Women’s Day with special fitness memberships for the ladies. For only AED 399, women can join the remarkable health and wellness facility in the iconic tower and access all its state-of-the-art facilities. They can also work out at the dedicated ladies’ gymnasium which opens […]

CONCEPT / IDEA In line with Expo 2020 Dubai’s theme of ‘Connecting Minds, Creating the Future’, the architecture of the Monaco Pavilion surprises and fascinates. It is inspired by a kaleidoscope that incorporates the “Rock” of Monaco and reflects the many facets of the Principality: its characteristics, its professions, its actions, its multiple perspectives, its […]

Emirates’ commitment to supporting initiatives across the culture and arts spectrum in Dubai will culminate tomorrow at the 11th edition of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature. The airline continues to support the Festival’s aim of revealing the world in words, bringing books and ideas to a wide audience, encouraging the lively exchange of thoughts […]

The “Dubai Maritime Virtual Cluster” platform, under the umbrella of the Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA), has acquired the interest of visitors to the Dubai International Boat Show 2019, which is currently being held at Dubai Water Canal. The strong numbers of attendees for the Smart Knowledge and Research platform represents an enhanced effort towards […]

DP World, UAE Region has won top honours at the 11th edition of Dubai Award for Sustainable Transport (DAST) organised by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) that encourages public and private sector organisations to address the challenges of mobility and environmental conservation. DP World, UAE Region won the first position for Mobility Management (Smart […]

The Dubai Government Workshop (DGW) has won the ‘Excellence Award for Arab Government Achievements’ for external maintenance services provided to its customers, during a ceremony organized recently by the Excellence Awards Academy in the Arab region, at Roda Al Bustan hotel in Dubai. DGW has won the award for the innovation category in external engineering […]

Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, showcased the latest digital utilities solutions at the recent DEWA Innovation Week. His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO, DEWA experienced digital twins technology by AVEVA and EcoStruxure Augmented Operator Advisor.

Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Art Dubai, the world’s most internationally diverse art fair, returns March 20 to 23, 2019 for its 13th edition with works by more than 500 contemporary and modern artists from […]

Etisalat received ‘The Most Valuable Telecoms Brand’ in Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region by Brand Finance at Mobile World Congress as a recognition for the company’s increase in brand value to $8.3bn-higher than any other telecom brand in the MENA region and the only telecom brand portfolio to break the $10bn brand value […]

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, said that the Eight Principles of Governance and the 50-Year Charter, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, represent a roadmap for the government’s work […]

The Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) has launched the Smart Mobile Service, the latest addition to the Maritime innovation and transformation march, with positive interaction from exhibitors and visitors at the Dubai International Boat Show 2019 at Dubai Water Canal. Hailing from the smart car concept, the Smart Mobile Service, is equipped with the latest […]

Over the years, Home Centre, the leading home retailer in the Middle East, has been active in transforming the personal living spaces of its customers. Through the latest edition of the Win This Look competition, the brand successfully helped four contestants in the UAE achieve their dream homes in a truly unique fashion. Contestants were […]

Members of the UAE public turned out in force as the Expo 2020 Volunteers team visited Hatta, reiterating the importance of countrywide collaboration and national pride in delivering Expo 2020 Dubai. The event saw hundreds more people sign up to volunteer for the next World Expo, as the total number of registrations reached 50,000. As […]

If you ever wished to visit the ultimate fantasy land, then Reel Cinemas is offering a chance to make your fantastical dream come true! Book tickets in advance for one of the most anticipated movies of 2019-Captain Marvel, with Reel Cinemas’ unmatched experiences – Dolby Cinema & ScreenX and stand a chance to win a […]

For the second consecutive year, Emirates Skywards, the loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, was presented with the accolade for ‘Excellence in Management’ at the Loyalty Awards 2019 dinner held in Paris on 19 February 2019. The award was collected by Dr Nejib Ben Khedher, Senior Vice President, Emirates Skywards. The awards ceremony was organised […]

Emirates Post, the leading postal and express delivery provider in the region, hosted a series of events in February to celebrate Innovation Month, demonstrating its commitment to the progressive culture of innovation present within the UAE. The line-up of events included several discussions on topics such as Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, The Role of Post […]

An incredible activation is at WAFI and visitors will be able to witness the best from the world of science. In collaboration with ‘World Touring Exhibitions’, WAFI  is hosting an interactive science exhibition called ‘WAFI’s Science Factory’ from 26 February – mid-April. The activation combines both knowledge and fun challenges where visitors can experience and […]

Sobha Realty, the leading premium real estate developer, bagged the UAE’s Most Luxurious Developer of the Year honour at the Luxury Network International Awards. Under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of State for Tolerance and UAE Cabinet Member, the event was hosted by the Luxury Network and CAEL. […]

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, and Chairman & Chief Executive of Emirates Airline & Group, honoured the winners of the 10th cycle of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum (MRM) Business Award and the 2nd cycle of the MRM Business Innovation Award today at a prestigious […]

The global equine industry will once again converge on the Dubai International Horse Fair and the Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 21st to 23rd March, 2019, in Dubai. Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Minister of Finance, […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, the UAE is set to host the Conference of Agricultural Ministers of the World’s Date Producing and Processing Countries. Organized by the Khalifa International Award for Date Palm and Agricultural Innovation in collaboration with the Ministry […]

Carrefour, which is operated in UAE by Majid Al Futtaim, today inaugurated “Taste of Egypt” in partnership with the Egyptian Commercial Office in a ceremony at its hypermarket located in Mall of the Emirates. From February 26th – March 9th, the festival will celebrate the best of food that Egypt has to offer in addition […]

Calling all Dubai flappers and dappers, well-renowned millionaire and party host Jay Gatsby is coming to Dubai to host 2 weeks of exclusive parties aboard the QE2 this April. The celebrated magnate from the West Egg neighborhood of Long Island in New York is bringing his full entourage and promises the most extravagant experiences for […]

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, and Chairman & Chief Executive of Emirates Airline & Group, honoured the winners of the 10th cycle of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum (MRM) Business Award and the 2nd cycle of the MRM Business Innovation Award today at a prestigious […]

Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Art Dubai, the world’s most internationally diverse art fair, returns March 20 to 23, 2019 for its 13th edition with works by more than 500 contemporary and modern artists from […]

Dubai’s premier event for creatives, will return for it’s highly anticipated 5th year. Hosted, once again in Dubai Design District (d3), -ing Creative Festival’s extensive schedule kicks off on April 11 and will run until April 13. This year’s edition will see an unrivalled series of talks and workshops from some of the biggest brands […]

The Sustainable City, Dubai will host ‘Greener Living’, an environment-themed festival dedicated to promoting a modern and eco-friendly lifestyle through interactive activities and educative programmes for different age groups. To be held from February 28 to March 2, the festival includes documentaries to be mark their Middle East premieres, and panel discussions involving several organisations […]

Innovation Arabia 12 continued at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre on the 2nd day, with a number of key panel discussions, debates, scientific sessions and lectures highlighting the impact of innovation in the Arab World while also focusing on the mega changes taking place in key sectors of our regional economies. Running under […]

Norway will participate at the world exposition Expo 2020 Dubai under the theme “Norway as a world leading ocean nation”. Norway’s coastline is one of the longest in the world, and the marine areas are more than five times as large as the land. Thousands of Norwegians work within one of the ocean industries, being […]

As Dubai sets the table for the sixth annual Dubai Food Festival (DFF) 2019, Meraas’ destinations have lined-up themed activities that encourage visitors to ‘Live the Food’ in all its forms. For the duration of this year’s festival, and until Saturday, 9 March 2019, Meraas’ destinations have a full calendar of delectable gastronomic experiences for […]

Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, has embarked on an AED 377 million redevelopment project at its first flagship mixed-use shopping destination, City Centre Deira, to elevate the customer experience with a trendy and vibrant multi-concept food hall and new brands to […]

Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan is taking Dubai to the world once again in a dramatically unexpected adventure-series, unlike any other part of the multi-global award-winning campaign #BeMyGuest that will be launched on 25 February across social media and online platforms. #BeMyGuest by Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) adopts a revolutionary […]

Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, has embarked on an AED 377 million redevelopment project at its first flagship mixed-use shopping destination, City Centre Deira, to elevate the customer experience with a trendy and vibrant multi-concept food hall and new brands to […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and President of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU), H.E Lieutenant General Dhahi Khalfan Tamim, Deputy Chairman of Police and General Security in Dubai and Chairman of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University’s Board of Governors, today officially […]

Emaar Development today unveiled Arabian Ranches III, a secure gated townhouse neighbourhood. The new masterplanned community offers a happy lifestyle with a central park spanning an area of over 30,000 square metres (about 7.5 acres), a 4 km long boulevard, community parks with an extensive choice of play areas for children, as well as wellness […]

The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature reveals its strong business and leadership strand, which sees world class experts deliver powerful advice on how to boost business potential. Sessions will help the audience prepare for career success and future leadership. The Festival, which is held from 1-9th March, will host a dynamic programme on business and leadership covering topics as diverse as the intriguing impact of artificial […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has invited the public to visit its stand at City Walk, Dubai, until 28 February 2019, to learn about its futuristic projects, innovations by its staff, as well as prominent innovations from local and international start-ups. Visitors can also take part in workshops and activities suitable for all age […]

The city’s first Brazilian Carnival galivanted through the streets of Dubai this weekend to mark the launch of Central Park by Meraas, a new exclusive residential neighbourhood near to City Walk. Over 50,000 residents, visitors and Meraas representatives attended the event with a distinctive Latin American vibe on 22 February to celebrate the launch of […]

If you missed seeing 2019’s Oscar nominated films on the big screen, now is your chance to watch them again. From February 24-28, the Oscars will be taking over Reel Cinemas across its The Dubai Mall, Dubai Marina Mall, The Springs Souk, Rove Downtown and Jebel Ali Recreational Club locations. All the Oscar nominated movies […]

Companies in Dubai are increasing their efforts to foster innovation, reflected by the 4.7% improvement in the innovation score of Dubai’s private sector over the 2017-2018 period, new analysis conducted by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has revealed. Released on the occasion of UAE Innovation Month, the analysis showed Dubai private sector’s innovation score […]

Over the weekend, the Middle East Arthritis Foundation (MEAF) concluded its ‘Walk for Arthritis’ awareness event, targeted at improving the quality of life for people with arthritis, through exercise and movement. More than thousand people walked 3.5km in Dubai Creek Park and took part in various activities like an open-air fitness session, exercises specially designed […]

Berets MC, a Dubai based bike club will raise awareness for autism with the help of several cause supporters and exhibitors for the fifth year in a row by hosting an Autism Awareness Ride at the Dubai Investment Park on March 15th. This event invites children and teachers from local autism schools, bike riders, and […]

It’s going to be 17 days of food extravaganza at The Springs Souk which will celebrate the Dubai Food Festival with an array of fun culinary activities for children. Until March 9, the mall will house an activity-packed kids zone-The Little Foodies Club featuring creative as well as educational activities for children. Let your kids […]

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) and Expo 2020 Dubai have committed to hosting 2,020 hours of coding tutorials for UAE-based primary school students before the World Expo opens on Oct. 20, 2020. The ‘2020 Hours of Code’ initiative will help students build invaluable critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, useful to all students regardless of their career interests. The […]

The summer of music in Dubai just got even more exciting with the addition of the sensational new Housphere Festival. A mix of regional and global live music stars and performers will grace the stunning grounds of the Address Montgomerie Golf Course on March 22. Festival goers can expect an array of family-friendly activations and […]

Azizi Developments, one of the leading private developers in the UAE, marked another important milestone in its pursuit of timely project delivery, achieving this month 90% completion of the Azizi Aliyah Residence. The elegantly designed homes in the AED 470-million residential project in Dubai Healthcare City will be delivered to homeowners in Q2 2019. Azizi […]

The 11th meeting of the Dubai Free Zones Council (DFZ Council), headed by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the DFZ Council, announced plans to develop a comprehensive geo-economic map of Dubai in line with the Fifty-Year Charter that aims to position Dubai as a leading destination for investment and business […]

Meraas, a Dubai-based holding company, has announced that it will showcase its industry-defining maritime neighbourhood – Dubai Harbour during the 27th annual Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS) 2019. Set to the highest international standards, Dubai Harbour will be the first yachting community hub in the Middle East. Designed by leading architects with careful attention to […]

Dubai Science Park, a science and healthcare-focused business community, hosted the fifth edition of its Advance Health event, a networking platform that connects key healthcare stakeholders in the UAE. The forum, which convenes leading experts to discuss important and trending topics in the industry, focused on the merits and challenges of value-based healthcare, a healthcare […]

Ibn Battuta Mall is partnering with Pink Caravan to offer free clinical breast examinations and raise awareness about breast cancer and the importance of early detection. Held at China Court until 2 March, the Pink Caravan medical booth features a qualified doctor providing clinical examinations, a nurse teaching self-checks and an administrative assistant helping participants […]

Dubai Exports, part of the Department of Economic Development and the export promotion agency of the Emirate of Dubai supported the country’s food and beverage sector in the week leading to and during Gulfood. Dubai Exports sought to link the country’s food and beverage manufacturers as well as re-exporters with key buyers that came to […]

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Centre for Responsible Business (CRB) recently organised a training session which aimed to familiarise companies with the Dubai Chamber CSR Label framework and application process. The session, hosted at Dubai Chamber’s premises, was attended by prospective applicants representing companies in Dubai who were briefed on the criteria that […]

Landmark Group, the region’s leading retail and hospitality conglomerate, has announced the fifth edition of ‘Shopathon’, its exclusive online sale on thousands of items from four popular Centrepoint brands. Babyshop, Splash, Shoe Mart and Lifestyle will offer their products at heavily marked down prices from 22 to 26 February 2019 through CentrepointStores.com, one of Landmark […]

With over 200 international dining options, The Dubai Mall is a foodie’s dream. In celebration of Dubai Food Festival (DFF) from February 21 – March 9, The Dubai Mall is inviting guests to enjoy some fantastic dining deals and signature dishes, plus get involved in some fun, interactive workshops, activities and contests. Throughout DFF, families […]

Meraas has unveiled its plans for Central Park at City Walk, a new exclusive residential neighbourhood which will surround a 40,000 sqm private park in the heart of Dubai. As part of its dedication to create mould-breaking, imaginative ways of experiencing city life that inspire an active lifestyle for residents and visitors in sustainably-minded destinations, […]

Emirates will be showcasing its flagship Airbus A380 for two days at the first ever Saudi International Airshow. The popular double-decker aircraft will be on display on March 12th and 13th at Al Thumamah Airport in Riyadh, giving visitors the opportunity to tour its interior and experience its award-winning products across all classes, including Emirates’ refreshed […]

Dubai, UAE: Demand within the UAE’s food and beverage sector is expected to gain momentum over the next three years, supported by the country’s fast-growing population, rising number of tourists, and expanding halal food market, according to new analysis from Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The findings of the analysis were revealed during a […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 20th February 2019: Dubai Festival City, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate’s fully integrated mega project, is now accepting registrations for the Dragon Boat Challenge, set to be held on the 1st and 2nd of March. The Challenge which will be held at the Marsa Plaza Creek is open for corporates, universities, schools […]

DUBAI — Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Sports Council, Dubai will host its first International Master Competition for RC Aircraft from February 23-27. Supported by Dubai Sports Council, the Dubai Masters RC Championship will take place at the […]

Dubai, UAE, 20 February 2019: DP World PLC announces the acquisition of the holding company of P&O Ferries and P&O Ferrymasters (together P&O Ferries) for a purchase consideration of GBP322mn (USD421mn¹), implying a 2017 Enterprise Value/EBITDA valuation multiple of 6.1x. P&O Ferries is a pan-European integrated logistics business consisting of a market leading roll-on roll-off […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates,19 February 2019: Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, announced today that it has awarded four research proposals a total of AED 7,884,374 (USD 2,146,284), under its Evidence for Education in Emergencies (E-Cubed) research envelope. E-Cubed was launched in 2016 on the sidelines of the UN General […]

Kigali, Rwanda: A total of 20 startups from the UAE and Africa participated in the first-ever Chamberthon in Kigali, Rwanda, where participants collaborated and developed a framework for Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Global Business Forum Mentorship programme, new cross-border mentorship programme. Organised by Dubai Chamber, the Chamberthon was held during the Africa Tech […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 February 2019: Dubai Land Department (DLD) recently announced the launch of the Smart Audit initiative that allows the completion of real estate transactions on the same day. This comes as part of its tireless efforts to develop and formulate modern 10X initiatives that guarantee the smooth provision of services to […]

DUBAI, U.A.E., 19 FEBRUARY 2019 – Emirates announced today it will launch a four times weekly service between Portugal’s second largest city, Porto, and Dubai, from 2 July 2019. Porto will become Emirates’ second destination in Portugal after its capital, Lisbon, which the airline currently serves with two flights a day. The flight will be operated […]

Dubai-UAE: 18 February, 2019 – Dubai Industrial Park (DI), one of the largest industrial hubs in Dubai and a member of TECOM Group, has launched a report titled ‘Global Food Trends to 2030: With a Closer Look at the GCC‘ in collaboration with The Economist Intelligence Unit. The report, which DI commissioned in an effort to expand […]

Dubai, UAE – The Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative launched by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry in collaboration with Smart Dubai to support entrepreneurship, launched the 4th round of the Dubai Smartpreneur Competition today from the Chamber’s headquarters. The contest is in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid […]

DUBAI – Just over two months after hosting the Meraas Al Marmoom Ultramarathon – a gruelling 270km run that challenged the limits of human endurance – Al Marmoom will be back in the spotlight on Friday, February 22, testing participants to the limit as it hosts the region’s most exciting obstacle race, the 2019 Desert […]

Dubai, 18 February 2019: In splendid Willy Wonka fashion, the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature has announced that five Golden Tickets will be up for grabs for the 2019 Festival. Worth AED 20,000 each, the tickets give complete access to all sessions and special events, plus exclusive money-can’t-buy festival experiences.  Every Golden Ticket holder will […]

DUBAI, UAE 18 February 2019: The Emirates Official Store has launched a new limited edition collection of Expo 2020 themed aircraft models for aviation enthusiasts and passionate scale-modellers. The highly detailed models are part of a 15 aircraft model collection ranging from Airbus A380s to Boeing 777s featuring the signature Expo 2020 logo in three colours – […]

Dubai, February 17, 2019 – The second Russia-UAE-Africa Food Security Forum launches today (Monday, February 17, 2019) at the Dubai World Trade Centre, offering a prominent platform for discussions that seek to catalyse the transformation led by the global food security sector, strengthen commercial ties, and boost innovation in this vital sector. The Forum is […]

17th February 2019, Dubai: Novo Cinemas have done it again! The innovative and award-winning brand has unveiled its state-of-the-art flagship location at IMG Worlds of Adventure in Dubai. Bolstering through the region with their largest IMAX® with Laser cinema in Dubai, featuring next-generation Laser technology – Novo’s ultra-modern multiplex comes complete with a stunning ‘cosmic’ […]

Dubai, UAE – 17 February 2019 – Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation and Chairman of Emirates Foundation, and in partnership with the Ministry of Education, the 7th edition of Think Science Fair kicked off today.Under the theme of “Seven Fairs for […]

Dubai, UAE: Ryan Fox secured a maiden European Tour title at the ISPS Handa World Super 6 Perth with a convincing 3&2 triumph over Adrian Otaegui which moved the Kiwi to the cusp of the top 10 of the Race to Dubai Rankings. The 32 year old finished eight-under-par after 54 holes of strokeplay to […]

Dubai-UAE: 17 February, 2019 – JBR by Dubai Retail will celebrate Dubai Food Festival with #WOWJBR Cravings, featuring a line-up of exciting themed activities for the entire family. From 28 February to 2 March, singing and juggling chefs, as well as roaming candy and popcorn characters will entertain crowds across the destination’s 12 km long promenade. As part of […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 17th February, 2019: This weekend saw the first ever Dubai Canal Run kick off early on Friday morning alongside the sunrise. Over 1,000 participants of all ages and fitness levels came together to exercise and start the year on a healthier note, in the scenic surroundings of the Dubai Canal. […]

Dubai, UAE: Costa Rica’s Foreign Trade Promotion Agency (PROCOMER) has opened a new representative office at Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s headquarters which aims to promote bilateral ties and identify opportunities in the UAE that Costa Rican companies can benefit from. The inauguration ceremony was held in the presence of H.E. Maria del Pilar […]

Dubai, 17 February, 2019: The number of active business licenses issued to Kuwaiti entrepreneurs in Dubai has reached 2,052, according to a report issued by the Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai. These business licenses have 6507 investors including 6181 businessmen and 326 women entrepreneurs. Of the […]

Dubai, UAE – 16th February, 2019: Dubai’s agenda-setting position at the crossroads of global food and beverage trade will be further amplified when scores of government delegations, trade ministers and tens of thousands of food industry professionals descend on the 24th edition of Gulfood, which opens at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) on Sunday 17 […]

Dubai, UAE, February 16, 2019: By setting a target to support USD3 billion worth of non-oil exports and re-exports, Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI) has set a visionary strategy and growth plan aligned with the country’s economic agenda based on the diversification objectives of the UAE Vision 2021, during the recently concluded ECI 2019 Kick-Off Meeting […]

February 16, 2019; Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) announced its participation in the 24th edition of Gulfood, which is taking place at Dubai World Trade Center between 17-21 February, under the theme “The World of Good, The World of Food”. DAFZA is one of the UAE’s biggest supporters of the Halal […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 14 February 2019: Bluewaters, Meraas’ unique island destination and home to Ain Dubai, has launched ‘a three-month-long activation, dedicated to music, art, and dance, with the Street Music Festival that takes place over three weekends until 2 March. Live performances by popular local and international artists as well as established and emerging […]

Dubai, UAE; February 14, 2019: Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR) has reported a net profit of AED 7.216 billion (US$ 1.965 billion) in 2018, a 30 per cent increase over the net profit of AED 5.561 billion (US$ 1.514 billion) in 2017, prior to considering the effect of the IPO of Emaar Development and forex […]

Dubai, 14 February 2019: The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah – Dubai’s stunning new waterfront entertainment, dining and leisure destination – invites lovers of Arabic music to a breath-taking live performance by Wael Kfoury, known as The King of Romance, at a free concert on Friday, 22 February. The event – the first Arabic music concert […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 14 February 2019: Bluewaters Residences by Meraas has officially commenced the handover of its first completed units and welcomed its first residents to their new homes in the elegant mid-rise towers. With rolling vistas of the shimmering waters of the Arabian Gulf that stretch as far as the eye can see, the […]

OVERVIEW Expo 2020 Dubai has written a letter of love to the UAE to show its love for the nation that will host the biggest event the region has ever seen. On 14 February, Expo 2020 will share its handwritten letter, expressing love, commitment and a shared future, with the country that has given, and […]

Dubai, UAE, 14 February 2019 – Emirates airline today announced an order for 40 A330-900 aircraft, and 30 A350-900 aircraft, in a heads of agreement signed with Airbus. The deal is worth US$ 21.4 billion at list prices. The latest generation Airbus A330neo and A350 aircraft, will be delivered to Emirates starting from 2021 and 2024 […]

The entertainment concepts are evolving and have taken a completely new avatar with the growing popularity of virtual reality gaming concepts. Furthermore, drones and robots have also entered the fray and currently are in very high demand across FECs and indoor themeparks. Several such innovative technologies and concepts will be showcased at the upcoming DEAL […]

Five separate racing series kick-off at the Dubai Autodrome by Union Properties on 15 and 16 February, as the ‘home of UAE motorsports’ opens its gates for Lamborghini Super Trofeo Middle East Race this weekend. Headlining the two-day event will be the Lamborghini Super Trofeo Middle East, featuring identically prepared racing versions of the Lamborghini […]

Dubai Airports has partnered with action sports brand XDubai to deliver an incredible one-of-a-kind stunt by Emirati athlete and skydiver Mohammed Baker, as part of the new DXB brand which aims to position the world’s busiest international airport as a major destination for culture, hospitality, and entertainment. Millions of travellers passing through the world’s biggest […]

Dubai-UAE: 13 February, 2019 – As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the experience of residents and visitors of Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA) launched the DSO Community Market, a public event that offers a variety of engaging cultural, educational, sports, fitness, and leisure activities, arts and crafts, games, as well […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 13 February 2019: Al Seef, the bustling waterfront destination by Meraas in collaboration with Hala China, a joint initiative by Meraas and Dubai Holding, are hosting a Chinese Food Market to continue celebrating the Chinese New Year. From 7 to 23 February between 4pm and 10pm and on weekends from 12pm to […]

Dubai-UAE: 13 February, 2019 – Dubai’s premier beachfront destination Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) by Dubai Retail is gearing up to host the second edition of Street Beats, a 10-day music festival set to feature over 200 performances by 55 artists from over 20 countries. Street Beats is part of the ongoing #WOWJBR campaign, an interactive celebration of the […]

Dubai, UAE; February 13, 2019: Emaar Malls (DFM: EMAARMALLS), the shopping malls and retail business majority-owned by Emaar Properties (DFM: EMAAR), recorded full-year 2018 net profit of AED 2.230 billion (US$ 607 million), a growth of 7 per cent over the FY 2017 net profit of AED 2.086 billion (US$ 568 million). Revenue for FY […]

UAE, Dubai, 13 February – Within the context of its participation in the UAE Month of Innovation 2019 under the theme “Innovate For Health”, the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) launched its Innovation Strategy 2019-2021 for the healthcare future, In the presence of H.E. Dr. Youssif Al Serkal, Assistant Undersecretary for the Ministry’s Hospitals Sector, […]

Dubai, UAE; February 13, 2019: Emaar has opened doors for the public to the highest point in Burj Khalifa at levels 152, 153 and 154, towering at an imposing height of 575 meters, with the unveiling of The Lounge, Burj Khalifa. Billed to become the must-visit destination to relax, unwind and chill away the evening […]

Dubai, UAE: The season-ending US$8million DP World Tour Championship, Dubai, played at Jumeirah Golf Estates from November 21-24, 2019, is to become the richest prize in world golf after the European Tour today announced that the winner will now pocket a cheque for US$3 million, an increase of 125% from the US$1.33 million won by […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 12, 2019: The 6th edition of the Destination Wedding Planners Congress will witness the debut of the DWP ACE Awards in March this year in Dubai. The awards will honor the significant efforts of extraordinary talents of international wedding planners and suppliers who have shown their ultimate commitment towards innovation […]

Dubai, UAE; February 11, 2019: Customers have another opportunity to buy the most sought-after villas in Dubai in Emaar South, the green golf course mega-development located only 10 minutes from the Expo 2020 Dubai site and seven minutes from the Al Maktoum International Airport. Following the sell-out response to the launch of its first two […]

Dubai, UAE; February 13, 2019: The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) hosted today the tenth Annual Audit Outreach for registered auditors. The DFSA provided an overview of the Audit Monitoring Findings from 2018, and a range of updates that are intended to strengthen audit quality. In his opening address, Bryan Stirewalt, Chief Executive of the […]

Dubai-UAE: 13 February, 2019 – Sobha Realty, the leading premium real estate developer, has announced the handover of the phase one of Hartland Greens apartments, located in its iconic Sobha Hartland development in Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum (MBR) city. The company welcomed the first residents who moved into the community with a special housewarming event, […]

Dubai, UAE – 13 February 2019 – Emirates will link Phnom Penh (PNH) and Bangkok (BKK) with its new daily service set to launch on June 1, 2019. The service from Dubai to Phnom Penh, via Bangkok, will provide passengers travelling between the capital cities of Cambodia and Thailand with more flight options. Travellers from both […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 13 February 2019: Cyndi Lauper was definitely on to something when she sang “girls just wanna have fun”, and it’s the soundtrack to the unmissable new ladies’ night at Atlantis, The Palm’s uber-cool new hangout, Wavehouse. Taking place every Tuesday night from 7pm to 1am, girls can take advantage of free drinks […]

A delegation from foreign news agencies visited the Expo 2020 Dubai site on Tuesday. The visit took place on the sidelines of the delegation’s participation in the World Government Summit and the signing of the News Agencies Tolerance Charter and several Memoranda of Understanding with the Emirates News Agency, WAM. The delegation, which was accompanied […]

Global political and business decision makers, NGOs and philanthropists chose the seventh World Government Summit (WGS 2019) in Dubai to create a vision for a brighter, more sustainable future world this week. Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan spoke of a new era for investment opportunities in the country as it seeks to unshackle itself from […]

Dubai, UAE: Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has launched “Co-Founder Dubai”, a new matchmaking programme offering UAE startups access to talent, and aspiring co-founders the unique opportunity to become a business owner. The first-of-its-kind pilot programme, open to all UAE entrepreneurs, aims to improve the success rate of […]

Dubai, 12 February 2019: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a difference at The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah, Dubai’s dynamic new waterfront dining, entertainment and leisure destination. Indulge in a candlelit dinner for two overlooking the shimmering waters of Palm Jumeirah, or round up the family for a host of live entertainment and kids’ activities from 14 […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 9 February 2019: This Valentine’s Day, La Mer, the world-class beachfront destination by Meraas, invites residents and tourists to impress their loved ones with exciting offers and complimentary heart-shaped chocolates distributed across the destination to set the mood for the most romantic day of the year. On 14 February, visitors can […]

DUBAI, UAE: 12 February 2019 – Emirates has marked 20 years of successful operations in Lahore and Islamabad, two of Pakistan’s most populous cities. The award-winning airline has recorded solid year-on-year growth in Lahore and Islamabad over the years, carrying more than 8.4 million passengers on both routes in the last two decades. Emirates’ hub, Dubai, has […]

Valentine’s Day is just a few days away, so this year surprise your loved one with a luxurious experience at Reel Cinemas’ Platinum Suites. Pamper your beloved with a VIP-style deluxe experience and plan a romantic evening with a blockbuster movie and five-star gourmet food in an unmatched private lounge. Book a movie-date in The […]

Dubai, UAE; February 11, 2019: Customers have another opportunity to buy the most sought-after villas in Dubai in Emaar South, the green golf course mega-development located only 10 minutes from the Expo 2020 Dubai site and seven minutes from the Al Maktoum International Airport. Following the sell-out response to the launch of its first two […]

Dubai, UAE, 11 February 2019– Every year, millions of roses are gifted worldwide on Valentine’s Day resulting in a spike in demand for flowers in early February. To meet this requirement, major flower producing nations around the world including Kenya and Ecuador harvest and air-freight additional quantities of roses to important global centres of flower […]

Dubai, UAE: A total of 15 new member companies joined the Dubai Chamber Sustainability Network in 2018, while 18 new task forces established under the Network tackled key sustainability challenges faced by various industries in Dubai. These achievements were highlighted during a special ceremony recently held at Dubai Chamber’s premises where members of the Dubai […]

Dubai, UAE February 11, 2019: Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, and I.AM+ have announced that the AI-powered Omega platform will be rolled out for the first time in English and Arabic through Majid Al Futtaim’s Carrefour and VOX Cinemas brands in […]

The Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, issued 2,046 new licenses during January 2019, a growth of 20% compared to January 2018 (1,703). Among the new licenses issued, 64.5% were commercial, 33.7% professional, 1.2% related to tourism and 0.6% industry. The ‘Business Map’ digital platform of DED, […]

A new report compiled by Boston Global Consulting Group (BCG), titled ‘Towards A Broader View of National Performance’, prepared in collaboration with the 2019 World Government Summit, shines light on the need to go beyond the widely-used Gross Domestic Product (GDP) metric as a sole indicator of societal well-being and economic performance. Highlighting the need […]

Dubai, UAE: David Law made significant strides in the European Tour’s Race to Dubai after carding a sensational finish to overtake long-time leader Wade Ormsby and seal a maiden title in his rookie season at the ISPS Handa Vic Open. The 2018 Challenge Tour graduate was three shots back as he stood on the 16th […]

Kigali, Rwanda: Startups from the UAE and Africa will participate in the first-ever Chamberthon event that will be organised and hosted by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry during the Africa Tech Summit in Kigali, Rwanda, on February 13th-15th. Details about the Chamberthon and mentorship programme were revealed during a kick-off meeting held at Dubai […]

February 10, 2019 Dubai: South Energy, the energy solution’s arm of Dubai South, announced that it recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SP Group as part of its efforts to boost its district cooling capabilities by exploring key opportunities with the Singapore-based company. The agreement seeks to explore key opportunities through joint venture […]

10 February 2019 Dubai: Following a successful first term for the University of South Wales (USW) Dubai, the University is offering the first in a series of guest lectures and events at its Dubai South campus in 2019, to take place from 10am to 12pm on Sunday 17th February. The lecture and discussion around ‘Engineering […]

Mall of the Emirates has revealed that 39 lucky shoppers walked away with more than AED1.4 million worth of prizes during this year’s Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF). To celebrate this year’s Dubai Shopping Festival, Mall of the Emirates made it 15 times more rewarding to shop. Shoppers who spent AED 650 were given the chance […]

Dubai, UAE: Women are playing a vital role in shaping the UAE’s future, making the country a shining example of women empowerment, according to Dr Raja Al Gurg, Managing Director of Easa Saleh Al Gurg Group and President of the Dubai Business Women Council. Dr Al Gurg’s comments came during a felicitation event for her […]

Dubai, UAE: A high-level delegation from Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently visited Shanghai and Shenzhen and where they met with public and private sector stakeholders and discussed prospects for expanding Dubai-China economic cooperation in several areas of mutual interest such as innovation, smart city solutions, technology, manufacturing and tourism. The delegation was led […]

For Families harbouring a sense of adventure, Address Dubai Mall has partnered with VR Park Theme Park and Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo to dole out a special package that offers complimentary access to Dubai’s two leading world-class family entertainment destinations. Book your next family getaway at the premium city shopping retreat, Address Dubai Mall, […]

Dubai, 7 February 2019: Looking to surprise your loved one with an unforgettable experience on 14 February? Riverland™ Dubai, the charming dining and entertainment locale at Dubai Parks and Resorts offers couples the chance to celebrate the most romantic day of the year with an enchanting gondola ride, followed by a dinner under the stars […]

Dubai Islamic Bank, DIB, rang the market-opening bell today to celebrate the listing of a US$750 million Sukuk on Nasdaq Dubai. The Sukuk was 4.9 times oversubscribed with a profit rate of 6.25 per cent per annum, with nearly 40% of investor interest coming from outside the Middle East. As a perpetual non-call 6-year Sukuk, […]

Meraas concluded its Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) celebrations over the 31 January – 02 February weekend, and announced the final 50 winners of its DSF ‘Spend and Win’ promotion. Over the course of the six-week retail festival, 200 winners took home Meraas Gift Cards with a cumulative value of AED1 million. Upon spending AED200, visitors […]

The four-day long celebrations for the Chinese New Year are off to a glorious start with kids and adults enjoying its various activities and events at Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural Festival Park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment. The Chinese New Year began Tuesday, 5th February, and Global […]

Emirates is celebrating the season of love with its customers on board and in its lounges this Valentine’s Day. As part of its commitment to create seasonal menus and unique experiences for celebrations worldwide, Emirates has refreshed its Valentine’s Day offering to create a memorable travel experience for its customers. The celebrations kicks off in […]

Najahi Events, the Middle East’s edutainment leader, in partnership with Success Resources, the largest International Event Organiser for Tony Robbins, is bringing the world-renowned Number 1 life and business strategist to Dubai, where he will present his live energetic event on September 3rd. Pre-register for this highly anticipated show now via www.tonyrobbinsdxb.com to receive the […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 5th February 2019 – Anyone that’s on social media has probably noticed a spreading trend of people posting their then-and-now profile pictures. Well, as the rest of the world delighted in or rolled their eyes at the #10YearChallenge, Barasti wanted to play too. Never one to miss out on a trend, Barasti […]

Dubai, UAE (January 27, 2019): Ivor Novello-winning singer-songwriter, Tom Odell will perform in UAE for the very first time when he brings his Jubilee Road Tour to The Rotunda at Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai. The critically acclaimed English indie sensation will let his unique brand of vibrant piano-driven rhythms and majestic melodies loose on fans […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates,  5th February 2019 – With the world in an ever-increasing state of flux, it can be hard to second guess what impact new developments will have on our lives. Should we be excited by the tantalising possibilities of what lies ahead, or fearful of the transformation brought about by artificial intelligence? […]

The Chinese Lantern Festive Market on 16th February at Palazzo Versace Dubai, will prove a wonderful opportunity to get outside and take advantage of the glorious winter weather to enjoy an injection of culture, great food and lots to do, in this stunning property located on Dubai Creek. Beside an array of traditional Chinese delicacies […]

Emirates Post has issued a commemorative stamp to mark The Human Fraternity Meeting held in the capital, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, in the presence of His Holiness Pope Francis, the Head of the […]

Looking for an out-of-the-box Valentine’s experience this year? Make the day extra special by treating your loved one to a fun evening at Last Exit – a first-of its-kind food truck park concept by Meraas, open at four locations across Dubai. You can spend the perfect evening playing your favourite carnival games to win adorable […]

In line with its strategy to enhance the quality of various services in Dubai’s maritime sector and ensure customers’ happiness through collaboration with the private sector, the Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) organized an extensive workshop for private companies in the yacht industry. The workshop is the first of a series following the recent launch […]

A major contract to complete 29,000 sqm of public spaces at Expo 2020 Dubai – worth AED 169 million – has been awarded to a UAE-based contractor, reinforcing the World Expo’s commitment to support Emirati companies and create a long-term positive impact on the country’s economy. Arabtec Construction has secured the contract, which includes a […]

KidZania® Dubai, the premium edutainment attraction managed by Emaar Entertainment LLC, has launched a new and innovative attraction bringing young ones closer than ever to space science. The newest addition to the family, KidZania® Space Centre helps kids understand and learn about planets and stars in a fun yet educational way. With every feature replicating […]

Hala China, a joint initiative by Meraas and Dubai Holding, hosted the Hala China Grand Parade along Al Mustaqbal Street at City Walk, Meraas’ design-inspired open-air destination. Distinguished guests at the event included His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Her Excellency Tan Li, Acting Consul-General of the People’s Republic of China […]

The world’s most spectacular musical, The Phantom of the Opera, celebrated tickets going on-sale for its Middle Eastern debut by lighting up the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa. For just 120 seconds, fans got a taste of what is to come on 16th October 2019 with a bespoke audio-visual show that illuminated the Dubai […]

Emirates and China Southern Airlines (IATA code: CZ) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to progress a comprehensive reciprocal codeshare agreement, which is set to open up new destinations for passengers travelling between China and the Middle East and Africa. The partnership with the Guangzhou-based carrier also allows Emirates’ passengers to enjoy seamless connectivity […]

Two teams of Expo site workers were joined by international cricket stars Misbah-ul-Haq and Virender Sehwag for the Expo 2020 Dubai Cricket Tournament Final 2018/19. For the past three months, 32 teams of Expo site workers have been competing in cricket matches for the chance to take home the winners trophy. Al-Futtaim Carillion defeated Laing […]

Dubai Airports has announced a range of activities involving food, music, dedicated services and special amenities across the airport in celebration of the Chinese New Year. It’s all part of a comprehensive “China Ready” strategy designed to boost traffic between Dubai and the 13 destinations in China served by DXB. Apart from celebrating Chinese culture […]

A 2019 Rolls-Royce Ghost has been added to the aircraft transfer fleet at Dubai International’s (DXB) Al Majlis VIP Service at Terminal 3. The car was delivered by AGMC, the authorised dealer of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars in Dubai, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates. The Al Majlis VIP service offers guests connecting to commercial or private […]

On Thursday 31st January, the world’s most popular musical, The Phantom of the Opera, will light up the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, for one night only. Jointly presented by Broadway Entertainment Group and Dubai Opera, at 7.50pm a bespoke audio-visual show will illuminate the Dubai monument in celebration of the Middle East debut […]

The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah, Dubai’s stunning new waterfront dining and entertainment destination, is celebrating Chinese New Year with majestic Dragon Boat races, traditional music and dance, and lively performances on 1 and 2 February. Get ready to be transported to the streets of China at The Pointe, where you can feast on delicious Chinese […]

LEGOLAND® Dubai, part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, will put the light in ‘delightful’ this February, as it sets the stage to usher in the Lunar New Year with a number of festive activities for the entire family to enjoy. From 5 – 16 February 2019, […]

Foster + Partners, in association with Dubai Design District (d3), is presenting its first exhibition in the UAE, entitled ‘The Art of Sustainable Architecture’, investigating the work of the practice through the lens of sustainability. Located in Building 6 Atrium between 31 January – 28 February 2019 at Dubai Design District. Focussing on the importance […]

The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai launched three quality initiatives today aimed to accelerate future-readiness of the economy and enhance private sector participation in developing a competitive policy framework for achieving sustainable business growth along the sidelines of the third ‘Engage DXB Forum 2019.’ The Forum, held under the theme ‘Engage, Foresight, Collaborate,’ […]

Ibn Battuta Mall is celebrating Chinese New Year with an exciting Shop & Win promotion that will see one lucky winner drive home in a brand new Haval H6 top-of-range sports utility vehicle (SUV). Customers can enter the draw by spending AED200 or more at any outlet at Ibn Battuta Mall from 3 to 20 […]

From February 1st-10th, visitors to The Dubai Mall can explore China’s traditions and culture through various art forms as Chinese New Year celebrations come to life. Under the theme China Art, the mall will offer an exciting programme of authentic activities showcasing art, music and dance through arts & crafts workshops, traditional Chinese games and […]

Dubai-based flydubai today has announced the start of flights to Tashkent (TAS) the capital of Uzbekistan. The five times weekly service between Dubai and Tashkent will start from 11 March 2019 and will become a daily operation from 31 May 2019. flydubai has been flying to Central Asia since November 2010 with the launch of […]

Bryson DeChambeau’s record-breaking triumph at the Omega Dubai Desert Classic saw the American emphatically enter the European Tour’s Race to Dubai Rankings in fourth place after receiving 710 points for his resounding win. The 25 year old, who has won four of his last nine events, cruised to victory at Emirates Golf Club with a […]

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, has met with Apple CEO Tim Cook at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. During the meeting, Sheikh Hamdan affirmed that the UAE and Dubai’s experiments present a model for development and offer an incubator […]

The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah, Dubai’s newest dining, entertainment and leisure destination, is hosting an exciting line-up of free-to-attend weekend sports and fitness activities between now and 9 February 2019. Carnival games, yoga, Zumba, Kangoo Jumps, CrossFit, Pound workouts, boxing, performances by Parkour DXB and more are on offer at The Pointe, which is aiming […]

Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, today celebrated the opening of its new Emirates Skywards Centre in Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport (DXB). The centre was inaugurated by Dr Nejib Ben Khedher, Senior Vice President, Emirates Skywards and Nick Moore, Senior Vice President, Passenger Services, Emirates. The Emirates Skywards Centre […]

Dubai World Trade Centre, DWTC, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Los Angeles-based live content creators, FiveCurrents, to deliver new entertainment events in the UAE, through DXB Live, the experiential arm of DWTC. The MoU was signed at DWTC by Khalid Al Hammadi, VP – Live Events & Experience, DWTC, and Scott Givens, President […]

If your busy schedule stops you fulfilling your shopping needs during daytime, Mall of the Emirates’ ‘Shop the Night Away’ might be the perfect solution. Discover the ultimate DSF shopping experience with Shop the Night Away at Mall of the Emirates on January 23. From 6pm until midnight, visitors will be able to pick up […]

The Region’s First Sports Performance Training & Fitness Centre Led By US Olympic Champion What is MJP Dubai? Located at Mina Rashid, the region’s first sports performance training and fitness center, Michael Johnson Performance (MJP) Dubai, has officially opened its state-of-the-art venue to all athletes and fitness enthusiasts. What is being offered? The 48,438 square […]

City Walk, the design-inspired open-air lifestyle destination by Meraas, continues to celebrate the 24th Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) with its signature event – Streets Meet the City. City Walk brings you the best urban vibes this DSF with street culture, art, live entertainment and an artisan market. You can drum up some fun beats, get […]

Boxpark, the hip urban destination by Meraas, is celebrating the 24th Dubai Shopping Festival with musical entertainment and attractive prizes. Over the next two weekends – 24 to 26 January and 31 January to 2 February, visitors to Boxpark can enjoy entertainment that includes a trio of musicians – a singer, a saxophonist and a […]

Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure conglomerate across the Middle East, Africa and Asia today announced during the World Economic Forum in Davos, its partnership with Los Angeles-based technology company, I.AM+. Founded by innovator and global music artist, will.i.am, I.AM+ will offer Majid Al Futtaim its Omega platform, an AI-powered […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts, heritage, and literature, in partnership with Meraas, held the opening ceremony to mark the Dubai debut of international art exhibition titled ‘Streets of the World.’ Known as the world’s largest photo exhibition, Streets of the World will run from 21st January […]

Emaar has made significant progress in the construction of five new retail link bridges that will further strengthen road connectivity to The Dubai Mall, the world’s most-visited retail and lifestyle destination. Scheduled to open in February, the retail link bridges connect the mall with Doha Road/Financial Centre Road. The new bridges are part of The […]

Etisalat today received ‘ The Most Valuable Portfolio Brand’ in Middle East and North Africa (MENA) by Brand Finance as a recognition for the company’s impressive portfolio of brands becoming the first Middle East group to break the $10 billion barrier in terms of wider portfolio value. Etisalat boasts of a portfolio of brands such […]

Following the successful opening of the 24th edition of Carpet Oasis on 20 January (Sunday) at City Walk, Meraas and the organising committee of Carpet Oasis at Dubai Customs have signed a three-year strategic partnership agreement. As per the agreement, Meraas will host the next three editions of Dubai’s most awaited and spectacular annual carpet festival, […]

Emirates has introduced an innovative new function on its app to allow customers to create bespoke playlists ahead of their flight and sync it to their seats once on board. Customers can plan their trip more effectively, and maximise their onboard experience by using the Emirates app to browse the expansive entertainment catalogue at any time. ice, […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) organised a ceremony to honour real estate brokers operating in Dubai for their outstanding performance during 2018, according to a number of select categories. The ceremony was attended by His Excellency Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of DLD; His Excellency Eng. Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, CEO of RERA; the event organizer; […]

To celebrate Valentine’s Day on the 14th February 2019, Roxy Cinemas are giving film-fans the chance to spoil their loved ones with an exclusive screening of all-time-favourite romantic classic, Notting Hill – available on the 13th and 14th February in Roxy Platinum Plus at City Walk, The Beach and Box Park. For those in search of a new […]

City Walk, the design-inspired open-air lifestyle destination by Meraas, continues to celebrate the 24th Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) with its signature event – Streets Meet the City. City Walk brings you the best urban vibes this DSF with street culture, art, live entertainment and an artisan market. You can drum up some fun beats, get […]

Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group’s (DGJG) ongoing promotions for gold and diamond jewellery is acting as a major catalyst to increase the shopper participation for the running Dubai Shopping Festival. With over thousands of participants in the first 24 days of the promotion, the group has received a magnificent response from both residents and tourists […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for strategic cooperation with the UAE International Investors Council (UAEIIC). The MoU was signed by HE Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of DLD, and HE Jamal Saif Al Jarwan, Secretary-General of UAEIIC. The MoU aims to share knowledge, experiences, and institutional expertise at all […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced that world-renowned inspirational speaker, leadership expert and best-selling author Tommy Spaulding will headline the closing ceremony for the 10th cycle of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum (MRM) Business Award and the 2nd cycle of the MRM Business Innovation Award. The prestigious ceremony, held under the patronage […]

Central Park Towers, one of Dubai’s leading commercial, retail, and residential destinations in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has been tremendously successful in attracting prestigious tenants to their commercial office tower. The building continues to attract corporate businesses, and government departments with its convenient location, design aesthetics, and value for money proposition. Two key government […]

Shane Lowry surged to the summit of the European Tour’s Race to Dubai after holding off a relentless Richard Sterne to complete a sensational wire-to-wire victory at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship presented by EGA. The 31 year old started the final day with a three-shot lead over South African Sterne but surrendered the advantage after […]

Middle Eastern dishes are full of flavours, thanks to the exotic herbs and spices and believe it or not, there is a lot more to Middle Eastern food than just chickpeas and hummus! Get ready for an exceptional culinary delight at Vida Downtown every Thursday evening with the new ‘Taste of Arabia’ experience. The ‘Taste […]

Dubai-based Viva City has announced the completion of the first floor of its Sport Society mall – the world’s largest sports mall. Construction of this landmark project in the Mirdif area of Dubai is on track and shall be completed by the end of 2019 and will open in the first quarter of 2020. The […]

The Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED), represented by the Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector, and the Kuwait Business Council in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance bilateral relations and create opportunities for developing Kuwaiti projects managed through social media websites, in addition to exploring business opportunities […]

On the eve of the Global Teacher Prize ceremony, the Varkey Foundation will hold ‘The Assembly: A Global Teacher Prize Concert’ as a joyful ‘thank you’ to teachers all around the world for the unsung work they do every day. On Saturday 23rd March ten thousand people are expected to join Little Mix, who are […]

Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) celebrations continue at La Mer, the world-class beachfront destination by Meraas, with a series of fun-filled events, activities, and great shopping deals. Dazzling firework displays, breath-taking fire shows and musical performances entertain visitors during the festival period, while visitors to La Mer can participate in an exciting ‘Spend and Win’ competition. […]

Pair up with loved ones for an unforgettable time and laughs in City Centre Me’aisem and City Centre Al Shindagha’s engaging ‘The Great Claw Machine’ game this DSF from January 10 until February 6. With the aim of bringing unique, interactive family entertainment for the community all-year-round, the malls have launched this exciting activity, fit […]

dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, continues to enhance its global catering operations, today opening a new, state-of-the-art catering facility in the capital of Australia, Canberra. Representing an investment of AUD$ 6.5 million, the newest dnata facility allows the company to meet the increased demand for its quality services and create capacity […]

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, celebrated a hat trick win at the 2018 Business Traveller Africa Awards. Emirates received awards for Best Business Class – for the second consecutive year, Best International Long-Haul Airline and Best Airport Business Lounge, underpinning its brand promise to offer a ‘better’ flying experience. The Lounge award is for Emirates’ […]

From unmissable shopping deals to exceptional entertainment and competitions, The Outlet Village has exciting activities lined up for everyone this Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF). Running till 2 February 2019, the indoor shopping and leisure destination by Meraas has rolled out incredible promotions on already discounted items from over 90 high-end brands. The destination has put together ‘Fashion […]

Emirates will operate its A380 aircraft to and from Amman between 01 June and 26 October 2019, in response to increased demand for travel during the summer period. This adjustment will see the airline operate one of its three daily flights on the route (EK 903/904) with its flagship A380. This will be the first […]

Following overwhelming sales response to the launch of Expo Golf Villas, Emaar has launched its second phase, with a limited collection of three and four-bedroom premium villas set only 10 minutes from the Expo 2020 Dubai site and seven minutes from the Al Maktoum International Airport. Overlooking an 18-hole championship golf course, the Expo Golf […]

The strategic partnership between Dubai’s two airlines, Emirates and flydubai, continues to open up the world for travellers since its launch 14 months ago, and is set to grow even further in 2019 with new codeshare destinations to be added. The partnership, which came into effect at the end of October 2017, has since delivered a number of […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry led a delegation of UAE retail leaders to New York earlier this week to participate in NRF 2019: Retail’s Big Show, the world’s largest retail expo and conference, where the delegates explored the latest trends and technologies reshaping the future of the global retail sector. The delegation was headed […]

Dubai Frame has attracted the attention of a large number of visitors to Dubai, as it received a million visitors from around the world during its first year of opening. “The Dubai Frame comes from the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to […]

Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, today unveiled the scale and impact of its efforts and achievements during 2018, which marked the “Year of Zayed”. As of today, the UAE-based global philanthropic organization has launched 183 programs worth AED 787.39 million (USD 214 million), thus impacting the lives of 18.76 […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry today hosted a high-level Kiribati delegation led by the country’s President H.E. Taneti Maamau in an effort to enhance bilateral relations and explore new avenues of economic cooperation. During a meeting at Dubai Chamber’s headquarters, H.E. Maamau expressed his intention to open up Kiribati’s economy and establish new partnerships […]

If your little ones are curious by nature and love to play Sherlock Homes or Conan, then this activity is an absolute must to try! KidZania® Dubai has launched a new activity called “KidZ Detective” that gives kids the chance to learn and practice all the skills needed to become a detective in a fun, […]

Calling all budding furniture and household design superstars – JYSK wants you! The Danish retail chain JYSK is on the look out for aspiring designers to create the next must-have statement piece every home in Dubai can’t be without. And win AED 10,000 in the process. JYSK, pronounced ‘yusk’, has launched a new competition to […]

New year, new job, new country? A stint abroad could be the key to unlocking a more confident, creative and adaptable you according to HSBC’s Expat Explorer survey, as it announces the best countries in the world to work abroad. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) marks its third consecutive year in the top five, retaining […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) welcomed a US real estate delegation yesterday comprising several governmental and private institutions in response to an invitation sent to brokers, developers, licensed real estate agents, and a large number of investors to visit Dubai. The visiting delegation included more than 150 real estate agents and 11 investors who will review […]

The DP World Tour Championship, Dubai has retained its five-star rating in the fourth edition of Dubai Sports Council’s Sports Events Ranking System. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, has given his seal of approval to the rankings for 2017-18 […]

Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural Festival Park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, now hosts three performances every night of Scheherazade, a grand scale musical production of the classic tale of intrigue and adventure, produced by Ornina Arts Events and directed by the legendary Nasser Ibrahim. It plays daily, except Fridays, until 3rd February […]

The UAE is forecast to achieve an average real GDP growth rate of 3.8% between 2019 and 2023, supported by an increase in investment flows and private consumption, according to new analysis from Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Key drivers of UAE economic growth The findings of the analysis, based on the Dubai Chamber […]

Tickets for the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature have gone on sale today, with the news of even more big names appearing at the event. Humanitarian and women’s rights campaigner Zainab Salbi, world-renowned ballerina and Strictly Come Dancing judge Dame Darcey Bussell, iconic UK Radio DJ Tony Blackburn and the world’s leading expert on women’s […]

Expo 2020 Dubai has taken a significant step towards its target to divert 85 per cent of waste from landfill after joining forces with Dulsco, an environmental organisation at the forefront of the UAE’s waste management sector. As Expo 2020’s Official Waste Management Partner, Dulsco will implement innovative solutions, supporting Dubai’s aim to host one […]

Fairgreen International School has launched an eco-friendly challenge for students and the community to embrace sustainable New Year’s resolutions that will contribute to protecting the planet and overall health and wellbeing. Starting in 2019 the #Fairgreen12 Challenge encourages the public to submit eco-resolutions they are committing to in the new year by uploading images and […]

The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai issued 20,467 new licences during the year 2018 as the emirate continued to enhance its appeal as a destination for sustainable business growth.  Overall, 248,769 business registration and licensing transactions were recorded in the ‘Business Map’ digital platform of DED in 2018 – an increase of 4.6% […]

Set alongside the iconic Meydan Racecourse, Soho Garden brings the vibe of London’s Soho district into the heart of Dubai. Due to the popularity of the Wednesday ladies night, the urban hub has decided to double-up the fun and now offers the ladies night deal on Tuesday as well with an incredible live music set. […]

Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) celebrations continue at La Mer, the world-class beachfront destination by Meraas, with a series of fun-filled events, activities, and great shopping deals. Dazzling firework displays, breath-taking fire shows and musical performances entertain visitorsduring the festival period, while visitors to La Mer can participate in an exciting ‘Spend and Win’ competition. The destination has transformed […]

The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has confirmed that the date of supply for Value Added Tax (VAT) with regard to Independent Directors’ services is determined either in accordance with the general rules or the special rules, depending mainly on whether the fees for the said directors were known from the outset or not. Where such […]

Tickets for the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature have gone on sale today, with the news of even more big names appearing at the event. Humanitarian and women’s rights campaigner Zainab Salbi, world-renowned ballerina and Strictly Come Dancing judge Dame Darcey Bussell, iconic UK Radio DJ Tony Blackburn and the world’s leading expert on women’s […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) identified an increasing demand on its various applications. DLD monitored the activity of its customers, the number of times customers downloaded DLD applications on Android and iOS platforms. The monitoring included DLD’s various applications: Dubai Brokers, Dubai Rest, Dubai Land Department, Ejari, Mashrooi, Rental Disputes Center, Smart Investment Map, and Dubai […]

The Kingdom of Thailand will showcase the transformation of its unique charm into the ‘smart’ country of Thailand 4.0 through its pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. The pavilion’s design and exhibitions will showcase the country as a regional hub of technology and digital innovations, as well as highlighting the ‘Thai DNA’ of thoughtfulness and smiles […]

Dubai Festival City Mall’s outdoor waterfront, Festival Bay, is being transformed into a Pirate’s haven for the 17th of January 2019, with the launch of the new IMAGINE show, ‘A Pirates Tale.’ ‘A Pirates Tale’ tells the adventurous story of pearl diver Ameer, as he fights pirates in his quest to rescue his beloved Ayesha […]

This DSF, some of the world’s most talented street artists will be creating live visual spectacles at The Dubai Mall, for the inaugural Street Fest in partnership with the DTCM. To be hosted over 10 days from January 10th -19th, the Street Fest promises to deliver non-stop family entertainment, fun and wonder to the delight […]

Dubai Exports, the export promotion agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai, recently participated in a series of events in Egypt, Ivory Coast and Nigeria as part of its efforts to promote UAE products and services across promising international markets and connect local trade to the best gateways in the African continent. […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) today commenced the operation of an exclusive Dubai Ferry route for Emaar’s visitors and residents linking The Dubai Mall, the world’s most-visited retail and lifestyle destination in Downtown Dubai, and Dubai Marina Mall. Inaugurated in the presence of senior officials of RTA and Emaar, the new Dubai Ferry service […]

City Walk, the design-inspired open-air lifestyle destination by Meraas, is marking the 24th Dubai Shopping Festival with an exciting line-up of family-friendly activities and attractive prizes. Over the next two weekends – 11 to 12 January and 18 to 19 January, the destination gives children a chance to discover their talents and practice diverse skills. […]

Central Bank of the UAE announced that it will be issuing a commemorative silver coin and a commemorative one Dirham coin, on the occasion of hosting the Asian Cup – UAE 2019, with effect from Wednesday 09/01/2019. First: The Commemorative Silver Coin:-   Following are the general specifications of the commemorative silver coin:-     […]

The Dubai Mall announces ART+ Series, an aspirational platform dedicated to showcasing exceptional forms of art, museum-worthy exhibits or one-of-a-kind heritage collections from leading brands. The initiative aims to deliver a continuous programme of outstanding exhibits throughout the year, creating renewed and elevated experiences for guests. Through a continuous showcase of culture, heritage or innovation […]

Air Maniax, a brand new indoor leisure destination has just opened in Dubai, promising a unique experience for all the family. The purpose built indoor adventure park offers 23,000 sq ft of activities, with something for all ages from two years olds, kids, teenagers and adults. Created by the Dubai based team behind the View […]