The Sustainable City, the Middle East’s first fully operational sustainable community, has joined hands with #TeamAngelWolf, to support the Dubai Fitness Challenge, launched by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, with a free, inclusive programme hosted for the community. At […]

HANRO, the world’s leading premium brand for high-quality lingerie, nightwear, and loungewear, has opened a new store in Dubai this month (October), which is the first HANRO store in the United Arab Emirates. The boutique is located in the new Fashion Avenue of the Dubai Mall, one of the largest and most luxurious shopping centres in the world. HANRO offers a complete selection of styles from its women’s and men’s collections on over 70 square meters. The store concept meets the high standard of the mall: the six meters high ceilings convey a unique sense of space. At the same time, the indirect lighting creates a pleasant and intimate atmosphere. HANRO’s Managing Director Stephan Hohmann is pleased with the first store in the United Arab Emirates: “In Dubai, we can […]

Emaar Hospitality Group is all set to mark the festive season and welcome the New Year with an unparalleled array of extraordinary festive experiences and sensational year-end events in the heart of Dubai. The incredible host of celebrations showcased at http://www.myfestivedubai.com include over 100 offerings at more than 15 destinations across the city, to offer residents and visitors […]

Fintech Summit, organised by leading regional deal facilitation company Naseba, brought together the Middle East and Africa region’s most prominent Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) institutions, technology providers and funders to share the latest trends and disruptive developments transforming the industry. Innovations in the field of RegTech, blockchain, robotics, AI and digital-only banking are […]

Emirates has expanded the network of destinations served by its flagship A380 aircraft with the launch of new scheduled A380 services to Hamburg and Osaka this week. The inaugural A380 service from Dubai to Osaka landed on October 28 at 16:55 local time while the second A380 service launch from Dubai to Hamburg landed at […]

City Centre Me’aisem, Majid Al Futtaim’s community shopping, lifestyle and entertainment destination, is inviting parents and children to do their spookiest costumes for the first ever Halloween celebration on October 31. The community mall, favoured by families residing in the surrounding residential areas, will be on the lookout for the best Halloween costumes. On October […]

Emirates Skywards has launched an on-demand ground transportation booking app called Emirates Skywards Cabforce in partnership with CarTrawler – the first of its kind in the world. The app is a mobile travel companion that will offer its loyalty members an affordable and efficient transportation service in 27 countries and 117 cities across the world […]

Hala China, a joint initiative between Meraas and Dubai Holding, has announced Dubai Fashion Days, a new eight-day event of fashion-centric programming that seeks to spotlight leading talent from the Middle East and China. Dubai Fashion Days is being organised in collaboration with JollyTrust, a subsidiary of the e-commerce platform JollyChic, and Arab Fashion Week. […]

Riverland™ Dubai, the free-to-enter themed recreational hub at Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, is throwing the biggest Halloween party for families from 30th October to 3rd November. Riverland™ Dubai will give out 50,000 free candies to trick-or-treaters and the best Halloween costumes will also win exciting prizes. […]

Students and educators across the UAE have held a week of activities to celebrate Two Years To Go until Expo 2020 Dubai. Supported by the Ministry of Education, ‘Expo Week’ began on 21 October, 2018, the day after Expo 2020 marked the start of its two-year countdown with a community event in Burj Park, Dubai. […]

KhalifaSat successfully launched into space today from Tanegashima Space Centre in Japan onboard the H-IIA rocket. KhalifaSat is the first-ever Emirati-designed satellite, manufactured with 100% local expertise and developed in clean rooms in technology labs at the Space Technology Laboratories of Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre. The satellite is one of the most technologically advanced […]

The competitive price of premium residential real estate in Dubai is underpinned by the huge potential for growth by the city – which in turn means stronger appreciation and returns on investment – as Dubai continues to record sustained growth led by its firm economic fundamentals. In particular, Downtown Dubai’s price offers the most competitive […]

The Public Transport Agency at Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will operate four dedicated bus routes for serving visitors of the Global Village as of November 1.  The launch of the service concurs with the opening of the Global Village season 2018. The four bus routes are 102, 103, 104 and 106. “RTA is […]

Emirates is gearing up to launch the world’s first “biometric path” which will offer its customers a smooth and truly seamless airport journey at the airline’s hub in Dubai International airport. Utilising the latest biometric technology – a mix of facial and iris recognition, Emirates passengers can soon check in for their flight, complete immigration […]

A cultural extravaganza is on offer for residents and visitors to UAE this year at Global Village, the world-leading multicultural festival park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping and entertainment, as it opens its 23rd season in Dubai on Tuesday, 30th October, 2018. Under the theme “Explore, Experience, Enjoy. This Way!”, Global […]

A delegation led by Tariq Al Gurg, Chief Executive Officer at Dubai Cares, visited Rwanda as part of a monitoring and evaluation trip to witness the progress of its two programs launched in 2017. The first program of the UAE-based global philanthropic organization, part of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, is focused on […]

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced that it will be supporting the second edition of Dubai Fitness Challenge 2018 as a sponsor and participant. An initiative of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, the Dubai Fitness Challenge […]

John Varvatos, an American luxury menswear brand, is set to open their first store in the Middle East. Opening in the new Dubai Mall fashion avenue, John Varvatos is a brand that occupies a unique place in the landscape of American design. With a unique brand position that unites a rock n’ roll sensibility, old world […]

To kick off the new outdoor season, The Beach by Meraas is set to host ‘23 Days to Fall in Love with The Beach’, a three-week extravaganza that showcases the best of the destination’s multifaceted offerings. Divided into three experiential weeks dedicated to the main pillars of The Beach – Dine, Shop, and Play – […]

Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate’s flagship office building, Festival Tower, at Dubai Festival City, is now home to the International Institute for Tolerance (IIT), making the tower a powerhouse of diverse and prestigious government offices. IIT was founded in 2017 upon the decision by his Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of […]

English singer-songwriter sensation, George Ezra is set to perform in Dubai for the first time as he unleashes his arena-filling choruses and soulful energy on January 22nd, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Tickets for the must-see live event can be purchased through www.ticketmaster.ae from 12:00pm on October 30. Having recently earned the accolade of […]

Dubai World Central, DWC, has added another name to its growing list of international airlines with the arrival of the inaugural flight of Pegas Fly (Ikar Airlines) on Saturday. Pegas Fly will operate charter flights into DWC from multiple destinations in Russia, which has emerged as one of the most important destination countries for Dubai […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading financial hub in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region, has concluded the first edition of its ‘Finance for Youth’ programme, which gathered over 45 select Emirati finance and business students and fresh graduates for five days of insightful talks and conversations at The Academy. Held […]

Xander Schauffele surged to fourth place in the Race to Dubai after securing a maiden European Tour title with a dramatic play-off victory over Tony Finau at the WGC-HSBC Champions, China. The American started the day three back from his fellow countryman but reeled him in after carding the lowest round of the day with […]

Design, art and innovation are at the very core of Kohler Co., the global brand’s participation in the Dubai Design Week serves as a platform to further celebrate these core values. Kohler believes that good design is a language that crosses borders, and that good design draws inspiration from culture, art, and the very people it […]

Pure Gold Jewellers, the award winning jewellery retailer, is celebrating Diwali, the Festival of Lights, with an intricately designed diamond and gold collection in floral motifs.  Diwali is considered an auspicious time to buy precious jewellery and Pure Gold Jewellers’ exquisite collection is inspired by flowers that are central to Diwali celebrations as those who […]

The winners of the Dubai Maritime Innovation Award were revealed in a special awarding ceremony held at Dubai Maritime Summit 2018, a high-level gathering of experts being staged during the UAE Maritime Week 2018. The award recipients consisting of national, regional, and international companies were honored for their pioneering efforts to advance creativity and innovation […]

Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest multi-themed leisure and entertainment destination in the Middle East, is gearing up for the winter season with longer opening hours, festive celebrations and a range of annual passes designed to suit everyone’s tastes. The annual pass is hugely popular – and offers unbeatable value and exciting benefits including one-year […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, UAE Maritime Week, a first-of-its-kind event on the regional map, kicked off today (October 28, 2018), with the participation of leading global maritime industry leaders attending to discuss the maritime sector’s […]

Golden Mile Galleria is hosting a trick-or-treat themed Hallowe’en parade for kids on Friday, 2 November at 5pm. Children can dress-up in Hallowe’en-themed costumes, make-up and hairstyles to join the procession, and enjoy an exciting line-up of activities, games and treats. The parade starts at Golden Mile Galleria Building 9 (Organic Foods and Café) and ends […]

Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai is partnering with Fitness First to host a range of activities including body mass index measurements, group exercises, workout competitions, morning walks and more, in support of the Dubai Fitness Challenge that is running from 26 October to 24 November. In line with the mission of the Challenge to encourage […]

Emaar Entertainment’s KidZania® Dubai turns into a haunted house this Halloween! Kids can look forward to a spooky experience as exclusive activities and Halloween themed events are being organised for the spine-chilling festival. The attraction will be decorated with scattered spiders, skeletons, big pumpkin monsters and scary character cut-outs accompanied with special sound effects to […]

Headed by HE Michèle Alliot‐Marie, a delegation from the EU Parliament visited IHC today. On behalf of IHC Chairperson, HRH Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein, wife of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai and Board of Directors, the CEO, Giuseppe Saba, welcomed […]

Cigna, a global health services provider dedicated to helping people improve their health, well-being and sense of security, is warming up to host the third edition of its popular active lifestyle event, the Cigna Park Run, as part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge 2018. The fun family event will take place at Al Ittihad Park […]

Blockchain will be a key focus at the 3rd annual Fintech Summit being held in Dubai on 30th October 2018 on board the Queen Elizabeth 2 at Port Rashid. Organised by leading regional deal facilitation company Naseba, the conference will bring together over 200 leading Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) decision makers (CEOs, COOs, […]

The Color Run presented by Daman has teamed up with UAE charity, Friends of Cancer Patients to give love to unsung heroes, on the eve of this year’s 2018 event, which is set to take place on Saturday 10th November 2018. The collaborative campaign, designed to champion those individuals who really make a difference, invites […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in conjunction with Philips Lighting, has launched a pilot project at Jumeirah Corniche. The Project aims to identify the benefits of implementing the Intelligent Pedestrian and Cycling Track Lighting System at Jumeirah Corniche. The system adapts the luminary level to the need and movement of road users. Explaining the […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts, heritage, and literature, launched a photo exhibition in August under the theme ‘Mosques of the World’ in cooperation with the Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA) and Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding (SMCCU). This exhibition […]

Emirates Cooperative Society UAE’s leading grocer that has a chain of supermarkets and hypermarkets in the UAE, today announced their expansion plans with the launch of their new look community supermarket branded ‘Market Street’ near to fish roundabout, Al Muteena, Deria, Dubai. The store is operational and currently offering great deals to boost early customers. […]

The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai received a team from the Expo 2020 Volunteers programme, which is on a tour of government and private sector entities in the emirate. His Excellency Ali Ibrahim, Deputy Director General of DED, received the Expo 2020 Dubai portable stand, which arrived today at the DED Headquarters in […]

Al-Futtaim ACE has a PRICE CRASH promotion with up to 25% off selected products, including Home, Outdoor Garden, Automotive, Paint, DIY and select pet products. There are also special offers for Diwali. Details of the event: Event: Al-Futtaim ACE PRICE CRASH Date: October 24 and 28 – online only ; October 25 to 27 – […]

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) is taking part in the international Big Bad Wolf Books Sale, which Dubai is hosting for the very first time on October 18-28, 2018, in Dubai Studio City. The event is the biggest of its kind in the world, offering significant discounts to incentivise the community […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts, heritage, and literature, has announced the list of partners and finalists for the Islamic Creative Economy (ICE) Competition, which was launched in partnership with Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC). The winners will be announced during the Global Islamic Economy Summit […]

Following the sell-out customer response to Collective, the first co-living community in Dubai Hills Estate, the serene, lush lifestyle destination located only 15 minutes from Downtown Dubai and City Walk, Emaar has unveiled its second phase – Collective 2.0. Enabling customers to stop renting and start owning, the Collective 2.0 homes start at AED 664,888 […]

The UAE is keen on promoting happiness and so is the Art of Living, which celebrated the milestone of touching 10,000 lives in the country through its flagship initiative, Happiness Program. In line with the vision of country’s Happiness Agenda, the program is fuelling nation’s transformation to happiness by providing sustainable scientific and holistic solutions […]

The Women Committee at Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) took part in the Pink October 2018 initiative aiming at raising the public awareness about breast cancer through different activities. The Committee organised a Pink Caravan of 11 abras from Jaddaf Marine Station to the Dubai Water Canal Station. The initiative is a gesture of […]

Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail, and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia today announced an investment in Wadi which operates Wadi Grocery, the fastest growing online grocery delivery platform in Saudi Arabia. The investment in Wadi is part of a US$ 30 million funding round that will help […]

The Sustainable City, the Middle East’s first full-fledged sustainable development, has achieved a milestone 99% occupancy in addition to significant improvements in energy and water use efficiency. These impressive results were highlighted at WETEX 2018 held at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. This is the third consecutive year of The Sustainable City’s participation […]

Emirates, one of the world’s most awarded airlines for its industry-leading services, invites global travellers to “Fly Better” with the launch of its bold new brand promise. “On this day in 1985, Emirates flew its first customers from Dubai to Karachi. While the airline has grown exponentially since, our promise to customers remains unchanged – […]

Dubai International Art Centre proudly hosts its 63rd Members Exhibition, at Gallery 76 at Dubai International Art Centre from 3rd to 13th November 2018, this show celebrates the creativity & talent of its members and is open to the public. This exhibition will showcase creations from its students who represent a diverse demographic of amateur […]

China Mobile International Limited (CMI) yesterday announces the launch of its Middle East office in Dubai, further deepening its investment and collaboration with the Middle East. CMI will work to deepen relationship with local operators and foster growth in size and diversity of products and services. In line with China Mobile’s Big Connectivity strategy, CMI […]

Dubai Industrial Park (DI), one of the largest industrial hubs in the UAE and a member of TECOM Group, explored future trade opportunities at the fourth edition of the annual UAE-India Economic Forum (UIEF) that aims to strengthen the long-standing strategic ties between the two countries. Held at the Habtoor Grand Resort in Dubai, the […]

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has pledged its renewed commitment to supporting tourism into Vietnam and bilateral trade, with a special focus on Ho Chi Minh City, by signing global marketing agreements to promote tourism to the city from the United Arab Emirates and encouraging trade and investment. H.E. Mr. Nguyen Thanh Phong, the […]

Ahmad Bin Shafar, CEO of Empower, attended the opening ceremony of the fifth World Green Economy Summit (WGES), in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Maktoum Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Deputy Ruler of Dubai. The Summit is being held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice […]

Users of nol cards issued by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) can now use their cards to pay for purchases at all retail outlets of Carrefour affiliated to Majid Al Futtaim Group across Dubai. The procedure has been enabled through a Mercury payment scheme, a leading firm in this field. “This service is now […]

BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the premier Bollywood-themed park that is part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region in association with Zee Network, is hosting the biggest Diwali celebration in Dubai on the  9th and 10th of November. Starting from just AED 99, guests can enjoy live performances, thrilling […]

The Dubai Mall is 10 years young and the world’s most-visited retail and lifestyle destination is marking the milestone with a month-long extravaganza from November 4-28. From luxury fashion showcases to spectacular entertainment, plus a host of incredible prizes to win including three apartments from Emaar Properties, The Dubai Mall 10 Year Celebrations are billed […]

Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai is partnering with Fitness First to host a range of activities including body mass index measurements, group exercises, workout competitions, morning walks and more, in support of the Dubai Fitness Challenge that is running from 26 October to 24 November. In line with the mission of the Challenge to encourage […]

The region’s most innovative cinema chain, Novo Cinemas, will be providing a fantastic offer on MX4D tickets until the 31st of October. Priced at just AED 63, film lovers can thoroughly enjoy the 4D cinema at Novo Cinemas Dubai Festival City location. All films showing in the cinema are included in this one-time deal, as […]

Best sellers, bedtime stories and festive gifts for family and friends aren’t the only things on the minds of the tens of thousands of shoppers who have descended on Dubai Studio City’s Sound Stage during the first week of the 11-day Big Bad Wolf Book Sale. UAE residents, tourists and bookworms from across the Gulf […]

Golds Gym is fully supporting the 2018 Dubai Fitness Challenge 30X30 which will run for a second year, from October 26th to November 24th. The company which has 24 fitness clubs throughout the Emirates and Oman, will conduct a range of free fitness classes in the, Opening Carnival at Dubai Festival City, Fitness Villages in […]

HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Minister of Finance and President of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), today inaugurated the 20th Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX 2018) and the 3rd Dubai Solar Show. His Highness was accompanied by HE Matar Humaid Al Tayer, Chairman of DEWA. DEWA […]

The Arab Reading Challenge 2018 drew the participation of more than 10.5 million students contending for the championship title. In addition to naming the most prolific reader ‘Champion of the Arab Reading Challenge’, the third edition of the competition will include an award for outstanding school and outstanding supervisor, with cash prizes totaling AED11 million […]

Sole DXB, in partnership with Cadillac, Dubai Design District (d3), Dubai Tourism and Sprite is proud to announce its stellar music lineup for 2018. The region’s biggest cultural festival returns for three-nights, two-days on December 6, 7 and 8, 2018 at d3. Tickets now on sale at www.soledxb.com/tickets. This year, Sole DXB welcomes Hip Hop […]

During the visit, His Excellency Saif Humaid Al Falasi, Group CEO ENOC, provided His Highness with updates on some of the Group’s milestone projects; including its jet fuel pipeline connecting to Al Maktoum International Airport and updates on ENOC’s retail network expansion plans.

Emaar Entertainment’s KidZania® Dubai has partnered with Mum Mum, the pioneering, locally-owned company providing healthy and nutritious meals to schools across the UAE, for the ‘Culinary School’ establishment in the children’s city. The KidZania® Culinary School instructs students on the art and science of food preparation that include the mastery and appreciation of the culinary […]

Dubai SME, the agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with The Sustainable City to enable SMEs develop, commercialise and internationalise their innovations in sustainable technologies. The MoU, signed along the sidelines of the ongoing […]

As part of its efforts to encourage the adoption of best practices within Dubai’s business community, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted a seminar on improving employee welfare which featured case studies and experiences from leading public and private sector entities in the emirate. The seminar was organised by the Dubai Chamber […]

Sergio Garcia moved up to 25th in the European Tour’s Race to Dubai after becoming the first man since Colin Montgomerie to win the same tournament three times on the bounce in Europe with victory at the Andalucia Valderrama Masters hosted by the Sergio Garcia Foundation. The 2017 Masters Tournament champion had to wait an […]

As Dubai embraces the outdoor season, DRIFT Beach Dubai is dedicating a weekend to Minuty to celebrate the exclusive launch of their artist edition bottle to the region. Taking place on 26 and 27 October, DRIFT Beach Dubai will celebrate the true essence of the French Riviera – a region synonymous with the luxurious rosé […]

Al Seef, the creek waterfront destination by Meraas, is set to unveil its new seasonal programme, Al Seef Creek Festival, that will enable residents and visitors to experience a true carnival atmosphere along the much-loved Dubai Creek. The quaint hub alongside the picturesque Dubai Creek will wear a carnival vibe with its colourful festive décor, […]

Etisalat today announced the launch of ‘SMB Awards’ 2018 to recognize and facilitate the outstanding achievements of Small and Medium businesses and start-ups in the UAE. The Awards will recognize individual and group performance across seven categories, namely SMB of the Year, Digital Transformation Award, Start up of the Year, Innovation Award, Positive Social Impact […]

Boxpark, the hip urban destination by Meraas, continues to draw art and music enthusiasts to its street art celebration taking place every Friday and Saturday from 6pm – 10pm. Amateur artists of all ages are invited to give their creativity and imagination free reign through dabbling in mosaic art, canvas painting and art installations. Live […]

The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has announced that Tax Refund for Tourists Scheme goes into effect on November 18, allowing eligible tourists to request refunds of the Value Added Tax (VAT) incurred on their purchases. The first phase will see the digital system of the Tax Refund for Tourists Scheme implemented at Abu Dhabi, Dubai […]

HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has launched the Mobile Charging Station for Electric Vehicles. The launch supports the UAE Green Development Strategy. It is part of a long-term national initiative for building a Green Economy in the UAE under the theme […]

Golden Mile Galleria is hosting a trick-or-treat themed Hallowe’en parade for kids on Friday, 2 November at 5pm. Children can dress-up in Hallowe’en-themed costumes, make-up and hairstyles to join the procession, and enjoy an exciting line-up of activities, games and treats. The parade starts at Golden Mile Galleria Building 9 (Organic Foods and Café) and ends […]

Dubai Festival City, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate’s fully integrated mega project, will host the Opening Carnival weekend of the Dubai Fitness Challenge 2018. The opening weekend to the month-long Challenge kicks off on October 26 and 27 with action-packed events and activities taking place across the destination providing residents and visitors with an engaging and […]

Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), highlighting its strengths as the destination of choice for the food and beverage and agri-food industries at SIAL 2018 in Paris this week. DP World and Jafza are exhibiting at the 5-day premier global F&B event, which started in 21 October, as part of the Dubai Exports pavilion. The UAE […]

Department Land Department (DLD) participated in ‘A Week without Service Centres’ initiative which will be held from 21-25 October, under the theme ‘A week Without Waiting… Without Parking Traffic…Without Papers,’ to enhance its contribution to this vital initiative launched by Dubai Department of Finance for the second consecutive year, with participation from all official entities […]

Ahead of the 2018 UAE Maritime Week, the organisers of the annual Dubai Pre-Owned Boat Show have announced the return of its ninth instalment, taking place from the 8th – 10th November 2018 at the Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club. The Middle East is a key marketplace for super yachts, with 205 high-end vessels […]

Following the runaway success of its opening weekend, the first-ever Big Bad Wolf Book Sale Dubai is gearing up for a final week of non-stop book sale — and bookworms are loving it. Open 24 hours a day until 11.59pm on Sunday 28 October, the sale, which features three million brand-new English-language books available at […]

City Walk, the design-inspired open-air lifestyle destination by Meraas, launched the outdoor season with a Venetian-themed Street Fest. City Walk has transformed into a vibrant carnival venue, hosting a spectacular line-up of performances, activities and workshops for the entire family. The Venetian extravaganza will continue to delight visitors every Thursday to Saturday until 3 November […]

Club Vista Mare on Palm Jumeriah is turning into an adrenaline-charged arena for the fifth edition of Core Beats, the free-to-attend beach yoga and fitness concert, on Saturday, 27 October. The immensely popular event is being held to mark the Dubai Fitness Challenge 2018, which encourages UAE residents get active for 30 minutes every day. […]

Be prepared for a musical journey at Zero Gravity on Thursday 25th October with a Red Bull Music Thre3style Showcase.  Red Bull Thre3Style has been on an intense trip since the concept was born back in 2007. From a small, one-off DJ contest in a Vancouver club to a globe-hopping party-starting battle, it is now […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts, heritage, and literature, announced the signing of a memorandum of understating (MoU) with Global Village for the hosting of the ninth edition of the ‘Live Our Heritage’ ‘festival. The agreement was signed by His Excellency Saeed Al Nabouda, Acting Director General […]

Luxury-cruise lovers can pamper themselves with new revolutionary ship from Celebrity Cruises is set to sail in the beginning of December 2018. Celebrity Edge will change the concept of luxury cruising with several new and never before seen characteristics. The main objective behind the unique design of this vessel is the desire to make the […]

A delegation led by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently participated in the 2nd UAE-France Economic Forum in Paris which highlighted the strengthening economic ties between the UAE and France and explored prospects for expanding bilateral cooperation in the areas of smart cities, renewable energy and investment. The high-level forum was organised by […]

wasl properties, a subsidiary of wasl Asset Management Group, has announced the completion of wasl Crystal apartments. Located in Al Quoz, the development comprises studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. wasl Crystal will provide prospective tenants 306 residential units comprising 9 studios ranging from 412 to 579 sq. ft, 63 one-bedroom units ranging from 741 […]

Riverland™ Dubai, the free-to-enter themed recreational hub at Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, is throwing the biggest Halloween party for families from 30th October to 3rd November. Riverland™ Dubai will give out 50,000 free candies to trick-or-treaters and the best Halloween costumes will also win exciting prizes. […]

Hosts UAE will take on familiar rivals Egypt in their opening match of the eighth Huawei Beach Soccer Intercontinental cup, taking the pitch at Kite Beach after the battle between three-time winners Brazil and debutant Spain on Tuesday, November 6. Drawn in the same group as reigning world champions Brazil, UAE will be looking to […]

With its high gross domestic product (GDP) per capita and ambitious investments in building a world-class infrastructure, investing in premium residential real estate in Dubai guarantees strong returns for international investors, according to market experts. A comparative study on the cost of residential real estate versus the GDP per capita in key city hubs globally […]

The leading financial technology experts and solution providers for Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) sectors will come together at the 3rd annual Fintech Summit 2018 being held in Dubai on 30th October 2018 on board the Queen Elizabeth 2 at Port Rashid. Organised by Naseba, the Fintech Summit is the only enterprise-grade financial technology […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry announced its participation today in the “A Week Without Service Centers” initiative which will see the Chamber only accept payments through smart channels between October 21 and October 25, 2018. The week-long initiative, led by the Dubai Government’s Department of Finance (DOF) under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed […]

Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) – the hugely successful, flagship fitness initiative of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, prepares to open its second edition backed by some of the biggest names across government and private sector in the UAE. Reflecting the […]

du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has announced it will partner with the Community Development Authority (CDA) to assist in the creation of Multi-tile dashboards to provide slick, quick and accurate insights for the CDA’s business activities. The CDA’s team needed to develop a Multi-tile dashboard to facilitate quick decision-making. One of the main […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), are set to embark on a joint project to fit all taxis in Dubai (about 10,800 cabs) with free Wi-Fi service. The step aims to bring happiness to riders and make clients mobility on board Dubai taxis an enjoyable experience. The […]

Novo Cinemas have re-introduced their famed girls’ nights out package with the ultimate 7-Star gathering every Monday, but this time with a no boy-zone policy. Taking place in the premium 7-Star screen at Dubai Festival City, ladies will receive AED 52.50 back on their AED 158 cinema ticket to spend on food and beverage from the à […]

UAE’s iconic Burj Khalifa will be illuminated in pink every weekend (Friday and Saturday) throughout October to honour the Breast Cancer Awareness month. Every weekend, Burj Khalifa will feature the official colour and symbol of breast cancer awareness – The Pink Ribbon – as a mark of support to the noble cause. A short 60 […]

The Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, is strengthening awareness about the outstanding services offered by the Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector to businessmen through its showcase at flydubai’s VIP lounge. The services of BRL include “Dubai Business Club” – rated 6 stars according to the classification criteria of the Global Star Rating Programme, […]

It’s official: the world’s biggest book sale has finally arrived in Dubai! A staggering three million brand-new English and Arabic language books of all genres are now up for grabs at an astonishing 50% – 80% discount at the first-ever Big Bad Wolf Book Sale Dubai, which starts on 18 October 2018. Held in partnership […]

The Style Station, a unique interactive entertainment platform, is set to mark the third consecutive weekend at The Outlet Village, Dubai’s indoor shopping and leisure destination by Meraas. The activation comprises a packed agenda to engage people of all age groups. Young shoppers will be able to enjoy fitness sessions at a dedicated indoor zone […]

Dubai Internet City (DIC), the leading technology community in the region, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Russian Export Center (REC) to launch the first Russian Center for Digital Innovations and Information and Communication Technologies outside of Russia in Dubai. This centre, which will encompass of a space of over 20,000 sq. […]

Manzil Downtown has organised a Pink Afternoon Tea to mark Breast Cancer Awareness month. The special gathering was hosted by H.E Sara Al Madani, TV presenter and breast cancer survivor Fadia Al Taweel and TV presenter Nouraldin Al Yousuf, who shared their experiences with the audience assembled. The event was held in the hotel’s restaurant […]

Alipay, the world’s largest online and mobile payment platform, operated by Ant Financial Services Group, has today revealed that The Dubai Mall accounted for 84% of its transactions in the United Arab Emirates during Chinese national holiday Golden Week (1st – 7th October). The Golden Week holiday is a hugely popular time for Chinese nationals […]

The Dubai Institute of Design and Innovation (DIDI), has partnered with international furniture brand, Vitra for Dubai Design Week, setting its students and faculty the task of designing a chair for the future. The collaboration, titled Kursi, tasks DIDI students and faculty with taking inspiration from the lengthy design process that was involved in creating Vitra’s […]

Kids, get dressed up in your favourite costumes  and come down to MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, for a truly Spooktacular kids-themed Halloween every Friday and Saturday from 19 October to 3 November, including 31 October and 1 November, with activities lined up from 2 pm to 6 pm. Kids are welcome to head to Hotel Transylvania in […]

The two-year countdown to Expo 2020 Dubai will officially start ticking on Saturday, 20 October with a public celebration at Burj Park in Downtown Dubai, offering the community a glimpse of what is to come at the biggest event to ever be held in the region. A specially choreographed show of The Dubai Fountain and […]

To mark solidarity towards breast cancer patients and survivors and to create awareness on the disease, Avivo Group is organising the “Ribbon of Life Walk” on Friday, October 19th. Open to all, the two-kilometer walk, which will be held between 4pm and 5 pm at Horizon International School, Al Wasl, Dubai, aims to alert public […]

The UAE cabinet announced a new federal budget of AED 60.3 billion in September, paving the way for a significant increase in government spending that will in turn benefit the Dubai real estate market,  revealed JLL’s latest Q3 report. The proposed budget provides funding for a series of new policies, aimed at stimulating economic growth […]

It’s the #MonthOfStrange at WAFI and visitors can expect all things creepy as part of Ripley’s Believe It or Not! This month sees more chances to win, have fun and play games as we get ready for Halloween as well as strange treats from your favourite Wafi Restaurants. As part of the #MonthOfStrange, we’re celebrating […]

Noor Bank, a leading Shari’a-compliant bank in the UAE, has contributed AED1 million from its late payments fund to Al Jalila Foundation, a UAE-based global not-for-profit organisation dedicated to transforming people’s lives through medical treatment, research and education. Sami Al Awadi, Chief Compliance Officer and Head of Government Relations at Noor Bank, visited the foundation […]

A photo exhibition aimed to raise awareness about world hunger opens today at the Dubai International Financial Centre to mark this year’s World Food Day. Created by the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in collaboration with the Dubai’s International Humanitarian City (IHC), the exhibit is debuting as 821 million people around the globe – […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened the initial phase of Latifa bint Hamdan Street and Umm Al Sheef Street. Phase II of the project will be opened in the first quarter of 2019. The project has a cost is AED800 million and links Jumeirah with Al Khail Road and Parallel Roads (First Al […]

Sole DXB announces its return for 2018, with the support of its partners Cadillac, Dubai Design District (d3), Dubai Tourism and Sprite. The highly anticipated three-night, two-day cultural festival, will take place on December 6, 7 and 8, 2018 at d3, with tickets now on sale at www.soledxb.com/tickets. The first of its kind at its […]

Planning the best birthday party for your kids will not be a challenging task as Reel Cinemas-The Springs Souk has introduced an incredible Reel Junior Birthday Package. Priced at only AED 135 per child, the package includes a host of fun activities to keep the kids truly entertained while enjoying an exclusive birthday party. The […]

DP World officially marked the one-month countdown to the annual DP World Tour Championship, Dubai by inviting the next generation of UAE golfers to take a series of ceremonial tee-shots on the Earth course at Jumeirah Golf Estates. The group of future stars were invited from the Emirates Golf Federation’s National Junior Development Program to […]

City Walk, the design-inspired open-air lifestyle destination by Meraas, is gearing up to launch the outdoor season with a Venetian-themed Street Fest. Over three weekends from 18 October to 03 November, City Walk will transform into a vibrant carnival venue with a range of spectacular performances and activities for the entire family. The destination will […]

Financial technology (fintech) heavyweights will return to Dubai on 30th October 2018 on board the Queen Elizabeth 2 at Port Rashid for the third annual Fintech Summit, organised by leading regional deal facilitation company Naseba. With the Middle East’s financial landscape rapidly evolving owing to emerging and disruptive technologies and drive towards digitalization, this year’s […]

Dubai’s property pipeline is expected to exert continued pressure on the residential market with an additional 10,000 units set to be delivered this year and a further 70,000 before Expo 2020 – according to research from leading international real estate services firm, Chestertons, latest Observer: Dubai Market Report Q3 2018. Despite several positive initiatives being […]

BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the premier Bollywood theme park at Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, has launched a brand-new line-up of entertainment filled with exuberant music, songs and dance starting 15 October. Guests can immerse themselves in the vibrant sights, sounds and colours of India through 11 new […]

Boxpark, the hip urban destination by Meraas, will kick off the outdoor season with ‘I’m loving Street Art’, an interactive event for lovers of art, music and food. Over four weekends from 19 October to 10 November, the street art celebration will bring original art displays and workshops for adults and children to Boxpark. Art […]

Eddie Pepperell climbed up to seventh on the European Tour’s Race to Dubai Rankings after picking up his second title of the season with a brilliant wire-to-wire victory in often difficult conditions at the Sky Sports British Masters, hosted by World No.2 Justin Rose. The Englishman, who won his first European Tour title earlier this […]

Emirates is offering UAE residents a chance to travel back home and celebrate Thanksgiving and Diwali with friends and family. Passengers travelling in Economy and Business Class can book starting today until 28th October 2018, for travel until 30 April 2019. U.S. Thanksgiving Customers travelling to North America can enjoy Economy Class fares to New […]

Fitness In DXB, the region’s first and largest community fitness group has launched its search to find who really is the fittest. Is it footballers, runners, crossfitters or maybe even professional brunchers, who knows? The first upcoming competition on the calendar is the Fittest Human – Battle of the Nations on October 26th at The […]

Jumeirah Golf Estates (JGE), the world-class residential golf destination offering luxury homes and leisure facilities among two internationally-acclaimed championship golf courses, has nabbed seven awards at International Property Awards Dubai, adding on to its already impressive list of wins. At a ceremony held recently, JGE proudly received the awards for Architecture Multiple residence – Alandalus, […]

Over the weekend the Middle East Arthritis Foundation (MEAF) conducted its public community event at the Shangri-La hotel, Dubai to mark World Arthritis Day 2018 (WAD). Four hundred patients and their families and carers gathered to participate in several activities including a fashion show, nutrition and pain management sessions as well as free bone density […]

Mantis is set to open its doors this November in the heart of the city, at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), guarenteed to offer something new to the region’s nightlife scene. Situated on podium level in Emirates Financial Towers, the premimum nightclub will breathe everything about Dubai’s VIP nightlife scene and promises to be the […]

In the latest report issued by Dubai Land Department (DLD), Dubai’s real estate market witnessed a continuous growth driven by optimism among investors and developers, where the market recorded 39,802 real estate transactions worth AED 162 billion from the beginning of the year till the end of September. Commenting on these promising figures, HE Sultan […]

HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced the launch of a host of smart initiatives & services as part of RTA’s participation at GITEX 2018. The event will witness the test run of the first ‘Autonomous taxi’ in the region, and […]

In 2018, we are seeing a growing demand for AI (Artificial Intelligence) with the need to use this innovation in the e-health field. BodyO has developed a unique set of tools to monitor health, prevent serious illnesses and provide data on usage, engagement and improvement. During the exhibition trade fair, BodyO will launch officially its AiPod and its new platform. […]

For the 9th time, dnata has been named Ground Support Services Provider of the Year at the Aviation Business Awards.  The award was accepted by Jaffar Dawood, Senior Vice President of dnata’s UAE airport operations, at a gala dinner in Dubai. “We are honoured to receive this prestigious award as a testament of our uncompromising […]

ENOC Group and Energy Institute (EI) successfully concluded the second HSE and Sustainability Forum, that gathered researchers, academia, industry and regulators. Over 100 experts from around the world discussed over three days how companies can become key players in the regional energy industry by fostering operational excellence, governance and embedding a culture of world-class EHS […]

The fifth edition of the ‘Global Innovation Summit,’ the region’s most inspiring innovation conference jointly hosted by the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai and SPI Greatsands Group today at the Ritz Carlton Hotel, DIFC, celebrated the achievements of several innovators from various verticals including technology, aviation, healthcare, future-skills and many more. The conference […]

The Creek Beach district is Dubai’s first-of-its-kind urban beach in the middle of Dubai Creek Harbour, ‘The World of Tomorrow’. Featuring a rich array of lifestyle amenities, this new neighbourhood assures a unique lifestyle with all community landmarks within walking distance. Creek Beach stands out for its pedestrian-friendly environment with a modern twist on ‘old […]

With the festive period fast approaching, Gold & Diamond Park is ensuring that your weekends are filled with entertainment for the whole family! Starting October 1 until December 29, 2018, every month will have three weekends of roaming entertainment while the fourth/finale weekend will culminate into – ‘The Shine 2018’ – a family carnival. The […]

Emaar is gearing up for yet another spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration that will feature several amazing new elements in addition to spectacular fireworks, returning this year by popular demand. The New Year’s Eve Gala in Downtown Dubai will be highlighted by festivities across Burj Khalifa, the global icon, and scintillating water-music performances at The […]

Posh Village, an exhibition concept specialising in luxury events, opens its doors to the public on November 29 2018 with its inaugural event, ‘A Starry Night of Fashion’. The three-day exhibition will feature bespoke fashion and  jewellery items crafted by high-end European designers. A range of beautifully hand-crafted handbags, art and one of a kind […]

Royal Caribbean will be hosting the biggest celebrations at sea this festive season, with visits from Santa, and his hard-working elves to cheer littles on their way. Royal Caribbean ships carry the joy of celebrating holidays over the waves, with a variety of shows and activities that will make the end of this year an […]

People looking to move abroad have various priorities when it comes to taking that international first-step. According to HSBC’s Expat Explorer 2018, for expats in the UAE, these priorities include bigger salaries, career growth and greater quality of life, respectively. Aspirations meet reality here as a fifth of expats in the UAE say their salaries […]

Dubai Science Park (DSP), the holistic science-focused business community, and Dubai FDI, an agency of the Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED), today announce the arrival of inui Health to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The Silicon Valley digital technology company, which allows medical-grade information to become accessible anytime, anywhere, has chosen the Emirates as […]

In the quest to ‘build a future-ready economy’ and empower innovative minds steering the wheel of change, the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai, in partnership with SPI Group, is hosting the most awaited innovation conference in the region – The Global Innovation Summit 2018. To be held on Thursday, 11th of October 2018 […]

Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), the regulatory body for Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the integrated free zone technology park, today received a high-ranking group of automotive experts from Toyota Motor Corporation in Japan and Al-Futtaim Automotive. The visit examined ways of enhancing synergies in the smart mobility space. Shahla Abdul Razak, Deputy CEO of DSOA, […]

There’s only seven more sleeps until The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale lands in Dubai,  and opens to thousands of regional book lovers at Dubai Studio City, Sound Stage Venue. Founded in 2009 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Big Bad Wolf Book Sale has been to multiple Asian cities in the last decade, including Jakarta, Manila, […]

Take home a piece of Emirates’ iconic First Class amenities this month. Shop at the Emirates Official Store for some of the airline’s most exclusive items, provided exclusively as part of the First Class travel experience. From Bowers & Wilkins PX headphones, hydra-active sleepwear pyjamas and warm, fluffy blankets – ultimate travel luxury products are […]

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness month, The Dubai Mall is hosting a series of activities from October 9th-15th in partnership with Mediclinic and Estée Lauder. Located in Souk Atrium, the happenings will take place in a charming pink-themed stand embracing the official colour and symbol of breast cancer awareness – The Pink Ribbon. Mediclinic […]

Mashreqbank announced today that it has agreed to a Consent Order with the New York State Department of Financial Services (the “DFS”). The agreement addresses findings related to the New York Branch’s Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering (“BSA/AML”) program and gaps in execution of its Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) sanctions compliance program identified during […]

The Dubai Muscle Show 2018 – Middle East’s leading fitness and bodybuilding show – returns for a pumped up third season in December, with a ripped roster of multiple Mr Olympia winners, a four-time World’s Strongest Man and social media superstars set to wow regional fitness and bodybuilding fans. Held under the patronage of His […]

Dubai has been adjudged the ‘Destination of the Year’ at the Seatrade Cruise Awards 2018, in recognition of the work done by the Cruise Tourism department of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) in pioneering cruise tourism in the region and positioning the city as a hub for winter sun cruising. Considered […]

DXB Entertainments PJSC (DFM: DXBE), the company that owns Dubai Parks and Resorts, has earned the prestigious CSR label from the Dubai Chamber of Commerce for implementing socially and environmentally responsible practices at the corporate office. The Dubai Chamber CSR is a framework and a CSR management tool that encourages participating companies to develop and […]

In “A Star Is Born,” Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga fuse their considerable talents to depict the raw and passionate tale of Jack and Ally, two artistic souls coming together, on stage and in life.  Theirs is a complex journey through the beauty and the heartbreak of a relationship struggling to survive. In this new […]

Emirates is offering travellers in Lebanon special Business class companion fares to 15 destinations across its network. The offers are valid for bookings until 31 October 2018, for travel until 20 December 2018. The special fares are available for two to eight people booking and flying together in Business Class. Fares from Lebanon start from […]

The Rental Disputes Centre (RDC) in Dubai launched the Rental Good Conduct (RGC) Certificate service, a first-of-its-kind initiative in the world that aims to enhance trust between land lords and tenants and reduce the rates of disputes that may arise between them. HE Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of Dubai Land Department (DLD), commented: […]

Dubai Garden Glow, a favourite family entertainment attraction in Zabeel Park, entered its fourth season on Sunday, adding a fourth attraction, the Art Park. The four magical themes in Garden Glow this year include the Ice Park, the Glow Park, the Dinosaur Park and the newly added Art Park, set up using about 500,000 different […]

H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, today inaugurated the Dubai Investment Week 2018, hosted by Dubai FDI, the investment development agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED). Organised under the theme ‘Investing in Future Transformations,’ the event explores the prospects for strengthening local and international partnerships for […]

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), said that the Emirati astronauts who are set to travel to space are a source of pride for the country, given the significance of the accomplishment. This signals the beginning of a […]

His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and Founder and Chairman of the Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX), has confirmed that the 20th WETEX will cover an area of 78,413 square metres with the participation of more than 2,100 exhibitors from 53 countries. DEWA […]

Lucas Bjerregaard surged into the top ten of the European Tour’s Race to Dubai after carding a brilliant final round of 67 on the Old Course at St Andrews to thwart Tyrrell Hatton winning for the third consecutive year at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship in Scotland. The Dane, whose last win on Tour came […]

Hot off the heels of a successful re-opening, BASE has some more exciting news to wow guests. David Guetta, voted number one DJ in the world by DJ Mag, is coming to BASE on Thursday the 25th of October. BASE sets the standard for Dubai’s nightlife scene and its weekly event, LYFE, is no different […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has started a trial run of a smart system for the remote monitoring of school buses. The step follows a broad-based field study of school buses in Dubai aimed at enhancing the safety of students of different ages. “This initiative involves the installation of smart cameras, hi-tech communication devices […]

In a bid to put smiles on the faces of orphans, a group of seasoned indoor sky divers will come together for a one-of-a-kind aerobatic production that aims to make difference to the lives of these children. To be hosted by Inflight Dubai, on the 24th of November 2018, the event will be attended by HE.  […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts, heritage, and literature, officially launched the 12th edition of Dubai Festival for Youth Theatre which will take place from 6th – 17th October at the Cultural and Scientific Association in Dubai. Prior to the official launch, a press conference was conducted […]

Canon, a provider of imaging technologies and services, raised AED 250,000 to support two educational programmes, one in the Middle East and a second in Africa. The funds were raised through sponsors, and the general public who participated in the Canon Day of Giving fundraising event which was recently held at Zaabeel Park in partnership […]

Jimmy Morales, President of Guatemala and His Excellency (HE) Dr. Mohammed Al Zarooni, president of the World Free Zones Organization, (World FZO) opened up proceedings for the annual Association of Free Trade Zones of the Americas (AZFA) conference held in Antigua, Guatemala. HE Dr. Al Zarooni addressed high level delegations and attendees on the impact […]

Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality and leisure subsidiary of global developer Emaar Properties and the Expo 2020 Dubai Official Hotel & Hospitality Partner, has unveiled a new ‘Golf Membership’ programme that offers unbeatable benefits for golfing enthusiasts. For the first time, golfers can enjoy reciprocal benefits across three of Dubai’s leading and sought-after golf destinations […]

MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, the region’s largest Hollywood-inspired theme park is the go-to destination this Halloween. The park will transform into a ghoulish experience after dark, with its two zombies scare zones and live SAW Maze. Debuting for the very first time in the UAE and the region, get ready to experience the true-to-film themed maze based […]

Fiesta De Los Muertos, the biggest annual Halloween-themed live music festival, makes its highly anticipated return to the 117 Live Arena for an aural and visual spooktacular on October 26th, with a stellar line-up, including pop phenomenon Nick Jonas, Gente De Zona, Chantel Jeffries, The Mariachis, and Hollaphonic. Not content to rest on the roaring […]

Internationally-acclaimed inspirational speaker Sister Shivani led  around 4,650 attendees to a special evening filled with inspiration and uplifting experiences at the Dubai World Trade Centre’s Sheikh Saeed Hall 1 on Saturday (October 6, 2018) during her public talk on the topic ‘Awakening Harmony & Happiness’. Sister Shivani’s clarity in her thoughts, words and deeply calming […]

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has won the Aviation 100 ‘Middle East & Africa Airline of the Year’, awarded by Airline Economics magazine. The Aviation 100 awards recognise aviation’s most outstanding performers, as well as the most innovative and successful finance and leasing deals closed in the last 12 months. The awards were held […]

Ever wondered what goes into supporting the operations of the largest international airline in the world? Emirates will begin a series of Instagram Stories today to mark UAE Civil Aviation Day, offering an insider’s look of what goes into the day to day operations of the airline, where passengers are carried to and through Dubai […]

For the first time in the UAE, the works of emerging artist, Lillie Bernie, and established artist, Schoony, are available to buy through the newly launched website www.fortunefavoursart. Founded by British entrepreneur and art connoisseur, Louis Wright, Fortune Favours Art offers the UAE market unprecedented access to some of the world’s best-known contemporary artists and […]

Dubai Golf has signed a long-term management deal with Jumeirah Golf Estates (JGE), the world-class residential golf destination, to manage JGE’s Clubhouse with its leisure facilities, and all dining outlets, along with the two championship Golf courses, Fire and Earth. The new agreement, effective 1st October 2018, means that Dubai Golf now offers five championship […]

Film fans travelling on Emirates can now look forward to even more choice as ice, Emirates’ award-winning inflight entertainment system, reaches a new milestone by offering over 1,000 movies – more than any other airline. The films are in addition to TV box sets and music giving customers over 3,500 channels of on demand entertainment. The […]

HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has honoured winners of the 8th Safety Awards. He also honoured RTA’s staffs who have made an outstanding performance in implementing safety standards and practices across RTA, along with the members of the organising committee. […]

Hala China, a joint initiative by Meraas and Dubai Holding, hosted a glamorous evening to mark the official launch of the Chinese Film Week in Dubai. Organised with the support of the Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China in Dubai, the evening drew the participation of Sheikh Majid Al Mualla, Chairman of the Board […]

du, part of Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), hosted a unique opportunity for cricket fans in the UAE on September 30: the chance to get up close with their sports heroes from the recently completed Asia Cup. Following a close commercial partnership with ITW Sports, lucky winners to compete to win a once in a […]

Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, has won two awards at the Time Out Dubai Kids Awards for 2018 at a glittering awards ceremony held at Rixos Premium Dubai in JBR. MOTIONGATE™ Dubai won in the Best UAE Theme Park category, for offering a truly immersive experience in […]

The Emirates A380 aircraft made a historic touch down at the Kotoka International Airport’s Terminal 3, as a one-off service to the new terminal. The airline’s flagship double-decker has become the first-ever scheduled A380 service to Ghana, demonstrating the airport’s readiness to accommodate the A380, the world’s largest commercial passenger jet. The special Emirates A380 […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED) has announced the launch of the second edition of its ‘IP Gateway’ for filing complaints relating to trademark infringements in a smart application format. The portal-to-app move marks a quantum leap in DED’s intellectual property (IP) related services as receiving […]

‘FBC DXB (Fitness Bootcamp Dubai)’, the most renowned fitness company in Dubai, and which has been in the region for over 4 years now and led by coach Mostafa Mersal, has brought back the fitness challenge that was  launched last year under the name of the ‘Plank Challenge’. The main focus of the challenge is […]

Boasting of 9 unique dining concepts, each offering a distinct cuisine, Dubai International Hotel ensures that no guest desire remains unfulfilled. Continuing in its endeavour to renew its offerings, the popular McGettigan’s Irish Pub at Dubai International Airport, located at Concourse C, between Gates C21 and C23, is up for an upgrade and will be temporarily […]

In another major step towards positioning the UAE and Dubai as a hub for  east-west trade global trade enabler DP World has announced plans to build ‘The Belt and Road’ Dubai Station in partnership with Zhejiang Provincial Seaport Investment & Operation Group Co., Ltd (ZPG). The Belt and Road Station will integrate logistics, warehousing, e-commerce, […]

Cigna, a global health services provider dedicated to helping people improve their health, well-being and sense of security, today announced that preparations are in full swing to host the second edition of the Cigna Park Run. The fun family event will be held at Dubai’s Zabeel Park on October 6, 2018. Ahead of this year’s […]

New figures have been released showing that DIFC registered Wills cover real estate worth more than ten billion dirhams. The DIFC Wills Service Centre statistics come as Cityscape gets underway, with its focus on encouraging visitors to invest in real estate in Dubai and other emirates. Sean Hird, Director of the Wills Service Centre (WSC), […]

The countdown has begun to the spookiest day of the year, and LEGOLAND® Dubai is dressing up for the occasion! The park is set to celebrate Halloween from 16-31 October with a host of fun celebrations for kids and families, the return of Cobweb Castle to KINGDOMS, and in true Halloween spirit – plenty of […]

GITEX Shopper 2018, the region’s favourite and longest-running consumer electronic bonanza, officially opens at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) today (Tuesday 2nd October), with a host of new or revamped features set to lure in more than 100,000 gadget-seekers and consumer technology visitors over five days. Running in Za-abeel Halls 4-6 until Saturday 6 October, […]

Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, announced the signing of several deals between three UAE-based companies, namely Emirates NBD, Nikai Group, and Sanofi, and startups that were selected as winners of the Market Access programme’s second cycle. A total of 4 memoranda of understanding (MoUs) were unveiled during a […]

Get ready for edutaining outings as Reel Junior and Dig It at Springs Souk have introduced special offers for accessing KidZania® Dubai at special discounted prices. Watch a movie at Reel Junior, The Springs Souk, show your movie receipt or online booking confirmation and enjoy a 50% discount on the KidZania® Economy Child Pass. Consumers […]

The European Ryder Cup Team sealed their sixth straight win on home soil with a resounding 17.5 – 10.5 triumph over Team USA and golf lovers in Dubai are set to see all 12 members of the European Team, along with the iconic Ryder Cup trophy, when the European Tour’s  season-ending DP World Tour Championship, […]

Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, has renewed its commitment towards global education efforts by announcing new strategic partnerships on the sidelines of the 73rd UN General Assembly in New York. Among these key announcements was Dubai Cares’ endorsement of the UNICEF Generation Unlimited initiative – a new global partnership […]

Dubai Exports, the export promotion agency of the Dubai Department of Economic Development, and UPS® (NYSE: UPS), global logistics provider, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on a series of workshops and trainings as part of SheTrades MENA, managed by Dubai Exports. The shared aim of the SheTrades MENA joint initiative is […]

dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, has completed its busiest summer ever, marking outstanding growth all across its global operations. Providing quality and reliable ground handling, flight catering and travel services, the dnata team ensured a smooth travel experience for millions of customers in 85 countries. Gary Chapman, President of dnata, said: “Forecasts […]

Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a new service whereby motorists can pay parking fees of multi-story parking terminals in Dubai using their nol cards. The step aims to streamline the use of these parking facilities that are witnessing an ever-rising demand. “This initiative is part of RTA’s efforts to broaden the use of […]

Meraas will offer visitors to Cityscape Global 2018, set to run from 2 to 4 October at the Dubai World Trade Centre, a preview of its beachfront master development Port de La Mer. The Meraas showcase at Stand S2F10 will include an experiential environment enabling visitors to visualise the smells, sights and sounds at the […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) announced that Dubai’s real estate market is consistently sustainable, attracting about 9,500 new investors from 1st January – 31st August 2018 with total value of investments worth more than AED 19 billion. HE Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of DLD, commented: “Dubai’s real estate market acquired a sustainable reputation due […]

Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR), Dubai’s premier waterfront destination, has added three new indoor experiential venues to its rich variety of offerings. TEPfactor Dubai, 3D Blacklight Minigolf and Countdown Challenge – each providing a uniquely themed experience – have opened their doors at the JBR Bahar plaza level. TEPfactor Dubai is a brand-new adventure experience housing […]

Opening on the auspicious occasion of Chinese National Day, October 1, the seven-day exhibition can be viewed at the ‘Art from the Heart’ gallery located in the mall’s Luxury Wing on Level 1. Visitors can experience a variety of activities throughout Chinese Golden Week, including traditional performances, folk dances, open painting classes, tea art shows […]

An ex-goalkeeper for Real Madrid, a heartthrob, an incredible singer, a family man, and above all, an inspiring soul, Julio Iglesias is a man that instantly leaves a lasting impression. Pulse 95, the first English radio station in Sharjah under Sharjah Media Corporation, in an exclusive interview with him ventured to understand what makes this […]

Retail Pioneer ‘Union Coop’ organized a unique ‘meet n’ greet’ tour for their consumers in their ‘Etihad Mall’ and ‘Al Barsha’ Mall, Dubai respectively. Veteran cricket legends ‘Mr. Wasim Akram’ and ‘Mr. Mohammad Azharuddin’ welcomed their fans during the visit and attended a press conference, wherein they answered press and audience questions. Speaking about the […]

Day two of The 2018 Ryder Cup, of which Emirates is an Official Partner through its sponsorship agreement with the European Tour, got underway today at Le Golf National in Paris, with Team Europe leading Team US 5-3. The Ryder Cup takes place every two years when the world’s top golfers from Europe and the United States, […]

Dubai Investments PJSC [DFM: DIC], the leading, diversified investments company listed on the Dubai Financial Market, has announced that the construction of its Mirdif Hills project, being developed by its subsidiary Dubai Investments Real Estate Company (DIRC), is almost halfway complete with 50% of the construction work concluding on schedule. Construction on the project is […]

Emaar Entertainment, the pioneer of innovative entertainment, leisure and retail concepts, and a business of global developer Emaar Properties, is redefining the luxury cinema experience with its Reel Cinemas in Dubai. Reel Cinemas has brought never-before-seen experiences to the world by elevating its cinemas to the next level of operational excellence, technology innovation, luxurious amenities and […]

The Rail Agency at Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has rolled out a service for providing immediate aid to the rescue of emergency cardiac cases at metro stations any moment. The service is a portable kit that includes an Automated External Defibrillator. The device is easy to use by station masters and does not […]

Emirates, an Official Partner of The 2018 Ryder Cup, will be in the thick of the action this weekend when the world’s top golfers from Europe and the United States, two of the six continents the airline serves, compete for the most coveted golf trophy in men’s team tournament play. The Ryder Cup matches take […]

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has expanded its travel and lifestyle partnerships to continue offering exclusive benefits and greater convenience for its customers. The latest initiatives with global leading ride-sharing app, Uber and local premium retail developer, Emaar Malls, showcases the airline’s commitment to delivering a seamless and memorable customer journey. Emirates’ partnership with […]

Emirates is offering Kuwaiti travelers special fares to The Lion City, Singapore.Travellers in Kuwait can book special fares on all Economy and Business Class travel starting today until 7th October 2018 for travel between 1st October and 31st March 2019. Economy Class passengers can enjoy fares starting from KWD 201 and Business Class passengers can […]

Award-winning British artist Es Devlin OBE is set to design the UK Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. The Pavilion will be the centrepiece of the UK’s presence at the Expo – highlighting UK expertise in artificial intelligence and the space sector. The UK Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai will be produced by the London and […]

CEO of Novo Cinemas, Debbie Stanford-Kristiansen, has been crowned ‘Female CEO of the Year’ at a prestigious industry awards for her outstanding contribution to the regional film industry. The honour from the CEO Middle East Awards, which took place in Dubai yesterday evening, recognises Stanford-Kristiansen’s quest for innovation in business as well as delivery of […]

Burj Khalifa will support the UN Women’s global movement ‘HeForShe’, which aims to encourage men to support the campaign for gender equality. Burj Khalifa will be joining several major landmarks in turning off half of its lights on the night of 25th September in support of the campaign, expressing solidarity with women, while providing a […]

The Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) HE Mattar Al Tayer has inaugurated ‘Love for Zayed’ mobile gallery, in celebration of Year of Zayed. RTA is staging the first segment of the mobile gallery for a week at Dubai Mall in collaboration with the National Archives […]

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted an informative seminar examining the role of CSR in driving business growth which provided a platform for Dubai-based SMEs to share knowledge, insights and best practices. Organised by Dubai Chamber’s Centre for Responsible Business, the seminar featured presentations from successful SMEs in the emirate that highlighted […]

Emirates clinched its second consecutive award for Best Entertainment at the 2019 Global Passenger Choice Awards held during the APEX EXPO in Boston, USA on Monday. The airline was also given a Five-Star Global Airline Official Airline Rating, the highest rating in the first airline rating program based solely on verified and certified passenger feedback. […]

Dubai Investments PJSC [DFM: DIC], the leading diversified investment company listed on the Dubai Financial Market, has announced its readiness to provide innovative solutions to the construction sector through diverse activities provided by its 18 subsidiaries working in the sector. Abdulaziz Bin Yagub Al Serkal, General Manager of Dubai Investments, said: “Over the past years, […]

Want to visit Singapore? Emirates is giving UAE travellers 10 reasons to book flights now and discover why the city featured in hit movie Crazy Rich Asianslives up to its hype. From its spectacular architecture, natural beauty, efficient urban sprawl, and mesmerizing culinary arts – Singapore is a must see destination. Starting today until 7th October […]

Sixteen students from GEMS Education high schools have enrolled for their degree programs at Canadian University Dubai (CUD), as part of the ongoing UniConnect program under which the University offer scholarships worth AED 10 million to GEMS Education graduates. Sheldon D’Souza from GEMS Our Indian School – Al Quoz, who is studying Marketing, says he […]

Emaar Properties, the global developer of icons including Burj Khalifa, is celebrating the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival on September 24, and the ‘Golden Week’ observed during the first week of October by offering Chinese investors a never-before value proposition with a ‘Golden Month Offer’ until October 24, 2018. Chinese buyers of most Emaar residential properties in […]

SWIFT is holding its Middle East Regional Conference (MERC) in Dubai today under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and President of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), a leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region. The two-day […]

Emirates continues to push boundaries with their award-winning ice entertainment system, with the launch of two new ice TV channels dedicated to promoting the wide range of activities in Dubai and the UAE. The channels will be on ice in December. The innovative solution will help Dubai and UAE businesses promote themselves to the over 5 million customers who fly on […]

HSBC UAE announced the opening of its purpose-built new Headquarters at 8A, Downtown Dubai – adjacent to Emaar Square. The 20-floor free-hold tower, owned by HSBC, reflects the Bank’s ambitions in the UAE. The state-of-the-art high-rise is built using HSBC’s Global OpenWork Framework, which has delivered a more flexible way of working to more than […]

Taking a traditional and patriotic turn to celebrate the 88th Saudi National Day, Boxpark, the hip urban destination by Meraas, showcased the classic Emirati Al Ayala victory dance through roaming performances much to the delight of visitors. The ‘stick dance’, featuring two rows of men standing face-to-face, chanting traditional Bedouin tunes and waving their sticks […]

KidZania® Dubai is offering an additional three months free on their incredible annual pass. Parents and kids can now enjoy 15 months of unlimited edutainment for the price of 12 months on KidZania® Dubai Annual Passes. Head down to KidZania® Dubai to purchase the great value annual passeZ and take advantage of year-long plus an […]

Dubai, UAE, September 19, 2018:  Dubai Outlet Mall has extended its value shopping proposition with a host of new and varied retailers joining the wealth of brand names that the shopping destination boasts. The majority of new additions represent the fashion sector, with a couple from the homewares category and a new F&B outlet The […]

City Walk, the design-inspired open-air lifestyle destination by Meraas, hosted a gala concert to mark the 88th Saudi National Day, treating visitors to spectacular performances by celebrated artists Dalia Mubrak and Shamma Hamdan. The two-hour musical extravaganza had the crowds sing along to some of the singers’ most popular tunes including “Qalbat Al Tawela” by […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry will head a new working group which will be tasked with engaging various public and private sector stakeholders and tackling a variety of banking challenges faced by SMEs, startups and entrepreneurs in Dubai. The announcement of the new working group was among the key recommendations outlined by industry experts […]

Tee off to a brand-new golfing experience at the Dubai Hills Estate, the serene, lush lifestyle destination, developed as a joint venture by Emaar Properties and Meraas, and located only 15 minutes from Downtown Dubai and City Walk. The construction of the 18-hole par-72 championship golf course designed by European Golf Design of Dubai Hills […]

Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has added 200 vehicles to the smart car rental fleet, bringing the total number to as many as 400 vehicles. The move follows the success of the initial stage and the increasing demand generated by the service, which has clocked high rates of journeys and rental hours. “The launch of […]

ENOC Group has recently opened five new service stations in Dubai, expanding its network to 122 stations in the UAE. The Group is on track to increase its fuel retail presence by 40 per cent by 2020. All the newly built solar powered service stations are located in Hatta, Oud Al Muteena, two stations on […]

Millions of people from around the world will have the chance to make meaningful contributions to global development goals at Expo 2020 Dubai’s Opportunity Pavilion, the final major design element to be unveiled ahead of the next World Expo. Complementing Expo 2020’s two other Thematic Pavilions, which are inspired by the subthemes of Mobility and Sustainability, the Opportunity […]

A delegation from Dubai Internet City (DIC) – the region’s largest specialised technology business park – will visit Poland for a five-day roadshow between the 24 to the 28 September as part of its outreach to engage Polish entrepreneurs and business leaders, along with those in the wider Eastern European region. The trip comes at […]

The Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) HE Mattar Al Tayer announced that the first of the new Dubai Metro trains would arrive in Dubai in November, and the last one would arrive by the end of October 2019. Al Tayer made this announcement after […]

Emirates will operate a special one-off A380 service on 23 September to the capital city of Riyadh in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in celebratory participation of the country’s 88th National Day. Watch as the preparations begin to mark the Kingdom’s National Day. Sheikh Majid Al Mualla, Divisional Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations Centre, said: “The UAE […]

Dragon Mart and Ibn Battuta Mall will celebrate the 88th Saudi National Day this weekend, with a variety of traditional activities and live performances from 21 to 23 September. Dragon Mart: The festivities feature Ardah folklore dance performances by Saudi band, Al Saree on 22 September at Dragon Mart 2 from 8pm until 11pm. A […]

Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest theme park destination in the Middle East is celebrating Saudi National Day with a unique offer on (one-day/one-park) and (one-day/two-parks) tickets to visit any of the three iconic theme parks, MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, Bollywood Parks™ Dubai, LEGOLAND® Dubai and LEGOLAND® Water Park. The offer which is valid until 30 September, […]

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted a workshop which aimed to familiarise retailers and members of the business community with the UAE’s new value-added tax (VAT) refund scheme for tourists. The workshop, hosted at Dubai Chamber’s premises, was organised by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) in cooperation with Planet, the exclusive Tourist […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced that the free buses shuttling between the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) and Ibn Battuta Metro Stations had lifted 8 million riders from January to August 2018. “RTA has been operating a free circular express bus service as an alternative to metro riders due to the suspension of […]

Al Seef, the bustling waterfront destination by Meraas, situated along the picturesque Dubai Creek, is celebrating Saudi National Day in style, with an extended weekend of dinning and shopping offers, Saudi folkloric entertainment and a chance for shoppers to win exciting prizes. From 20 September to 23 September, Al Seef hosts special folkloric entertainment across […]

A graduate of Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has been honoured by the Supreme Commander of Dubai Police, Major General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, for inventing an innovative that device that analyses air quality and helps asthma and allergy sufferers avoid contaminated areas. Inspired by his sister’s struggle with asthma, Saeed Matar Al-Jabri, who is currently […]

The UAE has led the Middle East’s private K-12 growth. Dubai and Abu Dhabi account for 60% of the private K-12 market. This data was released by L.E.K. Consulting, a leading global management consulting firm, ahead of the IPSEF Middle East conference taking place in Dubai this weekend. According to the report, The Private K-12 […]

Planning your next movie outing? Book your favourite blockbuster in Dolby Cinema and turn your movie outing into a complete culinary ride with a 50% off at Guy Fieri’s & Kitchen -The Dubai Mall. All you have to do is purchase a Dolby Cinema movie ticket from the Digi Kiosk, present the receipt at Guy […]

The German capital, Berlin, has seen the launch of the 12th edition of International Trade Fair for Transport Technology (InnoTrans 2018). The event is held from 18–21 September, with the participation of 3000 entities from 61 countries with about 200 innovations exhibited in five key segmants: Rail Technology, Rail Infrastructure, Public Transport, Interiors and Tunnel […]

Tally Solutions, a leading international accounting and compliance software provider commended the UAE’s role for its emergence as one of the major incubators of innovation and future technology in the world today. The company also recognised UAE’s focused initiatives which have not only helped diversify the economy of the country, but also become global models […]

Visitors from around the world will be wowed by a German Pavilion that will take them on a unique and exciting educational journey through a ‘world of sustainability’ at Expo 2020 Dubai. The design of the pavilion and its theme, ‘Campus Germany’, were revealed today at an event in Dubai, attended by Ernst Peter Fischer, […]

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry hosted a special ceremony yesterday at its head office to recognise member companies that have demonstrated outstanding export performance during first eight months of 2018. The exclusive Exporter of the Month gathering honoured eight companies that operate in the trade sector. Dabur International Limited and Dayal Building Material […]

Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, has launched its 10th regional health awareness campaign, Feel the Beat, offering complimentary cardio-health screening for women in shopping malls in the UAE, Bahrain, Egypt, Lebanon and Oman, in collaboration with the American Heart Association, the […]

Candylicious, an Emirati homegrown concept and a world-renowned candy haven, truly bringing out the child in everyone, has opened two new stores in the world’s busiest global hubs – Dubai International Airport, Terminal 3 and At The Top Burj Khalifa. Serving sweet moments for close to a decade now, the new stores feature a fresh brand identity and a […]

Members of the Expo 2020 Dubai Higher Committee, under the chairmanship of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Expo 2020 Higher Committee Chairman, President of the Department of Civil Aviation and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, have met to discuss updates and latest developments. The meeting at the rapidly […]

Asahi Yukizai Corporation – Japan’s leading company in industrial resins and plastic valves –  successfully held the opening ceremony for its Middle East operations at Dubai Airport Freezone – DAFZA. The new office will play a key role in expanding the company’s business across the Middle East and North Africa region. The opening ceremony was […]

Emaar is celebrating the Saudi National Day from September 20 to 23 with an assortment of activities and never-before offers that will delight Saudi visitors and UAE residents. The highlights of the activities include Burj Khalifa featuring the Saudi national flag on its LED screen, the world’s largest-of-its-kind, while The Dubai Fountain will come to […]

U By Emaar, the customer-focused loyalty programme by Emaar, has joined hands with Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the Middle East, and the world’s leader in digital payments, Visa, to create Dubai’s most rewarding card programme, Emirates NBD U By Emaar Visa credit cards. Emirates NBD U By Emaar Visa credit cards will allow […]

The Big Bad Wolf Books Sale, the world’s biggest book sale, will debut in Dubai — and this thriller has all the makings of an instant classic. The first-ever Big Bad Wolf Books Sale Dubai, held in collaboration with Dubai Production City, will run at Dubai Studio City soundstages 2 and 3 from 18 – […]

Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a new phase of ‘Capture Your Memorable Moments on Your Vehicle’s Plate’ initiative for Code W. The initiative gives customers the opportunity to choose 5-digit licensing plates under this code resembling important dates & events in their lives such as birthday, employment date, wedding date, graduation date, among […]