The India Pavilion at EXPO2020 Dubai has emerged as one of the most-visited pavilions at EXPO2020 Dubai with the number of visitors crossing 3 lakh in just 43 days on November 12. The pavilion was inaugurated on October 1 by Minister of Commerce & Industry, Consumer Affairs & Food & Public Distribution and Textiles, Shri […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) provides its customers with the “Private Work in Right of Way” service to enable them to obtain approval for various construction activities outside their private residential/commercial workplaces via DEWA’s website and smart app. The service includes landscaping works, plot replanning, Sikka cancellation requests, temporary access to farms, outdoor seating, […]

In line with its sustainability commitment to tackling the world’s biggest challenges, GE (NYSE:GE)held a high-level forum titled ‘Spotlight Tomorrow’ at Expo 2020 Dubai.  Expo 2020 Dubai, which recently recorded nearly 3 million visitors since its opening, is enabling global and local changemakers to interact and exchange ideas for a better tomorrow. The forum, focusing […]

Emirates announces that its flagship A380 service will return to Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport from 28 November. The aircraft upgrade will help Emirates to meet strong passenger demand for inbound travel into the popular holiday destination, on the heels of Thailand’s re-opening to international tourists who are vaccinated. The daily A380 flights will operate as EK372/373, […]

The Netherlands being the second largest agri-food products exporter worldwide successfully participated with over 25 Dutch companies in the Gulfood Manufacturing that was held recently at the Dubai Trade Centre. The event saw multisector suppliers from the Netherlands representing ingredients, processing, packaging, printing & labelling, automation, supply chain and warehousing. Following this event,the Consulate General […]

UAE’s Number One golfer, Ahmad Skaik, shoots the lowest round ever by an Emirati golfer on the European Tour during the first round of the Aviv Dubai Championship. Skaik made five birdies around the Fire Course at Jumeriah Golf Estates on his way to a near flawless 68. The 24-year-old, who kicked off proceedings hitting […]

In celebration of the creativity shown by the artists participating in the ‘Arts in Public Transport’ initiative launched by the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority in cooperation with Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), Hala Badri, Director General of Dubai Culture, visited the Jebel Ali and Dubai Investment Park metro stations, two of the […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) concluded its participation in the Cityscape Global 2021 that witnessed a large turnout and varied participation over three days from 9 – 11 November at the Dubai Exhibition Centre (Expo 2020 Dubai site), during which DLD launched a number of its initiatives and highlighted its diverse and innovative services. Over the […]

Marriott Bonvoy, the award-winning travel program from Marriott International,is offering its members exclusive opportunities at Expo 2020 Dubai. Marriott Bonvoy properties across Dubai are also hosting cultural performers, speakers, staff and guests of the USA Pavilion during the event. “We are excited to be the official lodging donor of the USA Pavilion for this once-in-a-lifetime […]

From Bhutan to Peru, from the US to Uganda; today sees the unveiling of 150 highly innovative academic projects to improve lives, support communities and protect the planet. Part of the largest edition of Global Grad Show to date, the shortlisted entries, selected amongst 2,600 submissions from 70 countries, underline key shared concerns internationally, from […]

The UAE has underscored the importance of preventative action at the UN Security Council’s open debate on exclusion, inequality, and conflict chaired by Mexico’s President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. Mohamed Abushahab, UAE Ambassador and Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, emphasised that addressing the root causes of conflict, particularly those that exacerbate discrimination and widen […]

Hala Badri, Director General of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), praised the work produced by creative talents participating in the seventh edition of Dubai Design Week 2021, the largest cultural event in the Middle East that celebrates design and creativity held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid […]

On his first visit to Dubai, Argentina basketball legend Luis Scola has been left awestruck by its glitzy landmarks and stunning skyline, and is planning to come back soon with his family for a vacation. He is also exploring investment avenues and seems keen on the idea of opening a basketball academy here. Winner of […]

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, the 10th Dubai International Air Chiefs Conference (DIACC) will be held on November 13, 2021, at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Organized by SPPS, DIACC – the UAE’s official air power […]

A delegation of six companies from the Italian Region of Lazio are presenting products that encourage sustainability and sustainable living during the eighth edition of Downtown Design, which is currently underway until 12 November in the Dubai Design District (d3). Innovation and sustainability are the pillars supporting Italian companies on their path of social, technological […]

The Thailand Pavilion is ready to burst into action at Expo 2020 Dubai. A wonderful, tantalising display of colour and light, Loy Krathong Festival is one of the highlights of the pavilion’s events calendar. During this period, it is customary for families and friends to make and float their own artistic and decorative Krathong, which […]

Aviation fans and collectors can now place pre-orders for bespoke furniture and unique collectibles made from the first A380 ever delivered to Emirates (A6-EDA) and which has been retired from the skies. Fancy a coffee table made from an A380 main wheel? How about a clock made from wing fuel panel (your choice of original […]

This Fall/Winter will see a host of amazing retail promotions across Dubai, as some of the biggest fashion brands in the world turn on the style, ensuring shoppers are in for a treat. From one-of-a-kind retail pop-ups to shoe collections inspired by cutting-edge art, there’s a host of events, offers and new collections for everyone. […]

Colombia, known for its rich biodiversity celebrated Flowers Week at Expo 2020 Dubai from November 7 to 11. The country, home to over a thousand distinct species of flowers, encourages tourists to enjoy the beauty of diverse Colombian flowers displayed at the country’s pavilion as part of its efforts to promote its strong flower market […]

Dubai Airshow 2021, set to be the biggest Airshow held in the UAE to date, will welcome members of the general public, families and children to witness the daily flying display from the purpose-built Skyview Grandstand, at Dubai World Central, Al Maktoum International Airport, the home of the Airshow, taking place from 14-18 November. The […]

Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, Dubai Press Club (DPC) today announced the agenda for the inaugural edition of Dubai PodFest, the first event of its kind dedicated to podcasting in the region. Taking place at Dubai Press Club in One Central, Dubai […]

The much-anticipated thriller and action adventure ‘Kurup’ is all set for a grand premiere at Reel Cinemas, Dubai Mall on the 11th of November. Phars Film, the largest film distribution and exhibition network in the Middle East will be releasing KURUP on 11th of November across Middle East in 5 Languages, which include Malayalam, Tamil, […]

International real estate investment flows are resurging following a pandemic induced lull with buyers signing up to properties across the Middle East, Asia, Europe and the UK at Cityscape Global, the leading real estate investment show, which continues at Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo 2020, until Thursday night (November 11). As the show’s 21st edition got […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has received the prestigious ‘Best Project of the Year’ award for its Riviera project at the International Finance Awards 2021, which recognises industry talent, leadership skills, industry net worth and capability on an international platform. After careful consideration of nominations by a qualified research team, winners […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) continues to play its role as an enabler and tributary for creative community members in Dubai by supporting the Dubai Design Week Marketplace for creative entrepreneurs, one of the most prominent activities of the seventh edition of Dubai Design Week 2021 held under the patronage of Her Highness […]

Colombia’s fashion industry will showcase its unique design with a fashion week celebration in Expo 2020 Dubai from November 11 to 18, 2021. The fashion week will pay tribute to Colombian artisans and designers who handcrafts signature pieces utilizing the exotic Colombian fabrics. As part of the fashion week, Colombian artist and entrepreneur Natalia Botero […]

Calling on the world to create a new chapter in the history of global education transformation, Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, is welcoming visitors from around the world to explore, experience and embrace the message that “The Future is Human”. Powered by LG Electronics, the two-level Dubai Cares Pavilion […]

Join us over the coming weeks to experience a wealth of culinary happenings at Expo 2020 Dubai.  Indulge in innovative tasting menus from visiting international Michelin star rated chefs, sample restaurants that have never been seen in the region and try Dubai’s local gems, headed up by the very best in the industry.  Take your […]

Souk Al Marfa, Nakheel’s newly opened waterfront souk and marketplace at Deira Islands, is offering a one-of-a-kind opportunity to win a whopping one million Philippine pesos (around AED73,000) at a basketball shoot-out challenge forthe fifth edition of Dubai Fitness Challenge. To take part, tune in and submit your name to Tag 91.1 FM, the leading […]

Emirati entrepreneur Abbas Sajwani has launched anuber-luxury real estate company, AHS Properties, with a total asset value of more than $100 million, just ahead of Cityscape — the region’s leading property exhibition that takes place annually in Dubai. Spotting an opportunity to meet rising demand for ultra-luxury properties, the Dubai-based AHS Properties is selling premium […]

Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council, an affiliate of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment, has hailed the perfume making traditions of the UAE and called for the preservation of this valuable knowledge to drive forward contemporary innovations in this field and introduce future generations to the narratives and heritage of perfumery in the UAE. At a panel discussion […]

As European Tour golfers make their final preparations ahead of the penultimate 2021 European Tour event, it is confirmed that the UAE’s number one golfer, Ahmad Skaik, will kick-off proceedings. The 24-year-old will hit the first tee shot tomorrow morning having received an invitation from the European Tour after a strong showing at the Asia-Pacific […]

The Emirates Group today announced its half-year results for its 2021-22 financial year. Group revenue was AED 24.7 billion (US$ 6.7 billion) for the first six months of 2021-22, up 81% from AED 13.7 billion (US$ 3.7 billion) during the same period last year. This strong revenue recovery was underpinned by the easing of travel restrictions worldwide […]

Spread festive cheer and bring woofs and meows of joy to every member of the family with a fur-ublous selection of Christmas gifts for pets and pet lovers too at Marks & Spencer, operated by Al Futtaim Group. From the perfect toys to adorable outfits that even the most pampered dogs will enjoy, plus plenty of adorable gifts for pet parents of every kind, […]

Bring a little festive fun to your wardrobe throughout the season by dressing up in chic knitwear or snuggling up with the whole family in sumptuously soft matching sleepwear. Expect matching pyjamas for all ages, with bottoms, tops and nightshirts in super-soft responsibly sourced cotton or cosy fleecy fabrics, available in an array of cheerful […]

This Yuletide season, the much-loved British brand Marks & Spencer, operated by Al-Futtaim Group has unveiled the most anticipated range of the year: the festive range. This can only mean one thing…the countdown to Christmas has begun! Savvy shoppers all over the UAE will be fine tuning their wish lists as they prepare for the […]

Set the scene in the run up to Christmas and make this year anything but ordinary with the festive themed homeware collection from Marks & Spencer, operated by Al-Futtaim Group. From tree, to mantle, to table, get the whole house ready for the joyous holiday and bring a touch of festive magic to every room […]

Majid Al Futtaim Communities, part of Majid Al Futtaim Properties, today announced the upgraded master plan for Tilal Al Ghaf, its flagship community in Dubai. Already one of the most desirable destinations in Dubai, the enhanced master plan is set to further elevate Tilal Al Ghaf’s appeal as an exclusive resort-style community. Highlights include a […]

Traditionally an online marketplace, Tied Up With String announces a new opportunity for UAE residents to up-cycle their pre-loved goods with the launch of its new Car Boot Sale Mornings, located at one of Dubai’s most-loved family friendly restaurants, Reform Social & Grill. Free to enter, from 8 am to 10 am every Saturday, guests […]

Since its unveiling in June, Rimac’s all-electric hypercar, the Nevera, has traveled the globe as part of a world tour, visiting Rimac Automobili’s Official Partners and internationally renowned events. As it continues to fly the Croatian flag, Rimac’s a Nevera show car will be on static display at Expo 2020 in Dubai from 1 October […]

The European Tour group and DP World today jointly announced a ground-breaking evolution to their long-term partnership, with DP World becoming the new title sponsor of the group’s main tour from the start of the 2022 season. The agreement heralds a new era in the history of the European Tour group, which, along with DP […]

DMCC – the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise – has announced that the construction of its iconic Uptown Tower is proceeding at pace, the 340m high tower currently standing at 260m with 68 floors completed. Significant progress has been made throughout 2021, with over 12 million […]

His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Commissioner-General for Infrastructure, Urban Planning and Well-Being Track, and Chairman of the Supreme Committee for Urban Planning, inaugurated the exceptional 21stedition of Cityscape Global being held at the Dubai Exhibition Centre (Expo 2020 site) until 11 November in the presence of His Excellency Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of […]

Dar Al Arkan, the leading real estate company in Saudi Arabia, has unveiled the Urban Oasis residential tower in Dubai in partnership with the luxury Italian fashion house, Missoni, known for its bold colours and iconic zigzag motifs, stripes, and wave patterns. The launch of the prestigious AED 800 million development marks two significant firsts for both the companies: Dar […]

Dubai Airshow 2021 is set to welcome over 370 new exhibitors this year, in addition to the major local and global players in aerospace, defence, and space,which have been part of the Airshow’s previous editions. New exhibitors will be joining from a wide range of countries, including Belgium, Ukraine, the United Kingdom (UK), the United […]

His Excellency Abdulaziz Abdullah Al Zaabi, Chairman of Rak Properties, assured that the establishment of the Cityscape 2021 exhibition at Expo 2020 Dubai, puts the local real estate sector at the center of the world’s attention. In addition, it enables real estate developers to access the comprehensive group of investors and visitors participating in the […]

Comoros celebrated its National Day at Expo 2020 on Monday with a flag-raising ceremony at Al Wasl Plaza in the presence of President Azali Assoumani of Comoros and Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence and Commissioner General of Expo 2020 Dubai. Speaking on the occasion, President Assoumani said, “We are […]

Chalhoub Group, the leading partner for luxury across the Middle East since 1955, today launched ‘The French Art De Vivre, A Dream to Share’ exhibition at the France Pavilion, Dubai Expo 2020. Through Tanagra, the Middle East’s destination for luxury lifestyle, the exhibition combines prestigious creations from the three legendary Maisons: Baccarat, Bernardaud and Christofle, […]

Classic Deli, UAE’s premium online grocery store features a collection of scrumptious ingredients excellent for the BBQ season, and upcoming Thanksgiving celebrations. This month customers can also take advantage of a variety of Black Friday bargains. Keep Calm and Grill on: Classic Deli’s extensive collection of premium cuts of meat is sourced from the world’s […]

British artist Tom Butler, known for his show-stopping collages, will be exhibiting in Mestaria Gallery this December.  His exhibition “IconiCity” is dedicated to Dubai and its iconic skylines; the city’s best architectural achievements captured through his image making. Upon first look, Butler’s work is an accomplished contemporary representation of some of the Dubai’s most well-known […]

Emirates and Garuda Indonesia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a codeshare partnership between both airlines. The new partnership allows customers of the world’s largest international airline, based in Dubai, and the flag carrier of Indonesia to enjoy seamless connectivity on new routes across the Americas, Middle East, Africa and Europe. In […]

Papillon will be an escape from reality, a sensual liberation and an experience of ecstasy with Layla Kardan and her cast of internationally acclaimed performers.   The transcendental performance, choreographed by award winning choreographer and dancer Denise Faye. Denise has won many awards for her choreography including Academy Award Winning feature film Chicago, hit Hollywood film Nine with Fergie […]

Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, Commissioner-General of Expo 2020 Dubai and inaugural Chancellor of the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT), attended the graduation ceremony of 118 outstanding HCT students out of the total 3,848 students in 2021. The graduation ceremony, which took place at Expo 2020 Dubai, was also […]

organized by Business France, the national agency supporting the international development of the French economy, the French Pavilion at Downtown Design will host 15 exhibitors. A unique opportunity for local professionals and operators to discover the know-how of luxury French brands. This year, the French pavilion will feature companies that offer a true vision of […]

Mashreq has reached settlements with the New York Department of Financial Services (“DFS”), the Office of Foreign Assets Control of the United States Department of the Treasury (“OFAC”), and the Federal Reserve Board and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York (the “Federal Reserve”). These settlements pertain to alleged conduct which involved USD transactions that […]

Ahead of taking part in this week’s Aviv Dubai Championship on the European Tour; title sponsor Aviv Clinics invited star players James Morrison, Connor Syme, Jeff Winther and European Tour staff to hear from the Aviv Clinics team about its Golf Performance Program. During the session, Professor Shai, MD & CO-founder of Aviv Clinics, spoke […]

Classic Quilts, the Dubai-based hobby shop, is launching a fun sewing challenge – in store and online – to celebrate the launch of the long-awaited Crystal Edition Bernina sewing machine. Bernina, the globally renowned, high-quality Swiss manufacturer of sewing and embroidery systems, is launching a precision range of new machines, the Crystal Edition series, which features […]

Trade enabler, DP World, today announces the launch of its global wholesale e-commerce platform DUBUY.com in Kenya. This latest expansion of DUBUY.com follows its successful launch in Rwanda earlier this year, where the platform has become a major gateway for trade in the East Africa region. DUBUY.com is an innovative online marketplace that will help unlock access to global markets […]

marhaba, part of dnata and one of the world‘s fastest growing passenger services providers, turns 30. Since 1991, millions of travellers landing in Dubai have been welcomed by the marhaba team with its signature ‘Meet & Greet’ service. The popularity of marhaba’s airport hospitality services has grown exponentially in line with Dubai’s growth as a major international travel […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, met today with Professor Klaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum at Expo Dubai 2020. The meeting was attended by H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, […]

Mattar Mohammed Al Tayer, Director-General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), revealed that the massive investments of the Dubai Government in improving the infrastructure of roads and transport saved nearly AED220 billion (about US$60 billion) in time and fuel wasted through traffic congestions from 2006 to 2020. […]

Staged in strategic partnership with Dubai Design District (d3) alongside Dubai Culture& Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and supported by A.R.M. Holding, Dubai Design Week 2021 opens today with a varied line-up of over 260 activities taking place at the festival’s main hub in d3 and around the city. Reinforcing Dubai’s position as the region’s central […]

Hero Indian Super League (ISL) Champions Mumbai City FC are delighted to announce a new global partnership with Expo 2020 Dubai for the 2021-22 season. The collaboration will see the first World Expo to take place in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region become the Islanders’Principal Partner.As a part of the partnership, […]

Dubai Chamber’s Centre for Responsible Business will be hosting its annual Dubai Chamber Sustainability Week 2021 between 14th to 18th November with events and activities throughout the week raising awareness about the best practices and business and social benefits of adopting a diverse and inclusive work environment. To be held virtually under the theme Celebrating […]

‘Tis the season to be jolly! Topgolf Dubai is thrilled to welcome guests into experience the long-awaited season. From private suite experiences to exclusive festive brunches and a chic New Year’s Eve afterparty, it truly is the season to spread good cheer!   Christmas Brunch At Topgolf Dubai’s Christmas Brunch, guests can celebrate the most wonderful […]

The Coordination Council for Family Policies has organised a brainstorming session at Etihad Museum to review the ways to develop and implement the best policies and initiatives, based on a unified national vision and strategy for families at both local and federal levels that meet the challenges and needs coinciding with national aspirations and vision […]

Bayut & dubizzle, the UAE’s leading property portals, have released their combined Dubai Property Market Report for Q3 2021, revealing that the emirate’s real estate sector continues to grow on an impressive trajectory in the third quarter of the year, with a healthy appreciation in sales and rental prices across most popular neighbourhoods. The global […]

organized by Business France, the national agency supporting the international development of the French economy, the French Pavilion at Downtown Design will host 15 exhibitors. A unique opportunity for local professionals and operators to discover the know-how of luxury French brands. Acting as a hub for design and architecture in the Middle East, the city […]

The Emirates Flight Training Academy is inviting aspiring UAE Nationals and residents as well as international candidates seeking a career in aviation to join its cadet training programme. Admissions are now open at the world’s most advanced flight training academy, and interested international candidates are encouraged to apply online: https://applications.emiratesflighttrainingacademy.com/ Ambitious UAE Nationals interested in the National Cadet Pilot […]

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, today toured the pavilions of Oman, South Korea, Israel and China in Expo 2020 Dubai. Reflecting the Frankincense, Sheikh Hamdan was shown around the Omani pavilion which seeks to highlight the different achievements of the Sultanate in different civil developmental areas, showcasing […]

Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT), the U.S.-based global technology leader, will present its vision for 21st-century security solutions at Dubai Airshow 2021, focusing on network-centric technologies. In addition to showcasing the world’s most advanced defence platforms, Lockheed Martin will present advanced network-based capabilities to counter evolving security threats across all domains – land, air, sea, cyber, […]

EPCCO Lubricants, a joint venture between ENOC Group and Chevron Al Khaleej, has partnered with Dynatrade, the largest multi-brand automobile service network in the region, to distribute ENOC and Caltex lubricants range in the UAE. As part of the five-year agreement, Dynatrade will distribute CALTEX and ENOCproducts across its extensive network in the country, including […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) revealed the selection of the Emirati actor, director and authorMohammed Saeed AlSalti, as the ‘Theatrical Personality of the Year’ in this year’s edition of the Dubai Festival for Youth Theatre (DFYT), where he will be awarded during the closing ceremony of the festival, which will run from 19 […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) and Jones Lang Salle (JLL), a leading global property consultant, launched the first-ever ‘Dubai Commercial Property Price Index’ (CPPI) at Cityscape Global 2021. The index, which comes in pursuance to a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed in 2020, was launched by Majida Ali Rashid, CEO of the Real Estate Promotion and […]

The latest nightlife destination in Dubai, from buzzy rooftop bars with breathtaking views to traditional lounges, feel the energy and discover the liveliest venues at Expo 2020 Dubai. Explore the country pavilions from Ireland to Australia, and enjoy a variety of watering holes to cool off in. Choose from over 75 nightlife venues all serving […]

This week, the Luxembourg Pavilion is highlighting all the many wonderful experiences, activities and landscapes that the country has to offer tourists from across the globe. The ‘Luxembourg Tourism Days’ event, running from Monday, November 8 to Wednesday, November 10 at Expo 2020 Dubai, is designed to give visitors a unique glimpse into what makes this characterful […]

His Excellency Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy,opened Gulfood Manufacturing, the largest food and beverage processing and packaging show for the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA), which has reconvened the global industry at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) to power smart innovations in food manufacturing and reignite live, face-to-face […]

in5, an enabling hub for design, tech and media start-ups, has confirmed its participation at Dubai Design Week, both as an exhibitor and through a series of workshops. Between November 8 and 13, the incubator will be showcasing its emerging design practices in a multidisciplinary exhibition that will include a variety of thought processes highlighting […]

Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, yesterday visited the pavilions of Austria, the United States of America and Kuwait, participating in Expo 2020 Dubai. Dr. Al Jaber began his tour by visiting the Pavilion of Austria, a uniquely shaped and sustainably constructed pavilion that comprises 38 geometrically arranged white […]

An innovative solution that enables people to grow healthy produce at home, took centre stage at an event held to mark World Food Day at Expo Dubai 2020. The app-controlled HydroArtPod smart garden, developed by a Masdar City-based start-up, was the only technology product to be featured during the event, hosted under Expo’s Programme for […]

Colombia is organizing its largest Business Matchmaking event in support of Expo 2020’s goal of fostering partnerships, catalyzing innovation, and discovering opportunities for strong business and trade investments. Serving as an ideal gateway to investment possibilities in a variety of sectors,the Matchmaking Forum, hosted by ProColombia, will take place at the Dubai Exhibition Centre Expo […]

Air Seychelles will operate a special return flight from Dubai to the Seychelles during the upcoming public holiday marking Commemoration and National Day in the UAE. Following the success of the seasonal flight routes launched earlier this year, the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles has introduced a seven day return trip for UAE […]

For many people around the world, the holiday season is a time for togetherness and laughter,but for a lot of families it can be a challenging period. To help make the holidays brighter for children in need of play, in its first Middle East wide launch, the LEGO Group is encouraging everyone to grab their […]

England’s Molly Clark picked up the Women’s Best Player award at Beach Soccer Stars 2021 on Saturday night, while Japan captain Ozu Moreira took the Men’s Best Player trophy. Beach Soccer Stars honours the season’s very best for being at the very pinnacle of the sport, and the 2021 edition of the awards were held […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, today received Iván Duque Márquez, President of the Republic of Colombia, who is currently visiting the UAE with a high-profile delegation to mark Colombia’s National Day celebrations at Expo 2020 Dubai. During the meeting, which was attended by H.H. […]

Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF) “Mother of the Nation”, the Federal Youth Authority has set off preparations for designing the ‘Emirati Values Visual Book’. The announcement […]

In the first ever sporting event to take place at a World Expo, Peter Sagan today won the inaugural Giro d’Italia Criterium Dubai, triumphing in a two-up sprint against 2021 Giro champion Egan Bernal. The duo went clear with just over a kilometre to go on the final lap of the 63km event, powering away […]

The Inner Mongolia Week was held between the 2nd – 4th of November 2021 with the theme of “Joining Hands for Innovation and Win-Win Development”. The event was hosted at the Office of the Organizing Committee of Inner Mongolia Week (Office of the CCPIT, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Sub-council). Online activities, off-line events and a […]

The Sabeel Fountains, a series of almost 40 aesthetically eye-catching drinking fountains designed to both refresh and wow visitors to the world’s biggest cultural gathering, can be found across the public spaces of the Expo 2020 site. From one fountain designed to resemble a beautiful letterbox, complete with an embossed letter by its artist, to […]

This morning, the UAE’s busiest road was transformed into a giant cycling track for families and fitness enthusiasts for the second edition of Dubai Ride. A total of 32,750 cyclists took to their bikes on the 14km Sheikh Zayed Road route and 4km family route to participate in the free, non-competitive community event, organised as […]

H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, and Chair of the Dubai Collection Steering Committee, inaugurated the initiative’s first physical exhibition When Images Speak: Highlights from the Dubai Collection, which opens to the public on 6 November at the Etihad Museum. During her visit, H.H. Sheikha […]

DMCC, the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise, welcomed Iván Duque Márquez, President of Colombia, along with a senior delegation of Colombian ministers and 50 Colombian business leaders, to discuss advancing bilateral trade between Dubai and Colombia. The visit was marked by an event attended by over […]

A high-profile list of cycling starts are set to line up at the start of the first ever Giro d’Italia Criterium at the Expo 2020 Dubai, to kick off tomorrow near the Italian Pavilion at the world’s greatest show. Organised by RCS Sport with the support of MadeinItaly.gov.it, Dubai Sports Council and Expo 2020 Dubai, […]

The UAE’s Golden Jubilee Celebrations Committee announced that the official ceremony celebrating the 50th UAE National Day on December 2, will take place in Dubai’s Hatta. People around the UAE will be able to watch the show live on December 2nd at 5:30pm on the UAE National Day official website and on all local TV […]

Indonesia amazed the world at its World Expo 2020 Dubai National Day that took place at Al Wasl Plaza, on Thursday (4/10). Hosted by the President of the Republic of Indonesia, Joko Widodo, National Day Indonesia carried the “Land of Diversity” theme, showcasing historical narratives of the country’s cultural wealth. The event also introduced the […]

Entering the second month of Expo 2020 Dubai, Indonesia once again demonstrated the nation’s strength in the digital economy that is expected to increase investment, establish trade relations and grow international tourism.   “Indonesia is ready to become the most promising digital market in Southeast Asia. This is supported by the ongoing work of various […]

Dubai Collection’s first physical exhibition, When Images Speak: Highlights from the Dubai Collection, will open to the public on Saturday, 6 November at Etihad Museum in Dubai. Curated by Dr. Nada Shabout, the show features a selection of nearly 70 modern and contemporary art from the region, including museum-quality pieces by Baya Mahieddine, Naziha Selim, […]

The UAE’sNo.1 golfer Ahmad Skaik, the sole representative for the host nation and the Gulf region at this week’s 12th Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship (AAC), remains in contention after comfortably making the cut on day two of the tournament at the Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club. Skaik, who carded a level-par 71, started off with […]

Gulfood Manufacturing, will host two French pavilions spanning across the Hall 7 and Sheikh Saeed Halls under the “Choose France” banner. The French pavilions will showcase innovation in the food processing equipment, F&B ingredients, packaging material, and supply chain solutions. Professionals, buyers, and leading experts will find a selection of French dairy ingredients, eggs, durum […]

Gulf Capital and MEED-GlobalData reveal the 153 finalists for the 10th edition of the Gulf Capital SME Awards, which are dedicated to recognizing the trailblazing small and medium enterprises that are leading the region’s commercial and economic growth past the pandemic into a modern knowledge economy. SMEs represent over 90 per cent of all companies […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, will be present at Cityscape Global 2021, stand A40,to exhibit its vast portfolio of premium off-plan, completed, and soon-to-be-completed residential and commercial developments throughout Dubai. Cityscape Global will be held from 9- 11 November at the Dubai Exhibition Center, which is located at Expo 2020, and […]

Emirates today announced it will launch a daily non-stop flight between Dubai and Tel Aviv, Israel, starting 6 December. The move comes as the UAE and Israel continue to develop greater economic cooperation to drive growth across a range of sectors, in addition to boosting trade flows between both nations. With the new daily flights, […]

Cameroon football Roger Milla was thrilled after visiting the “magnifique” Expo 2020 Dubai and he is looking forward to returning in four months for the Cameroon Day at the Expo 2020 on March 12. One of the first truly global football star from Africa, Milla visited the Cameron Pavilion and the African Union Pavilion at […]

In the economic sphere, Expo 2020 Dubai has been identified as one of the strategic pillars for the economic reactivation of Colombia. With its presence at the universal exposition, the country seeks to take advantage of the event as a great platform to offer products, investment opportunities and tourism from the Menasa region, the Middle […]

For many people around the world, the holiday season is a time for togetherness and laughter,but for a lot of families it can be a challenging period. To help make the holidays brighter for children in need of play, in its first Middle East wide launch, the LEGO Group is encouraging everyone to grab their […]

The Victorian Government has hosted a special Melbourne Cup breakfast with guests from around the world in the Australian Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. A major attraction at the event was the 2018 Melbourne Cup which was won by Godolphin’s thoroughbred ‘Cross Counter’, giving His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and […]

Intersect by Lexus Dubai (IBL), renowned restaurant located in the heart of DIFCand part of Al-Futtaim Automotive, has announced the winner of its ‘Young Chef Competition’launchedby IBL to support young talented chefs across Dubai. Local talent from SCAFA (School of Culinary and Finishing Arts Dubai), were whittled down to three young chef’s applications who competed […]

Emirates, the Premier Partner and Official Airline of Expo 2020 Dubai, welcomed AC Milan legend Daniele Massaro to its Pavilion. Boutros Boutros, Divisional Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications, Marketing & Brand for Emirates hosted the club legend who visited the Emirates Pavilion as part of the club’s “From Milan to Many: Watch Parties” initiative, which saw […]

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, said Expo 2020 Dubai is a global platform for communication and exploring other countries’ achievements, cultures and future visions. It is also a cultural and tourism event that gathers the world’s countries and highlights their achievements and latest innovations in one place, […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, attractions and entertainment, begins its month-long UAE National Day celebrations on the 50th Flag Day of our Nation. Partnering with Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA), Global Village launches the 50 Years of Togethernessphotography contest. The […]

The current woes stress testing international supply chains will be over early next year, according to Mohsen Ahmed, CEO-Logistics, Dubai South. Addressing Hypermotion Lab – one of three unparalleled industry conferences at Hypermotion Dubai, the Middle East edition of the German-initiated industry convex which reimagines the transportation and logistics industries – Ahmed defined 2021 as […]

Dubai Tourism today released the latest trailer in the Dubai Presents series. “Dubai: A Slice of Family Fun” is a fun-filled trailer that is styled along the lines of popular animated family movies. The video features Lilo, an animated inflatable flamingo come together with best friend, Pizza Slice for an adventure across land, sea and […]

FITZE, a free fitness application and the first of its kind in the UAE announces the release of its most rewarding challenge WALK FOR IT which is in line with the Dubai Fitness Challenge. There will be 1700 rewards up for grabs with rewards given out daily. Fitze converts steps into coins and allows users […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) announced the programme of theatrical performances that have been selected to participate in the 12th edition of Dubai Festival for Youth Theatre held from 19 – 25 November at ‘The Theatre’ in Mall of the Emirates. The Authority invites everyone to participate in this annual youth festival by […]

The Netherlands celebrated its Expo 2020 National Day on Wednesday, with a visit by the Dutch monarchs, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima, accompanied by a packed programme of cultural highlights and the formal opening of the Netherlands Pavilion. They were welcomed by Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, General of […]

Gulf Capital and MEED-GlobalData reveal the 153 finalists for the 10th edition of the Gulf Capital SME Awards, which are dedicated to recognizing the trailblazing small and medium enterprises that are leading the region’s commercial and economic growth past the pandemic into a modern knowledge economy. SMEs represent over 90 per cent of all companies […]

The 21st edition of Cityscape Global Summit and Exhibition will kick off on Sunday, 7 November at the Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo 2020 Dubai as part of a strategic partnership with Dubai Land Department (DLD). This comes as part of DLD’s tireless efforts to enhance the emirate’s position as the preferred real estate destination […]

Indonesia is ready to showcase the nation’s image as a promising and rich in highly competitive human resources country through a series of National Day events at Expo 2020. Through art and cultural performances, National Day Indonesia will attract more visitors to get to know more about the advantages that Indonesia has to offer to […]

The Colombia Pavilion at the Expo 2020 announced that it has recorded more than 150,000 visitors during the first month, becoming a site of growing popularity, since the global event began in October 2021. The massive footfall of visitors in the pavilion, which is located right at the entrance of the ‘Opportunity District’, affirms the […]

World Number Two Collin Morikawa and fellow Major winner Sergio Garcia are amongst the top-ranked global stars confirmed to join defending champion Paul Casey at the Slync.io Dubai Desert Classic for the second Rolex Series event on the 2022 Race to Dubai. Casey secured an emotional four shot triumph for his milestone 15th European Tour […]

In line with its customer-centric approach and commitment to providing innovative mobility solutions that enrich the lives of its customers, Al-Futtaim Automotive has officially launched a new pre-owned car showroom at Dubai Investment Park (DIP). The second branch in the emirate of Dubai, Al-Futtaim Automall DIP is a one-stop shop for those who are looking […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) today joined the UAE in its Flag Day celebrations to honour Emirati heritage, the founding fathers of the country and the vision of its wise leadership. Alongside members of DIFC Authority senior management and dignitaries from Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), DIFC Courts, Immigration Office and DHA Health Office, DIFC’s […]

Dubai Knowledge Park (DKP) participated as a Learning Sponsor at the HR Summit & Expo (HRSE), which took place in Zabeel Hall 5 at the Dubai World Trade Center from November 1-3. Launched in 2003, Dubai Knowledge Park is home to more than 500 business partners who have helped introduce global best practices and industry […]

Nakheel today launched the new “Jebel Ali Village”, a redevelopment of one of the most treasured areas of Dubai into an upscale residential community. Jebel Ali Village will be transformed into a gated, hillside collection of luxury villas set among lush green spaces. The first phase of four and five bedroom villas is on sale […]

In celebration of Diwali, the Indian ‘festival of lights’ and a major highlight in Dubai’s annual calendar of events organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment, Dubai’s shopping malls and landmarks are illuminated in a wonderful display of colour and lights. This year, the celebrations are even bigger as a fascinating festival at the India […]

noon.com, the region’s homegrown digital marketplace and Saudi e-tailer, lit up the Burj Khalifa to celebrate Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday on the evening of Tuesday, 2nd November. The show on the world’s tallest tower paid tribute to the Indian actor, producer and television personality’s 56th birthday with a personalized video featuring a ‘Happy […]

Aiming to preserve the ancient Palestinian embroidery technique Tatreez, also known as cross stitch, UAE social enterprise 81 Designs will conduct special workshops during Dubai Design Week on November 9 and 10.   Visitors are open to sit in a two-hour session from 11:30am to 1:30pm at R05 Building 6 in Dubai Design District, where they […]

Dubai Industries & Exports (Dubai IE), the exports promotion and industrial development agency of Dubai Economy, led a team of 13 companies from the UAE to Anuga, the leading global trade fair for the food and beverage (F&B) industry that took place in the German city of Cologne. Dubai IE led the companies to the […]

Ajman University (AU) launched its spring admissions campaign on October 31 at its booth in Najah Dubai EXPO 2020. The two-day event organized by Najah from October 31-November 1 within the auspices of EXPO 2020 witnessed excellent response with students lining up at the AU booth to avail further information and apply to AU’s highly-ranked […]

Master developer Nakheel today launched the new Jebel Ali Village, a redevelopment of one of the most treasured areas of Dubai into an upscale residential community. Jebel Ali Village will be transformed into a gated, hillside collection of luxury villas set among lush green spaces, with an array of onsite amenities, including a mosque, bike […]

2021 has been a great year for corporate venture capital (CVC) investments so far, as the venture capital funding already crossed USD 79 billion, much higher than the total of last year’s USD 74 billion. In a rapidly changing business environment, innovating and responding to change via corporate entrepreneurship is key. The 5th annual GELLIFY Corporate Entrepreneurship […]

Emirates and TAP Air Portugal are further expanding their existing codeshare arrangement by adding 23 more destinations to the partnership from 2 November. This brings the total number of destinations where customers can enjoy seamless connectivity to over 90 points. TAP Air Portugal will place its code on popular Emirates flights to four additional Asian […]

Representatives of the mining sector, companies and Colombian leading officials are set to discuss the potentials and opportunities to invest in the country’s mineral resources in a series of upcoming conferences within the framework themed ‘Colombia Beyond El Dorado Mining Leyend’. The events, which will take place at the Colombia Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, […]

Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, has strengthened its partnerships with Global Village, the region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, attractions, and entertainment, by signing an agreement to support Emirati business initiatives. The agreement, signed for the 26th season of Global Village, […]

The Dubai world expo is off to a great start, with Expo 2020 Dubai welcoming more than 2.3 million ticketed visits during the first month (official figures from Expo). In this context, France is proud to announce that more than 315,000 visitors have visited the France Pavilion in the same period. The fast-queue system is […]

Dubai will host 111 sports events in the month of November, including 20 top international events, four of which are world championships – the 25th Karate World Championships, IBF Bowling World Championships, FIDE World Chess Championship and the ICC Men’s Twenty20 World Cup. November will also see the highest ranked players on the European Tour’s Race […]

The number of men dying before their time is on the rise. Males face mental and physical illnesses with no one to turn to because society teaches men to mask their emotions. As part of Movember Awareness, the wellness studio INSPIRE is hosting a “Talking it out” event on Saturday, 6 November at 5 PM, […]

As the Asian-Pacific Amateur Championship kickstarts this week, players took time out of preparation for tournament for some sightseeing around the Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai. Players are L-R Ahmad Skaik, Yuxin Lin, Keita Nakajima and Puwit Anupansuebsai The 12th edition of the tournament takes place at the Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club from November […]

A team of Translation Studies students in the Department of Languages and Literature at UAEU cooperated with the Intercultural School of Interpreting and Translation (ISIT) in Paris to translate a documentary film on space exploration. The 35-minute documentary was produced by Virgil Novarina under the title “The internal telescope, a space story by d’Eduardo Kac”. […]

Thai Authentic Food & Health Week is bringing a whole new collection of fabulous activities to the Thailand Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Welcoming visitors from across the globe and taking them on a journey through the delicious, health-inducing tastes of authentic Thai cuisine, the colourful event will feature an exciting series of immersive performances, […]

About 300,000 people visited the Italian Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai in its first month, making it one of the most viewed among those of the 190 countries participating in the Universal Exhibition. With a growth of 100,000 visitors in the latest week (twice as many as in the previous one),the Pavilion also benefits from […]

In celebration of Diwali, Emirates will be offering customers festive treats on-board all flights to India from 2nd to 6th November. Customers travelling to/from Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Cochin, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Thiruvananthapuram, Kolkata, and Mumbai will enjoy a selection of delicious, traditional sweets, packaged in exclusively designed, colourful boxes. Economy Class customers travelling with Emirates will be served […]

Emirates Group Security, the industry leader in aviation security services in the UAE, has been awarded one of the highest accolades in the region for business excellence, the Sheikh Khalifa Excellence Award (SKEA). Emirates Group Security’s clear demonstration of excellence through strong industry leadership, positive performance, giving back for the benefit of the industry, and […]

Artissima Art Agency introduces the Dubai Art Expo with a record of over 500 artists from over 170 countries with the grand opening on 4th November at the Meydan Hotel with visual artists, followed by performances from five continents including Art Talks and Shows. The event is held under the Patronage of H. E Sheikh […]

Keren KayemethLeIsrael-Jewish National Fund (KKL-JNF)and Israel’s Ministry of Construction and Housing will join forces at the Expo Dubai 2020 with a physical and online hybrid event on“Sustainable Regional Planning: Balancing Development and the Environment”, scheduled to take place on November 3rd and 4th, 2021. Speakers will include leading experts and senior officials from KKL-JNF, the […]

Two UAE government top officials have joined the world’s most influential people on the 2021 Agile 50 List, which recognises the contributions of leaders in agile governance for navigating disruption. The announcement was made by the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Global Future Council on Agile Governance. Ohood bint Khalfan Al Roumi, Minister of State for […]

Expo 2020 Dubai organisers have hailed the first month of the event as a “huge success”, announcing an impressive 2,350,868 visits from 1st to 31st October, with a host of memorable events, entertainment and seminars attracting people from the UAE, region and beyond. So far, 28 percent of visits were made by persons under 18 […]

SK Sports Holding, founded by Sports Icons Clarence Seedorf and Khabib Nurmagomedov, announced today the launch of Seedorf Khabib Performance Club, a football school with a unique training methodology that will combine football and mixed martial arts (MMA). The agreement means that youngsters around the world will have the possibility to develop their sport and social abilities. […]

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group emphasized the importance of Dubai Airshow 2021 during a press conference held in Dubai today. H.H. Sheikh Ahmed described the event as an opportunity to reconnect the […]

The top stars of international bowling will be Dubai this month as Dubai Bowling Centre hosts the International Bowling Federation’s World Championships from November 6 to 26. A total of 512 bowlers from 46 countries have signed up for the championships, with 247 of them competing in the elite Super World Championship (Nov 6-15), 217 […]

Riot Games, the developer behind the popular Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) video game League of Legends, took over Dubai’s iconic Burj Khalifa last night (Sunday 31st October) as it gears up to launch its hotly anticipated animated Netflix series Arcane, which will premiere globally on Netflix, November 6-7. As a clear statement of its […]

In the presence of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline & Group and the Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy; Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, signed […]

Emirates has signed a contract with UAE-based Falcon Aircraft Recycling on a pioneering initiative, where its first retired A380 aircraft will be upcycled and recycled, dramatically reducing the environmental impact of the deconstruction process and drastically reducing landfill waste. The extensive materials recovery and repurposing activities will be entirely conducted in the UAE, the airline’s […]

Dubai Miracle Garden, the largest natural flower garden in the world, is returning for its tenth season, a milestone in the award-winning garden’s journey. To mark the opening of the new season on Monday, the garden has been decked up with a range of never-before-seen floral installations that promise a multi-sensory experience. Dubai Miracle Garden […]

Kicking off on Friday 5th November with Bedouin, Dubai’s leading beach club WHITE Beach and Ibizan powerhouse, The Night League, continue to welcome an unbeatable lineup of the world’s biggest DJ’s to Palmarama, the city’s first-ever winter event residency. Following standout performances throughout October by Damian Lazarus and Jamie Jones, which bought the house down, eventgoers […]

The Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG) has hosted a discussion on the Arabic-language, with the conversation taking place in the presence of Abdulla Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi, director-general of Dubai Government Human Resources Department and chairman of the MBRSG’s Board of Trustees; and H.EDr Ali bin Sebaa Al Marri, Executive President of […]

Being organised under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Sports Council, the 10th edition of the Tecnotree Intercontinental Beach Soccer Cup Dubai will kick off at Kite Beach on Tuesday with two continental champions, Portugal and Senegal, getting the proceedings started at 4pm. The hosts UAE will then take […]

The wide-scale disruption, decarbonization and digital transformation impacting four of the Middle East’s crucial economic sectors will be laid bare at Expo 2020 tomorrow (November 2) when the curtain rises on the inaugural three-day Hypermotion Dubai exhibition and conference series. An essential gathering for all in the region’s transport, logistics, mobility, and materials handling industries, […]

Citadines Metro Central Dubai, a premium hotel apartment provider centrally located in Barsha Heights has won the prestigious World Travel Award for ‘Dubai’s Leading Service Apartments 2021’. The property, which is a franchise of the Ascott Limited and managed by The First Collection, received the accolade at The World Travel Awards 2021, which sees winners […]

The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) to open Dubai Office ahead of the 50th Anniversary of the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between Japan and the United Arab Emirates The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) has opened its Dubai office on November 1st, 2021, its first overseas office in the Middle East. “2022 is an important […]

Emirates has announced that it will reintroduce flights to Algiers, Algeria from 9 November. Flights from Dubai to Algiers will operate twice a week. The resumption of flights to Algiers boosts Emirates’ African network to 21 destinations, and represents a full restoration of the airline’s operations into North Africa. With the easing of travel restrictions, and the […]

Kind Lyfe, a homegrown vegan healthy snack startup is taking family recipes to the next level by conquering the isles of major supermarkets and online food retailers across the country. Kind Lyfe is a wholesome brand serving up delicious, guilt-free treats which was launched amidst the pandemic by three family members, Akshay Ramsinghani, his wife […]

Located in France and now in Dubai on the occasion of Expo 2020, the Immertech start-up has been selected to take part in this worldwide event, to be showcased on the France Pavilion until 31 March 2022. With its Voyager by Immertech® capsule, visitors can travel without moving. Designed as a spatio-temporal capsule in which […]

Members and visitors can gear up, load their playlists and unleash their stresses during an intense boxing workout that promises to burn calories and tone you in no time. Ringside Gym, located in Al Quoz, encourages newcomers and first-time gym-goers to skip being overwhelmed by all the cutting edge equipment found at regular gyms and […]

To celebrate the UAE Codes Day and in honour of the UAE’s numerous achievements in the fields of technology and innovation, Dubai Holding – a diversified global investment company with operations in 13 countries – organised a groupwide interactive virtual event in line with its ongoing employee engagement initiatives that aim to raise awareness about […]

The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, through the Sheikh Zayed Housing Programme, has announced the delivery of newly constructed homes to 1,726 UAE nationals across the emirates of Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah and Ajman. Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, said that the programme will continue offering eligible Emirati citizens keys […]

Ahead of crucial meetings at G20 and COP26, HRH The Prince of Wales and his Sustainable Markets Initiative announced a suite of initiatives to unlock and accelerate the momentum towards a sustainable future with Gulf Capital being on his task force. Initiatives include reports on three key aspects of accelerating the provision of private sector […]

Smile Train Dubai, the world’s largest cleft organization, today announced Dubai Egyptian Actress Mai Omar, known for her role in Al Ostoura series, which aired during Ramadan in 2016, as their first-ever Celebrity Ambassador and supporter. Mai will join Smile Train’s Global roster of celebrities including Bollywood Superstar Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray, Supermodel Chanel Iman, […]

Business France will support 11 French Tech companies in the Middle East from October 31stto November 4th2021, as part of the French Tech Tour Middle East. During this five-day immersive program, the entrepreneurs will benefit from key insights and meet with local players in the United Arab Emirates, then in Saudi Arabia or Qatar. After […]

In line with its efforts to enhance the artistic and cultural scene at Expo 2020 Dubai, Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the global event’s Official Culture Supporter, recently announced a collaboration with talabat, the official food delivery partner for Expo 2020, to launch the #CreativeCravings initiative, inviting UAE-based artists to express their artistic […]

Sharjah has set a global benchmark in child-friendly urban planning best practices with the launch of the ‘Sharjah Principles for Child-Friendly Urban Planning’ today (Sunday) at Expo 2020 Dubai. The pioneering design guide which puts children at the heart of urban planning, has been developed by the Sharjah Child Friendly Office (SCFO)’s Child Friendly Urban […]

The UAE’s cycling community came together on Saturday 30 October and took part in the first Build-Up Ride of 37km, ahead of the legendary Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge, which is held in partnership with Dubai Sports Council and is set take place on 18 February 2022. The first Build-Up Ride saw the highest number […]

Wellness as a lifestyle habit influencing relations in both social and work environment was discussed on Friday at the Italy Pavilion’s Amphitheatre at Expo 2020 Dubai during the third Innovation Talk. Italy is an advocate of wellness, intended as a way of living that includes sport, diet, exercising, leisure, mindufullness and travel. Reflecting on the […]

Expo 2020 Dubai and Cartier celebrated the official inauguration of the Women’s Pavilion in a spectacular celebration at Al Wasl Plaza, held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Gender Balance Council and President of the Dubai Women Establishment. The event was inaugurated by […]

As the Official Automotive Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai, Nissan had a key participation, last week,at the first physical Expo Monthly Partner Meeting since the start of the pandemic. Held at the Nexus for People & Planet, the meeting was attended by senior executives from Nissan and the Expo 2020 Dubai team, in addition to […]

Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima will attend the official opening of the Netherlands Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai during the Netherlands’ National day on 3rd November 2021. They will be accompanied by Minister of Foreign Trade and Development, Tom de Bruijn, who will be simultaneously leading a trade mission to the United Arab […]

Antigua and Barbuda: The twin-island paradise of Antigua and Barbuda is on display at the world expo ‘Expo Dubai 2020’ being held in Dubai following the theme ‘Connecting Minds, Creating the Future.’ Antigua and Barbuda’s pavilion placed in the ‘Mobility’ section of the expo; exhibits the exceptional strides the Caribbean country has made in its socio-economic […]

Relive the magic of festive markets, indulge in holiday cheer with enchanting lights and decorated streets, and treat yourself to endless shopping and warm family gatherings with Emirates this winter. Emirates is inviting customers to rediscover the delightful sights, sounds and tastes of winter across select destinations in Europe and North America for their well-deserved […]

Emirates has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Seychelles Tourism Board at Expo 2020. The agreement reaffirms the airline’s commitment to the island-nation and outlines joint initiatives to promote trade and tourism to the country. The Memorandum of Understanding was signed by Ahmed Khoory, Emirates’ SVP Commercial West Asia & Indian Ocean, and […]

EXPO2020 is not only a destination for technology and innovation, but a destination for inclusivity and tolerance as well. November features the thematic weeks of “urban & rural development” plus “tolerance & inclusivity.” The Israeli pavilion will continue with its business and cultural thematic events which complement the EXPO2020 calendar while announcing its culture calendar […]

This Halloween, celebrate with the ghosts and ghouls at Expo 2020! Expo will be hosting an array of spooky activities for you and the family to enjoy from musicals, baking masterclasses and live performances.  Start your Halloween evening with a spooktacular musical. Enjoy fright night with this rock opera performance looking back at some of […]

In the presence of HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA), Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Group and Chairman of Dubai Airports, DHL, the leading international logistics service provider, has launched its Mobile Middle East and Africa (MEA) Innovation Center in Dubai. The first-of-its-kind 450-sq m […]

Organisers of the inaugural Dubai Padel Cup, a headline act of this year’s month-long Dubai Fitness Challenge, have released the final throng of tickets for three days of high-profile exhibition matches between an international field of the world’s leading padel players from 2 – 4 November. Led by World No. 1 Juan LebrónChincoa and nine […]

GHM/ECLATEC, a French company that has been producing lighting solutions and street furniture for over 180 years, will honour its local partners at a glittering awards ceremony to be held on November 3 at the France Pavilion at Expo 2020. The event that will be held on the terrace of the France pavilion, will highlight […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, welcomed some new members of the family during the Season 26opening event on October 29. The new Global Village characters are collectively known as “The Wonderers”. Waleef and Zoyawere greeted by everyone’s favourite friend, Ozka, as they touched down […]

Switzerland celebrated its National Day today at Expo 2020 Dubai with a series of cultural activities, in the presence of Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin, President of the Swiss Confederation, and Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, and Commissioner-General of Expo 2020 Dubai. The president visited the Swiss, UAE and Leadership […]

This Dubai Fitness Challenge, The Beach is your playground to get active as visitors are invited to participate in the nationwide fitness movement and take part in #TheBeach30X30Challenge, a four-week social media challenge to stand the chance to win a Tandem Skydive Dubai Experience ticket! How does it work? To participate,  from Friday, October 29, […]

The ‘Festival of Lights’ will live up to its name this year with a series of incredible Diwali fireworks displays taking place right across Dubai. Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), the upcoming Diwali festival will feature a series of spectacular fireworks displays that will light up the city as visitors and residents […]

It’s a cricket galore this weekend as four exciting ICC Men’s T20 World Cup games are set to keep cricket fans on the edge of their seats. Cricket enthusiasts looking to stay in this weekend to watch these exciting face-offs can tune into STARZPLAY, who have the regional rights to stream the on-going action- packed […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, is launching a collection of three new buildings located in Riviera’s Boulevarddistrict as part of Phase 3 of Riviera, Azizi’s French Mediterranean-inspired residential and commercial community in one of Dubai’s most sought-after destinations, MBR City. The new buildings will comprise 252 studios, 84 one-bedroom and 84 […]

In line with its efforts to enhance the artistic and cultural scene at Expo 2020 Dubai, Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the global event’s Official Culture Supporter, announced a collaboration with talabat, the official food delivery partner for Expo 2020, to launch the #CreativeCravings initiative, inviting UAE-based artists to express their artistic interpretation […]

Finally! The scorching hot temperatures are GONE and Laguna Waterpark’s ultra-refreshing Sundowners offer is BACK! Take advantage of the cool evening weather in Dubai and kick-back and relax at Dubai’s coolest waterpark! Pay just AED89 for entry to the waterpark’s full array of thrilling attractions between the hours of 3pm – 6pm. Whether it’s after […]

DP World, the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain logistics, has chalked out plans to develop the capabilities of more Emirati and international talent including coders, developers and engineers. The initiative is part of the company’s overarching strategy to deploy industry-leading technology to broaden its vision of a digitised, more efficient, transparent and […]

A global healthcare company with the vision of creating a better and healthier every day for every woman around the world, Organon hosted a thought leadership panel discussion, “Accelerating advancements in the health of women across the region” forum at EXPO 2020. Held in partnership with the United States Chamber of Commerce, the USA Pavilion, […]

Expo 2020 Dubai and Cartier celebrated the official inauguration of the Women’s Pavilion in a spectacular celebration at Al Wasl Plaza, held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Gender Balance Council and President of the Dubai Women Establishment. The event was inaugurated by […]

With Australia’s borders set to re-open to international travellers from November, Emirates is welcoming the move by enhancing its operations to the country to meet pent up demand for travel into and out of Australia. With vaccination rates in New South Wales having reached their target, and Victoria being not far behind, the two states […]

With the fifth edition of Dubai Fitness Challenge about to kick off, master developer Nakheelinvites the public to take part in events across Nakheel Mall, Dragon Mart, Souk Al Marfa and Palm West Beach from 29 October to 27 November. Nakheel Mall Begin your fitness journey with weekly yoga sessions in collaboration with Yoga La […]

Emirates and flydubai mark four years of strategic partnership. The Dubai-based airlines joined hands in 2017 and since then, more than 8.3 million passengers have enjoyed seamless connectivity across the joint network. Emirates Skywards – the loyalty programme for Emirates and flydubai – continues to grow its global membership base, offering more than 27 million […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, is now open for Season 26. A spectacular shower of confetti delighted guests at the park’s entrance as they stepped into the heart of wonder to explore new attractions, immersive entertainment and many more extraordinary moments and experiences. There’s […]

Emirates has reaffirmed its long-standing partnership with the Maldives by extending a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Tourism earlier this week. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group met His Excellency Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, President of the Republic of the Maldives, at the Emirates Pavilion in […]

Dubai’s premier fresh food market, the Waterfront Market – Deira will open its doors to host the 2nd edition of the adrenaline-fueled Dragon Boat challenge on October 29th and 30th. The 2000-meter and 1000-meter races will take place in front of the Waterfront Market promenade throughout the 2-day event. The teams will be divided into […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region is hosting a meeting of WAIFC members in Dubai today for WAIFC’s Annual General Meeting 2021. 35 member representatives took part in the meeting. The WAIFC General Meeting unanimously approved the membership of The Italian Banking, […]

Held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and member of Dubai Council, registrations are now open for Downtown Design, the region’s leading fair for high-end and quality design. The fair returns from 8-12 November, 2021 and will take […]

Emirates’ marketing team has been recognized by Sitecore®, one of the world’s leading digital experience platforms, for “Best Use of a Customer Data Platform (CDP)”. The award was presented to Emirates at the recent edition of GITEX, Dubai’s technology trade exhibition, for demonstrating excellence in the delivery of its digital customer experience (CX) utilising the Boxever platform. […]

Over 80 speakers representing governments, leading businesses and chambers of commerce from around the world will soon gather for the 12th World Chambers Congress (12WCC) in Dubai, where they will share their insights and perspectives on “Chambers 4.0”, a new approach to how chambers of commerce should serve their members and social ecosystems in the […]

The Emirates Racing Authority (ERA) is all set to welcome racegoers back for its 2021-2022 UAE racing season. Ahead of the start of the season on 29 October, the Authority announced several ground-breaking initiatives including a programme that seeks to nurture Emirati management talent in the sector as part of advancing the development of the […]

The world’s leading luxury liners are all set to sail for Dubai once again, as the 2021-2022 cruise season kicked off with the arrival of TUI Cruise Line’s Mein Schiff 6 at Hamdan bin Mohammed Cruise Terminal, Mina Rashid on Saturday, 23 October. Dubai, the region’s cruise hub, rolled out a grand welcome to the […]

The Dubai Digital Transformation Steering Committee has held its inaugural meeting to explore the emirate’s digital aspirations, chart a path for the period ahead, outline prospects for cooperation, set priorities, and rally efforts to implement Dubai’s digital transformation plans and strategies. Committee members discussed tactics to action the clauses included in the Executive Council Resolution […]

The Invest in Democratic Republic of Congo Forum was held on the 17th of October, 2021 at Suite 1 North, Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo 2020 Dubai. The Invest in DR Congo Forum 2021 welcomed hundreds of participants and top speakers at the Expo 2020, with the agenda to promote and address the investment friendly business […]

Emirates plans to boost its operational workforce by planning to recruit more than 6,000 staff over the next six months. As restrictions ease worldwide with the wider administration of the vaccine, additional pilots, cabin crew, engineering specialists and ground staff will be needed to support the airline’s ramp up of operations across its global network […]

Warehouse421, the home-grown arts and design center dedicated to showcasing and nurturing creative production across the region announced last Saturday, October 16 the launch of several projects and partnerships with national and international art and academic institutions, including Al Serkal Arts Foundation and NYUAD, this winter, in addition to the names of the grant recipients […]

Since founding the company with the groundbreaking launch of Tom&Serg in 2013, Managing Director Tom Arnel and his team at Bull&Roo raised the bar and set the scene for a casual dining revolution in Dubai. Eight years on, the company will continue its mission to become leading, global restaurateurs and create concepts of the future […]

This November, the Luxembourg Pavilion is offering a very special experience for visitors. Hosted in cooperation with the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce, ‘Made in Luxembourg Week’ will showcase the country’s vast array of creative, technological and entrepreneurial talents through a curated exhibition. Running from November 1 to 6, the event will feature a mix of iconic Luxembourg […]

As part of its mission to highlight the unmatched appeal of Dubai as an ideal cosmopolitan hub to build lasting roots, Bayut, the region’s leading property portal, has announced the launch of the first-ever truly people’s choice awards, the Bayut Your Home Your Choice Awards 2021. During this special year when the world is coming […]

The Extravagant One Billionaire Dubai to Host a Spectacular Celebration this Halloween Join us for the most glamorous Halloween party in town, ready to celebrate in style and experience a sensational evening of entertainment Date: 31st October 2021 Restaurant Timings: 9pm through 3am Show Timings: 9.30pm Location: Taj Hotel, Burj Khalifa Street, Dubai To Book, please call: +971 (0) 4 510 3100 or What’s App: +971 […]

Warehouse Haunted Village brings you a wild and exhilarating way to celebrate the spookiest night of the year this Halloween, combining a variety of music with ghostly scenery, spook-tacular food and stunning performances. Enjoy eerie food and drinks with a Haunted Village Ticket booklet costing only AED25. Expect gourd-geous décor for you to take that […]

Based on the true story, Warner Bros. Pictures’ “King Richard” follows the journey of a family whose unwavering resolve and unconditional belief ultimately delivers two of the world’s greatest sports legends: Venus and Serena Williams.  Two-time Oscar nominee Will Smith (“Ali,” “The Pursuit of Happyness,” “Bad Boys for Life”) stars as Richard Williams, under the […]

PaRus Fight Championship returns on November 6 – promising to be bigger, bolder and louder than the previous event in 2020. The night will feature a unique synthesis of music and fight with the open-air Events Arena of Jumeirah Beach Hotel being transformed to house one of the most visually spectacular shows on Dubai’s sporting […]

The race is on! Registration is now open forthe Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge, which returns bigger and better than ever before in February 2022. Organisers announced today that cyclists can now reserve their place for the illustrious 92km Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge on 18 February2022. Ideal for first-time racers or those with little […]

The return of consumer confidence in light of easing COVID-19 restrictions and the anticipated rise in international visitors will provide some relief for the retail sector,according to JLL’s Q3 2021 Real Estate Market Overview report released today. Driven by footfall from the population living in close proximity, the report has revealed that community malls across […]

A great celebration of authentic Italian beauty: Dolce&Gabbana takes part in the Italian Pavilion of Expo 2020 Dubai under the aegis of its theme, Beauty Connects People. The poetic and powerful project of the Italian Pavilion, which will present an evocative story of the territories, artistic treasures, genius loci, artistic crafts and innovative impulses that […]

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has today launched its regulatory framework for Investment Tokens. The framework reflects the proposed regulations outlined in Consultation Paper 138 issued in March 2021 and forms the first of two phases of the DFSA’s Digital Assets regime. The regulatory framework defines an Investment Token as either a Security Token or […]

A previous winner of the prestigious Emirates Woman of the Year Award (2009) – former Emirates flight attendant Maria Conceicao – has taken on her biggest physical challenge yet for her self-funded charity by attempting two Ironman events in Cascais, Portugal this month. The gruelling feat – which she named the ‘Comeback Challenge’ after she faced a range of physical […]

Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City – District One, part of the Meydan master development in Dubai, has awarded a raft of contracts for the construction of 25 waterfront residential buildings with a total of 1,464 apartments. The contracts, which also cover infrastructure works for upcoming projects at District One, have been awarded to Transemirates […]

UCI HERO Dubai Hatta, the only Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) mountain bike race in the Arabian Peninsula, the Dubai Muscle Show, and the Ladies European Tour’s Dubai Moonlight Classic golf tournament headline a blockbuster list of 32 sports events taking place in Dubai this week, including the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s Twenty20 World Cup […]

The 2nd Solar Decathlon Middle East (SDME) has begun under the patronage of HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai. The competition is organised by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) as part of its partnership with the Dubai Supreme Council of […]

The United Nations will observe today the “Honor Day” at Expo 2020 in Dubai. United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed will join the ceremony in person and deliver opening remarks. Ms. Mohammed will join dignitaries from the Government of the United Arab Emirates and Expo leadership, the Commissioner-General of the United Nations at Expo Maher […]

The Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) at the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed an exclusive operation agreement for providing taxi and limousine services to visitors of the Global Village. The agreement comes into effect on 26th October 2021 when the new season of the Global Village, is scheduled to start. Mansoor Rahma Al Falasi, […]

VR is integrating its way into society, maybe in more ways than we all realise. The world’s tech giants sure seem to think it’s the way forward, with VR getting incorporated into travel, office life, and retail. But Emirates is trying something new. Will we see more brands follow suit? Find out more here. What […]

Carb lovers of the world, rejoice! October 25th is World Pasta Day, it’s time to celebrate this Italian delicacy by whipping up your favourite dishes in the comfort of your home. Marks & Spencer Food offers endless pasta-bilities when it comes to choosing what kind of pasta to eat. From linguine, tri-colour spaghetti, rigatoni, penne […]

The recent launch of Dubai’s Culture and Heritage project on Google Arts & Culture makes it possible to share the Emirate’s cultural jewels with the world From museums that showcase and stand as custodians of the national heritage to art pieces that have inspired audiences and empowered artists, Dubai is a destination of choice for […]

Since the opening of Domino’s Pizza in the Opportunity district weeks before the official opening of Expo 2020, it has seen a record demand at its store. The much-loved pizza restaurant pizza restaurant has since increased the footprint through a Food Truck in Mobility district and a 40 feet Container converted to a Domino’s store in Sustainability district, catering to […]

Under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Presidential Affairs and Chairman of the Emirates Racing Authority (ERA), ERA and Dubai Racing Club announced a partnership to launch an initiative to train and recruit UAE Nationals to supervise races. The joint initiative aims to provide ERA with a professional […]

Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI) in partnership with the World Business Angels Investment Forum (WBAF), hosted the World Business Angel Investors Week (WBAW) on 23rd October 2021 at Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo 2020 Dubai. As an affiliated partner of the G20 Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion, WBAF coordinates the World Business Angel Investors Week, which […]

The UAE Space Agency has held high-level bilateral talks with a delegation of senior government and business officials from the Republic of Estonia to accelerate collaboration and the transfer of space-related technologies and services. Salem Butti Salem Al Qubaisi, Director-General of the UAE Space Agency, met with Sille Kraam, Deputy Secretary-General for Business and Consumer […]