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 […]

Japanese authorities plan to utilise ‘”Japan Day” event – that will be held at Expo 2020 Dubai on 11th December – to promote the next world expo, which the Japanese city of Osaka will host in 2025. Ichiro Matsui, Mayor of Osaka, has called on the Japanese government to ease coronavirus-related travel restrictions, so that […]

Leading industry developers forecast a steady recovery in the real estate market with a promising interest from resilient investors, brokers and homebuyers. The live Cityscape Global exhibition, taking place 9th – 11th November 2021 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre(DEC) at Dubai Expo 2020 site, will present top development enterprises including DAMAC Properties and Azizi Developments. […]

The Porto & North of Portugal Tourism Board is proud to announce its second cultural heritage event at the EXPO 2020 Portugal Pavilion, promoting a traditional dance performanced by Pauliteiros de Miranda, that is in the process of applying to join the list of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage. Miranda do Douro is located in Trás-os-Montes, […]

As parents, we all want the best for our children, and this of course filters down into the food that we give them on a daily basis. With child obesity at an all-time high, it is imperative that the right choices are made when it comes to your little one’s nutrition and you allow them […]

Sergiu Toma, the Emirati judoka and winner of the 81 kg category in the 2016 Olympic Games in Brazil, is among the stunning wax figures of famous and historical figures, with popular film, television and sports characters and stars on display at London’s renowned waxwork museum Madame Tussauds, which opened in Dubai. The first wax […]

Zizou Bergs triumphed at the inaugural Tie Break Tens Dubai Presented by Zonetennis tournament on Friday evening (22nd October), with an amazing victory over Taylor Fritz. In front of an enthusiastic crowd at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, the 22-year-old Belgian was neck and neck with Taylor on almost every point, before he returned a […]

Dubai is set to glitter this October and November as Diwali – the Indian ‘Festival of Lights’ – will see an array of festivities taking place across the city. With spectacular shows, amazing promotions, diverse retail offers and surprises around Dubai, this year’s celebrations promise to make it one of the most fun-filled Diwalis yet. […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private real estate developer in the UAE, has announced the signing of Knauf for gypsum ceiling works for phases 2 & 3 of Riviera, the developer’s French Mediterranean-inspired residential and commercial community in one of Dubai’s most sought-after residential destinations, MBR City. The Knauf Group is a Germany-based, leading international company […]

As part of its World Energy Day campaign, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) organises a series of events at its pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, to highlight the importance of the initiative, adopted by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai; along with 54 countries, representatives […]

An industry related to the aerospace sector which employs 23,500 workers, 3000 researchers, ten great research institute, 5 billion of incomes and 2 billion of exports: this is the system that Regione Lazio, the region which has Rome as capital city, presented at Dubai yesterday during an event involving the most important Italian industries from […]

Dubai Autodrome, the UAE’s premier multi-purpose motorsport and entertainment facility, has announced the completion of its AED 16.5 million Business Park phase 2 project that includes seven warehouse units, each of which measures 4,844 square feet.  Spanning over a total area of 65,000 square feet, the expansion project of the already existing 12-unit phase 1 […]

Vision-Box, a world leader in biometrics seamless travel, automated border control and digital identity solutions, spotlighted Portugal’s tech capabilities at Portugal’s Pavilion during Expo 2020 in Dubai as part of promotional events around the concept – Portugal is on the map of the global TICE suppliers. During the seminar, Pedro Pinto – Head of Global […]

The ultimate celebration destination is officially open! After much anticipation, Ain Dubai, the world’s largest and tallest observation wheel by Dubai Holding, celebrated its first visitors yesterday. The inaugural rotation took place at 2pm for eager guests who had pre-booked to experience a 38-minute rotation in the state-of-the-art cabins. The first rotation also included the […]

The UAE’s focus on promoting national food security and boosting localised food and beverage manufacturing will be in spotlight at the second Future Food Forum set to take place on Oct. 19 and 20 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo 2020 Dubai. At the Forum, H.E. Mariam Bint Mohammed Al Mheiri, UAE Minister of Climate […]

Dubai Tourism has launched the latest trailer as part of the Dubai Presents series of blockbuster videos starring Jessica Alba and Zac Efron. Set against a thrilling music score, ‘Dubai: A Riveting Mystery’ sees the duo journey across the city on mysterious quest. In keeping with the adventure thriller genre, the trailer features a series […]

The eyes of more than a billion cricket fans will be fixed on Dubai this weekend when neighbours and traditional rivals India and Pakstan square-off on Sunday in a Super 12 match of the ICC Men’s Twenty20 World Cup here at Dubai International Stadium. India and Pakistan will take centre-stage a day after England, the […]

Excellence in Oncology Care – EIOC, the largest annual meeting that caters to the continuous medical education for healthcare professionals in cancer treatment, successfully opened today in Dubai. The 3-day hybrid conference, taking place from 21 to 22 October 2021 at the Intercontinental Festival City in Dubai and virtually on 23 October 2021, is dedicated […]

Dubai’s newest mega sporting event, the inaugural Dubai Padel Cup – an inclusive month-long padel tennis fiesta featuring exhibition matches with the world’s leading professionals and amateur competitions open to the racquet-wielding public – is poised to elevate the city as the Middle East’s undisputed padel capital. A headline event of this year’s Dubai Fitness […]

A new strategy to secure a £4 billion share of the global space market for the Scottish economy has been launched at Expo 2020 Dubai. Today’s announcement was made within the UK pavilion at Expo and was part of a dedicated Scottish Space Day organised by Scotland’s international trade and investment agency, Scottish Development International. […]

This morning, Joni Paiva, Divisional Vice President for Africa, Middle East, India and Oceania (AMIO) at Nissan Motor Corporation marked a significant moment for the company when he opened Expo 2020 Dubai’s Sustainabilityportal to thousands of visitors at Expo’s daily Gate Opening Ceremony, dedicated to key partners and personalities. The ceremony, attended by members of […]

Najah, the UAE’s leading higher education fair, has announced it will debut in Dubai this year, building on a successful 15-year run in Abu Dhabi. The inaugural Najah Dubai will run from 31 October to 1 November at the new Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo 2020 and will be held, alongside Abu Dhabi, under the […]

Dubai Chamber recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Community of Portuguese Speaking Countries Business Confederation (CE-CPLP),which will see the two organizations share knowledge and collaborate in key areas of mutual interest with the aim of supporting the interests of their respective members. The MoU was signed by H.E. Hamad Buamim, President and […]

The past months leading up to the launch of the global event Expo 2020 Dubai witnessed an exceptional growth in general in real estate sales transactions in terms of volume and value. However, September 2021 recorded greater achievements, with recording the highest value of real estate sales in one month since December 2013 via 5,762 […]

Experience a true taste of Thailand this weekend at an authentic Thai Fruit Festival at Souk Al Marfa at Deira Islands,the new waterfront souk and marketplace by Nakheel. Indulge in a weekend of unique tastes and flavours from Wednesday, 20 to Saturday, 23 October from 4pm to 10pm at Souk Al Marfa’s much loved Thai […]

The European Tour announce tickets are available today for the newly named, AvivDubai Championship. Free general admission tickets are available for spectators to watch some of the world’s best golfers compete to stamp their ticket to the season-ending event. The US$1.5 million AVIV Dubai Championship will be played on the Fire course at Jumeirah Golf […]

Gulf for Good, the UAE-based non-profit organisation, which supports sustainable projects to support children around the world, will host its annual Charity Gala Ball to mark its 20th anniversary on Friday 19th November at The Ritz Carlton, JBR, from 7pm. Held in collaboration with Larchfield Children’s Home, a charity organisation which provides safe and secure […]

TREAT YOURSELF, FAMILY AND FRIENDS TO A VERY UNIQUE HALLOWEEN CELEBRATION THIS YEAR: PUT YOUR SKATES AND YOUR SCARIEST OUTFIT ON AND GET READY TO ROLL AT THE HOTTEST SPOT IN TOWN. The famous indoor roller skating rink that has taken the city by storm since its opening this April in Mina Rashid Maritime City, […]

Highlighting UAE’s cultural heritage, the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center (HHC) will host eight lectures revolving around the UAE’s intangible cultural traditions at Expo 2020 Dubai. The series of lectures, in collaboration with Khalifa Empowerment Program (Aqdar), will be held at the Fazaa Pavilion from October 24-30 (at 8.30pm). “A number of HHC consultants, researchers and […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has announced two electrifying international shows as part of a jam-packed entertainment calendar in Season 26. From end of October and throughout November, thunderous beats will take over Global Village thanks to AAINJAA, the extraordinary percussion group, from Bogotá, […]

Ain Dubai opens in just two days, and it’s set to be the place to spend your long weekend with a packed schedule of free activity taking place across the spacious outdoor Ain Dubai Plaza: Thursday 21st October The opening weekend celebrations will kick off with a host of family entertainment and activities free for […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, announced today the start of flights to Sohar in Oman becoming the first airline to operate this route from Dubai. This is the carrier’s third destination in the Sultanate, alongside Muscat and Salalah. Flights to Sohar International Airport (OHS) will start on 04 November and will operate twice a week from […]

As the global partner of ICC, global technology brand, OPPO, is a proud partner of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup taking place in the UAE and Oman from October 17th, 2021 to November 14th, 2021. The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 is the largest cricket event to be held in the region and will see sixteen of the […]

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 European Tour today announces that BDSwiss, a leading group of companies offering financial and investment services, has signed an agreement to become one of the Official Sponsors of the season-ending DP World Tour Championship as well as the AVIV Dubai Championship. Established in 2012, BDSwiss is a leading financial group of companies, offering Forex […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region and Tel Aviv-based not-for-profit organisation Start-Up Nation Central announced today the signing of an agreement aimed at establishing new bridges between the UAE and Israel for innovation. During a ceremony held at DIFC, Start-Up Nation Central […]

ENOC Link, the digital mobile fuel delivery service for businesses in the UAE by ENOC Group, today announced the launch of its new and world-first eLink station on Palm Jumeirah. The eLink Station is a mobile fuelling format that will offer residents and visitors to the community easy access and convenient fuelling services. With this, […]

As Expo 2020 prepared to open its doors to the world, and keeping in step with the revival of Dubai, the Capital Club recorded the highest number of new memberships in September 2021. There has been a 25% increase in new members compared to 2019, with more corporate memberships benefiting from the Club’s revamped facilities […]

One of five visitors of Expo 2020 Dubai since its launch last October, have crossed the entrance of the Italian Pavilion, exploring the exhibition itinerary and participating in dozens of events. Of the 750,000 total visitors to Expo about 150,000made it to the Italian Pavilion – one of the most sought after among the national […]

Master-developer Dubai South Properties announced the launch of ‘The Avenue,’ a limited number of freehold plots which can be purchased on a payment plan and developed by investors for commercial use. The new launch follows the vast development of Dubai South, the successful sell-out of several freehold projects as well as sales of residential plots […]

As Premier Partner and Official Airline of Expo 2020 Dubai, Emirates is enhancing the benefits that SMEs stand to gain from visiting the largest themed event taking place in Dubai. Small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) planning a visit to Dubai during Expo 2020 Dubai will be reaping even more rewards during the six-month mega […]

Dubai-based dnata Travel Group brands have won seven accolades at the 2021 World Travel Awards Middle East. Representing the travel division of dnata, one of the world’s largest air and travel services providers, titles earned by dnata Travel Group brands for 2021 include: Middle East’s Leading Airline GSA 2021 (dnata Representation Services), Middle East’s Leading […]

The Thailand Pavilion is continuing its reign as one of the most popular and beautiful World Expo pavilions. The organisers behind the state-of-the-art representation at Expo 2020 Dubai are delighted to announce that since it opened on Friday, October 1, it has already welcomed more than 100k visitors. Reaching this landmark milestone on Saturday, October 15, the […]

Expo 2020 Dubai has welcomed 771,477 ticketed visits through its gates since its 1 October opening, up substantially from the 411,768 ticketed visits during the mega-event’s first 10 days. Almost half of all visitors hold a Season Pass, with more than 100,000 people visiting the site twice and more than 35,000 coming three times during […]

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 […]

Bridging the East and West and bringing together key Khaleeji hip hop artists with a key international hip hop figure on a beat that brings the Khaleeji flavor to the table sound-wise as well, this new song is a production, where khaleeji/arab rhythms, instruments, and percussive elements with a Western type of beat are meshed together – […]

As Premier Partner and Official Airline of Expo 2020 Dubai, Emirates is enhancing the benefits that SMEs stand to gain from visiting the largest themed event taking place in Dubai. Small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) planning a visit to Dubai during Expo 2020 Dubai will be reaping even more rewards during the six-month mega […]

Reem bint Ibrahim Al Hashemy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, and Director General, Expo 2020 Dubai, today received a Sunflower Lanyard for the significant role she has played in promoting accessibility at Expo 2020 and in the region. Al Hashemy was presented with a Sunflower Lanyard by Steven Mifsud, Expo 2020’s Director of Accessibility […]

Famed Chef Silvena who is one of the few female Global Masterchef judges has been awarded a UAE golden visa for her dedication and contribution to the restaurant industry in the UAE. Silvena Rowe is a strong advocate of healthy, wholesome eating and is now working in collaboration with Spinneys Middle East to create a […]

The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) – the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise – has received the Global Free Zone of the Year 2021 award by the Financial Times’ fDi Magazine for the seventh consecutive year. The award, which is the most prestigious credit a free […]

Start your Diwali shopping by visiting this cozy Diwali Bazaar taking place at Jumeirah Lakes Towers organised in collaboration with Indian Expats in Dubai.    Expect 50 plus brands offering festive clothes, jewellery, decor & gift hampers. There will be a ton of fun activities and delicious street food from the vibrant Indian restaurant in JLT, Khau […]

BreakBread announced the launch of its exciting new platform offering a food discovery experience like no other in Dubai. Leveraging the power of technology, BreakBread aims to connect food enthusiasts’, hosts and talented cooks through curated homecooked culinary experiences. Hosts will be able to entertain and provide unparalleled culinary experiences for their guests, creating opportunities […]

Returning for the second time this year, the 12th edition of DIFC Art Nights will explore the theme of ‘Regeneration’ from 6-10pmduring the three-day (15–17 November 2021)event atGate Village. In line with this year’s theme, 30 emerging and established artists from around the world will showcase their work promoting sustainability, technology and innovation that will […]

In the first two weeks of its participation in the Expo 2020 Dubai, Malaysia has generated more than RM7.2 billion in business leads with companies based in several countries. This total figure in potential trade and investment was garnered from 14 Memorandums of Understanding(MoUs), three Letters of Intent(LoIs) and two Memorandums of Cooperation (MoCs) between […]

As part of its continuous endeavour to support talents through benefits and facilities, as well as enhance the contribution of the creative economy in the emirate and strengthen its position as an attractive business destination, Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is collaborating with Letswork in a first-of-its-kind public-private partnership in the region to […]

Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa and Turkey (MENAT) region and a Premier Partner and the Official Banking Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai has released an inspiring videocampaign‘People without limits’ playing tribute to the power of the nation’s people, the main driving force behind the UAE’s success, now and […]

Join the celebrations of the Austrian National Day at The Pointe, Nakheel’s iconic waterfront destination on Palm Jumeirah, on Thursday, 21 and Saturday, 23 October and enjoy two musical evenings with the Schoenbrunn Palace Orchestra and a dazzling show from The Palm Fountain. The events take place on The Pointe’s Eastern promenade featuring Austria’s national […]

talabat the region’s leading food delivery and q-commerce platform, and the Official Food Delivery Provider for Expo 2020 announced its collaboration with Marwan Shakarchi, the Dubai-based street artist known as Myneandyours, mostly recognised for his thought-provoking cloud symbol. For the first time since the artwork’s debut, his iconic clouds received an in-line-with-the-times facelift on the […]

Returning for the second time this year, the 12th edition of DIFC Art Nights will explore the theme of ‘Regeneration’ from 6-10pmduring the three-day (15–17 November 2021)event atGate Village. In line with this year’s theme, 30 emerging and established artists from around the world will showcase their work promoting sustainability, technology and innovation that will […]

Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, has announced the launch of its latest certified business incubator at the BITS Pilani University in the Dubai International Academic City. The new facility will contribute to the strategic efforts of Dubai SME to transform national and private […]

Dubai Sports Council and Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Kontinental Hockey League and Russian professional ice hockey team Avangard to develop hockey and promote the image of the KHL in the UAE. As a first step towards achieving the strategic objectives of the MoU, Dubai will […]

Dubai, the headquarters of the International Cricket Council, is all set to stage the finals of the 2021 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The seventh edition of the global tournament, being held for the first time in the Middle East, reinforces Dubai’s rising status as one of the globe’s most prominent and safest destinations for […]

Dubai South, the largest single-urban master development focusing on aviation, logistics and real estate signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Ghana Investment Promotion Center (GIPC), the foremost investment attraction and promotion agency under the presidential office of Ghana,to promote all-round economic cooperation, bilateral trade and investment. The agreement, which was signed at the Abu Dhabi […]

The Dubai-Government Workshop (DGW), is set to join the GITEX Technology Week on October 17 to 21 at the Dubai World Trade Center as part of the Digital Dubai Pavilion. During this event, DGW will showcase its latest services, updates on new initiatives and innovations, as well as introduce its advanced solutions aimed at enhancing […]

His Excellency Sheikh NahayanMabarak Al Nahayan, UAE Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence and Commissioner General of Expo 2020 Dubai, has been presented with the commemorative stamps of Expo 2020 Dubai, issued by the Emirates Post Group in collaboration with Expo 2020 Dubai. His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan received the collection from Abdulla Mohammed Alashram, CEO of […]

Sierra Leone has celebrated its national day at Expo 2020 Dubai with a flag-raising ceremony at the stage of nations in Al Wasl Plaza. President Julius Maada Bio of Sierral Leone, welcomed by Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Cabinet Member and Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence , and Commissioner General of Expo 2020 Dubai, […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) is preparing to showcase its most prominent digital services through its participation in the 41st edition of GITEX Technology Week, one of the largest technology exhibitions in the world being held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from17 – 21 October. DLD will highlight its comprehensive services available on the Dubai […]

The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) – the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise – has received the Global Free Zone of the Year 2021 award by the Financial Times’ fDi Magazine for the seventh consecutive year. The award, which is the most prestigious credit a free zone can earn, serves […]

Nissan, the Official Automotive Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai, demonstrated its vision for the Future of Mobility with an exclusive showcase of the Ariya, the brand’s all-electric crossover. Making its first regional appearance at Nissan’s inaugural activation at Expo 2020 Dubai, the Ariya symbolizes Nissan’s forward-looking journey into the future of electrification and sustainable mobility. […]

The India Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai today announced the agenda for the upcoming Space Week scheduled to happen from 17th October to 23rd October 2021. The week being organised by the Department of Space and FICCI will see participation from various dignitaries in the space sector including, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of […]

Emirates is expecting over 190,000 departing and arriving passengers to travel through Terminal 3 at Dubai International this weekend ahead of the school mid-term break. The busiest day for the airline will be on Friday 15 October, particularly as many customers depart on morning flights, although high passenger traffic is expected to start today, and will run […]

The Porto & North of Portugal Tourism Board announces its 1st cultural heritage event at EXPO 2020 running from October 14th to 16th, BISALHÃES’ POTTERY, VILA REAL, A WORLD-CLASS CRAFT, one of many events paying homage to the North of Portugal. The event will be celebrating one of the main traditions of this Region, by […]

Expo 2020 Dubai is off to a great start, welcoming 411,768 ticketed visits in its first ten days (official figures from Expo) since its inauguration on October 1. In this context, France is delighted to announce that 79,559 of these visitors have visited the France Pavilion in the same period of time. The fast-queue system is […]

All eyes were on the vibrant, multi-faceted lifestyle destination Bluewaters Island today as Madame Tussauds Dubai opened to the public for the first time. Excitement levels have been building for months now and reached a fitting crescendo pioneering Emirati athlete, and Olympic weightlifter Amna Al Haddad, as well as radio host and serial entrepreneur Kris […]

The number of African companies registered with Dubai Chamber increased by 15.5% percent since 2019 to reach 24,800 today, His Excellency Hamad Buamim, President and CEO of Dubai Chamber has revealed. H.E. Buamim’s statement came during his remarks at the 6th Global Business Forum Africa in Dubai earlier today. The forum, organised in partnership with […]

In a reflection of the huge boost that Expo 2020 Dubai has given to global tourism recovery, key stakeholders and partners opened the doors to a new era for Dubai’s tourism industry at a ceremony marking the symbolic opening of the Expo 2020 entry Portal. His Excellency, Helal Saeed Almarri, Director General of the Department […]

It’s the moment the world has been waiting for, and the ultimate celebration destination is not going to disappoint. Ain Dubai, the world’s largest and tallest observation wheel by Dubai Holding announced today details for its opening weekend, taking place on Thursday and Friday 21st and 22nd October. The opening weekend celebrations are set to […]

Africa’s most populous region with nearly 456 million inhabitants, East Africa was also the continent’s fastest growing district between 2015 and 2020 with a cumulative annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 4.3%, revealed a new report by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Focusing on East Africa, the report is the latest instalment of […]

Gilberto Amauri de Godoy Filho, widely regarded as one of the best volleyball players in history, is in awe following his visit to Expo 2020 Dubai with an official delegation from his south Brazilian state of Parana. Popularly known as Giba, the 44-year-old made his debut for Brazil at the age of 18 in 1995 […]

In celebration of the UAE’s 50thAnniversary, Dubai Autodrome is hosting the Historic Dubai Grand Prix Revival to pay homage to the 1981 Dubai Grand Prix, which was the first of its kind in the region. Dubai Autodrome, the UAE’s first premier motorsport and motoring venue in the Middle East, will hold the momentous race powered […]

Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office and Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) have announced the renewal of a partnership to launch joint initiatives to provide the community with new creative experiences in Dubai’s public spaces. The announcement was made during a meeting held at the Government of Dubai […]

Do you suffer from stomach discomfort, bloating or unpleasant reactions to certain foods that you consume? Do you find it difficult to digest certain things or are unsure of what is causing this irritation? It is so important to be aware of what we eat as it affects us all so differently, whether that be […]

FreshToHome — a leading e-grocery in the UAE’s — has launched the next best thing since sliced bread: preservative free sandwich bread, available for the first time ever in this region! Taking the concept of healthy food to the next level, all FreshToHome products are 100% Clean Label, which means they are made with the […]

Visit Diwali Mela Exhibition Begin your festive season preps with a visit to this season’s first Diwali Exhibition, Diwali Mela, organized by Dubai’s largest Indian Community platform, Indian Expats in Dubai (IED).  Explore exquisite range of 100 plus brands including décor, clothes, jewellery footwear and more. Some of the brands present at the exhibition include Libaas, Gurmehar Collections, Womeniya, […]

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 returns 8-13 November with a varied line-up of 200+ activities staged at the festival’s main hub in d3 and around the city. Celebrating design and creativity in the UAE and beyond […]

The Emirates Expo 2020 Dubai special livery aircraft will be performing two low level flypasts over Sheikh Zayed Road and the Expo 2020 Dubai site tomorrow morning, Wednesday 13 October and Thursday 14 October. Opportunities for media and the public making their morning commute to spot the aircraft will approximately be between the hours of 5am […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is preparing to launch an exceptional version of this year’s Dubai Festival for Youth Theatre (DFYT). The festival to be held from 19 – 25 November 2021 has witnessed an unprecedented participation of National theatre groups from across the UAE. Dubai Culture has formed a committee to review […]

A new report, titled ‘Hydrogen: From Hype to Reality’, has called on the importance of developing integrated strategies to produce, store and use hydrogen energy. As the world strives to achieve net-zero emissions, hydrogen will be crucial to decarbonize hard-to-abate industries, such as steel, cement, aviation and shipping, it noted. The report is launched by […]

The Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) has launched the 4th cycle of its Mentorship Programme . Around 100 members took part in the previous 3 cycles of the highly acclaimed programme, which aims to provide the participants with valuable expertise, support and guidance. Those who are interested to sign up for the programme can apply […]

Hosts United Arab Emirates will face European powerhouses Portugal and Spain, and African champions Senegal in the group stages of the 10th Tecnotree Intercontinental Beach Soccer Cup Dubai, which will take place under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Sports Council, on Kite Beach from November […]

utu, the travel tech startup, has announced a partnership with Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, in a bid to disrupt the VAT refund sector. Emirates is the world’s first airline to offer rewards on tax-free shopping. An industry first, the utu Tax Free app offers travelers the opportunity to upsize […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is preparing to launch an exceptional version of this year’s Dubai Festival for Youth Theatre (DFYT). The festival to be held from 19 – 25 November 2021 has witnessed an unprecedented participation of National theatre groups from across the UAE. Dubai Culture has formed a committee to review […]

Dubai Next, the first digital crowdfunding platform in Dubai launched earlier this year by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, has fast evolved into a catalyst for innovative enterprise in new and emerging sectors as well as a meeting point for […]

Dubai Industrial City (DI), one of the largest industrial hubs in the region, has announced thatAl Ameera Food has signed onto set up three factories in the business district with a total built-up area of 22,000m² and investment of AED 100 million over the next five years. The agreement demonstrates Dubai Industrial City’s commitment to […]

Located on Dubai’s most famous stretch of coastline, the ultimate relaxed family beach resort Jumeirah Beach Hotel announces the return of the highly sought-after children’s football camp Football Escapes this October half term. Running over two weeks- from 18th to 22nd October for the first week and 25th to 29th October for the second week-, […]

wasl properties, one of the largest real estate development and management companies in Dubai, has announced the leasing of130 units in 45 minutes as part of its promotional campaign which coincides with the inauguration of Expo 2020 Dubai. wasl also managed to break the previous record it set last year by leasing 126 units in […]

The Middle East’s biggest celebration of fitness and wellness, Dubai Active presented by FitnGlam, will return to Dubai later this month from 28th to 30th October with its most exciting event line up yet, and is set to unite some of the world’s leading fitness stars and wellness influencers around the topic of body positivity. […]

My world, my home is curated by Dubai based artist and educator Kim Oberoi. The show aims to offer a platform to young artists aged from 3yrs to 16 yrs of age an opportunity to exhibit their works to an international audience. There are 45 artists participating in this show and their works will be […]

DP World has announced the creation of an investment platform in partnership with the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor CDC Group (CDC). The platform covers a long-term investment period. DP World is contributing its stakes in three existing ports initially and expects to invest a further $1 billion through the platform over the next several years. CDC is […]

China’s defending champion Yuxin Lin is aiming for an unprecedented third Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship (AAC) title but will face a stiff challenge from the in-form Japanese world No.1 Keita Nakajima and the cream of the region’s men’s talent at the 12thedition of the championship from 3-6November 2021 at Dubai CreekGolf & Yacht Club in the […]

After his glorious and unforgettable choreography of The Legend of Love, the world finally acknowledged Yuri Grigorovich’s genius interpretation of story and dance. The Russian choreographer’s popularity catapulted to new heights earning him global ballet laurels and recognition. 50 years on, The Legend of Love continues to wow its audience with exceptional spectacle of elegant […]

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) announced today the launch of the Dubai Future Solutions, a global initiative featuring a series of challenges that will bring together scientists, designers, inventors, universities, research centres, companies and […]

In 2018, Idealz launched its school-building program in collaboration with Dubai Cares, where together the e-commerce platform and organization joined forces to build and operate a fleet of schools in lesser-developed countries with limited access to quality education. Today, as part of that program, the entities announced the official opening of the very first school […]

During the opening month of Expo 2020 Dubai, the world’s greatest show, Novartis, a leading global pharmaceutical company, made its appearance at the Swiss Pavilion located at the Opportunity District. Consistently ranked among the world’s top companies investing in research and development, Novartis promises to showcase the most promising frontiers of science, the most transformative […]

Guests visiting Global Village in Season 26 are set to experience numerous enhancements that have been made across the park. The UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment is working around the clock to complete key attraction and infrastructure improvements ahead of this month’s official re-opening. Guests at Global […]

New Soho Garden is ready to amp up the late-night Ibiza party-lovers vibes in Dubai, as they gear up to welcome the global ambassador of techno – Marco Carola this Friday, 15th October. With over two decades in the industry, Marco is still one of the most respected artists amongst the techno scenes from Ibiza to […]

The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has called on Expo official participants to benefit from the Value Added Tax (VAT) refund scheme for taxes paid on goods and services connected with Expo 2020 Dubai, implemented by the FTA in accordance with UAE Cabinet Decision No. 1 of 2020 on the Refund of Value Added Tax Paid […]

The UAE accounted for 88% of investment from the GCC to Sub-Sahara Africa between January 2016 and July 2021, or $1.2 billion, according to a newly released whitepaper issued by The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) and commissioned by Dubai Chamber, in the lead up to the 6th Global Business Forum Africa in Dubai. Key findings […]

DP World has joined forces with Qureos, a marketplace for micro cohort-based learning community and apprenticeships to support Tumoohi, a training initiative by DP World. The programme, launched in 2016, is a part of DP World’s ongoing efforts to support the Emirati society and contribute to the UAE government’s efforts to enable Emirati youth. By […]

To celebrate the launch of the highly anticipated Expo 2020 Dubai, leading British retailer, Marks and Spencer operated by Al-Futtaim Group marks the world coming together through the universal joy of food! Inspiring customers to discover cuisines from India to Italy, China to Mexico and the UK, Marks and Spencer’s extensive food selection allows foodies […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, received the prestigious‘ Most Innovative Mixed Use Development Company’ award at the Global Business Outlook Awards 2021, which seeks to recognise and reward excellence in businesses around the world and is designed to facilitate the outstanding work of businesses and their leaders across all industries. Azizi […]

The All Africa Festival (AFF), the largest showcase of pan-African cultures which seeks to bring together the region’s residents and expats alike to experience the continent’s vibrant energy, beauty, and diversity, has today, announced Mohamed Ramadan performing on the music stage at the event at Burj Park, Downtown Dubai from 21-23 October 2021. Mohamed Ramadan is paving the way as […]

SHUAA Capital psc (DFM: SHUAA), the leading asset management and investment banking platform in the region, has announced that its managed funds have invested in the recently concluded CHF 32million (USD 34.8 million) Series Cfunding round by SkyCell, the Swiss pharma-tech supply chain company which manufactures smart containers enabling the safe, secure and sustainable transportation […]

Fitness First, one of the world’s leading health and fitness chains,is supporting Expo 2020 and shaking up the fitness scene, with a range of exclusive fitness classes available at Expo 2020’s exciting Sport, Fitness and Wellbeing Hub. Located adjacent to the iconic Alif Mobility Pavilion, the brand-new Sport, Fitness and Wellbeing Hub welcomes all abilities, […]

H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, has affirmed that Expo 2020 Dubai embodies the aspirations of the GCC countries towards a promising and prosperous future, and “reflects a history of joint Gulf action with an inspiring and rich path that led us to achieve qualitative achievements across […]

The Ministry of Science, Technology & Innovation (MOSTI), has lined up another interesting week of programmes and activities at the Malaysian Pavilion for the Expo2020 Dubai, this time focusing on the Startup Ecosystem. MOSTI’s agency, Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd (Cradle) will be the host of Week 2 of this international quinquennial event held from 11 – […]

Emirates, the Premier Partner and Official Airline of Expo 2020 Dubai, welcomed Mikel Arteta, Manager of Premier League club Arsenal, to its pavilion. Arteta was welcomed by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group. He was given a tour of the digital experiences centred on the future […]

Business confidence in Dubai reached its third highest level in 10 years as companies in the emirate begin to feel the positive impact of Expo 2020 Dubai, a new survey from Dubai Chamber has revealed. According to the findings of the Chamber’s quarterly Business Leaders’ Outlook Survey, 76 percent of respondents noted improved business confidence […]

Exercise the horror away with a hell-ish BARE witchy workout. You’ll be trick or treated to a Halloween-themed class, packed with pumpkin holds, zombie runs and spider squats Start the session with our limited edition BARE Black pre-workout potion and embrace your spooky side with your creepiest costume. Fancy dress shouldn’t be limited to themed […]

In line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to transform Dubai into a vital player in global economic development and one of the smartest and happiest cities in the world, the Government of Dubai’s Department of Finance […]

Citing the 7,000-year contributions of the date palm in the cultural history of the United Arab Emirates, the Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council (Irthi) – an affiliate of the UAE-based NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA), called for innovations in heritage crafts as it unveiled its research findings that led to the development of a palm textile […]

The Mexican Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai embodies the authenticity of Mexican culture and heritage and reflects the important role of women in Mexican society. In a statement to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), Martha Jaramillo, Commissioner-General of the Mexican Pavilion at Expo, said, “The facade of the Mexican Pavilion was woven by 200 Mexican […]

Ya Weli is a groovy track sung by Indian origin popular Dubai-based female singer NEHA PANDEY in collaboration with NIKON MIDDLE EAST; the first artist to sing original Arabic songs ever. Ya Weli is essentially a love song. The kind of love one can interpret in their own way. Sung in both Arabic, Hindi/Urdu, and artistically shot in […]

Kicking off the outdoor season entertainment in style, The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah, the iconic waterfront leisure and shopping destination by Nakheel, is hosting a K-Pop themed weekend of music, dance and culture, with a stunning fountain show from Thursday, 14 to Saturday, 16 October in partnership with Korean Tourism Organisation’s Dubai Office,Springs15.Com and Samyang. […]

EllingtonProperties, Dubai’s design-led property developer, is nearing the completion of its Wilton Terracesresidential project. With power and water connectivity to Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA) secured, the elegant development set in the heart of Mohammed Bin Rashid (MBR) City offering views of Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary, is readying to welcome its residents. One […]

Since 01 October 2021, the Czech Republic pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai has attracted visitors with its futuristic and trailblazing initiatives at the sustainability district. Furthermore, the pavilion celebrated Czech Tourism Day on 05 October 2021 by hosting an informative workshop for travel partners in the Middle East. Organised in cooperation with the Czech Embassy […]

Mastercard, the Official Payment Technology Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai, has teamed up with the region’s largest network for women-owned businesses, Female Fusion, to unlock opportunities for women entrepreneurs at the world’s largest cultural gathering. The collaboration will result in a host of knowledge-sharing, networking and mentoring events aimed at women-owned businesses that will aim […]

Layla Kardan, internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter, continues her mission to break regional stereotypes by announcing the launch of her first scintillating venue, Papillon at The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina. Putting passion into practice, Papillon will be a compelling, exploratory performance and dining experience, co-created by Layla Kardan and globally renowned, international collaborators […]

Dubai, our vibrant social hub and bustling metropolis, lives up to its international reputation with an exceptional range of diverse entertainment taking place every single month of the year. From immersive art experiences, imaginative and aesthetic architectural designs, harmonious and instrumental music, yoga exercises to promote health and well-being, to exciting activities for children and […]

The Malaysia Café, situated on the Ground Floor of the Malaysia Pavilion, at Expo2020 Dubai, has attracted a steady stream of visitors looking to sample Malaysian delicacies, including Malaysian diaspora searching out their local favourites at a home away from home. The Café houses Nur Malaysia, a restaurant chain under GISB Holdings, and Marrybrown, the […]

The Dubai World Trade Centre Authority (DWTCA) today announced new regulations to encourage family businesses to establish Single and Multiple Family Office (SFO & MFO) licenses with the free zone. The regulations address the needs of family-run entities and introduce a new platform for wealthy families to set-up offshore holding companies within DWTCA’s designated free […]

Halloween returns to the desert with Sonara Camp’s annual Spooktacular Halloween event. Turning traditional trick or treating on its head, children will explore the Dubai desert by camel on October 29th, seeking ghosts and ghouls who will surprise little ones with a trick, or treat them with yummy goodies. There will also be a cupcake […]

The Emirates Mars Mission, the first interplanetary exploration undertaken by an Arab nation, Saturday released unique new images of Mars that challenge existing conception of how the planet’s atmospheric gases behave and interact. Taken by the Mars Hope probe’s EMUS instrument, the observations show dramatic variations in the concentrations of both atomic oxygen and carbon […]

Commemorating Fika, a Swedish social phenomenon involving quality time with colleagues, family, friends or someone you are trying to get to know over a coffee and pastries, a Guinness World record was achieved at Expo 2020 last night. A line of traditional Swedish cinnamon buns showcased at the Swedish Pavilion at Expo 2020 has been […]

Peter Cowen, arguably the world’s number one golf coach, has received the prestigious Dubai Golden VISA Award. The 70 year-old from Yorkshire, England, has been in Dubai on holiday with his family this week at JA The Resort, Jebel Ali. ‘I am delighted to receive this Award from the government of Dubai and to join […]

Ice Warrior 12, the Women’s Cycling Challenge in Al Marmoom and the ContiFit Challenge topped a busy list of 12 sports events that took place in Dubai this weekend. Organised in cooperation with Dubai Sports Council, the events were hold in different parts of Dubai and attracted hundreds of participants of different age and abilities, representing […]

Nassar Habashneh, Ambassador of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan to the UAE, has commended the UAE’s efforts in organising and hosting Expo 2020 Dubai, which he described as a source of pride for all Arabs. In a statement at the inauguration of the Jordan Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, Habashneh said that the event has […]

Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), the global platform for accelerating sustainable development, hosted by Masdar, has today announced a new collaboration, which will bring elements of the Week to Expo 2020 Dubai. The ADSW Opening Ceremony and the Zayed Sustainability Prize Awards Ceremony will take place at the Dubai Exhibition Centre on Monday 17 January […]

Throughout the six-month Expo 2020 Dubai, Emirates is unlocking even more offers for all its UAE citizens and residents. By simply showing their boarding pass, Emirates’ customers can enjoy complimentary access to the Dubai Frame, one of the city’s iconic attractions offering a panoramic view of old and new Dubai. In addition, the Emirates boarding […]

Last night saw the Israel Pavilion officially celebrating its opening at Expo2020 Dubai, welcoming visitors from all 191 countries. The Inauguration event was hosted by the Minister of Tourism Mr. Yoel Razvozov and Mr. Elazar Cohen, Commissioner General of the Israel Pavilion. Speeches by high-ranking officials included: His Excellency Dr. Ahmad Belhoul, UAE Minister of […]

Dubai Municipality will celebrate World Migratory Birds Day, which falls on 9th October. Observing this international occasion strengthens the municipality’s leading role in raising environmental awareness for the emirate’s community and its quest to preserve biodiversity and ecosystems in the emirate. The Environment Department of the Dubai Municipality will attractively organise various awareness programmes for […]

The Spain Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai will start its cultural programme on Friday with a performance by the flamenco singer Miguel Poveda, who will perform on the Jubilee Stage. Poveda, with more than 14 albums and many awards, will sing a song with Yemeni artist Arwa Online. The Spanish star has been awarded the […]

Etisalat today announced the launch of a wide range of special Expo 2020 Dubai offers and benefits, enabling visitors and residents to stay connected on the world’s fastest mobile network as well as experience the best of TV entertainment and superfast broadband speeds. Khaled Elkhouly, Chief Consumer Officer, Etisalat, said: “We are delighted to introduce […]

The Miss Universe Organization, and Yugen Events announced today, October 7, 2021,  that the historical first-ever MISS UNIVERSE® UAE competition will be happening in Dubai, at the official press conference at Armani/Ristorante, Armani Hotel, Burj Khalifa – the world’s taller tower. The premiere edition of the legendary pageant will be held live and in partnership […]

The sports sector is starting to benefit from the opportunities created by hosting Expo 2020, which will bring some of the greatest minds and personalities from the worlds of science and technology, economy, literature, show business and sports to Dubai. His Excellency Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council, met His Excellency Vladimir Leonov, […]

The Digital Dubai Pavilionreturns to GITEX Global 2021 for another year, where 31 government and private entities come together in one display and under a new name – Digital Dubai – embodying the Emirate’s role at the fore of global efforts to recover from the crisis, return to normal, and shape a bright future. The […]

Emirates has partnered with streaming service HBO Max to bring the best premium content onboard the airline’s award-winning ice system, ice. Emirates is the first airline in the region to have partnered with HBO Max, which is WarnerMedia’s go-to streaming destination for all of its hit movies and shows. HBO Max is currently available only […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has magnetised tens of thousands of foreign investors through the staging of roadshows in a number of countries across the world, promoting its prestigious projects as well as the emirate of Dubai as a whole. The developer has attracted substantial amounts of foreign investment to Dubai, […]

RewirEd, the global platform that seeks to drive the debate about the future of education, today announced the emerging agenda and a stellar speaker line-up for its highly anticipated RewirEd Summit to be held at Expo 2020 Dubai as part of the Knowledge and Learning Week. RewirEd Summit, the most important in-person global education gathering […]

Panasonic, one of the strategic sponsors at the Japan Pavilion, Expo 2020 Dubai, providing immersive projection mapping and mist solutions and a remote maintenance system, will showcase the country’s strides in technological innovation, centuries-old wisdom and skills. A leading provider of innovative solutions for past World Expos, including the Expo Milano 2015, Panasonic aims to […]

The Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) announced that its contribution to Dubai’s non-oil foreign trade for the first half of 2021 reached 11%. H1 trade in the Freezone grew 34% from the same period last year to reach AED77 billion, with a trade surplus of AED6.2 billion. Imports recorded a growth of 44.5% in the […]

Visitors to the futuristic Alif – the Mobility Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai are to be dwarfed by nine-metre-tall, photo-realistic figures from the Golden Age of Arab civilisation, including ancient navigator Ahmad Ibn Majid and celebrated explorer Ibn Battuta. Ahmad Ibn Majid, a great Muslim navigator, born in the 15th century in Julfar (present-day Ras […]

The Irish Pavilion, in partnership with Expo Dubai 2020, is excited to announce that Riverdance, the Grammy Award-winning music and dance performance, will take to the stage at Expo 2020 Dubai with a specially curated rendition of the Riverdance 25th Anniversary Show, “Riverdance at Expo”. The cultural phenomenon of Riverdance, inspired by Irish traditions and […]

Intersect by Lexus Dubai (IBL), renowned restaurant located in the heart of DIFC and part of Al-Futtaim Automotive, has launched the ‘Young Chef Competition’ by 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 will compete […]

Tickets are now selling for Inside Burj Al Arab, the brand-new hotel tour from Jumeirah Group that will take visitors on a fascinating journey of discovery into the untold stories of the global icon. Opening to the public on Friday 15th October 2021, the one-of-a-kind immersive experience has been specially curated for up to 12 […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has entered into a strategic partnership with Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC)for the first ever edition of Fintech Surge, a new exhibition, conference and meeting point for the Fintech and Financial Services communities, co-located with […]

Procter & Gamble (P&G) has partnered with Zulekha Hospital in the UAE andChoithrams,for the Pink It Now campaign in October as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This initiative strives to increase awareness of the disease, promote screening and early testing, and raise funds for research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure. On […]

To coincide with the opening of Expo 2020 Dubai,  and as part of a new interactive initiative to enrich the knowledge of residents and visitors with Dubai’s cultural treasures, Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) launches a partnership with ‘Secret City Trails’ and the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing in Dubai (Dubai Tourism) […]

Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), Government of Uganda’s destination marketing organization has at the Uganda Tourism Trade and Investment Forum 2021, held at the Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights on the 5th of October 2021, announced the launch of a revitalized and strengthened multi-level tourism promotional push to attract residents of the UAE and Gulf Countries to […]

Hamdan Sports Complex, one of the world’s most iconic sports arenas, will take centre stage next month when its hosts yet another top international event – the 25th Karate World Championships from November 16 to 21. With more than 1,800 athletes expected in Dubai for the event, alongside over 1,200 delegates, team officials and technical staff, […]

In pursuance of effective implementation of Circular No. 5 issued by the Ministry of Economy in March 2021, Dubai Economy organised a series of webinars for the business owners and investors in the Emirate, over the last quarter to support them to fully comply with the measures being adopted nationwide to enhance transparency and curb […]

The All Festival (AFF), the largest showcase of pan-African cultures which seeks to bring together the region’s residents and expats alike to experience the continent’s vibrant energy, beauty, and diversity, has today announced an exciting line-up of African global superstars who will be taking to the stage to perform their hit songs this October in […]

Opportunities and trends emerging in the post-COVID digital era will be in the spotlight at the 12th World Chambers Congress (#12WCC) in Dubai, where chamber leaders and members, prominent business heads and industry experts will convene to share their insights and experiences in dealing with disruption and enhancing their preparedness for future challenges. The three-day […]

Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, has rolled out exciting offerings with Skywards Exclusives – a unique airline loyalty initiative that offers experiences from Emirates’ expansive sponsorships portfolio. The loyalty programme continues to offer members more ways to redeem Skywards Miles on-ground at world-renowned sporting events across cricket, motorsport racing and […]

DP World’s flagship Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza)witnessed a robust new customer growth of nearly 40%year-on-year in H1 2021, taking the total number of companies in Jafza to over 8,700. Some of the industry segments in Jafza observed a significant rise in figures, with Machinery and Equipment witnessing an increase of 188 per cent, Vehicle […]

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 […]

Halloween returns to the desert with Sonara Camp’s annual Spooktacular Halloween event. Turning traditional trick or treating on its head, children will explore the Dubai desert by camel on October 29th, seeking ghosts and ghouls who will surprise little ones with a trick, or treat them with yummy goodies. There will also be a cupcake […]

Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping malls, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, has joined the launch of the SAP Cares Environment, Social, Governance (ESG) Network, during Expo 2020 Dubai’s Climate and Biodiversity Theme Week at the SAP House on the Expo site. “Leading UAE organizations, such as Majid […]

Notable names from the world of cricket gathered at Expo 2020 Dubai today as Rajasthan Royals Group – the owners of Expo-sponsored Indian Premier League franchise Rajasthan Royals – launched Next Innings, a digital community for cricket fans. Ashes-winning former England captain Andrew Strauss, cricket broadcaster and former player Simon Hughes and Rajasthan Royals’ lead […]

Some of the best-known musicians from the Gulf and wider Arab world will come together to showcase the finest Emirati and regional music and culture in new series of shows titled Jalsat @ Expo, at Expo 2020 Dubai, set to kick off in ten days. Star names who will grace Jalsat @Expo include Saudi singer […]

As part of Climate and Biodiversity Week at Expo 2020 Dubai, the Women’s Pavilion hosted a Women’s World Majlis on ‘The First Defenders of Mother Nature: Women Leading the Fight to Save Our Planet’, moderated by Dr Nawal Al Hosany, Permanent Representative of the UAE to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). The session, which […]

The Emirates A380 touched down in Istanbul today, celebrating the start of daily scheduled flights from Dubai to Istanbul Airport. Today was also the first time that the iconic double-decker aircraft, featuring it’s four-class offering, landed in Istanbul. Emirates had announced that it would start daily A380 flights to Istanbul from 1 October. The special […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, is making headlines with the launch of its three new Riviera Beachfront residences that have direct access to – and stunning views of– Azizi’s newly announced 2.7-kilometre-long crystal lagoon in Riviera, the developer’s French Mediterranean-inspired residential and commercial community in one of Dubai’s most sought-after neighbourhoods, […]

The second edition of the Future Food Forum, hosted by the UAE Food & Beverages Manufacturers Group, is set to take place this October 19 and 20 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo 2020 Dubai, bringing together more than 500 industry leaders to discuss future trends that will shape the F&B manufacturing sector. The two-day […]

The European Tour today added the AVIV Dubai Championship to its 2021 schedule, with the tournament returning for a second year to form an end of season double-header in Dubai with the DP World Tour Championship. The US$1.5 million AVIV Dubai Championship will be played on the Fire course at Jumeirah Golf Estates from November […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and Bulgari, the leading Italian brand in the world of jewellery and luxury, announced the jury members for the first edition of the Bulgari Contemporary Art Award, who will be evaluating the works submitted by the artists shortlisted by Dubai Culture.The winning artist will be announced in February […]

With more destinations being added to Emirates’ A380 network, there’s no better time to rediscover your favourite cities, visit family and friends or just take a relaxing family holiday this winter. Emirates’ A380 network is expanding to 27 cities, and the airline is offering travellers the chance to fly in style with special fares starting […]

A nationwide school programme supported by private investment firm and multi-focused economic enabler A.R.M. Holding, saw over 1,800 children from 70 schools across the country participate in the week-long Noom Project, developed by design duo Studio Sain, which invited children to create an alternative living habitat on a fictional version of the moon. The classroom-based art […]

Now in its majestic tenth year, the world’s largest natural flower garden unveils a new attraction that kids and kids-at-heart will surely adore. Dubai Miracle Garden is proud to announce the launch of its all-new Smurfs Village for the winter season, where the world of the beloved blue creatures will be displayed as delightful landscape arrangements, […]

Science workshops where kids between the ages of 7 and 11 years of age can have fun through experiments and get a playful introduction to science, are now open at the German Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Researchers’ World or ‘Forscherwelt’ in German, is located at CAMPUS GERMANY and is part of an international initiative […]

Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has been awarded the Sheikh Khalifa Excellence Award (SKEA) in the Elite Category. DEWA received the Award during the closing ceremony, which was attended […]

The Covid-19 pandemic has had a direct impact on the weight of the population in the UAE with over half the country suffering from increased weight gain and the concerns it comes with. This shocking truth has led to a community that has a new wave of pandemic health concerns and in turn, Allurion has […]

Alta Real Estate Development today announces a project set to change the tone of the city’s property development scene in more ways than one. Designed to become a new local landmark, the Mr. C branded residence combines a team of world-renowned architects, interior designers, and developers to create a one-of-a-kind project that will leave its […]

Emirates, one of the world’s largest international airlines, and Sabre Corporation, the leading software and technology company that powers the global travel industry, have signed a new multi-year, worldwide distribution agreement. The new agreement will provide Sabre-connected travel buyers and agencies with access to Emirates’ content, through Sabre’s global distribution system (GDS), with immediate effect. Further to this, Emirates […]

wasl properties, one of the largest real estate development and management companies in Dubai, has announced its unbeatable offer targeting potential tenants. The offer, that starts from 10 October, for a limited period, is part of the company’s six-month campaign which coincides with the inauguration of Expo 2020 Dubai. Interested tenants can choose from a […]

Nokia today announced that it is demonstrating advanced technologies, including 5G, Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence and Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality at the Expo 2020 Dubai for six months from 1st October 2021 to 31st March 2022. As part of the Finnish pavilion, Nokia presents several use cases that enable society to be more productive, […]

As an early partner of the French Pavilion at the World Expo, which runs from October 1 to March 31, 2022 in Dubai, ENGIE participated in its inauguration on October 2, 2021 in the presence of Jean-Yves Le Drian, French Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs, Franck Riester, Minister Delegate for Foreign Trade and Attractiveness, […]

With most countries in the Middle East reaching close to herd immunity, the live in-person events are coming back. The Dubai World Trade Centre has announced a plethora of events and exhibitions on its calendar for 2021-22. The 85th General Meeting of the International Electrotechnical Commission – IEC Beauty World Middle East and Wellness & […]

The Malaysia Pavilion today officially opens its doors at Expo 2020 Dubai and invites visitors to experience an immersive journey of Malaysia’s rainforest enabled by 3D projection mapping. The 1,234.56 square metres net zero carbon installation at the mega event is set to present the country’s sustainable vision through several other creative interactive technologies in […]

On Saturday, 23 October 2021, TEDxAlQuozwill launch its first event under the theme ‘Humanity and Interdependence’that seeks to reflect people’s current spirit through a series of captivating talks, artistic performances, and networking opportunities. The event will take place from 4 – 8 p.m. at ‘Warehouse Four’ in Al Quoz district,and tickets will go on sale […]

Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East North Africa and Turkey) region, has announced plans for further expansion in India, following approval from RBI (Reserve Bank of India) to open two additional branches. The announcement reflects India’s growing importance to Dubai’s biggest bank by assets as the United Arab Emirates (UAE) […]

Gulf Cooperation Council Interconnection Authority (GCCIA), a joint stock company comprising of the six Arab Gulf counties,conducted a Forum on ‘Climate Change and Energy Security’. The event was held on 4th October 2021 at the pavilion of the Gulf Cooperation Council at Expo 2020 Dubai. The Forum comes at a time where GCCIA announced that […]

His Excellency Zaki Anwar Nusseibeh, Cultural Adviser to His Highness the President and Chancellor of the United Arab Emirates University described Expo 2020 Dubai as one of the world’s most important cultural, scientific, and economic events. H.E. said that the dazzling opening ceremony demonstrated the UAE’s ability to organise and host an event of this […]