A spectacular showcase of Chinese-themed cultural festivities and entertainment await guests at MOTIONGATE™ Dubai this Chinese New Year. Mark the festival of peace, prosperity and good health at the theme park with family and friends surrounded by a vibrant atmosphere featuring dazzling decorations, live performances, dining delights and more from 22nd January to 8th February. […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Minister of Finance and President of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), the 24th edition of UAE International Dental Conference and Arab Dental Exhibition – AEEDC Dubai, will be held from the 4th to the 6th of February, 2020 at […]

The largest Consumer Cooperative in the UAE, ‘Union Coop’ recently signed 2 memorandum of understanding with ‘Dubai Foundation for Women and Children’, the first non-profitable authorized humanitarian organization that provides shelter and care in the UAE to the victims of domestic abuse, violence, child abuse and the victims of human trafficking. The first MoU states […]

The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature is showcasing 12 fantastic female writers for its 12th edition. This year the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature (4-9 February 2019) is shining the spotlight on the acclaimed female writers who help make sense of the world, either through their characters’ stories, or their own experiences. Bringing new insights, […]

Dubai’s premier fresh food market, the Waterfront Market – Deira, will celebrate Chunji ‘Spring Festival’ and promises plenty of fun and festive activities for all the family. The Chinese New Year’s celebrations will begin on Saturday, 25th January and run until Saturday 8th February with special performances throughout the week. 2020 is the year of […]

More than 150 nutritionists will be at various supermarkets across the Middle East and North Africa throughout January to encourage shoppers to eat healthier, move more, and live better. The 2020 edition of the Choose Wellness, Choose Nestlé initiative, running in the region for the seventh consecutive year, is expected to reach around 500,000 shoppers […]

Dubai’s real estate market could be seeing the first signs of growing market confidence. This is a result of a notable slowdown in apartment sales price declines and the stabilisation of rental rates, according to the latest Chestertons’ Observer: Dubai Market Report Q4 2019. Transaction values for the year also underscored the positivity in the […]

At Dubai Land Department (DLD), we followed with unprecedented care the results of the Government of Dubai Customer Happiness and Mystery Shopper Index surveys. We support and value the Dubai Executive Council’s Government Excellence Program under the supervision of HH Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of […]

dnata Travel, the UAE’s longest-standing travel provider, is revealing its most popular destinations in 2019 and where 2020 looks likely to take the UAE’s growing traveller base. In 2019, the top ten most popular destinations for UAE travellers booking with dnata Travel were: United Arab Emirates (for staycations), Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, Maldives, […]

After winning awards and breaking records in 2019, the most prestigious corporate sporting event in the UAE, the Corporate Sports Championship 2020, returns to Dubai on February 27-29, 2020. The blue-ribbon event, presented in collaboration with Dubai Sports Council and empowered by Great Place to Work, unites more than 28 of the UAE’s top companies, […]

The Queen Elizabeth 2, the iconic floating hotel docked permanently in Dubai’s Mina Rashid,  will host a family Valentine’s Day Bunch and a special romantic evening at sea at ‘La Voce Dell’ Amore – The voice of love’ – a dinner and live opera show.

As part of its long-standing pillar partnership with Meydan, Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, sponsored the Dubai World Cup Carnival for the third year running through six races named after its prestigious projects, namely Riviera 1, Mina, Creek Views, Aliyah, Al Furjan, and Riviera 2. At the Dubai World Cup Carnival […]

Emirati camel rider Yahya Al Malai Al-Ketbi duplicated the achievement of his brother, Khamis Ali Saeed Al Malai Al Ketbi, by dominating the second preliminary race of the 5th National Day Camel Marathon held at Al Marmoom Camel Race Track on Friday. Organized by the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center (HHC) in cooperation with the Dubai […]

Assala Nasri mesmerised thousands of Global Village guests at the world’s leading multicultural festival park, and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, as she produced a glittering live set on Friday, 17th January. The accomplished singing sensation entertained guests with fan-favourite songs like “Bent Akaber”, ‘Shamekh”, and ‘Aktar’ for the latest […]

In line with its continuous initiatives to enhance and consolidate its relationship with its partners as well as appreciate the roles they play in developing its services for its customers, Dubai Land Department (DLD), through Dubai Real Estate Institute (DREI), organised the annual forum to honour the various partners who contributed to the success of […]

The Selfie Kingdom (TSK), Dubai’s first ever dedicated selfie museum opens its doors for photo / selfie enthusiasts of all ages. Close to the Expo 2020 site, TSK is an interactive space that aims to inspire creativity, art, design and promote digital content. The hub currently features fifteen pop-up rooms with vibrant and unique backdrops/props […]

The UAE leadership places great importance on protecting the environment and promoting a green economy, and placing sustainability at the forefront of its strategic priorities. This prioritisation supports UAE Vision 2021, which aims to build a sustainable environment and a diversified and sustainable competitive economy that ensures a secure future for generations to come. The […]

Emirates Aviation University celebrated its 30th graduation ceremony, honouring more than 243 students. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group, the graduation ceremony took place at the university’s campus in Dubai Academic City. The graduation ceremony was attended by Dr Ahmad […]

Emirates today announced its contributions to bushfire relief in Australia. The airline will be donating 10% of all EmiratesRED sales on every flight from 17 January until 16 February 2020 and matching this dollar-for-dollar. The proceeds will go towards the recovery and rebuilding efforts taking place in the communities affected across Australia. “We are deeply […]

Mawaheb from Beautiful People (Mawaheb), a Dubai-based non-profit art studio for the determined ones from 16 years and above , invites you to an exhibition titled ‘In Between The Dots’. The exhibition showcases artworks created by its students, inspired by the work of contemporary Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama. Every artwork reflects an emotion or cherished […]

The UAE today lit up the iconic Burj Khalifa in a towering display of national support for Australia following the recent bush fires that have devastated the country. The massive display adorning the world’s tallest building read #MatesHelpMates, the hashtag used to show the outpouring of solidarity with Australia a longstanding friend of the UAE […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, said that the UAE has always been a leader in launching initiatives and projects that serve the people of the region and the world. As part of its vision, the nation will continue to be […]

Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum today attended the 20th anniversary celebrations of the Dubai Press Club (DPC), which was held in the presence of Arab information ministers and prominent officials. The event, held at DPC’s new headquarters, located in One […]

Dubai Opera and Broadway Entertainment Group have partnered with Sharjah UNESCO World Book Capital 2019, to celebrate the power of culture, performance, literature and poetry to unite people across borders and generations. The partnership celebrates the Winter/Spring 2020 series of performances staged at Dubai Opera offering theatregoers a complimentary book on the opening night for theatrical adaptations based on novels such […]

Emirates today announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Trip.com Group, a world’s leading one-stop travel service provider. The agreement was signed in Shanghai by executives of both companies, signalling the start of a strategic cooperation between Emirates and Trip.com Group and allowing the airline to expand its reach in the […]

The global economy is going through a phase of transition and it is highly influenced by the gold industry of every country. For the UAE market, Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group plays an instrumental role in regulating the gold sector, and this year as well with their innovative promotion “Dubai City of Gold” campaign for […]

As quilting remains a perennially popular hobby for people of all ages, the 2020 edition of the International Quilt Show Dubai (IQSD) is set to break records as the biggest event the region has ever seen, attracting crowds of up to 1000 people each day. Event Director Shanker Ramakrishnan runs Dubai-based hobby shop Classic Quilts, […]

The 2020 Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon is expecting to see a record number of Emiratis line up at the start on 24th January, 2020, alongside some of the world’s greatest elite marathon athletes, thanks to the viral “#My City_My Race” campaign. Organised under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, […]

In his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE, has issued Decree No. 1 of 2020 placing Dubai government sports organisations under the supervision of Dubai Sports Council. The Decree states that government sports organisations, including those established or annexed through a […]

Best known for his hit single “Addison Lee”, UK hip hop star, Not3s will be taking the crowd by storm at afterhours party location, Mantis on January 16th for his headline performance in Dubai. His hit single ‘Addison Lee’ brought him to the forefront of the music industry – selling over 200,000 copies of the track […]

Assala Nasri, one of the Arab world’s biggest stars is ready to entertain guests at Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural festival park, and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, with a stunning live concert from 9 pm on Friday, 17th January. The adored Syrian singer will bring her strong and […]

For the third year running, Hala China, by Meraas and Dubai Holding, will usher in the Chinese New Year with a bang. And this year is set to be bigger and better than ever before, as a rich variety of cultural performances and experiences will take place across the city’s leading destinations from 16 January […]

DP World has won a further legal hearing against the Government of Djibouti over the Doraleh Container Terminal. A Tribunal of the London Court of International Arbitration ordered Djibouti to restore the rights and benefits under the 2006 Concession Agreement to DP World and Doraleh Container Terminal SA within two months, or pay damages. An […]

Dubai Future Academy, one of Dubai Future Foundation’s initiatives, organized a training course in partnership with University of Oxford on “Artificial Intelligence and Good Governance”. The course was co-facilitated by a group of international and local experts in the fields of modern technology, artificial intelligence, and future foresight. The three-day training course which was co-designed with […]

Shell UAE is proud to announce it has signed an agreement to be a national partner of the Netherlands pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, the largest event ever to be staged in the Middle East. Beginning in October, Expo 2020 Dubai will host 192 countries and millions of visitors for a six-month celebration of human brilliance […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, today announces that His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, in his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, has enacted the Employment Law Amendment Law No. […]

Roxy Cinemas kicks off the decade with the announcement of an all new location for their famed ladies night, which will return on the 21st January 2020. In addition to the regular screening at Roxy Cinemas Platinum Plus screens in City Walk, the highly-anticipated ladies night will now be available for booking at The Beach, JBR […]

Continued efforts by Dubai Economy to improve consumer rights awareness and strengthen consumer feedback as part of promoting the city as a safe and competitive shopping destination have led to a substantial increase in consumer complaints.  While 32,650 consumer complaints were received in 2018, the past year saw a 20% increase leading to 39,113 complaints, […]

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), today laid the foundation stone for the W Motors Automotive Facility in Dubai Silicon Oasis, UAE, the first manufacturing facility of its kind in the Middle East with an investment of AED370 Million. The groundbreaking event was also attended by […]

With the UAE expected to introduce a new data protection law in the near future, it is crucial that businesses enhance their understanding of data privacy and its legal implications, experts from PwC Middle East explained during a recent workshop at Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s headquarters. The workshop, entitled “Data Privacy in the […]

The Outlet Village, the Tuscan inspired destination by Meraas where fashion lovers and trendsetters meet, celebrated the 25th Dubai Shopping Festival in style last weekend. Visitors were in for a visual treat at the nature-inspired Fashion Greenhouse that hosted vibrant fashion shows presenting the latest collections worn by popular Dubai influencers. Fashion enthusiasts got their […]

Branden Grace shot to the summit of the Race to Dubai after securing his ninth European Tour triumph with a spellbinding final round 62 to hold off defending Champion Louis Oosthuizen and win the South African Open hosted by the City of Johannesburg. The home favourites could not be separated as they made the turn […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, attended today “Artificial Intelligence Experts Retreat”, which was organised by the National Programme of Artificial Intelligence, AI, and attracted 350 AI experts from public and private sector. Sheikh Mohammed also launched a programme to attract AI talents. It seeks […]

Standard Chartered Bank has been announced as the Title Sponsor of the Dubai Polo Gold Cup (Dubai Open) Tournament in 2020. The Dubai Open is the most coveted trophy of the five tournaments under the umbrella of the prestigious Dubai Polo Gold Cup Series. The highly anticipated Standard Chartered Gold Cup 2020 will run from 16 February […]

Poetic Strokes brings the internationally acclaimed Pakistani action crime thriller “Laal Kabootar” to Dubai audiences on 29th of January at Novo Cinemas in Ibn Battuta Mall. The film is produced by Harvard graduates, Hania Chima and Kamil Chima; written by Ali Abbas Naqvi and directed by Kamal Khan. Taha Malik is the music director while […]

Glimpses into Air Traffic Control (ATC) modernisation and innovation will be provided to aviation industry stakeholders at the ATC Forum which is returning for its third straight year in June 2020 during the record-setting Airport Show, the world’s largest annual airport industry gathering. The event is coming at a time when it has been predicted […]

The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature (4-9 February) has today announced details of a ground-breaking venture with Dubai Police and the Penal and Correctional Institutions, along with other initiatives to mark the beginning of the countdown to the 2020 Festival. Tomorrow, I Will Fly, a book of essays written entirely by men and women in […]

Due to the continually prevailing weather conditions and in the interest of comfort of guests and all partners working on site, Global Village management has decided to keep its gates closed for today, Sunday January 12, 2020.  The world’s leading multicultural Festival Park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, will re-open tomorrow, Monday, January 13, 2020, for […]

Dubai Economy confirmed that the emirate’s economic competitiveness and its ability to attract investors to grow and expand their businesses in various economic sectors have been further strengthened in 2019. According to a recent report by the Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector in Dubai Economy, 38,377 new licences have been issued in 2019, a […]

Popular Bollywood singer Neha Kakkar wooed crowds of fans at Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural festival park, and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, as she produced a captivating and vivacious live performance on Friday, 10th January. Neha Kakkar brought her infectious charm and stunning voice to the Global Village […]

If you are a fan of game development, participate in a weekend of game making and join the world’s largest game jam in Dubai, organised as part of The Global Game Jam® (GGJ). Hosted by SAE Institute in partnership with startup incubator ‘in5’, participants will be challenged to a hackathon lasting from 30th January to […]

DMCC – the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise – registered 1,969 new companies in 2019, a signal of strong investor confidence in Dubai and the Authority’s position as one of the world’s most interconnected business districts. DMCC finished 2019 with the strongest Q4 registrations in four […]

The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature today announced it will welcome Jo Nesbø, one of the world’s greatest crime writers, to the 2020 event (4-9 February). The world-renowned Norwegian author, whose books have sold more than 45 million copies in 50 languages, is recognized for broadening the scope of modern crime and thriller fiction. Speaking […]

Arabian Automobiles, the flagship company of the AW Rostamani Group and the exclusive dealer of RENAULT in Dubai, Sharjah, and the Northern Emirates, is delighted to renew its participation in Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), one the biggest and most awaited sales event, for another consecutive year. In celebration of the 25th edition of the annual […]

Boxpark, Dubai’s hip urban destination by Meraas, is celebrating the 25th edition of the Dubai Shopping Festival with its very own Carnival in a Box activation every Thursday to Saturday until 1 February. Every weekend at Boxpark this month has been a celebration unlike any other. By simply spending AED100 at any of Boxpark’s outlets, […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the global 8th ranked international financial centre and leading financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, today announces His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has enacted a new DIFC Leasing Law […]

Due to prevailing weather conditions and in the interest of comfort of guests and all partners working on site, Global Village management has decided that the park will remain closed today, Saturday, January 11, 2020. The world’s leading multicultural Festival Park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, will re-open tomorrow, Sunday, January 12, 2020. We look forward to welcoming guests […]

DMCC – the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise – hosted His Excellency Sultan Bin Saeed Al Mansouri, UAE Minister of Economy, in its Almas Tower headquarters on 9 January 2020, for a briefing on DMCC’s role in facilitating, promoting and driving global trade through the emirate of Dubai. Accompanied […]

His Excellency Mattar Mohammed Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), revealed RTA’s intention to start a trial-run of drones in inspecting Dubai Metro tunnels extending 14 km on both the Red and Green Lines. Using drones enables a precise and fast inspection of the condition of assets. It […]

This 25th Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), witness an unprecedented array of street acts, performed by some of the world’s leading names, including Guinness World Records holders, only at Downtown Dubai. With 30 daily performances, including levitating human statues, mesmerising magical acts and awe-inspiring costumed set-pieces by ‘live statues’, Downtown Dubai Street Fest is your go-to […]

Experience one of the Arab music world’s biggest talents live, let Robbie Williams entertain you and marvel at 10 spectacular firework displays at The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah this Dubai Shopping Festival. Live concerts galore: 17 and 24 January Beloved Arabic singer Mohammad Hamaki will captivate fans with a free, live concert at The Pointe’s […]

Today, Emaar Properties launched Burj Crown, a new, 44-storey luxury residential tower located on the vibrant Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard with direct views of Dubai Opera and Burj Khalifa. Designed by leading Hong-Kong based architecture firm LWK Partners, the 440-unit tower offers one, two and three-bedroom apartments, all with priceless views of Dubai’s most […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has announced that 35 per cent of the construction of Creek Views is now complete. The development, which is 100% freehold, is situated on the iconic Dubai Creek in Dubai Healthcare City. Creek Views is scheduled to be completed by the first quarter of 2021, with […]

Art exhibits created by local Emirati artists, Trolls’ Middle East debut and the first-ever flyboard show on the creek, make up just three of the many reasons to celebrate the 25th Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) extravaganza at Al Seef this year. Al Seef has been named the strategic partner of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment […]

Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) today announced that it contributed 12% of Dubai’s AED 1.02 trillion foreign trade in the first nine months of 2019. The results highlight the success of DAFZA’s strategic projects that have played a role in supporting Dubai’s economic growth and enhancing its GDP. DAFZA’s operational performance supported the increase in […]

It is never too early to plan for the next adventure, especially when it comes to treating the travel bug. Emirates is offering UAE travellers a chance to curate another bumper year of travel and discover its extensive, global network in 2020. For a limited time, jet-setters can look forward to exploring over 150 destinations […]

Jumbo Distribution, a division of Jumbo Group, has expanded its brand portfolio by partnering with Swiss brand Laurastar SA, the world leader in Premium Quality professional ironing systems. Jumbo Electronics will become the exclusive representative, distributor and service provider of Laurastar garment care products in the UAE, including end-to-end operations from distribution, logistics, warranty and […]

It’s been a big year for Wavehouse. Having carved a name for itself across the region as a fun-loving hangout for both families and groups of friends, the casual, all-encompassing entertainment destination has plenty to celebrate. On Thursday 30th January from 8pm onwards, Dubai residents are invited to the birthday party of the year, as […]

India’s comedy king Kapil Sharma is all set to bring his irrepressible, bubbly squad of on-stage neighbours to Dubai, comprising the ever-popular Bharti Singh, Kiku Sharda, Sumona Chakravarti, Chandan Prabhakar and  Krushna Abishek amongst others. The group, which has garnered massive popularity in The Kapil Sharma Show, will bring the house down with their hilarious […]

Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the UAE, today announced that it has signed an agreement with Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the global eighth ranked international financial centre, which will enable the bank to open Escrow accounts for owners’ associations in DIFC’s jurisdiction. Under DIFC regulations, Mashreq Bank is also registered to […]

La Perle, Dubai’s #1 entertainment show has once again reached an astounding milestone, delivering 1,000 breathtaking shows that captivated the entire region. To say thank you for making 1,000 shows possible, La Perle is giving you an exclusive offer on Gold tickets. Buy a bundle of 4 tickets for only 1,000 AED and save up […]

Two of international golf’s most promising young talents, Viktor Hovland and Shugo Imahira, will make their first appearance at the OMEGA Dubai Desert Classic when they arrive at Emirates GC later this month, lining up against a host of Major Champions, Ryder Cup players and serial European Tour winners. They will be joined in the […]

Reed Exhibitions, the world’s leading event organizer with over 520 events annually across over 45 economic sectors, announced that it is organizing SiTL Middle East, a brand-new trade show focused on providing the latest developments in the transport and logistics sector to be held at Dubai South from November 16 to 18, 2020. The new […]

The Dubai Sports Council CEO’s Masters Golf Day will take place at the magnificent Dubai Sports City Els Club on Wednesday 8th January 2020, as part of the Dubai Sports Council’s commitment to promoting golf as a business networking and key tourism tool for the UAE and region. The Dubai Sports Council CEO Masters, sponsored […]

With the rising popularity of vegan meals amongst its customers, Emirates is celebrating Veganuary on board by including an additional plant-based option on its menus for the month of January. While vegan meals can be pre-booked on all flights and classes, this is the first time Emirates is including a readily available vegan option on its menus. […]

Popular singer Mahmoud Al Turki put on a memorable show as he cajoled crowds into a chorus of his famous hits as part of Global Village’s weekly concert series on Friday, 3rd January. Mahmoud Al Turki filled the open-air atmosphere of the world’s leading multicultural festival park, and the region’s first family destination for culture, […]

Due to widespread popularity, Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural festival park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, is extending complimentary access to select paid attractions for nannies throughout the remainder of Season 24. The region’s leading destination for the perfect family day out recently launched the family-friendly offer for […]

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has announced the return of its signature pass, My Emirates Pass – a fantastic offer that turns an Emirates boarding pass into an exclusive membership card allowing customers to avail special benefits and discounts of up to 50% off in over 500 retail outlets and leisure destinations across the […]

To celebrate Khalil Gibran’s 137th birthday on 6 January 2020, Broadway Entertainment Group and Dubai Opera are celebrating the power of literature and poetry to unite people across borders and generations by offering 137 pairs of seats to the musical ‘BROKEN WINGS’ for just AED 137 per person, or AED 274 per couple. Khalil Gibran […]

Mantis Dubai, the afterhours hotspot is back with a bang for 2020 – and what a year they have in store! With a pipeline of exciting new concepts, nights and events planned for the next 12 months ahead, Mantis Dubai will be switching up its weekend plans for party-goers in the city by moving its […]

FIDU Properties, one of the leading Chinese companies in the UAE property market, has reaffirmed that it is the best time to invest in theDubaiproperty sector – considering the current price levels and the lucrative options on offer to the investors and end-users alike. The company, which has carved a niche for itself with its […]

Take a trip down to Itty Bitty Cupcake City. Fresh out the oven, Sugargram is a brand-new dessert gifting concept bringing bite size cupcakes right to your doorstep across Dubai. Are you having a bad day and need a little bit of sweet cheer? We’ve got cupcakes for that. Did the ex-boyfriend break your heart? […]

STARZPLAY, the leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service in the MENA region, starts off the new year with a wide variety of new and returning exclusive shows, Hollywood movies and kids’ content, enriching an impressive library containing over 10,000 hours of premium content that subscribers can enjoy watching anytime, anywhere and on any device. […]

The World Customs Organization has recently applauded the advanced procedures and services Dubai Customs delivers to its clients. Ricardo Treviño Chapa, Deputy Secretary General of the World Customs Organization stated in his recent visit to Dubai Customs that the Department plays a noticeable part in developing customs work globally. The customs work system and methodology in Dubai Customs is a leading […]

Emaar, the master developer of the Burj Khalifa, wowed over 2 billion people across the globe with a breathtaking pyrotechnic show on the world’s tallest building to ring in 2020. In a mesmerising story, the Burj Khalifa transformed through animation, light, sounds and a synchronized fountain show taking viewers on a journey at the onset […]

Former Manchester United Player Ryan Giggs was crowned with the Player Career Award at the Dubai Globe Soccer Awards, presented by Audi, at a star-studded ceremony at the Madinat Jumeirah last night (Sunday). In another award presented by Al Nabooda Automobiles, Joao Felix picked up the Player Career Award. Atlético Madrid’s player saw off rivals […]

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, will conclude 2019 with a successful string of product, network, and customer experience highlights. The airline will usher in 2020 with a continued focus on strengthening its business across operational, commercial and customer experience metrics, and excitement for Expo2020 – the world’s greatest show – which will open its […]

Travel is expected to reach another peak towards the end of this week for Emirates, as the airline expects yet another busy period with outbound travel after New Year’s celebrations and inbound traffic to take advantage of the Dubai Shopping Festival. The busiest days anticipated are 1-4 January 2020. Emirates reminds customers to arrive at […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), a global top 10 International Financial Centre and the leading financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA), has signed individual memorandums of understanding (MoU) with two leading institutions to fuel the region’s insurance sector by upskilling talent as well as promoting efficiency and improvement. MoUs were […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector in Dubai Economy has intensified monitoring of commercial outlets in the emirate, particularly those announcing promotional offers and discounts as part of the Dubai Shopping Festival and New Year season. The campaign is part of protecting the interests of all consumers, including residents and tourists, by ensuring […]

Get ready to let Robbie Williams entertain you as the British pop megastar lands in Dubai for an exclusive, live solo performance at The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah on 24 January 2020. Following the release of his new festive album, brand new solo material, and several television appearances, the ‘Angels’, ‘Let Me Entertain You’ and […]

Emirates customers travelling in First and Business class, and Emirates Skywards Platinum and Gold members can now enjoy a smoother departure and arrival experience at Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA) with complimentary Tikram fast-track services. The Tikram services will facilitate smoother journeys for the almost 300 premium passengers that travel on Emirates First and Business […]

Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has modified the timing of its services during the eve and New Year 2020 holiday. The new timings cover services of customer’s happiness centres, paid parking zones, public buses, metro, tram, marine transport, driving schools and testing and registration centres. Customer’s Happiness Centres Customer’s Happiness Centres will close on Wednesday 1 January […]

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has approved a three-year budget cycle for the Government of Dubai, for the 2020-2022 period. The three-year budget cycle meets the aspirations of Dubai’s future, and confirms its determination to continue […]

Meraas, the Dubai-based holding company, has kicked off the celebrations of the 25th Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) with DreamWorks’ Trolls and Nickelodeon’s Spongebob Squarepants as official mascots. Festivities across its destinations began on 26 December and will continue until 2 February. Join Poppy, Branch and the rest of the colourful Trolls gang for a month […]

The new season of the Fazza Championship for Falconry-Telwah, organised by the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center (HHC), starts on Monday (December 30) at Al Ruwayyah, Dubai. Held under the generous directives of HH Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, the falconry championship, which is one of the oldest […]

Dubai Asset Management, the owner and manager of one of the city’s largest portfolios of rental residential communities and a member of Dubai Holding, today announced the completion of several enhancements, upgrades, and energy-saving initiatives across its communities. As part of its ongoing neighbourhood investment program, the company announced the addition of three new pools […]

The hugely popular Egyptian singer Ramy Sabry helped Global Village guests wrap up the year of 2019 with a live performance to remember as he took to the Main Stage as part of Global Village’s weekly concert series on Friday, 27th December. The world’s leading multicultural festival park, and the region’s first family destination for […]

Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, and Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, the 14th Dubai International Sports Conference, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, concluded today at the Madinat Jumeirah Conference Centre, in the […]

Dubai’s non-oil foreign trade volumes surged to 83 million tons in the first nine months of 2019, an increase of 22% per cent year-on-year from 68 million tons in the corresponding period last year. The volume of re-exports skyrocketed 48% to reach 13 million tons. Exports rose by 47% to 14 million tons while imports […]

In just five days, Emaar will amaze the world with their highly-anticipated New Year’s Eve 2020 celebration on Burj Khalifa, Downtown Dubai. To pull off this remarkable experience, a dedicated team of pyrotechnic designers, engineers, community managers and event marketers have been working for over four months to create a never-before-seen show commemorating the dawn […]

To celebrate the 25th edition of Dubai Shopping Festival, organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), Meraas destinations are offering a truly unique experience. Dazzling fireworks, cheerfully quirky Trolls shows, mesmerizing storytelling projections, laser displays of the UAE’s rich heritage and the chance to win big await you between 26 December 2019 and 1 […]

To build their personality and learn more about local Emirati culture in a fun and engaging way, at least 75 young Emiratis – aged between 10-16 years old – were selected to participate in the second edition of Winter Camp, organised by the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Centre (HHC) in coordination with the UAE Ministry […]

India’s comedy king Kapil Sharma is all set to bring his irrepressible, bubbly squad of on-stage neighbours to Dubai, comprising the ever-popular Bharti Singh, Kiku Sharda, Sumona Chakravarti, Chandan Prabhakar and  Krushna Abishek amongst others. The group, which has garnered massive popularity in The Kapil Sharma Show, will bring the house down with their hilarious […]

The second edition of Dubai Fashion Days, sponsored by Meraas, saw the debut of 12 new fashion lines from some of China’s most exciting up-and-coming designer labels at exclusive catwalk launches directed by China’s ‘father of fashion’ Jerry Zhang. Under his stewardship, the Rotunda by Caesar’s Palace Bluewaters Dubai was transformed into an elegant runway […]

Egyptian singer Ramy Sabry will help guests at Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural festival park, and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, bid farewell to 2019 with a spectacular live performance from 9 pm on Friday, 27th December. Global Village guests can dance the night away to a number of […]

The Dubai Mall, the world’s most-visited retail and entertainment destination, is celebrating the 25th Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) with a multitude of entertainment, exciting activities and themed pop ups from 26 December 2019 – 1 February 2020. To mark the 25th year of DSF, The Dubai Mall is giving five Emirates Skywards members the chance […]

Boxpark, Dubai’s hip urban destination by Meraas, began the festive season with song, dance and tasty gingerbread treats for little ones this weekend. Here’s a look at the interesting experiences you and the family can enjoy at Boxpark until 31 December 2019. Over the weekend, kids decorated their own little gingerbread houses and sang their […]

Dubai Sports City has announced its extensive sports programme to start the year on a healthy note. A variety of programmes will be available in January for children as well as adults looking to keep fit and experience some of the best sports training facilities in the region. With all programs designed for children as […]

Emaar, the master developer of Burj Khalifa, will once again showcase the Emirate of Dubai and Downtown Dubai as a global hub. Following the continued demand for the acclaimed show, Emaar has confirmed plans to once again host the world-renowned New Year’s Eve show with a firework display on the world’s tallest building. As the […]

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, has launched a new phase of Dubai’s Happiness Agenda. Under the new phase, a Happiness Champion working in customer-oriented services will now be referred to as a ‘Smart City Experience Specialist’ while a Champion working in […]

The most sensational New Year’s Eve celebration will sizzle into high-octane action at InterContinental Dubai Festival City on Tuesday, 31st December 2019 when ‘New Year Masti 2020’ enraptures the city. With a neon theme, ‘New Year Masti 2020’ will be a rocking club party for Desi fans like no other with a lineup of Dubai’s […]

Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU) has announced the formation of a Values Council, which will drive the values agenda of the University and ensure the MBRU family – students and faculty, live and act the MBRU values daily, and work with a heart for service. The Council, a first for […]

Revel in the festive season and welcome in the New Year at Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural festival park, and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, as the full line-up of festive season celebrations is underway until 7th January 2020. Promising a festive bundle full of fun and surprises, Global […]

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is set to showcase its latest flagship Airbus A380 to visitors and spectators on 15 January at the Kuwait Aviation Show 2020. Visitors to the show will be able to tour the popular double-decker’s signature interiors and experience its industry trendsetting products across all three classes, including Emirates’ latest […]

Studio Seven Art Gallery is set to host the Award winning Artist, Akram Dost Baloch’s  Solo Exhibition, themed “Identity” in Dubai; the show opens on Tuesday 7th till 9th of January 2020. The celebrated Pakistani Artist Akram Dost Baloch, is a graduate of National College of Arts, Lahore and currently based in Quetta where he […]

Global trade enabler DP World has been awarded a 30-year Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) concession by the Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani), for the management and development of the Jeddah South Container Terminal at the multi-purpose Jeddah Islamic Port. Under the agreement, DP World will invest up to $500 million to improve and modernise the Jeddah Islamic Port, […]

As efforts by the government to accelerate economic activity led to significant outcomes consumers in Dubai remain confident of their personal finances and job prospects in the coming months, showed the quarterly consumer confidence survey of Dubai Economy. The Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) score in Dubai for the July-August-September 2019 period was at 137, indicating […]

The 25th edition of Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), the longest running shopping festival of its kind, will launch with an all-encompassing two-day Grand Opening event at Burj Park, Downtown Dubai on 26 and 27 December 2019. The eagerly-anticipated shopping festival will run for 38 days until 1 February 2020; bringing the city together for a non-stop […]

Azizi Developments, one of the leading private developers in the UAE, marked another important milestone by selling out the full inventory of Farishta, its soon-to-be-delivered residential tower in Al Furjan — an up-and-coming strategic location with excellent connectivity. 74% of Faristha’s elegantly designed units were sold to UAE residents and 8% to investors living in […]

Adam Scott secured a second Australian PGA Championship title on home soil to enter the Race to Dubai in third spot after edging out Michael Hendry in a thrilling final round battle at RACV Royal Pines Resort. The former Masters champion carded a final round 69 to win by two strokes but was pushed all […]

Prepare for a prize-winning shopping experience as Nakheel Mall, the new centrepiece of Palm Jumeirah, celebrates the milestone 25th edition of Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) with massive rewards, including five brand new BMWs and AED250,000 worth of daily instant prizes. Nakheel Mall, which is participating in DSF for the first time, is also staging live […]

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, has emphasised the importance of integrating government work across sectors and developing leaders who can help Dubai enhance its ranking in international competitiveness indexes in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid […]

Emirates is pleased to announce its reaffirmed commitment to Emirates Team New Zealand through the renewal of their contract for the 36th America’s Cup. The award-winning airline will also be the ‘Official Airline’ partner of the 36th America’s Cup presented by Prada which includes the America’s Cup World Series (ACWS), sponsoring all preliminary regattas leading up […]

In celebration of 25 years of Dubai City of Gold and Dubai Shopping festival, Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group (DGJG), the largest trade body for the jewellery industry in association with Dubai Festivals & Retail Establishment (DFRE) has revealed a special ‘Dubai City of Gold’ commemorative coin and also announced their latest jewellery campaign for […]

UAE residents can look forward to the ultimate New Year’s bash this year as popular Punjabi rapper, music producer and actor Yo Yo Honey Singh gears up to perform at one of the city’s most iconic venues! Organised by Percept Live and Media Agency Middle East in partnership with Dubai Parks and Resorts and BookMyShow, […]

Dubai Asset Management, the owner and manager of one of the city’s largest portfolios of rental residential communities and a member of Dubai Holding, today announced the completion of several enhancements, upgrades, and energy-saving initiatives across its communities. As part of its ongoing neighbourhood investment program, the company announced the addition of three new pools […]

The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai issued 3,818 new licenses for various professional, commercial, industrial and tourism activities in November 2019. This comes in line with the continuing investor confidence in Dubai and new opportunities arising across diverse economic sectors. According to the Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector in DED 70.4% of […]

Modon Properties (Modon), a master developer of real estate, destination and residential projects in Abu Dhabi and a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding Company PJSC, announced the commencement of construction for five permanent mosques in the northern part of Riyadh City with a total capacity of 2,500 worshipers. Mosque sites have been chosen in […]

Arabic singing icon Waleed El Shami serenaded crowds at Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural festival park, and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, as he took to the Main Stage with a stunning live performance on Friday, 20th December. Rising to the occasion, Waleed El Shami belted out a beautiful […]

Al Seef, the bustling waterfront destination by Meraas, is spreading festive cheer this winter with snowy fun for the little ones, with festive tunes and a quaint pop-up market that offers the opportunity to get the perfect stocking fillers. To celebrate the season of giving, shoppers can also browse the Festive Market for handmade gifts, […]

This festive season Emaar Entertainment is inviting UAE residents and visitors on a magical journey with a host of activities across its entertainment assets. Pull out your winter jumpers and gear up for festive fun at Dubai Ice Rink. Until January 5, Dubai Ice Rink will host a Snow Fight Zone for families and kids […]

Golden reindeer, roaming nutcrackers on stilts and sweet-themed kids’ activities have taken over The Outlet Village this winter. Transformed into a festive paradise until 25 December, Dubai’s Tuscan-inspired indoor shopping and leisure destination by Meraas offers oodles of festive fun, in addition to unbeatable bargains on more than 500 brands. Roaming festive performers – from […]

Since public voting opened last Tuesday, the UAE Nation Brand has attracted a whopping 1.5 million votes from 130 countries and 2,000 cities to select one of three logos that will represent the UAE globally. People from the age group 25-34 years old cast over a third of votes (33.5 percent), while the highest participation […]

Expo 2020 Dubai has signed AS World Group Ltd (DIFC) as an Authorised Ticket Reseller for The World’s Greatest Show taking place from 20 October 2020 to 10 April 2021. Mr. Sanjive Khosla, Chief Commercial Officer, Expo 2020 Dubai, and Mr. Sajid Barkat, Chief Executive Officer, AS World Group, signed an agreement to this effect […]

Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, announced the launch of a new business incubator, ‘Bedayat,’ in cooperation with The Sustainable City in Dubai, the first fully operational sustainable community in the Middle East. The launch is an important starting point for entrepreneurs and start-ups […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) announced the conclusion of the awareness project for the Dubai Real Estate Self Transaction (REST) smart application that it launched at government entities. The project constituted the participation of five government entities, whose services are linked to the Real Estate Registration and Services Sector, including Sheikh Zayed Housing Programme (SZHP), Dubai […]

Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) held its fourth and last board meeting for 2019, chaired by Sami Al Qamzi, Vice Chairman of DIEDC and Director General of the Department of Economic Development in Dubai, on behalf of His Excellency Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of DIEDC. Summing up DIEDC’s […]

To celebrate the opening of its second store in Dubai, IKEA, the regions favourite home furnishing retailer, has created a huge six-meter number two art installation at Jumeirah Beach Residence using some of its iconic furniture pieces. The structure weighs one ton and a total of 300 pieces were used to complete the display which […]

Grab your popcorn, nestle into your seat, and relive the best movie memories of 2019 as VOX Cinemas brings back the most popular films of the year to celebrate its 20th anniversary. Running from 20 December 2019 to 8 January 2020, the 20-day-long movie throwback is coming to VOX Cinemas at the following locations: Mall […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s representative office in Addis Ababa recently hosted an event in collaboration with the Ethiopian Ministry of Trade and Industry and the UAE Embassy in Ethiopia, which put the spotlight on Ethiopia’s new plans for Expo 2020 Dubai. The launch event, held in Addis Ababa, was attended by H.E. Mohammed […]

Meraas’ leading destinations offer some exciting ways to ring in the new year on 31 December. From colourful fireworks displays to live bands and bouncing beach parties with Dubai’s top DJs, Meraas has your NYE celebrations covered. Watch the skies light up with New Year fireworks at La Mer, the world-class beachfront destination, against the […]

Azizi Developments, one of the leading private developers in the UAE, has launched unique, previously unseen sky villas across Samia, Farishta, Shaista, and Plaza in Al Furjan. Samia, Farishta and Shaista each have eight sky villas with varying sizes of up to 303.6 sq m. Plaza comprises 16 units with sizes of up to 271.6 […]

Emirates, the Official Sponsor of the Los Angeles Dodgers, welcomed Los Angeles Dodgers baseball players, Max Muncy and Austin Barnes to Dubai last week. The players scored a home run as they engaged with young baseball fans across the city including a surprise visit to the American School of Dubai and the Dubai Little League […]

If you saw the pile up of cars on Sheikh Zayed Road going towards Abu Dhabi and wondered where the traffic was headed to, then you have witnessed the calm before the storm. The largest IKEA store of Dubai and the third full sized store in the UAE opened its doors today for customers in […]

The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature has today announced Jane Goodall, the world’s foremost authority on chimpanzees and Mai Jia, arguably the most successful writer in China today, have been confirmed for the 2020 Emirates Airline Festival of Literature, 4-9 February. Ahlam Bolooki, Festival Director for Emirates Airline Festival of Literature, said: “I look at […]

Festive countdown fun for kids has already begun and Emaar Entertainment’s incredible kids play site ‘Dig It’ is making sure that this winter break is full of unlimited fun for your kids. Until January 2, 2020 Dig It is hosting a winter camp for kids to immerse in festive fun and have a jolly good time. Kids between 4-10 years […]

Al-Futtaim today opened the doors to its 64,800 square metres shopping centre, Festival Plaza, located in Wasl Gate Community in the South of Dubai. The new mall was opened in the presence of Mr Omar Al Futtaim, Vice Chairman of Al-Futtaim Group, Timothy Earnest, Group Director of Al-Futtaim, and Al-Futtaim employees, mall staff and community […]

Emirates Airline, and its partners Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), Dubai Police, Dubai Customs, the General Directorate of Foreign Residency Affairs (GDRFA) and Dubai Airports today announced joint plans to facilitate the passenger and traffic movements to and from Dubai International Airport (Terminal 1 and 3) during the next few weeks of peak travel. […]

Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural festival park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has a family offering available just in time for the school holidays. The region’s leading destination for the perfect family day out has launched a new offer for the school holiday period that enables nannies to […]

The most sensational New Year’s Eve celebration will sizzle into high-octane action at InterContinental Dubai Festival City on Tuesday, 31st December 2019 when ‘New Year Masti 2020’ enraptures the city. With a neon theme, ‘New Year Masti 2020’ will be a rocking club party for Desi fans like no other with a lineup of Dubai’s […]

Following the conclusion of its General Assembly Meeting (GAM), Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) announced that the assembly has approved the recommended acquisition of Noor Bank. The acquisition cements DIB’s position as one of the world’s largest and most influential Islamic finance institutions, and is expected to enhance Dubai’s position as the capital of Islamic economy […]

The UAE Concours d’Elegance, the prestigious international event, showcased 25 of the world’s best classic and modern bespoke supercars, under the patronage of FIVA (Federation Internationale Vehicules Anciens), and ESMO (Emirates Motor Sports Organisation), in the marina area of the magnificent Bulgari Hotel and Resort, Jumeirah Bay, Dubai, on December 14. The annual event attracted […]

In line with its commitment to the health, safety, dignity and welfare of all workers, Al Naboodah Construction Group (ANCG), the construction division of Al Naboodah Group Enterprises, was recognised by Expo 2020 Dubai for the company’s ongoing efforts to advance worker welfare at the second annual Better Together Awards. The event, held in Dubai […]

Nostalgia Classic Cars today launched Backdraft Racing’s exclusive RT3B Black Edition Backdraft Roadster. The first classic car showroom and warehouse of its kind in the UAE, Nostalgia Classic Cars is also pleased to announce that it has been appointed as the dealer principal for Backdraft Racing in Dubai and the Gulf region. The newly released […]

Prepare to take an exhilarating journey through Africa’s rich history, culture, and spirit as African Footprint – a globally renowned South African music and dance spectacle – takes the Main Stage at Global Village from now until Tuesday, 31st December. Praised across the world since its inaugural performance in front of Nelson Mandela and world […]

As the largest sourcing platform, the Dubai edition of China Homelife continues to attract visitors from across the Middle East and North Africa. In it’s 10th year of being a conduit for verified Chinese manufacturers into the region, the show was inaugurated by H. E. Sami Al Qamzi, Director General of Department of Economic Development (DED) […]

Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, recently hosted a roundtable entitled “Entrepreneurship in Dubai: The Big Picture 2020” which brought together several public and private sector entities to identify new ways of aligning efforts to expand and enhance support to startups in Dubai. The roundtable, held at Dubai Chamber’s […]

Prominent Arabic superstar singer and composer Waleed El Shami will stun fans at Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural festival park, and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, as he takes to the Main Stage from 9 pm on Friday, 20th December. Highly regarded for his sensational voice and pulsating top […]

Emirates is pleased to announce its appointment as official ‘Presenting Partner’ of the Emirates America’s Cup World Series (ACWS) event in Portsmouth, taking place in June 2020. As Official Presenting Partner of the ACWS Portsmouth, Emirates has helped secure the event during which world-class America’s Cup sailors will return to the Solent for a thrilling […]

Al Seef, the bustling waterfront destination by Meraas, is shimmering with colourful lights and snow-capped trees this festive season. Family and friends can get into the festive spirit with a range of activities as Yuletide magic comes to Dubai’s Old Town with Santa and his reindeer. An icy Snow Park awaits families at the heritage […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) participated in the 20th Luxury Property Show (LPS) Shanghai at the Shanghai Convention Centre through a high-level delegation that included Majida Ali Rashid, CEO of the Promotion and Real Estate Investment Management Sector; and Majid Saqr Al Marri, CEO of the Registration and Real Estate Services Sector. During the show, held […]

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) launched the seventh edition of the ‘Bil Arabi’ initiative to great support and participation from public and private entities and establishments, who sought to support the Arabic language and promote it on an international scale. “The initiative’s success and repute over the past few years would […]

Dubai Economy and Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) have signed an agreement to provide easy banking services for investors applying for new licences or renewing their trade licenses. The partnership marks another step to upgrade the quality of business registration and licensing services in Dubai and eventually enhance liquidity of licence owners through improved ease […]

Tis the season to be jolly, and to get into the festive spirit, Dubai Retail, the retail management arm of Dubai Holding, is hosting a number of ‘winter wonderland’ themed outdoor events and activities to spread seasonal cheer and keep families entertained across five different destinations within its broad portfolio of communities. Snow play parks […]

dnata Travel, the UAE’s longest-standing travel provider, has just opened the doors to its 41st travel store in the UAE with an outlet at the newly-opened Nakheel Mall on the world-famous Palm Jumeirah. In celebration, from today the travel agency is offering the first 50 visitors of its newest store that mention its ‘first 50’ promotion […]

The ultimate waterfront lifestyle awaits at Vida Residences Creek Beach with new residential apartments offering breathtaking views of the city now available for purchase.  Announced as the last property launch in the community, the new residential apartments are located on Creek Beach and within the Dubai Creek Harbour. The award-winning 33-storey tower brings a new […]

The festive season is about to get more exciting with the upcoming show by celebrity Indian actor and stand-up comedian, Vipul Goyal, who will be visiting Dubai on Friday, December 20th. Counted among the top Indian comedians, the actor plucks his inspiration from the seemingly mundane happenings of daily lives, converting them into a laugh […]

BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the first and only theme park in the Middle East showcasing an authentic Bollywood experience, is hosting a visitor from the North Pole this festive season! The ‘Santa Comes to Bollywood’ themed grand celebration will delight guests with fun activities including a Santa Meet & Greet and parade,  festive tree lighting, a […]

TECOM Group, a member of Dubai Holding, and Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, have renewed and expanded their strategic partnership to support a wider pool of entrepreneurs and SMEs across sectors and empower them to thrive in Dubai. Through this dynamic collaboration, the […]

A visit to Dubai’s Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural festival park and the region’s leading family destination for culture, shopping and entertainment, just became even more tempting as Dutch cheese maker Frico officially opened its first ever store at the destination’s European Pavilion. Open now until Global Village closes for the season on April […]

A delegation from Azerbaijan joined by businessmen representing 27 companies recently visited Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s headquarters where they held 204 meetings with potential UAE investors. The meeting, attended by H.E. Mahir Aliyev, Ambassador of Azerbaijan to the UAE, examined prospects for expanding Dubai-Azerbaijan cooperation in key sectors and areas of mutual interest, […]

50,000 school kits that were assembled by 2,000 volunteers as part of Dubai Cares’ ‘Back to School’ edition of Volunteer Emirates last Ramadan, have reached their final destinations in Kaolack, Senegal and Zanzibar, Tanzania after crossing thousands of miles from their origin in Dubai. Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, distributed […]

The Green Planet announce innovative new exhibit, offering visitors a first of its kind opportunity to discover the fascinating and unique species of the Cloud Forests up close and personal. Launched this month at the amazing City Walk biodome, the new Cloud Forest Habitat perfectly captures the delicate beauty of these wonderful, but endangered, tropical eco-systems and can […]

Beloved singer Nawal Al Zoghbi entertained guests with a collection of her all-time favourite hits at Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural festival park, and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment. Nawal Al Zoghbi is well known for embracing new trends in Arab music throughout her 25-year career. The glittering pop […]

Gate Avenue in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) will host a brand-new fashion event, The DIFC Runway, a two-day fashion platform, bringing a curated selection of the region’s most renowned women’s apparel designers, fashion icons and global menswear brands to the Centre. The DIFC Runway will take place on the 17th and 18th of December […]

Etisalat today announced that it is enabling 5G connectivity at the Etisalat Metro Station, becoming the first 5G-enabled metro in the Middle East and North Africa. Etisalat Metro Station is the eastern terminus of Dubai Metro’s Green Line, which opened to the public in September 2011. Etisalat aims to provide metro users with a unique […]

Emirates Airline, and its partners Dubai Police, Dubai Customs, the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA), Dubai Airports and the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) held a meeting today to discuss joint plans and initiatives ahead of Dubai’s busiest air travel season. The parties jointly agreed on an action plan that will be […]

A world of festive fun awaits Global Village guests this season, and what better way to celebrate the joyous season than by gifting authentic presents from around the world to friends and loved ones. To make this celebratory occasion extra festive, Global Village’s Pavilions are home to endless products that will make this season extra […]

A master class in the appreciation of Ceylon Tea took place at 40,000 feet when Emirates and Dilmah celebrated a 27-year partnership on board an Emirates A380 flight from Dubai to London this week. Held at the iconic A380 On-board Lounge by Dilhan Fernando, CEO, Dilmah Tea and the founder of Dilmah, Merrill J. Fernando […]

The elite of the construction and service provider industry convened in Dubai at the “2019 Better Together Awards” to celebrate Expo 2020 Dubai’s continuing commitment to looking after the health, safety and welfare of the thousands of people working across the Expo 2020 site. The event, held at The Address Montgomerie in Dubai on Wednesday […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry hosted a seminar at its headquarters earlier today which identified key economic trends expected to reshape the global economy and trade landscape in 2020, as well as market opportunities offering the most potential for businesses in Dubai. The seminar examined key factors and developments affecting global trade growth in […]

Broadway Entertainment Group and Dubai Opera have launched a whole season of performances to look forward to during 2020 which make perfect seasonal gifts. The 2020 season at Dubai Opera is packed with music, performance and drama, providing plenty of choice for those who thrive on culture and creativity. For the poetry fan: BROKEN WINGS […]

The daily workout routine will never be the same again thanks to a host of pioneering exercise and club concepts launched by Fitness First Middle East. The brand is introducing an impressive array of technologically driven programmes and facilities at its new club in Nakheel Mall, Palm Jumeirah, offering a glimpse into the future of […]

The ultimate waterfront lifestyle awaits at Vida Residences Creek Beach with new residential apartments offering breathtaking views of the city now available for purchase.  Announced as the last property launch in the community, the new residential apartments are located on Creek Beach and within the Dubai Creek Harbour. The award-winning 33-storey tower brings a new […]

marhaba, dnata’s airport hospitality brand, announced further expansion of its international network. The airport services provider will significantly increase the global capacity of its airport lounges by expanding one of its flagship lounges in Dubai (United Arab Emirates), and opening an additional facility in Geneva (Switzerland). The expansion of the UAE lounge will be completed […]

Founding member of The Axis of Evil comedy tour, Maz Jobrani returns to Dubai after four years, bringing his signature show to comedy fans at the Gate Avenue, located in the heart of the Dubai International Financial Centre, DIFC. For a comedy-filled weekend, DIFC will host Maz Jobrani’s The Peaceful Warrior Tour on Friday 13 […]

City Walk, Meraas’ open-air lifestyle destination, delighted visitors with Candyland and Winter Wonderland during the opening week of its winter festivities. Kids enjoyed a variety of festive-themed arts and crafts activities at Candyland, such as mug decorating, face painting and sand art. Meanwhile, their parents had plenty of opportunities to capture the perfect Instagram moments […]

Manchester United and Ajax legend Edwin van der Sar has been confirmed as one of the speakers for the 14th Dubai International Sports Conference (DISC), which will be held at Madinat Jumeirah Conference Centre’s Joharah Ballroom on December 28. One of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, Dubai International Sports Conference has been […]

The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature and Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD) today announced the signing of an expanded sponsorship agreement for the 2020 Festival, which covers both the Business Days and the Innovation Strand. The extended partnership is a result of the positive response ICD witnessed to the Business Days at the 2019 Festival, […]

Dubai’s famous indoor tropical rainforest continues it plight to raise awareness about animal welfare and safety with the rescue of yet another exotic breed – the Sulcata Tortoise. Last week, the male tortoise was found wandering along the side of a UAE road, with the shocked pedestrians who found the abandoned reptile immediately taking action […]

Six of the world’s iconic football clubs and key partners have been shortlisted in a new category to this year’s awards – Dubai Globe Soccer Best Partnership of the Year Award by SportBusiness. Returning for its 11th year in partnership with Dubai Sports Council, the Dubai Globe Soccer Awards will now include 14 awards that […]

The Els Club, Dubai Sports City, welcomes the festive season with a host of Christmas and New Year packages perfect for family and friends at their signature dining outlets, Big Easy Bar & Grill and 261 Restaurant. The Els Club, one of the finest golfing destinations in the Middle East, features the 18-hole championship golf […]

Coca-Cola Arena has been awarded the Audiovisual Fan Experience Award at the Stadium Business Design & Development Awards in London for its impressive 4,600 LED façade. The recognition comes less than 6 months after the arena’s opening in June 2016 when comedian Russell Peters and global soft-rockers, Maroon 5 played gigs in the same week. […]

National Auto, the exclusive distributor for Fiat and Abarth vehicles in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, has signed an agreement with Dubai Autodrome, Dubai’s first fully integrated multipurpose motorsports and entertainment complex, for the high-performance Italian brand Abarth to be the circuit’s ‘Official Vehicle Partner’ for 2020. The new partnership will see five of the […]

Dubai Airports has advised customers flying out of the emirate this weekend to arrive early at the airport, as Dubai International, DXB, prepares to welcome over one million travellers between Thursday an Sunday. In a statement, Dubai Airports said that it is working with airlines and other service partners to ensure a smooth flow of […]

The countdown to one of the world’s largest shopping festivals has officially begun, and as the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) prepares to launch a landmark 25th edition of Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), the entire city is uniting together to create its most memorable edition yet. A diverse DSF Calendar of Events was revealed […]

Are you ready to unwrap fun and celebrate this festive season at MOTIONGATE™ Dubai this year? Gather around a 40 foot Christmas tree and enjoy a spectacular roaming parade every Wednesday to Saturday with your favourite characters such as The Smurfs, Shrek, Po from Kung Fun Panda, King Julien from Madagascar and many more as […]

Emirates celebrated the inaugural flight of its new daily service from Dubai to Mexico City via Barcelona. The Emirates Boeing 777-200LR touched down in Mexico City yesterday at 16:15 local time, marking the airline’s first passenger flight to Mexico. Emirates flight EK255, with a group of VIP guests and media on board, was welcomed by Mexico […]

Emirates is now set to launch its fourth daily service to Dhaka from 29 March 2020 instead of 1 June 2020, as announced earlier. The fourth daily will boost Emirates’ weekly services to Dhaka from 21 to 28, and will connect customers seamlessly across the airline’s global route network spanning six continents. Ahmed Khoory, Emirates’ Senior Vice […]

UPS (NYSE: UPS) announced today the completion of a series of multi-modal deliveries for Expo 2020 Dubai’s iconic entry portals in the run-up to next year’s official opening. UPS, the Official Logistics Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai, choreographed multiple shipments from Germany through Belgium’s Port of Antwerp and into Dubai’s major commercial port in Jebel […]

Emirates expects a busy travel period ahead of the holiday season, starting from Thursday 12th December until Friday 20th December, with close to 300,000 Emirates passengers travelling from Dubai to destinations beyond. The busiest time for departures from Terminal 3 will be on Friday 13th December with close to 40,000 passengers expected. Customers are reminded to check-in and […]

Smart Dubai has launched UAE ‘Residency’ application services in partnership with the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai via its Dubai Now application and e-services platform, which allows the emirate’s residents to conduct city transactions from the convenience of their smartphones. The ‘Residency’ service facilitates the transactions and procedures required to issue […]

The newly formed International Advisory Council recently held its first meeting at the Dubai Executive Council’s headquarters where member companies discussed efforts to boost economic competitiveness and stimulate business activity in Dubai. The council, established by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, announced its plans to review existing regulation, address challenges faced by the business […]

Rasmus Højgaard soared up to second in the Race to Dubai Rankings after becoming the third youngest winner in European Tour history with a dramatic play-off victory at the AfrAsia Bank Mauritius Open. The 18-year-old birdied the 18th to get to 19 under par alongside Italian Renato Paratore and Frenchman Antoine Rozner as the tournament […]

DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, officially opened its Dubai World Central Facility today. The new import and export gateway and service center will see DHL invest USD 5.5 million over five years to support the rapid growth of e-commerce in the UAE and the region. Strategically located at the Logistics District […]

Coca-Cola Arena today has announced that Virgin Radio Dubai’s Kris Fade Show will be broadcasting their final show of 2019 from the City Walk venue and fans are encouraged to attend for what promises to be a fun-packed morning. As part of the show, The Kris Fade Show will be staging “The Kris Fade Show’s […]

Excitement is soaring for Dido, as the Dubai concert date nears. Mission Control X today announces a venue change from Dubai Media City Amphitheater to Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk Dubai to accommodate fans travelling to see Dido perform live. Coca-Cola Arena will play host to the British sensation’s performance as she adds Dubai to her […]

The 2019 edition of Dubai International Content Market – DICM kicked off today at the Jumeirah Beach Hotel Conference Centre in Dubai, with a strong lineup of regional and international exhibitors, buyers and speakers. Running until the 10th of December 2019, DICM offers leading brands in the global and regional media, entertainment and content landscape, […]

Emirates has taken off to Mexico City, marking the airline’s first passenger flight to Mexico. Emirates flight EK255, departed at full capacity with over 300 passengers, led a group of VIP guests and media on board, at 0330hrs local time this morning. Marking the importance of this new gateway in the Americas, the high profile delegation […]

Azizi Developments, one of the leading developers in the UAE, underlines its commitment to customer centricity and operational excellence by investing AED 40 million in its quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QC) department, doubling the headcount, as well as setting in place further plans and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). A customer-focused company, Azizi Developments […]

Emirates cabin crew has been named World’s Leading Cabin Crew 2019 at the World Travel Awards (WTA) Grand Final Gala Ceremony. The event marked the culmination of the WTA’s annual search for the finest travel and tourism organisations in the world, where winners of its six regional ceremonies compete for the coveted world titles. Emirates […]

Prepare to be wowed and taken on a journey of the world’s weirdest and wackiest oddities as Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural festival park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, celebrates the opening of the region’s first-ever Ripley’s Believe It or Not!® Odditorium on Sunday, 8th December. Delivering a […]

Change is coming to the world of air travel. In just over three weeks’ time, plastic cutlery, drinking straws, take-away food packaging and polythene bags will start to disappear from cafés, restaurants and shops at the world’s busiest international airport. The reason for this is Dubai Airports’ pledge in June 2019 to ban all single-use […]

All signs point to a whimsical and dreamy festive celebration this year at Manzil Downtown. From pre-Christmas bites to meet up with old friends or enjoy the company of family, to stress free celebration with Turkey takeaway and Christmas hampers, all things will be festive at the culturally inspiring boutique hotel. Manzil Downtown will be […]

Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Reviver Auto Accessories Trading Company (Regional Office of the American Reviver Auto Company) calling for experimenting the use of digital vehicle plates. Such plates are fitted with features such as monitoring traffic congestions, and licensing-related matters as well as road safety and security. […]

Daikin, the leading global innovator and provider of advanced, high-quality air conditioning, heating, ventilation and refrigeration (HVAC-R) products and solutions for residential, commercial and industrial applications, has revealed the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) aimed at enhancing cooperation between the two parties across various fields of […]

ENOC Group, the Official Integrated Energy Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai, has begun selling Expo-licenced merchandise at its ZOOM convenience stores, including Expo-branded souvenirs that include pins, magnets, stickers, keychains, notebooks, mugs, T-shirts, coffee, date bars and camel soap. All the products are manufactured by small and medium enterprises, SMEs, registered with the Expo 2020’s […]

The second Dubai Fashion Days extravaganza, organised by Hala China, will see the debut of new fashion lines from some of China’s most exciting up-and-coming designer labels at exclusive catwalk launches, directed by China’s ‘father of fashion’ Jerry Zhang, in Dubai this December. From well-established brands like Heaven Gaia and Jusere to emerging labels like […]

If you are among those keen to enjoy festive flavours and the best of spirits during the outdoor season, then get ready. Boxpark, Dubai’s hip urban destination by Meraas, is bringing ‘Gingerbread Land’ to visitors for days of baking fun for the whole family from 19 to 31 December. Join a tasty session of gingerbread […]

Get ready for the laughathon as the popular Indian stand-up comedians –Parvinder Singh and Manpreet Singh – are all set to tickle your funny bonein the upcoming show “The Sardars of Comedy”. The duo, with their Panjabi-laced humour, is as much known for their self-deprecating jibes as for their amusing outlook towards ordinary life experiences. […]

Christmas is upon us, and The Sustainable City is inviting the whole family on 14th December to experience this unique time of year through a celebration of light, warm vibes, a host of thematic events, and a visit from Santa to put a glowing smile on children’s faces. Feast your senses: Food lovers can rejoice […]

Dubai International Content Market – DICM, the dedicated marketplace for buying, selling and co-producing content in the MENA region, will kick off on the 9th of December 2019 at Jumeirah Beach Hotel Conference Centre in Dubai. Running until the 10th of December, the premier content fair DICM comes at an opportune time, as Dubai, which […]

PPP MENA Forum, the biggest annual gathering of government and business leaders from diverse countries, will be held in Conrad Dubai hotel on the 11th and 12th December 2019. The forum is organized by Great Minds Event Management to introduce exclusive and never heard before updates on various PPP project pipelines across all key sectors. […]

The 50th edition of the Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens raised the bar and made a significant mark on the UAE events calendar with over 100,000 fans walking through the gates at The Sevens Stadium and not only enjoying world-class action on the pitch but also pop sensation Kylie Minogue in concert on Friday night. The […]

Dubai Investments, the leading diversified investment company listed on the Dubai Financial Market, is participating at LPS Shanghai 2019 – the leading luxury real estate exhibition held in China from the Dec 6th – 8th 2019. Placed in the Dubai pavilion and showcasing the luxurious and mixed used project portfolio comprising of Mirdif Hills and […]

Emirates celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens in style, treating thousands of spectators and rugby-loving fans with not one, but two spectacular low-level flypasts above The Sevens Stadium with the Emirates A380 dressed in bespoke Dubai Rugby Sevens livery. Taking off from Dubai International Airport at 1425hrs, the Emirates A380 […]

France Stun Defending Champions New Zealand In Dubai France provided the first shock of the Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens 2019 women’s competition by beating defending champions New Zealand 19-14 in the final match of the pool stages on Friday. Les Bleues, who beat New Zealand for the first time in another pool decider in […]

Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), the regulatory body for Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), an integrated free zone technology park, and Finsa, a Spanish industrial company, celebrated today the inauguration of Finsa Middle East’s new regional office at Dubai Digital Park in DSO. Dr Juma Al Matrooshi, Deputy CEO of DSOA, officially inaugurated the new office […]

In a first-of-its-kind reveal, Dubai’s iconic cityscape is set to be memorialized by the LEGO Group with the launch of the LEGO Architecture: Dubai Skyline. Beginning January 1st, the set inspired by some of Dubai’s most extraordinary landmarks will launch across LEGO Certified Stores and be made available for purchase at select retailers around the […]

The festive spirit is in full swing as Emirates prepares to serve 500,000 Christmas meals across all classes to customers travelling on select flights from December 9 to 31. In addition to a delicious festive menu, travellers can also enjoy nostalgic films and holiday treats across all cabin classes on board and on the ground. […]

Preparations for the 14th Dubai International Sports Conference (DISC) are in full swing as the organisers get ready to welcome football’s royalty for another edition of the world’s premium football forum, where the game’s top stakeholders assemble for extensive discussions on challenges facing the ever-evolving world of football. One of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al […]

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline and Interjet Airlines, one of the fastest growing airlines in North America, have announced an enhanced interline agreement, which is set to open new routes and destinations for passengers travelling between Mexico, the Gulf and Middle East and beyond. With a single ticket, Emirates’ passengers can now seamlessly connect […]

‘Tis truly the season to be jolly as LEGOLAND® Dubai is set to transform into a winter wonderland for the entire family, with its Christmas Bricktacular celebrations taking from 12 December 2019 – 7 January 2020. Families can revel in the festive spirit with a special Elves Workshop and an Elf Bootcamp for little ones, […]

dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, has achieved a significant milestone in its sustainability journey. The ground handler ensured smooth and safe turnaround of a flydubai Next-Generation Boeing 737-800 aircraft using only zero-emission ramp ground support equipment (GSE) at Dubai International’s (DXB) Terminal 2. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, […]