His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, launched on Wednesday the ”Youth Hubl”, an initiative by the Federation Youth Authority which will be the largest open trade incubator in trade centres, markets, airports, cultural and tourist facilities in the state. The launchpad initiative will provide free […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has started the implementation of ‘Tech Taxi’ initiative to drive the digitisation of taxi services in Dubai. It involves providing free WiFi internet in Dubai taxis and a package of digital services to taxi riders. The digital services supports the smart city drive, which recently saw the launch of the e-hailing taxi service […]

The UAE’s biggest charity golf series is back from its scorching summer break with the DHL Swing Against Cancer Golf Series hosting the DSA Open at the iconic Emirates Golf Club on September 19th and organisers Worldwide Golf and Sixteen10 have announced that the guest of honour will be former Ballond’Or winner and Dutch superstar […]

Dubai has retained its position as the fourth most visited city in the world for the fifth year in a row, according to Mastercard’s Global Destination Cities Index (GDCI) 2019.  The city welcomed 15.93 million international overnight visitors last year and the city is expected to continue building on its success in 2019. The UAE’s […]

The fourth edition of the Future Manufacturing & Trade Summit, hosted under the patronage of His Excellency Suhail Al Mazrouei, UAE Minister of Energy & Industry, by Dubai Exports, the export promotion agency of Dubai Economy, in collaboration with Expo Trade Middle East, will be held 10-11 September 2019 at the Intercontinental Festival City, Dubai. […]

As part of the “Clothing Bank” project by the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai (IACAD), the amount of used clothes donated, with a total value of AED 4,454,120, reached 1,113,530 tonnes in the first half of 2019. The “Clothing Bank” project recycles and sells second-hand clothes for tertiary income to support various […]

The inaugural Private Label and Licensing Middle East exhibition, taking place at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from 29-31 October, will provide a strategic incubation platform for heavyweight local, regional and international businesses, start-ups and entrepreneurs to tap into worldwide business opportunities across the rapidly accelerating private labelling, brand licensing and contract manufacturing sectors. According […]

Emaar, a Dubai-based global property developer and provider of premium lifestyles, today announced the launch of Ease by Emaar – a streamlined short-term rental concept that provides global travellers exceptional stays in elegant homes handpicked by Emaar in their integrated communities. During the launch event, the developer also unveiled ‘South Beach’, a premium residential beachfront […]

Jumeirah Group is proud to announce a new partnership with Embody Fitness in its launch of The J Club, a new cutting-edge lifestyle and wellness club, recently opened in Jumeirah Beach Hotel. Managed and operated by the founders of Embody Fitness, an award-winning fitness business established in London and Dubai, The J Club is set to become the premium lifestyle and wellness club […]

Hip-hop is the voice of new India and the most popular genre of music amongst the young Indians today. Celebrating the spirit of this hard-hitting form of music, “It’s All About Rap” brings to Dubai two of India’s leading and award –winning rappers DIVINE and RAFTARR for an ultimate show on Friday, 20th September 2019 […]

Arabian Adventures, part of Emirates Group, has significantly expanded its global partnership network by appointing four overseas companies, Echapevoo, Yana Inc, Liz Berry Consultancy and United Spirit Nordic, as its market representative. The partnerships will see the companies drive awareness and sales of Arabian Adventures’ premium products and services by promoting its comprehensive offering to […]

Dubai Knights Eagles the new premier rugby club, following this summer’s merger between Dubai Eagles and fellow club Arabian Knights, will be hosting an Open Day this Friday 6th September. Dubai Knights Eagles club culture ensures everyone is welcome, whether they have experience in rugby or not, with registrations taking place at The Dome, in […]

The world’s most popular musical, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, brought to the UAE for the very first time by Broadway Entertainment Group and Dubai Opera, has revealed that Australian actress, singer and recording artist, Claire Lyon will reprise her 2012 role as female protagonist ‘Christine Daaé’ this October in Dubai. Claire has starred in […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, attended part of the “Achieve the Unimaginable” motivational event at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, which attracted more than 10,000 attendees from 46 countries. Hosted by the Mohammed bin Rashid Centre for Leadership Development ,MBRCLD, the grand motivational event, […]

IQ Robotics, an Artificial Intelligence-driven fully robotic business that’s spearheading the digital transformation of the logistics sector, has been launched in Dubai. The brainchild of Fadi Amoudi, IQ Robotics, marked its official launch at the Materials Handling Middle East exhibition today. Fadi Amoudi, Founder & Chief Executive Officer of IQ Robotics, said: “IQ Robotics addresses […]

Carrefour, which is operated in the UAE by Majid Al Futtaim has recently launched its “Ready Steady Back to School” campaign based on insights that found smart learning and healthy eating to be the most popular consumer trends this year. In response, the retailer is collaborating with the Ministry of Health and Prevention, and clinical […]

Do you ever feel like screaming to let your suppressed emotions and feelings out? Well here’s your chance as The Smash Room, a non-judgmental zone located in Al Quoz, is hosting it’s first-ever Screaming Meditation on 14th September for only AED 187. The Smash Room, the perfect hub for everyone to come down and smash […]

Emaar Entertainment will soon launch EKart Zabeel, the UAE’s first high-end indoor e-karting experience to The Dubai Mall. A challenging course with the latest generation of electric go-karts, EKart Zabeel will provide amateurs and professionals with the ultimate e-karting experience. Challenge your friends, have fun with your family or a join up for memorable team-building […]

The journey to the 10th Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge powered by ŠKODA begins on Friday, 20 September with the first of three Build-Up Rides. Each Build-Up Ride increases in distance providing the perfect platform to build stamina for the biggest challenge of them all taking place on Friday, November 29 at the Dubai Autodrome. Registration is open for all the events via www.hopasports.com. The cycling […]

Azizi Developments, one of the leading private developers in the UAE, has recorded a construction completion of 92 per cent for Farishta, its new residential tower in Al Furjan, an up-and-coming strategic location with excellent connectivity. Farishta, comprising 284 elegantly designed residences in a mix of 137 studios, 124 one-bedroom, 15 two-bedroom apartments and eight […]

A phenomenal new season awaits as Dubai’s favorite beach club returns with its best season yet, with world class acts descending for the opening weekend on the 13th of September 2019 at Blue Marlin Ibiza UAE. The good times are set to roll at BMIUAE. The scorching Summer season has ended, and Dubai is ready to party! As […]

Jadarah, the intensive 5-month talent accelerator programme founded by Seera Group presents their final 22 candidates who are taking part in the second edition of the programme commencing this month. The 2019 edition received over 2,500 applications from Arab regions and attracted a remarkable 40% female applications, a significant increase versus 2018. Jadarah candidates will […]

Plan your next adventure and discover Emirates’ extensive network this autumn. Travel with friends and loved ones to stunning islands in the Indian Ocean or go on a memorable adventure in the Far East. Solo travelers can also take advantage and visit family and friends back home in Europe and North America. Business and corporate […]

Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) and Washington DC-based Cuisine Solutions (CSI) will co-invest in a joint venture to become the UAE’s sole distributor of sous vide products, under the name of Emirates Cuisine Solutions. Phase two of the joint venture will see the establishment of the world’s largest halal sous vide manufacturing facility in Dubai. Saeed […]

Now we’ve proved it – a sneak peek of Expo 2020 Dubai is enough to convince anyone to return when gates open for an unmissable experience. For the past six weeks, members of the public have been visiting Expo 2020 Dubai for an up-close look at the site which is set to welcome the world […]

Further cementing its position as a future hub for global innovation when its doors open on 20th October 2020, Expo 2020 Dubai will host a series of 9 medical conferences and specialised events at the co-located Dubai Exhibition Centre, DEC, in a move that looks to foster cutting-edge healthcare innovations and grow the UAE’s knowledge-based […]

Sebastian Soderberg shot up the European Tour’s Race to Dubai Rankings after securing a maiden victory at the Omega European Masters following an enthralling final day battle which culminated in a five-man play-off in Switzerland. The Swede, who graduated from European Challenge Tour last season, started the day four shots off the lead and remained […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) Sector in Dubai Economy will begin a series of field visits tomorrow to shops and establishments in the emirate to enhance awareness within the business community on their rights and responsibilities as part of the ‘Compliance Day’ initiative. Observed in September every year, the ‘Compliance Day’ is part […]

This September, prepare yourself to take a trip down memory lane and relive all the moments of summer fun with new themes for the mesmerising shows on the world’s highest LED panel on Burj Khalifa. The iconic tower will come to life with two innovatively themed LED shows starting daily from 7.45 to 10.45pm – […]

The Cigna Park Run at Ibn Battuta Mall will reach a thrilling conclusion this weekend with the fourth and final edition of the indoor summer run series on Saturday, 7 September. Gather family and friends for a walk, jog or run through the world’s largest themed mall in air-conditioned comfort, before enjoying a range of […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority,DEWA, has invited local and international universities to take part in the Innovation Hall, which is a key component of the 21st Water, Energy Technology and Environment Exhibition,WETEX, 2019. Under the umbrella of Green Week, the exhibition is held from 21st to 23rd October 2019, at the Dubai International Convention and […]

ENOC Group unveiled its two new digital ventures – ENOC Link and Beema – under its recently launched accelerator programme, NEXT, designed to unlock growth opportunities through disruptive innovation and strategic partnerships. ENOC Link is an innovative automotive refuelling service intended to deliver fuel to car owners, villa communities, commercial premises and businesses across the […]

Dubai Investments Park [DIP], the unique integrated commercial, industrial & residential community in the Middle East, wholly-owned by Dubai Investments PJSC, is spurring up its investments towards the development of various infrastructure facilities and has invested a total of AED 1.5 billion since inception. The enhancement projects are focussed infrastructure investments across DIP and are […]

DIDO – The excitement is soaring as the British singing sensation confirms a date to perform in Dubai- for the first time ever – as a part of her grand, “Still On My Mind” comeback tour, after 15 years of not touring! DIDO LIVE in Dubai is confirmed for the 13th of December 2019 at […]

Dubai Sports City has already announced its respective academy programmes for September, so parents can start planning their child’s activities leading up to Christmas. The various programmes on offer with Dubai Sports City will allow young people the opportunity to experience some of the best sporting academies in the region. The academies are a great […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) and BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP (BSA) subscribed to the Real Estate Lawyer (REL) initiative launched to streamline Dubai’s real estate sector processes. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) between DLD and BSA was signed to promote foreign and local investment opportunities in Dubai through an innovative framework that will […]

When it comes to SEO, link building, and brand exposure, guest blogging has traditionally been one of the ‘go-to’ strategies. While blogging may appear to be a simple exercise, it has its nuances. DA, PR, Do-Follow Links, Keyword Density, Anchor Text, etc can confuse any digital nomad. Here are some blogging terms you need to […]

The National Basketball Association (NBA) announced the launch of the first year-long NBA Basketball School in Dubai. This will be hosted at both Dubai British School in Jumeirah Park and Swiss International Scientific School in Jaddaf, starting September 15th. The NBA basketball school, partnered with Stryx Sports, the UAE’s leading sports provider, will open for […]

ZEN Film Productions, a leading independent film production company in Dubai, has announced the launch of the region’s first-ever Youth Vlog Awards to celebrate young people’s astonishing creativity in creating online video content, and the ability to inspire their audience with visual digital storytelling.   The announcement was made by its CEO and Founder, Zenofer Fathima, […]

Mantis Dubai, the afterhours hotspot which opened its doors earlier this year is carrying out on its promise to transform the nightlife scene in the city with the launch of HABITAT – a night dedicated to electric, dance, techno and house music. Running every other Sunday, HABITAT will welcome some of the biggest names in […]

wasl properties, a subsidiary of wasl Asset Management Group, is proud to announce that construction on its Warsan project is well underway for a timely delivery for Expo 2020. The Warsan project will comprise 35 buildings in a community-style layout that when completed will provide 3,866 residential units — 3,380 shared units, 360 studio units […]

With all the talk of a global slowdown, liquidity crunch and rising costs of doing business, it is imperative for SME’s to find creative and cost-effective ways of doing business. Digital marketing is definitely the preferred way forward for generating new leads, building a pipeline of prospects and acquiring new clients in quick time. DIY […]

The world’s longest desert ultramarathon is back and will take place this December 9th-13th in Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve. A record breaking 300km has been set for the big challenge with additional ultra-races of 110 KMS and 50 KMS. The 50 KMS challenge is open to teams as well as individuals with great prizes […]

Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, opened on Saturday Phase 3 and Phase 4 of roads leading to Expo 2020 project with the aim of ensuring a smooth traffic flow that serves visitors and future projects in the area. Works completed included constructing intersections of Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street with both Expo and […]

Sobha Realty, the leading premium real estate developer, announced a robust annual financial performance, notching up a whopping AED1 billion in sales in 2019, covering half of its projected target of AED2 billion, owing to a strong investor uptake for its flagship project Sobha Hartland. Sobha Hartland is an eight million square feet waterfront community […]

A phenomenal new season awaits as Dubai’s favorite beach club returns with its best season yet, with world class acts descending for the opening weekend on the 13th of September 2019 at Blue Marlin Ibiza UAE. The good times are set to roll at BMIUAE. The scorching Summer season has ended, and Dubai is ready to […]

Emirati women account for 60 percent of workers at the Expo 2020 Dubai, reflecting the UAE’s vision of women’s empowerment. The expo provides an attractive working environment for innovative Emirati women, empowering them and enabling them to benefit from their creativity, reflecting the slogan, “Connecting Minds, Creating the Future.” Reem bint Ibrahim Al Hashemy, Minister […]

An amazing time is coming to WAFI and visitors will be able to practice, break real records in real time and get the chance to be ‘OFFICIALLY AMAZING’ ® . From 13 September – 23 November, GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS ® will be at WAFI and people of all ages can enjoy all the action. GUINNESS […]

Under the theme “Emirati Women in Entrepreneurship”, the Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) and the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, organized today a ceremony to celebrate the Emirati Women’s Day which falls on August 28, 2019. Held at the Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry (DCCI), the event was attended many Emirati female entrepreneurs […]

Majid Al Futaim in collaboration with Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates, has launched the All-New VOX cinemas. A private space where you can pick the movie and enjoy an exclusive dining experience before your screening? If this describes how you would want the ultimate luxury movie-watching experience, then look no further than Majid Al Futtaim’s latest […]

Singapore will be participating in Expo 2020, the next World Expo, which will be held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), from 20th October 2020 to 10th April 2021. The Singapore Pavilion, titled ‘Nature.  Nurture.  Future’, will pay tribute to Singapore’s journey towards growth, sustainability and resilience. The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) will lead Singapore’s […]

This Emirati Women’s Day, Meraas turns the spotlight on Emirati women-owned businesses that have been shaping the retail and F&B offerings across its destinations, including La Mer, The Beach, City Walk, Last Exit, and Boxpark. The 2019 Emirati Women’s Day is themed ‘Women, Icons of Tolerance’, which aims to highlight the values of tolerance enjoyed by […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted a special seminar to celebrate Emirati Women’s Day 2019 which was held under the slogan “Women: Icons of Tolerance”, putting the spotlight on successful Emirati women in business and recent progress made by the UAE on gender equality. The event, organised by the Chamber’s Centre for Responsible […]

Emirates’ inflight entertainment (IFE) guide will feature a special edition cover with artwork created by Abdulla Lutfi, an Emirati artist represented by Mawaheb from Beautiful People. Meaning ‘talent’ in Arabic, Mawaheb is a Dubai-based art studio for adults with special needs, also known as ‘the determined ones’ following a directive by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin […]

BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the first and only theme park in the Middle East showcasing an authentic Bollywood experience, is offering guests a chance to watch the latest action-thriller Indian film Saaho starring Prabhas and Shraddha Kapoor, while enjoying park access and refreshments. Visitors can explore the magic of Bollywood with this exclusive offer on one-day […]

The ultimate Pinoy party is set to return to Laguna Waterpark this weekend, offering seven hours of after-dark access to Dubai’s hippest waterpark with prices starting from just AED 49 per person. The award-winning attraction in La Mer will be hosting the Kabayan Festival on Friday 30th and Saturday 31st of August and welcomes residents and visitors alike to […]

To mark this year’s Emirati Women’s Day, five talented and passionate Emirati first officers at Emirates airline helped put the spotlight on women in aviation, and the advancement of women in the UAE, by flying to five continents on the same day. Watch the video, released on Emirates’ social media platforms, and see how these women literally […]

The Auto Renewal service launched by the Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector in Dubai Economy has recorded a 47% per cent increase in the number of total licences renewed (73,404) during the first half of 2019. Among the auto-renewed licences issued, 73.2% were Commercial, 24% Professional, 2.2% Industrial and 0.6% related to Tourism. Auto […]

Colm McLoughlin, Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of Dubai Duty Free will be recognised with a Lifetime Achievement Award for his contribution, spanning over three decades, in shaping Dubai’s tourism, hospitality and retail sectors. The award will be presented to him at the Middle East Hospitality Awards (MEHA) that will take place at the Ritz-Carlton […]

An overwhelming 8,000 tickets have been snapped up for the “Achieve the Unimaginable” megaevent set to welcome participants from 46 countries. The10-hour motivational megaevent, to be held in City Walk’s Coca-Cola Arena on September 3, will host main speaker world-renowned life coach Tony Robbins alongside international motivational speakers Nick Vujicic and Prince EA, and singer […]

Azizi Developments, one of the leading private developers in the UAE, is bringing the next generation of urban connectivity to life with Berton, a spectacularly designed and strategically-located residential development in Al Furjan. The exceptionally well-thought-out master-planned community that hosts this property is situated in the growth corridor of Dubai, boasting outstanding accessibility while being […]

DP World PLC has announced a partnership with Zhejiang China Commodity City Group Company LTD (CCC) to develop the ‘Traders Market’ in Jebel Ali Freezone (JAFZA). DP World will hold a majority share in the 70/30 joint venture. The Traders Market project will span approximately 800,000 square metres, with Phase 1 development covering about 220,000 […]

The race for KidZania’s fastest Titan has begun and if your kidZ are up for exciting challenges then KidZania® Titans Challenge is a must try! KidZania®’s brand new activity challenges physical skills and mental toughness and includes activities such as transverse climbing, ninja ladder course, slack line, crawling tubes, money maze amongst many others. Challengers […]

Erik Van Rooyen booked his spot in the season-ending DP World Tour Championship after jumping into the top ten of the European Tour’s Race to Dubai following a thrilling final day battle with Matthew Fitzpatrick at the Scandinavian Invitation. The South African, who was last season’s European Challenge Tour Graduate of the Year, started the […]

HE Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council, received HE Chun Young-wook, Consul General of the Republic of South Korea in Dubai, at the council’s headquarters this week and the two discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in the sphere of sports and to achieve their common objectives of spreading the culture sports. The meeting […]

Westlife fans, listen up! The countdown is on until popular Irish boyband brings its ‘Twenty Tour’ to the region and Barasti has some free tickets up for grabs. All you need to do to get your hands on the free tickets to the highly-anticipated reunion tour is get down to Barasti’s House of Whatever on Wednesday 28th August […]

Dubai Design District (d3) will host a special exhibition entitled ‘Self’ that highlights the works of 12 female Emirati artists to mark Emirati Women’s Day. Set to run from 28 August to 11 September in Building 7’s atrium, the two-week-long event will see several arts and cultural entities collaborate. Tribe, the region’s only magazine dedicated […]

To mark the 150th  anniversary of the birth of Mahatma Ghandi on 2 October, Emirates Post has issued a commemorative stamp to honour the life and times of India’s most influential leader. Ghandi played a crucial role in the development of India and notably led the country to independence through non-violent protest. Commonly referred to […]

The Oman Insurance Corporate Challenge 5.0 powered by Rush-A-Way and LivFit is back yet again this year to reignite spirit, engagement and excitement among several renowned corporates in Dubai. This year, the challenge consisting of seven unique, exhilarating, and team-building exercises will be held on 28th September 2019. The inter-company competition aims to bring together […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector in Dubai Economy witnessed 63% year-on-year increase in trademark files registered on its ‘IP Gateway’ portal during the first six months of 2019, indicating a high level of confidence in the emirate’s ability to protect intellectual property (IP) and enable local as well as global businesses to […]

In celebration of Emirati women and their great achievements, and recognition of their positive impact on society, Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is organising a book-signing ceremony for ‘A Woman Ahead of Her Time’ by Dr Rafia Ghubash. The ceremony will be followed by a rich panel discussion, in which the author will […]

BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai is becoming the go-to destination for comedy this summer season with a line-up of India’s leading comedians and artists taking to the stage and entertaining audiences with their witty sense of humour. Popular stand-up comedian, Karunesh Talwar, will be the next to perform on September 6th at Rajmahal Theatre in BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ […]

Motorists in Dubai can now breathe a sigh of relief following the official launch of ServiceMyCar.ae, The region’s first and largest vehicle servicing network that enables vehicle owners to remotely book their cars for service and repairs. The services are available online 24 hours per day without leaving your home, work or taking time out […]

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts today released its figures for the first half of 2019, with the English-language, common law courts continuing to assist global businesses resolve their largest and most complex disputes, while becoming the increasingly prevalent forum for settling the smaller claims of corporations, SMEs and individuals. Signaling strong public confidence, the total […]

The DP World Tour Championship’s Luckiest Ball on Earth competition returns on Friday September 6 with the first qualifying event being held at Dubai’s newest golf club – Dubai Hills. Local amateur golfers across the country are urged to sign-up for their local qualifier to be in with a chance of a ‘once in a […]

Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI), the UAE Federal credit insurance company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG) to jointly build a framework of excellence for ECI that will help to upskill ECI’s employees and elevate their competency levels. This partnership will lay the foundation to develop and nurture […]

Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, successfully completed today its local Back to School edition of Volunteer Emirates 2019. The popular initiative, which was sponsored by Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC) and took place at the Dubai Police Officers Club, brought together more than 300 volunteers from the UAE community […]

The DP World team engaged with F&B companies looking to expand their businesses outside of India and familiarised them with strategic solutions on offer, including plug-and-play platforms, end-to-end supply chain solutions, value-added services, and an investment platform. Over the past decades, Dubai has developed a made-for-trade ecosystem that offers a robust infrastructure for global businesses […]

Consumers will operate in a reality that is consistently enriched with virtual content, and marketers need to find ways to integrate these new realities into their marketing strategies. With the launch of Apple’s ARKit and Google’s ARCore, augmented reality is no longer a future possibility for retail. It is happening now! Infact, 75% of consumers […]

The second cluster of residential lifestyle homes at Emaar’s Creek Beach District, known as Sunset, is pushing ahead, with SSH acting as lead consultant on the development. Sunset follows the first residential cluster launched to market within Creek Beach District called Breeze. Sunset is a new collection of waterfront homes at Creek Beach ‘Where the City […]

DP World Group Chairman and CEO, Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem credited the company’s strategy of developing innovative new products and services and prudent management for DP World’s impressive half-year results. Bin Sulayem added that DP World’s excellent performance against the backdrop of challenging global economic conditions is a testament to the company’s resilience, sound growth […]

A total of 2,208 Indian companies joined Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry as new members in the first six months of 2019, marking a 18% increase compared to the same period last year, the non-profit public organisation has revealed. Indian firms accounted for 24.4% of new member companies that registered with Dubai Chamber between […]

The Federal Electricity and Water Authority (FEWA) has launched phase two of ‘Your home our care’ project, which will see the installation of control devices and replacement of lighting systems – free of charge – in 100 homes of UAE nationals. Under the slogan ‘Improving the Highest-Consuming Emirati Homes’, this second phase of the project […]

Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a JV of Tata and Singapore Airlines, yesterday inaugurated its daily service between Mumbai and Dubai. Dubai is Vistara’s second international destination in its network, with which the airline becomes the only one to offer the choice of Premium Economy class for travel between India and the UAE (in […]

Dubai’s favourite edutainment attraction, Mattel Play! Town invites families to enjoy seven days of unlimited fun for the price of one throughout the month of August and September. The incredible new promotion offers guests the chance to purchase a child ticket for just AED 125 and enjoy unlimited access to the venue for seven consecutive […]

Emirates Aviation University has introduced an “international student study package”, offering financial benefits and support to international students. The package includes 20% savings on costs for university accommodation, 15% discount on programme fees, and a complimentary Economy class return ticket per year on Emirates. The package will also offer the students free services for three […]

Retail Pioneer, Union Coop in Dubai has announced its three consecutive ‘Back to school’ promotions with discounts reaching up to 75% on more than 10,000 products, which will benefit parents of children resuming school. Mr. Harib Mohammed Bin Thani, Director of Operations division, Union Coop explains that Union Coop has invested AED 10 Million towards […]

Ellington Properties, Dubai’s leading and award-winning design-led boutique developer, will hold an exclusive event for investors at The May Fair Hotel in London on August 30 & 31, 2019. Investors will have the opportunity to meet Ellington’s top consultants and discover special offers as well as investment opportunities on development projects in Dubai such as […]

With very few days left for the new school term, Emaar Entertainment is ensuring that kids enjoy one more entertainment spell before they get back to their routine. Kids across the emirate can enroll for the KidZania® Zummer Camp as well as Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo’s Junior Biologist camp at special value-added prices. From […]

Travel from the UAE to the island of Ireland has seen strong growth from 1st January until 30th June 2019, based on travel statistics released by dnata Travel, the UAE’s longest-standing travel agency, which is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. Compared to the same period (H1) in 2018, UAE locals and residents have been visiting Ireland in […]

Back-To-School time is approaching fast and The Dubai Mall is getting ready for the new school term. Bringing school essentials together in one convenient location, this Back-To-School enjoy a range of creative activities and entertainment only at The Dubai Mall. The much-loved School Bus Market, a retail pop-up located on the Ground Floor, near Souk […]

Are you ready to welcome Hogwarts once again? Harry Potter fans can gear up for a wizarding weekend of all things Hogwarts as Reel Cinemas’ is hosting a Harry Potter movie marathon this month. Spread across two days, the movie marathon is taking place on Friday, August 23 and Saturday, August 24 at Reel Cinemas-Dubai […]

Medical tourism sales in the UAE increased 5.5% year-over-year to reach AED 12.1 billion in 2018 with growth supported by a number of government-led initiatives and the rising number of medical tourists in the country, new analysis released by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry revealed. The analysis, based on recent data from Euromonitor International […]

Travel is expected to reach an all-time high in the upcoming weeks for Emirates Airlines, as the carrier expects yet another busy period with travelers arriving into Dubai after the summer holidays and Eid breaks. Excluding transit passengers, over 500,000 people are expected to arrive into Dubai from 20th August until the beginning of September. […]

Travel is expected to reach an all-time high in the upcoming weeks for Emirates, as the airline expects yet another busy period with travellers flocking into Dubai after the summer holidays and Eid breaks. Excluding transit passengers, over 500,000 people are expected to arrive into Dubai from 20 August until the beginning of September. Mohammed […]

Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, was presented with the award for ‘Best Customer Airline 2018’ by the ground handling division of MAB Kargo for having transported the largest volume of air cargo from Kuala Lumpur International Airport among MAB Kargo’s customer airlines. Emirates SkyCargo has engaged MAB Kargo as its ground handling agent […]

Following its global milestones achieved in 5G network this year and the live 5G video calls made across various locations in UAE, Etisalat today announced the availability of 5G coverage in the world’s tallest and iconic tower ‘Burj Khalifa’ showcasing readiness of the state-of-the-art 5G network and compatibility with industry leading 5G smartphones. Today’s 5G […]

As part of its pillar partnership with Meydan, Azizi Developments, one of the leading private developers in the UAE, sponsored the prestigious HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum UK Endurance Festival for the fourth consecutive year. The Festival was held at Euston Park in Thetford, England, on the 18th of August 2019. Known as […]

Thomas Pieters edged closer to securing a fifth consecutive appearance at the season-ending DP World Tour Championship after breaking into the top 50 of the European Tour’s Race to Dubai with his first victory in three years at the D+D Real Czech Masters. The Belgian, who secured his maiden win at the same venue in […]

in5, a startup incubator founded by TECOM Group, announced a 27-hour ‘Blockchain Challenge’ hackathon, inviting tech enthusiasts to address a practical real-life challenge. Divided into teams, participants will be challenged to build and present functioning prototypes, leveraging blockchain technology. Powered by Oracle, a global leader in innovative technologies, and a key contributor in the regional digital […]

As summer begins to draw to an end and the kids get ready to go back to school, there’s still one last reason to put on your dancing shoes as Westlife bring their much-awaited ‘Twenty Tour’ to Coca-Cola Arena on Thursday 29th August. Having sold more than 55 million records worldwide, fans should prepare for an […]

Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) has revealed the successful opening of its newest registration and licensing centre in Umm Suqeim. The move complements the government’s continuing efforts towards achieving customer happiness through better and enhanced experiences. The new centre represents an advanced step towards providing a faster and more simplified approach in applying for marine transport licensing, […]

Eight prominent business leaders have been selected to mentor high-potential startups from the UAE and Africa participating in Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Global Business Forum (GBF) Mentorship Programme. Four UAE-based mentors and four Africa-based mentors have joined the first-of-its-kind programme which aims to foster cross-border cooperation between the two startup communities and help […]

Experience the marvels of the underwater world like never-before with Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo’s ‘All Access Pass’. The All Access Pass promises guests a unique exclusive journey around one of the largest and most diverse aquariums in the world. Designed for 4-6 people, the intimate experience includes a one-hour private guided tour with access […]

If you haven’t started buying the required lunchboxes, backpacks, bottles and recycled stationery items for your kids as they head back to school, you’re in luck! TheGreenEcostore.com is offering up to 50% discount on a range of Eco-friendly products for school children. “If you’re starting to shop for back-to-school essentials now, don’t worry, there are […]

On July 16, 1969, the United States launched Apollo 11 toward the moon with the goal of landing two astronaut explorers on the lunar surface four days later.  This successful mission accomplished mankind’s dream of walking on another celestial body. 50 years on, inspired by this mission, in a licensed collaboration with National Aeronautics and […]

Daiso Japan, the Japanese value retail concept with over 40 stores in the UAE has launched it’s 2019 back to school collection. Spanning across multiple back to school goodies including bags, pencil boxes, lunch boxes, bottles, books and stationery among others, the Daiso Japan store is a haven for both children and adults looking for […]

NRTC Group, the largest supplier of fresh fruits and vegetables in the UAE has recently turned its attention to broadening its offerings to consumers through a brand-new e-commerce platform NRTC Fresh (https://www.nrtcfresh.com/). The website was launched to meet growing consumer needs in line with trends about the high demand for e-commerce platforms in the MENA […]

Dubai is set to welcome the renowned Photojournalist, Mobeen Ansari for his first Solo exhibition in the region, the show titled “Conversations through Centuries” will be displaying an exclusive collection of his remarkable photographs; on opening night, guests will get treated to a special book signing of his book “White in the Flag” – which […]

In 430 days, the world will witness a key international event, the Expo 2020 Dubai, which will be a cultural platform for gathering countries for 173 days in one place, to showcase their cultures, heritage and histories to 25 million potential visitors. Participating countries are looking forward to the event, where intellectuals will meet to […]

The Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, issued 14,737 new licences during the first half of 2019 as the emirate continued to enhance its appeal as a destination for sustainable business growth. Among the new licences 52% were Commercial (7,648), 45% Professional (6,722), 2% Tourism (262), and […]

As part of its efforts to spread Islamic culture and human values among the various strata of society, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Centre for Islamic Culture of the Islamic Affairs and Charitable activities Department in Dubai (IACAD), revealed the details of its calendar of activities for the second half of 2019. These include a variety […]

Google, Facebook, and Microsoft are all providing augmented reality platforms for developers to build Apps. The next tech revolution is going to be powered by augmented reality, image-recognition and computer vision technology to convert the real world into content-rich, interactive experiences. Cyber Gear, the web and AI solutions company in Dubai has signed an agency […]

Dubai welcomed 8.36 million international overnight visitors in the first six months (January-June) of 2019, posting a positive three per cent in tourism volume growth compared to the same period last year, according to the latest data released by Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism). The new figures reinforce the continued strength […]

Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the UAE Water Aid Foundation (Suqia), met with Low Pit Chen, Consul-General of the Republic of Singapore in Dubai. The meeting focused on cooperation between Singapore and Suqia on water and innovation, as […]

A massive 155-million-year-old dinosaur skeleton will be up for grabs for lovers of rare collectibles as Emirates Auction announced it will organize the Middle East’s first auction to sell the giant dinosaur skeleton. The online auction will be staged by Emirates Auction, the leading company in the field of auctions in the Middle East which […]

UAE-based IBC Group announced today that it intends to acquire 10,000 premier properties in Dubai, to furnish and manage as holiday homes, and has contracted Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Gulf Properties (BHHS Real Estate Broker LLC Gulf Properties) on an exclusive basis to play an advisory brokerage role to assist in identifying, acquiring and financing the properties.  The deal is […]

Mark your calendars, as Nikki Beach Dubai, the region’s favorite urban address announces its reopening on Friday, August 30th 2019. Make a splash this September and celebrate the end of summer in style at this popular beachfront spot for celebs, A-listers and Dubai residents. The beach club kicks off the post-summer season with a brand-new […]

DAMAC Properties Dubai Co. PJSC (DFM: DAMAC) (“DAMAC” or the “Company”), announced financial results for the first half of 2019, reporting a total revenue of AED 1.9 billion, with booked sales reported at AED 1.8 billion. Gross profits for the same period stood at AED 502 million reflecting gross profit margins of 27%. Total assets […]

When Marks & Spencer launched its first ever vegan-friendly line – Plant Kitchen earlier this year, which included scrumptious Cauliflower Popcorn, Tikka Masala & Rice, Mushroom Pie, as well as Green Apple and Peanut Butter Dip, shoppers went crazy for it. Now, due to such popular demand, the range has been increased to include a […]

Having been the first and last word in underground music and counterculture in the Middle East for the past 7 years Analog Room has undeniably influenced a generation of electronic music lovers. From humble beginnings back in 2012, the close-knit family of artists that orbit around Analog Room have taken their love of life passion […]

Get your dancing feet at the ready as Emirates School of Dance, the popular dance programme by Bodytree returns for its fall term in September, and they have just announced that their registration system is now live for parents to enroll their children. The Emirates School of Dance programme was developed in 2007 and is […]

This year Reel Cinemas’ is celebrating Indian Independence Day with a blockbuster showcase of patriotic movies ‘Batla House’ and ‘Mission Mangal’, releasing around August 15. To mark the occasion, Reel Cinemas will also serve a special menu, taking inspiration from Bollywood movies, at Al Ghurair Centre and The Dubai Mall locations. The Bollywood themed items […]

Dubai’s favourite edutainment attraction, aimed at children aged 2 to 10 years, invites families to celebrate Eid with their favourite characters as they launch an exciting line-up of activities and an incredible promotion, launching 14 August. Prepare to delve into a magical Eid escape with your favourite characters at Mattel Play! Town. From 9thto 13thAugust, […]

Celebrate Eid Al Adha at Meraas destinations this summer and fill your holidays with exclusive deals, entertaining parades and riveting shows. At the Outlet Village, the Pastel Show will take you on an exhilarating ride with cheeky tricks, live music and spectacular acrobatics. If you’re looking for a more immersive means of entertainment that truly engages […]

Al Naboodah Group Enterprises (ANGE), one of the UAE’s oldest and most respected family conglomerates, partnered with UK bus manufacturer Optare to launch the RTA Solo into service in the UAE. A long-established strategic partner of the RTA, ANGE has provided supply and maintenance services for public transport buses for the last 10 years. Held […]

Gaurang & Kishandas & Co. are all set to introduce their latest collection for the festive season “NAVRAS”. This is the first time that Gaurang will bring in his association with Kishandas & Co. to present hand-woven textiles and heritage jewellery at the same show on 30 & 31 August 2019 at Taj Dubai presented […]

Bolstering its position as a premier international cruise destination, Dubai concluded its 2018/2019 cruise season with a record increase of over 51 percent in cruise tourist footfall and a 38 percent increase in cruise ship calls season-on-season. Dubai welcomed through Mina Rashid Cruise Terminal 846,176 cruise visitors via 152 ship calls during the season, compared […]

Eid Al Adha is about creating memories and sharing family moments and The Dubai Mall is making sure that this Eid is even more memorable than ever for the whole family. With an endless selection of fashion brands, designer labels and exclusive collections, visit The Dubai Mall and prep for Eid celebrations.  Fill your wardrobe […]

Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, has completed another successful edition of its Summer Literacy Camp initiative. For 5 days a week from 7 July to 7 August 2019, the summer camp which took place at Uptown School in Mirdif brightened the life of 200 children from low-income families in […]