The Public Libraries Department of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is all set to launch this year’s edition of its annual summer camp themed ‘Our summer is art & culture’, which is scheduled from 14th July to 8th August 2019. The camp is a unique package of advanced and innovative programs designed to […]

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Dubai Land Department (DLD), in coordination and cooperation with the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA), granted golden visas to 20 investors belonging to 12 nationalities, whose value of direct real estate investments exceeded AED 200 million. This came during a ceremony held at DLD in the presence of HE Major General Mohammed […]

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The UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, MoCCAE, and the South Korean Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, MoTIE, hosted a joint workshop on cleaner production practices for the industrial sector in Dubai. Drawing the participation of specialists from the government, industry, and academia, the event took place within the framework of the Memorandum […]

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Want to eat your way to the feeling of victory? Sounds too good to be true, right? Not at City Centre Deira. The mall has collaborated with Jelly Belly ice cream to create a unique flavour packed with ingredients that will instantly elevate your mood by increasing your serotonin and dopamine levels, also called the […]

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Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd. today announced its 1H 2019 key strategic and operational highlights for its leasing division, DAE Capital: Strategic and operational highlights: Delivered and committed to deliver over US$1.1 billion in aircraft assets Grew managed assets portfolio to 51 aircraft valued at US$1.3 billion Boosted liquidity by adding a new US$440 million […]

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The UAE’s ambitious waste diversion goals can be achieved if more businesses make waste management a top priority within their organisations and adopt best international practices industry experts explained during a workshop recently hosted at Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The workshop, organised by member companies of the Dubai Chamber Sustainability Network’s Task Force […]

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 The Mohammed bin Rashid Initiative for Global Prosperity (the Global Prosperity Initiative), an initiative of the Global Manufacturing and Industrialisation Summit(GMIS), today revealed the four winners of its Global Maker Challenge. The four winners and twelve runners-up each received a signed certificate of accomplishment by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of […]

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Families can enjoy even more fun, games and great savings during this year’s Dubai Summer Surprises thanks to Meraas Leisure and Entertainment and DTCM. Visitors and residents flocking to the annual festival of shopping and entertainment can enjoy a fantastic 60% discount on summer passes to Merass’ most popular attractions – City Walk and La […]

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Dubai Industrial City, one of the largest industrial hubs in the region and a member of TECOM Group, has partnered with Baofeng Grain Mills LLC, part of the Chinese Baofeng Grain & Oil Group, to open the region’s first fresh rice noodle factory. China is one of the UAE’s top trade partners, along with India, […]

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Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, has launched the region’s first ‘People of Determination Advisory Panel’, in a move to ensure its customer offering is inclusive for all members of the UAE community, and in line with the UAE government’s efforts to empower and […]

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Following the widespread success of the initiative, Dubai Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD) has announced the second phase of the Meals of Hope campaign, which was launched last Ramadan in cooperation with food delivery platform Zomato. As many as 3,189 free-of-charge meals were distributed in Al Quoz area of Dubai during the Holy […]

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Arabian Automobiles, the flagship company of the AW Rostamani Group and the exclusive distributor for Nissan in Dubai, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates is pleased to announce the launch of a new raffle draw on the Nissan GT-R, the first in the region, in collaboration with Dubai Duty Free. Travellers are invited to take pictures […]

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Azizi Developments, one of the leading private developers in the UAE, achieved an impressive milestone of over 50% completion of Azizi Mina, its flagship residential development in The Palm Jumeirah. Highlighting the company’s commitment to on-schedule delivery, especially as it marks 2019 the Year of Construction, Azizi Developments aims to hand over 178 residences that […]

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Well-known singer-composer Quratulain Balouch is set to dazzle visitors with her performance at BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the premier Bollywood-themed park, part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region. Quratulain Balouch, the popular Pakistani singer, composer and a songwriter, who is known for her famous track Woh Humsafar Tha, […]

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Emirates’ passengers bound for the US will soon be able to enjoy Wi-Fi, mobile service connectivity and Live TV broadcast, even when flying 40,000 feet over the North Pole and Arctic circle. Emirates has led the world with inflight connectivity, with every aircraft connected for Wi-Fi, voice and SMS services. However on its flights to […]

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Designed by Schwitzke & Partner, the Easa Saleh Al Gurg (ESAG) Group showroom, or the Design Hub, is a hybrid space built on approximately 10764 sqft. It’s meant to cater to people like landlords, contractors, customers and even designers based in the Dubai Design District (d3). The showroom project is meant to connect with the […]

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Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, is continuing to prioritise the ease of doing business with the introduction of new licencing categories and fees designed to make establishing businesses within the Centre easier and more affordable. Four new licencing categories were […]

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Live by the longest Venetian-style canal pool in Dubai and enjoy an all-round waterfront lifestyle at the Seashore (Sirdhana by Emaar) residences launched in Mina Rashid, the new Riviera-style coastal destination set in the historic port of Dubai. Following its unveiling in May by Emaar, the developer of icons, and P&O Marinas, a subsidiary of […]

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Dubai Airports has launched a high-tech system that monitors airport operations in real-time and visualises traffic flows to support consistently smooth operations at Dubai International, DXB. The cloud-based platform, titled ‘realtimeDXB’, gathers data generated by more than 50 operational systems, including those of Dubai Airports and its many service partners. It uses this information to […]

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Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with DP World UAE Region to collaborate on the Digital Silk Road, a Dubai 10X initiative which is expected to be launched by 2020. The Digital Silk Road is a smart digital platform which utilises blockchain technology to […]

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Dubai Land Department (DLD), represented by its regulatory arm Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) — the regulatory entity for the owners’ associations (OA) — signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with United Bank Limited (UBL) – UAE to manage and service OA accounts. HE Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of DLD, said: “Freehold areas […]

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Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA), one of the UAE’s leading free zones, has stepped up efforts to attract new business and foreign direct investment (FDI) from China following official Chinese delegation visits this week. Jamal Bin Marghoob, Senior Director of Sales at DAFZA along with  senior officials welcomed the delegation from the China Council for […]

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Emirates has partnered with world-renowned hotel providers to offer its passengers travelling to and through Dubai attractive summer rates in some of the UAE’s most prestigious hotels. Customers who purchase an Emirates ticket and travel from now until 30 September 2019 can enjoy exclusive summer hotel rates in any of the properties within Accor, Armani […]

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Prague, Czech Republic: Public and private sector players attending the Czech-UAE Business Forum 2019 in Prague called for businesses in the two countries to explore new partnership opportunities in key sectors of mutual interest such as smart city solutions, manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, tourism and artificial intelligence, which can support the strategic vision of both governments. […]

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Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Authority, the entity responsible for the operations and management of the leading financial hub for the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region with a wealth and asset management market of USD 424 billion, has strengthened its leadership team to drive its ongoing journey towards becoming a next generation […]

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Dubai Real Estate Institute (DREI), the educational arm of Dubai Land Department (DLD), recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Abu Dhabi Vocational Education and Training Institute (ADVETI). The MoU represents an aspect of existing cooperation through government institutions between the two Emirates. The MoU seeks to establish cooperation in areas of common interest […]

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dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, has opened a new airport lounge at Dubai International (DXB) to enhance young flyers’ travel experience. The newest dnata facility has been designed and launched exclusively for unaccompanied minors, whose safety, security and comfort are ensured by dnata’s specially trained team at the airport. Located at […]

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Hala China celebrated its first anniversary in style last week with the signing of six collaboration agreements that will launch a host of unique activations in Dubai throughout 2019 and 2020. The exclusive event, held at Burj Al Arab Jumeirah in Dubai, drew the participation of His Excellency Li Xuhang, Consul-General of the People’s Republic […]

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The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has adopted a new dental hybrid appointment model that enables patients to book their appointments across all DHA dental facilities through three options: walk-ins, booking through the call centre (800342) or through the authority’s medical records platform. The new model aims to reduce the customer’s waiting time to 20 minutes instead of […]

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Jon Rahm soared to the top of the European Tour’s Race to Dubai after sensationally securing a record third Rolex Series title at the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open at Lahinch Golf Club, County Clare, Ireland. The 24 year old, who won the event in 2017 along with the season-ending DP World Tour Championship later […]

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Jon Rahm secured his fourth European Tour title and a second Dubai Duty Free Irish Open crown in fine style with a closing eight under par 62 sealing a two-stroke victory over Bernd Wiesberger and Andy Sullivan at Lahinch Golf Club, County Clare, Ireland. The 24 year old, who adds a third Rolex Series event […]

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Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, is hosting another edition of its Summer Literacy Camp between the 7th of July and the 8th of August 2019. The 5-days-a-week summer camp is taking place at Uptown School in Mirdif, in partnership with Rawafed Development and Learning Centre in Dubai, and is […]

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Representatives from government entities have discussed how they can best contribute to Expo 2020 Dubai during a series of workshops in Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah and Sharjah, as excitement continues to build for the first World Expo ever staged in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region. The sessions spread the message of […]

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Dubai Land Department (DLD), aiming to benefit its customers, announced the opening of a Customer Training Centre at its headquarters Customer Happiness Centre. This initiative seeks to strengthen strategic partnership with DLD’s partners and raise the level of customer awareness on the various services provided by DLD. The initiative will also help and train customers […]

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His Excellency Saif Humaid Al Falasi, ENOC’s Group CEO has received an honorary degree of Doctor of Engineering by Heriot-Watt University in Dubai for his four decades of significant contribution to the energy industry in the region. Professor Richard A. Williams OBE, Principal & Vice-Chancellor of Heriot-Watt University, Dubai Campus, said: “We are honoured to bestow upon […]

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Amateur golfers up and down the UAE are gearing up for the return of the 2019 DP World Tour Championship ‘Luckiest Ball on Earth’ competition which gets underway in September. The innovative series gives local players the chance of a ‘once in a lifetime’ golfing experience alongside the stars of the European Tour at the […]

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Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates has won a number of international accolades since the start of 2019, in recognition of the outstanding quality of the air cargo services it provides to its customers. The air cargo carrier consolidated its leadership position in the global air cargo industry by winning five prestigious awards. Two […]

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This summer, several business partners of Dubai Design District (d3) will host a series of short courses, workshops, training sessions and talks for residents and visitors. The course providers include Inscape, a training institute that specialises in design and creative industries, Re:Urban Studio, a co-working space for creative individuals, the Dubai Institute of Design and […]

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On 21 June The Outlet Village Jebel Ali, the Mediterranean-inspired indoor outlet village by Meraas, kicked off its annual Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) celebrations. Running until 3 August, the Tuscan-inspired retail destination is offering crazy discounts on high-end brands, an all-new Summer Camp for the kids and opportunities to bag some amazing prizes. Bursting with […]

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Nothing captures Dubai’s impressive skyline and landmarks like a helicopter ride. Check in at FlyHigh Dubai’s five-star helipad and heli-lounge at Atlantis The Palm and fly over the city’s magnificent attractions for an unforgettable experience with the ‘Heli & Sightseeing’ package. Combine leisure with luxury and landmarks with Dubai City Tour and Abu Dhabi City […]

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“Artezaar” founded by two women, Teena Thawani  and Leena Kewlani, both are self taught Artists on a mission to make Art accessible to all. The website was initially conceptualized because being artists themselves, they faced a struggle to sell and showcase their work. The website aims to  support the Artist community of UAE and to […]

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Two promising Indian startups from New Delhi and Bangalore were named as the winners of a prestigious competition organised by Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus (Dtec), the largest hub of its kind in the region and wholly-owned by Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), which was held during the recent Dubai Startup Hub roadshow to India. ShipsKart, […]

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The world’s most visited retail and lifestyle destination and the flagship of Emaar Malls, The Dubai Mall, has added yet another hat to its luxury portfolio with the launch of Golden Goose, the Italian handmade sneakers brand. Golden Goose has set its presence in the UAE with its first flagship store exclusively at The Dubai […]

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Letswork, the UAE’s largest community of co-working spaces and a start-up rolled out by e25, Emaar’s in-house innovation lab, now brings a women’s only co-working space to Dubai. Partnering with hotels, cafes and business centres, Letswork offers over 30 co-working spaces in central locations across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ajman where digital nomads are free […]

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Emirates has announced that it will resume flights to Khartoum, the capital of Sudan, from 08 July, 2019. The daily service between Dubai and Khartoum, will once again provide both business and leisure travellers in Sudan, global connectivity through the airline’s network, particularly to destinations in the Middle East, West Asia, United States and the […]

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Emirates is offering UAE travellers a chance to book a short getaway in First and Business Class and explore its extensive network this summer. Solo travellers and families can enjoy an exciting break in Hong Kong, Paris, Sydney and many more destinations. Travelers can also fly back home to visit family during the summer to […]

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Emirates has launched its new four times weekly service to Porto, its second destination in Portugal. The new service provides travellers from across Emirates’ global network with a direct flight to the popular city in the north of the country. The inaugural flight, EK197, touched down at the city’s international airport on Tuesday afternoon, marking […]

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Internationally-minded professionals seeking career progression, financial security and a great place to raise a family increasingly rank the United Arab Emirates as the world’s best place to live and work, according to the HSBC Expat Annual League Table. Young professionals are a particular driver of the UAEs’ ranking in HSBC’s 12th Expat Explorer survey, with […]

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Master developer Nakheel is adding another stunning, landmark attraction to Dubai’s recreation and leisure scene with The View at The Palm, a public observation deck towering 240 metres above the world-famous Palm Jumeirah. Accessible from Nakheel Mall, the observatory will offer spectacular, uninterrupted views of The Palm, the Arabian Gulf and the Dubai skyline, and reveal the incredible story behind […]

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The huge potential of new technologies, such as augmented reality and artificial intelligence, will be best achieved by engaging and educating people on its capabilities and collaborating to ensure it is used for the global good. That was the focus of the latest in Expo 2020 Dubai’s World Majlis series, attended by His Excellency Mansoor […]

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Registration for the biggest cycle challenge in the Middle East, the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge is now open – taking place on Friday, November 29 with three supporting Build-Up rides in the lead-up to the main event. The popular sporting event is celebrating 10 years of cycling this year and in recognition of this special milestone, […]

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Over 1,200 employee volunteers participated in Dubai Chamber’s Give & Gain Week 2019, dedicating 4,700 hours and benefitting 1,200 individuals in the process. The week-long event held on April 7th-11th was organised for the ninth consecutive year as part of the Chamber’s Engage Dubai corporate volunteering programme in line its efforts to support the Year […]

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Dubai Land Department (DLD) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Tanami Properties (TP) through which DLD will support the Manzili initiative launched by TP. The MoU aims to strengthen the strategic partnership between the public and private sectors, achieving public interest to develop Dubai’s real estate market. HE Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General […]

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July marks International Picnic Month, and with the summer heat really kicking in, there’s no better place to celebrate than with everyone’s favourite Purple dinosaur at Mattel Play! Town. Mark your diaries, as the team are busy prepping their picnic baskets for the renowned Picnic with Barney & Friends which is set to take place on Friday […]

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 Nasdaq Dubai and Samruk-Kazyna JSC today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote international awareness of investment opportunities in Kazakhstan and explore market access. Samruk-Kazyna JSC, Kazakhstan’s sovereign wealth fund, and Nasdaq Dubai, the region’s international financial exchange, will also work together to promote Islamic capital markets products and solutions and enhance the financial markets overall […]

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Dubai Land Department (DLD) announced the launch of the Real Estate Investment Opportunities (REIOs) initiative during a press conference held yesterday. The new initiative is a new way to attract investors from all economic sectors. Before the launch of the project, a feasibility study was conducted, and the most prominent international experiences and local and […]

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Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced that it has joined more than 450 other chambers of commerce from around the world in signing the Chambers Climate Coalition, a groundbreaking global initiative that aims to take bold and collective climate action. The Coalition, unveiled during the 11th World Chambers Congress in Rio de Janeiro […]

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Dubai ranked first in the Arab world and 11th globally in ‘Future Readiness’ in 2019, according to the ‘Global Competitiveness of Talent’ report issued by the Institute for Administrative Development in Switzerland in cooperation with the Dubai Competitiveness Office in the Department of Economic Development (DED). The report evaluated various cities worldwide around three main […]

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The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) accepted four FinTech firms into its 2019 Summer Innovation Testing Licence (ITL) Cohort following the evaluation of a number of applications. These four firms can now apply for an ITL, with the first batch of licences expected to be granted by the DFSA in October of this year. Invitations […]

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ASGC, one of the leading construction groups in the UAE, has been appointed to construct the new Dubai Cruise Terminal at Dubai Harbour, the first ever dedicated cruise port in the region, which when complete, will be the most advanced of its kind in the region. Located in the heart of Dubai, in the vibrant […]

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This summer give your wardrobe a whole new look with unmissable offers ranging from 25-75%  discount across a breadth of fashion and lifestyle outlets at The Dubai Mall as well as fun-filled activities for all the family. The much-awaited Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) is in full swing and The Dubai Mall is making sure that […]

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Emirates is giving travellers to and from Oman more choice, comfort and luxury with the first arrivals of its double daily A380 services to Muscat.  Flights EK 862 and EK 864 were each welcomed with water cannon salutes upon arrival, ushering in the new services to Oman’s capital, Muscat. Sheikh Majid Al Mualla, Divisional Senior […]

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Emirates’ inaugural flight to Porto departed this morning from Dubai International Airport, with a VIP delegation on board the flight. Flanked by Emirates Cabin Crew, from left to right are: Gil Azevedo, Senior Vice President Head of Consumer Banking, Emirates Islamic Bank; Jose Silva, Chief Executive Officer, Jumeirah Group; His Excellency Joaquim Moreira De Lemos, […]

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Dubai Studio City has announced its strategic partnership with the National Media Council, NMC, to support CineMENA, a platform dedicated to celebrating the art of content and fostering local and regional talent. The collaboration seeks to empower creative individuals to build their careers and compete internationally. Through a series of industry-specific workshops held at in5 […]

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Union Cooperative, the largest Consumer Cooperative in the UAE announced that all UAE citizens will soon be able to buy their shares and investing in Union Coop. H.E. Majid Hamad Rahma Al Shamsi, Chairman of Union Coop said: “This decision is a result of continuous efforts made by the Board of Directors over the past […]

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Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and Perlin, making it the first chamber of commerce in the world to offer innovative blockchain solutions developed by ICC and Perlin’s Centre of Future Trade (CoFT) to its members and […]

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Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has endorsed a three-phase 10-year plan to improve marine transport services on Dubai Water Canal 2020-2030. The plan envisages upgrading marine transit services on Dubai Water Canal to keep pace with the urban development on the two shores of the Canal. “The initial phase covers a short-term plan 2019-2020, which already started in April. It […]

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ShuiQi Spa at Atlantis, The Palm announces the launch of a summer Pamper Me package, offering UAE residents a relaxing day at Atlantis, The Palm including a massage, beach, pool access and lunch. Valid between 8th June and 8th September and available daily, the package, in collaboration with Aromatherapy Associates promises to take guests to a world away […]

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A delegation led by Dr. Tariq Al Gurg, Chief Executive Officer at Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, recently completed a field visit to Peru to monitor the progress of two programs currently being implemented in the country. During the visit, Dubai Cares announced the second phase of its “Social […]

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Orikami Lab, the Dubai-based Design Innovation Hub, has led a full-scale transformation of the brand experience for Spectrum Watches, one of the oldest watch brands originating from the region. They collaborated on delivering a scalable and livable design system and narrative for the brand. The need to move with Dubai’s evolution from a trading hub […]

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Christiaan Bezuidenhout has all but sealed his spot in the season-ending DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates as he climbed up to ninth in the Race to Dubai Rankings after picking up his first EuropeanTour title in emphatic style with a six-stroke triumph at the Estrella Damm N.A. Andalucía Masters hosted by the […]

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The City Readiness Committee to host Expo 2020 Dubai, chaired by His Excellency Mohammed Ibrahim Al Shaibani, Director General of His Highness The Ruler’s Court of Dubai, has held its third meeting at Expo 2020 Dubai headquarters to discuss preparations for the largest ever event held in the region. The meeting was attended by committee […]

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Arcadia Education has announced a formidable partnership with one of the top American private schools, Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (SCH), to introduce its nationally recognised entrepreneurial programme at Arcadia’s secondary school in Dubai. The Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership (CEL) is one of the Springside Chesnut Hill’s signature programmes and is committed to developing an entrepreneurial […]

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Dubai’s non-oil trade with Ukraine nearly doubled over between 2016 and 2018 to reach $571 million last year, while Ukrainian agricultural and metal exports dominated trade volumes. Signalling expanding ties between businesses in Ukraine and Dubai, the trade figures were recently revealed at the 5th National Export Forum in Kiev, Ukraine, where representatives from Dubai […]

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Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has made structuring and financing faster, economical, and more flexible. Under a newly introduced regime, structures such as Intermediate Special Purpose Vehicles (ISPVs) and Special Purpose Companies (SPCs) will now be classified as Prescribed Companies. […]

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Dubai Exports, the export promotion agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai, led a group of food & beverage companies in the UAE to SIAL China, the largest food event in Asia, as part of its strategy to promote diverse exports as well as re-exports through Dubai and support local exporters expand […]

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The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Smart Dubai to collaborate on organisation-wide smart transformation initiatives spearheaded by Smart Dubai. The MoU was digitally signed by Waleed Saeed Al Awadhi, Chief Operating Officer of the DFSA, and H.E Wesam Lootah, Chief Executive Officer of Smart Dubai Government Establishment making […]

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wasl properties, a subsidiary of wasl Asset Management Group, announced the launch of its ‘wasl oasis III’ development into the market. The project, located in Muhaisnah, will offer 253 units and comes as part of wasl’s strategy to provide affordable housing options in established areas of Dubai, following the successful launch of two previous buildings […]

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The summer holidays are less than two weeks away and thanks to the plenty of fantastic offers on the (totally free to download) Sunsational Summer App by Meraas, there’s no need to fret about the kids being stuck inside the house all day. From wild waterparks to exciting edutainment spaces, here are 10 fabulous options […]

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Beam Unplugged – the month-long acoustic competition that has taken over Barasti’s House of Whatever throughout June is set to host the final, this Tuesday 2 July. Throughout June, undiscovered musicians have been battling it out through four challenging rounds on the Barasti stage in front of three industry judges in a quest to take home the grand […]

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The Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, has endorsed an initiative to transform 90 percent of limousines operating in Dubai into environmental-friendly vehicles, hybrid/electric, by 2026. The initiative is the first of its kind worldwide in the semi-total conversion of the limousine fleet into green vehicles. According to the plan, which […]

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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, issued directives to launch the next edition of the World Government Summit at Expo 2020 Dubai in November 22-25, 2020. The exceptional “World Government Summit- Expo 2020” will be the biggest gathering yet since its inception […]

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Sobha Realty, the leading premium real estate developer, welcomed yoga enthusiasts to its first Luna Fest event at the Sobha Hartland community to mark the launch of its latest residential tower, One Park Avenue. The evening yoga session, led by Steph Mullet, a certified Vinyasa Yoga instructor and personal trainer who advocates mindfulness, peace and […]

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Dubai Land Department (DLD) announced its achievement of the ‘Ideas Arabia 2019’ award, an addition to its track record of many local and international accomplishments, after taking first place in the “Productivity” category for its ‘Building Survey and Classification’ initiative. HE Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of DLD, said: “We are proud of this […]

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Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, hosted a session today to discuss the enhancements and implications of the newly enacted DIFC employment law. Taking place in the DIFC Conference Centre, the session with Jacques Visser, Chief Legal Officer, DIFC Authority; Gordon […]

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Emirates SkyCargo has announced the appointment of Alyazeya Saeed and Fatma Ahli to the key positions of Cargo Managers of Oman and Kuwait respectively. The two appointees, who graduated from Emirates SkyCargo’s Commercial Management Programme, will manage the airline’s cargo operations in the two countries. With the new appointments, Emirates SkyCargo will be utilising UAE […]

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Mai Dubai celebrated their five-year anniversary this weekend with an announcement that it will be converting all their operations to solar energy before the end of this year. The announcement was made by Mai Dubai’s CEO, Mr. Alexander van ‘t Riet in his speech to the company’s key customers and suppliers at the Four Seasons […]

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After more than 25 years in the region with a longstanding forte in building materials, retail, real estate, manufacturing, and home furnishings and interior solution – The Danube Group is now entering the Hospitality industry with a milestone announcement of Danube Hospitality Solutions. This new business vertical is designed to exclusively cater to the growing […]

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Dubai’s status as the new home of Herculean men and their staggering displays of strength is set to receive a major boost in the coming months as the Hungarian “Popeye”, Zsolt Sinka, attempts to create several new Guinness World Records. The world’s strongest men, including Game of Thrones star Hafthor Bjornsson, were in Dubai last […]

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Canadian University Dubai EnSEmble, UAE’s first Choir for People of Determination, has been invited to perform at the 11th World Choir Games taking place in Belgium in July 2020, according to Canadian University Dubai (CUD), founder and sponsor of the choir. The World Choir Games, launched in 2000, is the world’s largest international choir festival […]

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In a bid to evaluate its readiness for the upcoming Dubai Expo 2020, leadership of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) recently conducted field visits to all its key Heritage and culture sites across Dubai. Her Excellency Hala Badri, Director General of Dubai Culture, along with heads of departments met with the staff at […]

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More than 200 start-ups across New Delhi and Bengaluru expressed their interest in entering the Dubai market during a roadshow organised recently by the Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. A total of 10 shortlisted start-ups in both cities were given the opportunity to pitch their businesses to […]

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Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline & Group, Dubai Quality Group Conclude the Ideas Arabia 14th International Conference & Competition 2019. The conference this year was held under the theme of “Ideas Owners, […]

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Jumeirah Village Circler (JVC) boasts of several affordable luxurious gated community houses, with state-of-the-art facilities promising residents and potential home seekers a living experience like no other. The family-centric housing community includes beautifully outlined residential spaces equipped with luxurious amenities providing residents with the opportunity to indulge in several activities aimed at giving them a […]

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Emirates Aviation University yesterday celebrated its 29th graduation ceremony, honouring more than 220 students. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive Emirates Airline and Group awarded degrees across multiple disciplines. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group, […]

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Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, recently kicked off its first-ever roadshow in New Delhi and Bangalore which attracted strong participation and interest from high-potential Indian startups that are keen to enter the Dubai market. The three-day roadshow, organised in cooperation with Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus (Dtec), a wholly-owned […]

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Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, Dubai will be hosting the first Accessible Tourism International Summit from November 5 to 6th at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre […]

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Registration is now open for the first ever, City Half Marathon taking place in the heart of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the destination where business and lifestyle meets and the official venue partner for the event. The half marathon will take place during the annual 30-day Dubai Fitness Challenge. Scheduled for Friday 25th October […]

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Abdulla Basti, Secretary-General of the Executive Council of Dubai, today stressed that Dubai is focused on its efforts to take a leadership position across a number of key strategic sectors by strengthening its partnerships with international cities. This came off the back of a meeting between Abdullah Basti and a high-ranking delegation from Shenzhen City, […]

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Dubai Investments PJSC [DFM: DIC], the leading, diversified investments company listed on the Dubai Financial Market, has announced that the construction of the steadily progressing Mirdif Hills project, in Mirdif, being developed by the subsidiary Dubai Investments Real Estate Company [DIRC] will commence handover in July 2019 as scheduled. With the phase 1 of the […]

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Expo 2020 Dubai is proving to be a boon for small- and medium-sized businesses, SMEs, investing AED2.4 billion in the sector to date and signaling more contracts will come as it progresses to the next phase of delivery. The first World Expo ever to be held in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia has […]

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Everyone’s favourite family festival is back, bigger and better. The 22nd edition of the Dubai Summer Surprises returns from June 21 until August 3.       Majid Al Futtaim Shopping Malls in Dubai invite residents and tourists to take advantage of the massive discounts, live entertainment and family activities throughout summer. It’s the perfect time to spruce […]

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Two GEMS Education schools, The Millennium School and GEMS Jumeirah Primary School have collectively raised AED 500,000 for Dubai Cares ‘Adopt a School’ initiative, which will go towards the establishment of new community-based schools in Nepal and Cambodia. His Excellency, Dr. Tariq Al Gurg, Chief Executive Officer at Dubai Cares said: “It’s overwhelming to see […]

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As the school gates close, the long, hot summer can only mean one thing – it’s summer camp time! Why not scrap your usual summer vacation plans and take the whole family to camp? IKEA is stepping things up a notch with its exciting Summer Academy IKEA understands the importance of family time and bonding […]

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Dubai CommerCity, the region’s first dedicated e-commerce free zone, is taking part in the 2019 edition of the SIL and eDelivery Barcelona Expo & Congress, being held from June 26-28 at Fira de Barcelona Montjuïc site. Through its participation, Dubai CommerCity will demonstrate the wealth of opportunities available to those looking to operate in the […]

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Indian national and working mother of three, Gracy Kutty Chacko struck luck as the mega winner of this year’s summer promotion launched by UAE Exchange, a leading financial services brand in the United Arab Emirates. It was a dream come true for the UAE resident of 10 years, who works as a nurse in Al […]

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Younata, a 25-year old family investment company based in the UAE, announced today the launch of TasteBuds Group, a dedicated Food & Beverage (F&B) arm of the company.  Younata established TasteBuds in anticipation of an agreement to open multiple Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers restaurants throughout the Middle East. “We are pleased to announce that […]

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Sobha Realty, the leading premium real estate developer, has announced the launch of One Park Avenue, its latest residential tower at the eight-million-square-foot Sobha Hartland development in Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City. Set amidst a lush green landscape, One Park Avenue seeks to reimagine new-age living through a sustainable lens. Designed to capture the […]

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Dubai Internet City (DIC), the Middle East’s leading technology business community, will be home to the regional headquarter for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) of Tencent Games, the world’s leading games platform. Tencent Games was launched in 2003, and has since grown into a leading global platform for game development, publishing and operation. […]

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Meraas Leisure and Entertainment have teamed up with DTCM for this year’s Dubai Summer Surprises, offering up to a 60% discount to a host of Dubai’s most loved leisure destinations. Throughout the Dubai Summer Surprises three-day super sale, which will run from 1st to 3rd July 2019, Meraas Leisure and Entertainment will be offering two summer pass […]

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Today the Global Financial Innovation Network (GFiN) published a report highlighting the efforts of the international community of regulators, including the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), in driving global FinTech innovation and cross-border testing of innovative ideas. Titled “GFiN – One Year On”, the report details the GFiN’s many activities over the past year, the […]

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As the mercury soars this summer, beat the heat at MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, the Middle East’s largest Hollywood-inspired theme park. MOTIONGATE™ Dubai is offering a limited time promotion to upgrade your one-day park ticket to a Summer Pass for free, with unrestricted entry to the park till 14th September. This is an unbeatable one-time offer for […]

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Noor Bank, one of the leading Shari’ah-compliant banks in the UAE, has enriched its customer loyalty program with the launch of the Noor Bank Infinity Treats app as part of its wider loyalty platform. With this new feature, the bank aims to enhance user experience and deliver a more seamless and well-rounded rewards proposition. Noor […]

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Only weeks after the launch of Prime, UAE Prime members will now have the chance to get epic deals for Amazon’s longest Prime Day ever. Prime Day starts at midnight on Monday, July 15 and – for the first time ever – runs for 48 hours, offering members two full days of the best in […]

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At its first biannual city briefing event held at the InterContinental Dubai Festival City last week, Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Dubai Tourism, provided a positive outlook of the industry to leading stakeholders and partners. Led by Helal Saeed Almarri, Director-General of Dubai Tourism, the city briefing is part of regular industry engagements […]

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The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre, DMCC, has announced the dates for the upcoming Dubai Diamond Conference. The fourth edition of the conference will take place on 26th September 2019, at the Almas Conference Centre in Dubai. The one-day event will gather global industry professionals to discuss the impact of technological innovation on the diamond industry, […]

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As summer break approaches, Hub Zero prepares to host the greatest edutainment-focused summer camp offering in the region. Meraas’s Leisure and Entertainment Summer Camp is aimed at children three to ten years of age and will offer fantastic opportunities for children to engage and enhance their skills. The fun is not limited to Hub Zero, […]

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Dubai is set to further enhance its reputation as one of the leading global MICE destinations in the world, by hosting the next edition of Meetings Design Week. The certified three-day event, being supported by Dubai Business Events, the city’s official convention bureau and the ICCA Middle East Chapter, will take place in Jumeirah Emirates […]

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Construction consultancy Jacobs Mace has been named Expo 2020 Dubai’s Official Programme Delivery Management Provider, strengthening an already successful relationship and supporting Expo’s ambition to deliver a worldclass site that will attract 25 million visits. Since its appointment as Project Management Consultant in January 2015, the syndicate has been part of the team responsible for […]

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BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the premier Bollywood-themed park, part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, is hosting famous Indian stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra on July 12th. Kunal is known for his outstanding sense of humour and popular comedy podcast Shut Up Ya Kunal! He will perform inside the Rajmahal […]

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Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA), has partnered with The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE), the world’s largest non-profit entrepreneurial organisation, to help Indian FinTechs scale their businesses across the region. Throughout a two-day programme, DIFC met with 17 FinTech startups from Mumbai to understand […]

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Andrea Pavan took a giant step towards a second appearance at the season-ending DP World Tour Championship after rocketing up the European Tour’s Race to Dubai Rankings with an impressive play-off victory over Matt Fitzpatrick at the BMW International Open. The Italian, who secured his first European Tour title last year at the D+D Real […]

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Thirteen UAE-based volunteers have returned to Dubai following a life-changing volunteering experience in the southeastern African country of Malawi. The group, which was chosen following a rigorous selection process, took part in “Volunteer Globally”, the popular volunteering initiative by Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives. The volunteers spent a week […]

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The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre, DMCC, has welcomed 1,868 new companies to its free zone in 2018, marking a 12 percent growth compared to 2017. The construction of Uptown Dubai, DMCCs new district, is also well underway to accommodate the demand for additional space, DMCC announced. “We have established our position as the preferred free […]

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This DSS, enjoy the ultimate beach experience without going outside as Dubai Marina Mall’s Indoor Beach Party is back! Until, August 3 Dubai Marina Mall will be transformed into a glorious beach party and everyone’s invited. The kid friendly beach party will be packed with carnival games, arts and crafts, a ball pit, and a […]

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Gaggan Mudgal, the veteran UAE Radio Host is all set to tickle Dubai audiences with his dose of comedy through his upcoming live performance “Radio Dekkh”. Scheduled to take place on Friday, June 28, 2019 at Emirates Theatre, Emirates International School, Jumeirah, Dubai, the show with its funny take on situations faced by RJ’s in […]

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Mark your diaries! The ultimate Filipino bash – Kabayan Weekend is set to land at Laguna Waterpark on Friday the 28th and Saturday the 29th of June. Kabayan Weekend will run from 5pm – 10pm with tickets to Laguna Waterpark drastically reduced to just AED 49 per person across the weekend.

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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has expressed satisfaction with the achievements of UAE horses at the Royal Ascot horse race, which is considered Britain’s most popular race meeting. H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid received the winning trophy from Queen Elizabeth II of the United […]

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This summer, Emaar Entertainment assures the little ones exhilarating adventures at its summer camps. From learning the art of fashion to becoming a marine biologist, as well honing dancing and singing skills, children will have an array of meaningful and activity-based experiences. KidZania® Zummer Camp At the KidZania® Zummer Camp, kids can follow their individual […]

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The Public Libraries Department of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is all set to launch this year’s edition of its annual summer camp themed ‘Our summer is art & culture’, which is scheduled from 14th July to 8th August 2019. The camp is a unique package of advanced and innovative programs designed to […]

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Dubai Land Department (DLD), in coordination and cooperation with the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA), granted golden visas to 20 investors belonging to 12 nationalities, whose value of direct real estate investments exceeded AED 200 million. This came during a ceremony held at DLD in the presence of HE Major General Mohammed […]

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The UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, MoCCAE, and the South Korean Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, MoTIE, hosted a joint workshop on cleaner production practices for the industrial sector in Dubai. Drawing the participation of specialists from the government, industry, and academia, the event took place within the framework of the Memorandum […]

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Want to eat your way to the feeling of victory? Sounds too good to be true, right? Not at City Centre Deira. The mall has collaborated with Jelly Belly ice cream to create a unique flavour packed with ingredients that will instantly elevate your mood by increasing your serotonin and dopamine levels, also called the […]

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Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd. today announced its 1H 2019 key strategic and operational highlights for its leasing division, DAE Capital: Strategic and operational highlights: Delivered and committed to deliver over US$1.1 billion in aircraft assets Grew managed assets portfolio to 51 aircraft valued at US$1.3 billion Boosted liquidity by adding a new US$440 million […]

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The UAE’s ambitious waste diversion goals can be achieved if more businesses make waste management a top priority within their organisations and adopt best international practices industry experts explained during a workshop recently hosted at Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The workshop, organised by member companies of the Dubai Chamber Sustainability Network’s Task Force […]

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 The Mohammed bin Rashid Initiative for Global Prosperity (the Global Prosperity Initiative), an initiative of the Global Manufacturing and Industrialisation Summit(GMIS), today revealed the four winners of its Global Maker Challenge. The four winners and twelve runners-up each received a signed certificate of accomplishment by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of […]

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Families can enjoy even more fun, games and great savings during this year’s Dubai Summer Surprises thanks to Meraas Leisure and Entertainment and DTCM. Visitors and residents flocking to the annual festival of shopping and entertainment can enjoy a fantastic 60% discount on summer passes to Merass’ most popular attractions – City Walk and La […]

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Dubai Industrial City, one of the largest industrial hubs in the region and a member of TECOM Group, has partnered with Baofeng Grain Mills LLC, part of the Chinese Baofeng Grain & Oil Group, to open the region’s first fresh rice noodle factory. China is one of the UAE’s top trade partners, along with India, […]

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Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, has launched the region’s first ‘People of Determination Advisory Panel’, in a move to ensure its customer offering is inclusive for all members of the UAE community, and in line with the UAE government’s efforts to empower and […]

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Following the widespread success of the initiative, Dubai Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD) has announced the second phase of the Meals of Hope campaign, which was launched last Ramadan in cooperation with food delivery platform Zomato. As many as 3,189 free-of-charge meals were distributed in Al Quoz area of Dubai during the Holy […]

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Arabian Automobiles, the flagship company of the AW Rostamani Group and the exclusive distributor for Nissan in Dubai, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates is pleased to announce the launch of a new raffle draw on the Nissan GT-R, the first in the region, in collaboration with Dubai Duty Free. Travellers are invited to take pictures […]

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Azizi Developments, one of the leading private developers in the UAE, achieved an impressive milestone of over 50% completion of Azizi Mina, its flagship residential development in The Palm Jumeirah. Highlighting the company’s commitment to on-schedule delivery, especially as it marks 2019 the Year of Construction, Azizi Developments aims to hand over 178 residences that […]

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Well-known singer-composer Quratulain Balouch is set to dazzle visitors with her performance at BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the premier Bollywood-themed park, part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region. Quratulain Balouch, the popular Pakistani singer, composer and a songwriter, who is known for her famous track Woh Humsafar Tha, […]

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Emirates’ passengers bound for the US will soon be able to enjoy Wi-Fi, mobile service connectivity and Live TV broadcast, even when flying 40,000 feet over the North Pole and Arctic circle. Emirates has led the world with inflight connectivity, with every aircraft connected for Wi-Fi, voice and SMS services. However on its flights to […]

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Designed by Schwitzke & Partner, the Easa Saleh Al Gurg (ESAG) Group showroom, or the Design Hub, is a hybrid space built on approximately 10764 sqft. It’s meant to cater to people like landlords, contractors, customers and even designers based in the Dubai Design District (d3). The showroom project is meant to connect with the […]

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Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, is continuing to prioritise the ease of doing business with the introduction of new licencing categories and fees designed to make establishing businesses within the Centre easier and more affordable. Four new licencing categories were […]

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Live by the longest Venetian-style canal pool in Dubai and enjoy an all-round waterfront lifestyle at the Seashore (Sirdhana by Emaar) residences launched in Mina Rashid, the new Riviera-style coastal destination set in the historic port of Dubai. Following its unveiling in May by Emaar, the developer of icons, and P&O Marinas, a subsidiary of […]

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Dubai Airports has launched a high-tech system that monitors airport operations in real-time and visualises traffic flows to support consistently smooth operations at Dubai International, DXB. The cloud-based platform, titled ‘realtimeDXB’, gathers data generated by more than 50 operational systems, including those of Dubai Airports and its many service partners. It uses this information to […]

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Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with DP World UAE Region to collaborate on the Digital Silk Road, a Dubai 10X initiative which is expected to be launched by 2020. The Digital Silk Road is a smart digital platform which utilises blockchain technology to […]

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Dubai Land Department (DLD), represented by its regulatory arm Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) — the regulatory entity for the owners’ associations (OA) — signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with United Bank Limited (UBL) – UAE to manage and service OA accounts. HE Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of DLD, said: “Freehold areas […]

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Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA), one of the UAE’s leading free zones, has stepped up efforts to attract new business and foreign direct investment (FDI) from China following official Chinese delegation visits this week. Jamal Bin Marghoob, Senior Director of Sales at DAFZA along with  senior officials welcomed the delegation from the China Council for […]

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Emirates has partnered with world-renowned hotel providers to offer its passengers travelling to and through Dubai attractive summer rates in some of the UAE’s most prestigious hotels. Customers who purchase an Emirates ticket and travel from now until 30 September 2019 can enjoy exclusive summer hotel rates in any of the properties within Accor, Armani […]

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Prague, Czech Republic: Public and private sector players attending the Czech-UAE Business Forum 2019 in Prague called for businesses in the two countries to explore new partnership opportunities in key sectors of mutual interest such as smart city solutions, manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, tourism and artificial intelligence, which can support the strategic vision of both governments. […]

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Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Authority, the entity responsible for the operations and management of the leading financial hub for the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region with a wealth and asset management market of USD 424 billion, has strengthened its leadership team to drive its ongoing journey towards becoming a next generation […]

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Dubai Real Estate Institute (DREI), the educational arm of Dubai Land Department (DLD), recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Abu Dhabi Vocational Education and Training Institute (ADVETI). The MoU represents an aspect of existing cooperation through government institutions between the two Emirates. The MoU seeks to establish cooperation in areas of common interest […]

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dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, has opened a new airport lounge at Dubai International (DXB) to enhance young flyers’ travel experience. The newest dnata facility has been designed and launched exclusively for unaccompanied minors, whose safety, security and comfort are ensured by dnata’s specially trained team at the airport. Located at […]

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Hala China celebrated its first anniversary in style last week with the signing of six collaboration agreements that will launch a host of unique activations in Dubai throughout 2019 and 2020. The exclusive event, held at Burj Al Arab Jumeirah in Dubai, drew the participation of His Excellency Li Xuhang, Consul-General of the People’s Republic […]

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The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has adopted a new dental hybrid appointment model that enables patients to book their appointments across all DHA dental facilities through three options: walk-ins, booking through the call centre (800342) or through the authority’s medical records platform. The new model aims to reduce the customer’s waiting time to 20 minutes instead of […]

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Jon Rahm soared to the top of the European Tour’s Race to Dubai after sensationally securing a record third Rolex Series title at the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open at Lahinch Golf Club, County Clare, Ireland. The 24 year old, who won the event in 2017 along with the season-ending DP World Tour Championship later […]

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Jon Rahm secured his fourth European Tour title and a second Dubai Duty Free Irish Open crown in fine style with a closing eight under par 62 sealing a two-stroke victory over Bernd Wiesberger and Andy Sullivan at Lahinch Golf Club, County Clare, Ireland. The 24 year old, who adds a third Rolex Series event […]

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Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, is hosting another edition of its Summer Literacy Camp between the 7th of July and the 8th of August 2019. The 5-days-a-week summer camp is taking place at Uptown School in Mirdif, in partnership with Rawafed Development and Learning Centre in Dubai, and is […]

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Representatives from government entities have discussed how they can best contribute to Expo 2020 Dubai during a series of workshops in Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah and Sharjah, as excitement continues to build for the first World Expo ever staged in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region. The sessions spread the message of […]

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Dubai Land Department (DLD), aiming to benefit its customers, announced the opening of a Customer Training Centre at its headquarters Customer Happiness Centre. This initiative seeks to strengthen strategic partnership with DLD’s partners and raise the level of customer awareness on the various services provided by DLD. The initiative will also help and train customers […]

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His Excellency Saif Humaid Al Falasi, ENOC’s Group CEO has received an honorary degree of Doctor of Engineering by Heriot-Watt University in Dubai for his four decades of significant contribution to the energy industry in the region. Professor Richard A. Williams OBE, Principal & Vice-Chancellor of Heriot-Watt University, Dubai Campus, said: “We are honoured to bestow upon […]

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Amateur golfers up and down the UAE are gearing up for the return of the 2019 DP World Tour Championship ‘Luckiest Ball on Earth’ competition which gets underway in September. The innovative series gives local players the chance of a ‘once in a lifetime’ golfing experience alongside the stars of the European Tour at the […]

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Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates has won a number of international accolades since the start of 2019, in recognition of the outstanding quality of the air cargo services it provides to its customers. The air cargo carrier consolidated its leadership position in the global air cargo industry by winning five prestigious awards. Two […]

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This summer, several business partners of Dubai Design District (d3) will host a series of short courses, workshops, training sessions and talks for residents and visitors. The course providers include Inscape, a training institute that specialises in design and creative industries, Re:Urban Studio, a co-working space for creative individuals, the Dubai Institute of Design and […]

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On 21 June The Outlet Village Jebel Ali, the Mediterranean-inspired indoor outlet village by Meraas, kicked off its annual Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) celebrations. Running until 3 August, the Tuscan-inspired retail destination is offering crazy discounts on high-end brands, an all-new Summer Camp for the kids and opportunities to bag some amazing prizes. Bursting with […]

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Nothing captures Dubai’s impressive skyline and landmarks like a helicopter ride. Check in at FlyHigh Dubai’s five-star helipad and heli-lounge at Atlantis The Palm and fly over the city’s magnificent attractions for an unforgettable experience with the ‘Heli & Sightseeing’ package. Combine leisure with luxury and landmarks with Dubai City Tour and Abu Dhabi City […]

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“Artezaar” founded by two women, Teena Thawani  and Leena Kewlani, both are self taught Artists on a mission to make Art accessible to all. The website was initially conceptualized because being artists themselves, they faced a struggle to sell and showcase their work. The website aims to  support the Artist community of UAE and to […]

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Two promising Indian startups from New Delhi and Bangalore were named as the winners of a prestigious competition organised by Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus (Dtec), the largest hub of its kind in the region and wholly-owned by Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), which was held during the recent Dubai Startup Hub roadshow to India. ShipsKart, […]

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The world’s most visited retail and lifestyle destination and the flagship of Emaar Malls, The Dubai Mall, has added yet another hat to its luxury portfolio with the launch of Golden Goose, the Italian handmade sneakers brand. Golden Goose has set its presence in the UAE with its first flagship store exclusively at The Dubai […]

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Letswork, the UAE’s largest community of co-working spaces and a start-up rolled out by e25, Emaar’s in-house innovation lab, now brings a women’s only co-working space to Dubai. Partnering with hotels, cafes and business centres, Letswork offers over 30 co-working spaces in central locations across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ajman where digital nomads are free […]

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Emirates has announced that it will resume flights to Khartoum, the capital of Sudan, from 08 July, 2019. The daily service between Dubai and Khartoum, will once again provide both business and leisure travellers in Sudan, global connectivity through the airline’s network, particularly to destinations in the Middle East, West Asia, United States and the […]

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Emirates is offering UAE travellers a chance to book a short getaway in First and Business Class and explore its extensive network this summer. Solo travellers and families can enjoy an exciting break in Hong Kong, Paris, Sydney and many more destinations. Travelers can also fly back home to visit family during the summer to […]

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Emirates has launched its new four times weekly service to Porto, its second destination in Portugal. The new service provides travellers from across Emirates’ global network with a direct flight to the popular city in the north of the country. The inaugural flight, EK197, touched down at the city’s international airport on Tuesday afternoon, marking […]

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Internationally-minded professionals seeking career progression, financial security and a great place to raise a family increasingly rank the United Arab Emirates as the world’s best place to live and work, according to the HSBC Expat Annual League Table. Young professionals are a particular driver of the UAEs’ ranking in HSBC’s 12th Expat Explorer survey, with […]

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Master developer Nakheel is adding another stunning, landmark attraction to Dubai’s recreation and leisure scene with The View at The Palm, a public observation deck towering 240 metres above the world-famous Palm Jumeirah. Accessible from Nakheel Mall, the observatory will offer spectacular, uninterrupted views of The Palm, the Arabian Gulf and the Dubai skyline, and reveal the incredible story behind […]

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The huge potential of new technologies, such as augmented reality and artificial intelligence, will be best achieved by engaging and educating people on its capabilities and collaborating to ensure it is used for the global good. That was the focus of the latest in Expo 2020 Dubai’s World Majlis series, attended by His Excellency Mansoor […]

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Registration for the biggest cycle challenge in the Middle East, the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge is now open – taking place on Friday, November 29 with three supporting Build-Up rides in the lead-up to the main event. The popular sporting event is celebrating 10 years of cycling this year and in recognition of this special milestone, […]

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Over 1,200 employee volunteers participated in Dubai Chamber’s Give & Gain Week 2019, dedicating 4,700 hours and benefitting 1,200 individuals in the process. The week-long event held on April 7th-11th was organised for the ninth consecutive year as part of the Chamber’s Engage Dubai corporate volunteering programme in line its efforts to support the Year […]

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Dubai Land Department (DLD) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Tanami Properties (TP) through which DLD will support the Manzili initiative launched by TP. The MoU aims to strengthen the strategic partnership between the public and private sectors, achieving public interest to develop Dubai’s real estate market. HE Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General […]

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July marks International Picnic Month, and with the summer heat really kicking in, there’s no better place to celebrate than with everyone’s favourite Purple dinosaur at Mattel Play! Town. Mark your diaries, as the team are busy prepping their picnic baskets for the renowned Picnic with Barney & Friends which is set to take place on Friday […]

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 Nasdaq Dubai and Samruk-Kazyna JSC today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote international awareness of investment opportunities in Kazakhstan and explore market access. Samruk-Kazyna JSC, Kazakhstan’s sovereign wealth fund, and Nasdaq Dubai, the region’s international financial exchange, will also work together to promote Islamic capital markets products and solutions and enhance the financial markets overall […]

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Dubai Land Department (DLD) announced the launch of the Real Estate Investment Opportunities (REIOs) initiative during a press conference held yesterday. The new initiative is a new way to attract investors from all economic sectors. Before the launch of the project, a feasibility study was conducted, and the most prominent international experiences and local and […]

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Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced that it has joined more than 450 other chambers of commerce from around the world in signing the Chambers Climate Coalition, a groundbreaking global initiative that aims to take bold and collective climate action. The Coalition, unveiled during the 11th World Chambers Congress in Rio de Janeiro […]

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Dubai ranked first in the Arab world and 11th globally in ‘Future Readiness’ in 2019, according to the ‘Global Competitiveness of Talent’ report issued by the Institute for Administrative Development in Switzerland in cooperation with the Dubai Competitiveness Office in the Department of Economic Development (DED). The report evaluated various cities worldwide around three main […]

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The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) accepted four FinTech firms into its 2019 Summer Innovation Testing Licence (ITL) Cohort following the evaluation of a number of applications. These four firms can now apply for an ITL, with the first batch of licences expected to be granted by the DFSA in October of this year. Invitations […]

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ASGC, one of the leading construction groups in the UAE, has been appointed to construct the new Dubai Cruise Terminal at Dubai Harbour, the first ever dedicated cruise port in the region, which when complete, will be the most advanced of its kind in the region. Located in the heart of Dubai, in the vibrant […]

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This summer give your wardrobe a whole new look with unmissable offers ranging from 25-75%  discount across a breadth of fashion and lifestyle outlets at The Dubai Mall as well as fun-filled activities for all the family. The much-awaited Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) is in full swing and The Dubai Mall is making sure that […]

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Emirates is giving travellers to and from Oman more choice, comfort and luxury with the first arrivals of its double daily A380 services to Muscat.  Flights EK 862 and EK 864 were each welcomed with water cannon salutes upon arrival, ushering in the new services to Oman’s capital, Muscat. Sheikh Majid Al Mualla, Divisional Senior […]

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Emirates’ inaugural flight to Porto departed this morning from Dubai International Airport, with a VIP delegation on board the flight. Flanked by Emirates Cabin Crew, from left to right are: Gil Azevedo, Senior Vice President Head of Consumer Banking, Emirates Islamic Bank; Jose Silva, Chief Executive Officer, Jumeirah Group; His Excellency Joaquim Moreira De Lemos, […]

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Dubai Studio City has announced its strategic partnership with the National Media Council, NMC, to support CineMENA, a platform dedicated to celebrating the art of content and fostering local and regional talent. The collaboration seeks to empower creative individuals to build their careers and compete internationally. Through a series of industry-specific workshops held at in5 […]

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Union Cooperative, the largest Consumer Cooperative in the UAE announced that all UAE citizens will soon be able to buy their shares and investing in Union Coop. H.E. Majid Hamad Rahma Al Shamsi, Chairman of Union Coop said: “This decision is a result of continuous efforts made by the Board of Directors over the past […]

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Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and Perlin, making it the first chamber of commerce in the world to offer innovative blockchain solutions developed by ICC and Perlin’s Centre of Future Trade (CoFT) to its members and […]

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Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has endorsed a three-phase 10-year plan to improve marine transport services on Dubai Water Canal 2020-2030. The plan envisages upgrading marine transit services on Dubai Water Canal to keep pace with the urban development on the two shores of the Canal. “The initial phase covers a short-term plan 2019-2020, which already started in April. It […]

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ShuiQi Spa at Atlantis, The Palm announces the launch of a summer Pamper Me package, offering UAE residents a relaxing day at Atlantis, The Palm including a massage, beach, pool access and lunch. Valid between 8th June and 8th September and available daily, the package, in collaboration with Aromatherapy Associates promises to take guests to a world away […]

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A delegation led by Dr. Tariq Al Gurg, Chief Executive Officer at Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, recently completed a field visit to Peru to monitor the progress of two programs currently being implemented in the country. During the visit, Dubai Cares announced the second phase of its “Social […]

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Orikami Lab, the Dubai-based Design Innovation Hub, has led a full-scale transformation of the brand experience for Spectrum Watches, one of the oldest watch brands originating from the region. They collaborated on delivering a scalable and livable design system and narrative for the brand. The need to move with Dubai’s evolution from a trading hub […]

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Christiaan Bezuidenhout has all but sealed his spot in the season-ending DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates as he climbed up to ninth in the Race to Dubai Rankings after picking up his first EuropeanTour title in emphatic style with a six-stroke triumph at the Estrella Damm N.A. Andalucía Masters hosted by the […]

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The City Readiness Committee to host Expo 2020 Dubai, chaired by His Excellency Mohammed Ibrahim Al Shaibani, Director General of His Highness The Ruler’s Court of Dubai, has held its third meeting at Expo 2020 Dubai headquarters to discuss preparations for the largest ever event held in the region. The meeting was attended by committee […]

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Arcadia Education has announced a formidable partnership with one of the top American private schools, Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (SCH), to introduce its nationally recognised entrepreneurial programme at Arcadia’s secondary school in Dubai. The Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership (CEL) is one of the Springside Chesnut Hill’s signature programmes and is committed to developing an entrepreneurial […]

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Dubai’s non-oil trade with Ukraine nearly doubled over between 2016 and 2018 to reach $571 million last year, while Ukrainian agricultural and metal exports dominated trade volumes. Signalling expanding ties between businesses in Ukraine and Dubai, the trade figures were recently revealed at the 5th National Export Forum in Kiev, Ukraine, where representatives from Dubai […]

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Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has made structuring and financing faster, economical, and more flexible. Under a newly introduced regime, structures such as Intermediate Special Purpose Vehicles (ISPVs) and Special Purpose Companies (SPCs) will now be classified as Prescribed Companies. […]

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Dubai Exports, the export promotion agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai, led a group of food & beverage companies in the UAE to SIAL China, the largest food event in Asia, as part of its strategy to promote diverse exports as well as re-exports through Dubai and support local exporters expand […]

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The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Smart Dubai to collaborate on organisation-wide smart transformation initiatives spearheaded by Smart Dubai. The MoU was digitally signed by Waleed Saeed Al Awadhi, Chief Operating Officer of the DFSA, and H.E Wesam Lootah, Chief Executive Officer of Smart Dubai Government Establishment making […]

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wasl properties, a subsidiary of wasl Asset Management Group, announced the launch of its ‘wasl oasis III’ development into the market. The project, located in Muhaisnah, will offer 253 units and comes as part of wasl’s strategy to provide affordable housing options in established areas of Dubai, following the successful launch of two previous buildings […]

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The summer holidays are less than two weeks away and thanks to the plenty of fantastic offers on the (totally free to download) Sunsational Summer App by Meraas, there’s no need to fret about the kids being stuck inside the house all day. From wild waterparks to exciting edutainment spaces, here are 10 fabulous options […]

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Beam Unplugged – the month-long acoustic competition that has taken over Barasti’s House of Whatever throughout June is set to host the final, this Tuesday 2 July. Throughout June, undiscovered musicians have been battling it out through four challenging rounds on the Barasti stage in front of three industry judges in a quest to take home the grand […]

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The Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, has endorsed an initiative to transform 90 percent of limousines operating in Dubai into environmental-friendly vehicles, hybrid/electric, by 2026. The initiative is the first of its kind worldwide in the semi-total conversion of the limousine fleet into green vehicles. According to the plan, which […]

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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, issued directives to launch the next edition of the World Government Summit at Expo 2020 Dubai in November 22-25, 2020. The exceptional “World Government Summit- Expo 2020” will be the biggest gathering yet since its inception […]

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Sobha Realty, the leading premium real estate developer, welcomed yoga enthusiasts to its first Luna Fest event at the Sobha Hartland community to mark the launch of its latest residential tower, One Park Avenue. The evening yoga session, led by Steph Mullet, a certified Vinyasa Yoga instructor and personal trainer who advocates mindfulness, peace and […]

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Dubai Land Department (DLD) announced its achievement of the ‘Ideas Arabia 2019’ award, an addition to its track record of many local and international accomplishments, after taking first place in the “Productivity” category for its ‘Building Survey and Classification’ initiative. HE Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of DLD, said: “We are proud of this […]

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Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, hosted a session today to discuss the enhancements and implications of the newly enacted DIFC employment law. Taking place in the DIFC Conference Centre, the session with Jacques Visser, Chief Legal Officer, DIFC Authority; Gordon […]

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Emirates SkyCargo has announced the appointment of Alyazeya Saeed and Fatma Ahli to the key positions of Cargo Managers of Oman and Kuwait respectively. The two appointees, who graduated from Emirates SkyCargo’s Commercial Management Programme, will manage the airline’s cargo operations in the two countries. With the new appointments, Emirates SkyCargo will be utilising UAE […]

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Mai Dubai celebrated their five-year anniversary this weekend with an announcement that it will be converting all their operations to solar energy before the end of this year. The announcement was made by Mai Dubai’s CEO, Mr. Alexander van ‘t Riet in his speech to the company’s key customers and suppliers at the Four Seasons […]

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After more than 25 years in the region with a longstanding forte in building materials, retail, real estate, manufacturing, and home furnishings and interior solution – The Danube Group is now entering the Hospitality industry with a milestone announcement of Danube Hospitality Solutions. This new business vertical is designed to exclusively cater to the growing […]

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Dubai’s status as the new home of Herculean men and their staggering displays of strength is set to receive a major boost in the coming months as the Hungarian “Popeye”, Zsolt Sinka, attempts to create several new Guinness World Records. The world’s strongest men, including Game of Thrones star Hafthor Bjornsson, were in Dubai last […]

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Canadian University Dubai EnSEmble, UAE’s first Choir for People of Determination, has been invited to perform at the 11th World Choir Games taking place in Belgium in July 2020, according to Canadian University Dubai (CUD), founder and sponsor of the choir. The World Choir Games, launched in 2000, is the world’s largest international choir festival […]

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In a bid to evaluate its readiness for the upcoming Dubai Expo 2020, leadership of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) recently conducted field visits to all its key Heritage and culture sites across Dubai. Her Excellency Hala Badri, Director General of Dubai Culture, along with heads of departments met with the staff at […]

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More than 200 start-ups across New Delhi and Bengaluru expressed their interest in entering the Dubai market during a roadshow organised recently by the Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. A total of 10 shortlisted start-ups in both cities were given the opportunity to pitch their businesses to […]

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Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline & Group, Dubai Quality Group Conclude the Ideas Arabia 14th International Conference & Competition 2019. The conference this year was held under the theme of “Ideas Owners, […]

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Jumeirah Village Circler (JVC) boasts of several affordable luxurious gated community houses, with state-of-the-art facilities promising residents and potential home seekers a living experience like no other. The family-centric housing community includes beautifully outlined residential spaces equipped with luxurious amenities providing residents with the opportunity to indulge in several activities aimed at giving them a […]

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Emirates Aviation University yesterday celebrated its 29th graduation ceremony, honouring more than 220 students. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive Emirates Airline and Group awarded degrees across multiple disciplines. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group, […]

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Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, recently kicked off its first-ever roadshow in New Delhi and Bangalore which attracted strong participation and interest from high-potential Indian startups that are keen to enter the Dubai market. The three-day roadshow, organised in cooperation with Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus (Dtec), a wholly-owned […]

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Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, Dubai will be hosting the first Accessible Tourism International Summit from November 5 to 6th at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre […]

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Registration is now open for the first ever, City Half Marathon taking place in the heart of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the destination where business and lifestyle meets and the official venue partner for the event. The half marathon will take place during the annual 30-day Dubai Fitness Challenge. Scheduled for Friday 25th October […]

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Abdulla Basti, Secretary-General of the Executive Council of Dubai, today stressed that Dubai is focused on its efforts to take a leadership position across a number of key strategic sectors by strengthening its partnerships with international cities. This came off the back of a meeting between Abdullah Basti and a high-ranking delegation from Shenzhen City, […]

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Dubai Investments PJSC [DFM: DIC], the leading, diversified investments company listed on the Dubai Financial Market, has announced that the construction of the steadily progressing Mirdif Hills project, in Mirdif, being developed by the subsidiary Dubai Investments Real Estate Company [DIRC] will commence handover in July 2019 as scheduled. With the phase 1 of the […]

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Expo 2020 Dubai is proving to be a boon for small- and medium-sized businesses, SMEs, investing AED2.4 billion in the sector to date and signaling more contracts will come as it progresses to the next phase of delivery. The first World Expo ever to be held in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia has […]

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Everyone’s favourite family festival is back, bigger and better. The 22nd edition of the Dubai Summer Surprises returns from June 21 until August 3.       Majid Al Futtaim Shopping Malls in Dubai invite residents and tourists to take advantage of the massive discounts, live entertainment and family activities throughout summer. It’s the perfect time to spruce […]

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Two GEMS Education schools, The Millennium School and GEMS Jumeirah Primary School have collectively raised AED 500,000 for Dubai Cares ‘Adopt a School’ initiative, which will go towards the establishment of new community-based schools in Nepal and Cambodia. His Excellency, Dr. Tariq Al Gurg, Chief Executive Officer at Dubai Cares said: “It’s overwhelming to see […]

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As the school gates close, the long, hot summer can only mean one thing – it’s summer camp time! Why not scrap your usual summer vacation plans and take the whole family to camp? IKEA is stepping things up a notch with its exciting Summer Academy IKEA understands the importance of family time and bonding […]

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Dubai CommerCity, the region’s first dedicated e-commerce free zone, is taking part in the 2019 edition of the SIL and eDelivery Barcelona Expo & Congress, being held from June 26-28 at Fira de Barcelona Montjuïc site. Through its participation, Dubai CommerCity will demonstrate the wealth of opportunities available to those looking to operate in the […]

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Indian national and working mother of three, Gracy Kutty Chacko struck luck as the mega winner of this year’s summer promotion launched by UAE Exchange, a leading financial services brand in the United Arab Emirates. It was a dream come true for the UAE resident of 10 years, who works as a nurse in Al […]

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Younata, a 25-year old family investment company based in the UAE, announced today the launch of TasteBuds Group, a dedicated Food & Beverage (F&B) arm of the company.  Younata established TasteBuds in anticipation of an agreement to open multiple Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers restaurants throughout the Middle East. “We are pleased to announce that […]

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Sobha Realty, the leading premium real estate developer, has announced the launch of One Park Avenue, its latest residential tower at the eight-million-square-foot Sobha Hartland development in Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City. Set amidst a lush green landscape, One Park Avenue seeks to reimagine new-age living through a sustainable lens. Designed to capture the […]

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Dubai Internet City (DIC), the Middle East’s leading technology business community, will be home to the regional headquarter for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) of Tencent Games, the world’s leading games platform. Tencent Games was launched in 2003, and has since grown into a leading global platform for game development, publishing and operation. […]

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Meraas Leisure and Entertainment have teamed up with DTCM for this year’s Dubai Summer Surprises, offering up to a 60% discount to a host of Dubai’s most loved leisure destinations. Throughout the Dubai Summer Surprises three-day super sale, which will run from 1st to 3rd July 2019, Meraas Leisure and Entertainment will be offering two summer pass […]

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Today the Global Financial Innovation Network (GFiN) published a report highlighting the efforts of the international community of regulators, including the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), in driving global FinTech innovation and cross-border testing of innovative ideas. Titled “GFiN – One Year On”, the report details the GFiN’s many activities over the past year, the […]

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As the mercury soars this summer, beat the heat at MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, the Middle East’s largest Hollywood-inspired theme park. MOTIONGATE™ Dubai is offering a limited time promotion to upgrade your one-day park ticket to a Summer Pass for free, with unrestricted entry to the park till 14th September. This is an unbeatable one-time offer for […]

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Noor Bank, one of the leading Shari’ah-compliant banks in the UAE, has enriched its customer loyalty program with the launch of the Noor Bank Infinity Treats app as part of its wider loyalty platform. With this new feature, the bank aims to enhance user experience and deliver a more seamless and well-rounded rewards proposition. Noor […]

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Only weeks after the launch of Prime, UAE Prime members will now have the chance to get epic deals for Amazon’s longest Prime Day ever. Prime Day starts at midnight on Monday, July 15 and – for the first time ever – runs for 48 hours, offering members two full days of the best in […]

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At its first biannual city briefing event held at the InterContinental Dubai Festival City last week, Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Dubai Tourism, provided a positive outlook of the industry to leading stakeholders and partners. Led by Helal Saeed Almarri, Director-General of Dubai Tourism, the city briefing is part of regular industry engagements […]

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The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre, DMCC, has announced the dates for the upcoming Dubai Diamond Conference. The fourth edition of the conference will take place on 26th September 2019, at the Almas Conference Centre in Dubai. The one-day event will gather global industry professionals to discuss the impact of technological innovation on the diamond industry, […]

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As summer break approaches, Hub Zero prepares to host the greatest edutainment-focused summer camp offering in the region. Meraas’s Leisure and Entertainment Summer Camp is aimed at children three to ten years of age and will offer fantastic opportunities for children to engage and enhance their skills. The fun is not limited to Hub Zero, […]

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Dubai is set to further enhance its reputation as one of the leading global MICE destinations in the world, by hosting the next edition of Meetings Design Week. The certified three-day event, being supported by Dubai Business Events, the city’s official convention bureau and the ICCA Middle East Chapter, will take place in Jumeirah Emirates […]

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Construction consultancy Jacobs Mace has been named Expo 2020 Dubai’s Official Programme Delivery Management Provider, strengthening an already successful relationship and supporting Expo’s ambition to deliver a worldclass site that will attract 25 million visits. Since its appointment as Project Management Consultant in January 2015, the syndicate has been part of the team responsible for […]

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BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the premier Bollywood-themed park, part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, is hosting famous Indian stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra on July 12th. Kunal is known for his outstanding sense of humour and popular comedy podcast Shut Up Ya Kunal! He will perform inside the Rajmahal […]

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Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA), has partnered with The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE), the world’s largest non-profit entrepreneurial organisation, to help Indian FinTechs scale their businesses across the region. Throughout a two-day programme, DIFC met with 17 FinTech startups from Mumbai to understand […]

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Andrea Pavan took a giant step towards a second appearance at the season-ending DP World Tour Championship after rocketing up the European Tour’s Race to Dubai Rankings with an impressive play-off victory over Matt Fitzpatrick at the BMW International Open. The Italian, who secured his first European Tour title last year at the D+D Real […]

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Thirteen UAE-based volunteers have returned to Dubai following a life-changing volunteering experience in the southeastern African country of Malawi. The group, which was chosen following a rigorous selection process, took part in “Volunteer Globally”, the popular volunteering initiative by Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives. The volunteers spent a week […]

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The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre, DMCC, has welcomed 1,868 new companies to its free zone in 2018, marking a 12 percent growth compared to 2017. The construction of Uptown Dubai, DMCCs new district, is also well underway to accommodate the demand for additional space, DMCC announced. “We have established our position as the preferred free […]

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This DSS, enjoy the ultimate beach experience without going outside as Dubai Marina Mall’s Indoor Beach Party is back! Until, August 3 Dubai Marina Mall will be transformed into a glorious beach party and everyone’s invited. The kid friendly beach party will be packed with carnival games, arts and crafts, a ball pit, and a […]

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Gaggan Mudgal, the veteran UAE Radio Host is all set to tickle Dubai audiences with his dose of comedy through his upcoming live performance “Radio Dekkh”. Scheduled to take place on Friday, June 28, 2019 at Emirates Theatre, Emirates International School, Jumeirah, Dubai, the show with its funny take on situations faced by RJ’s in […]

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Mark your diaries! The ultimate Filipino bash – Kabayan Weekend is set to land at Laguna Waterpark on Friday the 28th and Saturday the 29th of June. Kabayan Weekend will run from 5pm – 10pm with tickets to Laguna Waterpark drastically reduced to just AED 49 per person across the weekend.

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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has expressed satisfaction with the achievements of UAE horses at the Royal Ascot horse race, which is considered Britain’s most popular race meeting. H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid received the winning trophy from Queen Elizabeth II of the United […]

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This summer, Emaar Entertainment assures the little ones exhilarating adventures at its summer camps. From learning the art of fashion to becoming a marine biologist, as well honing dancing and singing skills, children will have an array of meaningful and activity-based experiences. KidZania® Zummer Camp At the KidZania® Zummer Camp, kids can follow their individual […]

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