Dubai Science Park (DSP), a science and healthcare-focused business community, brought together leading experts to discuss the merits and challenges of public and private healthcare systems with the aim of determining which model works best for patients, medical services providers and the economy. The significant discussions took place as part of the sixth edition of […]

Emirates will be providing more options and choice for its customers in Riyadh with the introduction of the first scheduled Airbus A380 service to the capital city, effective 21 April 2019. Riyadh will be the 51st destination to join the Emirates A380 network. Flight EK 817/818, currently operated by a Boeing 777-300ER, will now be […]

FedEx Express, the world’s largest express transportation company and a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), has been recognized for the ninth consecutive year as one of the top places to work in the UAE.  The company has been ranked sixth, moving up four places from last year. With more than 300 organizations in the […]

Ascots and Chapel’s The British luxury couturier from Mayfair London, who specializes in creating fine, personalized and bespoke garments for discerning gentlemen partnered with Chivas for Their Crafted for Senses series, where their Whiskey connoisseur Joe Shields provided an insight into what goes into crafting the perfect whiskey. Ascots and Chapels views this partnership as […]

Al Seef, the bustling waterfront destination by Meraas, has been inspiring visitors to unleash their creativity with their vibrant art exhibition, a ‘Walk into Art, Culture and Tolerance’ . Image 1: That hump day feeling. Image 2: In-tree-guing: kids, young and old branching out to try something different at Al Seef.   Image 3: Weaving a web […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) Sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, held a workshop for suppliers, business groups and major outlets in Dubai recently to ensure that traders are fully prepared to meet the demand anticipated during Ramadan. The workshop was aimed to maintain transparency across buying and selling in […]

Ahmad Bin Shafar, CEO of Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, stressed that Empower will continue its pioneering role in the district cooling sector and its efforts to transform Dubai into a global hub for clean energy and green economy. Dubai has been named as the ‘Champion City’ […]

Emirates is introducing seasonal treats to celebrate Easter on board and in select airport lounges worldwide. The Easter menu is available to customers in all cabin classes from 19 to 23 April when travelling from Dubai to destinations in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Argentina, Brazil, South Africa, Ghana and the Philippines. Emirates will also […]

After the resounding success of “Agnes” in 2017, followed by the widely acclaimed “Carnage” in 2018, Orb Theatricals brings to you their third full-length in 2019! A poignant play about depression and its consequences, ‘Night, Mother is a 1983 Pulitzer Prize winning drama by Marsha Norman that was also nominated for the Tony Awards in […]

Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, hosted senior dignitaries HE Zurab Pololikashvili, Secretary-General, World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) and HE Mohammed Al Mheiri – Undersecretary, Minister Advisor for Tourism Affairs, greeted by Ahmed AlRayyes, Chief Retail and Hospitality Officer, DXB Entertainments to showcase the varied attractions at the destination.

Meraas today confirmed that Ain Dubai will be completed in time for Expo 2020 Dubai celebrations. Standing at over 250 metres high, the structure will be over 200 percent taller than the first ever Ferris wheel, demonstrating Meraas’ continuous desire to push the boundaries of what’s possible with modern engineering and construction.Meraas also confirmed that […]

The Gov Games – the Dubai government’s high-energy team-building challenge – is going global by adding a new category for international city teams. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, who conceived the Gov Games initiative, announced a decision to further evolve the […]

Hesham Abdulla Al Qassim, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Emirates NBD, rang the market-opening bell today at Nasdaq Dubai to celebrate the listing of US$1 billion conventional bond. The capital raised by the issue supports Emirates NBD’s regional and international business across diverse services including retail, wholesale and investment banking, private banking, asset management, […]

Emirates Aviation University, will return to the Gulf Education and Training Exhibition (GETEX) as a key participant from 17 to 19 April 2019. The exhibition will take place at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre in Dubai. . Amongst the range of student offerings that the University will showcase at the event, is a […]

In a cultural milestone for the UAE, Expo 2020 Dubai has commissioned the nation’s first opera. Combining Emirati and global talent, Al Wasl will span thousands of years, bringing to life the UAE’s rich heritage and sharing its innovative spirit with the world. Award-winning composer Mohammed Fairouz and author and librettist Maha Gargash, both UAE nationals, will […]

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, and Africa World Airlines (AWA), the Ghanaian airline headquartered in Accra, have announced a one-way interline agreement whereby Emirates customers can connect onto selected routes of Africa World Airlines’ network, opening up new African destinations for Emirates customers from May 2019. “The agreement between Emirates and Africa World Airlines […]

Dragon Mart is celebrating the inaugural Dubai Home Festival with a Shop & Win promotion that will see one lucky winner drive home in a brand new Volkswagen Tiguan. Shoppers can enter the draw by spending AED200 at stores selling indoor and outdoor furniture, home décor, lighting equipment and building materials at Dragon Mart from […]

Grab your clubs and sunscreen as The Els Club, in Dubai Sports City, is relaunching its successful Summer Privilege Card (SPC) enabling golfers to secure fantastic deals during the warmer summer months. Running from the beginning of May until the end of September, individuals or families can choose four out of the five months to […]

Little munchkins are in for a ‘reel’ treat as Dig It and Reel Cinemas at The Springs Souk have introduced a host of limited time offers to keep them truly entertained. Until May 30, visit The Spring Souk and immerse in a fun-packed experience with these incredible offers. Visitors can avail the Dig It pass […]

For a limited time, travellers from the UAE can book on Emirates to enjoy and explore a myriad of global destinations this summer. Plan an exciting adventure in Africa or discover the colourful streets across Asia. Travellers can also take advantage and fly back home to European, North American and middle Eastern destinations to spend […]

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Award (MBRKA) continues to receive candidate applications for its sixth edition, the winners of which are set to be announced at the Knowledge Summit 2019 – the region’s premier knowledge event, organised by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF). The Award honours knowledge pioneers from […]

Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural Festival Park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, closed the gates on its biggest ever season on 13th April 2019. Season 23 welcomed a record-breaking number of more than 7 million guests over 166 days of operation, a jump of more than 16 percent […]

DIVAlicious fashion exhibition, Dubai’s talk of the town renowned show that made its presence felt in 13 major cities across the globe has announced its upcoming event for this year. The highlight of this edition will be the debut of three designer brands for the first time in Dubai which include MXS by Monisha Jaising […]

Expo 2020 Dubai and its legacy are expected to contribute AED122.6 billion of gross value added (GVA) to the UAE’s economy from 2013–31, according to the EY report, ‘The economic impact of Expo 2020 Dubai’. The report states that Expo 2020 is also expected to support up to 905,200 full-time equivalent (FTE) job-years in the […]

International construction and real estate consultancy Drees & Sommer has announced the launch of Dubai-based innovation hub, as it looks to expand its research and development (R&D) efforts across the Middle East. The new regional innovation hub provides a collaboration platform to support the company’s 3,200 employees and external start-ups by identifying market gaps and […]

Celebrate a fun-filled day in harmony with nature as the sustainable city marks Earth Day with the Grand Finale of Origin on Saturday, April 20, from 9 am to 7 pm Origin will open its doors for the last time between 9 am and 4 pm giving visitors the opportunity to explore the first sustainable […]

Noor Bank, the UAE’s leading Shari’ah-compliant bank, is showcasing the works of renovated Emirati artist Fatma Lootah at the Noor Art Gallery on Sheikh Zayed Road. Running until 1 May, the exhibition offers a glimpse of the artist’s interpretation of femininity and movement. Celebrating Emirati culture and heritage, Lootah’s work mixes abstract figurative painting using […]

Emirates is committed to offering its customers an unparalleled onboard experience and maintaining the highest standards of safety and efficiency with a modern all wide-body aircraft fleet. Reconfiguration of Boeing 777-200LR fleet In April 2019, the airline completed the reconfiguration of its last Boeing 777-200LR aircraft. Emirates invested USD $150 million in converting the 10 […]

With the Southern Runway revamp starting tomorrow at Dubai International Airport, Emirates has been working hard to implement measures to further maximise operational efficiencies at DXB and deliver a seamless experience for its customers departing and transiting through Dubai. The Southern Runway Closure at Dubai International Airport will be taking place from 16 April to […]

The UAE is set to host the world’s foremost artificial intelligence summit to empower global dialogue on the future of government, business and society. The inaugural ‘Ai Everything’ will take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre, DWTC, between 30th April and 1st May. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid […]

Today the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia unveiled the design of its pavilion at the Expo 2020 Dubai. The pavilion will be second in size only to that of the UAE pavilion, covering an area the size of two football pitches. The distinctive and memorable pavilion symbolizes the nation’s welcoming character, long heritage and unlimited drive.  […]

Forbes Middle East recently released the much awaited list of Billionaires in the Middle East in their April 2019 issue. Ghassan Aboud, the Dubai based entrepreneur and noted philanthropist was ranked 16th amongst the Arab Billionaires list with wealth estimated at US $ 1.75 Billion. In the wider list of all nationalities in the Middle […]

There is always something new and exciting happening At the Top, Burj Khalifa – the global icon by Emaar. Now, At the Top, Burj Khalifa will offer tourists and residents the convenience of purchasing tickets for Al Shindagha Museum where visitors can experience the vibrant history of Dubai. Al Shindagha Museum, an entity of the […]

Author, business mentor and personal stylist to celebrities and royals, Kelly Lundberg in collaboration with The College of Fashion and Design Dubai, will be offering exclusive two-day short course in the ‘Art Of Personal Styling’ on May 3rd and May 4th at CFD. This course is designed to help develop a deeper understanding of personal styling while […]

Smart Dubai today announced a landmark collaboration with Microsoft in its bid to achieve the goal of making Dubai the happiest city on Earth. The move aims to accelerate digital transformation across the emirate and empower government employees to innovate faster. Under the terms of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed by H.E. Dr. Aisha […]

Emirates Post, the UAE’s leading postal services provider, won its third International Express Mail Services accolade for outstanding Customer Services, making the UAE the only Arab country to win the award three times. Granted by the EMS unit of Universal Postal Union (UPU), the award reaffirms the organization’s position as leading postal, express delivery and […]

Ibn Battuta Mall is celebrating the inaugural Dubai Home Festival with the chance to win a brand new car and home makeovers, as well as up to 70 per cent discounts at selected stores. A Shop & Win promotion will see one lucky winner drive home in a brand new MG 6, while three home […]

More and more Filipinos in the UAE are starting to value the need for savings and investments through real estate, with industry leaders welcoming as high as 20 per cent year-on-year increase in sales of their properties amongst Filipino buyers in the UAE. The Philippine property market is also expected to cross double-digit growth this […]

Get ready for a fun, family day out at Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, on April 19th! Renowned Emirati singer Balqees Fathi will dazzle audiences with her melodious voice at 8.30pm in front of the Rajmahal Theater. The celebration marks the launch of the Emirati annual pass […]

The Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, and noon, the Middle East’s homegrown marketplace, recently organized workshops for the owners of DED Trader licenses on the services offered by the ecommerce platform, and the advantages of displaying their products on noon. The workshops were part of DED’s […]

To highlight the innovations in construction business in the Middle East, UAE will soon be hosting the first-ever, one-of-its-kind Mega City Infrastructure Week featuring more than 15 countries. Set to take place on 16th and 17th of April at Roda Al Bustan, Dubai, the conference will be themed around innovations and technologies driving infrastructure and […]

To mark the Vishwa Sindhi Divas, Gaurav Chander Damwani in association with Evolution Events is organising Sindhi Sur Sangam in Dubai – a first-time attempt by the organisers to promote & preserve the rich, ancient Sindhi culture & heritage, as Dubai is home to many Sindhi families who have migrated and settled in Dubai many […]

A spectacular addition to The Dubai Fountain, the iconic attraction in Downtown Dubai by Emaar, the award-winning property developer, is set to be a spellbinding experience for all visitors. Emaar has announced its partnership with Pinkfong, the creator of the viral sensation “Baby Shark” music video, and Spacetoon, Pinkfong’s official licensing agent in MENA, to […]

Who says healthy snacking isn’t fun? Discover more about healthy snacks at the first ever Fade Fit Kids Factory at KidZania® Dubai. Join in preparing the healthy snack and learn how your favourite Fade Fit munchies are created and packaged. The 15-minute fun activity teaches kidZ the art and technique of creating healthy and affordable […]

Dubai has moved up in the ranking of the world’s top 10 maritime capitals in 2019, the latest in its string of achievements that has made the emirate a globally competitive maritime hub. The emirate took the 9th spot this year, up from its 10th rank in 2017, according to a recent report issued by […]

Emirates has completed the installation of bespoke Expo 2020 Dubai liveries on 40 aircraft, with its final A380 aircraft emblazoned in the distinctive orange ‘opportunity’ decal rolling out of the Emirates Engineering hangar. The first decal was unveiled in 2017 on an Emirates Boeing 777-300ER aircraft decorated in the blue ‘mobility’ decal. Since then, Emirates’ […]

As part of its relentless commitment to projects’ quality and timely completion, Al Ghurair Properties, the real estate development arm of Al Ghurair Investment, announced that 3 residential buildings, namely Muteena 226, 658 & Muraqabbat 131, are all on track to be completed by May 2019 according to their respective schedules, with steady progress on […]

The Dubai Gold & Commodities Exchange (DGCX) in partnership with RAKBANK, today announced plans to launch a Mini-Gold Futures product, offering investors the chance to trade gold in smaller denominations. The contract will be the first-of-its-kind, and is in response to feedback from market participants that emphasized a strong desire from smaller investors to increase […]

The design of the China Pavilion for Expo 2020 was today (April 10th) revealed overseas for the first time at a conference in Dubai, UAE, drawing extensive attention from all attending. Ambassador Ni Jian, Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the United Arab Emirates, Najeeb Mohammed Al-Ali, Executive Director, Dubai Expo 2020 Bureau […]

Worldwide Distribution Center (WDC) will have the latest products from global manufacturers on offer at Beautyworld Middle East next week. In addition, as the leading distributor of multicultural products across the Middle East and Africa, WDC will also have a wide selection of the sector’s latest innovations in hair and skin care available to try […]

The government’s introduction of various regulations to stimulate demand along with the private sector’s attempts to diversify their products by adopting technologies that are expected to drive the real estate market according to JLL’s Q1 Dubai Real Estate Market Overview report, launched today. The first quarter of 2019 saw multiple commercial projects being re-commenced as […]

Bringing ‘Connecting Minds, Creating the Future’ to life, Expo 2020 Dubai participating countries discussed the unique content and programming that is set to attract 25 million visits from around the world. With less than 560 days to go until doors open, the stories, cultures and innovations that will form a spectacular visitor experience were discussed […]

Government and business leaders from the UAE and the Latin America and the Caribbean region (LAC) reinforced their commitment to improving bilateral ties and expanding economic cooperation at the third Global Business Forum (GBF) on Latin America, which began today (April 9th) in Panama City, Panama. Organized by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry in […]

Dubai Press Club (DPC) kicked off the second edition of the Media National Youth Programme (MNYP), the largest programme of its kind in the Middle East that aims to develop a new generation of Emirati journalists that are equipped with the tools and skills needed to excel in the media industry. A joint initiative of […]

CSL Behring, a global biotherapeutics leader, has inaugurated its regional headquarters at Dubai Science Park (DSP), a holistic science-focused business community dedicated to the development of the local healthcare sector. The opening of the new office will strengthen the company’s presence in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, extremely leading to better patient care […]

Foodies visiting Bay Avenue, a Dubai Retail destination located in Business Bay, have much to rejoice about with home-grown eateries Raju Omlet and Enso opening their doors and completing its already diverse mix of F & B tenants. Serving Indian and Japanese cuisines respectably, the two restaurants are popular for their delicious freshly cooked food […]

All is set for the opening of Sleep Expo Middle East tomorrow at the Dubai Festival City Arena. As the region’s first-ever summit dedicated to advancing the sleep movement, Sleep Expo Middle East will run for three days, bringing together sleep experts and innovators under one roof to discuss and showcase the latest advances in […]

Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) has been named as ‘Airline Caterer of the Year’, Middle East, for the fifth consecutive year at the PAX International Readership Awards. Faysal Moufarrej, Chief Operations Officer, accepted the award on behalf of Emirates Flight Catering in Hamburg, Germany. Faysal Moufarrej, Chief Operations Officer of Emirates Flight Catering, said: “This achievement […]

Innovative technologies can be the answer to a greener footprint within the hydrocarbon dependent textile industry, concluded industry experts at a panel discussion titled ‘How Sustainable is Sustainability?’ held at the Ritz-Carlton, DIFC, Dubai on April 9. The event was held as part of a high-level Japanese delegation visiting Dubai to unveil a new revolutionary […]

Al Yousuf 3D Printing, a subsidiary of Al Yousuf Group, announced the arrival of DOOB to the UAE. Founded in Dusseldorf, Germany, DOOB is a full-service 3D technology company that creates replicas of you utilizing the latest 3D printing technology. The company is a frontrunner in digital scanning technology and the concept is currently present […]

Seychelles was bestowed with high honours as the destination was represented at the Tourism Panel at the Destination Wedding Planners (DWP) Congress from March 27 to 29 2019, held in Dubai’s iconic five-star hotel and luxury resort, Atlantis the Palm. The Seychelles delegation at the DWP event comprised of The Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) Chief […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, will organise the second webinar to learn about participation in the 2nd Solar Decathlon Middle East, SDME. The webinar will be held on Tuesday, 16th April. DEWA has invited universities from around the world to register for SDME, which it organises in 2020 under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh […]

The Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector of the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, issued 2,459 new licenses in March 2019, a growth of 35.4% compared to March 2018 (1,816). The new licenses created 9,661 jobs in the labor market. Among the new licenses issued, 58% were commercial, 39.3% professional, 1.9% related to tourism […]

Dubai CommerCity, the region’s first dedicated e-commerce free zone, will be highlighting the latest industry trends at Seamless Middle East 2019, an event which Dubai CommerCity is supporting as a title sponsor for a second consecutive year. Held under the patronage of Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and […]

Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment, DFRE, has announced that the Dubai Home Festival, DHF, will take place from 18th April to 1st May. Showcasing Dubai as the hub of homeware in the Middle East, the event will feature an array of home furnishing sales and exclusive promotions. Ahmed Al Khaja, CEO of Dubai Festivals and […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, the 9th edition of the FAHR International Conference will be held on the 17th and 18th of April, 2019, at the Jumeirah Emirates Tower Hotel in Dubai. Running under the theme ‘The 4th Industrial Revolution Human Capital […]

Azizi Developments, one of the leading private developers in the UAE, completed more than 86% of the construction and 60% of the external works of Farishta Azizi, one of the most sought-after residential properties and part of the impressive lineup of Azizi Developments’ 20 projects in Al Furjan. On schedule for completion in Q2 of […]

The globally-renowned corporate race series, the Bloomberg Square Mile Relay, has confirmed its return to Dubai for the fifth time on Wednesday, 12th February, 2020.  The race will once again be hosted at the Dubai International Finance Centre (DIFC). The announcement follows this year’s record-breaking, sold out, event on 13th February, which saw 1,030 runners from Dubai’s […]

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 Vishu celebrations on April 12th. The festival at BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai will feature live performances and acts by famous artists from India, traditional food and much more. The celebrations will begin […]

Suitsupply, the globe-spanning European brand renowned for its focus on expertly crafted men’s tailoring, is back in Dubai with a new home at Gate Avenue in the Dubai International Financial District. Opened on March 17th, Suitsupply at Gate Avenue is a 137-m2 shop in the heart of Dubai’s City Walk area—providing a sophisticated retail shopping […]

dnata’s catering team has been voted ‘Airline Caterer of the Year, North America, 2019′ by readers of PAX International, the leading publication for airline industry executives. The coveted PAX International Readership Award was presented in Hamburg during the annual World Travel Catering Expo. “We are honoured to be recognised by our industry peers for our […]

The overwhelming majority (82%) of people in the UAE think that the Smart Dubai Initiative will make Dubai the happiest city in the world, new YouGov research reveals. The Smart Dubai initiative founded following the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid Al Maktoum aims to make Dubai the smartest city on earth through […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, has announced changes in the marine transit network of Dubai Creek as part of its continues efforts to improve service and convenience. “The restructuring of marine transport lines and stations of Dubai Creek is part of our strategic plan to fulfill the needs of marine transport users. Lines have […]

Reel Cinemas, the world class cinema experience by Emaar Entertainment, has introduced a host of special offers to make your movie-going experience more enjoyable than ever. Enjoy your next cinema outing with a series of pocket-friendly offers that will appeal to visitors and residents alike. Here’s a breakdown of what’s happening at Reel Cinemas’ across […]

Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, continues its deep-rooted approach and efforts to employ smart district cooling systems that support the transition towards “Accelerating the Circular Economy 360”, and achieving the national development goals based on more sustainable development paths. Empower has aligned its strategy with national visions […]

Landmark Group in partnership with iCare Clinic organised free blood glucose and blood pressure screenings for visitors at Oasis Mall, UAE to mark World Health Day. The initiative was part of Landmark Group’s on-going Beat Diabetes campaign. Families and people of all ages benefitted from the free blood glucose and blood pressure screenings organized under […]

Calling all festival lovers! Barasti on Tour is BACK and this year, the beloved beach bar has a pretty special prize up for grabs! The generous beach bar has ten tickets up for grabs to Europe’s (and perhaps the world’s) most epic music festival. Following a month-long competition (which is super easy to enter), ten […]

The membership database of the Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) has grown by 10% in the first quarter of 2019, bringing the total number of members to 949, up from 864 by the end of 2018, according to DBWC announcement. The significant increase in the membership database reflects the important role played by the council […]

Emirates REIT, the world’s largest Sharia’a-compliant Real Estate Investment Trust, today celebrated the 5th anniversary of the listing of its shares on Nasdaq Dubai. Abdullah Al Hamli and Sylvain Vieujot, Chairman and CEO respectively of Equitativa Dubai, the manager of Emirates REIT, rang the market-opening bell at the region’s international exchange to mark the five-year […]

Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, is introducing a brand new annual pass exclusively for UAE nationals, priced at AED 595, which will be available to purchase on-site only on April 19th. The Emirati annual pass will be valid for 14 months and will provide entry to all […]

This Spring/Summer season, City Centre Mirdif wants you to stay true to your personality and make a statement with your fashion choices. With glamorous fashion shows and exclusive beauty experiences, style-savvy shoppers will find everything they need to express themselves with that distinct look, all under one roof. Here is the full programme of exclusive […]

In line with its commitment to shaping a vibrant community where people can work, live and play, Dubai Studio City is offering complimentary outdoor yoga classes in collaboration with optimalFITNESS every Thursday during the month of April. You can now head to a relaxing yoga session right after work to rejuvenate, improve respiration and boost […]

School’s out, but the fun and learning doesn’t need to stop this spring break. There’s plenty to keep the children occupied during the holidays with unique activities, art and craft workshops, fitness classes and music lessons at City Centre Deira, City Centre Me’aisem and City Centre Mirdif. Spring Break pop up at City Centre Deira […]

Global Music Icon Jennifer Lopez chose a white-hot AMATO Couture ruffled one-piece suit by Dubai-based fashion house AMATO Couture for her latest whimsical-themed music video — and it’s a glamorous outfit to remember. In the video, the artist can be seen in a carnival show inside a transparent glass room as a fortune teller wearing […]

Dubai is all geared up for the opening of two landmark events that will convene top government leaders, investors, and industry experts from across the globe for three days to separately discuss the important role of startups and cities of the future in a nation’s sustainable socio-economic development and growth. AIM Startup and Future Cities […]

Need to recover from your daily stress? City Centre Deira invites you to escape the hustle, and relax, refresh and recharge at the mall’s new Spring/Summer ’19 Fashion Experience leisure pop up. The vibrant space in the West Court, Level 2 will offer a temporary escape for shoppers from their daily stress with plenty of […]

Dubai Investments Park, the wholly owned subsidiary of Dubai Investments PJSC and the region’s unique integrated, commercial, industrial, and residential community, has signed an $86 million contract with ABB Industries LLC to commission a new 132/11kv DEWA substation at DIP. The 132/11kv DEWA substation is the seventh operational substation in total across DIP 1 and […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) participated in the 20th Land and Poverty Conference which is organised by the World Bank in Washington DC. This comes as part of its tireless efforts to strengthen relations with international partners and promote Dubai’s strong position and achievements in the field of land registration and regulation. As partner in this […]

Calling all ladies! Mark your diaries, Laguna Waterpark is set to launch an after-hours night, exclusively for women. Ladies’ Night at Laguna Waterpark will be hosted on Thursday the 18th and 25th of April and will feature a host of uber fun experiences and offerings. Grab the girl gang and get down to Laguna Waterpark from 7PM to midnight to […]

UAE-based, Engineering Contracting Company Group (ECC), in partnership with McLaren Construction, a UK-based company with operations in the UAE, have announced the successful delivery of their latest project – the Happiness Street Car Park at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). The car park which was completed in October 2018 and has been successfully operational since, […]

The Dubai Mall, the world’s most visited retail and lifestyle destination and the flagship of Emaar Malls, has won two top laurels at the Dubai Business Excellence Awards. The Dubai Mall won the ‘Best Service Performance Mall 2018’ award in the shopping centres sector and was also adjudged as a top-scorer in the Emirates Business […]

The fifth edition of World Art Dubai has concluded on a high as it marked three award ceremonies during the closing days of the show. Heralded as the most successful edition in its five years, the fair placed the spotlight on a range of international and emerging artists and galleries, awarding winners across numerous competitions […]

Union Properties, the leading property developer in the UAE and master developer of MotorCity, has announced that it will be hosting an exciting series of community events set to take place at its popular MotorCity and UPTOWN Mirdiff communities . Expected to attract approximately 50,000 participants, this year’s line-up includes around 25 free-to-attend events themed around the […]

STARZPLAY, the subscription video on demand (SVOD) service, which reached the milestone of one million subscribers earlier this year, was highlighted by Dubai SME, one of the agencies of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai mandated to support and develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, and strengthen Dubai’s position as a […]

Spring break is in full swing at Meraas’ La Mer, Boxpark and Kite Beach with fun activations for both adults and kids. Visitors will get the chance to watch ‘The Smurfs’ live on stage at La Mer, the world-class beachfront destination by Meraas. The show will feature an adorable tale, exciting music and dancing, lots of laughs and of course, everyone’s favourite little blue guys. What’s more, your little ones can also get to […]

As part of the cooperation agreement between Dubai Sports Council and the French Football Federation (FFF), a team of experts from the FFF were in Dubai to evaluate football academies at Dubai clubs. The FFF team evaluated the academies’ training modules, technical programs and medical units, starting with Al Nasr club on April 1 and […]

Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance, visited on Saturday the World Art Dubai 2019 that concluded today at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Sheikh Nahyan was briefed about innovations of genuine artworks, which included original works of contemporary art, paintings, sculptures, photographs, arts, art and other artworks. The exhibition is the largest […]

He Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum returned to the Gov Games site on Kite Beach to cheer for the teams competing for the finale under the theme 1Team1Spirit. The teams from Abu Dhabi Police and Dubai Police will join F3, Fujairah […]

Last Exit, the food truck concept with a rebellious spirit, has announced that favorite F & B brands Hardees, KFC, Amorino and Cupagahwa are now open at its Jebel Ali South destination. Great news for anyone and everyone who has ever found themselves on that long drive down the seemingly unending Sheikh Zayed Road and […]

Luxury has a new destination: ELIE SAAB at Emaar Beachfront, a gated island destination in Dubai, was unveiled today at Dubai Opera by Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman of Emaar, and Elie Saab, founder and Chairman of ELIE SAAB Group. Emaar, the global developer, is partnering for the first time with the renowned fashion designer for the […]

Dubai based stand-up comedian Rushdi Rafeek launches a dynamic new Podcast Show “The Hangout with Rushdi”, as the name suggests the show is hosted by the enigmatic Rushdi himself and invites people from all walks of life to join him in an entertaining discussion over topics relevant to this region. The show aims to offer […]

The luxurious 5-star Bab Al Qasr Hotel & Residences in Abu Dhabi is celebrating Easter with an exciting line-up of activities crafted for adult and young guests. Easter Brunch Families and friends can gather at the Artisan Kitchen and feast on a fabulous Easter brunch serving the finest classical and seasonal dishes including stations for […]

Gulfood 2019, the world’s largest annual food and beverage trade exhibition, ended its 24th run at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) with major alliance breakthroughs and multibillion-dollar export deals reinforcing the emirate’s reputation for specialist industry events that serve as strategic gateways to hugely-lucrative and transformational global markets. The 2019 edition of the show was […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted the 7th edition of the Dubai Sustainable Supply Chain Forum at its premises which gathered members of the business community in Dubai and highlighted best practices in implementing impactful supply chain and sustainability programmes. Organised by the Sustainability in Supply Chain Task Force under the Dubai Chamber […]

Global stand-up comedy superstar, Russell Peters will make his long-awaited return to the UAE, as he brings his Deported World Tour, produced by Live Nation Middle East and Flash Entertainment in association with Dubai Calendar, to Dubai Arena on June 6th. Peters’ previous appearances in Dubai rank among the fastest selling shows in the UAE, […]

Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Raging Tiger Events, the exclusive representative of Wedding Design Company (WDC), India’s leading destination wedding planning company. This partnership, enabled through DXB Live, the experiential arm of DWTC, is set to promote Dubai as the preferred wedding destination for Indian weddings, and […]

His Highness Sheikh Hasher Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, Director General of the Dubai Department of Information formally opened World Art Dubai 2019 at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) today, leading a delegation of officials and high-profile members of the local and global art community around the fifth instalment of the region’s leading accessible and affordable […]

Prepare to dance your heart out as Bluewaters – Meraas’ sophisticated modern island destination– raises the curtain on the final phase of its three-month-long activation, the Bluewaters Dance Groove. Set to run over the next four weekends from 4 to 27 April, the dance extravaganza will come to life with a series of exciting workshops […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED) has started awareness visits to the traditional markets and major sales outlets in Dubai ahead of the Holy Month of Ramadan. The visits, which are part of the DED strategy to strengthen business competitiveness and promote cordial relations in the […]

wasl properties, a subsidiary of wasl Asset Management Group, announced the release of its ‘wasl link’ development into Dubai’s leasehold market. The new launch forms part of the company’s strategy to provide affordable housing options in established areas of Dubai. wasl link will be located in Muhaisnah and will provide the market with 247 units […]

Masala Library is the magnum-opus of Mr. Jiggs Kalra, who is known as the “Czar of Indian Cuisine” and “Taste Maker to the Indian Nation”. The restaurant focuses on reviving traditional recipes from across ancient India while presenting them in a unique and contemporary way. My Masala Library experience was out of this world! It […]

BASE will host legendary Algerian singer Cheb Khaled on Thursday, April 4th and critically acclaimed, London-based rap phenomenon Giggs on Friday, April 5th, for what promises to be another unforgettable weekend at Dubai’s homegrown superclub. Khaled Hadj Ibrahim, also known by his stage name Ched Khaled, is a world-renowned Algerian musician, singer and songwriter. His massive […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s representative office in Kenya recently organised a study mission to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania which explored business potential within the country’s healthcare, manufacturing, agriculture, energy, tourism and hospitality sectors. The study mission, led by Omar Khan, Director of International Offices, Dubai Chamber, coincided with the 7th East African Health and […]

Time Out Group plc (AIM: TMO), the global media and entertainment business, today announced that it has entered into a management agreement with Emaar Malls (DFM: EMAARMALLS), the shopping malls and retail business majority-owned by Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR), to open a new Time Out Market in one of Dubai’s most visited attractions. This […]

The DIFC FinTech Hive, the first and largest financial technology accelerator in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, MEASA, region, announced it has begun accepting applications for the third cycle of its hugely successful accelerator programme. The third cycle will kick off in September, welcoming select FinTech start-ups to an intensive three-month programme, which […]

Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Dubai Tourism, reported record growth in overnight visitors from Japan, crossing the 100,000 mark for the first time at the end of 2018. Reflecting a 15.3 percent year-on-year increase, the Emirate welcomed 104,843 overnight visitors, with the robust growth underscoring efforts to further showcase the breadth of the […]

Emirates Literature Foundation will host award-winning novelist Leila Aboulela at an intimate in conversation evening event on Sunday 14 April at the World Trade Club, Dubai, where she will discuss her latest book, Bird Summons. With a significant reputation as one of the finest novelists writing today, Aboulela’s work has receiving critical praise from two […]

Only a few bikers in the world walk around with two special patches on their leather jackets: The “Full Throttle” patch and the “Saddle Sore” patch. These two patches are issued under very strict auditing rules by two separate certification agencies: Long Distance Riders and Iron Butt Association. To earn this patch, and the respect […]

Emirates cabin crew member, Jeeye Kang, has emerged the airline’s Biggest Foodie, with her winning recipe fit for a king, to be served on board for three months this year. Jeeye, a Korean national, has received the ultimate reward with her signature dish ‘Tofu Royale’ being featured in Emirates’ First Class menu, throughout April 2019, […]

Emirates has been awarded Best First Class in the world at the 2019 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice® awards for Airlines. The airline also clinched several other awards including Best Regional Business Class Middle East, Best First Class Middle East and nabbed the overall Travelers’ Choice Major Airline honour for the Middle East. TripAdvisor has awarded the […]

UAE businesses show a significant lead in both maturity and proactiveness when it comes to the adoption of artificial intelligence solutions, according to a Microsoft report titled ‘AI Pulse’ which was released today. ‘AI Pulse’ is a global Microsoft initiative designed to establish the attitudes and intentions of senior executives around the world towards artificial […]

Sobha Realty, the leading premium real estate developer, registered a record AED500 million in sales bookings for Q1 2019. Highlighting the strong investor interest in Sobha Realty’s residential launches, the company’s sales from January to March 2019 are 33 per cent over the target of AED375 million per quarter. Last year, Sobha Realty announced its […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry yesterday hosted ambassadors and members of the diplomatic corps in the UAE at its annual Diplomatic Circle Dinner where delegates were briefed on the Chamber’s recent highlights and achievements, as well as strategic initiatives, activities and major events planned for 2019. The exclusive gathering was attended by over 120 […]

Etisalat today unveiled the UAE first Cloud Gaming service delivering high-definition (1080P) cloud-based games directly to TVs on its eLife set-top box. Leveraging the power of the cloud, the new eLife TV service enables gamers of all ages to play the latest and most popular games without the need to have a separate game console. […]

At Hannover Messe, Siemens is presenting numerous additions to its Digital Enterprise portfolio for the next level of digital transformation in the discrete and process industries: “Through the integration of cutting-edge technologies into our portfolio, we can help industrial companies to benefit from rapidly growing data volumes in new, wide-ranging ways. With the use of […]

Fidu Properties, one of the leading Chinese companies in the UAE property market, recently hosted an ultra-high net worth delegation of investors from China to Dubai. The 4-day visit, completely organised by Fidu, was part of the company’s strategic outreach to showcase the unmatched investment potential in Dubai’s real estate sector. During the visit, Fidu […]

2019 has started with a bang for the movie industry and there is a whole list to look forward to for cine-goers. What better to watch the blockbusters and popular movies of 2019 in a truly captivating cinema experience at Reel Cinemas. The world-class cinema by Emaar Entertainment will be screening the much-awaited big screen […]

The Dubai Design & Fashion Council (DDFC), established by the Dubai government to raise Dubai’s profile as a regional and global destination for design and fashion, and SRP Group, a Chinese trade development company, today announced the winners of the DDFC/SRP Silk Road Design Competition. Egyptian product designer Mahmoud Gamal Abbas won the first prize. […]

Dubai Sports City were the first-ever Champions of the Tolerance Cup yesterday, with Damac Properties receiving the Silver Cup for 2nd place and Dubai Land Department taking 3rd place after beating Deyaar in a penalty shootout. Friday’s action, which took place at the Football Academy in Dubai Sports City, saw ten football teams battle it […]