The Ministry of Health and Prevention is very keen to upgrade all medical services provided to the public. The residence-visa medical check-up, which falls within the ministry’s priorities, are being developed day after day to immunize the society against infectious diseases, speed up medical examinations procedures with high accuracy and help obtain the residence-visa swiftly […]

In the recently held Dubai Lynx Awards 2019, IKEA took home four awards for its unique and creative campaign “End the everyday drama” where the region’s favorite Swedish home furnishing retailer demonstrated how small, niggling annoyances can upset our daily routine and quickly turn melodramatic. The series was applauded at the 2019 Dubai Lynx Awards, […]

His Excellency Humaid Al Qatami, Director General of Dubai Health Authority (DHA), has honoured ZAJEL, the UAE’s leading provider of courier and parcel delivery services, in recognition of its role as a strategic partner in the health services sector and its continued support for the development of Sheryan, Dubai’s online health licensing system for all […]

MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, the largest Hollywood-inspired theme park in the Middle East, part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, is calling all hero moms to enjoy over 27 thrilling rides and attractions at Dubai Parks and Resorts this Mother’s Day for just AED 50. All moms, including adventure-seekers, […]

Dubai Design District (d3), the destination dedicated to design, launches its diverse line up of events that shine the spotlight on the works of regional and international artists as part of Art Season 2019 programming. Organized by Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin […]

International superstar Jackie Chan said that he is happy to be back in Dubai for the filming of his latest movie Vanguard. The city’s exceptional production infrastructure, support services and exciting backdrops make it an ideal place to film movies, he said. Speaking during a media interaction at Dubai Studio City, the action movie star […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts, heritage, and literature, announced that Al Shindagha Museum opens its doors to visitors in Q1 2019. The museum represents the first phase of the ambitious Dubai Historical District (DHD) project and was developed in collaboration between Dubai Culture which will manage […]

Downtown Dubai will be home to more than 400, as Emaar has announced that it will launch ‘Dubai Stars,’ a walkable tribute to stars and influencers from all over the world, along Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard in Downtown Dubai. Dubai Stars, a walk of fame saluting stars and influencers from all over the world, […]

The Emirates Group is once again gearing up for Careers UAE 2019, offering diverse career opportunities for UAE nationals at the three-day exhibition. This year, the Group will reveal a new programme, targeting national school graduates who aspire to be part of the exciting world of applied Technology. The programme, dubbed ‘the Technologists’, will consist of four years of academic education and […]

The Dubai Sports Council CEO’s Masters Golf Day will take place on the new Emaar Dubai Hills Golf Course on Monday March 25th 2019, as part of Dubai Sports Council’s commitment to promoting golf as a business networking and key tourism tool for the UAE and region. The Dubai Sports Council CEO Masters, sponsored by DC […]

Enjoy a lively girls’ night out with a twist at The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah – Dubai’s dynamic new waterfront dining, entertainment and leisure destination. Ladies, go restaurant hopping with the girls and sample an array of distinct cuisines, complimentary drinks and dining discounts every Thursday until 30 April. Hop across six unique venues – […]

Tanuki Dubai will be treating mothers to a complimentary plate of Sushi Rolls when they dine at the restaurant throughout the day on 21 March. With an array of Sushi Rolls on the menu, the popular Asian fusion restaurant promises fresh ingredients and Asian cuisine with a twist, that caters to plenty of palettes. The […]

DRIFT Beach Dubai, the bespoke seafront destination at the picturesque One&Only Royal Mirage, is introducing new tastes and sounds to keep things fresh this spring season with a revamped menu and extended DJ sets on weekends. Maxime Le Van, DRIFT’s revered Chef de Cuisine, has curated a spring menu incorporating new starters, mains and desserts […]

Creating a practical guide to help startups navigate the UAE’s funding landscape, allocating more investment for startup incubators and accelerators, and expanding the existing network of investors who are eager to finance new business ventures are among the key recommendations of a new whitepaper published by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The whitepaper, published […]

UAE families and yoga enthusiasts gathered yesterday (Saturday 16th March) to enjoy a unique hour-long yoga lesson in the world’s largest natural flower garden. Taking place in the garden’s Disney Avenue, against a backdrop of stunning giant floral structures of Mickey Mouse and Friends, the lesson was led by yoga instructors from Dubai-based Yoga Ashram. The lesson was inspired by […]

BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the premier Bollywood-themed park that is part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, has re-launched its hugely popular hit live show ‘Dabangg: Stunt Spectacular’ with more drama and action, themed around the Bollywood mega hit movie Dabangg. Organised in a Bollywood-themed cinematic setting, the show […]

Dubai Asset Management, the owner and manager of one of the city’s largest portfolios of rental residential communities and a member of Dubai Holding, announced the rollout of phase one of the first fully digital and paperless property rental experience in partnership with Smart Dubai. The smart solution is accessible via DubaiNow, a comprehensive platform […]

Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, hosted today the latest edition of Volunteer Emirates 2019 with the participation of 100 volunteers who helped renovate The National Charity School in Al Garhoud in Dubai. The volunteers were involved in assembling desks and chairs for the students; revitalizing spaces for music and […]

UAE start-ups secured USD 31.36 million in investments which account for 88 percent of the whole deal value of the region. Local Services, Ecommerce & Financial Services are the top three industries accounting for 44 percent of the entire deal count. In addition, logistics (9.3 percent), software (7.1 percent), media (4.6 percent), education (4.6 percent) […]

The Department of Economic Development (DED), in Dubai in co-operation with the UAE Ministry of Food Security, has introduced 14 new business activities in the field of agricultural production and aquaculture in view of the growing interest in these activities and the importance being given to food security in the country. The move is part […]

Dubai is among the top five cities in the world offering a positive experience for its population through smart technology, according to the latest Smart Cities Index. The index says the best cities offering a positive experience for its citizens include Singapore, London, New York, Dubai, Seoul and Barcelona. The study was developed for major […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, has announced that its conservation programmes and initiatives over the past 10 years have achieved significant savings in electricity and water use within various stakeholder groups. Cumulative savings between 2009 and 2018 reached 2 terrawatthours, TWh, of electricity and 7.4 billion gallons of water, equivalent to AED1.2 billion. These […]

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Expo Dubai 2020 Higher Committee, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, has established a City Readiness Subcommittee of the Expo 2020 Dubai Higher Committee, led by His Excellency Mohammed Ibrahim Al Shaibani, Vice Chairman […]

Internationally acclaimed variety spectacle “WOW” extends its stay at The Rotunda – a dedicated entertainment destination within Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai. Having picked up praise and a nomination for Best Theatrical Performance in the Time Out Dubai Music & Nightlife Awards 2019 in its initial six week run, the show will continue to delight GCC […]

Jakarta, Indonesia: Climate change is having a clear and direct economic impact on a global level and this pressing issue requires solutions and actions from all segments of the global community, including chambers of commerce, and public and private sector stakeholders, according to H.E. Hamad Buamim, Chair of the ICC – World Chambers Federation and […]

The region’s best entrepreneurship development initiatives and the most important drivers of entrepreneurial success were in focus at the ‘SME World 2019’ summit held today in Dubai. Organised by Dubai SME – the agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector – and […]

Dubai Design District (d3), the Middle East’s destination dedicated to design, presented an exhibition titled ‘The Art of Sustainable Architecture’ in association with its business partner Foster + Partners, a world-renowned architectural design and engineering firm, throughout the month of February. The first exhibition by Foster + Partners in the UAE offered a unique insight […]

The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah – Dubai’s dynamic new waterfront dining, entertainment and leisure destination – is making every day a rewarding one, with exciting dining deals, entertainment activities and wellness packages, all at one stunning new location. Adding to the fun are live performances, music, roaming parades, and kids’ activities on The Pointe’s beachfront […]

Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural Festival Park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has announced that the duration of its current Season 23 will be extended by a week. The last day of Season 23 will now be 13th April 2019, operating for a total of 166 days. Global […]

Art by Amrita will showcase a taster of her hotly-anticipated Voice note Art © series at Art Dubai this month, producing interactive, UAE-inspired collector’s items that visitors can take home for free. Merging sound, sight and the spirit of Dubai, she will produce smaller, beautifully customised, on-the-spot versions of her new full-sized, hand-painted collection. Visitors […]

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (“DFSA”) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (“MoU”) with Morocco’s Bank Al Maghrib to cooperate in the authorisation and supervision of banks operating in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and the Kingdom of Morocco. The MoU was signed by the Chief Executive of the DFSA, Bryan Stirewalt, and Abdellatif […]

TECOM Group, a member of Dubai Holding, and a thriving ecosystem consisting of 11 business communities that has been recognised as an integral driver of Dubai’s knowledge and innovation economy since 1999, became one of only four organisations across the region to receive the Advanced CSR Label from Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Dubai […]

The Coffee Club is proud to announce the opening of its newest café at one of the world’s most advanced financial hubs – the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). Marking its 24th outlet in the and the 26thin the GCC, The Coffee Club has recently opened at the DIFC Gate Avenue, offering the best of […]

Dubai ranked first globally in attracting foreign direct investments (FDIs) for artificial intelligence and robotics; while the UAE ranked sixth in the global Smart Service Index, surpassing the US, UK and South Korea. The Emirate has attracted from 2015 to 2018 $21.6 billion worth of FDI in high-end technology transfers, with the most from the […]

Emirates Flight Training Academy (EFTA), the world class flight training facility developed by Emirates, and the National Aviation Academy (TAYARAN), a not-for-profit vocational training institute in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to share their expertise and jointly promote their training programmes and exchange cadets pilots and aircraft maintenance technicians […]

dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, announced the appointment of Dirk Goovaerts as the company’s Regional Chief Executive Officer for the Asia Pacific region. In his role, Dirk Goovaerts will oversee dnata’s catering, ground and cargo handling operations at 10 airports in three countries, including Australia, the Philippines and Singapore, managing a […]

Art Dubai today announces UAE NOW, a new segment curated by Abu Dhabi-based Munira Al Sayegh exploring the country’s emerging independent local artist-run platforms and putting the spotlight on youth and independent home-grown subcultures. UAE NOW launches as part of Art Dubai’s 13th edition which opens next week on March 20 through to March 23 […]

Mercer, a global consulting leader in advancing health, wealth and careers, and a wholly owned subsidiary of Marsh & McLennan Companies (NYSE: MMC), today announced the results of its annual 2019 Quality of Living survey. In its 21st year, the survey ranked Dubai and Abu Dhabi as the Middle East region’s leading cities. This marked […]

At a glittering ceremony held recently at the Dubai Opera, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, and Chairman & Chief Executive of Emirates Airline & Group, honored the winners of the 10th cycle of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum (MRM) Business Award and the second cycle […]

In line with Dubai’s efforts to increase sourcing energy needs from renewable energy and meet the goals under Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, South Energy, the energy solution arm of Dubai South, has signed an agreement with HCT Technical Services LLC (HCT), a DEWA-approved solar contractor for the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) of a 2MWp photovoltaic […]

The Spirit of Dubai Parfums by Nabeel, an ultra-luxury fragrance brand from the UAE has unveiled SHUMUKH, the world’s most expensive and luxurious unisex perfume, valued at AED 4.752 million /US $ 1.295 million. Paying tribute to “The Spirit of Dubai”, SHUMUKH, which in Arabic translates to ‘deserving the highest’, unites the art of jewellery […]

Leading experts in healthcare from the UAE and around the world will gather in Dubai on 17th to 19th March for the annual UAE eHealth Week which is organised by HIMSS Middle East and under the patronage of the Ministry of Health and Prevention, the Department of Health, the Dubai Health Authority and the Emirates […]

Eng.Dawood Abdul Rahman Abdullah Al Hajiri, General Director of Dubai Municipality officially inaugurated the Dubai WoodShow at the Dubai World Trade Centre on Tuesday, March 12, 2019, in the presence of key international dignitaries and VIPs. The event will run until Thursday, 14th March 2019. “Wood industry is an important sector all over the world, and […]

The Dubai Mall is celebrating Dubai’s art season and the Spring/Summer fashion season with M WOODS at The Dubai Mall, an exclusive art exhibition curated by Michael Xufu Huang in partnership with M WOODS, one of Beijing’s most influential contemporary art museums. From March 12–April 30, nearly 40 of the world’s most important Western and […]

Dubai SME, the agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, supported 4,227 Emirati entrepreneurs and provided a package of incentives and facilities worth AED 101 million in 2018 as the agency maintained its strategic focus on promoting innovative entrepreneurial ideas and initiatives. The number […]

The World Bank Group has hosted a special knowledge-sharing event in partnership with Smart Dubai titled, “Smart Dubai: Digital Transformation Strategy and Implementation Results”, at the World Bank’s headquarters in Washington, DC. The Smart Dubai delegation showcased the citywide smart transformation reshaping the emirate, detailing the strategy and key initiatives driving the change. Following opening […]

Dubai’s favourite edutainment attraction, Mattel Play! Town is set to host a unique and interactive picnic experience for the whole family that will transport guests into the magical world of Barney & friends. ‘Picnic with Barney & friends’ is set to launch on Friday the 5th of April and invites guests to relax in Barney’s House between […]

wasl properties, a subsidiary of wasl Asset Management Group, announced the launch of sales of its fourth tower B at ‘Park Gate Residences’ as part of its wasl1 project. This comes in light of the high investor interest in the project, and the sales success of the former three tower units in record time. On […]

Emirates today announced the launch of a second daily flight from Dubai (DXB) to London Stansted (STN) starting 1st July, 2019. The additional flight means that Emirates customers will now have 11 daily flight options to and from three London airports. As with the first, the second daily flight to Stansted will also be operated by […]

Student designers from the College of Fashion and Design in Dubai joined modest-wear designers from over a dozen countries for the second edition of Dubai Modest Fashion Week, held at the Emerald Palace, Kempinsky Palm Jumeirah last week. The modest fashion movement is predicted to rake in US$250 billion (AED918bn) in sales by 2020. The […]

Dubai Miracle Garden – the world’s largest natural flower garden – invites all UAE families and yoga fans to make the most of the beautiful Dubai weather and join in the fun of a unique one-hour group yoga class on Saturday 16th March in the garden’s Disney Avenue, against a backdrop of stunning giant floral […]

Union Properties is all set to host an exciting family event at its UPTOWN Mirdiff community. The event will take place on March 15 from 4pm to 10pm at the popular heritage-style community that absolutely combines a bustling commercial center. The exciting event will feature a section for arts and crafts, along with a handicraft […]

World’s Ultimate Strongman, in collaboration with the Dubai Sports Council, has launched the WUS Incubator program – an innovative, intensive training program to take athletes with potential and turn them into world beaters. Some of the biggest stars in strength sports are coming to Dubai to take part in a new initiative to develop a […]

Dubai Wood Show, which has been instrumental in creating a unique platform for the wood and woodworking machinery industry in the MENA region, will feature more than 50 types of wood species at the upcoming event, which will take place from 12th – 14th March 2019 at Dubai World Trade Centre. This year’s show will […]

Three young UAE nationals are driving a community initiative to help Expo 2020 Dubai showcase traditional Emirati hospitality on a global scale through the ‘Hayyakum’ movement, which aims to extend a warm welcome to millions of international visitors and hundreds of participants ahead of the next World Expo. Nine-year-olds Hamdan Sultan Al Subousi and Elyazia […]

Emaar Group is marking an industry-first by leveraging the significant potential of blockchain technology with plans to offer the Emaar community token for customers and partners by the end of this year. This highlights Emaar’s intense focus on innovation and providing the most complete experience to drive customer service, loyalty and referral across its businesses, […]

Make your trip to Last Exit, the first-of-its-kind food truck park concept by Meraas, a truly memorable one with food, fun and photos – and win fabulous prizes while you’re at it! From 10 March to 13 April, in addition to the great food, unique ambience and unmissable photo opportunities that are part and parcel […]

SME World 2019, the sixth edition of the premier entrepreneurship summit in the Middle East & North Africa region, will be held on the 14th of March 2019 at The Ritz Carlton, DIFC, Dubai. Organised by Dubai SME – the agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai mandated to develop the small […]

The Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run continued its journey across the UAE on day seven (10 March) as the Flame of Hope visited landmark locations in Dubai for the second day in a row. Torch runners began the day at Dubai Design District, before moving on to Dubai Frame and City Walk. The Flame […]

Dubai World Trade Centre, DWTC, has revealed that its hospitality division – Hospitality by DWTC – catered for 1,056 high-profile external events in 2018, serving a total of 415,293 guests. DWTC continues to strengthen Dubai’s competitiveness as a regional event destination. “The impressive results for 2018 are a testament to the competency of the entire […]

Santiago Fraser, CSR Coordinator at Emirates NBD, has been chosen to be part of the UAE Tennis Team at the Special Olympics World Games 2019 being hosted in Abu Dhabi from March 14–21, 2019. 24-year old Santiago developed a passion for sports early on in his life, inspired by his sports-loving parents. His mother, a […]

Initiated by the Art Dubai Group and supported by Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), Art Week is the region’s largest cultural festival taking place in the UAE every March as part of Dubai’s Art Season. The 9th edition of Art Week starts on Saturday March 16 with over 500 events taking place over […]

Grand Millennium Dubai, a 5-star property located in Barsha Heights has been recognised for its commitment towards the protection and preservation of the environment. The property received the CSR Environmental Award from the Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) during the 22nd Annual Corporate Gala Dinner held under the Patronage and in the presence of H.E. Eng. […]

The organizations and companies based in the International Humanitarian City (IHC) came together yesterday for the IHC annual members’ global meeting. More than 100 members and guests attended the event. IHC CEO, Giuseppe Saba, gave an overview of the achievements of 2018, including the launch and replicas of the Humanitarian Logistics Databank, and the development […]

The Dubai Duty Free Nightingales – have been awarded with the “Best A Cappella Performance” at the recently concluded ChoirFest Middle East 2019. The competition, organised by The Fridge, took place at Gems Wellington Academy in Silicon Oasis on the afternoon of the 8th March and featured choirs from corporate, community and schools across the […]

Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, participates for the first time in the Emirates Airline Literature Festival by hosting an activation that highlights the importance of learning through play in the early years of children. Dubai Cares’ participation in the Festival, which run from March 1 to 9 aims to show […]

Dubai Media City, a thriving media community in the Middle East region, has announced a new competition for aspiring artists that seeks to foster local and regional talent, leading an exciting art movement within the city. Titled DMC Canvas, the contest invites artists, designers and other talented individuals to harness their creativity to revamp an […]

Three time Grammy award winner Gwen Stefani will bring down the curtain on one of the world’s richest races, Dubai World Cup. The pop-star is behind chartbuster hits such as ‘What You Waiting For?’ ‘Hollaback Girl’ and ‘Rich Girl’. The American artist will take to the Apron Views stage at Meydan Racecourse on 30 March […]

The next generation of writers of the UAE were honoured at the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature with a special ceremony for the winners of the Oxford University Press (OUP) Story Writing Competition. The annual competition is a fixture of the academic calendar with 3,084 students from around the UAE sending in their entries this […]

Ambassador of the Republic of Moldova to the United Arab Emirates, Mr. Victor Haruta confirmed the participation of Moldova at the Dubai World Expo 2020, aiming to strengthen Moldova’s position as an emerging leader for production, manufacturing, and innovation. The Ambassador, Mr Victor Haruta commented in aninterview with “hotelandrest.com “ News web in Abu Dhabi , “Moldova […]

The Final delivered excellent polo matches and great entertainment that did not disappoint the spectators and fans at the Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club. A flag presentation by the Al Habtoor Riding School marked the start of the afternoon followed by the Bentley Subsidiary Final with Dubai Wolves competed against Zedan Polo team. The […]

The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature dedicated day seven to the youth with a specially created Youth Day that saw extraordinary talks and fascinating conversations aimed to inspire. Highlights of the day included a rousing discussion of how to make a better life for oneself with Saudi Arabian media figure and author, Ahmad AlShugairi. Shugairi […]

Bluewaters, Meraas’ unique island destination and home to Ain Dubai, is all set to host the second phase of its three-month-long activation with the  Bluewaters Open Gallery, in line  with the ongoing Dubai Art Season . Running over the next four weekends until 30 March, the event is part of Meraas’ efforts to bring music, […]

Etisalat today announced the launch of the Visitor Line ‘Transit Pack’, offering transit passengers 1GB data and 10 flexi minutes valid for 48 hours for AED50. The launch follows the UAE government’s decision to grant free transit visas for 48 hours to passengers transiting throughout the UAE’s airports. Khaled Elkhouly, Chief Consumer Officer, Etisalat, said: […]

The answer to one of literature’s most contentious questions – which is best, Fact or Fiction? – was decided at the culmination of the Costa Debate for 2019, with fabulous fiction proving to be the valiant victor over the more prosaic fact. This is the sixth year that Costa Coffee has teamed up with the […]

Bringing in energy and making the festival of colours Holi more colourful, Neha Kakkar will have Dubai dancing to her hit Bollywood numbers at the upcoming Holi Masti event. The sensational singer will be headlining the Holi festivities at  Al Sahra Desert Resort Equestrian Centre Dubai on Friday, March 22, 2019. The day long family […]

Inspirational book entitled 13 Amazing Women of Arabia, written by Dana Alblooshi a GEMS Education student and the youngest Emirati to experience training at the US-based National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is set to launch at Emirates Festival of Literature. Dana Alblooshi, a student at GEMS Wellington International School, wrote the book in celebration […]

Across the world every day, Emirates’ flights connect people and businesses, enabling travel, tourism and trade. Whether from the cockpit, or inside the aircraft cabin, on the ramp or at the hangar, at service desks across the world or from headquarters in Dubai, Emirates’ female employees make an important contribution to the successful operation of […]

BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the premier Bollywood-themed park that is part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, is hosting the biggest Holi celebration in the UAE on 15 March with well-known Indian singers and music composers in attendance. Leading Indian musical talent Falguni Pathak and renowned Marathi singer […]

The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature kicked of its sixth day, filled with sessions and workshops from some of the world’s leading authors. Highlights of the day included the announcement of the School Librarian of the Year Awards 2019 winners. The awards recognise those Librarians who have demonstrated outstanding commitment in sharing their love of […]

The Ministry of Health & Prevention (MOHAP), represented by Health Education and Promotion Department, has launched the third phase of “Healthy and Positive Work Environment” initiative for the year 2019, in a ceremony held at the headquarters of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA). The initiative serves government directions to achieve happiness and positivity. The […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts, heritage, and literature, has announced the list of artists for its SIKKA Art Fair 2019, which will take place from 16th to 24th March at Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood. To be held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint […]

Intelak, the UAE’s aviation, travel, and tourism-focused incubator, marked International Women’s Day with an ideation workshop and mentoring session to dive into the history of, and activate the participation of GCC women in the region’s travel industry. This was the first time Intelak hosted an ideation workshop that targeted the growth of GCC female-led businesses […]

Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural Festival Park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has launched “Falafel talks” at key Arabic restaurants across Dubai. A path-breaking innovation that effectively digitizes the ubiquitous and humble Arabic snack and turns it into an entry ticket for Global Village. Key Dubai restaurants including […]

Emirates Holidays, part of leading travel services provider dnata, is set to establish a local presence in Denmark and Sweden in Spring 2019. Known for its range of well-curated and bespoke travel packages, Emirates Holidays focuses on promoting its hub Dubai. The new branch in Scandinavia will cater to Danish and Swedish travellers, offering them […]

Sobha Realty, the leading premium real estate developer, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Berkeley Middle East Holding, a multi-national group for top global investment opportunities, during the Arising Sub- Sahara Africa Conference and Awards 2019. The event was held in partnership with the luxury real estate developer at Sobha Hartland. The agreement […]

Dubai SME, the agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Emaar Industries & Investments (EII) to co-operate and collaborate in assisting local SMEs to be part of innovative projects and grow internationally. The MoU […]

Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, is welcoming 4,200 athletes due to compete in the Special Olympics World Games 2019 in Abu Dhabi under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed […]

Dubai Food Festival (DFF) celebrations are in full swing at La Mer, the world-class beachfront destination by Meraas, under the theme ‘Love the Beach, Live the Food’ that reflects its picture-perfect setting and vibrant outdoor dining concepts. Until 9 March, La Mer continues to host unforgettable dining experiences inside beautiful beach pergolas, inviting visitors to […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced the formation of the New Zealand Business Council (NZBC) in Dubai in a move to strengthen UAE-New Zealand relations and expand bilateral economic ties. The New Zealand Business Council is the 50th country-specific business council to be established in Dubai under the umbrella of Dubai Chamber. The […]

Businessman Gaurav Sinha, founder of the branding, design and communications agency Insignia, will be in discussion with fellow author Rehan Khan next Saturday, March 9th at the prestigious Emirates Airline Festival of Literature about his new book Compassion Inc. Published by the UK’s Ebury Press, Compassion Inc. sets out to offer ‘actionable solutions’ towards maintaining […]

Starting the year on a high note, Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Dubai is gearing up to host the event of the season on Saturday, March 16, 2019 in celebration of its 3-year anniversary. Situated on a private island off the shores of the Arabian Gulf, Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Dubai is an urban […]

Within the context of its strategy to promote healthcare system and develop medical facilities for the happiness of clients, the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has launched E-Licensing services, including licensing of private medical facilities and pharmaceutical companies, in addition to renewing both licenses, which target firms and business category. H.E. Dr. Amin Hussein […]

Kite Beach, the adventurous and playful destination by Meraas, is calling on all foodies and fitness enthusiasts to join its free fitness sessions under the theme ‘Get your Balance, Live the Food’ this Dubai Food Festival (DFF). Do not miss the last weekend classes at Kite Beach, where you can enjoy yoga, bootcamps, Zumba, Afro […]

“If you can’t feed a hundred people, then just feed one.” –Mother Teresa City Centre Deira has partnered with Emirates Red Crescent to host a food charity drive this Dubai Food Festival. In line with its commitment towards corporate social responsibility, and to support the communities that surround the mall, City Centre Deira invites residents […]

Riverland™ Dubai, the free-to-enter themed recreational hub at Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, is turning into a paradise for book lovers this March. Visitors will get a chance to engage in a discussion about award-winning book “Baghdad Clock” at Riverland™ Dubai on 9 March at Pascal Tepper […]

The official ceremony for the 2019 Emirates Airline Festival of Literature (1-9 March 2019) took place today with a myriad of voices paying tribute to the Arab world’s annual homage to the written and spoken word. Dana Al Booshi, the young Emirati dynamo, who at 12 years old is the youngest author appearing at the […]

The potential of DP World investing in new infrastructure in Kazakhstan’s ports and logistics sectors was the focus of discussions between global trade enabler DP World’s Chairman and CEO Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem and Kazakhstan’s Prime Minister H.E. Askar Mamin in Astana today. This follows the signing of two framework agreements with the government of […]

Emirates and Dubai Future Accelerators, an initiative of Dubai Future Foundation, have launched the sixth cohort of the Accelerators programme with an opening ceremony to welcome the seven participant teams at Emirates Towers. The opening event was attended by Adel Al Redha, Emirates’ Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer, Khalfan Belhoul, CEO, Dubai Future […]

World Art Dubai, the Middle East’s largest affordable retail art fair, has expanded its accessible programme of features for its landmark fifth edition, which runs at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from April 3-6. The show, which boasts a collection of 150 galleries and artists from more than 30 countries displaying over 3,000 pieces including […]

It was race-time atop the roof of Fairgreen International School in The Sustainable City, Dubai, with solar model cars vrooming ahead under the bright Dubai sun as part of the 2nd International Solar Print, under the Million Solar Stars Challenge (MSS Challenge). Watching all the action come to life was none other than the world-renowned […]

Looking for something to keep the kids engaged after school? KidZania® Dubai has got you covered with a cool new offer which will continue your children’s learning and development after the last school bell. With KidZania® Dubai’s After-School Mania, enjoy the Economy Ticket for only AED 99 when you bring them after 4pm, Sunday to […]

Boxpark, the hip urban destination by Meraas, is inviting visitors to ‘live the food’ in its healthiest form with a specially curated line-up of ‘Know your Ingredients. Live the Food ‘activities. The destination is going organic this Dubai Food Festival (DFF) with fun activities designed to educate children about the benefits of organic farming. Little visitors can participate […]

Grab your shades and flip-flops, and immerse yourself into a Tropical Island Beach Party at LEGOLAND® Water Park, as the water park is set to transform itself into a beachy paradise next month.  Taking place over two weekends; Friday 15 to Saturday 16 March, Friday 22 to Saturday 23 March and then every day for […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts, heritage, and literature, has announced that it will be participating in ITB Berlin, the world’s largest tourism trade fair, to be held in Berlin, Germany, from 6th to 10th March 2019. Dubai Culture, in collaboration with the Department of Tourism and […]

The fourth day of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature saw yet another amazing and insightful day. Focusing on education, children and sustainability, book lovers were left far from disappointed. Highlights of the day included a nail-biting contest, the battle for the eighth Chevron Readers’ Cup which took place at the Festival today, with 80 […]

City Walk, the design-inspired open-air lifestyle destination by Meraas, invites visitors to ‘live the food’ in all its forms and celebrate the eclectic gastronomic experience the destination has to offer with its ‘Meet the Chefs, Live the Food’ event. Running till 9 March as part of the sixth annual Dubai Food Festival (DFF) 2019, this […]

Dubai Food Festival (DFF) celebrations are in full swing at La Mer, the world-class beachfront destination by Meraas, under the theme ‘Love the Beach, Live the Food’ that reflects its picture-perfect setting and vibrant outdoor dining concepts. Until 9 March, La Mer continues to host unforgettable dining experiences inside beautiful beach pergolas, inviting visitors to enjoy […]

If you’ve been hearing buzz surrounding the number 10 recently, it’s not a coincidence! Samsung is celebrating its 10th anniversary with amazing prizes, including the amazing addition to the Galaxy S family, the Galaxy S10, throughout the UAE. The Galaxy Crew surprised people at the least expected places; whether they’re watching a movie, a football […]

During the next World Expo in Dubai in 2020, Belgium will show the world its technological progress to connect minds and create the future. The country’s pavilion, specially built for the occasion, will be a real jewel of architecture and engineering; it will be a green ark spanning several levels. From 20 October 2020 to […]

Ibn Battuta Mall is celebrating International Women’s Day with a special line-up of ladies’ experiences, including a free-to-attend workout by Fitness First, fragrant wellness products, dining rewards and more to mark the occasion on Friday, 8 March. Held at China Court from 9am to 11am, the free workout features Zumba and Pilates training led by […]

Emirates is offering UAE travelers a chance to discover the world or visit family and friends back home this spring break. Book a relaxing beach holiday on a picturesque island in the Maldives, or go on an adventure and visit some of Asia’s most vibrant cities including Phuket and Singapore. European and North American travellers […]

Kurt Kitayama surged into the top five on the European Tour’s Race to Dubai Rankings after securing his second win of the season with a sensational comeback at the 2019 Oman Open at Al Mouj Golf. The 26 year old, who has now won twice in just 11 starts, came into the final round three […]

A perfect way for your little ones to tap into their creative potential this March, at Emaar’s vibrant Downtown Dubai. All through March, #MyDowntownDubai vibes will be heartened with a series of fun-filled workshops. Kids between the ages of 3 and 11 will have the opportunity to explore their craft skills and enhance their creative […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry honoured 33 companies for their corporate social responsibility and sustainability efforts in the second half of 2018 during a recognition ceremony recently held at its premises. The Dubai Chamber CSR Label was presented to Landmark Group and United Engineering Construction Company for the first time. QBG was awarded for […]

Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural Festival Park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has announced that international R&B recording artist and singer Jay Sean will perform live in concert at its Main Stage on Friday, 8th March 2019. The superstar is well known for his chart-topping numbers including ‘Down’, […]

dnata Travel has been named “Favourite Travel Agent” at the annual Condé Nast Traveller Middle East Readers’ Choice Awards. The awards were presented at a gala dinner in Dubai, in front of the region’s leading travel and hospitality operators. “We are proud to be voted the most preferred travel agent by the readers of Condé […]

As anticipation builds ahead of the April opening of MasterChef, the TV Experience, fans of the international TV sensation can sample an exclusive taste of what’s in store at the new restaurant during Taste of Dubai, which runs March 7-9 at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre. MasterChef, the TV Experience, will descend on the three-day food […]

Swedish Orphan Biovitrum (Sobi), an international company dedicated to providing access to innovative treatments for people with rare diseases, has expanded its presence within Dubai Science Park (DSP), a science and healthcare-focused business community. Sobi and DSP have a long-standing relationship with Sobi launching its first offices in DSP in 2012. Guido Oelkers, CEO of […]

The UAE is an exciting destination for food lovers, particularly Dubai which is a global hub for gastronomy. Visitors to the emirates can explore a range of cuisine from virtually every part of the globe, as expatriates bring a taste of their home country to cafes, restaurants and pop-up food stalls. Airbnb Experiences is part […]

In a bid to connect and unite the UAE’s schools and colourful cultures, Brighton College Dubai has partnered with Nikon to launch a month-long photography competition. Inviting students from all UAE based schools to get creative and explore the theme of tolerance through photography, Brighton College Dubai and Nikon are giving two talented students the […]

The third day of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature continued to amaze fans with a line-up of inspiring sessions and workshops from yet more amazing international and local authors. The day focused on the publishing industry, with topics ranging from dynamics of translation, digital changes to the value of editorial and what literary agents […]

Berets MC, a Dubai based bike club will raise awareness for autism with the help of several cause supporters and exhibitors for the fifth year in a row by hosting an Autism Awareness Ride at the Dubai Investment Park on March 15th. This event invites children and teachers from local autism schools, bike riders, and […]

In support of the UAE Government’s move declaring 2019 as the Year of Tolerance, Storytel, the Arabic division of Europe’s leading platform for audiobooks, has set up a recording studio booth at the ongoing 11th Emirates Airline Festival of Literature in Dubai to allow visitors to share their thoughts on how they live and spread […]

Radio personality Richard Dean launched a groundbreaking new book on public speaking at the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2019 – CROWDPLEASER: the 100 greatest public speaking tips of all time from Socrates to Steve Jobs. CROWDPLEASER brings together, for the first time, 100 classic tips, tricks and hacks on the art and science of […]

Novo Cinemas have done it again! The innovative and award-winning brand has unveiled its state-of-the-art flagship location at IMG Worlds of Adventure in Dubai. Bolstering through the region with their largest IMAX® with Laser cinema in Dubai, featuring next-generation Laser technology – Novo’s ultra-modern multiplex comes complete with a stunning ‘cosmic’ aesthetic and boldly represents […]

Students from more than 1,200 schools across the UAE have the chance to build on their creative thinking and innovation skills by sketching ideas that could positively impact society as part of the newly launched Expo 2020 Young Innovators initiative. Building on the notion that innovation can start from a simple design or scribbled plan […]

The Consumer Cooperative Union revealed that the sales of Consumer Cooperatives in the UAE amounted to AED 6 Billion and 843 Million until the end of 2018. The number of shareholders in the cooperatives reached 76, 294, confirming the effectiveness of programs and plans implemented by the cooperatives with the confidence of the shareholders and […]

The Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) has announced that its 2019 budget has increased significantly to AED 1 billion. This increase is a reflection of DAFZA unwavering commitment to continuously increase its contribution to Dubai non-oil trade. DAFZA’s investment in new expansion projects is estimated to be around AED 780 million representing 78% which comes […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently organised a workshop in collaboration with BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP which provided valuable information about the UAE Bankruptcy Law and its impact on both debtors and creditors in the country. The workshop, held at Dubai Chamber’s premises, was attended by Dubai Chamber members, lawyers and […]