His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), the regulatory body for Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the integrated free zone technology park, today announced the launch of the new Dubai campus of Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT Dubai), a leading American university. To meet the increasing number of […]

SENAAT, one of the largest industrial investment holding companies in the UAE, today reaffirmed its support for Tawdheef, the region’s most recruitmentevent, taking placeuntil January 31st at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. For the sixth consecutive year, as an Industrial Partner, SENAAT will offer over 150immediate job placements to qualified applicants, on the group level […]

Thuraya Telecommunications Company today announced the launch of its Thuraya Tracking and Monitoring (T2M) service in conjunction with the launch of the first product release of the year, the T2M-DUAL terminal. A mobile, dual-mode device for superior machine-to-machine (M2M) communications and remote asset tracking and monitoring, the T2M-DUAL enables the simultaneous collection of data from […]

Arab Health 2018 – the largest exhibition for healthcare and trade professionals in the MENA region – kicked off today, hosting more than 4,200 exhibiting companies and 8,000 delegates from across the globe; from 29 January to 1 February at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Deputy […]

Li Haotong outlasted Rory McIlroy in an epic duel to win the Omega Dubai Desert Classic and move to second spot in the Race to Dubai Rankings. The 22-year-old from China finished a stroke ahead of McIlroy to pick up 500,000 points and take his season tally to 523,650, catapulting him from 84th to second […]

The region’s first and largest home buying service SellAnyHome.com has announced that, due to the overwhelming demand, it’s expanding its services to end user and mortgaged buyers 12 month ahead of schedule. The process is simple, end users (those who intend on living in the property) and mortgaged buyers, register for free on SellAnyHome.com/buyers. They […]

Konica Minolta Business Solutions Middle East, announced today that it will convene its annual Middle East Distributor Conference in Dubai, on January 31, 2018. The event will welcome more than eleven distributors from across the Middle East. Led by senior executives and experts from Konica Minolta, this premier event will feature informative sessions, customer case […]

Sahara Centre, Sharjah’s leading retail, entertainment and leisure destination, is proud to be displaying the world’s largest gold ring, Najmat Taiba (Star of Taiba), for the pleasure of its discerning visitors. Customers at the mall will enjoy an exclusive opportunity to view the USD 3 million masterpiece as it becomes Sharjah’s star attraction this month. […]

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, today announced a US$ 16 billion (AED 58.7 billion) deal for 36 additional Airbus A380 aircraft, with 20 firm orders and 16 options. Emirates’ A380 fleet operates both GE and Rolls-Royce engines, and the airline is evaluating engine options for its latest A380 order. The additional Airbus A380s will […]

 Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, today announced that it is participating in this year’s Arab Health Exhibition and Congress (29 Jan – 1 Feb, 2018), where it will be showcasing its broad portfolio of smart digital platforms and intelligent solutions to help address the region’s biggest healthcare challenges. “We […]

Celebrity Cruises is known for its modern luxury cruising and continuous innovation that pushes the cruise industry forward with stunning ships. In November 2018, the company will introduce, Celebrity Edge, a revolutionary new ship which will change the concept of cruises and shatter all expectations. This breakthrough in modern luxury travel will carry 2,900 guests […]

Global financial planning firm Guardian Wealth Management is advising investors in the region to remain cautious about bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies as the digital market falters. In the past month the value of Bitcoin has fallen by 50%, while other cryptocurrencies such as Longfin are down around 10-15%. This drop in value comes as countries […]

As part of CNN’s coverage of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Richard Quest interviews Her Majesty, Queen Rania of Jordan about our ‘fractured world’, the #MeToo movement and achieving gender parity. Queen Rania on the #MeToo movement: “I’m hoping we can look at 2017 as the turning point, as a year we’ve given […]

Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, today announced it is to operate a new hotel in Dubai under its Zabeel House by JumeirahTM brand, having recently signed a management agreement with The Onyx for Development, a subsidiary of Ishraqah for Development Ltd.  The hotel, to be known as Zabeel […]

Nirvana Travel & Tourism is changing people’s perception of road travel by offering for the first time ever in the UAE, the chance to reclaim their time by merging transportation and luxury hospitality with the launch of its newest, and plushest Luxury Bus. As on an airplane’s first-class category, this custom-designed hotel on wheels houses […]

It’s always welcome news when leading beauty brands that we’ve discovered abroad or online land on our fair shores. Korff Milano, the premier European make-up brand launched in the UAE recently. The brand marked its launch with an exclusive gala dinner at Address Hotel, Dubai Mall, which witnessed the presence of a large group of […]

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) teams dominated the Omega Dubai Desert Classic Pro Am, racking top finishes in both the morning and afternoon shotguns at Emirates Golf Club on Wednesday. Making his first appearance in Dubai, American Pat Perez led the EGA-VIII team, comprising WalidAl Attar, Maurizio La Noce and Jake Skelton as amateurs, to a […]

The importance of Canada to DP World’s global operations and the global trade enabler’s commitment to the country were a focus of discussions between DP World Group Chairman and CEO Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem and Canadian Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau in a bilateral meeting at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland this […]

Three young ministers in the UAE government have presented the country’s experience in shaping the future, with an emphasis on adopting services technologies and leading the world in advanced science and artificial intelligence, AI. The beta zone discussion session, titled “The Experience of the UAE in Shaping the Future,” and part of the World Economic […]

The UAE telecom operator, du from Emirates integrated telecommunications company, is set to unveil its many new job opportunities for UAE Nationals across a variety of key business functions within the organisation at ‘Tawdheef 2018’ in Abu Dhabi. Additionally, du has established strong relationships with universities in Abu Dhabi, and continues to support these institutions […]

Middle East healthcare managers are learning the ingredients of operational successfrom one of the United States’ top-rated hospitals, as part of an innovative international leadership training program. Cleveland Clinic’s Global Executive Education courses are designed to provide a bridge between business and medicine, with hands-on training delivered by visionary leaders working on the frontlines of […]

Experts and entrepreneurs are set to discuss innovation across all major sectors in the upcoming inaugural Arab Innovation Forum, organised by the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) on February 26-28, 2018, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The Forum offers an ideal platform for showcasing innovations, discussing topics of interest and forging […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, received Aga Khan IV, Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims, who is currently visiting the country. During the meeting, Sheikh Mohamed welcomed Aga Khan and exchanged talks with him on issues of mutual […]

Emirates will introduce a new non-stop service between Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Dubai from 1 June 2018, adding to its existing daily flight which operates with a stop in Athens, Greece. The new non-stop service will be operated with an Emirates Boeing 777-300ER, offering 8 suites in First Class, 42 seats in Business, […]

Dubai Propertiesis proud to hosttheannual Dragon Boat Race at Marasi Business Bay from 9-10 February. The 11th edition of the popular water sport race will welcome an estimated 5,000 spectators and over 1,500 participants across 75 teams. The 2018 edition of the race promises to be the biggest yet! Visitors and fans attending the racewill […]

This January, YasWaterworldcelebrates its 5th anniversary. Since 2013 the park stands as the country’s unique Emirati-themed aquatic adventure park – and Abu Dhabi’s favorite. YasWaterworldmoved its way into the hearts of families across the UAE and abroad, thanks to itsoriginal adventureof The Lost Pearl, brought to life through a captivating world of rides, slides and […]

Miral announced today that the new vibrant beachfront community space A’L BAHAR opening is on schedule to open by the end of Q1 this year, and that 80 percent of entertainment and food and beverage outlets have now been leased at the beachfront project at the Corniche, Abu Dhabi. Delivering on the capital’s vision of offering […]

Dubai-based flydubai has announced the start of flights to Thessaloniki in Greece and Aqaba in Jordan from June 2018. The latest additions to the growing flydubai network give passengers from the UAE and the region the option to travel to more than 100 destinations through Dubai’s aviation hub. flydubai is the first UAE carrier to operate […]

11,675 AED was donated to SEDRA Foundation for the Inclusion of People of Determination at the conclusion of the Abu Dhabi HSBC World Championship presented by EGA yesterday, thanks to the incredible skills of the world’s best golfers and three generous tournament sponsors. Emirates Motor Company (EMC), the authorised Mercedes-Benz distributor in Abu Dhabi and […]

Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) and Huawei Consumer Business Group (CBG) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to unite their efforts in positioning Dubai as the destination of choice  for tourists from Middle East, Africa, and China. The MoU was signed by Mr. Issam Kazim, CEO, Dubai Tourism and Mr. Gene Jiao, President of […]

(IWS) International Watercolor Society in collaboration with the Cartoon Art Gallery will be hosting a 4 day Watercolor Festival in UAE from 22nd till 25thof February followed by 4 day painting tour from 26th February to 1st of March 2018. Thiswill be the region’s largest Art Festival dedicated to Water Colors. It will be the only one of […]

Adrenaline and thrill seekers are in for a treat as Riverland™ Dubai, the free to enter, themed dining and entertainment destination located at the heart of Dubai Parks and Resorts, will bring back the “Xtreme Acts on the River” event for the second year running for 4 days, between 31st Jan-3rd Feb 2018. Following last […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the sixth edition of the World Government Summit (WGS 2018) will run from February 11 to 13, 2018. The upcoming edition of the Summit will bring pivotal changes to the structure […]

The Electric Vehicle Road Trip Middle East will reach its final destination at The Sustainable City, Dubai on January 26th at 2:00pm, where a huge community celebration will take place to welcome home the convoy from the epic nine-day road trip, in the presence of H.E. Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al-Zeyoudi, Minister of Climate Change […]

 Fikra has announced the selection of the first Designers-in-Residence at Fikra Campus that opened in December 2017. Adnan Arif and Kevin Zweerink have already begun conducting their design research and delving into an experimental process of making which they will be exploring for the next three months concluding with an exhibition at the Fikra Campus. […]

Innovation start-ups from across the world will present their ideas and products for the first time in Abu Dhabi from 5 to 6 February 2018 at the Innovation Theatre at the Global Forum for Innovations in Agriculture (GFIA Abu Dhabi 2018) at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC). Held under the patronage of Ministry of […]

A record 4.875 million people stayed in Abu Dhabi’s 162 hotels and hotel apartments during 2017, meaning the emirate recorded an impressive 9.8% year-on-year rise. Figures released by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT) for its hospitality sector reveal that the number of guests staying in Abu Dhabi city during the year rose […]

Al Seef, La Mer and The Beach, world-class waterfront destinations by Meraas will simultaneously mark the end of the 23rd edition of Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) with a spectacular firework show on 27 January 2018. Throughout the month-long shopping festival, the destinations have been offering spellbinding experiences that included mega prizes, breathtaking fireworks displays every […]

Come December and two of Europe’s biggest teams, nine-time European Champions League winners FC Barcelona Handbol and 2016 continental champions PGE Vive Kielce, will land in Dubai to battle for a prize-purse of $500,000 in the inaugural “500 Super Final Handball”. Being organised under the aegis of Dubai Sports Council, the 500 Super Final will […]

The elite athletes competing in this week’s Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon may have record-breaking ambitions following some slight changes to the route for the 19th staging of the Middle East’s biggest mass participation event on Friday (January 26). Last year’s men’s champion Tamirat Tola set a new course record of 2h:04m:11s before admitting he should […]

Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, today announced the launch of Zabeel House by Jumeirah. This exciting second brand from Jumeirah Group, which already operates the award winning luxury Stay DifferentTM brand, has been created in response to the continuing and growing travel trend for exploration and enrichment […]

His Highness the Aga Khan, spiritual leader of the Shia Ismaili Muslim Community arrived in Dubai yesterday evening on an official visit. The Aga Khan’s visit to the UAE is part of a series of visits taking place globally in commemoration of his Diamond Jubilee marking 60 years of his Imamat as the spiritual leader […]

A study commissioned by MEDLAB, the largest laboratory expo and congress worldwide, reveals that 55% of GCC residents believe that their doctors can diagnose them without clinical laboratory results, indicating that the vast majority of people still have minimal awareness about the role clinical laboratories play in the comprehensive process of diagnosis, and ultimately treatment. […]

Novo Cinemas is endeavouring to add another record to Dubai’s ever-growing trophy cabinet by attempting to break the Guinness World Record for ‘The Largest Maze, Human Maze’. The challenge, which is being undertaken in celebration of the release of the MAZE RUNNER: THE DEATH CURE movie, will take place in Festival Bay at Dubai Festival […]

With thearrival of the all-new 2018 Terrainin the Middle East region, GMChas unveiled the next chapter of design via aboldlystyled and intelligentlyengineered successor to the brand’s popular compact SUV. The Terrainoffers greater refinement and versatility to adapt to customers’ unique needs, and it’s packed with more available advanced safety technologies than ever before. GMC offers […]

Jumeirah Golf Estates, the world-class residentialgolf destination offering luxury homes and leisure facilities among two internationally-acclaimed championship golf courses, celebrated a record year of sales success at its annual broker awards. Over 30real estate professionals gathered to receiverecognition for their contribution and success from the leadership of Jumeirah Golf Estate’s at ceremony at its state-of-the-art […]

Cadillac has announced the Middle East arrival of the 2018 Escalade, which now includes a new standard 10-speed automatic transmission with an even wider 7.39 gear ratio spread. The Escalade has long defined spacious luxury driving, with its modern design, powerful capability and sumptuous amenities that keep luxury firmly in the driver’s seat. Christian Soemmer, […]

Dubai Holding is set to smash its own formidable record for the number of corporate competitors when the city takes to the streets for the 19th staging of the Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon on Friday (January 26). More than 3,400 runners will represent Dubai Holding across the three races – the Marathon, the 10km Road Race and the 4km Fun Run – […]

With the weather continuing at a steady chill and thousands of feet of exciting experiences to cover, you’ll want to keep your energy up at the premiere destination for family and fun; Global Village! And what better way to stay elevated than with a cup of tea? Gearing up for a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title […]

Nissan has revealed the Xmotion concept, a design exploration for a potentially groundbreaking compact SUV, building on the company’s long history of cutting-edge crossovers and SUVs. Making its world debut at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the six-passenger, three-row Nissan Xmotion (pronounced “cross motion”) concept fuses Japanese culture and traditional craftsmanship […]

A delegation from the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS) managed by Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) attended Boot Düsseldorf, one of the largest premier marine shows for yachting, watersports and fishing currently underway in Düsseldorf, Germany. The ADIBS team’s participation, alongside partners British Marine and Superyacht UK, is aimed at increasing awareness of industry prospects […]

Chinese arrivals to the GCC will increase 21% to 2021, rising to 2.5 million visitors annually, according to data released ahead of Arabian Travel Market 2018, which takes place at Dubai World Trade Centre from April 22-25. Published by Colliers International, the data predicts Saudi Arabia will experience the highest proportionate increase in arrivals from […]

Fresh off their brilliant victories last week, Sergio Garcia and Tommy Fleetwood will look to keep the momentum going when the European Tour rolls into the city for the Omega Dubai Desert Classic starting at Emirates Golf Club from Thursday. Playing 5,892-km apart, the sizzling duo set the tone for the season with Masters winner […]

Reigning Race to Dubai champion Tommy Fleetwood is in familiar territory after moving to the top of this season’s Race to Dubai rankings by successfully defending his Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship presented by EGA title. The Englishman overcame difficult conditions on the final day, finishing two shots ahead of fellow countryman Ross Fisher to pick […]

The private world of exclusive networking events for the region’s C-suite elite steps out of the shadows on Wednesday 24th January, with the new year’s first edition of the Emirates World Club ‘Business Series 2018’ taking place at the Steigenberger Hotel in Dubai’s Business Bay. Attracting corporate Presidents, CEOs, GMs, MDs CFOs and other senior […]

Emaar Development (DFM: EMAARDEV) has recorded total sales worth approximately AED 1 billion at the launch of the first residences in Emaar Beachfront, the restricted island destination in the Arabian Gulf, following the overwhelming response from UAE-based and international investors. With its unique value proposition of offering exclusive access to residents to a private beach, Emaar Beachfront […]

Ismail Sethi, Regional Product Marketing Manager for SUV, Crossovers and Electric Vehicles at Nissan, spoke at the first edition of the Mobility Conference during a panel discussing the challenges and opportunities for mass low emission vehicle adoption in the UAE. The session took place January 18, 2018, at the 11th World Future Energy Summit in […]

Zurich Insurance Group (Zurich), Title Sponsor of the PGA TOUR’s Zurich Classic of New Orleans, has named Sergio Garcia and Tommy Fleetwood as the newest members of the Zurich Golf Ambassadors Program. Garcia, a Spaniard currently tenth in the Official World Golf Rankings, captured his first career major at the 2017 Masters Tournament. Fleetwood, an […]

Chillout Productions has announced their final line up of all artists showcasing at the 16th edition of the Emirates Airline Dubai Jazz Festival 2018. Previously, the organizers had confirmed that Grammy award winning Duran Duran, John Legend, and the evergreen Ricky Martin would be setting the stage ablaze with their performances at the festival, taking place at the Dubai […]

Guests are invited to celebrate Chinese New Year 2018 with an authentic experience on Al Maryah Island, from 15th to 17th February. Visitors will enjoy an array of events on offer, from traditional Chinese dances and entertainment, to enigmatic performances from the Far East, and a delicious food market. Abu Dhabi’s business and lifestyle destination […]

Electrolux, a global leader in household appliances, marked the launch of its annual ‘Give a Ghaf’ Tree Planting Programme on Thursday with 500 students planting and dedicating Ghaf trees seeds at the Dubai British School in Dubai. The programme is now in its fourth year of operation, with a total of 15,000 trees being planted so far across the UAE. This […]

Al Hilal Bank was awarded the “Best CSR in Islamic Banking UAE” Award for its Child Safety CSR Campaign by CPI Financial, a leading financial publication in the Middle East. Alex Coelho, CEO of Al Hilal Bank received the award on behalf of the bank from Saleh Al Akrabi, Chairman CPI Financial and CEO DIFC […]

Powerful animated feature film THE BREADWINNER will hit theatres throughout the GCC on January 25th. From executive producer Angelina Jolie and the creators of the Academy Award®-nominated The Secret of Kells and Song of the Sea, comes the highly-anticipated new feature based on Deborah Ellis’ best-selling young adult novel. THE BREADWINNER tells the story of Parvana, an 11-year-old girl […]

“Alice in Wonderland” a beautiful rendition by the Ballet Centre’s students on stage this Friday the 20th of January raised 75,000 Dirhams for Cancer Research and was donated generously by Mangalika Jayalath – The MD of the Ballet Centre to Al Jalila Foundation. Mangalika Jayalath – The Managing Director of the Ballet Centre, says “This was […]

Abu Dhabi Ship Building PJSC (ADSB), a leading provider of construction, repair and refit services for naval, military and commercial vessels, and strategic partner to the UAE Armed Forces, has partnered with Rolls-Royce to lay the groundwork for the provision of enhanced naval shipbuilding, repair and refit services across the GCC. Dr. Khaled Al Mazrouei, […]

du launched an exciting draw to give two lucky du Caller Tune customers the ultimate opportunity to enjoy the world-renowned musician AR Rahman performing live in his upcoming Dubai concert, titled The Journey: Celebrating Music. All du pre-paid and post-paid customers have to do for a chance to win this draw that will end on […]

Emaar Development (DFM: EMAARDEV) has unveiled a private gated island destination in the Arabian Gulf, offering residents the opportunity to experience Miami beach style living in Dubai. With pristine views of the Arabian Sea and providing exclusive access for residents to a 1.5 km private beach, the new 10 million square feet Emaar Beachfront destination […]

Business France, the national agency in charge of the international development of the French Economy will be hosting a French Pavilion at INTERSEC DUBAI, the international meeting platform for the Security and Safety industry. As a true springboard for companies looking to develop in the Near and Middle East markets, but also the Indian sub-continent […]

Dubai-based Emirates Airline has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to acquire up to 36 additional A380 aircraft. The agreement was signed this morning at the airline’s headquarters in Dubai by HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group, and John Leahy, Chief Operating Officer Customers, Airbus Commercial […]

In a rare celebration of music and the resonant power of Master virtuoso, AR Rahman, girls from GEMS Our Own English High School, Dubai came together for a grand ode to the noted composer and to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the school’s opening, anchoring it as one of the nation’s great institutions. The live […]

Spain’s Pablo Larrazabal, winner of the 2014 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship presented by EGA captained Zimbabwe’s Special Olympic athlete Munyaradzi Musariri as part of a unified team during the Pro-Am ahead of the long standing European Tour event. The unified team is a part of ongoing efforts of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the […]

250 combined efforts of 250 companies led by “Korooti” an Emirati company launched “VAT ON US” to reduce the cost of expenses on UAE residents. An event was held at Asiana Hotel in Dubai this week between several companies to announce VAT ON US initiative. The company social  responsibility initiative is created to reduce expenses on […]

Art lovers were invited to the Capital Club this week, to witness globally renowned British contemporary artist, Carne Griffiths, paint a very special portrait of Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, to mark 100 years since the celebrated founding father of UAE was born. Organised by fine art gallery West Contemporary and the Capital Club, […]

Young star players from New York City FC took in the sights and sounds of Abu Dhabi as part of a whirlwind tour of the UAE capital. The Major League Soccer players got to visit many of Abu Dhabi’s notable landmarks while they filmed two video projects with Etihad that will be released this season. […]

Today, MediclincCity Hospital announced that it successfully carried out the first two robotic-assistedorthopaedic surgeriesin the Middle East. The NAVIO Surgical System offers accurate and partial knee replacements and the AI solution was used to conduct the successful knee surgeries in Dubai. The recent Mediclinic City Hospital surgeries consisted of partial and total knee replacement surgeries. […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, has received a record number of submissions for the eighth edition of SIKKA Art Fair, which will be hosted from 17th to 26thMarch 2018 at Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood.The Authority’s expert judging panel is currently assessing over 200 submissions […]

Myriam Fares, one of the most popular Lebanese pop artists will perform live on the Main Cultural Stage at Global Village on Friday, 19th January 2018. An accomplished singer, dancer and entertainer, Myriam has released five albums to date and boasts hits in three main Arabic dialects – Lebanese, Egyptian and Khaleeji. Myriam’s popularity was endorsed […]

Majid Al Futtaim—the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia—is highlighting the region’s pressing need to conserve water through the new ‘One drop means a lot’ initiative in its malls in the UAE. In line with the Net Positive commitments launched earlier in 2017, which aim to […]

It will take a marathon effort by many departments of the Government of Dubai to prepare for the city’s role in the athletics’ world spotlight next week, with more than 30,000 runners expected to take to the streets for the Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon. An army of police personnel, RTA staff, Dubai Municipality teams and ambulance […]

For two weeks, starting on January 17, 2018, Epson mobile trucks will stop at various locations in Dubai, giving residents an amazing opportunity to experience high-definition wide screen entertainment with Epson’s EH-TW5600 home cinema projector in three different scenarios- gaming, sports and movies- all within a typical home environment. In a recent study by Epson […]

In furtherance of Microsoft’s resolute commitment to the enhancement of learning experiences worldwide, the company today announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with leading global education provider GEMS Education. The MoU is sharply focused on digital transformation in the classroom, and improving outcomes for students, based on Microsoft’s own Educational Transformation Framework. […]

The Founder and Chairman of DAMAC Properties, Hussain Sajwani, will be speaking about the increasing demand for advanced digital skills on day one of the World Economic Forum (WEF), taking place on 23 – 26 January, in Davos, Switzerland. Sajwani’s session participation brings into focus the Middle East’s efforts in developing ICT skills among its […]

The pinnacle of world triathlon, the ITU World Triathlon Abu Dhabi, will return to the UAE’s capital on 2 and 3 March 2018 bringing together 120 of the world’s best triathletes, including Olympic medalists and World Champions. 2018 marks the fourth year that Abu Dhabi will host the season-opening race before it heads to eight […]

With London retaining its position as the most attractive international investment destination for Middle East investors, Cluttons’ latest research report has identified East Dulwich, Greenwich, Canada Water, Maida Vale and Hammersmith as upcoming residential hotspots, likely to offer the highest rental returns for prospective investors. Conducted in partnership with the Consumer Data Research Centre and […]

Defending Champion Tommy Fleetwood, World No.1 Dustin Johnson, four time Major Champion Rory McIlroy, Olympic gold, silver and bronze medallists, Justin Rose, Henrik Stenson and Matt Kuchar and past champions Paul Casey and Martin Kaymer were joined by a host of the world’s best golfers to mark the new year in Abu Dhabi. In a […]

Today, du announced at CABSAT 2018 that it has partnered with Al Aan TV to add its main channel on the Arabsat satellite in high definition (HD). du is currently broadcasting the Standard Definition (SD) version of Al Aan TV on 7W orbital position and Jawna TV on Arabsat. CABSAT 2018 is currently taking place […]

ENGIE, a worldwide energy leader, and the leading independent power and water developer/operator in the GCC countries,launched Partnering Robotics’ Diya One. Diya One was introduced during the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi for the first time in the Middle East region during a Tech Talk session, which took place at the Energy Efficiency […]

Defending champion Rafa Botello of Spain will face a world-class field of racers including nine-time world champion and double Paralympic gold medalist Marcel Hug of Switzerland when the most talented line-up in the event’s history takes to the course for the Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon on January 26. The Spaniard took victory by just three […]

Global Village, the region’s first multicultural festival park,and afamily destination for culture, shopping and entertainment,has announced a new record of more than 2.4 million guest entries over the two-month period since its opening on 1stNovember 2017with 9/10 happiness score. This is a resoundingendorsement of the unprecedented guest experience it offers and of its ever growing […]

Saxo Bank, the online multi-asset trading and investment specialist, has today announced the launch of the Essential account – a price competitive solution for entry-level traders bolstering Saxo’s ambition to compete on price, product, service and platform. Having launched in the UAE earlier this month, the new account type will be rolled out in the […]

A new policy brief co-authored by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the World Resources Institute (WRI) finds that increasing the share of renewables, in particular solar photovoltaic (PV) and wind, in India’s power mix, and implementing changes in cooling technologies mandated for thermal power plants would not only lower carbon emissions intensity, but […]

The field for the inaugural NBO Oman Open has been further strengthened by the addition of Ryder Cup stars Robert Karlsson and Nicolas Colsaerts. Taking place at the stunning Al Mouj Golf in Muscat from February 15-18, the tournament, which represents the biggest professional sports event ever to take place in the Sultanate, has caught […]

Participating in Cabsat 2018, satellite operator Yahlive and Direct-to-Home (DTH) operator Entertainment and Reality TV Hub (EARTH) announced the addition of 35TV channels,catering to the South Asian viewersin the GCC, in a bid to curb piracy and support efforts toeliminateillegal viewing platforms in the region. The UAE-based operator aims to create an officialSouth Asian TV […]

Arab Health – the largest gathering of healthcare and trade professionals in the MENA region –reveals that 45% of GCC residents find wearable technology, such as fitness trackers or smart watches, an effective way to monitor their personal health. In a GCC-wide survey commissioned by Arab Health 2018, 50% of respondents aged 18 to 24 […]

An independent survey of more than 1,000 residents about how trust is built in products and services has highlighted that people still rely overwhelmingly on personal recommendations in the social media and advertising age. Some 84% of those polled said they trusted face-to-face recommendations of products and services from their friends and family. When asked […]

For almost 30 years the Omega Dubai Desert Classic has lit up the European Tour International Schedule with stellar fields and a history of wonderful champions. Now, in 2018, it will be doing it literally. Promoters of the Omega Dubai Desert Classic have invested in state-of-the-art floodlighting around the combined ninth and 18th greens on […]

Today, du has announced that it has partnered with Abu Dhabi Media (ADM) and launched a new television channel – NatGeo Kids Abu Dhabi. This television channel is especially designed for children and will provide a variety of educational programmes, going beyond entertainment and cartoons. du is supporting this project with their largest Direct-to-Home (DTH) […]

Amana Healthcare – a recognized leader in using innovative technology in rehabilitation at its hospitals and clinics in the UAE – will highlight the role of robotic-assisted rehabilitation as part of the “Health Innovation Hub” at the upcoming Dubai Health Forum 2018, to be held at Madinat Jumeirah on January 15-16. The Dubai Health Forum […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, has hosted a ‘Year of Zayed 2018’ exhibition through its CSR Team in cooperation with Dubai Customs. The exhibition took place on the side-lines of the Carpet and Art Oasis Exhibition and was held in the Dubai World Trade […]

Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (EMPOWER), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, shared new insights in innovation in district cooling and its role in developing smart cities at the latest State of Green Economy Report launched on Thursday, (January 11, 2018) at the Jumeirah Emirates Towers. Empower CEO Ahmad Bin Shafar was recognised at […]

Samsung Gulf Electronics today announced its launch of the Galaxy A8 and A8+ in UAE, offering users a stylish design, practical everyday features, advanced camera capabilities, and much more. With the Samsung Galaxy A8 and A8+, you can capture the essence of who you truly are on a smartphone made to suit your unique lifestyle. […]

Yas Marina Circuit will host a mix of international and homegrown events this weekend as the popular Yas Racing Series returns for Round 2. Back on both Friday and Saturday, the Formula 4 UAE will return to its home grid at Yas Marina Circuit for another exciting preview of tomorrow’s motor racing superstars. This FIA-accredited […]

 The Zayed Future Energy Prize has officially achieved a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the “Largest environmental sustainability lesson”, announced on January 10. A total of 282 students from across the UAE took part in the sustainability-themed lesson at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, presented by Illac Angelo Diaz, Executive Director of Liter of Light, the […]

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has held its annual gathering with strategic and pillar partners with the aim of boosting relationships and cooperation. The event also intended to improve the business conduct to bring it in line with the directives of the government calling for boosting public-private partnerships. The gathering was held at Palazzo […]

January 2018 will see Celebrity Cruises join its sister lines, Royal Caribbean International and Azamara Club Cruises, under the representation of Safeen Tourism LLC which operates as Royal Caribbean Arabia. As the region’s leading cruise representative, Royal Caribbean Arabia has been championing the world’s most innovative and state-of-the-art cruise experiences for over a decade. Ranked among the top […]

The inaugural edition of the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS), organised by Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) in association with British Marine, has received an overwhelming response from exhibitors and industry professionals at the London Boat Show. Running from 10 to 14 January at ExCeL London in the UK capital, the London Boat […]

In line with its efforts to provide a better quality of life in the Middle East, Bee’ah, the region’s fastest growing environmental management company, has underscored its unshakeable vision for sustainability by purchasing the first and largest fleet of Tesla Semi trucks in the Middle East. The announcement was made in-line with Bee’ah’s participation at […]

The Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) today announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Group of Strategic Vision ‘Russia – Islamic World’ (RIW Group) to exchange expertise and best practices in the field of Islamic economy. His Excellency Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of DIEDC, […]

Rayhan Thomas insists he has the attributes and temperament to compete at the top level as he joins a strong MENA Tour contingent, hoping to make the most of a “massive opportunity” at the Omega Dubai Desert Classic at Emirates Golf Club later this month. “I can’t wait to get started. It will be fun […]

His Highness Sheikh Hasher bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, Director General, Dubai Information Department visited du’s stand at CABSAT 2018 (#ZB2-A70) today. His Highness was received by Ahmed Al Muhaideb, Vice President, Broadcasting and IPTV Service Operations, and other representatives of the company’s senior management, who briefed him on how du is empowering its […]

Canon Inc. ranked third for the number of U.S. patents awarded in 2017, becoming the only company in the world to have ranked in the top five for 32 years running, according to the latest ranking of preliminary patent results issued by IFI CLAIMS Patent Services. What’s more, Canon once again ranked first among Japanese […]

Sharjah’s NAMA Women Advancement Establishment (NAMA) and the London-based international organization Global Thinkers Forum (GTF) have launched the Athena MENA Mentoring Programme 2018 to help women in the region to develop new skills and expertise, and to enhance, enrich and expand their professional and personal prospects. The two organisations confirmed the launch of the programme […]

Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort, the highest five-star resort in the Middle East, won global winner in the ‘Luxury New Hotel’ category, and country winner in the ‘Luxury Mountain Resort‘ category, in the World Luxury Travel Awards that took place in December 2017. The awards recognise luxury hotels for their world-class facilities and excellence in customer service, […]

Global EVRT has revealed the exciting list of events planned for its convoy of drivers during its 1217km Electric Vehicle Road Trip, including the UAE’s first drag race between electric and petrol vehicles. The event, which sets off from Abu Dhabi on 18thJan, will take in stunning desert landscapes, twisting mountain roads and picturesque coastal […]

Two of the world’s leading marathon runners Aselefech Mergia and Mare Dibaba will go head-to-head in the women’s event when the Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon gets underway on January 26. Mergia, who turns 33 just three days before the event, is the greatest female runner in the history of the Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon having […]

Post the festive season, there’s nothing quite like planning your next holiday to chase away the holiday blues! British Airways has just announced the perfect way for residents across the UAE to brighten up their January with the launch of their massive global special fares campaign. In addition, the UK carrier has revealed some of […]

Ernie Els has insisted his desire to succeed still burns as strong as ever as he returns to a familiar hunting ground later this month at the Omega Dubai Desert Classic at Emirates Golf Club. One of the most prolific winners of his generation, Els enjoys fond memories of the longest-running European Tour event in […]

Epson will highlight an array of innovations in printing for signage, graphics, dye sublimation, textile, and labels from 14th to 16th January 2018, at SGI Middle East show at the Dubai World Trade Center. At the show, Epson will launch its brand new SureColor SC-F9300 64-inch dye sublimation textile printer for fast, high-volume clothing, textiles, […]

Business France, the national agency supporting the international development of the French economy will once again host the French pavilion at CABSAT from 14 to 16 January 2018 at the DWTC, the Middle East’s leading audiovisual show. With 19 companies grouped under an area of 180 square meters, the French Pavilion will introduce companies of […]

Star players from New York City FC took to the field in Abu Dhabi to give special coaching sessions to boys and girls this week. The youth players, who all attend City Football Schools in the UAE capital, were put through their paces on the pitch at Zayed Sports City by Jack Harrison, Rodney Wallace […]

His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Climate Change & Environment, announced the launch of two environmental initiatives by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MOCCAE) for 2018 that has been declared the Year of Zayed. The first initiative will include planting 30,000 mangrove trees, the second to cultivate coral gardens, […]

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd today at the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) outlined its vision and strategy for intelligent Internet of Things (IoT) experiences. During today’s press conference, Samsung demonstrated its unique ability to make seamlessly connected consumer experiences across Samsung devices at home, at the office and on-the-go. Samsung has been working to make […]

The number of Russian tourists travelling to the GCC in 2020 is expected to be 38% higher than the arrival figures recorded for 2016, according to data published recently by Arabian Travel Market 2018, which takes place at Dubai World Trade Centre from April 22-25, 2018. Looking at the economic drivers, the value of the […]

The award-winning Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship presented by EGA has announced its final player field ahead of the action which tees off next week from 18 – 21 January, with notable additions to the world-class field including Rafa Cabrera Bello, Ernie Els, Tyrell Hatton, Matthew Fitzpatrick, Lee Westwood, and Danny Willett. Staged at the iconic […]

Meraas has opened doors to its luxuriously appointed Bluewaters Residence show apartment on site at Bluewaters, a mixed-use destination taking shape on a manmade island off the Jumeirah Beach Residence coastline. The show apartment offers prospective buyers a taste of the plush island lifestyle the destination’s residents are set to experience, through exclusive access to […]

Diversification and the high degree of openness in Dubai along with the positive impact of global trends will boost economic growth in the emirate in 2018 and beyond, according to the ‘Dubai Economic Outlook’ report released on the sidelines of the ‘UAE Economic Outlook’ forum, which concluded today in Abu Dhabi. The report says that […]

ConsenSys, the fastest growing blockchain venture studio focused on Ethereum, has announced the opening of its office in the Dubai Design District (d3). The office will be the company’s second largest operation globally. “ConsenSys is the largest Ethereum company in the world and is committed to growing the ecosystem in the Middle East,” said Joseph […]

Festival enthusiasts, mark the date in your calendars! Organisers of the region’s biggest literary event have announced that tickets will go on sale to the general public on 15 January, 2018. The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature, celebrating its 10th anniversary, will take place from 1-10 March at InterContinental, Dubai Festival City. More than 180 […]

Aldar Properties PJSC (‘Aldar’), Abu Dhabi’s leading listed property development, investment and management company, will continue to handover homes at its Ansam and Al Hadeel developments as well as commence handovers of plots on Nareel Island and at Al Merief this quarter. Construction also continues to make strong progress across Aldar’s remaining live developments. Ansam […]

Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, completed a year of strong growth in 2017. The air cargo carrier’s robust performance, set against the backdrop of a resurgent global air cargo market, was underlined by the introduction of specialised customer focused air transportation solutions across a number of industry verticals and by continued investment in […]

Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality and leisure business of Emaar Properties PJSC, and Rove Hotels – a joint venture of Meraas Holding and Emaar Properties PJSC, have joined hands with Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC), an independent forum aimed at conserving the environment by strengthening and promoting green building practices, to secure the ‘Green Key’ […]

Two of Dubai’s most iconic landmarks –  the Burj Khalifa and Burj Al Arab – have been given a Star Wars spin by Instagram artist Paperboyo (Rich McCor), who travelled to Dubai from London to create Star Wars architectural artwork, in celebration of the release of Star Was: The Last Jedi. Rich’s unique work – in […]

The European Tour will welcome another new event to its international schedule next month when the NBO Oman Open makes its debut at the stunning Greg Norman-designed Al Mouj Golf in Muscat from February 15-18. A star-studded line-up including Ryder Cup stars Andy Sullivan and Chris Wood along with former Open Champion Paul Lawrie – […]

Al Raha Beach Hotel, the luxury beachfront hotel in Abu Dhabi, has won 12 awards in the La Cuisine by SIAL chef competition held alongside SIAL Middle East at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) in December 2017. The hotel has been participating at the competition since 2011 and has won several awards each […]

“An excellent reflection of the prestige of the event and its prominence on a global sporting stage.”

Abu Dhabi is set to host the Global Forum for Innovation In Agriculture (GFIA Abu Dhabi 2018) which will run from 5 to 6 February, 2018 at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC). Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, Chairman […]

With a future-centric agenda committed to advancing sustainable waste management and recycling across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), Abu Dhabi is gearing up to host the fifth edition of EcoWASTE Exhibition. Taking place January 15th-18th, 2018 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, the event is hosted by Masdar, as part of the […]

 Truxapp, a technology-enabled trucking and logistics provider, which has been working since 2015, is rapidly establishing itself as a market leader in the road freight and trucking sector. Truxapp has aggregated over 350,000 trucks and over 200 corporate clients as a group with revenue projections of US$1 billion by 2022, with over 40% of the revenues […]

 Digitalks, Middle East’s first digitally-focused conference series unveils its impressive line-up of renowned thought leaders. With the theme of “The Rising e-commerce Trends in the Middle East,” attendees will discuss the latest trends and solutions that will help them compete and win in today’s dynamic digital environment. The conference will bring together a wide slate […]

Emirates and flydubai will offer travellers even more connectivity and flight options in 2018, with new codeshare flights planned to Krakow in Poland from 8 April, and Catania in Italy from 13 June. Both Dubai-based airlines currently offer customers a breadth of travel options across their complementary networks, with codeshares to 81 destinations and more […]

Whirlpool Corporation is taking its smart home appliance capabilities to new heights with Apple Watch. Rolling out in early 2018, connected appliances from Whirlpool Corporation will allow consumers to remotely communicate with ovens, washers and dryers via Apple Watch.  The collaboration marks the first time an appliance maker has connected its products with Apple Watch […]

Sahara Centre, Sharjah’s leading retail and leisure mall, has launched a mega promotion campaign running from 4th to 6th January 2018, offering customers unprecedented discounts of up to 80% across the range of retail brands under its roof. The campaign is part of a Sharjah-wide initiative, titled ‘Sharjah Grand Discounts,’ that aims to further enhance […]

 Dubai International Blockchain Summit (DIBS), concluded in the same manner as it began; with a promise of being one of the most relevant platforms for knowledge sharing, development and adaptation of Blockchain across various disciplines and industries. The event, which hosted expert speakers from across the globe featured a series of insightful speeches, presentations and […]

British Airways is today announcing a multi-million pound investment in its World Traveller (long-haul economy cabin) catering, introducing an exciting and expanded new menu, which provides more quantity and quality to both meals and great snacking options throughout the flight. Options now include: Pretzels with the welcome drink Four-course meal with starter, entrée, dessert, cheese […]

DP World marked today its 10-year public listing on Nasdaq Dubai with a ceremonial event at the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), attended by Sultan Bin Sulayem, Chairman and CEO of DP World, His Excellency Essa Kazim, Governor of the DIFC and Chairman of DFM and Hamed Ali, CEO of Nasdaq Dubai. DP World Group Chairman […]

The World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2018 will include the inaugural edition of the Mobility Conference, organisers of the annual event announced today. Held January 18 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, the Mobility Conference will feature a series of specialist sessions on low emission vehicles, underlining their growing importance in the UAE and […]

Gulf Photo Plus (GPP), Dubai’s premiere center for photography, is proud to announce the date and program for SONY PhotoFriday, one of the biggest photography days in Dubai’s creative calendar. SONY PhotoFriday will take place on the 9th of February as part of GPP Photo Week at Alserkal Avenue. Organized annually by Gulf Photo Plus, […]

Marina Mall Abu Dhabi is to welcome the international stars of TV’s most popular talent show to the capital for seven-days of amazing, fun-filled performances from January 14th-20th. The ‘Got Talent Live’ show will see winners or runners-up from previous series of the TV show that aired in America, Ukraine, Romania, Britain, France and Asia, […]

Have a safe trip! Typically, when we wish someone well before they leave on a journey we are referring to their physical safety while in transit. But, increasingly, there’s another consideration – their online security. Over the past year, compromises of payment card data from Point-of-Sale (POS) systems, network intrusions against third-party suppliers, and cyber […]

In the same way that a CFO sets out the strategy and framework for investment and cash flow, CIOs and CTOs need to take control of making dataflow work for their organisations. Data is now a currency, but one which carries extra responsibility for the holder, especially where our personal information is involved. This data […]

Growing global trade opportunities, diversifying its business across the supply chain and exploring smart innovation technologies were key strands of DP World’s operations in 2017 which included over USD 1 billion in capital expenditure year to date. A series of acquisitions, technology tie-ups and sustainable business achievements all formed part of the activities that saw […]

Search for better efficiency, customised solutions and consistent quality are key factors that drive fabricators to newer technology and high-tech machinery. And, one trade event that has undoubtedly won the trust of the regional metal working industry by providing them the best year-after-year is SteelFab. To be held at Expo Centre Sharjah from January 15 to 18, […]

The UAE’s leading tourism and news website Hotelandrest.com has ranked the Dubai Frame as the most culturally significant landmark amongst those completed in 2017 in the world. The Dubai Frame that opened on 1 January, 2018 in Zabeel Park has been touted to be a prestigious addition to Dubai’s iconic architectural portfolio. It is branded as an […]

The Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) is set to kick off another new exhibitions season with a packed schedule of events this January, expected to play host to more than 172,000 trade visitors and 6,000 exhibiting companies. These industry leading events range from healthcare and science, to technology and design, including Arab Health, the largest […]

IKEA, the much-loved Swedish home furnishing retailer, has designed an initiative named ‘Arabic Reassembled’ to encourage children to learn and engage with the Arabic language. 68%* of young Arabic-speaking nationals in the GCC confirm they use English more than Arabic, so to support the UAE Government’s initiatives, IKEA has designed a fun and creative solution […]

One of this year’s most anticipated movies, DETROIT – is set to hit screens on 11th January across the Middle East, including the UAE, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon and Egypt (10th January). Directed by the Academy Award Winning Director, Kathryn Bugelow, who is responsible for some of the industry’s most celebrated features including The […]

Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) is finalising preparations to host Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2018 and its co-located events including World Future Energy Summit (WFES), International Water Summit (IWS), Zayed Future Energy Prize award ceremony, the eighth session of International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Assembly, and the EcoWASTE exhibition. Held under the patronage of […]

Global Village, the region’s largest and first-ever multi-cultural festival park, has participated in the UAE national campaign to thank His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces. The campaign was launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice […]

The Women Committee of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has visited the Louvre Abu Dhabi where female staffs toured the chapters of the museum. They were acquainted with artefacts, discoveries and artistic works dating back to different historical eras. Exhibits relate to several civilizations including Mesopotamia, Nile Valley, Greeks, and Romans as well as […]

Al Majaz Amphitheatre, a subsidiary of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), has announced that the concert of Kuwaiti singer Abdallah Al Rowaished and Emirati singer Balqees, which forms part of the fifth edition of the Sharjah World Music Festival (SWMF), has been postponed to January 19. Originally planned to take place on January 12, […]

The communications elite worldwide – top managers, communications experts, local market leaders, will gather in Geneva to discuss the power of communication and its influence on the modern world: power that goes hand by hand with the future development of our society in many ways – from technical improvements to advocacy of human rights.   […]

The UAE captivated the world this New Year’s Eve with a dazzling spectacle to usher in 2018. Emaar’s ‘Light Up 2018’ Downtown Dubai hosted over a million visitors from across the world and reached over 2.5 billion people through live television broadcast and social media livestreams. Emaar’s ‘Light Up 2018’ also clinched the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS for […]

Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) UAE, the local chapter of the dynamic global network of entrepreneurs, reported that its members experienced a seamless transition to VAT this week. This smooth period was attributed to the group’s efforts in 2017 to offer world-class peer-to-peer learning platforms and a selection of different UAE workshops hosted by local taxation experts, […]

Al-Futtaim Auto & Machinery Company (FAMCO) recently held the region’s first Fuelwatch Challenge aimed at testing and rewarding some of the country’s best drivers in fuel-efficient driving. Introduced by Volvo Trucks as a global competition, the Fuelwatch Challenge is an initiative that puts the spotlight on the driver and a true test of skill and […]

Nissan unveiled researchtoday that will enable vehicles to interpret signals from the driver’s brain, redefining how people interact with their cars. The company’s Brain-to-Vehicle,or B2V, technology promises to speed up reaction times for drivers and will lead to cars that keep adapting to make driving more enjoyable. Nissan will demonstrate capabilities of this exclusive technology […]

Al Bustan Centre & Residence, the popular hotel-apartment among tourists and businessmen in the heart of Dubai, ends 2017 with a positive stance as delegates and participants of Asian Para Youth Games Dubai are accommodated in the hotel from 8th to the 14th December 2017. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin […]

Emirates is extending its popular My Emirates Pass programme to customers visiting Dubai this winter season. The programme gives Emirates customers exclusive offers and discounts across the city by turning the Emirates boarding pass into an exclusive membership card. Those flying to or through Dubai between 1 January and 31 March 2018 can take advantage […]

STARZ PLAY, the fastest growing on-demand video streaming service in the MENA region, today announced its partnership with LG to embed its state-of-the-art video streaming application directly onto LG Smart TVs. Following the launch, select LG Smart TV models in MENA have been updated with the STARZ PLAY application, allowing subscribers to start watching STARZ PLAY’s vast […]

Continuing to delight visitors to Downtown Dubai, Emaar will continue to showcase its ‘Light Up 2018’ spectacle, which won the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the ‘Largest light and sound show on a single building’ staged upon Burj Khalifa, until January 6, daily at 8pm on weekdays and 10pm on the weekend (Thursday, Friday & […]

As a thriving and successful hotel that has welcomed international actors, sports stars, fashion names and celebrities, in addition to thousands of leisure and business guests from around the world, Palace Downtown has represented the essence of Dubai under one roof in atruly palatial and Arabesquesetting. Set in Downtown Dubai, Palace Downtown, under Address Hotels […]

Global trade enabler DP World’s Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) has welcomed Maysun Solar, thefirst photovoltaic panel producer to set up a manufacturing facility in the region’s leading freezone. Maysun Solar currently manufactures5,000 solar panels a month with a capacity to generate 40 megawatts of electricity. The launchfollows DP World’s on-going solar energy project in […]

Canon Middle East (CME), a leader in imaging solutions, commemorated the United Nation’s (UN) World Arabic Language Day in 2017 through a series of activities that support and celebrate the Arabic language across the region. These initiatives included sponsoring the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) ‘Bil Arabi’ initiative in its fifth edition […]

Atlantis, The Palm teamed up with luxury US caviar company AmStur this New Year’s Eve to create the impossible and break the Guinness World Record™ for the world’s largest caviar tin. The 50kg serving of caviar was presented to guests at the resorts’ Gala Dinner and smashed the previous Guinness World Record™ for the world’s […]

Desert Palm Dubai once again welcomes a night of dance splendor, with Ballet under the Stars. One of the world’s most iconic prima ballerinas, Mara Galeazzi will headline the performance to be hosted on the resorts expansive lawns on 15 and 16 February 2018. Being held in association with Spinneys Dubai, The Covent Garden Dance Company’s […]

Dr. Ismail Abdel Ghafar, President at the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) and Marasi News signed a protocol for media collaboration that aims at highlighting the great economic capabilities infatuated by the Arab maritime sector. The agreement also reinforces the strategic role of the Arab Academy as one of the most […]

Defending champions Tamirat Tola and Worknesh Degefa will lead a world-class field of distance runners when the 2018 Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon gets underway on January 26. Tola, who set a new course record 2h:04m:11s for the world’s richest marathon in January 2017, and fellow Ethiopian Degefa have confirmed they will join more than 30,000 […]

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is concluding another banner year of growth and innovation, marking significant milestones across its fleet, network, and product innovation initiatives, cementing its position as a market leader and industry trendsetter. Since January 2017, Emirates has carried over 59 million passengers. The airline served over 63 million meals on its […]

All the year-end retail traffic is set to get diverted to Sharjah as a first-of-its-kind winter clearance fair opens today at Expo Centre Sharjah. Organised by Liz Exhibitions, Winter Clearance Sale 2017 will bring together leading retailers in the country at a single place to offer the biggest bargains and the finest shopping experience to […]

Al Qasba, Sharjah’s premier leisure, tourist and family destination, will usher in the New Year with a spectacular fireworks display. The popular recreation location is all set to welcome 2018 with an awe-inspiring nighttime show on the evening of Sunday, December 31, sharing the joy of New Year celebrations with the rest of the world. […]

The head of one of the Middle East’s leading independent financial services providers is predicting solid growth in 2018, but also a likely consolidation in the sector as the industry adapts to a changing regulatory landscape. The CEO of the Nexus Group, Tarun Khanna, says that although the finance sector experienced a general slowdown in […]

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque has received 440,000 worshipers of various nationalities from inside and abroad during the month of November, according to the mosque’s centre. The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre in a report also mentioned the visits of a number of Arab and foreign top officials, who paid tribute to the late Sheikh […]

Imdaad, a Dubai-based integrated facilities management (FM) solutions provider with a strong presence in the GCC, today revealed the findings of an extensive market study that it commissioned to examine the UAE’s FM market and forecast future trends within the industry. The report was compiled by a US-based business consulting firm involved in market research […]

Premium luxury jewelry house Dhamani 1969 unveiled its exquisite line of iconic ready-to-wear collection, D.LIGHT, inspired by the elegant emblem of the brand and exclusively designed for Dubai Shopping Festival. The launch of the new collection, which took place at the brand´s flagship shop at The Dubai Mall, was proudly organised in association with Dubai […]

Travel is expected to peak once again at the end of the year for Emirates, as the airline expects yet another busy period with visitors flocking into Dubai for New Year’s celebrations. Over 250,000 people are expected to arrive into Dubai from 28 December until just after New Year’s Day, while 200,000 travellers will be […]

 MEDLAB – The largest attended expo worldwide will be taking place between 5th and 8th February 2018. The MEDLAB Exhibition welcomes more than 600 exhibitors and 25,000 attendees, giving the opportunity for leading laboratories and manufacturers to showcase their products and services, and initiate business opportunities in the vigorously growing healthcare market in the Middle […]

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. and DeNA Co., Ltd. unveiled the Easy Ride brand for the new robo-vehicle mobility service that the two companies are developing jointly. The companies also announced plans for a field test with public participation. The public field test will take place in the Minatomirai district of Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan from […]

Award-winning UAE-based developer Sweid & Sweid has appointed Civilco Civil Engineering & Contracting Company as lead contractor on the first Banyan Tree Residences to be built in the Middle East. Located on a large island overlooking The Emirates and Montgomerie golf courses, the project sits at the intersection of DMCC and Emirates Hills on Al […]

Global Village, the region’s largest and first-ever multicultural festival park, has announced that in response to the high demand of guests and in conjunction with the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), it will open its gates welcoming guests from 2pm every Friday from 26th December 2017 to 26th January 2018. Global Village will remain open from 2 pm […]

High-end automotive performance is combined with the ultimate in passenger space and comfort in the new Mercedes-Maybach Pullman. Mercedes-Maybach’s proud history of building vehicles that offer exclusivity and a first-class travel experience is brought to the forefront with the latest edition to its Maybach fleet. With a host of high-end comforts fitted as standard, the […]

Emirates will be sharing the legacy of the late His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan to a global audience in 2018. To celebrate the ‘Year of Zayed’, Emirates is featuring the achievements of HH Sheikh Zayed in the pages of its official inflight magazine, Open Skies each month. The ‘Year of Zayed’ commences […]

The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery, the newest addition to AccorHotels’ distinctive MGallery collection of contemporary boutique hotels worldwide, welcomes guests from across the globe to the region’s first 360-degree holistic wellbeing resort, located on the iconic Palm Jumeirah. DISCOVER THE UNIQUE QUALITIES OF THE RETREAT As is characteristic of MGallery’s ‘Serenity’ properties within its portfolio of […]

“Mission Control X” for conferences and events has announced that tickets for singer Amr Diab’s concerts are about to sell out. It has organized two concerts that are taking place on 29thDec/2017 in Dubai Media City’s Theatre, which can hold 10,000 people and on the 31st of Dec – New Year’s Eve in Conrad Dubai with […]

In-line with United Arab Emirates leadership vision, and the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 plan, healthcare is identified as one of the key strategic pillars. With a vision to position Abu Dhabi as a center of excellence and innovation in Healthcare, the DoH in partnership with the initiating entities of TIP Ministry of Economy and […]

Diana Haddad, one of the Arab world’s biggest pop stars will perform live at a special New Year’s Eve concert at City Walk. Singer and television personality Haddad, will delight fans with some of her biggest hits on a purpose-built stage in front of Hub Zero from 10:30pm. She will also take the audience into […]

Nissan earned a top rating in the 2017 Global Water Report issued by CDP, marking the first time the company has made the report’s “A list” of businesses recognized for their water stewardship. The company also achieved a Leadership-level ranking in CDP’s Climate Change Report for the fourth straight year. CDP, formerly known as the […]

Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) by Dubai Properties is set to welcome the new year with a range of fun-filled activities as part of its #WOWJBR campaign. January 2018 will focus on supporting the members of the community in fulfilling their New Year’s resolutions, with happiness at the top of the agenda. Fun activities Brief:              […]

The Bosnia and the Balkans pavilion is the latest addition to Global Village, the region’s first and largest multi-cultural festival park. It provides an important window into the heritage and culture of the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina, which is similar in many respects to the cultures of people in the Arab world. It has […]

Yas Mall, the largest mall in Abu Dhabi, is offering shoppers a special year-end bonus while enjoying the last tax- free shopping days in the UAE. Yas Mall retailers have added special sales and offers with discounts up to as much as 90% at select stores. And to top it off, Yas Mall is offering […]

His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, commended the environmental conservation efforts of the UAE leadership. His Excellency also underscored the importance of raising environmental awareness among the country’s young generation that plays an integral part in helping the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) achieve its […]

The Arab International Women’s Forum (AIWF) held the 10th edition of the Young Arab Women Leaders conference series in London on ‘Women Led Innovation in STEM’, in partnership with the Royal Academy of Engineering, PwC and the World Bank, and with the support of PepsiCo and Shell. The conference was designed to promote the development […]

As Dubai Airport braces itself for the busiest time of year – dnata has stepped up to ensure that passengers start their journey safely and on time. Playing a key role in the smooth operations on the ramp, are the small but powerful pushback tractors. These high powered ground services equipment, play a crucial role […]

In keeping with the hotel’s corporate social responsibility programme, a team of 27 employees from the Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai joined the emirate-wide campaign to clean up public spaces in Dubai International City last month. The activity was organised by Dubai Municipality as part of the Clean Up the World campaign, which engages an estimated […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) has launched ‘Cube’, a new customer service centre on the third-floor of its headquarters, to provide real estate investors with exceptional services. ‘Cube’ has been established in collaboration with a number of key partners including the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai, the Dubai Police General Command, the […]

The Emirates Institute for Banking and Financial Studies (EIBFS), the region’s leading institute for education and training in finance, has agreed to collaborate with its globally reputed UK counterpart, The London Instituteof Banking and Finance (LIBF). The two parties will exchangetheir experiencetoupdate and develop EIBFS’ banking diplomaprogram,adopting a digital approach with the goal of qualifying […]

JA Resorts & Hotels, Dubai-based international hospitality group, has announced William Harley-Fleming will expand his remit as the Cluster General Manager for JA Jebel Ali Golf Resort and JA Manafaru. As part of his new role, Harley-Fleming will oversee all operational responsibilities and the day-to-day management of both resorts. Furthermore, he will be responsible for developing and […]

Miral has announced the development of a new, vibrant beachfront community space located on Abu Dhabi’s Corniche. Due to open in first quarter of 2018, the “A’L BAHAR” project will help to deliver on the capital’s vision of offering unique experiences for residents and visitors, establishing the emirate as an entertainment and leisure destination of […]

The festive cheer will be in full swing with the mall’s ‘Oh So Festive’ entertainment until December 20. The whole family will enjoy stunning bespoke shows with performances from the season’s most loved characters. Don’t miss this special festive treat daily at 4PM, 6:15PM, 7PM and 8:30PM. A highlight for every little boy and girl […]

Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality & leisure business of Emaar Properties PJSC, is bringing an industry-first digital transformation across all its assets that will set a new benchmark for the hospitality sector In partnership with Accenture Strategy, Emaar Hospitality Group has unveiled three new projects for digitalization that will leverage the Internet of Things and Artificial Intelligence […]

Triumphing over thousands of learners across 40 countries, 57 students from UAE brought laurels to the country by winning big at the 22nd International UCMAS Abacus and Mental Arithmetic Competition 2017 held in Malaysia recently. The contest, which assessed students on their agile arithmetic skills, involved answering a whopping 200 math problems in a matter of […]

Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced its plans toward the popularization of electrified vehicles for the decade 2020-2030. Toyota’s electrified vehicle strategy centers on a significant acceleration in the development and launch plans of hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), battery electric vehicles (BEVs), and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). Addressing environmental challenges, […]

HotelsCombined.com, the world’s leading hotel price comparison website reveals that Dubai is the most popular destination among GCC travelers during the festive season, followed by Abu Dhabi and Al Medina, KSA. As for international destinations, London is the top pick followed by Istanbul and Paris, according to the number of bookings between 22 December 2017 […]

Mega-malls are boosting the GCC’s retail market to nearly USD 300 billion by 2018, driving investment in aluminum ceilings to enhance the customer experience, mall safety and sustainability, industry experts announced today. Thanks to new mega-malls from Mall of the World in Dubai, to Al Maryah Central in Abu Dhabi and Mall of Saudi in […]

The Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF 2018) is around the corner and HMH – Hospitality Management Holding has launched an exclusive ‘DSF 2018’ offer available only on the group’s website. Travellers who book their stay on www.hmhhotelgroup.com will be entitled to the awesome DSF deal at the group’s hotels in the UAE all through the festival. Launching the […]

Business France, the national agency in charge of the international development of the French Economy will be hosting a French Pavilion at INTERSEC DUBAI, the international meeting platform for the Security and Safety industry. As a true springboard for companies looking to develop in the Near and Middle East markets, but also the Indian sub-continent […]

Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, recently signed a contract with the Museum of the Future to provide 2,459 refrigeration tons (RT) of district cooling capacity. The agreement reflects the positive reception and increasing interest of the property sector in investing in environmental sustainability as a key factor […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline & Group, Dubai Economy hosted the 2nd Business Community Engagement (BCE) Forum under the theme ‘Enabling a Future-Ready Business Environment.’ The Forum was aimed to strengthen the partnership between […]

The signage and graphic industry’s top brands from the local, regional and international markets spanning 35 countries will head to Dubai in January 2018 for the SGI Dubai show. This is the largest exhibition catering to the large format printing industry in the Middle East and Africa region. Over 300 global and regional exhibitors have […]

Marina Mall Abu Dhabi has launched its ultimate Winter Festival promotion, undergoing an epic North Pole transformation and giving shoppers the chance to win up to Dhs 1 million in cash prizes as well as three brand-new Chevrolet models for the New Year. For every 1,500 AED spent at any retail store or dining outlet […]

H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Expo 2020 Dubai Higher Committee, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, laid the foundations for the UAE Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai today (Sunday, December 17, 2017). The ceremony, also included the signing of the official […]

ENOC won the Innovation Business of the Year award at this year’s edition of the MEED Awards.  The program celebrates excellence across one of the fastest-moving, most diverse and vibrant markets, the GCC. His Excellency Saif Humaid Al Falasi, Group CEO, ENOC, said: “This award comes in recognition of ENOC’s Solar-Powered Stations which combines innovative […]

Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai received two top awards at the Middle East Hozpitality Excellence Awards 2017. The announcement was made at a glittering ceremony held in Dubai earlier this month. Cactus Jacks won the Gold Award in the ‘Restaurant of the Year’ (Mexican) corporate category while Ms. Coleen Karryl Lucena, the F&B Coordinator was declared […]

Four Emirati students from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at American University of Sharjah (AUS) have designed and developed an innovative senior project that aims to lower the rate of car accidents in the UAE. The “smart system” helps drivers detect the driving activity of surrounding vehicles. It is a simple and affordable […]

Intelak’s second cohort has graduated, marking the completion of the second class of start-ups under the 9 week accelerator programme within the Intelak Incubator, founded by the Emirates Group, GE, and Etisalat Digital. The four groups – made up of both university students and entrepreneurs – consisted of Team LiFi Tech, which delivered a solution […]

Nissan held its annual Regional Skills Contest ceremony to honor its top sales and customer service employees from across the Middle East on a private boat at Dubai Marina. Nissan reiterated its commitment to be a leader in providing the best customer experience in the region, where it has more than 2,500 employees. Kalyana Sivagnanam, […]

Gastech, the leading global exhibition and conference for the international gas, LNG and energy industries, and GPEX (Global Power & Energy Exhibition), the new hub for the international power and energy community, will share the same location in Barcelona next year. The co-location of the events, which will be held in adjoining halls in the […]

TheGCC’s first commercial vertical indoor farm, Badia Farms, has launched in Dubai with ambitious plans to pioneer the future of the region’s agriculture industry. Using the latest hydroponic technology and vertical farming techniques,the farm produces nutritious and pesticide-freeleafy greens without the need for sunlight, soil or chemicals. Badia Farms has been established by Saudi Arabian […]

:‘Protectors of the Nation: Sacrifice and Giving’exhibition, recently opened its door to the public at Etihad Museum, an entity managed by Dubai Culture & Arts Authority(Dubai Culture), which will run for six months. The exhibition highlights the efficiency and development of the UAE Armed Forces, addressing one of their most important elements: the men and […]

The Electric Vehicle Road Trip (EVRT) will return next month for an epic, 1,217-kilometre, nine-day road trip across the UAE and Oman – all without using a single drop of petrol. After the success of last year’s road trip across the UAE, the 2018 edition of the EVRT has been expanded to include a visit […]

Reaffirming its commitment to providing guests with elegant lifestyle experiences and setting outstanding service standards recognised internationally, Armani Hotel Dubai has taken home two awards at the World Travel Awards and World Spa Awards in Phu Quoc, Vietnam. Armani Hotel Dubai won the impressive title of ‘World’s Leading Design Hotel’ at the 24th World Travel […]

Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hotel company, today announced widespread expansion plans for 2018 which will see the brand enter three new markets and open further properties in the UAE and China.  The announcement was made to partners and stakeholders at its annual Middle East Roadshow held at Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Dubai in collaboration […]

Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai received two top awards at the Middle East Hozpitality Excellence Awards 2017. The announcement was made at a glittering ceremony held in Dubai earlier this month. Cactus Jacks won the Gold Award in the ‘Restaurant of the Year’ (Mexican) corporate category while Ms. Coleen Karryl Lucena, the F&B Coordinator was declared […]

It was a night of delightful surprises for First Central Hotel Suites at the Middle East Hozpitality Excellence Awards held in Dubai earlier this month. The triumphant First Central Hotel Suites team, led by General Manager Wael El Behi, walked away with two top honours at the gala ceremony that recognised the best performers in […]

HH Sheikh Hasher Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, Director General of Dubai Department of Information, inaugurated the International Autumn Trade Fair (IATF) today (December 17th 2017) at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC). “IATF has enabled the creation of a remarkable trade landscape in the country. With VAT to be introduced soon, UAE citizens and […]

Montreux Comedy, the largest celebration of comedy in mainland Europe and one of the top festivals in the world for emerging talent, has confirmed that it will be returning to Dubai for a third consecutive year in February 2018. The three-day event will take place at Madinat Jumeirah from 28 February to 2 March 2018, […]

The long-awaited UAE VAT legislation, namely Federal Decree Law (8) of 2017 (the VAT Law) is finally out and everyone can at last be properly informed about the impact of VAT on their everyday lives, as well as all the various industry sectors that will be affected thereby. In the normal course of the application […]

Dubai Industrial Park (DI), a designated district within Dubai Wholesale City (DWSC), honored 10 of its business partners for their outstanding achievements in 2017 during Dubai Wholesale City’s annual gala dinner. The exclusive event at Dubai Opera drew the participation of Abdulla Belhoul, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Wholesale City, Saud Abu Al-Shawareb, Chief Operating […]

HE Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, DP World Group chairman and CEO & Chairman of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) inaugurated TEKNO 2017 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC) today (December 17th, 2017). HE bin Sulayem toured the exhibition and also interacted with the exhibitors to know more about their products, […]

Four years after her last sellout concert in Dubai, Arab Superstar Magida El Roumi returns to the city for one night of musical magic, in what is expected to be her biggest concert ever in the UAE with a capacity of over 8,000 seats at the Dubai Media City Amphitheater on the 26th of January […]

Cathay Pacific has celebrated a further travel accolade after being named the Middle East’s Favourite International Airline Premium Cabin at the Condé Nast Traveller Middle East Readers’ Choice Awards 2017. Celebrating 40 years of flying to Dubai this year, the Hong Kong-based airline received the popular public vote and recognition at the region’s premier travel […]

Dubai Design District (d3) has launched the first d3 Art Market as part of its continuing efforts to provide a significant platform to UAE’s growing creative community. Taking place from December 21 to 23 in d3, the inaugural event’s line-up features 30 stalls by artists from UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Jordan, among others. Showing […]

As part of Dubai’s retail calendar, Majid Al Futtaim’s Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Deira and City Centre Mirdif celebrated the occasion of Bahrain National Day with a host of spectacular engaging entertainment and serving fresh Arabic coffee and dates on 15 and 16 December. Families at City Centre Mirdif had fun the elegant stilt […]

A technical delegation from Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) visited the Kingdom of Bahrain to review the progress of the development projects financed by the Fund in the country. The projects are being implemented as part of the AED9.19 billion (US$2.5 billion) grant provided by the UAE to Bahrain within the framework of the […]

The upcoming feature film SHEBAB SHEYAB from Image Nation Abu Dhabi, one of the region’s leading media and entertainment companies, is confirmed to have its world premiere at the prestigious Palm Springs International Film Festival 2018. Debuting on January 5th, the Arabic-language comedy written and directed by filmmaker and music video pioneer Yasir Al Yasiri, […]