Celebrate Chinese New Year across world-class destinations by Meraas. Usher in the Year of the Dog at City Walk, The Beach, Boxpark, The Outlet Village, Al Seef, and La Mer with an exciting schedule of entertainment and events from 15 to 28 February 2018. With Dubai being home to over 270,000 Chinese residents, the city is also fast […]

 The way in which we produce and consume culture is transforming in the 21st century, and will continue to change thanks to the impact of technology, including artificial intelligence (AI), on creative industries. That was the message delivered in the panel discussion ‘What is the Future of our Human Culture’, headlined by Her Excellency Noura bint […]

Experts in artificial intelligence (AI) Kevin Kelly, Senior Maverick at Wired magazine, Roman Yampolskiy, AI safety and cybersecurity expert, and Professor Stuart Russell, celebrated computer scientist echoed that artificial intelligence should be top of the mind for societies if they are to be ready for the future. Speaking on day two of the sixth World […]

Tedros Ghebreyesus, Director General of the World Health Organization (WHO), led a panel discussion on Public-Private Partnerships and their relative benefit to the healthcare sector in a Global Policy Platform session on day two of the sixth World Government Summit (WGS 2018). For the session, titled ‘PPPs for Better Healthcare’, in partnership with WHO, Ghebreyesus […]

As the world population currently increases to 4.3 births every second, adding economic, environmental and social pressure to our planet, and with an unprecedented occurrence of autoimmune diseases and obesity, addressing health and healthcare issues is becoming increasingly critical. This was the key message put forward by Dr. Robynne Chutkan, a pioneer in the field […]

“The rapid advancement of capital markets in the GCC region is hugely beneficial not just to local investors but also to international investors looking to get more involved in the stocks traded here,” said Adena Friedman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Nasdaq, on the second day of the sixth World Government Summit (WGS 2018) […]

 A special Global Policy Platform panel discussion on the emergence of female entrepreneurs worldwide highlighted ways to support and empower women to become entrepreneurs and contribute to the economy on day two of the sixth World Government Summit in Dubai today. Conducted by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation in collaboration with […]

The final Global Policy Platform on day two of the World Government Summit discussed multilateral, bilateral and regional approaches to trade at a high-level panel that also explored ways to encourage better cooperation. Titled ‘The Future of Trade and Globalization’, the panel headed by Roberto Carvalho de Azevêdo, Director General of the WTO, and His […]

 The powerful potential of robotics in all aspects of life was under the spotlight in the sessions ‘Can We Govern AI’ and ‘Why Governments Need to Invest in Robotics and AI’ on day two of the sixth World Government Summit (WGS 2018) in Dubai. Moderated by His Excellency Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, UAE Minister […]

It is important for governments to work together with their citizens when considering new services, said Her Excellency Hessa bint Essa Buhumaid, UAE Minister of Community Development, on day two of the sixth World Government Summit (WGS 2018) in Dubai. In her opening remarks in a session titled ‘Co-Creating Government Services with Citizens’, Her Excellency […]

Experts in education and learning participated in a conversation at the World Government Summit (WGS 2018), outlining the opportunities and challenges faced by governments to redefine the process of learning to the country’s advantage. Max Ventilla, entrepreneur and CEO of AltSchool, focused on the topic of education technology (EdTech), while psychologist and neuroscientist Dr. Richard […]

The UAE has launched a major roadmap for city planning that focuses on creating a sustainable and happy society, directed by His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, said His Excellency Eng Hussain Nasser Lootah, Director General of Dubai Municipality, on day two of the sixth World Government […]

After cooking up legendary feasts for royalty, world leaders and celebrities for over five decades, Chef Satish Arora brings his culinary magic to Middle Eastern shores. A trendsetter and master chef, Chef Arora’s illustrious career started at the age of 26 when he took over the reins of the kitchen in Taj Group’s flagship hotel […]

It is more interesting to identify and focus on practical solutions than to venture out into unfamiliar territory, noted acclaimed American astrophysicist, author and science communicator Dr Neil deGrasse Tyson on day one of the sixth World Government Summit (WGS 2018) in Dubai. In his session ‘The Future of Colonizing Space’, held as part of the […]

 The practicalities, opportunities and challenges of space exploration were under the spotlight at the Space Settlement Forum on the inaugural day of the sixth World Government Summit (WGS 2018) in Dubai. The series of sessions attempted to answer the question: “In this era of inequality and serious issues facing mankind, such as climate change and […]

Renowned public speaker, author and global wellness guru Deepak Chopra highlighted the need for ‘multiple leaders’ in our current time of uncertainty, in a thought-provoking session, titled ‘Hope in Times of Uncertainty’, at the opening day of the sixth World Government Summit (WGS 2018) in Dubai today. The session was moderated by Her Excellency Ohood […]

Professor Jeffrey Sachs, renowned economist and Chair of the World Happiness Council, led a plenary session to discuss the findings of the first Global Happiness Policy Report on the opening day of the sixth World Government Summit (WGS 2018) in Dubai. In the session titled ‘Insights and Reflections from the Global Happiness Policy Report’, industry […]

Emaar Malls (DFM: EMAARMALLS), the shopping malls and retail business majority-owned by Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR), recorded a net profit of AED 2.080 billion (US$ 566 million) in 2017, 11 per cent higher than the net profit of AED 1.874 billion (US$ 510 million) during 2016. Revenue for full-year 2017 was AED 3.629 billion […]

Dubai-based boutique developer, Innovate Living, today announced the launch of its latest and flagship project ‘Palme Couture Residences’ located on the trunk of Palm Jumeirah. The bespoke development is founded on the codes of living by design, contemporary minimalism and clarity of detail. It will feature a collection of fourteen exclusive suites including 3-bedroom lateral […]

 A high-level Global Policy Platform (GPP) panel engaged in a lively discussion on technology and partnerships that can help governments implement the sustainable development goals (SDG) on day one of the sixth World Government Summit (WGS 2018) in Dubai. The panel discussion was titled “Innovative Partnerships to Sustain the Implementation of SDGs”. Panelists included Mahmoud Mohieldin, […]

The UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment hosted a session today entitled “Women and Youth: The Catalyst to Solve Global Challenges”, to explore how women and youth can be leveraged as powerful agents of change. The session was part of the ‘Climate Change Forum – Climate Action Now’ at the World Government Summit (WGS) 2018 […]

The relentless pace of technological development and innovative breakthroughs brings forth unprecedented uncertainty. A special session titled ‘Disruption – The Next Big Things’, led by His Excellency Angel Gurría, Secretary-General of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), focused on these disruptive challenges as part of the Global Policy Platform discussions on day one […]

Another successful Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) has drawn to a close with over 3220 retailers taking part in this year’s festival and shoppers heading to the malls in their droves to celebrate the 23rd edition of the shopping extravaganza. The latest edition of DSF, which commenced on 26 December, and ran until the 27 January, […]

 WhatsApp, the eight-year-old, free-to-download messenger app, is now used by one billion people every day, said Neeraj Arora, Vice President of Business Development for Whatsapp, while speaking at the opening day of the sixth World Government Summit (WGS 2018) in Dubai today. In a speech titled ’55 Billion Messages A Day: The Story of WhatsApp’, […]

 DP World Ltd., the Dubai-based port operator that manages terminals from Hong Kong to Peru, and India’s National Investment & Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) plan to jointly invest up to US$3 billion in the South Asian nation, said His Excellency Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Group Chairman and CEO of DP World, on day one of the […]

A dizzying 99 turns and 999 daunting steps didn’t stop the new Range Rover Sport from completing a world-first at one of China’s most famous landmarks. The performance SUV has become the first vehicle to climb the stairs to the natural rock arch of Heaven’s Gate. The challenge began at the bottom of the legendary […]

An era of instant knowledge obsolescence and exponential job creation are around the corner, according to Jim Carroll. The acclaimed futurist, trends and innovation expert was speaking at the ‘Fast Forward to the Future’ session at the ongoing sixth World Government Summit (WGS 2018) in Dubai today. Carroll, whose clientele includes Disney, NASA, and Johnson […]

Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC), an independent forum aimed at conserving the environment by strengthening and promoting green building practices, has called for strengthening eco-literacy among students and promoting public private partnerships for achieving the ‘green’ transformation of UAE’s schools. The recommendations for transforming UAE’s schools into sustainable environments are highlighted in the ‘State of […]

Over 100 high school students from GEMS American Academy had the unique opportunity to discuss astronomy and the cosmos with Neil deGrasse Tyson – world renowned American astrophysicist and space expert – who believes the idea of space has the power to inspire young minds. Currently the host & narrator for Cosmos: A SpaceTime Odyssey, Tyson is […]

The original owner, King Farouk of Egypt (1920-1965), was the great-great-grandson of Muhammed Ali, and the tenth ruler from the Muhammad Ali Dynasty. The penultimate King of Egypt and the Sudan, Farouk held this position for 16 years and was a renowned collector of fine watches. Inheriting his love of watches from his father, King Farouk commissioned […]

Accenture (NYSE: ACN), in collaboration with The World Government Summit, has released a new report that finds that regulators must embrace the innovative application of emerging technologies, known as RegTech, to enable a more effective regulatory environment, mitigate risks and drive competitive advantage. According to the report, RegTech allows regulatory processes to be redesigned, enabling real-time, data-driven […]

 A plenary panel session on day one of the sixth World Government Summit (WGS 2018) debated whether this year’s guest nation India could ever lead the global economy in the future, and discussed the issues that could hold up any progress. According to the World Economic Forum, India is the seventh largest economy in the […]

Marina Mall Abu Dhabi is turning up the romance this Valentine’s Day with a number of shop and win promotions and Parisian-inspired and dreamy picture perfect moments that even the Kardashian’s would be proud of. Pulling out all stops for shoppers this week, the mall at the end of the corniche will give visitors who […]

 ENOC Group is exploring investment opportunities within Egypt’s energy landscape as part of its long-term strategy to expand its regional footprint. The announcement, made on the sidelines of the Egypt Petroleum Show (EGYPS) being held in Cairo from 12 to 14 February 2018, was part of ENOC Group’s participation in the exhibition that has brought […]

Emirates’ travellers are in for a treat this February with a specially curated selection of festive Lunar New Year goodies. Available for a limited time only, passengers travelling from Dubai to Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Zhengzhou, Yinchuan,  Hong Kong, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Taipei and Hanoi can indulge in Emirates’ exclusive Lunar  New Year offerings onboard and […]

As part of its global initiative to empower 5 million women by 2020 through the power of its brands; B4U Aflam has produced a mini- TV series named ‘Imraa W aftakher’ along with Unilever Middle East. The new show features 13 influential women from the Middle East who share candid stories about their personal experiences, challenges and what […]

 “The interpretation of enormous data being collected using the latest technological advancements, cost of delivery of healthcare and access to healthcare will drive the future of healthcare across the world,” according to the panel of experts at the World Government Summit 2018 in Dubai. The panelists included Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, Founder, Chairman & Managing Director […]

Global challenges require governments, institutions and corporations to embrace new ways of thinking and adopt disruptive solutions, according to leading innovators on day one of the sixth World Government Summit (WGS 2018) in Dubai. The ‘Disruptive Solutions for Global Challenges’ series featured talks by Dr Charity Wayua, Research Manager at IBM Research Africa and World […]

Humanitarian experts and industry leaders participated in a panel discussion on the cyber dimensions of humanitarian actions in cities as part of the Global Policy Platform segment on the inaugural day of the sixth World Government Summit (WGS 2018) in Dubai. Her Excellency Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation, […]

 On the opening day of the sixth edition of the World Government Summit (WGS 2018) in Dubai, a lively session with five expert panelists examined the role of science, technology and innovation (STI) in driving sustainable development and economic growth. Part of the newly launched Global Policy Platform (GPP), the session, entitled ‘STI Catalyzing Regional […]

The Arab Youth Center organised a youth circle titled “Innovative Solutions of Mainstreaming Youth Engagement in Government” on day one of the 6th World Government Summit, taking place in Dubai on February 11-13, 2018. The circle featured His Excellency Angel Gurría, Secretary-General of the Organisation of Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), who outlined strategies to […]

The final designs of the Hope Probe, the Arab World’s first interplanetary mission were unveiled today at the World Government Summit in Dubai. Details of the much-discussed Mars 2117 plan, which aims to create the first human settlement on Mars, and UAE’s astronaut programme, which will train Emiratis in space exploration, were also discussed. The MSRBC […]

India’s spectacular Red Planet debut with a successful first Mars mission in 2014 brought it a great deal of international acclaim and attention. “The world understood that the Indian space industry meant serious business,” said Dr Koppillil Radhakrishnan, former Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) that helmed the project, at a session titled […]

Deepinder Goyal, founder and CEO of Zomato, the online restaurant search service, and Deep Kalra, CEO and Group Chairman of MakeMyTrip, India’s leading online travel company, spoke today about their experiences during special ‘From India to the World’ sessions that put the spotlight on this year’s guest country on day one of the sixth World Government Summit […]

Prominent thought leaders and experts discussed advancements in genome editing and biotechnology, along with their implications on society and healthcare in a series of sessions themed The Future of Health on day one of the sixth World Government Summit (WGS 2018) in Dubai. “Biotech is the transformative technology of the 21st century. We are not just understanding […]

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, visited Abu Dhabi’s Wahat Al Karama, the national landmark built to immortalise the sacrifices of the UAE’s brave heroes. Modi was received by Sheikh Khalifa bin Tahnoun bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Director of The Martyrs’ Families’ Affairs Office at the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Court. The visit began with the Honour […]

The last weekend of Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) was the most rewarding period for shoppers, as more than AED 1.5 million worth of prizes were given away at the final weekend draws held at Global Village. A total of 50 shoppers got lucky during the last weekend of DSF, which concluded on 27 January, with […]

At the region’s leading international photography exhibition, Gulf Photo Week 2018, official presenting partner Cadillac Middle East is continuing to champion talented and inspirational individuals contributing to the Middle East and global art scene. The brand’s partnership with the organizers of Gulf Photo Week 2018, Gulf Photo Plus (GPP), has provided Cadillac a platform to […]

Matthieu Ricard, philosopher and best-selling author of books on happiness and compassion, inaugurated the first day of the World Government Summit 2018 by asking the assembled audience to consider a more compassionate and altruistic approach to daily life for the benefit of society and the world. Leading the audience in a guided meditation session, Ricard […]

In the presence of the Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the United Nations Messenger of Peace and Chairperson of the International Humanitarian City, IHC, Princess Haya bint Al Hussein, wife of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, today launched the Humanitarian Logistics […]

Atlantis, The Palm has re-launched Dubai’s most elite membership, The Atlantis Life & Style Membership, starting at AED 29,500. Members can take luxury and relaxation, a step further with exclusive discounts of up to 40% off, complimentary experiences in ShuiQi Spa & Fitness, Aquaventure Waterpark, Dolphin Bay, Rooms, The Lost Chambers Aquarium, rooms and much […]

Majid Al Futtaim—the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia—is giving shoppers a chance to fulfil their New Year’s resolutions with daily prizes at City Centres in the Northern Emirates this month. City Centre Sharjah, City Centre Ajman and City Centre Fujairah invite shoppers to indulge in […]

 Ellington – a Dubai-born design-led boutique property development company that develops bespoke and beautiful high-quality homes – is making significant progress with its seventh residential project, DT1, adding to their real estate portfolio in Dubai. Launched at Ellington’s corporate office in Business Bay, DT1 in Downtown Dubai is designed to offer residents tailor-made luxury in […]

Dubai will play host to the world’s largest gathering of internal auditors when the International Conference of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) takes place in the city in May 2018, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai. “Dubai is […]

Gold 101.3FM, the UAE’s leading Malayalamradio station is thrilled to kick off a brand-new philanthropic initiative called “SaVy Connect” that seeks to give back to the community and help less-fortunate listeners, by aiding them in overcoming their struggles or fulfilling their life’s ambition. Inspired by listeners from humble background and their stories, Gold 101.3 FMwill […]

The annual Aloha Raha beach festival is back by popular demand on 13-17 February. Abu Dhabi’s highly anticipated beach lifestyle event is promising more family-fun activities, sports and entertainment than ever. Brought to you by Aldar Properties PJSC (Aldar) the five-day festival offers families a fun-filled festival with free live family entertainment, a host of […]

The UAE’s greatest golfing success, Sebastian Heisele, is determined to make amends in this week’s NBO Oman Open, when the European Tour makes its debut in the Sultanate at Al Mouj Golf from February 15-18, after narrowly missing out on a European Tour card there in the final event of the Challenge Tour last season […]

Emirates is celebrating with its customers on board and on the ground to mark Valentine’s Day across its global network. To sweeten air travel during this period, Emirates is giving out heart shaped milk chocolates on all flights from Dubai on the 14th of February. The premium single origin coverture Belgium chocolate will be served […]

Model, actress and beauty and fashion influencer, Olivia Culpo, will be in Dubai from 22 – 24 February 2018 to announce the biggest beauty event of the year, Beauty Pop. Brainchild of Belle Femme – who previously organized and executed a sellout Kim Kardashian West and Makeup by Mario masterclass as well as the Khloe Kardashian […]

Bernd Ritthammeris hoping to evoke the memories of his last visit to Oman when the forthcoming NBO Oman Open gets underway at Al Mouj, Golf from February 15-18. The German has reason to be optimistic about his chances over the renowned Greg Norman-designed courseafter lifting the NBO Golf Classic Grand Final title here in 2016, […]

Eliciting interest in space and its exploration among students through STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics)educationis an imperative in modern times, concluded the participants of the session titled ‘Inspiring Students and the World: Mars and STEM education’, held as part of the Space Settlement Forum in the run-up to the sixth World Government Summit (WGS […]

There are ways to pursue happiness in the most optimal ways, saidSonja Lyubomirsky,in her address at the Global Dialogue for Happiness, on the eve of the World Government Summit 2018. Lyubomirsky, a positive psychology expert, bestselling author anda professor of psychology at the Department of Psychology, University of California, is the critically-acclaimedauthor of ‘The How […]

His ExcellencyDr Abdulla AlKaram, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Director General of Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), highlighted the relentless efforts of the UAE government to ensure happiness and positivity in Dubai’s schools. In histalk titled ‘All’s Well that Starts Well’, His ExcellencyDr Al Karam said the results of the first […]

Her Excellency Reem bintEbrahim Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation, joined His Excellency Angel Gurría, Secretary-General ofthe Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), andProfessor Jeffrey Sachs, Director of The Earth Institute at Columbia University, for a high-level panel discussion on the UN’s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in a special session […]

Held in the run-up to the sixth World Government Summit (WGS 2018) in Dubai, and part of the SDGs In Action 2018 program, a high-level panel examined a wide range of topics related to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).From the progress already being made,through working together to finding solutions to issues that are still […]

Dubai Customs and the International Humanitarian City (IHC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on eLink and cooperation in exchanging information related to humanitarian aid and stocks. The MoU was signed by Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director of Dubai Customs, and IHC CEO, Giuseppe Saba.  It builds on the strategic partnership between the two entities and […]

Emirates Skywards, the loyalty programme of Emirates airline, has clinched the award for ‘Excellence in Management’ at the 10th annual Loyalty Awards 2018 organised by FlightGlobal and Global Flight and held in Bangkok on 6th February. The award recognises outstanding strategic thinking and team leadership at Emirates Skywards and is based on areas such as […]

In line with du’s sustainability efforts and its vision to help build a cleaner and greener UAE, staff members volunteered with the Give a Ghaf Project on February 7th, 2018. The Give a Ghaf Project – run by community organization Goumbook– aims to raise awareness of the UAE’s national tree, the Ghaf, which has experienced […]

Business France, the national agency supporting the international development of the French economy, will be running 4 French pavilions at Gulfood this year. This trade show devoted to new F&B products will feature around 70 French companies, all eager to present their latest offerings and know-how. France renews a strong participation at theGulfood this year, […]

Dubai Studio City, home to regional and global companies in the broadcasting, entertainment and production sectors, was chosen as a key destination along the Dubai Tour 2018 route. Majed Al Suwaidi, Managing Director of Dubai Studio City,welcomed the participants of the fifth edition of the international competitionas they cycled through Dubai Studio Cityon 6 February […]

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 get underway nextweek. A strong line-up including government representatives, dignitaries and thought leaders will discuss key themes at the event, […]

His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated the 20th edition of the National Career Exhibition on Wednesday at Expo Centre Sharjah. The inauguration was also attended by His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, His […]

In keeping with its goals to pioneer best practices in government communications, the International Government Communication Forum 2018 (IGCF), being held from March 28-29 at Expo Centre Sharjah, will focus on the contemporary challenges of government communication in the region and rest of the world and explore solutions which can enhance communications in the future. […]

The Financial Services Regulatory Authority, FSRA, of the Abu Dhabi Global Market, ADGM, today announced the initiation and development of an electronic-Know-Your-Customer (e-KYC) utility in close collaboration with a key team of the UAE’s largest financial institutions. This initiative follows the first Regional Regulators’ Roundtable for MENA regulators hosted by ADGM at its FinTech Abu […]

HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has awarded authorities, firms and individuals who won the Energy and Green Economy Award. RTA presents this annual Award to strategic partners in the public sector, clients (such as suppliers, contractors and consultants), affiliated agencies […]

In our everyday lives, we as humans, tend to put relationships with different people and entities at the forefront of our lives, often neglecting the most important relationship: the one with ourselves. Shedding light on the importance of self-relationships, Saudi Life Coach and industry leader, Dr Sumaya Alnasser gives us a few pieces of advice […]

Delegates at the MEDLAB Exhibition & Congress, the world’s leading event for laboratory management and diagnostics, which continues until 8th February at the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre, today engaged in the array of CME accredited conferences. A special emphasis was placed on Cardiology, Endocrinology, Tumour Markers and Clinical Microbiology. Attendees also had the opportunity […]

Regardless of the size or type of property, every hotel operator that wants to remain competitive and relevant will have to embrace IoT devices, and related wireless innovations over the next year to enable next-generation guest experiences. Technology and the Millennials   The problem with technology as a term in the hospitality industry is that it’s […]

Intelak, one of the first industry- and technology-focused incubators in the MENA region, has announced that Dubai Tourism & Commerce Marketing will be joining the Emirates Group and GE as a principal partner. The incubator has also selected four winning teams from the third round of applications to be part of the incubation programme. Launched […]

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, UAE Minister of Finance and President of Dubai Health Authority, DHA, officially inaugurated today the 22nd UAE International Dental Conference and Arab Dental Exhibition – AEEDC Dubai 2018, that is held at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. AEEDC Dubai, the largest […]

Sahara Centre, leading retail, leisure and dining destination, has celebrated Emirates Red Crescent’s 34th anniversary as part of its corporate social responsibility efforts during an event that was hosted on 31st January at the charity’s office. The event follows Sahara Centre’s partnership with Emirates Red Crescent for World Orphans Day on 17th November 2017, when […]

Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health, the second largest animal health company in the world,   participated in the 2018 International Trade Show ‘From Feed to Food for the Middle East and Africa’, which took place in Abu Dhabi recently.  Over 8000 visitors and 300 participants attended the second edition of the event to discuss the latest trends […]

Movie and series lovers are in for a treat this February with OSN. Bringing new and exclusive movies and series, Academy Award-winning films straight out of Hollywood, sports and family entertainment OSN has the stories you need to stay entertained all month long. The Oscars Every night from 16 February until 4 March at 8pm […]

du from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC)will participate at the ‘National Career Exhibition’ between 7-9February 2018 at the Expo Centre, Sharjah. The du stand will be located at hall 4. “At du we are proud to be offering potential candidates an opportunity to grow their careers with us, and our participation at the ‘National Career Exhibition’ is testament […]

To coincide with this year’s Arab Health, the leading knowledge-exchange event for healthcare professionals in the Middle East, Dubai Science Park, the science-focused business community dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs, SMEs and multinational enterprises, hosted its annual Gala Dinner to encourage dialogue and networking amongst key representatives from the international healthcare sector. A group of approximately […]

Porto Montenegro, the Mediterranean’s leading luxury superyacht homeport and marina village, will be returning for the fourth year to participate in the 2018 Dubai International Boat Show at the Dubai Canal, Jumeirah from the 27th February to 3rd March 2018. Now in its 10th edition, the Dubai International Boat Show represents the region’s only proven exclusive platform for superyachts, […]

Protea Hotels by Marriott, part of Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR), today announced expansion into North Africa with the opening of Protea Hotel by Marriott Constantine, Algeria. Strategically located in close proximity to the airport, the hotel is within walking distance of most major city attractions such as the Cirta Museum, the Ahmed Bey Castle, Le […]

Etihad Airways and NYU Abu Dhabi-based innovation and entrepreneurship platform startAD have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop the entrepreneurship ecosystem in the UAE through the exchange of knowledge, expertise and training. The agreement was signed by Peter Baumgartner, Etihad Airways Chief Executive Officer, and Ramesh Jagannathan, Managing Director of startAD and Vice […]

UPS (NYSE:UPS) is launching a daily non-stop flight from its Worldport global air hub in Louisville, KY., to Dubai, UAE, reducing time-in-transit between the United States and key destinations in the Middle East by a full business day. The flight, operated with one of UPS’s new 747-8F freighters, is part of the build out of […]

The Custom Shop New York, the contemporary custom made suit couturier, has launched Dubai’s first Tailor Truck concept. The on-the-go tailoring service is set to bring made-to-measure suits and shirts closer to fashion enthusiasts across the city. Conceived to resemble a traditional tailor shop, the truck offers a wide range of high-end suit fabrics and […]

The Global Forum for Innovations in Agriculture (GFIA) under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority was declared open in Abu Dhabi by His Excellency Dr. Thani Ahmed Al Zeyoudi Minister of Climate Change and […]

One of the country’s largest gathering of inventors, innovators, investors, students and families took place on February 3rd at GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis. The Global Innovation Challenge, run by GEMS Education and Silicon Valley’s Singularity University, invites students around the world to submit solutions to address the world’s most pressing challenges. Over 220 teams […]

The 17th edition of MEDLAB Exhibition and Congress, the world’s largest laboratory event, was officially inaugurated today by His Excellency Humaid Mohammed Obaid Al Qatami, Chairman of the Board and Director General of the Dubai Health Authority. For the second consecutive year as a standalone event MEDLAB 2018 is taking place at the Dubai International […]

The biggest weekend of motor racing yet in 2018 was a real treat for the fans that turned out to watch their local and international favourites, as Yas Marina Circuit hosted five separate championships across Friday and Saturday. In addition to the grassroots, home-grown single-make TRD 86 Cup, the Circuit also welcomed Formula 4 UAE, […]

Jaguar Land Rover’s 250PS 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder Ingenium petrol engine has been recognised as one of the 10 Best Engines for 2018 by WardsAuto. For 2018, a total of 32 new or significantly improved powertrains from a number of automotive manufacturers were tested by WardsAuto’s editors in real-life, on-road driving conditions. This year’s 10 Best […]

89.1 Radio 4, one of UAE’s leading Hindi radio stations, is excited to launch “Sid and Aseem’s Cape of Good Hope” – a dedicated segment on the Breakfast show, “DaBang Mornings”. It aims to recognize and felicitate the ‘unsung heroes’ who selflessly give back to the community, without expecting anything in return. Listeners can nominate individuals who deserve this […]

The longest running photography event in the region, currently in its 14th edition, opens tomorrow in Concrete, Alserkal Avenue at 7:00PM. Photographers and photography enthusiasts of all skills levels are invited to attend the opening night. The ceremony will kick off GPP Photo Week 2018, a six-day event full of photography workshops, talks, exhibitions, and […]

Takaful Emarat (“the Company”), the DFM-listed, Shariah-compliant Life and Health Takaful provider is pleased to announce that at the annual MENA Insurance Awards it won ‘UAE Insurer’ and ‘Takaful Insurer’ of the year.  These awards consolidate Takaful Emarat’s dominant market position as the largest Takaful group in the UAE. The Awards presentation, which was held […]

The new MG RX5 compact SUV is now officially on sale across the Middle East, heralding the latest exciting chapter in the rejuvenation of the famous British brand. Customers can choose MG Motor’s new ‘hero SUV’ from a collection of four well-equipped models, and two available powertrains, with prices starting at around US$14,200 (depending on […]

Dubai has recently hosted the Annual Meeting of the Global Future Councils, bringing together 700 experts from future-facing technologies, embracing HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s aim to be a leader at the forefront of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Web Economic Forum has shown in a recent report why UAE is turning this vision […]

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) held a press conference today (Sunday, February 4, 2018) to officially inaugurate the fourth annual Nobel Exhibition, organised in collaboration with the Nobel Foundation in Dubai’s City Walk from February 4 until March 3, 2018. Held under the patronage of MBRF Chairman His Highness Sheikh Ahmed […]

Cadillac Middle East is partnering with Gulf Photo Plus (GPP), as the official presenting partner of GPP Photo Week 2018, the longest-running international photography event in the region. Taking place from 7 – 12 February 2018 at Alserkal Avenue, the event is uniquely designed to inspire, challenge, and connect photographers and enthusiasts from around the […]

Have you ever had an event to plan, but renting from different suppliers seemed too time consuming and costly? Enter RentSher (www.rentsher.ae), the region’s first online rental place for furniture, inflatables, tents, ACs, heaters, electronics, medical equipment and travel essentials, with flexible renting options at competitive prices. Established in 2016 and led by Oxford Alumni […]

“Innovator 2018” and the “Abu Dhabi Science Festival”, organized by the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge, ADEK, as part of the Abu Dhabi initiatives for the 2018 UAE Innovation Month, is witnessing strong attendance and participation of Abu Dhabi schools. Students are actively participating in dedicated morning sessions, workshops, programs and activities being […]

The Mall at World Trade Center Abu Dhabi (The Mall) is positively evolving in response to a changing marketplace, offering over 17new brands in 2018 to strengthen its appeal to a wider shopper base.Four outlets have already opened and the rest are scheduled to open over the next eight months. Located in the heart of […]

H.E. Sheikh Sultan bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Member of the Executive Council, inaugurated the Month of Innovation being held in Abu Dhabi, and managed by the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK). The event include a host of strategic initiatives, led by Innovator 2018, Abu Dhabi Science Festival, and participation from the governmental […]

Ras Al Khaimah has achieved a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title with its latest adventure tourism product – ‘Jebel Jais Flight: The World’s Longest Zipline’. The official certification was handed over today to HH Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Member of Supreme Council and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, by Hoda Khachab, the official adjudicator […]

After a celebrating its milestone tenth season in October 2017 at Dubai Design District, the definitive fashion platform which has championed Middle Eastern design talent for the past five years and has propelled the careers of many designers both internationally and regionally, will return to showcase couture, ready-to-wear and accessories from established designers, as well […]

AlZorah,a unique premium mixed-use development, nestled in the exotic setting of natural mangroves and a vast seafront in Ajman, redefines its position as the UAE’s must-visit lifestyle and leisure destination by officially openingits first creek-side development, Marina 1, boasting over 15 new dining outlets and recreationaloptions on Thursday, February 1. Al ZorahMarina 1, under the […]

Lebanese superstar Elissa, one of the most recognised artistes in the Arab world, will perform a special concert for Global Village guests on Friday, 2nd February 2018, starting at 9:00 pm at the Main Cultural Stage. Elissa has been brought to the region’s leading family destination for culture, shopping and entertainment in cooperation with Rotana, […]

Global trade enablerDP World has embarked on a programme to drive digital transformationacross its business operations worldwide using Oracle Cloud Applications (SaaS). The digital transformation programme supports the company’s strategy to develop complementary sectors in the global supply chain such as industrial parks, free zones and logistics to add value for all its stakeholders and […]

Ras Al Khaimah’s (RAK) leading real estate developer, Al Hamra will implement the RAK Recycles initiative across the entire community, helping the emirate reach its target to divert 75% of all waste from landfill by 2021. The introduction of RAK Recycles across the emirate is managed by the Ras Al Khaimah Waste Management Agency (RAKWMA). […]

Gulf Photo Plus (GPP), Dubai’s only dedicated center for photography, is pleased to announce that Cadillac has come on board as the official presenting partner of GPP Photo Week 2018, the Middle East’s longest-running photography event, which runs from the 7th through the 12th of February 2018 at Alserkal Avenue. GPP Co-Director Mohamed Somji expressed […]

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the way both businesses and individuals function. The ability to process, leverage, and learn from big data means machines are becoming more powerful in the one area they could not compete with humans: they can now think, and faster. Huawei views this as an important turning point and a shift […]

The International Property Show (IPS), the Middle East’s biggest property sales platform for local and international real estate markets, is driving Dubai’s real estate sector with the launch of the Dubai Property Festival, which has been launched in cooperation with Dubai Land Department (DLD). The festival will feature a series of exclusive offers on Dubai […]

GMC closed out a solid year of global sales performance with a 3 percent increase in total sales year over year and 1 percent increase in retail sales year over year, for 2017. Testament to the brand’s strong product lines, GMC sales in the Middle East were up by 26% at the end of 2017 […]

Channel 4 FM, the UAE’s leading radio station has announced that Jacob Cummings and Nimi Mehta will be hosting their flagship radio show “Wake Up UAE! With Jacob and Nimi” on 104.8 Channel 4 FM from 6 am – 10 am on weekdays.  As it celebrates 20 years within the UAE, Channel 4 FM has secured […]

DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island has emerged the sixth best hotel for families in the UAE and also featured in the Top 25 Hotels for Families in the Middle East in the 2018 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice® Awards for Hotels. The Travelers’ Choice award winners were determined based on the millions of reviews and opinions collected in a single year from […]

Day 3 of Arab Health 2018 – the largest gathering of healthcare and trade professionals in the MENA region – wrapped up today, delivering a number of training sessions designed to equip healthcare professionals and delegates with practical tools that can be applied to their industry. Building on the success of the Hands-on Training Zone introduced in 2017, the […]

ASGC, one of the leading construction groups in the UAE, has been appointed as the main contractor of the newly-announced 25hours One Central hotel from AccorHotels, which upon completion will be the largest 25hours Hotel property worldwide and the group’s first in the Middle East. Located in Dubai World Trade Centre’s One Central development and […]

The two top challenges facing today’s leaders are employee engagement and effective strategy execution, according to a survey of 1248 senior directors and executives, of which 10% come from the Middle East. Almost three quarters of the total respondents come from global organisations, multinationals and large companies*. Also among the top five challenges are talent […]

Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC), the organiser of Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS 2018), announced the support of Emirates Motor Company (EMC), the authorised distributor of Mercedes-Benz in the emirate of Abu Dhabi and flagship company of ALFAHIM, for the inaugural edition of ADIBS as its official car sponsor. Organised in association with […]

Emirates, the world’s best airline according to TripAdvisor 2017, today announced its plan to launch a new, five times a week, service from Dubai to Santiago International Airport (SCL), via the Brazilian city of Sao Paulo, starting on July 5, 2018. The new service will see Emirates fly an additional five times a week to […]

Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, and VPS Healthcare, one of the Middle East’s largest healthcare groups, today announced the signing of a multi-year partnership agreement to install Philips Tasy EMR in VPS Healthcare hospitals and clinics throughout the United Arab Emirates, Oman and India. Tasy EMR is Philips’ next generation […]

In support of the UAE’snational resources, Al Hilal Bank partakes in Tawdheef 2018, the leading Emiratization exhibition for career development and entrepreneurship,being held under the patronage of H.E. Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance. Sultan Al Mahmoud, Head of Human Resources, Al Hilal Bank, said: “Our participation at Tawdheef 2018 translates our […]

The second day of Arab Health 2018 – the 43rd edition of the largest exhibition for healthcare and trade professionals in the MENA region, came to a close today, welcomingmore than 4,200 exhibiting companies and 8,000 delegates from across the globe. Medical professionals, delegates and visitors converged at Arab Health Congress to participate in conferences on […]

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) has announced the fourth annual Nobel Exhibition, organised in collaboration with the Nobel Foundation in Dubai’s City Walk from February 4 until March 3, 2018. Held under the patronage of MBRF Chairman His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the 2018 Exhibition bears […]

This Valentine’s Day brings with it the chance for couples to indulge in panoramic vistas, bubbly and fine food courtesy of the ‘Royal Affair’ at Emirates Golf Club. It will be an experience far removed from the standard Valentine’s Day. Start off the magical evening in style, with a chauffeur-driven car to Emirates Golf Club […]

The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature, the Arab World’s largest celebration of the written and spoken word, and Middle East Film and Comic Con (MEFCC), the region’s largest pop culture and entertainment festival, today announced their first collaboration to promote a love of reading to new audiences in the country. These two powerhouse cultural events […]

Bentley’s EXP 12 Speed 6e concept car has been awarded a Good Design® award in the transportation category by the Chicago Athenaeum Museum of Architecture and Design and The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies – one of the most highly respected design awards in the world. Founded in 1950, Good Design® […]

When it comes to comparing size and strength, cruise ships are certainly the behemoths of modern engineering. At 362 m in length, Symphony of the Seas, the largest cruise ship from Royal Caribbean, is taller than Burj Al Arab. Spanning 18 decks, and weighing 230,000 GRT, that’s the equivalent of 17,000 adult African elephants. She has […]

As an entrepreneur, the line between professional and personal life is often blurred. Putting friends and family aside is a trap in which too many entrepreneurs fall. Many entrepreneurs are afraid of neglecting their family and their friends. Dhiren P. Harchandani, Founder of Zenboxed, and board member at Entrepreneurs Organisation (EO), the local chapter of […]

he Earth Course at Jumeirah Golf Estates, the world-class residential golf destination offering luxury homes and leisure facilities among two internationally-acclaimed championship golf courses, was voted the 82nd best course in the world in leading global golf publication Golf Digest’s ‘World’s Top 100 Golf Courses’. It was also voted sixth place on Golf Digest Middle […]

 The Institute of Banking Studies (IBS) – Kuwait announced the commencement of its executive education program on Saturday, January 27, 2018 – for banking and finance professionals in the GCC region, in collaboration with Harvard Business School and the Emirates Institute for Banking and Financial Studies (EIBFS). His Excellency Dr. Mohammad Yousef Al-Hashel, Governor of […]

Meraas today unveiled The Yard, an eclectic new destination in Dubai’s rapidly developing Al Khawaneej area. The suburban hideaway encompasses Last Exit D89, launched in 2017 as an initial phase, a new picturesque 350,000-square-foot extension which just opened to the public on 25 January 2018 and will eventually grow into a 2.8 million square-foot urban […]

E-Vision, a fully-owned subsidiary of Etisalat, and STARZ PLAY, streaming video on-demand service in the MENA region, today announced a first-of-its kind, five-year content deal with Etisalat. The agreement, which will see the subscription video on-demand service being provided to Etisalat eLife TV and mobile subscribers, was signed on the sidelines of the CABSAT 2018 […]

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 […]