Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has launched the fifth cycle of the Dubai Smartpreneur Competition, which is open to startups offering solutions related to the Expo 2020 Dubai subthemes of Opportunity, Mobility and Sustainability. A launch ceremony, held today at Dubai Chamber’s premises, was attended by Dubai Chamber […]

Healthcare and trade professionals from more than 159 countries will arrive in Dubai tomorrow (Monday 27th) for the opening of the Arab Health Exhibition & Conferences, the largest gathering of healthcare companies, technology, products and services in the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) region. Following the success of the 2019 edition, where business generated […]

Emaar Hospitality Group celebrated the official opening of its latest project, Address Sky View, in Downtown Dubai. Held at the hotel’s much anticipated rooftop restaurant, Ce La Vi, Emaar’s Chairman, Mr. Mohamed Alabbar, and Emaar Hospitality Group’s Chief Operating Officer, Chris Newman attended the ceremony and spoke to the company’s past accomplishments and future endeavors. […]

Say ‘nĭ hăo’ to a wonderful world of Chinese New Year activities at Global Village, as the leading multi-cultural festival park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping and entertainment, celebrates the Chinese zodiac ‘Year of the Rat’ from 24 January to 1 February. Chinese New Year at Global Village is truly a […]

The Dubai Mall and Downtown Dubai is welcoming in the Chinese New Year with a line-up of family-friendly authentic activities that will take visitors on a journey through China’s rich culture and artforms. From January 25 – February 1, visit The Dubai Mall and celebrate Chinese New Year festivities with a series of roaming entertainment, […]

Dubai Holding has launched a series of inspirational video stories to highlight the #MyCity_MyRace campaign, which aims to calls on male and female Emiratis with different fitness levels to participate in the Dubai Marathon’s categories: 10KM, 42KM, and Wheel Chair. This initiative is driven by Dubai Holding’s ongoing commitment to increasing involvement of Emiratis and […]

Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Dubai Tourism, announced an administrative order clarifying the law of Decree No. 41, introduced in 2013 to govern holiday home activities in Dubai, to outline regulations for operators, homeowners and authorised tenants, who wish to obtain a holiday home licence. It has been established in collaboration with the […]

The 25th edition of the Carpet & Art Oasis 2020 features a collection of unique and historic handcrafted carpets and rugs including pieces that date back to the 17th century. These included a Dh6.5m carpet which goes back to Nomad civilization. The exhibition also features a gold-woven carpet that took 6 years to complete. “This Dh6.5m carpet is the […]

Al Seef is set to transform into a Chinese themed destination with glowing Chinese lanterns, colourful themed decorations and entertainment, the likes of which Dubai has never seen before, during this year’s Chinese New Year celebrations. From 23 to 26 January, Al Seef will usher in the Chinese New Year with a bang and offer […]

The Dubai Government is looking to maximise financial opportunities in the CBD by inter-linking Emirates Towers, Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai International Financial Centre under The Dubai Future District. Announcing the district’s launch on Twitter, HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and ruler of Dubai, […]

On 25 January 2000, Emirates took off from Dubai International Airport headed for Bahrain. When the B777-200 landed, it marked a major milestone for the airline – its first flight to the country. Twenty years later, the route has gone from strength-to-strength, and since the first flight, more than 6.7 million passengers have flown with […]

‘LE PETIT PRINCE’ has captured the hearts of children and adults of all ages around the world since he first appeared in 1943. Written by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, the tale has inspired generations around the world. 75 years on, UAE audiences can expect to witness ‘LE PETIT PRINCE’ take on a new and completely magical […]

Hala China, by Meraas and Dubai Holding, will host a live broadcast of China’s most-watched New Year variety TV show as it continues its citywide Chinese New Year celebrations. The big screens at City Walk by Meraas will broadcast a live feed of the Spring Festival Gala – or Chunwan, as it is known among […]

La Mer, Meraas’ world-class beachfront destination, will set the mood for Chinese New Year with Oriental-style decorations from 25 January to 1 February. You can also look forward to dazzling fireworks and exciting shows over the weekend. Treat the family to a Chinese feast at P. F. Chang’s or dine at Bado Chinese, where you […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, is welcoming Chinese investors to Dubai with a special Chinese New Year’s offer, in line with the rising Chinese investor interest in Dubai real estate and as part of its recently rolled-out fly-in programme. Azizi is offering Chinese nationals a customised 5-day, 4-night trip package that […]

Join the Chinese New Year celebrations and explore China’s rich culture and history with a wide range of content that goes from the historical to the fantastical, only on STARZPLAY, the leading SVOD service in the MENA region. In Shanghai Noon, Chinese martial arts legend Jackie Chan plays bumbling Chon Wang, who works as an […]

Ethiopian duo Soloman Deksisa and Worknesh Degefa will spearhead a strong elite field featuring major city marathon winners and athletes with more than 35 international victories between them when the Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon is staged on Friday (January 24). Deksisa and Degefa boast the best Personal Bests in the men and women’s fields respectively […]

Writer director Taika Waititi (THOR: RAGNAROK, HUNT FOR THE WILDERPEOPLE), brings his signature style of humour and pathos to his latest film, JOJO RABBIT, a World War II satire that follows a lonely German boy (Roman Griffin Davis as JoJo) whose world view is turned upside down when he discovers his single mother Rosie (Scarlett […]

Latest global data reveals that Global Village, the leading multi-cultural festival park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping and entertainment, measures up to the world’s top entertainment destinations for average daily visitation. According to figures released in the Global Attractions Attendance Report – 2018 by Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) and AECOM, average […]

Davos, Switzerland: Dubai is bringing together Government leaders and heads of major corporations from Asia, Latin America and Africa for the Davos launch of the World Logistics Passport, a major initiative to boost South-South trade. The World Logistics Passport links Customs World, DP World, and Emirates Group to enhance connectivity through Dubai and, through expertise sharing […]

DIFC’s FinTech Hive revealed the launch of a new funding accelerator programme for FinTech start-ups in the MEASA region. FinTech Hive Scale Up programme benefits scaleups by helping them grow through strategic partnerships and receiving investment resources through the DIFC FinTech Hive ecosystem. Through a series of collaborations with multiple partners, the programme provides start-ups with […]

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) launched the first financial regulator-led Cyber Threat Intelligence Platform (Platform) in the region in collaboration with the Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC), the National Computer Emergency Response Team for the UAE (aeCERT), the Computer Incident Response Center Luxembourg (CIRCL) and the Open Source Threat Intelligence and Sharing Platform Project […]

Saif Nabeel, one of the Arab world’s most popular artists, will be bringing his chart-topping hits to Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural festival park, and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, for a live performance from 9 pm on Friday, 24th January. The popular Arab singer and composer will entertain […]

Local favourite Indie kicks off the New Year, with a fresh new roster of themed nights to entertain those in search of an exhilarating atmosphere and the hottest beats in the city. On the Sunday Industry Night, hospitality workers can enjoy 50% off F&B all night. Ideal for anyone who’s worked a long weekend and deserves a […]

Dubai Opera and Broadway Entertainment Group have put together a perfect Valentine’s Day marriage proposal with a bespoke itinerary on 13 or 14 February, designed to create the perfect moment in one of the most iconic buildings in Dubai. ‘FORMIDABLE! AZNAVOUR’, is a the greatest ever musical tribute to Charles Aznavour’s career. The show transports audiences back to the streets […]

Seera Group, the Middle East region’s leading provider of travel and tourism services, highlighted its commitment to women empowerment by hosting an event organized by ‘Women In Tech Dubai’ at their Dubai hub. Women In Tech Dubai is a UAE based professional group that is focused on creating a safe space and community for women […]

Central Park Towers, a contemporary urban business and lifestyle destination within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), has been strong in attracting more businesses to its development due to unparalleled positioning and offerings. The 180,000 sq ft leased in 2019 included PetroChina, one of China’s leading oil and gas providers, MetLife, one of the region’s […]

Chairman of Dubai Media Council His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said the significant strides Dubai has made in the media industry, which have transformed it into an important hub on the global media map, reflect the importance the emirate places on the sector and the vital role it plays in […]

As a growing and global phenomenon, Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena is delighted to announce that an incredible K-pop Super Concert will be taking the Arena by storm on the 20th March 2020 organised by Grace & Co. K-pop (abbreviation of Korean pop) is a genre of pop music originating in South Korea – and is now a […]

Dubai’s tourism industry closed a successful decade at the end of 2019, welcoming an all-time high 16.73 million international overnight visitors, an impressive 5.1 per cent increase in tourism volumes, definitively surpassing the global tourism growth forecast by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) by over one per cent. With momentum firmly tracking against […]

The 25th edition of Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) started with the popular campaign, “Spin & Win” by Dubai Shopping Malls Group (DSMG), and has became an instant hit amongst the shoppers this year, as well a major reason for celebration for the much-awaited shopping festival across the globe. With a chance to win up to AED 200,000 […]

In its efforts to prepare participating employees for the upcoming Marathon, Dubai Holding Running Club, one of the Company’s Wellness Programme initiatives, launched a 3-month long series of training sessions with an extensive focus on tips and techniques relevant to running long distances with specific timings. Since last October, the sessions were attended by a […]

Highlights of Plaza Premium Lounge Dubai: 1,260-square-metre Plaza Premium Lounge Dubai with a maximum capacity of 300 guests, the largest independent pay-per-use airport lounge at Terminal 3 in the busiest transit hub in the Middle East Special features: Four Family Suites, dedicated Playroom, “first-class” enclosed private napping space, cigar lounge, male and female prayer rooms […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, has mapped its electric vehicle charging station locations, across 14 digital platforms, including DEWA website and Smart app, the Authority announced today. This, DEWA said, will support customers, who register in the EV Green Charger Initiative, to accurately locate all the DEWA charging stations across a variety of digital […]

DP World and Swissterminal Holding AG, the leading container terminal operator in Switzerland, have entered a strategic partnership. With effect from 20 January 2020, DP World has taken a stake of 44% in Swissterminal Holding AG with the Mayer family, who founded the business, remaining the majority shareholder. The parties have agreed not to disclose […]

Defending Champion Bryson DeChambeau, 2017 Champion Sergio Garcia, 2017 Race to Dubai Champion Tommy Fleetwood, Ryder Cup talisman Ian Poulter and up-and-coming amateur Josh Hill were joined by the official Expo 2020 mascots, eight-year-old Emirati girl Latifa, and her nine-year-old brother, Rashid, to mark the 31st edition of the OMEGA Dubai Desert Classic, which will […]

Emirates, is looking for candidates in the UAE to join its multinational cabin crew team. Candidates are required to register online on the Emirates Group careers website and wait to receive an invitation email prior to attending the recruitment event. Candidates who qualify will be informed of the venue details for the assessment day. The […]

OSN, the region’s leading entertainment network, has announced that the new Turkish drama series ‘The Choice’ (AKA ‘Al Ikhtiyar’ or ‘Babil’) will be exclusively airing weekly on OSN YA HALA AL OULA every Sunday starting January 26, 2020. ‘The Choice’ will launch on OSN just one week following its air time in Turkey, to provide […]

Mohammed Bin Rashid Global Centre for Endowment Consultancy (MBRGCEC), managed by Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation (AMAF), today renewed the Dubai Endowment Sign awarded to the Easa Saleh Al Gurg (ESAG) Charity Foundation for its continued contribution to educational endowments in Dubai. The ESAG Charity Foundation received the Dubai Endowment Sign for the third consecutive […]

Today, the International Humanitarian City (IHC), the global humanitarian hub created by the Government of Dubai as an initiative of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Wollongong in Dubai. The MoU allows both entities to work collaboratively to promote and mutually strengthen engagement […]

IMG Worlds of Adventure, the largest indoor theme park in Dubai returns with a celebration for Chinese New Year 2020; The indoor theme park will offer all Chinese residents in UAE the special promotional price buy one get one free valid from 24 January – 8 February 2020. The park will be transformed into a […]

Emaar Entertainment’s KidZania® Dubai has announced healthy new recipes at their popular culinary school. The Mum Mum Culinary School in KidZania®, run by the pioneering, locally-owned company providing healthy and nutritious meals to schools across the UAE, instructs students on the art and science of food preparation that include the mastery and appreciation of the […]

The Republic of Chile is now intensifying preparations for its participation at Expo 2020, under the theme of sustainability, diversity, tradition, and progress which embrace the four pillars of Chile and the principles it values. On its 700 square metre country pavilion Chile will be showcasing sustainable and reliable food production; renewable energy; productive and […]

Travellers flying with Emirates to and from China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia & Vietnam are in for a treat this Lunar New Year. Available for a limited time only, a specially curated selection of festive goodies and traditional Chinese fare will be available onboard, as well as on ground at select Emirates airport lounges. Lunar New […]

A spectacular showcase of Chinese-themed cultural festivities and entertainment await guests at MOTIONGATE™ Dubai this Chinese New Year. Mark the festival of peace, prosperity and good health at the theme park with family and friends surrounded by a vibrant atmosphere featuring dazzling decorations, live performances, dining delights and more from 22nd January to 8th February. […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Minister of Finance and President of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), the 24th edition of UAE International Dental Conference and Arab Dental Exhibition – AEEDC Dubai, will be held from the 4th to the 6th of February, 2020 at […]

The largest Consumer Cooperative in the UAE, ‘Union Coop’ recently signed 2 memorandum of understanding with ‘Dubai Foundation for Women and Children’, the first non-profitable authorized humanitarian organization that provides shelter and care in the UAE to the victims of domestic abuse, violence, child abuse and the victims of human trafficking. The first MoU states […]

The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature is showcasing 12 fantastic female writers for its 12th edition. This year the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature (4-9 February 2019) is shining the spotlight on the acclaimed female writers who help make sense of the world, either through their characters’ stories, or their own experiences. Bringing new insights, […]

Dubai’s premier fresh food market, the Waterfront Market – Deira, will celebrate Chunji ‘Spring Festival’ and promises plenty of fun and festive activities for all the family. The Chinese New Year’s celebrations will begin on Saturday, 25th January and run until Saturday 8th February with special performances throughout the week. 2020 is the year of […]

More than 150 nutritionists will be at various supermarkets across the Middle East and North Africa throughout January to encourage shoppers to eat healthier, move more, and live better. The 2020 edition of the Choose Wellness, Choose Nestlé initiative, running in the region for the seventh consecutive year, is expected to reach around 500,000 shoppers […]

Dubai’s real estate market could be seeing the first signs of growing market confidence. This is a result of a notable slowdown in apartment sales price declines and the stabilisation of rental rates, according to the latest Chestertons’ Observer: Dubai Market Report Q4 2019. Transaction values for the year also underscored the positivity in the […]

At Dubai Land Department (DLD), we followed with unprecedented care the results of the Government of Dubai Customer Happiness and Mystery Shopper Index surveys. We support and value the Dubai Executive Council’s Government Excellence Program under the supervision of HH Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of […]

dnata Travel, the UAE’s longest-standing travel provider, is revealing its most popular destinations in 2019 and where 2020 looks likely to take the UAE’s growing traveller base. In 2019, the top ten most popular destinations for UAE travellers booking with dnata Travel were: United Arab Emirates (for staycations), Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, Maldives, […]

After winning awards and breaking records in 2019, the most prestigious corporate sporting event in the UAE, the Corporate Sports Championship 2020, returns to Dubai on February 27-29, 2020. The blue-ribbon event, presented in collaboration with Dubai Sports Council and empowered by Great Place to Work, unites more than 28 of the UAE’s top companies, […]

The Queen Elizabeth 2, the iconic floating hotel docked permanently in Dubai’s Mina Rashid,  will host a family Valentine’s Day Bunch and a special romantic evening at sea at ‘La Voce Dell’ Amore – The voice of love’ – a dinner and live opera show.

As part of its long-standing pillar partnership with Meydan, Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, sponsored the Dubai World Cup Carnival for the third year running through six races named after its prestigious projects, namely Riviera 1, Mina, Creek Views, Aliyah, Al Furjan, and Riviera 2. At the Dubai World Cup Carnival […]

Emirati camel rider Yahya Al Malai Al-Ketbi duplicated the achievement of his brother, Khamis Ali Saeed Al Malai Al Ketbi, by dominating the second preliminary race of the 5th National Day Camel Marathon held at Al Marmoom Camel Race Track on Friday. Organized by the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center (HHC) in cooperation with the Dubai […]

Assala Nasri mesmerised thousands of Global Village guests at the world’s leading multicultural festival park, and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, as she produced a glittering live set on Friday, 17th January. The accomplished singing sensation entertained guests with fan-favourite songs like “Bent Akaber”, ‘Shamekh”, and ‘Aktar’ for the latest […]

In line with its continuous initiatives to enhance and consolidate its relationship with its partners as well as appreciate the roles they play in developing its services for its customers, Dubai Land Department (DLD), through Dubai Real Estate Institute (DREI), organised the annual forum to honour the various partners who contributed to the success of […]

The Selfie Kingdom (TSK), Dubai’s first ever dedicated selfie museum opens its doors for photo / selfie enthusiasts of all ages. Close to the Expo 2020 site, TSK is an interactive space that aims to inspire creativity, art, design and promote digital content. The hub currently features fifteen pop-up rooms with vibrant and unique backdrops/props […]