The Global Education and Training Exhibition, the UAE’s leading education and student recruitment exhibition,will kick-off its spring edition (GETEX Spring 2023)on April 26, 2023, at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.The exhibition will bring together over 200 of the world’s top-ranking educational institutions from UAE, India, USA, Canada, UK, Turkey, France, Hungary, Georgia, Armenia, […]

Dubai Airports, the operator of Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC),is calling on UAE Nationals to join its airport fire services department and register for its UAE National Airport Fire Services Programme during the 2023 edition of the National Service Career Fair 2023, taking place at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre from 6-8 […]

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of the three chambers operating under Dubai Chambers, has hosted the seventh episode of a series of digital industry workshops – this time focusing on the gaming sector. This sector-specific workshop saw leading players in the gaming sector gather to discuss the opportunities and challenges the sector faces. The […]

World No.1 Novak Djokovic insists that while he may have only been given the medical all-clear to compete at this week’s Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships as recently as five days ago, he has no intention of using this week’s ATP 500 tournament as competitive training, revealing that he values every trophy he wins now […]

Sania Mirza, India’s first Grand Slam winner, was honoured on Centre Court at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium tonight after bringing down the curtain on a glittering professional career that spanned almost two decades and blazed a trail for future generations of Indian tennis hopefuls. The 36-year-old Mumbai native, who won six Grand Slam […]

GulfCraft will showcase the much-anticipated Majesty 111 superyacht for the first time at the Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS) 2023, following the unveiling of its design concept at last year’s event. It will also reveal a brand-new superyacht to global audiences for the very first time. As one of the world’s leading shipyards and manufacturers […]

Women’s tennis was the winner on Friday when Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships presented the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA), the principle organising body of women’s professional tennis, with a special memento to mark its 50th anniversary. Prior to the second Singles semi-final on Centre Court at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, fans were treated to […]

World No.1 Iga Swiatek remains on course to make it back-to-back titles on the WTA Tour after storming into the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships final with an impressive victory over fifth seed Coco Gauff in front of a delighted Centre Court crowd on Friday evening. Swiatek will need to be at her silky best […]

The opening night of Shrek the Musical in Dubai was a resounding success, with a sold-out show at Dubai Opera with audiences thoroughly captivated by the talented cast and crew. The show, which brought the beloved characters of Shrek, Donkey, Fiona, and many others to life, delighted and entertained guests. The cast and crew worked […]

Under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, the #DubaiDestinations campaign will continue to highlight the city’s prominent landmarks and events, with a specific focus on the arts and culture sector during the Dubai Art Season in the upcoming weeks. The Dubai Art Season, which […]

The opulent Billionaire Dubai is inviting all for an evening of sophistication and glamour at the Bubbles & Bowties Night for an exclusive one night soiree. The night promises to be a celebration of the finer things in life, with live entertainment, delectable food, and a selection of premium cocktails to indulge in with an […]

While conflict, natural disasters and factory closures have severely impacted the supply of global food products, DP World maintains a robust food supply chain in the Middle East and beyond, through state-of-the-art infrastructure and unmatched digital trade solutions. Abdulla Al Hashmi, the Chief Operations Officer for Parks & Zones at DP World UAE explains the key role […]

Held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and Member of the Dubai Council, Hala Badri, Director General of Dubai Culture, inaugurated the 11thedition of Sikka Art and Design Festival under the theme ‘New creativity. Same Path’, featuring a […]

GulfCraft will showcase the much-anticipated Majesty 111 superyacht for the first time at the Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS) 2023, following the unveiling of its design concept at last year’s event. It will also reveal a brand-new superyacht to global audiences for the very first time. As one of the world’s leading shipyards and manufacturers […]

The Backstreet Boys, one of the best-selling bands of all time, have announced Middle East, South Africa and India dates. Originally set to wrap up their DNA World Tour on March 15th in Hong Kong, which has already seen the vocal group perform in the likes of Madrid, Munich, Budapest, London, Las Vegas, and much more, the […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under Dubai Chambers, has organised recently a Corporate Tax Workshop, designed to help participants navigate the new regime, with expert advice from senior members of corporate tax and legal teams at PwC Middle East. After issuing the UAE issued Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 […]

Dubai Calendar, the official listing platform for events in the city, has announced a spectacular line-up of live music, culture and sport events which will take place throughout the city during March 2023. Mark your calendars for an array of exciting events around Dubai. It’s that time of the year again to wear your fanciest […]

Dubai WoodShow (DWS), the leading platform for wood and woodworking machinery industry in the MENA region, is set to unveil a completely new event format in its 19th edition to be held on 7th to 9th March 2023 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Dubai WoodShow is gearing up to make a strong comeback as the […]

World No.30 Barbora Krejcikova produced a stunning comeback to deliver Aryna Sabalenka her first defeat of 2023 and send last month’s Australian Open champion crashing out of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships under the lights.The Czech’s reward? A semi-final clash against American Jessica Pegula, who received a walkover when her opponent Karolina Muchova withdrew […]

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations never before used for this purpose in Dubai. Buy your tickets now to discover the music of Queen at Queen Elizabeth II Hotel under the gentle glow of candlelight. General Info 📍 Venue: Queen Elizabeth II Hotel – Port Rashid 📅 Dates […]

Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for SME Development (Dubai SME), one of the agencies of Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), in cooperation with the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, is participating in the 28th edition of Gulfood, taking place from 20 to 24 February at Dubai World Trade Centre. Dubai SME will showcase Dubai’s […]

The Museum of the Future welcomed over 1000 children of determination along with their family members and caregivers as part of an exclusive visit in celebration of the museum’s first anniversary. The children enjoyed an exclusive tour of the museum’s various exhibits including the ‘Future Heroes’floorwhich is designed for children under the age of ten. […]

Step Conference 2023, the leading technology festival for emerging markets, kicks off its 11th edition today. It is presented by Dubai Internet City, a member of TECOM Group PJSC, and powered by Tap Payments. On the first day of the conference, US Consul General Meghan Gregonis will speak on the opening panel. She takes the […]

The GCC pivot towards Asia will continue to gain momentum, with bilateral trade between the GCC and emerging Asia set to grow by almost 6% per year over the next decade, to reach approximately US$578 billion by 2030. Trade between these two economic blocks will surpass the GCC’s trade with advanced economies by 2028, according to […]

The GCC pivot towards Asia will continue to gain momentum, with bilateral trade between the GCC and emerging Asia set to grow by almost 6% per year over the next decade, to reach approximately US$578 billion by 2030. Trade between these two economic blocks will surpass the GCC’s trade with advanced economies by 2028, according to […]

Alserkal Arts Foundation welcomes the public to experience thought provoking cultural productions that aim to challenge perspectives. The Foundation has curated a rich programme running through February and March that is open for everyone to engage with resident artists and researchers who are challenging the concept of conventional learning. The programme features eye-catching public artworks, […]

Driving innovation in the clean, organic and sustainable F&B industry, leading Estonian brands Revala, Rosena DK and Must Umami have won an unprecedented three awards at the Gulfood Innovation Awards 2023. Competing against hundreds of food producers from around the world, the three brands, which all fall under Taste Estonia, the food and beverage sector […]

The Jazz Garden has announced the opening of The Big Jam Series to be performed at Phileas Fogg Montgomerie Golf Club every Friday night starting February 24th from 8 pm to 3 am. These events will bring together some of the greatest jazz performances from around the world to the region. The Jazz Garden will […]

wasl Asset Management Group, one of the largest real estate development and management companies in Dubai, announced the sell-out of Gardenia Townhomes II, which had launched for sale in its second phase. The project is scheduled for handover in Q3 2024 and is part of the wasl gate master development in Jebel Ali. Townhomes at […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) held its first Foresight Lab under the theme ‘Towards 2033 | CO-DESIGNING THE FUTURE OF CULTURE’ in collaboration with the Dubai Design & Creativity Lab, a subsidiary under Dubai Future Foundation. The lab meets the objectives of the Dubai Future Readiness Index that aim to assess Dubai government […]

Gulf Capital (“GC”), one of the largest and most active private equity firms investing from the GCC to Southeast Asia, announced today that its portfolio company, the CWB Group (“CWB”), has merged with the PETOŠEVIĆ Group (“PETOŠEVIĆ”) to form an unrivalled super-regional firm servicing and managing the intellectual property (“IP”) portfolios of global clients across […]

Middle East Soprano Luiza Formenius releases her sixth single as she gives Opera classic ‘Nessun Dorma’ a brand new lease of life. Like many of her previous singles, Luiza’s cover of ‘Nessun Dorma’ gives new life to Opera classics, and her version of the Turandot track is brilliantly reimagined as a modern lounge track with […]

Gulf Capital (“GC”), one of the largest and most active private equity firms investing from the GCC to Southeast Asia, announced today that its portfolio company, the CWB Group (“CWB”), has merged with the PETOŠEVIĆ Group (“PETOŠEVIĆ”) to form an unrivalled super-regional firm servicing and managing the intellectual property (“IP”) portfolios of global clients across […]

Global running brand ASICS is partnering with Dubai-based community sports and fitness initiative At The Park, in a joint effort to promote wellness, fitness, sport and running for everyone in the community. As part of the ASICS Sound Mind Sound Body mandate, the Japanese sportsweat brand will support At the Park in all its community […]

Art, culture and co-working space, Foundry has announced it will be part of the first-ever Boulevart, a three-day extravaganza of artistic immersion combined with multi-sensory experiences and in-depth education. With free access for all, the event will take place across Downtown Dubai’s Boulevard from 24 to 26 February, seeking to demonstrate how computer-driven media is changing […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture)began the countdown to the launch of the 11thedition of Sikka Art and Design Festival, which is being held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture, and Member of Dubai Council, from February 24 to March 5, at […]

Top off your weekend and swing into Sunday with the Sunday Funday Brunch at Topgolf. Enjoy two hours of classic gameplay, delicious brunchand refreshments anytime from 11am on Sundays. Brunch on your own terms with a range of packages offering house beverages, soft drinks and an option for juniors. You will be served an amazing […]

Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi, President of the American University of Sharjah (AUS) and stalwart of protection and promotion of intellectual property (IP), welcomed Daren Tang, the fifth and current Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), to Sharjah. The President of the AUS, in tandem with the Director General of WIPO, embarked on […]

The first quarter of 2023 brings new opportunities for art enthusiasts across the UAE to venture out. Tashkeel’s Art Season 2023 is packed with exhibitions of new artwork, exclusive workshops, and compelling activities for all ages. Each event intends to engage and elevate the UAE’s art community of Dubai as Tashkeel celebrates 15 years since […]

The third edition of the Musivv awards will take place on March 8, 2023 at the Theatre of Digital Arts (TODA) located in the bustling Souk Madinat Jumeirah. This event which has honoured over 50 independent musical artists and creatives since its inception in 2019, will be marked by a first-of-its-kind celebration, featuring a live […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region continued to grow at a record-breaking pace in 2022with the number of active registered companies rising 20 per cent from 3,644 in 2021 to 4,377 in 2022. New companies registered in DIFC in 2022 surpassed […]

The Women’s Tennis Association (WTA), the principle organising body of women’s professional tennis, joined hands with the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championshipstomarkits 50th anniversary. WTA players, coaches and officialsteamed up with Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships representatives and tournament staff to form a human ’50’ on Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium’s famed centre court on […]

Italian agri-food world exports reached a historic 60 billion euros value last year, up by 17%. Towards the UAE the trend was even very much stronger swith an increase of +46% for a record value of almost 400 mln euros (jan.- nov.2022) A wide sample of this authentic Italian offer,  synonymous all over the world […]

Emirates Literature Foundation celebrated the winners of their new Book in a Box competition at the 15th edition of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature. The competition, which is sponsored by Arcadia School, invited all primary schools in the UAE to choose a book, or scene from a book, and create a visual representation of […]

The 2023 Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challengefilled the streets of Dubai over the weekend, culminating in exciting cycling, family fun, and an incredible atmosphere at Dubai International Stadium, withover2,200cyclistssigning up to take partin the 13th edition, held in partnership with Dubai Sports Council. The 2023 UCI Gran Fondo World Series qualifier saw over 150 elite […]

UK number one artist RAYE, and Tinie Tempah, the MOBO and BRIT award-winning artist treated Global Village guests to unforgettable live performances at Global Village on Sunday night. This special concert was held to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Virgin Radio Dubai 104.4, and to raise money for charity. 15% of all entry ticket receipts […]

The world’s top-ranked padel players will convene with biggest entertainers in world to present the ‘Greatest show on court’ with the inaugural World Padel League to be held in association with Dubai Sports Council at Coca-Cola Arena from 8th to 11th June 2023. The World Padel League will feature 4 teams, 24 of  world’s biggest players and 4 concerts with internationally […]

Not content with becoming the first UAE-born female to compete in the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, 17-year-old amateur Stefania Bojica underlined her name in the tournament’s history books by defeating World No.63 Danka Kovinic in her Q1 qualifying match – to the open-mouthed amazement of her coaching team. Bojica, born in Dubai to Romanian […]

Global Village joins the Rebel Alliance as they battle the evil empire with the latest addition to the Heroes Gallery at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium. Guests and fans of all things Star Wars® will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see Luke Skywalker’s Lightsaber from Star Wars®: Episode V -The Empire Strikes Back! Exclusively at […]

Marks & Spencer, operated by Al-Futtaim Group has everything you need to treat yourself and your loved ones to delicious Pancake Day combinations this year. No matter how you like them – made from scratch or with a quick and easy ready-made mix – on your marks…flip! Take your pancakes to the next level with […]

du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has namedShoug Al Fardan as the winner of an exclusive competition for Emirati designers to redesign and create new uniforms for staff at du’s retail stores across the UAE. The competition, which opened in September, was aimed at encouraging young Emirati designers to think out-of-the-box to design uniforms […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has today announced that it will be donating 15% of entry ticket revenues on the day of The Virgin Radio 15th Birthday Concert.  Entry to the concert is included in the purchase of a Global Village ticket with 15% […]

British tennis legend Andy Murray has heaped praise on the ongoing evolution of Dubai and its Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, which get underway this weekend with the women’s WTA 1000 event followed by the men’s ATP 500 tournament. Running from February 19 to March 4, both competitions will take place at Dubai Duty Free […]

Alumni from three Carnegie Mellon global campuses gathered in Dubai to reconnect and network. The event was hosted by Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar and lays the groundwork for stronger ties among CMU graduates living in the GCC region. Michael Trick, dean of CMU-Q, attended the event: “I have attended many alumni events over the […]

Nikki Beach Dubai, the city’s original and most iconic beach club is set to elevate its guest experience even further this winter with the addition of nine brand new VIP Pool Cabanas, officially open as of February 4th. This marks the latest enhancement in a series of upgrades to the property, following the recent launch […]

As part of the World Government Summit 2023, the Gender Balance Forum, held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Gender Balance Council (GBC), President of the Dubai Women Establishment, and the wife of HH Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister […]

Alserkal Art Week returns with a programme that will delight the curious from 26 February to 5 March 2023, showcasing first-in-the-region exhibitions and shows, the largest concentration of contemporary art galleries in the region, strong international programmes, and well-established artists. Rana Begum’s, Dappled Light, will open proceedings on 26 February at Concrete, marking the artist’s […]

Dubai Parks™ and Resorts, the Middle East’s largest theme park destination, isgiving you an extra lift with the launch of JumpX, an enormous new inflatable park located atRIVERLAND™ Dubai. Opening to the public on 17 February, the huge new attraction will have kids from ages five and upper fecting their jumping skills as they take […]

A thrilling uproar of unrivalled offers,along with expertly concocted cocktails,has taken over The Birdcage as the nightlife hotspot in Downtown invites guests to liven up their weekday evenings. From Monday to Saturday, The Birdcage will take guests on a sensory journey with masterfully mixed beverages, euphoric beats and thrilling live entertainment. As an ode to […]