All is set for the opening of Sleep Expo Middle East tomorrow at the Dubai Festival City Arena. As the region’s first-ever summit dedicated to advancing the sleep movement, Sleep Expo Middle East will run for three days, bringing together sleep experts and innovators under one roof to discuss and showcase the latest advances in […]

Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) has been named as ‘Airline Caterer of the Year’, Middle East, for the fifth consecutive year at the PAX International Readership Awards. Faysal Moufarrej, Chief Operations Officer, accepted the award on behalf of Emirates Flight Catering in Hamburg, Germany. Faysal Moufarrej, Chief Operations Officer of Emirates Flight Catering, said: “This achievement […]

Innovative technologies can be the answer to a greener footprint within the hydrocarbon dependent textile industry, concluded industry experts at a panel discussion titled ‘How Sustainable is Sustainability?’ held at the Ritz-Carlton, DIFC, Dubai on April 9. The event was held as part of a high-level Japanese delegation visiting Dubai to unveil a new revolutionary […]

Al Yousuf 3D Printing, a subsidiary of Al Yousuf Group, announced the arrival of DOOB to the UAE. Founded in Dusseldorf, Germany, DOOB is a full-service 3D technology company that creates replicas of you utilizing the latest 3D printing technology. The company is a frontrunner in digital scanning technology and the concept is currently present […]

Seychelles was bestowed with high honours as the destination was represented at the Tourism Panel at the Destination Wedding Planners (DWP) Congress from March 27 to 29 2019, held in Dubai’s iconic five-star hotel and luxury resort, Atlantis the Palm. The Seychelles delegation at the DWP event comprised of The Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) Chief […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, will organise the second webinar to learn about participation in the 2nd Solar Decathlon Middle East, SDME. The webinar will be held on Tuesday, 16th April. DEWA has invited universities from around the world to register for SDME, which it organises in 2020 under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh […]

The Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector of the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, issued 2,459 new licenses in March 2019, a growth of 35.4% compared to March 2018 (1,816). The new licenses created 9,661 jobs in the labor market. Among the new licenses issued, 58% were commercial, 39.3% professional, 1.9% related to tourism […]

Dubai CommerCity, the region’s first dedicated e-commerce free zone, will be highlighting the latest industry trends at Seamless Middle East 2019, an event which Dubai CommerCity is supporting as a title sponsor for a second consecutive year. Held under the patronage of Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and […]

Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment, DFRE, has announced that the Dubai Home Festival, DHF, will take place from 18th April to 1st May. Showcasing Dubai as the hub of homeware in the Middle East, the event will feature an array of home furnishing sales and exclusive promotions. Ahmed Al Khaja, CEO of Dubai Festivals and […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, the 9th edition of the FAHR International Conference will be held on the 17th and 18th of April, 2019, at the Jumeirah Emirates Tower Hotel in Dubai. Running under the theme ‘The 4th Industrial Revolution Human Capital […]

Azizi Developments, one of the leading private developers in the UAE, completed more than 86% of the construction and 60% of the external works of Farishta Azizi, one of the most sought-after residential properties and part of the impressive lineup of Azizi Developments’ 20 projects in Al Furjan. On schedule for completion in Q2 of […]

The globally-renowned corporate race series, the Bloomberg Square Mile Relay, has confirmed its return to Dubai for the fifth time on Wednesday, 12th February, 2020.  The race will once again be hosted at the Dubai International Finance Centre (DIFC). The announcement follows this year’s record-breaking, sold out, event on 13th February, which saw 1,030 runners from Dubai’s […]

BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the premier Bollywood-themed park, part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, is hosting Vishu celebrations on April 12th. The festival at BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai will feature live performances and acts by famous artists from India, traditional food and much more. The celebrations will begin […]

Suitsupply, the globe-spanning European brand renowned for its focus on expertly crafted men’s tailoring, is back in Dubai with a new home at Gate Avenue in the Dubai International Financial District. Opened on March 17th, Suitsupply at Gate Avenue is a 137-m2 shop in the heart of Dubai’s City Walk area—providing a sophisticated retail shopping […]

dnata’s catering team has been voted ‘Airline Caterer of the Year, North America, 2019′ by readers of PAX International, the leading publication for airline industry executives. The coveted PAX International Readership Award was presented in Hamburg during the annual World Travel Catering Expo. “We are honoured to be recognised by our industry peers for our […]

The overwhelming majority (82%) of people in the UAE think that the Smart Dubai Initiative will make Dubai the happiest city in the world, new YouGov research reveals. The Smart Dubai initiative founded following the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid Al Maktoum aims to make Dubai the smartest city on earth through […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, has announced changes in the marine transit network of Dubai Creek as part of its continues efforts to improve service and convenience. “The restructuring of marine transport lines and stations of Dubai Creek is part of our strategic plan to fulfill the needs of marine transport users. Lines have […]

Reel Cinemas, the world class cinema experience by Emaar Entertainment, has introduced a host of special offers to make your movie-going experience more enjoyable than ever. Enjoy your next cinema outing with a series of pocket-friendly offers that will appeal to visitors and residents alike. Here’s a breakdown of what’s happening at Reel Cinemas’ across […]

Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, continues its deep-rooted approach and efforts to employ smart district cooling systems that support the transition towards “Accelerating the Circular Economy 360”, and achieving the national development goals based on more sustainable development paths. Empower has aligned its strategy with national visions […]

Landmark Group in partnership with iCare Clinic organised free blood glucose and blood pressure screenings for visitors at Oasis Mall, UAE to mark World Health Day. The initiative was part of Landmark Group’s on-going Beat Diabetes campaign. Families and people of all ages benefitted from the free blood glucose and blood pressure screenings organized under […]

Calling all festival lovers! Barasti on Tour is BACK and this year, the beloved beach bar has a pretty special prize up for grabs! The generous beach bar has ten tickets up for grabs to Europe’s (and perhaps the world’s) most epic music festival. Following a month-long competition (which is super easy to enter), ten […]

The membership database of the Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) has grown by 10% in the first quarter of 2019, bringing the total number of members to 949, up from 864 by the end of 2018, according to DBWC announcement. The significant increase in the membership database reflects the important role played by the council […]

Emirates REIT, the world’s largest Sharia’a-compliant Real Estate Investment Trust, today celebrated the 5th anniversary of the listing of its shares on Nasdaq Dubai. Abdullah Al Hamli and Sylvain Vieujot, Chairman and CEO respectively of Equitativa Dubai, the manager of Emirates REIT, rang the market-opening bell at the region’s international exchange to mark the five-year […]

Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, is introducing a brand new annual pass exclusively for UAE nationals, priced at AED 595, which will be available to purchase on-site only on April 19th. The Emirati annual pass will be valid for 14 months and will provide entry to all […]

This Spring/Summer season, City Centre Mirdif wants you to stay true to your personality and make a statement with your fashion choices. With glamorous fashion shows and exclusive beauty experiences, style-savvy shoppers will find everything they need to express themselves with that distinct look, all under one roof. Here is the full programme of exclusive […]

In line with its commitment to shaping a vibrant community where people can work, live and play, Dubai Studio City is offering complimentary outdoor yoga classes in collaboration with optimalFITNESS every Thursday during the month of April. You can now head to a relaxing yoga session right after work to rejuvenate, improve respiration and boost […]

School’s out, but the fun and learning doesn’t need to stop this spring break. There’s plenty to keep the children occupied during the holidays with unique activities, art and craft workshops, fitness classes and music lessons at City Centre Deira, City Centre Me’aisem and City Centre Mirdif. Spring Break pop up at City Centre Deira […]

Global Music Icon Jennifer Lopez chose a white-hot AMATO Couture ruffled one-piece suit by Dubai-based fashion house AMATO Couture for her latest whimsical-themed music video — and it’s a glamorous outfit to remember. In the video, the artist can be seen in a carnival show inside a transparent glass room as a fortune teller wearing […]

Dubai is all geared up for the opening of two landmark events that will convene top government leaders, investors, and industry experts from across the globe for three days to separately discuss the important role of startups and cities of the future in a nation’s sustainable socio-economic development and growth. AIM Startup and Future Cities […]

Need to recover from your daily stress? City Centre Deira invites you to escape the hustle, and relax, refresh and recharge at the mall’s new Spring/Summer ’19 Fashion Experience leisure pop up. The vibrant space in the West Court, Level 2 will offer a temporary escape for shoppers from their daily stress with plenty of […]

Dubai Investments Park, the wholly owned subsidiary of Dubai Investments PJSC and the region’s unique integrated, commercial, industrial, and residential community, has signed an $86 million contract with ABB Industries LLC to commission a new 132/11kv DEWA substation at DIP. The 132/11kv DEWA substation is the seventh operational substation in total across DIP 1 and […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) participated in the 20th Land and Poverty Conference which is organised by the World Bank in Washington DC. This comes as part of its tireless efforts to strengthen relations with international partners and promote Dubai’s strong position and achievements in the field of land registration and regulation. As partner in this […]

Calling all ladies! Mark your diaries, Laguna Waterpark is set to launch an after-hours night, exclusively for women. Ladies’ Night at Laguna Waterpark will be hosted on Thursday the 18th and 25th of April and will feature a host of uber fun experiences and offerings. Grab the girl gang and get down to Laguna Waterpark from 7PM to midnight to […]

UAE-based, Engineering Contracting Company Group (ECC), in partnership with McLaren Construction, a UK-based company with operations in the UAE, have announced the successful delivery of their latest project – the Happiness Street Car Park at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). The car park which was completed in October 2018 and has been successfully operational since, […]

The Dubai Mall, the world’s most visited retail and lifestyle destination and the flagship of Emaar Malls, has won two top laurels at the Dubai Business Excellence Awards. The Dubai Mall won the ‘Best Service Performance Mall 2018’ award in the shopping centres sector and was also adjudged as a top-scorer in the Emirates Business […]

The fifth edition of World Art Dubai has concluded on a high as it marked three award ceremonies during the closing days of the show. Heralded as the most successful edition in its five years, the fair placed the spotlight on a range of international and emerging artists and galleries, awarding winners across numerous competitions […]

Union Properties, the leading property developer in the UAE and master developer of MotorCity, has announced that it will be hosting an exciting series of community events set to take place at its popular MotorCity and UPTOWN Mirdiff communities . Expected to attract approximately 50,000 participants, this year’s line-up includes around 25 free-to-attend events themed around the […]

STARZPLAY, the subscription video on demand (SVOD) service, which reached the milestone of one million subscribers earlier this year, was highlighted by Dubai SME, one of the agencies of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai mandated to support and develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, and strengthen Dubai’s position as a […]

Spring break is in full swing at Meraas’ La Mer, Boxpark and Kite Beach with fun activations for both adults and kids. Visitors will get the chance to watch ‘The Smurfs’ live on stage at La Mer, the world-class beachfront destination by Meraas. The show will feature an adorable tale, exciting music and dancing, lots of laughs and of course, everyone’s favourite little blue guys. What’s more, your little ones can also get to […]

As part of the cooperation agreement between Dubai Sports Council and the French Football Federation (FFF), a team of experts from the FFF were in Dubai to evaluate football academies at Dubai clubs. The FFF team evaluated the academies’ training modules, technical programs and medical units, starting with Al Nasr club on April 1 and […]

Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance, visited on Saturday the World Art Dubai 2019 that concluded today at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Sheikh Nahyan was briefed about innovations of genuine artworks, which included original works of contemporary art, paintings, sculptures, photographs, arts, art and other artworks. The exhibition is the largest […]

He Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum returned to the Gov Games site on Kite Beach to cheer for the teams competing for the finale under the theme 1Team1Spirit. The teams from Abu Dhabi Police and Dubai Police will join F3, Fujairah […]

Last Exit, the food truck concept with a rebellious spirit, has announced that favorite F & B brands Hardees, KFC, Amorino and Cupagahwa are now open at its Jebel Ali South destination. Great news for anyone and everyone who has ever found themselves on that long drive down the seemingly unending Sheikh Zayed Road and […]

Luxury has a new destination: ELIE SAAB at Emaar Beachfront, a gated island destination in Dubai, was unveiled today at Dubai Opera by Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman of Emaar, and Elie Saab, founder and Chairman of ELIE SAAB Group. Emaar, the global developer, is partnering for the first time with the renowned fashion designer for the […]

Dubai based stand-up comedian Rushdi Rafeek launches a dynamic new Podcast Show “The Hangout with Rushdi”, as the name suggests the show is hosted by the enigmatic Rushdi himself and invites people from all walks of life to join him in an entertaining discussion over topics relevant to this region. The show aims to offer […]

The luxurious 5-star Bab Al Qasr Hotel & Residences in Abu Dhabi is celebrating Easter with an exciting line-up of activities crafted for adult and young guests. Easter Brunch Families and friends can gather at the Artisan Kitchen and feast on a fabulous Easter brunch serving the finest classical and seasonal dishes including stations for […]

Gulfood 2019, the world’s largest annual food and beverage trade exhibition, ended its 24th run at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) with major alliance breakthroughs and multibillion-dollar export deals reinforcing the emirate’s reputation for specialist industry events that serve as strategic gateways to hugely-lucrative and transformational global markets. The 2019 edition of the show was […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted the 7th edition of the Dubai Sustainable Supply Chain Forum at its premises which gathered members of the business community in Dubai and highlighted best practices in implementing impactful supply chain and sustainability programmes. Organised by the Sustainability in Supply Chain Task Force under the Dubai Chamber […]

Global stand-up comedy superstar, Russell Peters will make his long-awaited return to the UAE, as he brings his Deported World Tour, produced by Live Nation Middle East and Flash Entertainment in association with Dubai Calendar, to Dubai Arena on June 6th. Peters’ previous appearances in Dubai rank among the fastest selling shows in the UAE, […]

Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Raging Tiger Events, the exclusive representative of Wedding Design Company (WDC), India’s leading destination wedding planning company. This partnership, enabled through DXB Live, the experiential arm of DWTC, is set to promote Dubai as the preferred wedding destination for Indian weddings, and […]

His Highness Sheikh Hasher Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, Director General of the Dubai Department of Information formally opened World Art Dubai 2019 at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) today, leading a delegation of officials and high-profile members of the local and global art community around the fifth instalment of the region’s leading accessible and affordable […]

Prepare to dance your heart out as Bluewaters – Meraas’ sophisticated modern island destination– raises the curtain on the final phase of its three-month-long activation, the Bluewaters Dance Groove. Set to run over the next four weekends from 4 to 27 April, the dance extravaganza will come to life with a series of exciting workshops […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED) has started awareness visits to the traditional markets and major sales outlets in Dubai ahead of the Holy Month of Ramadan. The visits, which are part of the DED strategy to strengthen business competitiveness and promote cordial relations in the […]

wasl properties, a subsidiary of wasl Asset Management Group, announced the release of its ‘wasl link’ development into Dubai’s leasehold market. The new launch forms part of the company’s strategy to provide affordable housing options in established areas of Dubai. wasl link will be located in Muhaisnah and will provide the market with 247 units […]

Masala Library is the magnum-opus of Mr. Jiggs Kalra, who is known as the “Czar of Indian Cuisine” and “Taste Maker to the Indian Nation”. The restaurant focuses on reviving traditional recipes from across ancient India while presenting them in a unique and contemporary way. My Masala Library experience was out of this world! It […]

BASE will host legendary Algerian singer Cheb Khaled on Thursday, April 4th and critically acclaimed, London-based rap phenomenon Giggs on Friday, April 5th, for what promises to be another unforgettable weekend at Dubai’s homegrown superclub. Khaled Hadj Ibrahim, also known by his stage name Ched Khaled, is a world-renowned Algerian musician, singer and songwriter. His massive […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s representative office in Kenya recently organised a study mission to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania which explored business potential within the country’s healthcare, manufacturing, agriculture, energy, tourism and hospitality sectors. The study mission, led by Omar Khan, Director of International Offices, Dubai Chamber, coincided with the 7th East African Health and […]

Time Out Group plc (AIM: TMO), the global media and entertainment business, today announced that it has entered into a management agreement with Emaar Malls (DFM: EMAARMALLS), the shopping malls and retail business majority-owned by Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR), to open a new Time Out Market in one of Dubai’s most visited attractions. This […]

The DIFC FinTech Hive, the first and largest financial technology accelerator in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, MEASA, region, announced it has begun accepting applications for the third cycle of its hugely successful accelerator programme. The third cycle will kick off in September, welcoming select FinTech start-ups to an intensive three-month programme, which […]

Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Dubai Tourism, reported record growth in overnight visitors from Japan, crossing the 100,000 mark for the first time at the end of 2018. Reflecting a 15.3 percent year-on-year increase, the Emirate welcomed 104,843 overnight visitors, with the robust growth underscoring efforts to further showcase the breadth of the […]