Emaar Entertainment is celebrating Mother’s Day with incredible promotions that offer fun ways for mums to spend quality time with their children. Visit Dig It at The Springs Souk and spend quality time with your little ones as you dig, move, build and create at Dubai’s coolest and safest construction site, specially designed for children. […]

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Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has launched the pilot phase of its Business Voice Portal, a new digital platform designed to streamline public-private sector cooperation and contribute towards Dubai’s economic progress and development. Through the interactive portal, members of business groups and business councils in Dubai can share valuable insights and feedback on draft […]

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Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural Festival Park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, will witness the leading Indian hip-hop stars, Badshah & Raftaar, live in concert and performing on one stage for the first time ever, on Friday, 22nd March 2019. Guests are invited to celebrate the Festival of […]

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In recognition of Mother’s Day, The Dubai Mall is introducing the first-ever In-Mall Childcare Service in the UAE. Launched in partnership with Malaak Mama & Baby Care, a reputable maternity and childcare organisation, this exclusive service adds to The Dubai Mall’s growing portfolio of premium services being made available for the convenience of guests. Launching […]

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The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah — Dubai’s newest dining, entertainment and leisure destination —  is hosting an energetic line-up of daily wellness and fitness activities to encourage holistic living, including yoga, sound-healing, guided meditation, Kangoo workouts, Qigong, Zumba, Gong and more until 30 March. Set against a stunning backdrop overlooking the turquoise waters of the […]

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Emirates has announced it will increase the frequency of flights between Dubai and Cairo, adding four additional flights a week to its existing thrice-daily service, starting 28 October, 2019. The four new flights operating on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, will take the total number of weekly Emirates flights serving Cairo to 25. “Cairo is […]

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Arabian Automobiles, the flagship company of the AW Rostamani Group and the exclusive dealer for Nissan in Dubai, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates, showcased the ICC Cricket World Cup Trophy at the Nissan Deira showroom. Nissan is the official global partner for International Cricket Council until end of 2023 with the goal of strengthening its […]

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Hala China, a joint initiative by Meraas and Dubai Holding, last week (Thursday, 14th March) hosted a group wedding for nine Chinese couples in Dubai at the exclusive Love Lakes. The glamorous knot-tying occasion saw the serene lakes near Al Qudra transformed into a picturesque landscape for the culturally curious couples who wanted to hold their […]

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Mother’s Day is fast approaching and three renowned Meraas leisure and entertainment destinations have teamed up to offer a special gift, promoting the ultimate family fun day out. Grab your beach bags! From the 14th to the 28th of March, every ticket purchased at Laguna Waterpark at La Mer or Splash Pad at JBR will […]

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Pioneering development projects with global potential are being sought by Expo 2020 Dubai as part of its Global Best Practice Programme, which aims to enhance visibility of best practices for the benefit of all. The programme provides projects being delivered by governments, businesses, international organisations, academia, communities and individuals around the world with the opportunity […]

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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, generously offered his private plane, a B747, to deliver, in the coming days, much needed humanitarian assistance to those most affected by the natural disaster in Mozambique. Meanwhile, the International Humanitarian City is supporting its partners […]

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Customers traveling on Emirates’ India flights this week are in for a treat as the airline joins in the celebrations of Holi, India’s festival of colours. To mark the auspicious occasion – which embraces unity, diversity and traditions – Emirates customers traveling on 20th and 21st March between Dubai and Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Bangalore, […]

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Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, is rolling out a new limited time offer for all new and existing Skywards members to boost their Miles. The offer is valid for Economy and Business class tickets booked on Emirates and flydubai between 20 March 2019 and 31 March 2019 for travel between […]

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Emirates Post, the leading postal and express delivery provider in the region, is encouraging schoolchildren to rediscover the art of letter writing by entering the UPU International Letter Writing Competition.  Now in its 48th year, the prestigious competition is organised by Emirates Post as part of the global activity of the Universal Postal Union (UPU), […]

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Etihad Aviation Group will showcase career opportunities and UAE National employment programmes at the UAE Careers exhibition in Dubai this week. Etihad will continue its extensive 2019 recruitment drive at the exhibition, which takes place from 19 – 21 March at the Dubai world Trade Centre. Etihad is looking to attract the highest calibre of […]

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Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Dubai Tourism, has reinforced its commitment to the German market during the 2019 edition of ITB Berlin, the world-renowned travel trade show. Bringing together Dubai’s network of industry stakeholders across the public and private sector, the international show provided a platform to share key market insights, further cementing […]

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More than 50 of the world’s leading grant-making foundations involved in education, including Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation for Education, Art Jameel, Dubai Cares, and NMC Healthcare from the UAE, will meet in Dubai on the eve of the Varkey Foundation’s Global Education & Skills Forum to discuss some of the most pressing issues in education […]

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Brune Poirson, Secretary of State to François de Rugy, Minister of State, Minister for the Ecological and Inclusive Transition, unveiled the French Pavilion for the World Expo to be held in Dubai from October 20th 2020 to April 10th 2021 under the theme of “Connecting minds, Creating the future”. The French Pavilion will be both […]

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Emirates today revealed its ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 themed Emirates A380 livery in the build up to one of the world’s most anticipated sporting events this year. Former India cricketer and ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2011 winner, Virender Sehwag, and Emirates sponsored Lancashire team players Saqib Mahmood and Tom Bailey helped to marshal […]

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Azizi Developments, one of the leading private developers in the UAE, launched the sale of BAYT by Azizi in Dubai Sports City, a new short-term rental home concept through which investors can yield higher returns by having their owned apartments managed and serviced for them. Azizi Developments will provide registration, licensing and hotel-quality service while […]

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BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the premier Bollywood-themed park that is part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, is hosting a spring concert with Award Winning singer Shreya Ghoshal on 29 March. Shreya Ghoshal is a famous playback singer and has received four National Film Awards, six Filmfare Awards […]

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The key sectors of Dubai’s economy that are generating new growth and underpinning continued economic diversification  are explored in detail in a new report from the global research and consultancy firm Oxford Business Group (OBG). The Report: Dubai 2019 charts the emirate’s bid to build on its competitive advantages and attract new investors by establishing […]

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Golden Mile Galleria on Palm Jumeirah is hosting the second edition of its free Run & Flo fitness event following a tremendous response to the first session last month. Over 100 fitness enthusiasts and their friends and families participated in the first Run & Flo last month, guided by triathletes, fitness experts and yoga gurus. […]

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The Ministry of Health and Prevention is very keen to upgrade all medical services provided to the public. The residence-visa medical check-up, which falls within the ministry’s priorities, are being developed day after day to immunize the society against infectious diseases, speed up medical examinations procedures with high accuracy and help obtain the residence-visa swiftly […]

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In the recently held Dubai Lynx Awards 2019, IKEA took home four awards for its unique and creative campaign “End the everyday drama” where the region’s favorite Swedish home furnishing retailer demonstrated how small, niggling annoyances can upset our daily routine and quickly turn melodramatic. The series was applauded at the 2019 Dubai Lynx Awards, […]

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His Excellency Humaid Al Qatami, Director General of Dubai Health Authority (DHA), has honoured ZAJEL, the UAE’s leading provider of courier and parcel delivery services, in recognition of its role as a strategic partner in the health services sector and its continued support for the development of Sheryan, Dubai’s online health licensing system for all […]

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MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, the largest Hollywood-inspired theme park in the Middle East, part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, is calling all hero moms to enjoy over 27 thrilling rides and attractions at Dubai Parks and Resorts this Mother’s Day for just AED 50. All moms, including adventure-seekers, […]

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Dubai Design District (d3), the destination dedicated to design, launches its diverse line up of events that shine the spotlight on the works of regional and international artists as part of Art Season 2019 programming. Organized by Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin […]

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International superstar Jackie Chan said that he is happy to be back in Dubai for the filming of his latest movie Vanguard. The city’s exceptional production infrastructure, support services and exciting backdrops make it an ideal place to film movies, he said. Speaking during a media interaction at Dubai Studio City, the action movie star […]

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Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts, heritage, and literature, announced that Al Shindagha Museum opens its doors to visitors in Q1 2019. The museum represents the first phase of the ambitious Dubai Historical District (DHD) project and was developed in collaboration between Dubai Culture which will manage […]

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Downtown Dubai will be home to more than 400, as Emaar has announced that it will launch ‘Dubai Stars,’ a walkable tribute to stars and influencers from all over the world, along Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard in Downtown Dubai. Dubai Stars, a walk of fame saluting stars and influencers from all over the world, […]

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The Emirates Group is once again gearing up for Careers UAE 2019, offering diverse career opportunities for UAE nationals at the three-day exhibition. This year, the Group will reveal a new programme, targeting national school graduates who aspire to be part of the exciting world of applied Technology. The programme, dubbed ‘the Technologists’, will consist of four years of academic education and […]

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The Dubai Sports Council CEO’s Masters Golf Day will take place on the new Emaar Dubai Hills Golf Course on Monday March 25th 2019, as part of Dubai Sports Council’s commitment to promoting golf as a business networking and key tourism tool for the UAE and region. The Dubai Sports Council CEO Masters, sponsored by DC […]

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Enjoy a lively girls’ night out with a twist at The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah – Dubai’s dynamic new waterfront dining, entertainment and leisure destination. Ladies, go restaurant hopping with the girls and sample an array of distinct cuisines, complimentary drinks and dining discounts every Thursday until 30 April. Hop across six unique venues – […]

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Tanuki Dubai will be treating mothers to a complimentary plate of Sushi Rolls when they dine at the restaurant throughout the day on 21 March. With an array of Sushi Rolls on the menu, the popular Asian fusion restaurant promises fresh ingredients and Asian cuisine with a twist, that caters to plenty of palettes. The […]

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DRIFT Beach Dubai, the bespoke seafront destination at the picturesque One&Only Royal Mirage, is introducing new tastes and sounds to keep things fresh this spring season with a revamped menu and extended DJ sets on weekends. Maxime Le Van, DRIFT’s revered Chef de Cuisine, has curated a spring menu incorporating new starters, mains and desserts […]

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Creating a practical guide to help startups navigate the UAE’s funding landscape, allocating more investment for startup incubators and accelerators, and expanding the existing network of investors who are eager to finance new business ventures are among the key recommendations of a new whitepaper published by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The whitepaper, published […]

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UAE families and yoga enthusiasts gathered yesterday (Saturday 16th March) to enjoy a unique hour-long yoga lesson in the world’s largest natural flower garden. Taking place in the garden’s Disney Avenue, against a backdrop of stunning giant floral structures of Mickey Mouse and Friends, the lesson was led by yoga instructors from Dubai-based Yoga Ashram. The lesson was inspired by […]

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BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the premier Bollywood-themed park that is part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, has re-launched its hugely popular hit live show ‘Dabangg: Stunt Spectacular’ with more drama and action, themed around the Bollywood mega hit movie Dabangg. Organised in a Bollywood-themed cinematic setting, the show […]

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Dubai Asset Management, the owner and manager of one of the city’s largest portfolios of rental residential communities and a member of Dubai Holding, announced the rollout of phase one of the first fully digital and paperless property rental experience in partnership with Smart Dubai. The smart solution is accessible via DubaiNow, a comprehensive platform […]

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Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, hosted today the latest edition of Volunteer Emirates 2019 with the participation of 100 volunteers who helped renovate The National Charity School in Al Garhoud in Dubai. The volunteers were involved in assembling desks and chairs for the students; revitalizing spaces for music and […]

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UAE start-ups secured USD 31.36 million in investments which account for 88 percent of the whole deal value of the region. Local Services, Ecommerce & Financial Services are the top three industries accounting for 44 percent of the entire deal count. In addition, logistics (9.3 percent), software (7.1 percent), media (4.6 percent), education (4.6 percent) […]

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The Department of Economic Development (DED), in Dubai in co-operation with the UAE Ministry of Food Security, has introduced 14 new business activities in the field of agricultural production and aquaculture in view of the growing interest in these activities and the importance being given to food security in the country. The move is part […]

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Dubai is among the top five cities in the world offering a positive experience for its population through smart technology, according to the latest Smart Cities Index. The index says the best cities offering a positive experience for its citizens include Singapore, London, New York, Dubai, Seoul and Barcelona. The study was developed for major […]

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Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, has announced that its conservation programmes and initiatives over the past 10 years have achieved significant savings in electricity and water use within various stakeholder groups. Cumulative savings between 2009 and 2018 reached 2 terrawatthours, TWh, of electricity and 7.4 billion gallons of water, equivalent to AED1.2 billion. These […]

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His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Expo Dubai 2020 Higher Committee, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, has established a City Readiness Subcommittee of the Expo 2020 Dubai Higher Committee, led by His Excellency Mohammed Ibrahim Al Shaibani, Vice Chairman […]

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Internationally acclaimed variety spectacle “WOW” extends its stay at The Rotunda – a dedicated entertainment destination within Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai. Having picked up praise and a nomination for Best Theatrical Performance in the Time Out Dubai Music & Nightlife Awards 2019 in its initial six week run, the show will continue to delight GCC […]

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Jakarta, Indonesia: Climate change is having a clear and direct economic impact on a global level and this pressing issue requires solutions and actions from all segments of the global community, including chambers of commerce, and public and private sector stakeholders, according to H.E. Hamad Buamim, Chair of the ICC – World Chambers Federation and […]

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The region’s best entrepreneurship development initiatives and the most important drivers of entrepreneurial success were in focus at the ‘SME World 2019’ summit held today in Dubai. Organised by Dubai SME – the agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector – and […]

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Dubai Design District (d3), the Middle East’s destination dedicated to design, presented an exhibition titled ‘The Art of Sustainable Architecture’ in association with its business partner Foster + Partners, a world-renowned architectural design and engineering firm, throughout the month of February. The first exhibition by Foster + Partners in the UAE offered a unique insight […]

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The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah – Dubai’s dynamic new waterfront dining, entertainment and leisure destination – is making every day a rewarding one, with exciting dining deals, entertainment activities and wellness packages, all at one stunning new location. Adding to the fun are live performances, music, roaming parades, and kids’ activities on The Pointe’s beachfront […]

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Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural Festival Park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has announced that the duration of its current Season 23 will be extended by a week. The last day of Season 23 will now be 13th April 2019, operating for a total of 166 days. Global […]

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Art by Amrita will showcase a taster of her hotly-anticipated Voice note Art © series at Art Dubai this month, producing interactive, UAE-inspired collector’s items that visitors can take home for free. Merging sound, sight and the spirit of Dubai, she will produce smaller, beautifully customised, on-the-spot versions of her new full-sized, hand-painted collection. Visitors […]

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The Dubai Financial Services Authority (“DFSA”) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (“MoU”) with Morocco’s Bank Al Maghrib to cooperate in the authorisation and supervision of banks operating in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and the Kingdom of Morocco. The MoU was signed by the Chief Executive of the DFSA, Bryan Stirewalt, and Abdellatif […]

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TECOM Group, a member of Dubai Holding, and a thriving ecosystem consisting of 11 business communities that has been recognised as an integral driver of Dubai’s knowledge and innovation economy since 1999, became one of only four organisations across the region to receive the Advanced CSR Label from Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Dubai […]

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The Coffee Club is proud to announce the opening of its newest café at one of the world’s most advanced financial hubs – the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). Marking its 24th outlet in the and the 26thin the GCC, The Coffee Club has recently opened at the DIFC Gate Avenue, offering the best of […]

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Dubai ranked first globally in attracting foreign direct investments (FDIs) for artificial intelligence and robotics; while the UAE ranked sixth in the global Smart Service Index, surpassing the US, UK and South Korea. The Emirate has attracted from 2015 to 2018 $21.6 billion worth of FDI in high-end technology transfers, with the most from the […]

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Emirates Flight Training Academy (EFTA), the world class flight training facility developed by Emirates, and the National Aviation Academy (TAYARAN), a not-for-profit vocational training institute in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to share their expertise and jointly promote their training programmes and exchange cadets pilots and aircraft maintenance technicians […]

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dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, announced the appointment of Dirk Goovaerts as the company’s Regional Chief Executive Officer for the Asia Pacific region. In his role, Dirk Goovaerts will oversee dnata’s catering, ground and cargo handling operations at 10 airports in three countries, including Australia, the Philippines and Singapore, managing a […]

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Art Dubai today announces UAE NOW, a new segment curated by Abu Dhabi-based Munira Al Sayegh exploring the country’s emerging independent local artist-run platforms and putting the spotlight on youth and independent home-grown subcultures. UAE NOW launches as part of Art Dubai’s 13th edition which opens next week on March 20 through to March 23 […]

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