This Eid season, indulge in a world of luxury and create unforgettable moments with your loved ones. It’s time for an exceptional family escape in Dubai at Jumeirah Hotels’ luxurious royal villas with unrivalled benefits. Jumeirah Beach HotelBeit Al Bahar Royal Villas Set within the grounds of Jumeirah Beach Hotel, this tranquil cluster of villas, […]

OSN, the leading entertainment network in the Middle East, today announced that it has expanded its licensing agreement with NBCUniversalGlobal Distribution to deliver even more premium, must-see content to viewers across the Middle East and in Arabic-speaking North Africa. This deal will give OSN viewers access to a treasure trove of first-run content, which includes […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has successfully launched its second nanosatellite DEWA SAT-2 aboard the Falcon 9 rocket of SpaceX from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, USA. The nanosatellite was designed and developed by Emiratis at DEWA’s Research and Development Centre, in collaboration with NanoAvionics in Lithuania.DEWA SAT-2,  a 6U nanosatellite, features a […]

The Dubai Press Club (DPC) hosted a session to discuss new trends in Arab drama production and key challenges facing the industry. Titled ‘Arab Drama Production &Future Challenges’, the session was held as part of DPC’s Ramadan Majlis programme. The event was attended by producers, industry experts and several prominent TV figures and celebrities from […]

Leading UAE-based IT smart Facilities Management (FM) solutions company HITEK Services, which is part of the Farnek group of companies, is to start a pilot project with the Bank of Khartoum (BOK) to digitalise it’s facilities operations. Working with HITEK’s Khartoum-based partner, TAD FM, the pilot will start at BOK’s branches in Khartoum East Sector. Initially, to […]

Dubai Municipality has won three local and international accolades in the first quarter of 2023. The Municipality received the British Safety Council award and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) award for its excellence in the category of occupational health and safety. In addition, it ranked first in the Research and Innovation […]

As summer approaches, STARZPLAY, one of the leading subscription video on demand services in the region, turns up the heat with its sizzling entertainment lineup. From Ramadan specials and exclusive new series to popular anime titles and TV shows, STARZPLAY has something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s a glimpse of the titles to put on […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, is offering passengers special holiday packages for the upcoming Eid Al Fitr holiday break. Passengers can take their pick with attractive deals offered by Holidays by flydubai to a number of exciting destinations on the carrier’s network. The Eid escapes special holiday packages include flights and hotel stay and caters to […]

Samsung ElectronicsCo., Ltd. today announced that Atlantis The Royal, a new resort from Kerzner International on Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, has been outfitted with itsindustry-leadingdisplays,includingThe Wall,as well as Samsung Smart Signage displays both indoors and outdoors. Following the 2023 grand opening of what has been dubbed one of the world’s top resorts, guests can now […]

Saxo Bank has received a BBB rating with a positive outlook from S&P Global Ratings, according to the bank’s first-ever rating report. In addition, Saxo Bank is currently in the process of being appointed a Systemically Important Financial Institution(SIFI) later this year by the Danish Financial Supervisory Authority (FSA). The SIFI designation is given to […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, is sponsoring the Special Needs Future Developments Center. As part of its corporate social responsibility program, Azizi has made donations, purchasing items from the wish lists of the center’s children of determination. Members of its team have also spent a day with the children as volunteers. […]

Dubai Airports has won two major accolades with its integrated contact centre being recognised with a Gold Stevie® Award and an International Business Excellence Award (IBXA). Dubai Airports was awarded the ‘Contact Centre of the Year (Up to 100 Seats) – in the All Other Industries’ category at the 17th annual Stevie Awards for Sales […]

Deyaar Development PJSC (Deyaar), one of Dubai’s leading property developers and real estate service providers, has announced the appointment of regional veteran Adnan Jabri as the new General Manager for Deyaar Facilities Management, as the company expands its portfolio of world-class projects and sets new benchmarks in service delivery. Jabri brings to the role more […]

Dubai saw remarkable growth in medical tourism in 2022 with 674,000 medical tourists spending AED992 million in the year, an increase of AED262 million from 2021. According to a report issued by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), 39% per cent of the medical tourists who came to Dubai were from Asian countries, 22% from Europe […]

In this dynamically evolving financial services ecosystem, success is underpinned by fool-proof strategy driven by customer innovation at the crux. Recent seismic shifts post the pandemic has led to vast adoption and penetration of digital services across the board, irrespective of the industry. Lifestyle brands, ecommerce websites, social media and OTT platforms have earmarked a […]

Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the Middle East and Africa (MENA) region, has joined the World Green Building Council’s (WorldGBC) Advancing Net Zero Readiness Framework as a Collaborator in the MENA region. The initiative aims to build a community of Net Zero Collaborators to increase confidence and speed up the investment for […]

Sila Insights, the Dubai-based AI-powered consumer intelligence company, today unveiled the findings of The Ramadan Shift, a thought-provoking study that examined the changing lifestyle priorities of Gen Z and millennials during the Holy Month. According to the study, Ramadan pursuits are becoming more individualistic, reflecting changing demographics, media consumption habits and lifestyle choices. This is […]

Today, Mastercard introduced Cross-BorderServices Express, a new tool that enables financial institutions to seamlessly set up international payments for their customers, including consumers and small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), which have a strong need for improved cross-border payment capabilities. Increasingly,consumers and businesses are looking for ways to send money or pay vendors across the […]

Following an iconic launch viewed by over 500 million people worldwide, OMNIYAT, Dubai’s leading luxury real estate developer, once again lit up the skies of Dubai to celebrate breaking ground on its highly anticipated architectural masterpiece, ORLA, Dorchester Collection, Dubai. Following OMNIYAT’s ground-breaking tradition, three brilliant beams of light branded the skies above Palm Jumeirah, […]

CAFU, the Dubai-based leader in technology and car services, who are modernizing fuelling, have announced today their latest development in furthering their commitment to planting one million trees as a part of their Ghaf Tree Project. The development of the new autonomous and unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) technology will accelerate CAFU’s goal to plant one […]

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 […]

For the first time in its 33-year history, the Global Summit of Women, a major international business and economic forum for women leaders,will take place in Dubai from May 4-6, 2023.  Convened by US-based Globewomen Research & Education Institute, the Global Summit of Women brings together 800 delegates from 70 economies to engage in active […]

Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Distinguished Academic Performance announced the launch of ‘Discover Talented Students’ programme at Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum Center for Giftedness and Creativity. Targeting students from grade 4 to 12 in both public and private schools across all the UAE, the programme aims to discover and support talented students, […]

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, inaugurated the fourth edition of the ‘Big Bad Wolf Books’ exhibition, the world’s biggest book sale. Being held from 7-16 April at the Dubai Studio City, the 10-day event is […]

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, today said the media must take advantage of new opportunities arising from the evolution of technology and work to mitigate challenges that could hamper the industry’s growth. Dubai is committed to harnessing emerging technologies to achieve its strategic objectives […]

Wind Rises sailing community was launched at DP World’s Mina Rashid Marina in Dubai. Sailing experiences on performance yachts will take place at the port every day, and will be available to sailors of different skill levels. Despite yachting being one of the world’s most popular sports, starting to sail has always been a challenge. […]

In a bid to bring their secure money services to millions of migrant workers in the UAE, Hubpay has announced that it is launching new top-up methods that allow customers without a bank account to add money to their Hubpay accounts. Hubpay’s international mobile app enables customers to make secure cross-border payments with great exchange […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has doubled its contribution to the One Billion Meals initiative to AED 100 million, making its donation the largest of all. The One Billion Meals initiative is a social movement driven by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of […]

Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, has secured three prestigious awards at the Islamic Finance News Awards 2022, recognizing the bank’s market-leading proposition,customer-centricity and innovative banking propositions. Emirates Islamic was named ‘Best Retail Bank in the UAE’for excellence in consumer-focused banking propositions.The bank has been at the forefront of […]

noon, the Middle East’s leading online retailer, has collaborated with some of the world’s most prestigious beauty brands to launch its most exciting offer yet. From April 10th until stocks last, customers can get their hands on the noon Beauty Box absolutely FREE when they make a purchase worth at least 300 AED of any of the participating brands. […]

Youmi Beauty, a renowned, Dubai-based, professional beauty and hair care brand founded by mega beauty influencer and businesswoman, Youmna Khoury, reveals its CSR efforts and charity initiatives in partnership with the Youmi Beauty Charity Foundation. Youmna Khoury, philanthropist and Founder of Youmi Beauty, spent 12 of her formative years living at an orphanage following the […]

VERTECO, the region’s leading supplier of Water Saving Products, Smart Washroom Solutions and Data Driven Cleaning Technology, is to offer their award-winning Waterless Urinal technology free of charge for the next 3 months. The company has announced that in support of the UAE’s Year of Sustainability, commercial businesses across the UAE will be offered the waterless solution for free. […]

After the successful launch and kick-off during Women’s Month, SLS Dubai is continuing its partnership with international fitness coach and personal trainer, SOPHIT for the month of April. The fun goes on as all the ladies are all set to gather and get active every Wednesday until 26th of April. The action-packed sessions take place […]

The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) recorded a 42%increase in its operating profit in 2022, while total revenue increased by 29%, compared to 2021. The exceptional performance, which resulted in a 9% increase in rental revenue and a69%increase in revenue from commercial licenses, government services and other services in 2022, signifies the effectiveness of DIEZ’s new integrated model […]

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), today announced the launch of the Dubai Future Fellowship programme. The programme aims to engage current and future economic leaders to contribute towards […]

Over Easter weekend, thousands of guests of all ages participated in the region’s biggest Easter egg hunt hosted by Dubai Parks™ and Resorts, the Middle East’s largest theme park destination, in search of 100,000 colourful eggs holding prizes worth over AED 270,000. Scattered across the entire destination from Riverland™ Dubai to LEGOLAND® Dubai and MOTIONGATE™ […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), in collaboration with Nikon Middle East, a leading company in optics and imaging, and with the support of the Sikka Platform, has launched a photography competition named ‘Shades of Dubai.’ The competition aims to provide a platform for emerging photography enthusiasts and professionals in the UAE to showcase […]

Dubai Club for People of Determination trainee Jamal Al Bedwawi, representing Dubai Police General Command, was thrilled to reach the semi-finals of the Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament, and said that defence and teamwork will be the key to lift the winning trophy at the ongoing event. Bedwawi, who is also a key member of […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), in cooperation with Nikon Middle East, a world leader in optics and imaging,and under the support of the Sikka Platform, has launched a photography competition, under the theme ‘Shades of Dubai,’ to provide a platform for emerging photography enthusiasts and professionals in the UAE to highlight their creativity […]

Al-Futtaim Automotive continues to build new experiences around its core customer-first approach, by officially inaugurating their new landmark experiential automotive hub called The Zone by Al-Futtaim, located in one of the city’s most chic neighbourhoods –City Walk Dubai. First time in the region, the UAE’s citizens will have the opportunity to discover the entire ecosystem […]

Millennium Hotels and Resorts has partnered with Al Jalila Foundation to support the basma Children’s Campaign this Ramadan. Directly translating to “smile”, the campaign aims to provide life-saving treatment, funds, cutting edge research, and offers hope to countless children and their families suffering from illness. By partnering with Al Jalila foundation, Millennium Hotels and Resorts aims […]

Viu, PCCW’s leading pan-regional over-the-top (“OTT”) video streaming service, has strengthened its collaboration with Zain, Kuwait’s leading operator and digital service provider, to offer a complimentary Viu Premium subscription to active customers on selected plans of Zain’s all-new home broadband MAX offerings. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Viu’s relationship with Zain Kuwait, offering […]

Dubai Aviation City Corporation (DACC),has announced that in 2022, it witnessed an 86% decrease in workplace injury frequency rate and the safety culture in Dubai South is improved year by year. The DACC OHSE Department also announced that 2052near misses were reported in 2022, which is positively indicating that a testament to the overall enhanced […]

talabat UAE, the leading online food delivery and q-commerce platform, shares a round up of  its annual rider initiatives in the UAE during the holy month of Ramadan, complementing the company’s ongoing efforts to enhance the safety and well-being of delivery riders. In close collaboration with governmental entities and relevant internal and external stakeholders, talabat […]

Xiaomi announced yesterday the highly anticipated release of the Redmi Note 12 Series in the GCC region. The launch event was held at the W Hotel in Dubai as part of Xiaomi’s commitment to bringing innovative products to the region. More than 250 attendees from across the GCC, including content creators, tech editors, media, and […]

Dubai Airports, the operator of Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC), has been awarded two prestigious international safety awards. The operator was granted a ‘Silver’Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, UK (RoSPA)award, as well as the International Safety Award 2023 with ‘merit’ status by the British Safety Council. The two honours were […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, is offering passengers from the UAE special fares for travel to a number of destinations around its network. Special Eid return fares, starting from AED 1,135, are available for booking by 20 April and for travel between 15 April and 23 April 2023. With more than 110 destinations on its network, […]

The wheelchair basketball championship of the Nad Al Sheba Sports tournament entered the final stage as the semi-final line-up has been decided on Wednesday night. In the semi-finals to be played at the Dubai Club for People of Determination grounds on Friday, Dubai Police General Command, the leader of the first group, will meet Roads […]

Huawei announced an amazing HUAWEI Battery Replacement campaign to reward its smartphone and tablet users in the UAE.This special campaign offers customers the chance to obtain a genuine battery replacement tailored to their specific device model at a remarkably low price of just 49 AED. Users can enjoy the benefits of a new and genuine battery […]

Deloitte successfully advised Al Ansari Financial Services (ALANSARI) on its initial public offering on the Dubai Financial Market. Al Ansari is a leading integrated financial services group, which primarily operates the largest money exchange and remittance business in the UAE. The IPO generated strong demand, with the offering being 22 times oversubscribed, raising AED 773 […]

Every win really does count at The Huddle and this time, you could be the one who walks away victorious! The Huddle Bur Dubai and The Huddle Al Barsha, in partnership with African & Eastern, are sending 2 lucky winners (one per outlet) to the IPL finals. Just spend AED 200 at either outlet from […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private real estate developer in the UAE,is advancing rapidly inthe construction of Riviera, its French Mediterranean-inspired waterfront communitystrategically located in the highly sought-after Mohammed Bin Rashid City, amidst Dubai’s business, leisure, and retail hubs. Phase 1 is now 99% complete with the majority of the buildings already having been handed over, […]

Emirates Red Crescent and TECOM Group PJSC, the creator of specialised business districts and vibrant communities, have partnered to launch a joint donation drive for Ramadan and Eid Al Fitr. The Good Store initiative provides an immersive shopping-inspired experience that makes donating to Emirates Red Crescentswift and easy for more than more than 105,000 students and […]

Global Village guests looking to break their fast during the holy month of Ramadan are invited to visit the Majlis of the World. One of the highlights of the experience is the daily firing of the Ramadan Cannon, which signals the end of the day’s fast. Guest can then enjoy a range of culinary delights, […]

Nakheel, the world-leading master developer, has appointed contractors for the construction of Jebel Ali Village, a new residential development with luxury villas and townhouses, and construction works are currently underway. The contract for the construction of the villas and their infrastructure has been awarded to iBuild Construction LLC, an innovative general contractor, while the contract […]

National Bonds, the UAE’s Shari’a-compliant savings and investment company,saw another strong year soaring to an investment portfolio of AED13.7bn ($3.7 billion) in 2022, higher by15% compared to the previous year. Customers’ financial well-being continued to evolve through National Bonds due to its wide range of savings and investments solutions, which have supported their future financial […]

Equipped with a full range of professional sleep, workout, and health functionalities, OPPO, the global technology brand, prioritises users’ health during a strenuous month of fasting with the OPPO Band 2. With late night gatherings, OPPO Band 2 users can use the OSleep, sleep tracking function, for high-quality sleep monitoring helping them get a better […]

Her Excellency Hessa bint Essa Buhumaid, Minister of State and Director General of the Community Development Authority in Dubai, praised the Dubai Club for People of Determination Ramadan Festival, stressing that it exceeded expectations with the increase in the number of participants in the current edition and the diversity of its activities. Her Excellency was […]

Recent data found by Property Finder, the leading property portal in the MENA region, revealed key figures on Dubai’s consistently flourishing property market. According to Property Finder’s data, March 2023 real estate transactions recorded around 45% YoY increase in volume by crossing 12,000 sales transactions compared to 8,344 in March 2022. The value of transactions […]

Dubai International (DXB) welcomed Cyprus Airways’ inaugural flight from Larnaca, which arrived at Terminal 1 on Wednesday of last week. The carrier is operating three weekly flights between the two destinations on a 180-seat capacity Airbus A320 aircraft. Connecting Cyprus to the UAE, the route is expected to generate multiple connectivity options with the Middle […]