Underlining Dubai’s leading position as a destination for future innovations and a hub for leading multinational companies to launch their latest technologies in global markets, Dubai International Chamber hosted today the world’s first public flight of the pioneering eVTOL flying car X2 designed by Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer XPeng at Skydive Dubai. The event was […]

–‘PIAF! Le Spectacle’will return to Dubai Opera on 22 October 2022, with Broadway Entertainment Group and to mark the occasion we will be celebrating the iconic, influential songs of Édith Piaf. “La Vie enRose” (1946) Arguably, Piaf’s most famous song, this heart-breaking ballad articulates timeless themes of love, romance, and resilience. Covered by famous artists, […]

In its efforts to build and reinforce a customer-centric culture across the organization, Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the UAE’s largest Islamic Bank and the second-largest Islamic bank in the world, recently introduced its Customer Charter #AllAboutYou, a promise that reflects DIB’s commitment in providing customers with banking services that are simple to understand, delivered in a […]

Sole DXB, Dubai’s hotly anticipated, culture leading festival, returns this December after a three-year hiatus for its 10-year anniversary edition. With previous guests including the likes of Nas, Stormzy, Hiroshi Fujiwara, and Petra Collins, guests can expect another stellar line up of talent from the worlds of music, fashion, visual art and sports, for 2022. […]

The unveiling of Vida Hotels and Resorts’ latest project, Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club has been confirmed to open in Q4 of 2022. The impressive location with yacht-filled marina views is reason enough to make this your next favourite destination. The waterfront property consisting of 158-hotel rooms and residences is set to bring excitement […]

Aventura Parks invites guests to celebrate Diwali – the Indian ‘Festival of Lights’ with a special themed day and an AED99 offer, on October 24th, 2022. Set in the beautiful ambience of the Ghaf tree forest, the adventure park will be adorned with lights, offering a creative and cool way to mark the occasion, and […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has revealed an extensive collection of smart initiatives, applications, and stations it will showcase at the 42nd edition of GITEX 2022, which commences tomorrow, Monday, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. At the event, RTA will exhibit the self-driving Cruise vehicle built on the Chevrolet Bolt electric platform for […]

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy will host a series of high-level events, meetings and activities as a strategic partner at North Star Dubai, the largest startup event in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, organised as part of GITEX Global 2022. With the Chamber’s support, record participation is expected at North Star Dubai 2022, […]

The organising committee for the World Padel Championship today confirmed DP World as the official title sponsor of the upcoming IPF World Padel Championship in Dubai. The federation’s flagship biennial tournament is set to take place October 31 to November 5 at a refitted Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium. Now officially titled ‘DP World Dubai […]

kanvas, a new creative hub revolutionising art and design perspectives with state-of-the-art digital technologies, transforms artworks by 12-year-old artist Karolina Sávolt into an immersive show titled “Karolina’s Universe.” Running until 31 October 2022, at the newly-opened gallery in Al Khayat Art Avenue, Al Quoz Industrial 1, the newest Cultural District of Dubai, the conceptual video […]

PME Entertainment is excited to bring you an exciting new concert. It is show time in Dubai with Jubin Nautiyal on November 27 at the Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk. PME Entertainment & Burj Mayfair Real Estate in association with Emarat bring you this magnificent concert, where Jubin Nautiyal will be enthralling the audience with his […]

in5, an enabling platform by TECOM Group PJSC for start-ups in tech, design and media, is bringing seven of its top tech start-ups to GITEX Global 2022, which runs from 10-14 October at Dubai World Trade Centre. The short-listed start-up, which include businesses advancing cloud-based workflow automation, consumer electronic subscriptions, media streaming and targeting services […]

For those who can’t wait until31 October to start celebrating Halloween, MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, the region’s largest Hollywood-inspired theme park,has a special trick and treat in store! Starting on 8 October, guests can enjoy an array of Halloween activities at MOTIONGATE™ Dubai as it transforms into the UAE’s scariest family destination. During the month of horror, […]

Dubai Home Festival steps up a gear this week with even more home, furniture, electronics and appliances highlights across the city. From now until the festival closes on 13 October, it’s the ideal time for anyone with a passion for all things home to shop the best deals, win amazing prizes, and participate in city-wide […]

Global Village has revealed the first details of its eagerly anticipated Season 27 culinary line-up. With a range of new concepts and upgraded dining options set to once again bring the flavours of the world to Global Village, guests will be able to choose from 200+ restaurants, cafes and street food options. Overlooking Dragon Lake, […]

Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Turkey) region has announced its presence at GITEX Global (GITEX), the region’s largest technology event being held at Dubai World Trade Centre from 10-14 October. The participation demonstrates the digital-first bank’s commitment to banking innovation as Emirates NBD’s joins global technology […]

The much-anticipated Hindu Temple Dubai® has officially opened its doors in Jebal AliWorship Village, which houses nine religious shrines, including seven Churches, one Gurudwaras and the new Temple.His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, Sunjay Sudhir, Indian Ambassador to the U.A.E., Dr. Omar Al-Muthanna, the Chief Executive Officer of […]

ICD Brookfield Place announced today the addition of three world-class fitness operators to its mix, cementing its status as a modern wellness destination. The high-performance fitness collective, totaling 27,000 square feet, includes Embody Fitness – the Middle East’s foremost luxury personal training and lifestyle transformation centre; 1Rebel – London’s trendy king of gyms and classes; and Reform Athletica – Dubai’s leading […]

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of three chambers operating under Dubai Chambers, in collaboration with the SEE Institute, has launched the Future of the Digital Economy: Business in the Metaverse academy, the first-of-its-kind specialised training programme designed to equip digital startups with practical knowledge and tools they need to build in the metaverse and […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has announced that its Reading Box is back, inviting readers from all ages at City Centre Mirdif from 19 to 28 October 2022. The Reading Box will welcome literature enthusiasts to enjoy a range of activities aimed at promoting the culture of reading among society, especially children. The […]

The Waterfront Market,Dubai’s premier destination for everything fresh, will host the Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival 2022 sponsored by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Dubai this weekend on October 8th& 9th. Over 60 teams will compete in the 200-meterraces which will take place in front of the Waterfront Market promenade throughout the […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) launches a programme series at Etihad Museum, through which it will present a wide range of engaging events and activities celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the UAE. Programmed byAlserkal Advisory, the series will provide an exceptional cultural and entertainment experience to the museum’s visitors throughout the year. […]

Bluewaters, an idyllic urban island getaway, has fast become a key go-to food and entertainment hub with its breadth of acclaimed restaurants and high-profile experiences. From action-packed arcade games at Brass Monkey to chic evenings at SHI, many of the island’s iconic brunch scenes have turned up the heat with a series of iconic ladies’ […]

Honouring the iconic figures who have shaped both culture and history throughout the 20th century, Emirates passengers can now watch a host of acclaimed documentaries and movies featuring the late Queen Elizabeth II, Elvis Presley, and The Beatles, on the award-winning ice inflight entertainment system this October. Celebrating its 17th year as the ‘World’s Best Inflight Entertainment’ at the […]

Global Titans Fight Night has just got even better with the announcement of Tommy Fury and Paul Bamba co-headlining the exhibition bout on the 13th of November at Coca-Cola Arena. Global Titans Series 001 is amping up to see boxing royalty Tommy Fury take on ex-Marine Corps Paul Bamba. Fury, the younger brother of WBC […]

CK Architecture Interiors, a vertically integrated design and build boutique specialist, has announced the successful handover of two signature villas located on Dubai’s own‘Billionaire’s Row’in Palm Jumeirah. One of these villas was recently sold for AED 302M setting a new record for Dubai’s burgeoning property market, cementing CK Architecture Interiors’ reputation for its ability to […]

DMCC – the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise – has been named Global Free Zone of the Year 2022 by the Financial Times’ fDi Magazine for the eighth consecutive year. The award, among the most prestigious of accolades a free zone can earn, is decided by […]

Dubai’s Taxi sector has achieved a growth rate of as much as 27% during the first half of 2022 compared to the same period last year. The sector has recorded a recovery rate of 101% compared with performance in 2019; the pre-pandemic levels. The growth rate registered by the sector is the highest over six […]

October began on a very optimistic note for the first Emirates Draw EASY6 winners, followed by Emirates Draw MEGA7yesterday. The socially responsible organization distributed a whopping AED 934,986 in aggregate draw winnings over the weekend. The inaugural episode of Emirates Draw EASY6 introduced the two charming hosts presenting every Friday – Erica J Fernandes and Kinan Salameh. Widely […]

Aventura Parks, Dubai’s largest zip line park boasts unique attractions spanning across 35,000 square meters of Ghaf tree forest. The park that caters to all ages, it’s a great escape from the bustling city where one can explore countless adventures and create unforgettable experiences in the wilderness! This winter season, here are four reasons to […]

Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the UAE, has announced a long-term partnership with Anghami, the leading music and entertainment streaming platform in the MENA region, to provide exclusive regional content through podcasts and bespoke music creation and its clients in the UAE with exclusive benefits including up to 12-months of Anghami Plus […]

Underscoring Dubai’s cultural diversity and a vibrant education ecosystem, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) today announced that more than 20,000 children of 58 different nationalities are enrolled in 226 early childhood centres (ECCs) across Dubai. KHDA’s Milestones report offers in-depth statistics and detailed attributes of Dubai’s private early childhood education and care sector […]

Al Wasl will be brought back to life in spectacular style on Saturday, with visitors set to enjoy a magical and masterful display of stunning visuals and stirring music as the sun sets. Coinciding with its official launch, Expo City Dubai heralds a new chapter with a revival of Expo 2020 Dubai’s nightly “Awakening of […]

Dubai has achieved outstanding results in the Local Online Service Index (LOSI) 2022 issued by the United Nations as part of its bi-annual E-Government Survey, with the city being included in the list of the world’s best-performing digital governments that received a ‘Very High’ rating. Dubai was ranked fifth globally and first in the Arab […]

Highlighting the city’s diverse and unique furniture offerings, Dubai Home Festival kicks off today 30 September, until 13 October for a fourth season of unbeatable offers and inspiring home design events at leading retail stores and locations. Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) has curated a list of some of the best retail promotions, ranging […]

Tennis royalty will descend on Dubai in December to compete in one of the most exciting sporting and music events ever to be held in the Emirates. The World Tennis League will not only showcase many of the best men and women players in the world, but will also offer a fun-filled format featuring epic […]

Yango, an international ride-hailing app, has launched in Dubai, marking the company’s first foray into the GCC market.  The service received all necessary permissions and was approved by local authorities to operate in the emirate. The service already operates in more than 20 countries across Europe, Central Asia, the Middle East and Africa. “We are […]

Dubai is set to stage International Charitable Sports Festival for People of Determination around Asia, which features various activities, most notably a football match between the stars of the World Cup and Asian stars to take place on 14 January 2023, it was announced by the Asian Paralympic Committee (APC) and the Dubai Club for […]

Dubai has achieved outstanding results in the Local Online Service Index (LOSI) 2022 issued by the United Nations as part of itsbi-annual E-Government Survey, with the city being included in the list of the world’s best-performing digital governments that received a ‘Very High’ rating. Dubai was ranked fifth globally and first in the Arab World […]

Atlantis, The Palm today announces that international pop sensation Kylie Minogue takes the spot of headline act at the entertainment destination’s legendary New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner. With this year’s theme titled ‘A Night With The Stars’, Atlantis welcomes a return from Kylie, who first performed in the Middle East at the resort’s grand opening […]

The DP World Tour and Emirates have signed an extension to their partnership agreement that will see the international airline remain an Official Partner of golf’s DP World Tour until the end of the 2024 season. As part of the agreement, Emirates will benefit from highly visible branding across 21 DP World Tour tournaments and […]

The uptick in demand for short-term vacation rentals in the UAE is seen to pick up speed this 2022 following the formal rollout of new visa policies implemented to spur further global tourist arrivals to the country. Nasma Luxury Stays, a division of Al Tamimi Investments and a specialist in executive living and luxury vacation […]

Since the beginning of the summer, the terrace at swanky 99 Sushi Bar and Restaurant has been undergoing a complete facelift. The 100sqm outdoor seating area will open its doors at the end of October as “99 Lounge“, an epic dining experience at the foot of iconic Burj Khalifa and the Fountains. True to the contemporary […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, continues to grow its operations in Uzbekistan with the launch of a twice-weekly service to Namangan International Airport (NMA). The carrier’s inaugural flight touched down in Namangan to a traditional water cannon salute as part of a warm welcome by local officials, airport representatives and members of the media. flydubai is […]

Football fans around the world will be watching Dubai as it celebrates the players, icons and decision makers who contribute to the success of international football, in a star-studded 17th edition of the Dubai International Sports Conference, followed by the 13thedition of the Dubai Globe Soccer Awards, on Thursday17 November, three days ahead of the […]

The fourth edition of Dubai Home Festival (DHF) will return from 30 September to 13 October, bringing a myriad of inspiration for home decor with thought provoking design events and unmissable offers. Shining a spotlight on Dubai’s diverse furniture and interiors scene, DHF gives shoppers the perfect excuse to refurbish and redecorate their homes, office […]

Emirates has been named ‘Airline of the Year 2022’ in Bangladesh, clinching the top award in Monitor Airline of the Year for the third year in a row. In the award program, which celebrated winners during a ceremony held in Dhaka, Emirates bagged five gold and four silver trophies in recognition of its award-winning products […]

To commemorate Saudi Arabia’s 92nd National Day on 23 September and to celebrate the close ties between the UAE and Saudi Arabia, Dubai’s iconic landmarks – Burj Al Arab, Dubai Frame, Ain Dubai and Museum of the Future – were lit up in green, the colour of Saudi Arabia’s national flag this weekend. The excitement […]

Global Village has announced that the much anticipated Season 27 VIP Packs sold out in less than an hour after they were made available for general sale on Saturday, September 24. Diamond packs sold out in 20 minutes and Platinum in under 40 minutes. VIP packs will be delivered to buyers over the next 10 […]

Emirates will be bringing new travel opportunities, choice and convenience for customers traveling to and from South Africa with additional services to Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. The ramp up of flights are part of the airline’s ongoing commitment to support South Africa’s economic and tourism recovery through enhanced connectivity across all of its gateways. […]

In line with its commitment to achieving the strategic objectives of Dubai Government for the real estate sector and enhancing the sector’s contribution to Dubai’s economy,Dubai Land Department (DLD) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Dubai Chambers to enhance the investment environment and transparency in Dubai’s rental market. In the presence of HE Abdul […]

Dubai Municipality has intensified its field inspection campaigns to monitor breaches of guidelines in various residential areas in the Emirate of Dubai. This is a part of its efforts to ensure that residents adhere to the rules and requirements associated with singles occupants and families, as well as to strengthen its role in maintaining the […]

Whether you have forgotten that all-important ingredient for tonight’s dinner, or you’ve realised last-minute that your little one doesn’t have their favourite snack for their packed lunch the next day; fear not as Kibsons launched their free express delivery service, in which you can receive your order in just 2 hours! The express delivery service […]

Dubai is all set to commemorate Saudi Arabia’s 92nd National Day with an extensive programme of special celebrations taking place across the city from 23 to 26 September. Organised and presented by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), Saudi National Day in Dubai is the perfect time to reflect on the close ties between both […]

Fever, the leading global live-entertainment discovery platform, brings the Candlelight Concerts for the first time ever to the UAE, with a series of special performances, kicking off with the famed Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker for two nights, from September 30th at the Queen Elizabeth II Theatre. This expansion to the region comes on the heels of the […]

Global Village has announced that the Season 27 VIP Packs will officially go on sale starting 10am this Saturday, 24 September. Available exclusively online from the Virgin Megastore Tickets website, each packgives guests access to a host of benefits and experiences, containing everything needed to enjoy Global Village all season long. Last Saturday a limited number […]

H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE, today inaugurated the Smart Salem centre for medical fitness and residence visa processing at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). Powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI), the state-of-the-art facility provides swift medical […]

Salik Company, Dubai’s exclusive toll gate operator, today announced the successful completion of the bookbuild and public subscription process for its initial public offering (IPO) on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM). The Company confirms the previously announced upsized offering size of 1,867,500,000 ordinary shares (“Offer Shares”), equivalent to 24.9% of total issued share capital, along […]

Madame Tussauds Dubai has today revealed that wax figures of Huda Kattan (CEO, Founder & Chairwoman of Huda Beauty) and Mona Kattan (Co-Founder & Global President of Huda Beauty, KAYALI & HB Investments) are the latest figures to join a growing pool of hand-picked, exclusive-to-the-region Middle Eastern stars at the world-renowned attraction on Bluewaters. In […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, celebrated its inaugural service to Samarkand, becoming the first UAE national carrier to operate direct flights from Dubai. The airline will operate a twice-weekly service from Dubai International (DXB) to Samarkand International Airport (SKD). With the start of flights to Samarkand, flydubai grows its network in Central Asia to seven points […]