Latin America is a key market that will support Dubai’s ambitions of boosting its foreign trade to AED 2 trillion ($544 billion) within five years, H.E. Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, Chairman of Dubai Chambers said as he addressed delegates at the Global Business Forum Latin America (GBF LATAM) 2022 today. The fourth edition of the […]

Chalhoub Group hosted ‘The Showcase,’ a multi-brand fashion show bringing together the fashion community to celebrate and support local and regional designers from Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates at the Lebanon Pavilion, Dubai Expo 2020. This event reiterates Chalhoub Group commitment to support and nurture the local fashion community, providing […]

Today,Audi Middle East officially announces a unique collaboration with Museum of the Future, the first-of-its-kind state-of-the-art museum in Dubai,United Arab Emirates, with the brand being welcomed as the museum’s official automotive partner. Visitors to the museum will have the opportunity to explore two of Audi’s renowned concept cars for the first time in the Middle […]

In light of the holy month of Ramadan, Kind Lyfe, the homegrown vegan and gluten-free snack brand launched by three family members, have created the perfect gift box for those who wish to give the gift of love, or are in search of an array of guilt-free, yet flavorful sweet treats. Kind Lyfe’s limited-edition Vegan […]

The QatarPavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai hosted the launch of Les Vagues residences by ELIE SAAB, a luxury residential project that’s being developed by Dar Al Arkan, the leading real-estate company in Saudi Arabia, and Qetaifan Projects, a leading Qatari real estate development company fully owned by Katara Hospitality. The exclusive residences by the world-renowned […]

It’s time to dust off your crowns and put on your gowns for an enchanting Disney weekend at The Pointe, the iconic waterfront destination by Nakheel, from 25 to 27March, featuring new fountain shows and dining offers for the whole family to enjoy.          Celebrating some of Disney’s most iconic movies, The Pointe will be […]

His Royal Highness Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg, today visited the Museum of the Future in Dubai, accompanied by a delegation of senior government officials led by Robert Michel Lauer, Ambassador of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg to the UAE. The 77-metre-high Museum of the Future has been a draw for leading politicians, dignitaries and […]

flydubai has announced today that it will operate flights to select destinations from Dubai World Central (DWC) in order to provide more travel options to passengers during the northern runway refurbishment project announced by Dubai Airports. The rehabilitation project is scheduled to take place from 09 May to 22 June 2022. flydubai will operate flights […]

Emirates has announced the second daily flight on its Dubai-Melbourne route, served by its flagship A380 aircraft. Starting 1 May, the airline will offer customers fourteen weekly services from Dubai to Melbourne.  The expansion of services is supported by the Victorian Government to help fast-track the return of international flights to Melbourne and bring more […]

Thinking of getting the perfect gift for friends and family to keep them active and healthy throughout the year? CycleSouq.com offers a wide-ranging selection of bikes and accessories for all skill levels, including children’s bikes, scooters, and tricycles. The online cycling retail platform provides free assembly with the purchase of any bicycle, so you won’t […]

The launch of the new program comes under the umbrella of the CBE’s program to support the SMEs, where the “Daman” program will provide the necessary credit facilities associated with the expansion of the work volume or the establishment of a new project accompanied by a targeted employment rate. CGC expects that the total volume […]

Mashreq Bank, one of the leading financial institutions in the UAE, has been recognized as a Market Leader for its best-in-class transactional banking services, as voted for by its customers in the 2022 Euromoney Trade Finance Survey, for the second year in succession. The recognition for the bank by the leading industry publication came as […]

Mashreq Bank, one of the leading financial institutions in the UAE, will be offering its retail customers the opportunity to subscribe to upcoming initial public offerings (IPOs) on Dubai Financial Market (DFM) through the Mashreq Mobile Banking App and online banking platform. This new initiative launched by Mashreq comes as Dubai prepares to publicly list […]

Geidea, the largest fintech company in Saudi Arabia by market share, recently became the only non-bank institution in Saudi Arabia to be granted an acquiring license from Saudi Central Bank (SAMA). The license enables Geidea to process secure, fast and seamless end-to-end payment solutions directly to merchants. Furthermore, geidea becomes the first fintech in the […]

Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA), said DEWA works in accordance with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to continue developing a world-class infrastructure that keeps pace with the growing demand on electricity and […]

BRD By Slab, a true destination for fried chicken lovers, re-opens its door at a brand new location in Al Safa Park Complex in Dubai. The casual dining joint BRD is a home-grown concept by Chef Omar Rodriguez, the man behind SLAB at Mercato Mall. BRD is a fuss-free and friendly restaurant that focuses on […]

Registration has opened for Gulf Print & Pack 2022, the MENA region’s leading trade show for the commercial and package print sectors. The event will be held from 24to 26 May 2022 at the Dubai World Trade Center. Visitors can register for free at www.gulfprintpack.com. Gulf Print & Pack brings together suppliers of the full range […]

Her Excellency Dr Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri, Secretary General of the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), yesterday highlighted the significant role women have played in the field of environmental conservation during an event organised by the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), which was held at the Women’s Pavilion at Expo 2020 entitled: ‘Women […]

Dubai’s new premium nightlife destination CODA officially opens its doors this march 25, 2022, bringing back a true nightlife experience to the city at an iconic location at the Fairmont Dubai Hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road, opposite DIFC. The perfect combination of music and ambience, CODA is a bespoke space for those looking to party […]

Expo 2020 Dubai reached the remarkable milestone of 20 million visits on Saturday, 19 March – an amazing achievement making history against the odds while bringing the world together in the UAE for the largest global gathering since the start of the pandemic. Displaying huge resilience in the face of unprecedented challenges, the biggest event […]

A total of US$ 105 million have been awarded as cash prizes for horses winning the Dubai World Cup, the final race of Dubai World Cup night, since the world’s richest meeting was staged in 1996. The annual event has placed the UAE on the international equestrian map as home to one of the world’s […]

Demi Lune Events presents “Fashion for All—Beauty without Boundaries”. On June 19, 2022 everyone will get the chance to witness a one-of-a-kind fashion and beauty event that will break all stereotypes and standards of beauty. The event will be held at The Oberoi Dubai, to celebrate people of all colours, shapes, gender, race, religion and […]

Exquisite contemporary designs, bright colours, and attractive lighting have distinguished the visual identity of Sikka Art and Design Festival over its nine successive editions. In each edition, the Festival has had a different visual identity, celebrating components of the spirit of Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood. Over the editions, the visual identities have varied from Al […]

Emirati electronic drummer Maitha Al Mansoori is touching people’s hearts at the Dubai Metro Music Festival with her delightful musical performance on the electronic drums. Al Mansoori is standing out for her ability to add oriental melodies to western songs while playing the electronic drums, a modern instrument that first originated in the west. “I […]

World Art Dubai has welcomed a high number of visitors keen to decorate their personal and corporate spaces since opening on 16th March, with the four-day show also offering a number of interactive features across the event. The region’s largest affordable art fair has an array of features ensuring visitors are kept entertained during their […]

Tuesday 15th March 2022, the Israel Pavilion hosted His Excellency Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the United Arab Emirates, for the first time. Their Excellencies Mr. Amir Hayek, Israel Ambassador to the UAE and Mr. Elazar Cohen, Commissioner General of the Israel Pavilion […]

World Art Dubai has welcomed a high number of visitors keen to decorate their personal and corporate spaces since opening on 16th March, with the four-day show also offering a number of interactive features across the event. The region’s largest affordable art fair has an array of features ensuring visitors are kept entertained during their […]

Some of the world’s top givers along with leading humanitarian experts and professionals are expected to meet up in Dubai for this year’s edition of the International Humanitarian Summit (IHS), which will be held on March 30, 2022, at the South 2A Hall of the Dubai Exhibition Center, Expo 2020. The event, which is being […]

More than 700,000 passengers are expected to depart from DXB’s Emirates Terminal 3 over the course of the next two weekends, as travellers head off for their spring break holidays. With the lifting of COVID-19 related travel restrictions in 16 countries, Emirates customers will be able to swiftly check-in without the need to present Covid-19 […]

Mauritius affirmed itself as an up-and-coming fashion destination, with the launch of a fashion show held at the One & Only Royal Mirage in Dubai on the evening of 16th March 2022. Held in conjunction of the celebrations of the National Day of Mauritius at Expo 2020 Dubai, the fashion show was organised by the Mauritius […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) revealed du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), asthe 5G telecommunications partner for Sikka Art and Design Festival 2022 from 15 – 24 March, offering a varietyof creative activities and exhibitionsto its visitors. Under the partnership, du will provide the festival’s 10th edition with high-speed internet to support […]

The sunkissed sanctuary, Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Dubai is set to host celebrations honoring beauty and women throughout March. During the month featuring Mother’s Day and International Women’s Day, Nikki Spa will invite guests to enjoy two spa offers which have been carefully curated for a fully immersive, unwinding experience. Known for its barefoot […]

AllStarsWomen NFT Club & DAO is pleased to announce the launch of the webinar: ‘Leadership in Tech’, on 18 May at 5 pm UAE time. According to Leila Hurstel, Co-founder of AllStarsWomen, “Technology is constantly evolving and changing our lives. We have assembled an illustrious panel of Meta Shapers drawn from the Metaverse, NFT, and […]

Idealz, the first-of-its-kind online store, in partnership with Dubai Sports Council is excited to announce the ‘Idealz Run 2022’ being hosted on March 19 from 7:30 am onwards. Run 3,5 or 10 kilometres along the Palm Jumeirah Boardwalk, with the breath-taking Atlantis Hotel in the background, and stand a chance to bag multiple cash rewards […]

José Luis Picuasi Torres, one of the musicians participating in the second edition of the Dubai Metro Music Festival,has left commuters mesmerised with his one-man-band show. The Ecuadorian musician, known for his unique Andean and contemporary musical performances in the streets of Brussels, performs using different traditional instruments attached to his body, including a drum, […]

We Love Art, Middle East’s No. 1 creative experience company,is excited to be hosting a Mother’s Day Paint & Grape experience at the stunning St Regis, The Palm, Dubai this month. What better way to celebrate this special occasion, than a relaxed afternoon sharing a love for art and creativity with wonderful company. Paint &Grape […]

From 15 – 24 March,Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) will been riching the 10th edition of Sikka Art and Design Festival with over 60 performances,covering cinema, musical performances, various artistic activities and poetry nights. The aim is to provide film, music and art enthusiasts with an ideal opportunity to enjoy 10days of carefully […]

Global Village has announced the extension of Season 26 until May 7, giving guests plenty of opportunity to discover Ramadan traditions from a multitude of different countries and cultures.Family and friends can enjoy Ramadan Nights in the unique setting of Global Village with the best food, shopping and plenty of relaxed entertainment for all ages. […]

The Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG) has launched the Executive Diploma in Government Digital Communication – the first of its kind in the region – in collaboration with Dubai-based New Media Academy to upskill government communication teams, enhance their capacities and introduce them to international best practice in the field. Running from May […]

Aventura Parks is officially the first ropes adventure park to become a Certified Autism Center™(CAC) in the Middle East. The CAC designation, granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), requires complete training of staff, certification, and an onsite review by IBCCES for a venue to earn the accreditation. Today, Aventura […]

9 Italian companies representative of the Italian creativity in various fields and all connected to the main theme of Expo  -Connecting minds, creating the future- and to its 3 sub-themes – Opportunity, Mobility, Sustainabiliy- presented their innovative projects and technologies at the Italy Pavilion at Expo 2020 yesterday. These companies were carefully selected by the […]

Emirates’ customers travelling to and from select destinations in India on 17 and 18 March can enjoy festive treats that the airline will be offering on-board to mark Holi, the Indian festival of colours. Customers on all classes travelling to and from Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai will receive a specially packaged […]

Art Dubai closed its 15th edition on Sunday 13 March 2022, with strong sales reported across all four sections of the fair: Modern, Contemporary, Bawwaba and Digital. Marking a return to full scale at Madinat Jumeirah, Art Dubai’s 2022 edition was the fair’s largest to date, with a record attendance of more than 30,000 visitors […]

Art Dubai closed its 15th edition on Sunday 13 March 2022, with strong sales reported across all four sections of the fair: Modern, Contemporary, Bawwaba and Art Dubai Digital. Marking a return to full scale at Madinat Jumeirah, Art Dubai’s 2022 edition was the fair’s largest to date, with a record attendance of more than […]

Gulf Craft, one of the world’s leading boat and yacht manufacturers, kicked off its 40th anniversary celebrations at the Dubai International Boat Show with the world debut of its Nomad 70 and Silvercat 40cc and the first details of a brand-new superyacht. During a press conference hosted by Gulf Craft’s Chairman, Mohammed Hussein AlShaali, the […]

Looking for something with a special touch for St. Patrick’s Day? talabat, the Official Food Delivery Provider for Expo 2020, has launched a special coffee offering in celebration of St Patrick’s Day, at the talabat Kitchen at Expo 2020. Visitors of Expo 2020 can purchase a delicious coffee with a shamrock design in latte art on […]

There’s a certain buzz around trading these days, mainly as a result of the volatility of the markets currently. Forex exchange () in particular is the most liquid financial market in the world, trading more than $6 trillion every day. It is a highly volatile market where one can make lots of profits but can […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) prepared a variety of free interactive workshops for the 10thedition of Sikka Art and Design Festival 2022 that launched on 15 March and will continue until 24 March under the theme ‘Celebrating Art, Celebrating Growth.’The Authority is inviting adults and children to participate in these innovative workshops, providing […]

Have you ever worn an outfit that felt rough or had colors looking a bit dull because of excess detergent residue?Do you remember how many times you had to rewash a piece of clothing to get that stain out? Well, now you can forget all about that, as Ariel Middle East, one of the world’s […]

The Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) in Dubai will honour 39 businesses and organisations in the UAE for their exceptional achievements and endeavours in pursuing quality and excellence at the 28th Business Excellence Awards ceremony, to be held on the 21st of March 2022 under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid […]

The Economic Development Board (EDB), the national investment promotion agency of the Government of Mauritius, has opened a new representative office at headquarters of Dubai Chambers, with the aim of promoting bilateral ties and identifying opportunities in the UAE that Mauritian companies can benefit from. The new office is part of joint cooperation efforts between […]

With the Airports Council International (ACI) predicting global passenger traffic recovering by 2023-end to the 2019 levels, airports, especially in the Middle East region, have started sharply focusing on their sustainability and ‘green’ goals. More vulnerable to climate changes than most regions due to limited water supplies and harsh summers, the Middle East is expected […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East,Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, confirms Societe Generale’s license upgrade. One of Europe’s pre-eminent financial services groups, Societe Generale’s diversified and integrated banking model combines financial strength and proven expertise in innovation with a strategy of sustainable growth. Societe Generale’s license […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has announced that 98% of Mina, its luxurious development on the eastern crescent of the iconic Palm Jumeirah, has been sold out, with the remaining 2% to be released to the market shortly. This announcement comes in line with Azizi Developments’ commitment to delivering 42 of […]

Emirates SkyCargo has announced that it will be reactivating its cargo hub in Dubai South, Emirates SkyCentral DWC, for dedicated freighter aircraft operations from 26 March 2022. The move will mark a return to dual hub cargo operations in Dubai for the air cargo carrier after a period of nearly two years. In April 2020, […]

Since the start of Expo 2020 Dubai, people from all over the world have been descending on the site of the latest edition of the world exposition, the biggest of its kind during this pandemic era, to take part in the historic mammoth event. Among the 192 country pavilions featured in the event, the Colombia […]

The child authors of Voices of Future Generations, the inspiring global writing competition for children, are becoming book fairies and sprinkling the magic of stories atExpo 2020 Dubai and in communities across UAE. Free books will be available at the thematic sustainability pavilion, Terra, on the 19th and 26th of March, as well as in […]

The event follows EXPO’s Estonia National Day celebrations on Sunday 20th March and includes some great interactive elements which will provide a real taste of what lies in store on a visit to Estonia, including… Traditional Smoke Sauna: The Smoke sauna traditions of Old Võromaa have found their honoured spot on the list of UNESCO intangible cultural heritage of […]

Dubai-based dnata Representation Services, part of the dnata Travel Group, has been announced as exclusive representation partner for Sun Resorts as the Mauritius-based hotel group caters for increased demand from GCC travellers. Adding to its extensive hotel representation portfolio, dnata Representation Services will now act as sales and marketing partner for Sun Resorts properties across […]

Al Habtoor Motors, the official distributor of Bentley Motors in the United Arab Emirates, participated at this year’s Dubai International Boat Show, the Middle East’s largest and most-popular leisure marine event. The event saw new Bentley models in the Bentayga S and Continental GT Speed Convertible unveiled to the public in UAE for the first […]