With Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) in full swing, Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment is welcoming guests to a unique shopping experience with curated products from around the world, each with a unique story of its own. With 26 pavilions representing more than 80 cultures, […]

With the Slync.io Dubai Desert Championship just around the corner, please find some information on the different activities taking place during the championship from 27th – 30th January on the Majlis course at Emirates Golf Club.   Star-studded field Recently crowned DP World Tour Number One Collin Morikawa, four-time Major champion Rory McIlroy and defending champion Paul Casey will […]

Following the success of the 2020 edition of the e-learning initiative launched by Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) in partnership with LinkedIn to empower creative talents in Dubai and the UAE with knowledge and educational support, the Authority announced the return of this initiative to provide creative talents and entrepreneurs in Dubai’s creative […]

Did you know that you can now buy and sell anything you want in the comfort of your own home? For example, are you looking for a house but don’t know where to look? OpenSooq has got you covered! You can get the best apartments for rent in Dubai or Amman or anywhere around the […]

Bologna Children’s Book Fair, together with the Region of Emilia-Romagna, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, are present at Expo 2020 Dubai with the Exhibition Italian Excellence: The New Generation of Italian Children’s Illustration. Inaugurated online in partnership with the ATER Foundation for the 58th Bologna Children’s Book Fair, the Exhibition will be in […]

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa month at Pakistan Pavilion Expo 2020 Dubai has been a resounding success with 44 MoUs worth $8 billion signed with various investors from the UAE and globally. The KPK government has undertaken many initiatives to develop a strategic framework to transform the region into a competitive, sustainable and inclusive trade & investment hub. […]

Many of Scotland’s finest food and drink products will gain exposure in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) following a unique collaboration between Scottish Development International (SDI) and industry. Scotland’s international trade and development agency, along with Scotland Food & Drink, has partnered with multi-national retailer Spinneys that will see the products of 19 Scottish famous […]

Vegan meals are one of the most commonly requested special meals onboard Emirates flights and during the month of January, the airline witnesses an increase in demand for plant-based meals. This is because of Veganuary – a global movement to encourage a vegan diet that runs in January every year. In 2021, Emirates served up […]

On the eve of next week’s Slync.io Dubai Desert Classic, four Major champions will be among the eight world-famous golfing greats battling it out for glory and a good cause in a fun match-play tournament with a difference, as the JA Lake View Hotel at JA The Resort Dubai welcomes back its Rooftop CharityChallenge on […]

The 17th of January, 2022 saw the celebration of Tu Bishvat or Jewish Earth day, a Jewish holiday, at the Israel pavilion in EXPO2020 Dubai. Celebrations included tribute images from Israel, nature and dried fruit on the LED gates of the pavilion and the distribution of traditional dried fruits and seed pens to pavilion visitors. […]

Photographer and member of the Board of Directors of the Kuwaiti Environmental Lens Team Omar Al-Sayed Omar showcased 18 local and international images of wildlife in the Kuwaiti pavilion participating in Expo 2020 Dubai. Omar Al-Sayed Omar said that his participation came at the invitation of the National Council for Culture, Arts and Literature (NCCAL) […]

“In the last half century the UAE has developed into a living hub of innovative business,” according to Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte. “This same forward looking dynamic approach is needed more than ever by the UAE, and others in the gulf region, post the announcement of net zero commitment by 2050,” he added while […]

Wetskills Foundation uses a new way of authentic learning and international networking for students and young professionals with a passion for water. In multidisciplinary, international teams, the participants work on real life cases from companies and governmental organizations. The first edition of the Wetskills Challenge in the UAE started on January 5th when 20 -25 […]

Keeping with Dubai’s ‘nothing is impossible’ spirit, Emirates is soaring up and around the Burj Khalifa for another edition of its viral ad campaign, this time taking it one spectacular step further with the masterful addition of the iconic Expo 2020 Dubai A380. Emirates hit the global headlines and social media feeds of millions in August […]

Dubai’s real estate sector has recorded phenomenal growth 2021, with an impressive boom in rental and sales prices across prominent neighbourhoods according to Bayut & dubizzle’s Dubai Property Market Report for 2021. Based on the search trends observed on the two property advertising powerhouses of the region, 2021 has proved to be an exceptional year […]

Following the blockbuster success of Expo 2020 Dubai Run in November, the event is back by popular demand to give running enthusiasts another opportunity to experience an iconic run through Expo 2020 Dubai, past its awe-inspiring thematic pavilions. Supported by Expo 2020 Dubai and Dubai Sports Council, the Expo 2020 Dubai Run 2 will take […]

De Montfort University (DMU), the founding partner of the UK Pavilion is  leading the conversation on the future of sustainable architecture as part of the ‘How Will We Live?’ week at Expo 2020. According to the United Nations, by 2050, nearly 70% of the world’s population is expected to be living in cities. The four-day exhibition […]

Maiden’s eagerly awaited departure on the 2021-2024 World Tour took place today when the iconic yacht left Dubai to start on her 90,000nm journey, skippered by the legendary Marie-Claude Kieffer Heysand sponsored by the global logistics leader, DP World. Together with DP World, Maiden and her new crew will build on the successes of the […]

Dubai welcomes its first and unique online off-center rental platform for children’s books and toys: Toyshare. On a mission to rescue the planet and provide limitless creativity and learning, Toyshare has created a concept that embodies a sharing economy for children to “Play.Learn.Share.” while reducing the amount of plastic in landfills and oceans. Families across […]

Ahead of the final Build-Up Ride for this year’s Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge in partnership with Dubai Sports Council, organisers have revealed the new Live Well Outride, a short course option to allow families and new cyclists to join in the fun alongside the main 92km challenge on 19th February. The 40km course, aimed […]

VOUW, an Amsterdam-based design studio, has unveiled City Gazing Dubai, a new light art installation that highlights human progress, connection and sustainability. The installation is a rendition of satellite images of Dubai made with 18m x 11m of LEDs set to music. The multisensory exhibit is suspended 8 meters high over DIFC Gate Avenue, where […]

Mitigating and adapting to climate change; sustainable use and protection of marine resources; transition towards a circular economy; pollution prevention and reduction; protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems were just some of pressing topics that were debated yesterday during the forum ‘Mitigating and adapting to climate change on a local level: Lazio Region’s commitment […]

This city has tall buildings and shopping malls, and it has grown from a desert outpost to a hotspot for tourists seeking sunshine and family fun. Dubai’s popularity has risen since the turn of the century. Dubai has an exciting plan to attract 25 million visitors per year by 2025. Thanks to its skyscrapers and […]

Do you also believe that investing in human potential and education is a key to the economy of the future? Then on January 17, 12:00-17:00 GST, we invite you to the Conference Hall (Level 2) of the Russian pavilion at EXPO 2020 Dubai, UAE, to take part in the ROSATOM Thematic Week “Breakthrough Technologies for […]

The Philippines Pavilion ‘Bangkóta’ at Expo 2020 Dubai will kickstart 2022 with a health and wellness fair this weekend! United Architects of the Philippine (UAP) 124 Dubai and the Filipino International Triathletes Club have collaborated with the Philippine Organising Committee (POC) to spearhead a series of fitness events this weekend set to prepare visitors to […]

The Shenzhen Products Show at the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry witnessed tremendous interest from potential buyers across the UAE as it aims to build new bridges between public and private sector stakeholders between China and the UAE. The three-day event, opened on January 11, was co-organised by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and […]

The Saudi Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, host and convener of the first-ever Future Minerals Forum, held under the patronage of the Custodian of The Two Holy Mosques, King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, has formally unveiled the global event’s detailed program featuring an extensive repertoire of subjects, opportunities and challenges confronting the global mining industry. […]

The Italy Pavilion at Expo 2020 calls for cellists – professional, student, or amateur – to join 100 CELLOS LIVE IN DUBAI 2022 with two concerts on March 25th and 26th at the Jubilee Stage in Expo 2020 Dubai. Born as an experiment in 2012, during the occupation of Rome’s historic Teatro Valle, 100 Cellos […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has launched the DEWA-SAT 1 nanosatellite in collaboration with NanoAvionics, becoming the world’s first utility to use nanosatellites to improve the maintenance and planning of electricity and water networks. This new achievement underlines DEWA’s leadership in developing and using the latest world-class technologies. DEWA-SAT 1 was launched on a […]

Major winners, Ryder Cup stars and former champions will headline a star-studded field at the Slync.io Dubai Desert Classic, as the iconic event is elevated to the DP World Tour’s signature Rolex Series of tournaments for the first time in 2022. World Number Two and reigning Open champion Collin Morikawa and four-time Major winner Rory McIlroy are among the […]

Ahead of this weekend’s table topping clash, Expo 2020 Dubai invites Manchester City fans to a live screening of their clash with title rivals Chelsea FCon Saturday. Beginning at 3.00pm on Saturday in Festival Garden, fans of the sky blues can look forward to a full afternoon of entertainment for all, with the Cityzens’ official […]

Calling for cross-industry collaboration to build a more sustainable future, Nissan highlighted the importance of electrification in the development of a cleaner, greener, and more connected world at an Expo thought leadership event this week. Pioneering the way forward and showcasing its expertise in smart and autonomous mobility, Nissan addressed the most critical challenges and […]

Dubai Chambers is preparing to host the fourth edition of the Global Business Forum Latin America (GBF Latin America) in Dubai on March 23-24, 2022, the region’s largest dedicated business conference exploring new avenues of economic cooperation between the UAE, Latin America and the Caribbean region. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed […]

Dubai Parks and Resorts, by Dubai Holding,olHohas announced that opening on 21 JanuaryMOTIONGATE™ Dubai, the region’s largest Hollywood-inspired theme park,will become home to the world’s first rollercoaster inspired by Lionsgate’s global hit action John Wick franchise and the world’s fastest single-car spinning rollercoaster inspired by the popular twists and turns of heist thriller franchise Now […]

Launch date – January 13 – coincides with publisher Livraria Lello’s 116th anniversary The Most Beautiful Bookstore in the World – Porto’s Livraria Lello – is choosing Expo 2020 to launch the world’s first Arabic editions of two classic, epic Portuguese poems – “The Lusiad” by Luís de Camões and Fernando Pessoa’s “Message.” With around […]

The world’s first, managed experiential food & bar hall, Social Distrikt, officially opens its doors to the public, after much anticipation. With the rise and disruption the world is currently witnessing across the food & beverage industry, the recently-launched hospitality company behind for Social Distrikt, Limestone Lab, has geared-up to disrupt the front-end of the […]

The France Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai records its first million visitors since it’s opening on October 1st, 2021, boosted by events dedicated to international visitors and B2B audiences. With three months left, the France Pavilion is more involved than ever to provide a memorable experience for all visitors. Alongside the permanent exhibition, two temporary […]

An array of brands and creative companies from Brussels (Belgium) will be showcased in a“Brussels Corner” in Dubai Design District. As part of the Brussels Days 2022 in Dubai, this exclusive business-to-business event focuses on fostering new partnerships in the region and showcasing Brussels on the international scene. The Brussels luxury retail sector boasts over […]

Attracting millions of tourists each year, Italy continues to be one of the world’s leading luxury destinations for travellers. Luxury tourism is a key strategic growth area for Italy and Lazio was the subject of yesterday’s forum at the Italy Pavilion Amphitheatre,and how the central region will play a crucial role in attracting more wealthy […]

Over 300 public and private sector stakeholders from China and the UAE took part in the first Shenzhen Day Launch Ceremony and Products Show, a hybrid event held earlier today and streamed live in two locations – Dubai and Shenzhen. The event, co-hosted by Dubai Chambers and the China Council for the Promotion of International […]

The 17th of January, 2022 will see the celebration of Tu Bishvat or Jewish Earth day, a Jewish holiday, at the Israel pavilion in EXPO2020 Dubai. Celebrations will include tribute images from Israel, nature and dried fruit on the LED gates of the pavilion and the distribution of traditional dried fruits to pavilion visitors. Tu […]

A new book is about to be published about His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, which has been written by Raed Barqawi, one of the most respected journalists in the region and Executive Editor-in-Chief of Al Khaleej newspaper. Titled Dare to Dream: How Mohammed bin Rashid Made His Dream of Dubai Come True, the book explores how, […]

On Monday, January 17, a concert of the Moscow Virtuosi State Chamber Orchestra will be held at the Dubai Opera, organized by the Moscow Government as part of the promotion of the Russian capital’s bid for the right to host the EXPO in 2030. The chamber orchestra “Moscow Virtuosi” has existed since 1979. The renowned group […]

In true Billionaire style, the iconic venue in Business Bay is starting the new year with a bang, introducing a brand new and unmissable hand-to-hand act to their world-class and ever-changing show. The Lads are sure to dazzle and delight audiences with their daring hand-to-hand act, performing gravity-defining tricks and showcasing their strength, flexibility and […]

Global life science innovator MGI Tech Co. Ltd. (MGI) is aiming to boost its market share in the Middle East and Asia through participation at Guangdong Week, a dedicated event taking place at the world exhibition’s China Pavilion from January 11-13. The biotech company, which is headquartered at Shenzhen, Guangdong, China, will be demonstrating its […]

DMCC – the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise – has announced that it achieved its best year on record, attracting 2,485 companies to Dubai in 2021. The year also saw DMCC achieve its best June, August, September and November, reaching a total of over 20,000 member […]

Locale, the UAE’s food aggregator with a heart, which aims to create a safe space for local ‘foodpreneurs’ to sell their goods and have their brands flourish, has officially launched in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Locale, a KRUSH Brands company, has partnered with beloved, local ‘foodpreneurs’ to share their belief that good food matters. Locale […]

The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) is partnering with leading forum organiser Intelligence Squared to stage a forum at Expo 2020 Dubai. Presented under the STB’s SingapoReimagine Global Conversations series, it aims to spur thought-leadership conversations on the future of travel and tourism. The SingapoReimagine Global Conversations which was launched in Singapore last year, encourages global industry […]

As UAE’s Indian Business and Professional Council (IBPC) formed under the aegis of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry will be staging their first and flagship event of 2022 – IBPC Retail Conclave, on 12 January 2022. The high-profile business networking event will take place at Taj Dubai in Business Bay with the ambition of […]

The countdown to the Hankook 24H Dubai has started! 120 cargo containers with race cars and equipment have docked in Dubai to kick-start the global racing season with the race that takes place between the 13th to 15thJanuary. Dubai Autodrome, in the heart of Motorcity, has hosted the 24-hour race, organised by Creventic, since 2006 […]

Under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, the Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZ) today launched the ‘Talent Pass’ licence for freelance work (self-employment). The new licence that will be available for people with special skills and expertise from around the […]

The Luxembourg Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai is delighted to announce that it is close to hitting the half million visitors milestone. The pavilion has also revealed that it is one of the most Instagrammable and family friendly pavilions at the Expo 2020 Dubai. From its launch in October 2021, the pavilion has accomplished many […]

Colombia, the second most biodiverse country and a leading nature and adventure tourism destination, is preparing to highlight its charming regions at the upcoming ‘Travel and Connectivity Week’ at Expo 2020 Dubai taking place from January 09-15, 2022. In line with Colombia’s efforts to strengthen its position on the global tourism map and reactivate its […]

Holidays by flydubai is offering attractive packages to several beautiful winter destinations for a holiday filled with excitement and wonder. If you are looking to go for a hike, take in some incredible views, hit the ski slopes or simply discover a new and unique destination, Holidays by flydubai offers passengers a great variety of […]

The 2022 Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge, in partnership with Dubai Sports Council, has been officially added to the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) GranFondoWorld Series calendar for the 2022 season, organisers revealed today. The 92km road race, set to take place on Saturday 19th February from Dubai Sports City, will join sanctioned events from across […]

In Expo 2020 Dubai, UAE, Columbia Pavilion seeks new technologies to timely analyze their audience preference via passenger flow data, accurate statistics on the booth popularity and real-time occupancy. They have recently cooperated with OP Retail to apply the people counting solution for their exhibition. The Solution OP Retail has deployed in Columbia Pavilion, Expo2020 […]

An evening at The Theater never ceases to surprise and amaze. A fantastic feast for the senses, this sensational visual spectacle boasts world-class entertainment paired with an indulgent dining experience. Every Wednesday, resident performer Guy Manoukian welcomes friends from around the world to join him for a fantastic evening of musical marvelousness. Since opening, “Guy and Friends” has become a […]

Some of Malaysia’s most prominent artistes will take centre stage at Jubilee Park on 9th January 2022 to perform a variety of cultural performances and music presentations, in conjunction with the Malaysia Truly Asia showcase. The showcase will feature a remarkable host of cultural performances by troupes from Istana Budaya and the National Department for […]

Aventura Parks welcomes visitors in the New Year with an array of exciting new offerings. From movie nights under the stars at the new Nature Village to physical challenges on Himalaya, the park’s 12m climbing wall and birthday celebrations – Aventura Parks is the ultimate adventure destination for thrill seekers and nature lovers this January. […]