Before jumping into the facts of WhatsApp, let’s rewind to how WhatsApp was created and everything about this immensely popular messaging app. WhatsApp, released in 2009, is among the most popular apps for voice and text communication. It is free to use, safe and convenient, and can be used on both smartphones and tablets, you can send […]

Dubai-based carrier Flydubai announced it has already resumed its flights to the Dammam International Airport, and Riyadh International Airport, Saudi Arabia, with its Jeddah flights, which are now open for booking, to follow effective February. The company said the announcement comes in line with the directives issued by all authorities concerned, and urged all travelers […]

Dr.Kate Prozeller joined Thrive Wellbeing Centre in late December as a licensed psychologist, and specialist in maternal mental health as well as life transitions, grief and loss, and abuse. Dr. Kate is a perfect addition to Thrive’s team as we are in all a transitional period right now, entering 2021, hoping to leave 2020 behind, […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority concluded the e-learning initiative, which was launched earlier this year in cooperation with LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network. The initiative was based on the outcomes of the Dubai Ideathon, where ideas were presented to address the challenges that creative and cultural talents faced in light of COVID-19. It achieved […]

EWINGS, managing operator of Mahzooz, saw one winner take home a massive AED 1,000,000 prize in last night’s live draw. The lucky winner was the only participant to match five out of six numbers. Additionally, 136 winners took home AED 1,000 each, while AED 35 went to 2,523 participants.The total prize money won in the […]

The Business Registration & Licensing sector of Dubai Economy has announced that Al Yalayis Government Transactions Centre located in Dubai Investment Park (DIP) is the first-of-its-kind in Dubai providing integrated government services under one roof to enhance investor confidence and ease of doing businesses in the emirate of Dubai. The Centre’s goal is to simplify […]

The Board of Trustees of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Creative Sports Award, which is a Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiative, has thanked the country’s wise leadership for their protection and care of the different segments of the community, as well as their support of different countries in the face of COVID-19 […]

Emirates has announced that it will deploy its latest flagship A380 aircraft featuring new premium economy seats and luxurious enhancements across all cabins to London Heathrow. Starting from 4 January, passengers flying between Dubai and London Heathrow can experience Emirates’ latest A380. Operating as EK003/004, the aircraft is scheduled to depart Dubai daily at 14:30hrs, […]

Another week of DSF Surprises awaits avid shoppers with incredible deals and offers available across Dubai to mark the 26th edition of Dubai Shopping Festival. Taking place until 27 January, a new deal will be unveiled at a different retail destination each day and will be valid for only 24 hours or until stocks last. […]

Recently, WhatsApp introduced ‘WhatsApp Business’. Using this function, WhatsApp customers will be able to purchase their favorite items through WhatsApp. The new addition is ‘Carts’, which will allow WhatsApp users to add products as they interact with a company, then send a larger order all at once via the app. As WhatsApp begins to develop […]

Topgolf Entertainment Group, a global sports and entertainment company, kicked off the New Year with a bang by opening the doors to Dubai residents and visitors to its highly anticipated first venue in the Middle East and Asia. Launched in partnership with Dubai Golf, the centrally located Topgolf Dubai venue in Emirates Hills, will make […]

Dubai resident and currently the holder of the highest number of Guinness World Records in the country, Ramkumar Sarangapani achieves the distinction of breaking the World’s Largest Pop up Greetings Card record on the occasion of 15th Accession Day of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of […]

The Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism)today announced the global release of ‘Ya Salam Ya Dubai’,a new iconic song that celebrates what makes Dubai one of the best cities in the world. Launched on New Year’s Day as part of the 26th Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, welcomed in the New Year in spectacular style as a series of celebrations took place across the park to mark the beginning of 2021. What transpired over the course of the evening will live long in the memory of […]

Emaar, the master developer of the Burj Khalifa, has celebrated New Year’s Eve with a spectacular fireworks, animation, laser and light to ring in 2021. The dazzling display celebrated the theme of ‘togetherness’, the UAE’s success and achievements, and paid tribute to the frontline heroes of 2020. The breathtaking fireworks display, perfectly timed to the […]

The Women’s Committee of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has organised a series of virtual workshops to increase the awareness of female employees on mental anxiety and stress relief especially amid the psychological stress of COVID-19. The female employees learned about deep breathing and simple exercises to help them relax and enjoy a healthy […]

Dubai Sports Council has announced clubs, academies, training and fitness centres, and other sports facilities as well as sports events in the Emirate of Dubai will not be required to use thermal scanners or conduct temperature checks from January 1, 2021. The decision of Dubai Sports Council to update their COVID-19 precautionary measures and protocols […]

Tens of thousands of investors and residents in some of Nakheel’s most popular communities will benefit from the opening of four new Dubai Metro stations on 1 January 2021, says master developer Nakheel. Stations at Jebel Ali, The Gardens, Discovery Gardens and Al Furjan will be up and running on New Year’s Day as part […]

Social media is developing to be much more critical than ever. To meet and attract more clients in 2021, we have collated the top 6 social media patterns for you. For advertisers to gain and engage consumers, social media is a preferred channel. Social media marketing, known for an agile model, allows marketing teams to […]

The Business Excellence Department in Dubai Economy celebrated the Customer Service Week recently with varied activities aimed to highlight the importance of innovations in achieving customer satisfaction and encourage retailers to share best practices in enhancing customer loyalty. The activities held as part of the Week, most of which were held online in view of […]

Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates airline has successfully executed a cargo charter to transport the Brazilian satellite Amazonia-1 from Sao Jose dos Campos, Brazil to Chennai, India. This is the first time that Emirates SkyCargo has transported a space satellite from South America. Amazonia-1 is the first satellite to have been developed completely […]

Emirates enlisted the help of Arsenal, Real Madrid and AC Milan to surprise its most deserving fans and reconnect them with their favourite football clubs. In a year filled with video calls, it was only apt that Emirates set up one last virtual meeting they would never forget. The unassuming fans joined the teleconference thinking […]

Sports tourism is a key pillar of the country’s tourism movement, with the UAE attracting various international teams, playing many different sports, in the winter to set up their training camps here, or for playing friendly and official matches, thanks to the state’s policy of welcoming everyone and providing them with comfort and safety, as […]

The Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI), an agency of Dubai Economy, hosted two webinars recently to connect with potential investors and partners from France and Switzerland and to explore opportunities in the strategic sectors of food &agribusiness,and technology. In step with Dubai FDI’s engagement strategy for 2020, the webinars will provide a platform for […]

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Dubai Startup Hub initiative has launched eight guides to help startups in the UAE do business, as the Chamber concluded its fifth and final ‘Networking Series’. Organised in cooperation with Virtuzone, the Series target startups and entrepreneurs and ran from mid-October to mid-December 2020. The new guides cover […]

As they pack their bags to return home following a memorable stay in sunny Dubai, visiting international football stars have thanked Dubai government and Dubai Sports Council for hosting them and their families here, as well as for organising Sunday night’s starry twin-event, the Dubai International Sports Conference and Dubai Globe Soccer Awards, which allowed […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Huawei Consumer Business Group have announced the exclusive launch of the GCC’s first digital nol cards and nol Pay mobile app on HUAWEI AppGallery. This collaboration is in line with the RTA’s plan to adopt advanced and innovative technologies into Dubai’s transport sector as part of the UAE […]

Travel is expected to reach another peak at the end of this week for Emirates, as the airline expects yet another busy period. A high volume of travellers will be making their way to Emirates’ dedicated Terminal 3 facilities on 2nd and 3rd January 2021, to depart Dubai, in addition to a rush of inbound traffic into […]

In recent years, the story of social media was all about cutting down time on social media and spend more time outdoors, spend less time on websites, be more aware of the actions of social media. Under lockdown, however, things changed very drastically. As recorded in our coronavirus study, at the beginning of April, just under […]

Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Turkey) region has won top international honours for its leadership in retail banking and digital innovation at the recently held 11th annual Retail Banker International (RBI) Asia Trailblazer Awards 2020. The bank was named Best Retail Bank in the UAE in […]

The birds of prey will again soar high and fast as the new season of Fazza Championship for Falconry–Telwah, organised by the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Centre (HHC), will kick off on January 2 in Al Ruwayyah, Dubai. The sport of falconry takes its roots back to 2,000 years ago when it was practiced by […]

The Dubai International Sports Conference and Dubai Globe Soccer Awards, which were held on Sunday evening at the Armani Hotel with the majestic Burj Khalifa forming the backdrop, have pinned down some impressive media and social media numbers, with stats showing a combined potential reach of more than one billion. A Mohammed Bin Rashid Al […]

Despite COVID, we are delighted to report that The Dubai Sports Council CEO’s Masters 2021 Golf Day will take place on the Dubai Sports City Els Club on Wednesday 6th January 2021, as part of the Dubai Sports Council’s ongoing commitment to promoting golf as a business networking and key tourism tool for the UAE and […]

Let’s start with why webinars are important for digital marketing strategy. Marketing experts enjoy talking to their client about interacting with them. Usually, they refer to social media when they speak of interaction, but webinars are a growing trend in developing relationships with your targeted customers and especially in this highly digital and sometimes impersonal […]

Emirates is taking its signature A380 experience to the next level with the unveil of a brand new Premium Economy cabin product, together with enhancements and a refreshed look across all cabins onboard its newest A380 aircraft. Sir Tim Clark, President Emirates Airline said: “The Emirates A380 is already one of the most sought-after travel experiences […]

DP World, a leading global provider of smart logistics solutions, has been selected as the preferred bidder to enter into discussions with the Government of Angola for a 20-year concession and operation of the Multipurpose Terminal (MPT) at the Port of Luanda. Following an international tender process and subsequent announcement last month of DP World’s […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, issued directives to extend tourist visas for one additional month, without any government fees, due to temporary airport closures and entry restrictions around the world. The decision supports tourists and their families currently in the UAE to spend the […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority is proceeding with its efforts toengage with the local creative community and motivate its pioneers to enrich Dubai’scultural scene with their contributions. In this context, Hala Badri, DirectorGeneral of Dubai Culture, toured some of the retail stores and showrooms in the creative complex at Dubai Design District, which is considered […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) launched a new initiative titled ‘Initial Inquiry,’ which was implemented through joint cooperation between the Legal Affairs Department and the Real Estate Development Guarantee Account Department, in cooperation with the Implementation Department, Real Estate Trust Account Development Department, Case Execution Management, and the Lawyers, Experts and Translators Affairs Division at Dubai Courts. […]

Dubai Entrepreneurship Academy (DEA) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the International Centre for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA) as part of promoting sector-level capabilities and creating new entrepreneurship opportunities for the youth in critical sectors. The Academy will draw on its resources and experience as the educational arm of Dubai SME – the agency […]

FIFA President, His Excellency Gianni Infantino has described football as a beacon of hope and a harbinger of peace, unity and solidarity as the world recovers from the disruption and desolation caused by COVID-19 pandemic. Watched by His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Sports Council, His Excellency Infantino […]

Dubai Entrepreneurship Academy (DEA) has signed a memorandum of understanding(MoU) with the International Centre for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA) as part of promoting sector-level capabilities and creating new entrepreneurship opportunities for the youth in critical sectors. The Academy will draw on its resources and experience as the educational arm of Dubai SME – the agency of […]

Amber Hall, Dubai’s latest experiential dining and live show concept, has announced its official opening. The amber-themed concept was developed by the renowned hospitality establishment, Vii Dubai, which runs a number of popular social nightlife hotspots from the floral-sheltered Secret Garden to the mystical Red Room concept. The home-grown unique concept, aims to bring an […]

His Excellency Mattar Mohammed Al Tayer, Director-General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has launched the enhanced new generation of traditional wooden Abras replicating the same design of the existing Abras while conforming to the highest security, safety and environmental standards. During a trial tour on the […]

The 2020 edition of Dubai Globe Soccer Awards has ended after hosting and recognising the greatest football talent of the season and of the century. The ceremony took place following the Dubai International Sports Conference, organised by the Dubai Sports Council, which brought together a distinguished panel of influential leaders in the world of football to discuss […]

du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has revealed the winners of its #WorldsCoolestWinterChallenge with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, subsequently sharing the announcement on his official social media channels. As part of the challenge, two lucky winners every week will receive prizes worth […]

In his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has approved the Government of Dubai’s general budget for the fiscal year 2021, with total expenditures of AED57.1 billion. The newly-announced budget takes into account the exceptional economic conditions of the fiscal […]

Emirates has announced several key movements and rotations to its commercial team, both in its Dubai hub and across key markets in the Far East, West Asia and Africa. The changes place five seasoned Emirati commercial managers in key positions across the Emirates network to support its commercial strategies as the airline responds to shifting […]

As Dubai prepares to welcome in the New Year, master developer Nakheel has initiated a raft of measures to manage a potential increase in traffic on Palm Jumeirah on Thursday, 31 December. Palm Jumeirah is one of the UAE’s most popular venues for New Year celebrations, and Nakheel is working closely with the Dubai Police, […]

As the spirit of the festive season takes over Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, Santa has surprised 25 young guests by making their wishes come true after taking part in the destination’s successful record breaking attempt. The 8th Guinness World Record gained this season […]

Webinars should always be attention grabbing and professionals say their number one turn-off is unnecessary promotional material. Being too promotional is far worse in their minds than material that is not implementable or that does not deliver on its pledge.Aligning webinars with your objectives is excellent, but perhaps the most popular webinars begin with the […]

Dubai’s Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management, in its meeting stressed the importance of following precautionary measures outlined by health authorities in the UAE and the World Health Organisation (WHO) to protect the community from COVID-19. The meeting was chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The Committee’s statement […]

The Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI), an agency of Dubai Economy, conducted two webinars recently to connect with potential investors and partners from Germany and to explore opportunities in the strategic sectors of healthcare and technology. In line with Dubai FDI’s engagement strategy for 2020, the webinars provided a platform for stakeholders to explore […]

His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Sports Council, has welcomed the participants to Dubai International Sports Conference, which is a Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiative and takes place under the theme “Football at the Top” on December 27 at Armani Hotel in Burj Khalifa. Organised by […]

On your marks, get set, shop! DSF Surprises is back and all geared up to help residents and visitors treat themselves to some unbeatable retail deals across the city during the latest edition of Dubai Shopping Festival. Starting from 27 December until 27 January, a new deal will be unlocked each day at a new […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority, in coordination with Sharjah’s Roads and Transport Authority, announced the resumption of two intercity bus routes between the two Emirates as of Sunday, December 27th. The first is Route E306 where buses will start from Al Ghubaiba Bus station in Dubai and head to Al Jubail Bus Station in Sharjah […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has inaugurated 2,367 (11kV) substations across Dubai since the beginning of 2020. This is part of DEWA’s strategy and its ongoing efforts to provide electricity and water services according to the highest standards of availability, reliability, and efficiency. “At DEWA, we work to achieve the vision and directives of […]

FIFA President Gianni Infantino will deliver the keynote address at Sunday’s Dubai International Sports Conference, which also features “El Don” Cristiano Ronaldo, Spain and Real Madrid goalkeeping legend Iker Casillas, and Bayern Munich hitman Robert Lewandowski. A Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiative, this year’s Dubai International Sports Conference is taking place on December […]

Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group welcomed Israel Jewelers Association in an effort to start a new chapter for both the nations. Part of a strong trade mission, the delegation visit aims to acquaint IJA with Dubai’s business environment and competitive advantages and vice versa. In the presence of high-ranking members of each association, the meeting […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, is celebrating the inauguration of its much-anticipated residential and commercial complex, Aura, located in the heart of Jebel Ali. Mr MirwaisAzizi, Founder and Chairman of Azizi Developments, Mr FarhadAzizi, CEO of Azizi Developments, and Mr Fawad Azizi, Deputy CEO of Azizi Developments, officially inaugurated Aura, a […]