“Fashion For All ” the regions only Plus Size Fashion Show is back and is auditioning for Fashion Models on Saturday 29th of June at the Ghurair Centre from 4:00pm till 7:00pm. Everyone’s welcomed to audition; age’s 15yrs till 65yrs old, all nationalities and all sizes are invited to try out for the ramp. Sami […]

Dubai Internet City (DIC), the Middle East’s leading technology business community, today witnessed the launch of the first Russian Centre for Digital Innovations and Information and Communication Technologies. The centre, facilitated by the Russian Export Centre (REC), is one of the largest and only business support platforms for Russian tech firms outside Russia, and follows […]

VR Theme Park in The Dubai Mall has introduced three new family-friendly rides that will take visitors soaring to new heights of fun. The new rides include Cosmo Jet, Flying Chairs and Magic Bikes, and are set to offer families a unique and fun experience. Embark on a space mission in a mini-space jet with […]

The public can now experience a preview of Expo 2020 Dubai at an interactive pop-up pavilion travelling around the UAE, providing a glimpse of what to expect from the region’s first ever World Expo. Visitors can interact with the pop-up pavilion, which is currently near the waterfall at Dubai Mall until 13 July. When you […]

wasl properties, a subsidiary of wasl Asset Management Group, announced the release of the first building of its unique ‘wasl port views’ development, which is located adjacent to Port Rashid between Al Mina Road and Jumeirah Beach Road. The launch comes as part of the company’s plans to add quality residential, commercial, and hospitality accommodation […]

RAK Properties, one of the UAE’s leading real estate developer will host an exclusive showcase of its latest Marbella waterfront villas and townhouses during their open house event to be held on June 22 at La Ville Hotel, City Walk, Dubai. The event is aimed at reaching out and further strengthening relationships with investors and […]

Noor Bank, a leading Shari’ah-compliant bank in the UAE, has launched a new premium banking package for the growing affluent segment of the UAE population. Noor Bank’s latest offering is in line with its mission to deliver outstanding customer experiences by anticipating financial requirements and personalising products to match those needs. For the first time […]

DMCC, a Free Zone for commodities trade and enterprise, today announced its support for the GPC Convention 2020, the global pulse industry’s premier event, to be held at the Grand Hyatt Dubai in April next year. Nearly one thousand academics, government bodies, farming organisations, food and agricultural experts, traders and pulses industry experts from more […]

Special Olympics UAE has called on the international community to capitalise on the power of sports to usher in a new era of social inclusion for individuals with intellectual disabilities as the 12th session of UN Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, CRPD, got under way at […]

With Dubai’s temperatures on the rise, Atlantis, The Palm is set to become the ultimate summer hotspot with the launch of ‘Summer Pool Sessions @ Atlantis’, a brand-new FREE pool day pass. The ladies and gentlemen of Dubai are invited to laze away the day in the cool waters of the Atlantis pool. Open every […]

The region’s leading Performing Arts school, Dubai Performing Arts (DPA), is set to bring an explosion of Musical Theatre to Dubai Opera next weekend with two unmissable musical shows featuring music and performances from some of the most famous West End musicals. Be prepared to get footloose and fancy free on Friday 28th June and […]

Lootah Real Estate Development (Lootah), one of the region’s most prominent real estate developers, announced the launch of Senaeyat, a company that provides lease-to-own industrial warehouses for businesses of different sizes. Located in a major industrial growth hub in Dubai, Dubai Industrial Park, Senaeyat is the first to offer a lease-to-own model for clients, in […]

Emaar and Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) have joined hands to offer Dubai Metro users exceptional discounts. Hop on the Metro and head straight to a world of wholesome entertainment, while enjoying a slew of attractive offers on some of Dubai’s most famous attractions. At the Top, Burj Khalifa Dubai Metro users will have […]

Emirates will be expanding its services to Jeddah and Medina with an additional 46 flights to help facilitate travel for Hajj pilgrims heading to and from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The flights will be operated between 27 July and 22 August to support the Hajj journey to the Holy City of Mecca. The services […]

Fresh produce grown at the world’s largest vertical farm will be served to millions at Expo 2020 Dubai as part of a collaboration with Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) to provide delicious and diverse culinary choices while showcasing the future of sustainable gastronomy. The tie-up will also introduce visitors to the world’s most tantalising up-and-coming cuisines […]

Ibn Battuta Mall is welcoming visitors this Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) with an exciting Spin & Win promotion offering the chance to win daily instant prizes worth a total of AED500,000 – and a brand new Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport. Celebrations for the shopping extravaganza also include a tropical summer-themed activation, live shows, family entertainment, […]

Dubai Design District today announced its first ever restaurant week, which will celebrate the collective of independent chefs, cafes and restaurants that make d3 a truly unique district. The event is set to run between Sunday, 30 June and Saturday, 6 July 2019 and will feature a global range of cuisines, and handpicked menu options across […]

marhaba, part of dnata and one of the world’s fastest growing passenger services providers, continues to expand its global network. In addition to its popular facilities in Dubai, Melbourne, and Karachi, marhaba opened another airport lounge in Singapore and now offers excellent value services for passengers of all airlines and travel classes at Changi Airport, […]

The Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, issued 2,599 new licenses during May 2019, a growth of 50% compared to May 2018 (1,736). The new licenses created 8,348 jobs in the labor market. Among the new licenses issued, 54.7% were professional, 42.7% commercial, 1.8% related to tourism […]

Matt Wallace has risen to the top of the Race to Dubai Rankings for the first time this season after finishing tied 12th in the US Open at Pebble Beach which was won by America’s Gary Woodland by three strokes after handling the pressure put on him by World Number One Brooks Koepka. England’s Wallace […]

Emirates has made a network-wide commitment to reduce single-use plastics on board its aircraft. As of June 1st, eco-friendly paper straws have been introduced and all Emirates flights will soon be plastic straw-free. The airline has been working on various long-term sustainability initiatives. In addition to plastic straws, plastic swizzle sticks and stirrers will also […]

The first edition of “Restaurants Cafés & Lounges” Conference and Exhibition will be held on the 7th & 8th of October 2019, at Roda Al Bustan Hotel. The first of its kind event in the region is organized by Great Minds Event Management, with the goal of gathering a selected group of F&B and hospitality experts, to discuss improving efficiency and delivering an improved holistic […]

Dubai-based holding company Meraas, with a diversified portfolio of brands in various sectors, has seen substantial improvement in brand perception over the past year, YouGov’s data reveals. YouGov’s daily brand tracker, BrandIndex, shows Meraas’s Index score—a measure of overall brand health—had an increase of +3.2 points from May 2018 to April 2019. This is a […]

Azizi Developments, one of the leading private developers in the UAE, celebrates the on-schedule completion of Azizi Aliyah, an elegantly designed, AED 470-million residential high-rise in the heart of Dubai Healthcare City. The international developer received the building completion certificate from local authorities, marking the commencement of the handover of homes. Farhad Azizi, CEO of […]

The Dubai Financial Market, DFM, International Investors Roadshow in New York 2019 has witnessed significant participation from international investment institutions. The roadshow enabled listed companies to hold 81 one-on-one meetings with senior representatives of 35 international institutions, managing approximately US$3.2 trillion in assets. The roadshow was organised last week, in conjunction with the Global Emerging […]

Combining fashion and technology the suave app Mr. Draper – the first of its kind in the Middle East region – reinvents the shopping experience, making it more convenient and hassle free. By sending customers stylist- curated outfits to try on at home or office for five days. Customers only keep and pay for what […]

The Children’s City of Dubai Municipality is launching ‘My National Tree’ competition for children in the age group of 6 to 12 years to ensure their participation, educate them, and introduce them to the Ghaff tree and the importance of preserving it in the local environment. Children will be able to participate by making a […]

Dubai was in the spotlight at the 11th World Chambers Congress (WCC) in Rio de Janeiro, the world’s largest gathering of chambers of commerce, as the Brazilian city officially handed over the baton to the emirate as the host city of the next WCC in 2021. A delegation led by H.E. Hamad Buamim, President & […]

Dubai Investment Development Agency, Dubai FDI, has announced its participation as Event Sponsor to the upcoming World Forum for FDI 2019 set to take place fro 17th – 19th June, in 2019, in Sydney, New South Wales. The upcoming event will discuss future trends in the next 25 years, while site selection experts set to […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, has broken the world record in major inspection outages by re-engineering the Gas Turbine SGT-4000F overhaul process at the Jebel Ali Power and Desalination Complex. DEWA succeeded in the completion of its major inspection outage within 11 working days compared to 30 working days previously. This allows a 63% […]

Families can take part in a special yoga event on Friday, 21 June that aims to set a world record for the largest parent and child yoga gathering ever right here in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Charm Yoga Dubai and Kidzapp, the ultimate digital guide to family-friendly activities and events, are partnering to make […]

Considered to be one of the world’s most famous destinations, Dubai has everything a GCC traveler may wish to experience during the summer holiday. From all-year-round sun, temperature-controlled pools and unlimited and complimentary access to Wild Wadi Waterpark, to a whole host of dining venues with indoor seating – it’s a great choice for a […]

Emirates Official Store has launched Emirates Landing, a limited edition ‘father and son’ shorts collection in collaboration with sustainable fashion label, Joseph & Alexander.  A thoughtful gift for Father’s Day and the summer holidays, the Emirates Landingcollection uses recycled fabric derived from ocean plastics and eco-friendly ink in the textile designs. The shorts are a departure from the airline’s traditional red […]

Signalling growing investor confidence in Dubai, new business licenses issued in the emirate during the first four months of 2019 increased 35% compared to the same period of 2018 according to a report issued by the Department of Economic Development (DED). DED issued 9,489 new licences during January-April 2019 as Dubai continued to accelerate in […]

In its efforts to support the goals of the UAE Government, Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), a key engine of economic diversification and leading source of foreign investment, is offering facilities to obtain long term visas for its customers to attract and retain high caliber talent within the UAE. In accordance with Resolution No. 56 […]

To celebrate the summer season and the return of the hugely popular S’mores Frappuccino, Starbucks commissioned a professional sand sculptor to create a giant Fappuccino cup sculpture made out of sand. Measuring 3 metres in height the impressive installation is on display today (15 June) at La Mer for one day only, to the amazement […]

The team at The Ballet Centre Dubai, gear up for the biggest performing arts Summer Camp; open to kids from age’s 3yrs old till 12yrs old. This camp will be offering a plethora of training sessions including Mix dance style, Martial Arts (Self Defense), Acting, Singing, Musical Theatre and Arts & Crafts. Highly qualified trainers […]

Emirates has introduced its First-Class cabin in Durban today, in conjunction with the airline’s seasonal frequency increase of four additional flights a week, bringing the airline’s award-winning, luxury travel experience to the coastal South African city. During the seasonal increase from 14 June to 04 August 2019, travellers to and from Durban can enjoy the […]

Coca-Cola Arena has been hailed ‘amazing’ by Maroon 5 after their sell-out show at the venue on Friday night. Maroon 5 performed to an ecstatic 17,000 fans who lapped up their every hit, and the band were equally impressed with their experience. ‘It was a privilege to be the first band to perform at the […]

International pop star Kylie Minogue has been confirmed to perform at this year’s Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens, as the largest sporting and social event in Dubai celebrates its 50th anniversary with an evening concert on Friday 6th December 2019. Taking place at The Sevens Stadium, the Grammy Award-winning superstar will take to the stage at 9.30 pm to perform […]

Chambers of commerce from all regions of the world must align their efforts to maximise their impact and shape solutions for global economic and social challenges, H.E. Hamad Buamim, Chairman of the ICC World Chambers Federation and President & CEO of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry told chamber leaders and officials at the 11th […]

Broadway Entertainment Group and Dubai Opera are delighted to announce that eight more shows have been added to the autumn run of The Phantom of the Opera, meaning musical theatre fans and aficionados will now have one more week to see the world’s most popular musical when it makes its Middle East debut. Launching on […]

A wedding at Arabian Ranches Golf Club proves that dreams do come true. Set within the tranquillity of Arabian Ranches Golf Club with sweeping views of lush green carpets, Baker-Finch offers an enchanting setting to tie the knot on a summer’s day. Every detail, from dining and decoration to photography and entertainment, is exquisitely tailored […]

The Middle East Council of Shopping Centres & Retailers (MECS+R) will be hosting the “The Springboard Networking event” at the Kempinski Hotel, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai, UAE on 18th of June from 6:00 pm till 9:30 pm. Springboard Networking event offers the ideal platform and opportunity for retail and shopping mall professionals to network […]

Azizi Developments, one of the leading private developers in the UAE, has recorded a sell-out response to its highly sought-after properties in Al Furjan, Dubai’s high-growth corridor with superb connectivity to the entire city. The developer announced that all residences in 10 of its Al Furjan buildings have been sold out, with only some recently-released […]

The finance sector in GCC has stepped into the limelight over recent years, emerging as a core pillar to drive diversification and efficiency within organisations. As per Deloitte forecasts, a net 55% of CFOs plan to increase investments in training employees on digital initiatives over the next 12 months. Another estimate by Stanton Chase claims […]

A report by the Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, states that the number of operating businesses in Ras Al Khor has reached 1,765. The licenses issued according to the activities were: commercial (1,260), professional (406), and industrial (99). The report covers the various business activities and […]

The 2019 Dubai Duty Free Irish Open will be laced with nostalgia for the leading airport retailer’s Executive Vice Chairman and CEO Colm McLoughlin. The tournament is set to be held at Lahinch Golf Club in County Clare for the first time from July 4-7 and it’s a venue, and a county, of great significance […]

AEG Presents and BookMyShow are excited to announce that one of the hottest live acts of the moment: Grammy and Mercury Prize nominated The 1975, are bringing their critically-acclaimed live show to the Coca-Cola Arena this August. Fresh from breathtaking headline performances at Coachella and Lollapalooza and ahead of topping the bill at Reading and […]

Self-service kiosks have been set up across all of the ports included in the Tax Refunds for Tourists Scheme in order to allow tourists to recover Value Added Tax (VAT) when leaving the UAE. The kiosks are operated by Planet, the company enlisted by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) to operate the system for the […]

Dubai has welcomed India’s first premium cruise liner, ‘Karnika’ by Jalesh Cruises, to Mina Rashid as it homeports in Dubai for the season. Christened in an official naming ceremony in Mumbai, India last month, Karnika is Jalesh Cruises’ first liner to homeport in the region, marking a significant milestone for both the Indian domestic and […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Dubai Chamber) has announced its plans to host the fifth edition of the Global Business Forum (GBF) on Africa on November 18th-19th 2019 in Dubai under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. […]

Some of the country’s top young football talents, including eight representatives from Dubai clubs, will be flying to Malaga later this summer to hone their skills as part of du LaLiga High Performance Centre’s Summer Program in Spain. The Summer Program – part of a new joint initiative between Dubai Sports Council, Emirates Integrated Telecommunications […]

At the forefront of the Dubai food and beverage scene, Tom Arnel, along with the leadership of Bull&Roo, are proud to have recently created the social / industry initiative, EAT DXB. This new non-profit event series was built as a collaboration of like-minded individuals who are striving to make Dubai a better place through the […]

To commemorate International Yoga Day, Covering Concepts will host its second edition half a day Yoga and Well-being retreat on June 20, 2019 at their studio at Dubai Design District (9 – 2 pm) – with an aim to promote happiness, physical and mental health, and productivity. The half a day retreat will include five […]

With Father’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to make some memories with your favourite man. Thanks to the SunSational Summer App by Meraas, treating your dad to a great time in Dubai has never been easier. From delectable dinners to beach bonding days, here are six ways to spoil him: #1 – Give […]

Emirates, Worldwide Partner of Rugby World Cup 2019 (RWC 2019), is proud to announce the arrival of the Webb Ellis Cup in Tokyo. The silver-gilt trophy, presented since the inaugural Rugby World Cup tournament in 1987, was transported on Emirates flight EK318 from Dubai to Tokyo, arriving yesterday to a champion’s welcome. On touchdown in […]

Following the launch of Amazon.ae on May 1st, Amazon today announced the launch of Amazon Prime in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Prime is Amazon’s premium membership program enjoyed by more than 100 million paid members in 17 countries, offering an unparalleled combination of shopping and entertainment benefits tailored to each country. Everyone can try […]

Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) has signed a strategic partnership agreement with SEERA (previously Al Tayyar Travel Group), to further strengthen the travel demand from Saudi Arabia to Dubai. The partnership between the department and Almosafer, SEERA’S consumer travel brand which recorded more than 100,000 bookings from Saudi Arabian travellers to […]

DP World UAE Region’s strategic solutions and services have consistently catered to the automotive and spare parts sector, driving forward economic diversification in line with the UAE government goals. The trade enabler has been a leading player in developing and facilitating the nation’s automotive sector since its inception, proving it to be the preferred trade […]