More and more Filipinos in the UAE are starting to value the need for savings and investments through real estate, with industry leaders welcoming as high as 20 per cent year-on-year increase in sales of their properties amongst Filipino buyers in the UAE. The Philippine property market is also expected to cross double-digit growth this […]

Get ready for a fun, family day out at Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, on April 19th! Renowned Emirati singer Balqees Fathi will dazzle audiences with her melodious voice at 8.30pm in front of the Rajmahal Theater. The celebration marks the launch of the Emirati annual pass […]

The Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, and noon, the Middle East’s homegrown marketplace, recently organized workshops for the owners of DED Trader licenses on the services offered by the ecommerce platform, and the advantages of displaying their products on noon. The workshops were part of DED’s […]

To highlight the innovations in construction business in the Middle East, UAE will soon be hosting the first-ever, one-of-its-kind Mega City Infrastructure Week featuring more than 15 countries. Set to take place on 16th and 17th of April at Roda Al Bustan, Dubai, the conference will be themed around innovations and technologies driving infrastructure and […]

To mark the Vishwa Sindhi Divas, Gaurav Chander Damwani in association with Evolution Events is organising Sindhi Sur Sangam in Dubai – a first-time attempt by the organisers to promote & preserve the rich, ancient Sindhi culture & heritage, as Dubai is home to many Sindhi families who have migrated and settled in Dubai many […]

A spectacular addition to The Dubai Fountain, the iconic attraction in Downtown Dubai by Emaar, the award-winning property developer, is set to be a spellbinding experience for all visitors. Emaar has announced its partnership with Pinkfong, the creator of the viral sensation “Baby Shark” music video, and Spacetoon, Pinkfong’s official licensing agent in MENA, to […]

Who says healthy snacking isn’t fun? Discover more about healthy snacks at the first ever Fade Fit Kids Factory at KidZania® Dubai. Join in preparing the healthy snack and learn how your favourite Fade Fit munchies are created and packaged. The 15-minute fun activity teaches kidZ the art and technique of creating healthy and affordable […]

Dubai has moved up in the ranking of the world’s top 10 maritime capitals in 2019, the latest in its string of achievements that has made the emirate a globally competitive maritime hub. The emirate took the 9th spot this year, up from its 10th rank in 2017, according to a recent report issued by […]

Emirates has completed the installation of bespoke Expo 2020 Dubai liveries on 40 aircraft, with its final A380 aircraft emblazoned in the distinctive orange ‘opportunity’ decal rolling out of the Emirates Engineering hangar. The first decal was unveiled in 2017 on an Emirates Boeing 777-300ER aircraft decorated in the blue ‘mobility’ decal. Since then, Emirates’ […]

As part of its relentless commitment to projects’ quality and timely completion, Al Ghurair Properties, the real estate development arm of Al Ghurair Investment, announced that 3 residential buildings, namely Muteena 226, 658 & Muraqabbat 131, are all on track to be completed by May 2019 according to their respective schedules, with steady progress on […]

The Dubai Gold & Commodities Exchange (DGCX) in partnership with RAKBANK, today announced plans to launch a Mini-Gold Futures product, offering investors the chance to trade gold in smaller denominations. The contract will be the first-of-its-kind, and is in response to feedback from market participants that emphasized a strong desire from smaller investors to increase […]

The design of the China Pavilion for Expo 2020 was today (April 10th) revealed overseas for the first time at a conference in Dubai, UAE, drawing extensive attention from all attending. Ambassador Ni Jian, Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the United Arab Emirates, Najeeb Mohammed Al-Ali, Executive Director, Dubai Expo 2020 Bureau […]

Worldwide Distribution Center (WDC) will have the latest products from global manufacturers on offer at Beautyworld Middle East next week. In addition, as the leading distributor of multicultural products across the Middle East and Africa, WDC will also have a wide selection of the sector’s latest innovations in hair and skin care available to try […]

The government’s introduction of various regulations to stimulate demand along with the private sector’s attempts to diversify their products by adopting technologies that are expected to drive the real estate market according to JLL’s Q1 Dubai Real Estate Market Overview report, launched today. The first quarter of 2019 saw multiple commercial projects being re-commenced as […]

Bringing ‘Connecting Minds, Creating the Future’ to life, Expo 2020 Dubai participating countries discussed the unique content and programming that is set to attract 25 million visits from around the world. With less than 560 days to go until doors open, the stories, cultures and innovations that will form a spectacular visitor experience were discussed […]

Government and business leaders from the UAE and the Latin America and the Caribbean region (LAC) reinforced their commitment to improving bilateral ties and expanding economic cooperation at the third Global Business Forum (GBF) on Latin America, which began today (April 9th) in Panama City, Panama. Organized by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry in […]

Dubai Press Club (DPC) kicked off the second edition of the Media National Youth Programme (MNYP), the largest programme of its kind in the Middle East that aims to develop a new generation of Emirati journalists that are equipped with the tools and skills needed to excel in the media industry. A joint initiative of […]

CSL Behring, a global biotherapeutics leader, has inaugurated its regional headquarters at Dubai Science Park (DSP), a holistic science-focused business community dedicated to the development of the local healthcare sector. The opening of the new office will strengthen the company’s presence in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, extremely leading to better patient care […]

Foodies visiting Bay Avenue, a Dubai Retail destination located in Business Bay, have much to rejoice about with home-grown eateries Raju Omlet and Enso opening their doors and completing its already diverse mix of F & B tenants. Serving Indian and Japanese cuisines respectably, the two restaurants are popular for their delicious freshly cooked food […]

All is set for the opening of Sleep Expo Middle East tomorrow at the Dubai Festival City Arena. As the region’s first-ever summit dedicated to advancing the sleep movement, Sleep Expo Middle East will run for three days, bringing together sleep experts and innovators under one roof to discuss and showcase the latest advances in […]

Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) has been named as ‘Airline Caterer of the Year’, Middle East, for the fifth consecutive year at the PAX International Readership Awards. Faysal Moufarrej, Chief Operations Officer, accepted the award on behalf of Emirates Flight Catering in Hamburg, Germany. Faysal Moufarrej, Chief Operations Officer of Emirates Flight Catering, said: “This achievement […]

Innovative technologies can be the answer to a greener footprint within the hydrocarbon dependent textile industry, concluded industry experts at a panel discussion titled ‘How Sustainable is Sustainability?’ held at the Ritz-Carlton, DIFC, Dubai on April 9. The event was held as part of a high-level Japanese delegation visiting Dubai to unveil a new revolutionary […]

Al Yousuf 3D Printing, a subsidiary of Al Yousuf Group, announced the arrival of DOOB to the UAE. Founded in Dusseldorf, Germany, DOOB is a full-service 3D technology company that creates replicas of you utilizing the latest 3D printing technology. The company is a frontrunner in digital scanning technology and the concept is currently present […]

Seychelles was bestowed with high honours as the destination was represented at the Tourism Panel at the Destination Wedding Planners (DWP) Congress from March 27 to 29 2019, held in Dubai’s iconic five-star hotel and luxury resort, Atlantis the Palm. The Seychelles delegation at the DWP event comprised of The Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) Chief […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, will organise the second webinar to learn about participation in the 2nd Solar Decathlon Middle East, SDME. The webinar will be held on Tuesday, 16th April. DEWA has invited universities from around the world to register for SDME, which it organises in 2020 under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh […]

The Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector of the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, issued 2,459 new licenses in March 2019, a growth of 35.4% compared to March 2018 (1,816). The new licenses created 9,661 jobs in the labor market. Among the new licenses issued, 58% were commercial, 39.3% professional, 1.9% related to tourism […]

Dubai CommerCity, the region’s first dedicated e-commerce free zone, will be highlighting the latest industry trends at Seamless Middle East 2019, an event which Dubai CommerCity is supporting as a title sponsor for a second consecutive year. Held under the patronage of Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and […]

Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment, DFRE, has announced that the Dubai Home Festival, DHF, will take place from 18th April to 1st May. Showcasing Dubai as the hub of homeware in the Middle East, the event will feature an array of home furnishing sales and exclusive promotions. Ahmed Al Khaja, CEO of Dubai Festivals and […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, the 9th edition of the FAHR International Conference will be held on the 17th and 18th of April, 2019, at the Jumeirah Emirates Tower Hotel in Dubai. Running under the theme ‘The 4th Industrial Revolution Human Capital […]

Azizi Developments, one of the leading private developers in the UAE, completed more than 86% of the construction and 60% of the external works of Farishta Azizi, one of the most sought-after residential properties and part of the impressive lineup of Azizi Developments’ 20 projects in Al Furjan. On schedule for completion in Q2 of […]

The globally-renowned corporate race series, the Bloomberg Square Mile Relay, has confirmed its return to Dubai for the fifth time on Wednesday, 12th February, 2020.  The race will once again be hosted at the Dubai International Finance Centre (DIFC). The announcement follows this year’s record-breaking, sold out, event on 13th February, which saw 1,030 runners from Dubai’s […]

BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the premier Bollywood-themed park, part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, is hosting Vishu celebrations on April 12th. The festival at BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai will feature live performances and acts by famous artists from India, traditional food and much more. The celebrations will begin […]

Suitsupply, the globe-spanning European brand renowned for its focus on expertly crafted men’s tailoring, is back in Dubai with a new home at Gate Avenue in the Dubai International Financial District. Opened on March 17th, Suitsupply at Gate Avenue is a 137-m2 shop in the heart of Dubai’s City Walk area—providing a sophisticated retail shopping […]

dnata’s catering team has been voted ‘Airline Caterer of the Year, North America, 2019′ by readers of PAX International, the leading publication for airline industry executives. The coveted PAX International Readership Award was presented in Hamburg during the annual World Travel Catering Expo. “We are honoured to be recognised by our industry peers for our […]

The overwhelming majority (82%) of people in the UAE think that the Smart Dubai Initiative will make Dubai the happiest city in the world, new YouGov research reveals. The Smart Dubai initiative founded following the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid Al Maktoum aims to make Dubai the smartest city on earth through […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, has announced changes in the marine transit network of Dubai Creek as part of its continues efforts to improve service and convenience. “The restructuring of marine transport lines and stations of Dubai Creek is part of our strategic plan to fulfill the needs of marine transport users. Lines have […]

Reel Cinemas, the world class cinema experience by Emaar Entertainment, has introduced a host of special offers to make your movie-going experience more enjoyable than ever. Enjoy your next cinema outing with a series of pocket-friendly offers that will appeal to visitors and residents alike. Here’s a breakdown of what’s happening at Reel Cinemas’ across […]

Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, continues its deep-rooted approach and efforts to employ smart district cooling systems that support the transition towards “Accelerating the Circular Economy 360”, and achieving the national development goals based on more sustainable development paths. Empower has aligned its strategy with national visions […]

Landmark Group in partnership with iCare Clinic organised free blood glucose and blood pressure screenings for visitors at Oasis Mall, UAE to mark World Health Day. The initiative was part of Landmark Group’s on-going Beat Diabetes campaign. Families and people of all ages benefitted from the free blood glucose and blood pressure screenings organized under […]

Calling all festival lovers! Barasti on Tour is BACK and this year, the beloved beach bar has a pretty special prize up for grabs! The generous beach bar has ten tickets up for grabs to Europe’s (and perhaps the world’s) most epic music festival. Following a month-long competition (which is super easy to enter), ten […]

The membership database of the Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) has grown by 10% in the first quarter of 2019, bringing the total number of members to 949, up from 864 by the end of 2018, according to DBWC announcement. The significant increase in the membership database reflects the important role played by the council […]

Emirates REIT, the world’s largest Sharia’a-compliant Real Estate Investment Trust, today celebrated the 5th anniversary of the listing of its shares on Nasdaq Dubai. Abdullah Al Hamli and Sylvain Vieujot, Chairman and CEO respectively of Equitativa Dubai, the manager of Emirates REIT, rang the market-opening bell at the region’s international exchange to mark the five-year […]

Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, is introducing a brand new annual pass exclusively for UAE nationals, priced at AED 595, which will be available to purchase on-site only on April 19th. The Emirati annual pass will be valid for 14 months and will provide entry to all […]

This Spring/Summer season, City Centre Mirdif wants you to stay true to your personality and make a statement with your fashion choices. With glamorous fashion shows and exclusive beauty experiences, style-savvy shoppers will find everything they need to express themselves with that distinct look, all under one roof. Here is the full programme of exclusive […]

In line with its commitment to shaping a vibrant community where people can work, live and play, Dubai Studio City is offering complimentary outdoor yoga classes in collaboration with optimalFITNESS every Thursday during the month of April. You can now head to a relaxing yoga session right after work to rejuvenate, improve respiration and boost […]

School’s out, but the fun and learning doesn’t need to stop this spring break. There’s plenty to keep the children occupied during the holidays with unique activities, art and craft workshops, fitness classes and music lessons at City Centre Deira, City Centre Me’aisem and City Centre Mirdif. Spring Break pop up at City Centre Deira […]

Global Music Icon Jennifer Lopez chose a white-hot AMATO Couture ruffled one-piece suit by Dubai-based fashion house AMATO Couture for her latest whimsical-themed music video — and it’s a glamorous outfit to remember. In the video, the artist can be seen in a carnival show inside a transparent glass room as a fortune teller wearing […]

Dubai is all geared up for the opening of two landmark events that will convene top government leaders, investors, and industry experts from across the globe for three days to separately discuss the important role of startups and cities of the future in a nation’s sustainable socio-economic development and growth. AIM Startup and Future Cities […]

Need to recover from your daily stress? City Centre Deira invites you to escape the hustle, and relax, refresh and recharge at the mall’s new Spring/Summer ’19 Fashion Experience leisure pop up. The vibrant space in the West Court, Level 2 will offer a temporary escape for shoppers from their daily stress with plenty of […]

Dubai Investments Park, the wholly owned subsidiary of Dubai Investments PJSC and the region’s unique integrated, commercial, industrial, and residential community, has signed an $86 million contract with ABB Industries LLC to commission a new 132/11kv DEWA substation at DIP. The 132/11kv DEWA substation is the seventh operational substation in total across DIP 1 and […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) participated in the 20th Land and Poverty Conference which is organised by the World Bank in Washington DC. This comes as part of its tireless efforts to strengthen relations with international partners and promote Dubai’s strong position and achievements in the field of land registration and regulation. As partner in this […]

Calling all ladies! Mark your diaries, Laguna Waterpark is set to launch an after-hours night, exclusively for women. Ladies’ Night at Laguna Waterpark will be hosted on Thursday the 18th and 25th of April and will feature a host of uber fun experiences and offerings. Grab the girl gang and get down to Laguna Waterpark from 7PM to midnight to […]

UAE-based, Engineering Contracting Company Group (ECC), in partnership with McLaren Construction, a UK-based company with operations in the UAE, have announced the successful delivery of their latest project – the Happiness Street Car Park at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). The car park which was completed in October 2018 and has been successfully operational since, […]

The Dubai Mall, the world’s most visited retail and lifestyle destination and the flagship of Emaar Malls, has won two top laurels at the Dubai Business Excellence Awards. The Dubai Mall won the ‘Best Service Performance Mall 2018’ award in the shopping centres sector and was also adjudged as a top-scorer in the Emirates Business […]

The fifth edition of World Art Dubai has concluded on a high as it marked three award ceremonies during the closing days of the show. Heralded as the most successful edition in its five years, the fair placed the spotlight on a range of international and emerging artists and galleries, awarding winners across numerous competitions […]

Union Properties, the leading property developer in the UAE and master developer of MotorCity, has announced that it will be hosting an exciting series of community events set to take place at its popular MotorCity and UPTOWN Mirdiff communities . Expected to attract approximately 50,000 participants, this year’s line-up includes around 25 free-to-attend events themed around the […]

STARZPLAY, the subscription video on demand (SVOD) service, which reached the milestone of one million subscribers earlier this year, was highlighted by Dubai SME, one of the agencies of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai mandated to support and develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, and strengthen Dubai’s position as a […]

Spring break is in full swing at Meraas’ La Mer, Boxpark and Kite Beach with fun activations for both adults and kids. Visitors will get the chance to watch ‘The Smurfs’ live on stage at La Mer, the world-class beachfront destination by Meraas. The show will feature an adorable tale, exciting music and dancing, lots of laughs and of course, everyone’s favourite little blue guys. What’s more, your little ones can also get to […]

As part of the cooperation agreement between Dubai Sports Council and the French Football Federation (FFF), a team of experts from the FFF were in Dubai to evaluate football academies at Dubai clubs. The FFF team evaluated the academies’ training modules, technical programs and medical units, starting with Al Nasr club on April 1 and […]