Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts, heritage, and literature, has announced the list of partners and finalists for the Islamic Creative Economy (ICE) Competition, which was launched in partnership with Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC). The winners will be announced during the Global Islamic Economy Summit […]

Following the sell-out customer response to Collective, the first co-living community in Dubai Hills Estate, the serene, lush lifestyle destination located only 15 minutes from Downtown Dubai and City Walk, Emaar has unveiled its second phase – Collective 2.0. Enabling customers to stop renting and start owning, the Collective 2.0 homes start at AED 664,888 […]

The UAE is keen on promoting happiness and so is the Art of Living, which celebrated the milestone of touching 10,000 lives in the country through its flagship initiative, Happiness Program. In line with the vision of country’s Happiness Agenda, the program is fuelling nation’s transformation to happiness by providing sustainable scientific and holistic solutions […]

The Women Committee at Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) took part in the Pink October 2018 initiative aiming at raising the public awareness about breast cancer through different activities. The Committee organised a Pink Caravan of 11 abras from Jaddaf Marine Station to the Dubai Water Canal Station. The initiative is a gesture of […]

Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail, and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia today announced an investment in Wadi which operates Wadi Grocery, the fastest growing online grocery delivery platform in Saudi Arabia. The investment in Wadi is part of a US$ 30 million funding round that will help […]

The Sustainable City, the Middle East’s first full-fledged sustainable development, has achieved a milestone 99% occupancy in addition to significant improvements in energy and water use efficiency. These impressive results were highlighted at WETEX 2018 held at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. This is the third consecutive year of The Sustainable City’s participation […]

Emirates, one of the world’s most awarded airlines for its industry-leading services, invites global travellers to “Fly Better” with the launch of its bold new brand promise. “On this day in 1985, Emirates flew its first customers from Dubai to Karachi. While the airline has grown exponentially since, our promise to customers remains unchanged – […]

Dubai International Art Centre proudly hosts its 63rd Members Exhibition, at Gallery 76 at Dubai International Art Centre from 3rd to 13th November 2018, this show celebrates the creativity & talent of its members and is open to the public. This exhibition will showcase creations from its students who represent a diverse demographic of amateur […]

China Mobile International Limited (CMI) yesterday announces the launch of its Middle East office in Dubai, further deepening its investment and collaboration with the Middle East. CMI will work to deepen relationship with local operators and foster growth in size and diversity of products and services. In line with China Mobile’s Big Connectivity strategy, CMI […]

Dubai Industrial Park (DI), one of the largest industrial hubs in the UAE and a member of TECOM Group, explored future trade opportunities at the fourth edition of the annual UAE-India Economic Forum (UIEF) that aims to strengthen the long-standing strategic ties between the two countries. Held at the Habtoor Grand Resort in Dubai, the […]

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has pledged its renewed commitment to supporting tourism into Vietnam and bilateral trade, with a special focus on Ho Chi Minh City, by signing global marketing agreements to promote tourism to the city from the United Arab Emirates and encouraging trade and investment. H.E. Mr. Nguyen Thanh Phong, the […]

Ahmad Bin Shafar, CEO of Empower, attended the opening ceremony of the fifth World Green Economy Summit (WGES), in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Maktoum Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Deputy Ruler of Dubai. The Summit is being held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice […]

Users of nol cards issued by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) can now use their cards to pay for purchases at all retail outlets of Carrefour affiliated to Majid Al Futtaim Group across Dubai. The procedure has been enabled through a Mercury payment scheme, a leading firm in this field. “This service is now […]

BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the premier Bollywood-themed park that is part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region in association with Zee Network, is hosting the biggest Diwali celebration in Dubai on the  9th and 10th of November. Starting from just AED 99, guests can enjoy live performances, thrilling […]

The Dubai Mall is 10 years young and the world’s most-visited retail and lifestyle destination is marking the milestone with a month-long extravaganza from November 4-28. From luxury fashion showcases to spectacular entertainment, plus a host of incredible prizes to win including three apartments from Emaar Properties, The Dubai Mall 10 Year Celebrations are billed […]

Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai is partnering with Fitness First to host a range of activities including body mass index measurements, group exercises, workout competitions, morning walks and more, in support of the Dubai Fitness Challenge that is running from 26 October to 24 November. In line with the mission of the Challenge to encourage […]

The region’s most innovative cinema chain, Novo Cinemas, will be providing a fantastic offer on MX4D tickets until the 31st of October. Priced at just AED 63, film lovers can thoroughly enjoy the 4D cinema at Novo Cinemas Dubai Festival City location. All films showing in the cinema are included in this one-time deal, as […]

Best sellers, bedtime stories and festive gifts for family and friends aren’t the only things on the minds of the tens of thousands of shoppers who have descended on Dubai Studio City’s Sound Stage during the first week of the 11-day Big Bad Wolf Book Sale. UAE residents, tourists and bookworms from across the Gulf […]

Golds Gym is fully supporting the 2018 Dubai Fitness Challenge 30X30 which will run for a second year, from October 26th to November 24th. The company which has 24 fitness clubs throughout the Emirates and Oman, will conduct a range of free fitness classes in the, Opening Carnival at Dubai Festival City, Fitness Villages in […]

HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Minister of Finance and President of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), today inaugurated the 20th Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX 2018) and the 3rd Dubai Solar Show. His Highness was accompanied by HE Matar Humaid Al Tayer, Chairman of DEWA. DEWA […]

The Arab Reading Challenge 2018 drew the participation of more than 10.5 million students contending for the championship title. In addition to naming the most prolific reader ‘Champion of the Arab Reading Challenge’, the third edition of the competition will include an award for outstanding school and outstanding supervisor, with cash prizes totaling AED11 million […]

Sole DXB, in partnership with Cadillac, Dubai Design District (d3), Dubai Tourism and Sprite is proud to announce its stellar music lineup for 2018. The region’s biggest cultural festival returns for three-nights, two-days on December 6, 7 and 8, 2018 at d3. Tickets now on sale at www.soledxb.com/tickets. This year, Sole DXB welcomes Hip Hop […]

During the visit, His Excellency Saif Humaid Al Falasi, Group CEO ENOC, provided His Highness with updates on some of the Group’s milestone projects; including its jet fuel pipeline connecting to Al Maktoum International Airport and updates on ENOC’s retail network expansion plans.

Emaar Entertainment’s KidZania® Dubai has partnered with Mum Mum, the pioneering, locally-owned company providing healthy and nutritious meals to schools across the UAE, for the ‘Culinary School’ establishment in the children’s city. The KidZania® Culinary School instructs students on the art and science of food preparation that include the mastery and appreciation of the culinary […]

Dubai SME, the agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with The Sustainable City to enable SMEs develop, commercialise and internationalise their innovations in sustainable technologies. The MoU, signed along the sidelines of the ongoing […]

As part of its efforts to encourage the adoption of best practices within Dubai’s business community, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted a seminar on improving employee welfare which featured case studies and experiences from leading public and private sector entities in the emirate. The seminar was organised by the Dubai Chamber […]

Sergio Garcia moved up to 25th in the European Tour’s Race to Dubai after becoming the first man since Colin Montgomerie to win the same tournament three times on the bounce in Europe with victory at the Andalucia Valderrama Masters hosted by the Sergio Garcia Foundation. The 2017 Masters Tournament champion had to wait an […]

As Dubai embraces the outdoor season, DRIFT Beach Dubai is dedicating a weekend to Minuty to celebrate the exclusive launch of their artist edition bottle to the region. Taking place on 26 and 27 October, DRIFT Beach Dubai will celebrate the true essence of the French Riviera – a region synonymous with the luxurious rosé […]

Al Seef, the creek waterfront destination by Meraas, is set to unveil its new seasonal programme, Al Seef Creek Festival, that will enable residents and visitors to experience a true carnival atmosphere along the much-loved Dubai Creek. The quaint hub alongside the picturesque Dubai Creek will wear a carnival vibe with its colourful festive décor, […]

Etisalat today announced the launch of ‘SMB Awards’ 2018 to recognize and facilitate the outstanding achievements of Small and Medium businesses and start-ups in the UAE. The Awards will recognize individual and group performance across seven categories, namely SMB of the Year, Digital Transformation Award, Start up of the Year, Innovation Award, Positive Social Impact […]

Boxpark, the hip urban destination by Meraas, continues to draw art and music enthusiasts to its street art celebration taking place every Friday and Saturday from 6pm – 10pm. Amateur artists of all ages are invited to give their creativity and imagination free reign through dabbling in mosaic art, canvas painting and art installations. Live […]

The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has announced that Tax Refund for Tourists Scheme goes into effect on November 18, allowing eligible tourists to request refunds of the Value Added Tax (VAT) incurred on their purchases. The first phase will see the digital system of the Tax Refund for Tourists Scheme implemented at Abu Dhabi, Dubai […]

HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has launched the Mobile Charging Station for Electric Vehicles. The launch supports the UAE Green Development Strategy. It is part of a long-term national initiative for building a Green Economy in the UAE under the theme […]

Golden Mile Galleria is hosting a trick-or-treat themed Hallowe’en parade for kids on Friday, 2 November at 5pm. Children can dress-up in Hallowe’en-themed costumes, make-up and hairstyles to join the procession, and enjoy an exciting line-up of activities, games and treats. The parade starts at Golden Mile Galleria Building 9 (Organic Foods and Café) and ends […]

Dubai Festival City, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate’s fully integrated mega project, will host the Opening Carnival weekend of the Dubai Fitness Challenge 2018. The opening weekend to the month-long Challenge kicks off on October 26 and 27 with action-packed events and activities taking place across the destination providing residents and visitors with an engaging and […]

Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), highlighting its strengths as the destination of choice for the food and beverage and agri-food industries at SIAL 2018 in Paris this week. DP World and Jafza are exhibiting at the 5-day premier global F&B event, which started in 21 October, as part of the Dubai Exports pavilion. The UAE […]

Department Land Department (DLD) participated in ‘A Week without Service Centres’ initiative which will be held from 21-25 October, under the theme ‘A week Without Waiting… Without Parking Traffic…Without Papers,’ to enhance its contribution to this vital initiative launched by Dubai Department of Finance for the second consecutive year, with participation from all official entities […]

Ahead of the 2018 UAE Maritime Week, the organisers of the annual Dubai Pre-Owned Boat Show have announced the return of its ninth instalment, taking place from the 8th – 10th November 2018 at the Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club. The Middle East is a key marketplace for super yachts, with 205 high-end vessels […]

Following the runaway success of its opening weekend, the first-ever Big Bad Wolf Book Sale Dubai is gearing up for a final week of non-stop book sale — and bookworms are loving it. Open 24 hours a day until 11.59pm on Sunday 28 October, the sale, which features three million brand-new English-language books available at […]

City Walk, the design-inspired open-air lifestyle destination by Meraas, launched the outdoor season with a Venetian-themed Street Fest. City Walk has transformed into a vibrant carnival venue, hosting a spectacular line-up of performances, activities and workshops for the entire family. The Venetian extravaganza will continue to delight visitors every Thursday to Saturday until 3 November […]

Club Vista Mare on Palm Jumeriah is turning into an adrenaline-charged arena for the fifth edition of Core Beats, the free-to-attend beach yoga and fitness concert, on Saturday, 27 October. The immensely popular event is being held to mark the Dubai Fitness Challenge 2018, which encourages UAE residents get active for 30 minutes every day. […]

Be prepared for a musical journey at Zero Gravity on Thursday 25th October with a Red Bull Music Thre3style Showcase.  Red Bull Thre3Style has been on an intense trip since the concept was born back in 2007. From a small, one-off DJ contest in a Vancouver club to a globe-hopping party-starting battle, it is now […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts, heritage, and literature, announced the signing of a memorandum of understating (MoU) with Global Village for the hosting of the ninth edition of the ‘Live Our Heritage’ ‘festival. The agreement was signed by His Excellency Saeed Al Nabouda, Acting Director General […]

Luxury-cruise lovers can pamper themselves with new revolutionary ship from Celebrity Cruises is set to sail in the beginning of December 2018. Celebrity Edge will change the concept of luxury cruising with several new and never before seen characteristics. The main objective behind the unique design of this vessel is the desire to make the […]

A delegation led by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently participated in the 2nd UAE-France Economic Forum in Paris which highlighted the strengthening economic ties between the UAE and France and explored prospects for expanding bilateral cooperation in the areas of smart cities, renewable energy and investment. The high-level forum was organised by […]

wasl properties, a subsidiary of wasl Asset Management Group, has announced the completion of wasl Crystal apartments. Located in Al Quoz, the development comprises studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. wasl Crystal will provide prospective tenants 306 residential units comprising 9 studios ranging from 412 to 579 sq. ft, 63 one-bedroom units ranging from 741 […]

Riverland™ Dubai, the free-to-enter themed recreational hub at Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, is throwing the biggest Halloween party for families from 30th October to 3rd November. Riverland™ Dubai will give out 50,000 free candies to trick-or-treaters and the best Halloween costumes will also win exciting prizes. […]

Hosts UAE will take on familiar rivals Egypt in their opening match of the eighth Huawei Beach Soccer Intercontinental cup, taking the pitch at Kite Beach after the battle between three-time winners Brazil and debutant Spain on Tuesday, November 6. Drawn in the same group as reigning world champions Brazil, UAE will be looking to […]

With its high gross domestic product (GDP) per capita and ambitious investments in building a world-class infrastructure, investing in premium residential real estate in Dubai guarantees strong returns for international investors, according to market experts. A comparative study on the cost of residential real estate versus the GDP per capita in key city hubs globally […]

The leading financial technology experts and solution providers for Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) sectors will come together at the 3rd annual Fintech Summit 2018 being held in Dubai on 30th October 2018 on board the Queen Elizabeth 2 at Port Rashid. Organised by Naseba, the Fintech Summit is the only enterprise-grade financial technology […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry announced its participation today in the “A Week Without Service Centers” initiative which will see the Chamber only accept payments through smart channels between October 21 and October 25, 2018. The week-long initiative, led by the Dubai Government’s Department of Finance (DOF) under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed […]

Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) – the hugely successful, flagship fitness initiative of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, prepares to open its second edition backed by some of the biggest names across government and private sector in the UAE. Reflecting the […]

du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has announced it will partner with the Community Development Authority (CDA) to assist in the creation of Multi-tile dashboards to provide slick, quick and accurate insights for the CDA’s business activities. The CDA’s team needed to develop a Multi-tile dashboard to facilitate quick decision-making. One of the main […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), are set to embark on a joint project to fit all taxis in Dubai (about 10,800 cabs) with free Wi-Fi service. The step aims to bring happiness to riders and make clients mobility on board Dubai taxis an enjoyable experience. The […]

Novo Cinemas have re-introduced their famed girls’ nights out package with the ultimate 7-Star gathering every Monday, but this time with a no boy-zone policy. Taking place in the premium 7-Star screen at Dubai Festival City, ladies will receive AED 52.50 back on their AED 158 cinema ticket to spend on food and beverage from the à […]

UAE’s iconic Burj Khalifa will be illuminated in pink every weekend (Friday and Saturday) throughout October to honour the Breast Cancer Awareness month. Every weekend, Burj Khalifa will feature the official colour and symbol of breast cancer awareness – The Pink Ribbon – as a mark of support to the noble cause. A short 60 […]

The Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, is strengthening awareness about the outstanding services offered by the Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector to businessmen through its showcase at flydubai’s VIP lounge. The services of BRL include “Dubai Business Club” – rated 6 stars according to the classification criteria of the Global Star Rating Programme, […]

It’s official: the world’s biggest book sale has finally arrived in Dubai! A staggering three million brand-new English and Arabic language books of all genres are now up for grabs at an astonishing 50% – 80% discount at the first-ever Big Bad Wolf Book Sale Dubai, which starts on 18 October 2018. Held in partnership […]

The Style Station, a unique interactive entertainment platform, is set to mark the third consecutive weekend at The Outlet Village, Dubai’s indoor shopping and leisure destination by Meraas. The activation comprises a packed agenda to engage people of all age groups. Young shoppers will be able to enjoy fitness sessions at a dedicated indoor zone […]

Dubai Internet City (DIC), the leading technology community in the region, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Russian Export Center (REC) to launch the first Russian Center for Digital Innovations and Information and Communication Technologies outside of Russia in Dubai. This centre, which will encompass of a space of over 20,000 sq. […]