Till Lindemann, a lead singer of RAMMSTEIN will perform on 4 January 2022 at the Coca-Cola Arena. 4 January is a special date – Till’s birthday, which he is going to celebrate with all fans in Dubai as part of a very limited European tour presenting his new solo project LINDEMANN.   Till is known in […]

A two-day event marking the International Day of Persons with Disabilities took place at the Sweden Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai concluding with a star-studded gala dinner and award ceremony at the Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach. Distinguished guests attended the event including H.E. Xavier Chatel, Ambassador of France to the UAE, Mr. Patrick Chalhouband Mrs.IngieChalhoub, […]

As the most magical time of the year approaches, spread the holiday cheer with coveted seasonal gifts from Marks & Spencer, operated by the Al-Futtaim Group. Get set for the festive season with the perfect stocking fillers and bring joy to all the family. Whether it’s gifting a sweet-toothed spouse or a fashionista friend, there […]

Careem is expanding the Groceries offering on its Super App by launching Quik, a new ultra-fast grocery delivery service that offers customers supermarket competitive prices across a range of everyday grocery items 24/7 in as little as 15 minutes. Quik uses a dense network of hyperlocal dark stores and advanced fulfillment and inventory management tech […]

Dubai’sDepartment of Economy and Tourism(DET) revealed that the emirate welcomed 4.88 million visitors between January – October 2021 with international visitation during October alone reaching over one million. Reflecting the rising growth momentum and stability of the industry, strong international visitation was complemented by a robust domestic tourism market, further boosting the hospitality sector resulting […]

UAE’s top designer for Hollywood celebrities Furne One of AMATO Couture has dressed the 15-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer and songwriter Alicia Keys during her album launch ‘Keys’ held at the Dubai Expo 2020. “We can live on the air,” she crooned from beneath the vast shimmering dome at Dubai’s Expo, a fortified stage ringed by […]

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced the start of civil site works for the infrastructure of the operation of the Electric Scooter in preparation for the launch of Phase I of the project, which would cover 10 Dubai districts and start operation in the first quarter of 2022. The step responds to the Executive […]

Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, and Commissioner-General of Expo 2020 Dubai, and Dr. Nayef Falah Mubarak Al Hajraf, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), attended the launch of the GCC Youth Forum hosted by the Youth Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Held under the theme “United Youth, Shared […]

Representing the UAE’s commitment to leading a new global movement that hopes to reshape the practice of storytelling, specifically within humanitarian and development contexts, more than 25leading voices convened under one roof at the Dignified Storytelling Forum to champion the importance of telling stories with deep respect, full transparency and social responsibility.The Forum opened in […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment,was recognised at the 11th cycle of the prestigious Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum (MRM) Business Award for its operational and business excellence. Organised by Dubai Chamber, the annual award is designed to cultivate world-class business culture and a strong […]

The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching, and Mall of the Emirates is launching a unique festive installation that looks firmly to the future. Running from 8-25 December, Mall of the Emirates will curate a world of joy and adventure for families, shoppers, and mall visitors to immerse themselves in. The centrepiece […]

Japan will celebrate its National Day on 11th December 2021, as part of Expo 2020 Dubai’s continued efforts to promote its participants’ cultural diversity. An extensive calendar of entertainment will showcase Japan’s multi-faceted traditions as they continue their efforts to drive their global cultural agenda.  Hosted by Expo 2020, the official ceremony will be attended […]

Dubai is an ideal partner to help Indonesia expand its trade into lucrative new markets, according to industry experts speaking at the first-ever Global Business Forum (GBF) ASEAN, which is being hosted on the side-lines of Expo 2020 Dubai. Organised by Dubai Chamber under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, […]

With the end of school term and the start of the holiday season, Emirates is expecting over 1.1 million passengers to pass through Terminal 3 at Dubai International during this busy travel period which will run through until 21 December. This weekend will see a peak surge of close to 250,000 travellers departing from Terminal […]

H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Finance, today attended the first-ever Global Business Forum (GBF) ASEAN at Expo 2020 Dubai. GBF ASEAN seeks to enhance economic ties and bilateral trading relations between Dubai and the 10 member states that make up the ASEAN […]

The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has registered a patent for an electrical mask to kill viruses, as we have seen with the recent COVID-19 epidemic, viral outbreaks or pandemics can result in numerous global, social and economic problems. In particular, this outbreak has highlighted the need for protective apparel such as facemasks and other […]

An event hosted at Expo 2020 Dubai today has seen the launch of a new innovation impact report by UBI Global, in partnership with District 2020. As an Innovation Ecosystem partner, UBI Global is collaborating with District 2020 on initiatives focused on fostering and sharing business incubation best practices and networking, to support entrepreneurship growth, […]

Between decorating, shopping and hosting, there is endless stuff to do during the festive season! Although it’s all worth it, the biggest task is finding meaningful and unique gifts for different tastes at affordable prices. Luckily, Global Village makes shopping fun and easy because it is filled with thoughtful gifts for everyone, all at one […]

As part of its growth strategy, homegrown digital travel marketplace kitmytrip has announced its partnership with popular food delivery and restaurant discovery company Zomato. As part of the collaboration, kitmytrip has launched Dubai Touristor, enabling experience seekers to easily plan and book their holidays, staycations and experiences with massive savings. Targeted at today’s busy traveller, […]

Inside Burj Al Arab –the brand-new hotel tour from Jumeirah Group – has launched an exclusive family package just in time for the festive season, inviting visitors and residents both young and old to experience the wonders of Dubai’s icon first-hand through an intriguing journey of discovery. Currently available for purchase on insideburjalarab.com, the new […]

The countdown is on.Led by Dubai Cares, in partnership with Expo 2020 Dubai and in close coordination with the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC), the groundbreaking RewirEd Summit will start in four days. Taking place over three days between 12-14thDecember during Expo 2020 Dubai’s Knowledge and Learning Week, RewirEd Summit will […]

Dronisos, the European leader in drone light shows, is fresh off their latest performance in Dubai. This time it was to help Floward, the same-day flower delivery app, with a spectacular drone show over Dubai to celebrate the UAE’s golden jubilee in the most Floward way possible, with flowers. Hundreds of Dronisos drones descended over […]

The Zone, an exciting and fresh family entertainment concept, opens its doors at The Circle Mall in the popular JVC area.  Spread across 17000 sq. ft, The Zone is an action-packed family entertainment arena with attractions such as ToddlerZ –  a dedicated play area exclusively for the 2-4 year old; PlayZ – a fun and […]

Dubai Studio City, a leading regional platform for companies across broadcasting, media production, film, television, music and entertainment sectors, is partnering with the Ministry of Culture and Youth to host a one-day only acting workshop at the upcoming World Conference for Creative Economies (WCCE)today (8thDecember 2021). Part of CineMENA, an initiative by Dubai Studio City […]

Dubai’s ultra-luxe cocktail lounge, Galaxy Bar, has been ranked number 45 by World’s 50 Best Bars. Only the second venue in the Middle East to make it to the top 50, the opulent lounge has strived to be the best since reopening in 2020, to earn their world-famous status. Galaxy Bar is known for its […]

Emirates airline today welcomed the Costa Rican Head of State, His Excellency President Carlos Alvarado Quesada, First Lady of the Republic, Her Excellency Claudia Dobles Camargo and their delegation at  Expo 2020 Dubai. HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Emirates Group Chairman and Chief Executive, together with the airline’s executives: Adnan Kazim, Chief Commercial Officer, Sheikh […]

Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, announced the listing of TECOM on the Dubai Financial Market […]

In an effort to promote the historic relationship between man and gold, the Porto & North of Portugal Tourism Board is proud to announce its upcoming cultural heritage event whereby two experienced artisans will exhibit their craftsmanship from the 7th to the 12th of December 2021 at the EXPO 2020 Portugal Pavilion.  With a mission […]

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum,  Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, today opened the Middle East’s first Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Week. The event, which runs until 9 December, is being held at the Dubai World Trade Centre […]

British driver Oli Webb dominated the first Historic Dubai Grand Prix on Friday, 3rd December 2021, powering to a double victory in James Hunt’s iconic Hesketh 308.It was a ‘Back to the Future’ weekend at Dubai Autodrome as a crowd estimated at 5,000 spectators descended on the venue in Motorcity for an injection of Formula […]

Limestone Lab, the new experience-driven hospitality group, unveils Social Distrikt’s diverse F&B outlets, set to be powered exclusively by the world’s leading managed cloud kitchen platform, Kitopi. Kitopi is set to plug in 10 leading F&B outlets into the hospitality group’s first F&B concept including Pinsanity, Ichiban Sushi, Zaroob, Circle Cafe, and Rock House Sliders. […]

Etisalat Beach Canteen 2021 is in full swing and visitors of all ages are having the time of their lives. The delectable cuisine on offer at the myriad popup restaurants, food trucks, stalls, and kiosks is leaving the guests craving for more while the various musical performances and activity workshops are setting new standards when […]

The Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the INSEAD National Alumni Association in the UAE to enhance mutual cooperation in the interests of members of both organizations and to strengthen the evolving role of both sides in increasing the competitiveness of the business community in the UAE. The […]

Dubai’s legendary beach bar, Barasti, is set to host an unforgettable New Year’s Eve Party and is inviting everyone to celebrate all the way into 2022. A place known to take fun very seriously, it’s easy to see why every Dubai resident and tourist knows this party hotspot. The laidback beach bar is the infamous venue that […]

The Emirates Group is looking to provide IT professionals opportunities to join the world of aviation and travel. The Emirates Group is experiencing strong air travel demand across all areas of the business, and a range of opportunities will be available for skilled IT professionals to be part of one of the world leading airlines […]

The first-ever Global Business Forum (GBF) ASEAN – a dedicated conference that focuses on trade and commerce between Dubai and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) – begins tomorrow (Wednesday, December 8), with attendees from around the world gathering in Dubai to discuss new avenues of economic cooperation between the UAE and ASEAN countries. […]

Classical music, world culture, celebrity guests and a grand European ball – Dubai has never seen anything like the Dresden Opera Ball before. This landmark cultural event arrives in Dubai on 14th March 2022, with the aim to unite world cultures through music and dance. Dubai Opera will host the glamorous event, which is based […]

H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, has visited the Vatican Pavilion (Holy See) during his tour in Expo 2020 Dubai. In the Pavilion that is located in the Mobility District, Sheikh Saif was able to see the rare manuscripts, historical documents and other displays […]

The United Nations Hub at Expo 2020 Dubai today inaugurated the UN-UAE Partnership exhibit in celebration of the UAE’s 50th National Day. The event was attended by senior officials of the UN office in the UAE and Yacoub Al Hosani, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation for International Organisations Affairs. Dena Assaf, United […]

In compliance with the UAE government decision, the Dubai government announced a four and a half-day working week for public sector employees. The weekend has been changed to Saturday and Sunday, with Friday being a half-day. The changes will be effective as of 1st January 2022 across all government entities, and Sunday, 2nd January 2022, […]

In a new step aligned with its role as a planner, enabler and regulator of the cultural and creative sector in the emirate, Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) launched ‘The Dubai Framework for Cultural Statistics’ that sets a comprehensive, local statistical framework and classification of the domains and activities of the creative economy […]

Dubai welcomes a trendy, creative printing boutique, Studio Paper, a neighbourhood gem offering art-fanatics, designers, business owners, freelancers, and out-of-the-box thinkers a creative coworking space to brew new ideas, print them, and enjoy café-like vibes! Located next to Al Safa Park and nestled in a quiet, hidden complex, Studio Paper is a first-of-its-kind concept born […]

TiE’s largest ever Global Summit (TGS2021) will open its doors to more than 3,000 entrepreneurs, investors, VC’s, start-ups, world leaders, and TiE Charter Members from all across the world for the first time in the UAE on 15-16December 2021 during Expo 2020. In partnership with Noon (Title Partner) and Etisalat (Strategic Partner) and supported by […]

The world of live entertainment was decimated by the Covid crisis, but quick decision making, modern technology and nimble thinking enabled Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena to put on a wide variety of crowd-pleasing events during a stellar 2021, says its General Manager, Mark Jan Kar. During the last six months, Coca-Cola Arena has diversified its strategy […]

The festive season marks special family time in Dubai and Festive Bricktacular at LEGOLAND®Dubai is set to be one of the preferred family friendly destinations in the UAE this year. From 15 December to 8 January, children will enjoy a wide range of fun-filled activities, from building LEGO® ornaments, playing LEGO bingo, and decorating cupcakes […]

Emirates has been named World Class Airline at The APEX Official Airline Ratings™ awards, becoming one of the first airlines to be recognised in this new award category that stands at the pinnacle of all APEX Passenger Choice awards. In addition, Emirates was renewed as Five Star Airline by APEX, and clinched its fourth APEX […]

On November 29, the Hebei Day along with a series of economic and trade activities of the China Pavilion of the Expo 2020 Dubai were successfully launched. Hebei Day makes”Exploring the Middle East market. Promoting production capacity cooperation. Absorbing the funds from Middle East. Promoting Hebei and striving for maximum achievements.” as our theme aim. […]

An evening at The Theatre Dubai 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. This award-winning venue is gearing up to welcome a symphonic show of epic proportions, as the world’s largest live band, Paris Select will set the […]

As the chequered flag waves in Jeddah, putting Hamilton on level pegging with Verstappen in their all-out battle, the attention of the world’s motorsport fans and media turns to Yas Marina Circuit for what promises to be a nail-biting climax to the 2021 Formula 1 season in Abu Dhabi. For the first time in 13 […]

Canadian performers Aviva Chernick, La Serena Trio, and Maryem Tollar delighted Expo 2020 Dubai crowds with a melodious blend of songs during a performance at the Israel Pavilion on Sunday, 5th December. In a beautiful exchange of cultural diplomacy, the event marked the 8th night of Chanukah (the Jewish festival of miracles), and honoured the […]

Russian artists have created modern art, street art and graffiti objects on one of the main pedestrian streets of Dubai. The artworks share a common theme, “Dubai and Moscow: Dynamics of change, a futuristic outlook”. The young participating artists created seven objects in total, ranging from triangle to diamond, using various geometrical designs as stencils, […]

DMCC – the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise – has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Polish Investment and Trade Agency (PAIH), an agency that aims to support both the foreign expansion of Polish business and the inflow of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into […]

The South American country, Paraguay, will host a Trade and Investment Conference on December 8 this year at Abu Dhabi Hall, Business Center Build at Expo 2020, as part of the country’s strategic focus on attracting inward investments and open market for trade operations. The conference will seek to promote Paraguay as a land of […]

Al-Futtaim Toyota is showcasing its groundbreaking environmentally friendly technology at one of the world’s biggest events, with the new-generation Toyota Mirai making its UAE debut as the official car of the Japan Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Powered by hydrogen, the cutting-edge Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) offers a 100% electric driving experience with best-in-class […]

Places where kids eat for free ADRIFT Burger Bar  Brainchild of Michelin-starred chef David Myers, the epic burger recipe has travelled round the globe picking up momentum and landed in Dubai with a never been seen collection of burgers. You can’t go wrong with burgers, shakes and delicious sides for grown-ups and little ones. Opening […]

Swing Latino, the Columbian salsa dance sensation group that has performed with superstars Jennifer Lopez and Shakira during the 2020 Super Bowl show, are bringing their highly energetic and vibrant performances to the Middle East at Global Village for the first time. Shaun Cornell, Director Entertainment, Global Village said, “We are immensely proud to welcome […]

Nicola Piovani “La musica è pericolosa – concerted” 8-10 December 8:30pm Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre “La musica è pericolosa – concerted” is a freewheeling journey through music, a narrative in which music and words intertwine to describe the paths that have led Nicola Piovani – an internationally renowned Italian artist and Oscar-winner for the soundtrack of […]

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Crown Prince and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, emphasised the importance of volunteering, which he said, brings the community together to lend a helping hand to people in need, and fosters the development of a stronger and more cohesive society. The Crown Prince […]

ENOC Group, the Official Integrated Energy Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai, today announced its partnership with Nakheel to open 14 compact stations across Dubai. The first compact station out of the 14 stations opened at Dragon Mart 2 earlier this month. The compact stations will offer customers accessible and convenient refuelling services. Dragon Mart’s compact […]

Thailand today celebrated its National Day at Expo 2020 with a flag-raising ceremony at Al Wasl plaza combined with a series of performances exhibiting the breadth and heritage of Thai culture, as well as a ‘Smile Parade’ aimed at spreading Thai exuberance and joy around Expo 2020 Dubai. A choreographed ‘Miracle of Smile’ event at […]