Sharjah Airport has welcomed more than 2.8 million passengers from over 30 countries on 17,700 flight movements, during the months of July and August this year, according to Sharjah Airport Authority. This reflects the trust and confidence that the passengers have placed in the Airport’s
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Address Beach Resort, the epitome of luxury and relaxation in the heart of Dubai, announces its exclusive flash sale, offering travellers an opportunity to experience vacation bliss. With extraordinary discounts of up to 35% off on room rates, free breakfast, and a remarkable 30% off spa and dining experiences, this is the gateway to creating […]
Newly-crowned four-time champion Rashed Al Qemzi and team-mate Mansoor Al Mansoori want to give Team Abu Dhabi a grand finale to the 2023 UIM F2 World Championship in Portugal at the weekend. After clinching his latest title triumph with a second-place finish at Peso da Régua, Al Qemzi has set his sights on a […]
The UAE Ministry of Finance is hosting the 13th annual meeting of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Middle East and North Africa Senior Budget Officials (MENA SBO). Kicking off today in Dubai, the two-day meeting convenes decision makers from across the region to exchange knowledge and expertise and discuss budget-related issues. This […]
‘Nureyev Legend & Legacy’ premieres on November 9 Art and culture lovers in the UAE are in for a world-class treat when Mosaic International Dance Fest features live performances of ‘Natalia Osipova Bloom Dance’ and ‘Nureyev Legend & Legacy’ on November 8 and 9, 2023, respectively, at the Dubai Opera. Hosted by Dubai-based Mosaica del […]
In a resounding commitment to combating climate change and safeguarding critical coastal ecosystems, the UAE has endorsed the Mangrove Breakthrough and announced a high-level Mangroves Ministerial at COP28 that will convene mangrove-hosting governments and partners including civil society, philanthropy, financial institutions, as well as the scientific community to
Dubai Women’s Run, the largest female sports event, will take place on the 5th of November at Dubai Festival City. Organised by Plan b Group, in association with UAE Athletic Federation and Dubai Sports Council, the run is set to bring together the spirit to champion female health and wellbeing. For this 10th edition, the event will be flagged off
Under the banner of Dubai 3D Printing Strategy 2030 and Dubai Municipality, 3D construction printing company AC3D today launched its operations in the UAE. The announcement was made during the premier of the Middle East Reverse Engineering & Additive Manufacturing Conference & Showcase – ReAM 2023, which is being held at Festival Arena in Dubai […]
Golfing fans are set to enjoy more comprehensive coverage of the sport, thanks to a collaboration between the DP World Tour and Dubai Eye 103.8, the UAE’s number 1 talk radio station. The partnership will run until February 2024, and see them invest in the development of LIVE radio content, a brand-new podcast series and […]
K9 Jets begins pet-friendly private jet flights on UAE-UK sector Yes, pet dogs fly in private business jets, and sometimes, for free, too! K9 Jets has operated the first-ever Dubai to London luxury private charter flight for pet dogs and their owners. The inaugural luxury private jet flight by the Birmingham, UK-based private jet charter […]
All you need to know about Saudi gamers and what they are up to When it comes to gaming, 13% of Saudi residents say they spend most of their time playing video games on a gaming console, PC, smartphone or any other handheld device. This is a telling statistic from the latest YouGov survey titled […]
World-renowned contemporary Italian artist Lorenzo Quinn, son of Hollywood legend Anthony Quinn, has provided a major boost for this week’s Art be a Part fundraiser in Dubai. The leading figurative sculptor has donated a stunning creation for the Art be a Part auction on Friday night, which will raise funds for Dubai Cares, part of […]
Huawei Cloud showcased its expertise at the esteemed Security Conclave & Award UAE 2023, held in collaboration with the UAE Cybersecurity Council. Huawei Cloud’s participation underscores its unwavering commitment to cybersecurity and dedication to building trust, transparency, and security-by-design within the Middle East region and beyond. The Security Conclave
Three alumni of the third cohort of the National Experts Program (NEP 3.0) explored the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in key industry sectors for the UAE during a panel discussion hosted by Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI). Dr. Abdulla Al Shimmari, Dr. Ameena Al-Sumaiti and Abdulla Alshehhi discussed the potential of […]
Dubai’s Community Development Authority and Fatafeat Join Hands to Empower People with Determination
The Community Development Authority in Dubai (CDA) continues its mission to support people with determination, aiming to empower them within the community by launching a series of initiatives and events to showcase their skills, talents, and potential across various sectors. As part of their commitment to corporate social responsibility, CDA has once again partnered with
The Ministry of Economy (MoEc), represented by the Intellectual Property (IP) sector, participated in the 11th Intellectual Property Technical Committee meeting held by the Intellectual Property and Competitiveness Department of the League of Arab States in Cairo. It was attended by several government officials from the IP sector of Arab countries. H.E. Dr. Abdulrahman
UAE Equestrian and Racing Federation announces that its four-strong dressage team has passed the vet check and will go on to compete tomorrow, Tuesday 26 September, in the team competition and individual qualification. With the support of H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE and H.H. Sheikha Fatima
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Mubadala Foundation today signed a partnership agreement, where the latter will contribute AED 50 million to the emirate’s cultural industry over the next five years in a first-of-its-kind agreement. The partnership marks a significant step forward in their shared mission to transform […]
Global aerospace sector meets in Dubai (November 13-17, 2023) The UAE Military Committee tasked with organising and managing certain aspects of the Dubai Airshow 2023 has met to plan operations for the airshow from November 13-17, 2023, at Dubai World Central (DWC), Dubai Airshow Site. UAE Major General Staff Dr Mubarak bin Ghafan Al Jabri, […]
‘Jetman’ stirs up excitement among onlookers in Dubai City Dubai’s Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) had Dubai City residents staring in amazement at the sight of a man strapped into a jetpack either soaring through the desert city’s skies, taking a ride in an autonomous test bus, walking through a Dubai Metro station and finally […]





























