Dubai Municipality successfully planted more than 185,000 trees in the Emirate in 2023 as part of its afforestation initiative, with an average of 500 trees daily, increasing the total green area by 234 hectares, up from 170 hectares in 2022. This achievement highlights the Municipality’s
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IHG Hotels at Dubai Festival City unveiled today a lineup of exclusive culinary experiences that promise to tantalize the taste buds and elevate the dining scene in Dubai. From indulgent afternoon teas to immersive masterclasses, the hotel’s versatile array of experiences is crafted to delight the refined tastes of culinary connoisseurs. “We are pleased to […]
Kiara Jewellery, a name synonymous with elegance and craftsmanship, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its second boutique at Meena Bazar, Dubai. The inauguration ceremony was presided over by none other than the radiant Miss Universe and celebrated Bollywood actress, Lara Dutta, adding an extra touch of glamour to the joyous occasion. Kiara […]
The savings period is from 2006 to 2023 The strategic investments made by the Dubai government in road infrastructure and transport networks in the Arab Gulf emirate have resulted in cost savings totalling AED 262 billion from 2006 to 2023, according to Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors […]
Locations are Business Bay Crossing and Al Safa South Dubai emirate’s Roads and Transport Authority is introducing two new automatic toll gates (Salik) at Business Bay Crossing on Al Khail Road and Sheikh Zayed Road in Al Safa South in Dubai City. The two new toll gates – to be operated by Salik Company – […]
Presight is proud to announce that it is the official stage sponsor of the 2024 UAE Tour and UAE Tour Women, as the UAE’s leading big data and analytics powered by AI company continues its support for the Abu Dhabi Sports Council for the second year-running. The UAE Tour, a key pillar of the UCI […]
The Young Entrepreneurs Bootcamp (YEB), organized by BITS Pilani Dubai Campus (BPDC), has concluded, marking a significant milestone for aspiring entrepreneurs. The transformative week-long residential program unfolded over five days, providing students in Grades 9 to 12 with an immersive experience in technology-driven innovation and the intricate nuances of the
This year’s Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open features a strong female Emirati influence with four hugely talented individuals selected to play a pivotal role across various elements of the competition, which takes place at the International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports City on February 3-11. The all-female tennis tournament returns to the UAE for its second edition […]
The laboratory equipment market in the UAE is thriving, according to a recent report by Grand View Research, which suggests the sector will reach US$1.5 billion by 2027. The report estimates that the market will increase at a CAGR of over 7% over the next three years, fuelled by factors such as a rising population, […]
If not, you could face a fine of AED400 The Unemployment Insurance Scheme launched by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) offers three consecutive months of financial assistance to UAE residents and Emiratis employed in the Arab Gulf state’s private and federal government sectors who lose their jobs due to reasons other than disciplinary action or […]
Coffee Planet, a UAE-born specialty coffee company with nearly two decades of experience in the region, has expanded its presence to Etihad Plaza, Abu Dhabi, with a facility that features a corporate office, showroom, café and training facility open from 24th January 2024. Dubai has always been the home of Coffee Planet, known to the […]
Australia pulls out of the 2034 event’s candidature bidding FIFA has declared Saudi Arabia the host nation for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2034 men’s tournament. This marks the third occasion the coveted event will grace the Asian continent, following the successful hosting by South Korea and Japan in 2002 and Qatar in 2022. FIFA […]
More than 10,400 spectators attended the Dubai Invitational to see Tommy Fleetwood write his name into the history books as the inaugural event’s first-ever winner. Englishman Fleetwood produced a stunning finish to hold off the final-day challenge of Rory McIlroy and Thriston Lawrence to win the tournament, which took place at Dubai Creek Resort from […]
H.E. Li Xuhang, Consul General of the PRC in Dubai, visited Gulf Craft’s facilities in Umm Al Quwain, where he met with Gulf Craft’s Chairman, Mohammed Alshaali, and the Executive team at the shipyard. Gulf Craft, the leading manufacturer of luxury yachts, superyachts and mega yachts in the Middle East and Asia, hosted a delegation […]
TCL Electronics (1070.HK), the Global Top 2 TV brand, hosted a star-studded event, bringing Arsenal FC stars face-to-face with their fans at JBR Beach in Dubai. The meet-and-greet event featured top Arsenal players including Reiss Nelson, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Cédric Soares, David Raya Martín, and Karl Jakob Hein, who engaged with fans in a football fanfare […]
Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, today announced the opening of a state-of-the-art experience center in the UAE and the relocation of its Dubai office to accommodate continuous growth in the region. Named DBXC, the new experience center and office is strategically




























