ABU DHABI: The Liwa International Festival 2025 will kick off tomorrow at the Moreeb Dune arena with its signature Free Style Car Show. Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, the 23-day festival promises adventure, motorsports, and cultural celebrations. Organised by the Department of […]
MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin has commended President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for his dedicated efforts in promoting artificial intelligence (AI) in UAE AI advancements. Speaking at the AI Journey international conference in Moscow, Putin acknowledged Sheikh Mohamed’s commitment to advancing AI development. He highlighted the UAE’s impressive progress in global […]
Dubai: Dubai International (DXB) is set to welcome a surge in travellers as the winter holiday season unfolds, with over 5.2 million guests expected between December 13 and 31. The daily average is projected at 274,000 guests, with Friday, December 20, anticipated to be the busiest day of the period, hosting nearly 296,000 guests. The […]
Dubai: The second edition of the Best Companies for Women in Gulf (BCWG) study has been launched by Avtar Group in collaboration with Seramount. This benchmarking initiative identifies organisations excelling in fostering workplace diversity and inclusion across the GCC. The 2024 edition recognised 10 trailblazing companies for their efforts in empowering women through innovative policies […]
Dubai Shopping Festival brings the city’s biggest-ever and most extraordinary celebrations ever with an out-of-this-world edition featuring 35 concerts and entertainment events headlined by A-list stars, over 30 retail activations, 25 adrenaline-fueled motor and sporting thrills, 19 immersive installations, 12 signature and experiential events, and 10 gastronomy experiences. Dubai: The 30th edition of the iconic […]
2025 GCC Retail Trends: Conscious spending, AI-powered tech, hyperlocal growth are set to redefine the shopping experience across the region. Dubai: Pathfinder Global, a leading innovator in AI-driven retail intelligence, highlights the top retail trends expected to shape the GCC market in 2025. These predictions highlight key drivers and emerging themes in the region’s evolving […]
YouGov survey sheds light on the evolving needs of UAE’s employees and workforce and how companies can meet these demands. Dubai: Employees in the UAE are increasingly prioritising financial rewards, professional development, health and wellness programmes, and hybrid work models, according to the latest report by Parisima Talent, a strategic talent acquisition business within Dulsco […]
DUBAI: A recent report has reaffirmed the UAE’s goal of reducing carbon emissions from its healthcare sector by 20 percent by 2030. This ambitious target is part of the UAE’s broader strategy to implement energy-saving measures, recycling programmes, and waste reduction initiatives. The report, titled The Planet Will See You Now, published by Arthur D. […]
SHARJAH: Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s largest low-cost carrier, has announced the resumption of its direct flights from Sharjah to Beirut, Lebanon. Starting December 18, the airline will operate daily non-stop flights between Sharjah International Airport and Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport. This move aims to strengthen connectivity between the UAE and Lebanon, […]
SHARJAH: The fourth edition of the Sharjah Events Festival kicks off tomorrow, December 12, at Al Majaz Amphitheatre. Organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau, the festival will run from December 12 to 15, operating daily from 16:00 to 22:00. With the slogan “Shining with Events”, this year’s festival follows a unique forest adventure theme, […]
HATTA: Under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Hatta Winter initiative launched today. This event, running from December 13, 2024, to January 22, 2025, aims to position Hatta as a top winter destination. Organised by Brand Dubai under the supervision of the Supreme Committee for Hatta Development, the […]
