Environment & Energy | Thursday 6 December, 2018 1:32 am

The 8th International District Cooling conference to kick off 9th December in Dubai

Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world's largest district cooling services provider, announced that the 8th International District Energy Association (IDEA) Annual Conference and Tradeshow 2018 will be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al ...

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Culture & Education | Thursday 6 December, 2018 1:28 am

Shoura approved draft law to strengthen PIF role in achieving Vision 2030 goals

The Shoura Council on Wednesday approved the draft Public Investment Fund (PIF) law aimed at strengthening the role of PIF toward achieving the objectives of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030. It will also enable PIF to become one of the largest sovereign funds in the world, enjoying financial and ...

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Culture & Education | Thursday 6 December, 2018 1:12 am

Emirates Coalition for Green Schools discusses steps 
to enhance Indoor Air Quality in UAE schools

Advocates of green schools met in Dubai to enhance ‘Indoor Air Quality’ in learning environments with the objective of driving dialogue on the topic and to gain perspectives and input from industry experts.    The EmiratesGBC Coalition for Green Schools roundtable,...

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Cars & Autos | Thursday 6 December, 2018 1:04 am

All-new Bentley Continental Gt Convertible: the Pinnacle Open-top Grand Tourer

Bentley is introducing the all-new Continental GT Convertible. Designed, engineered and handcrafted in Britain – and representing all Bentley knows about creating the world’s most stylish and elegant Grand Tourers – the GT Convertible is the very essence of the luxury...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 6 December, 2018 12:27 am

Falconers flock to Riyadh to celebrate ancient sport

Bird lovers from across the Gulf gathered in saudi Arabia's capital for a week-long falcon and hunting exhibition, aimed at increasing awareness of the ancient sport, particularly among the young. The saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition, which runs from Dec. 4-8 in Riyadh, brought together...

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Culture & Education | Wednesday 5 December, 2018 6:06 pm

The Middle East Social Media Summit annouces the granting of scholarships to Bachelor's and Master's degrees in New Media

In cooperation with the American University in the Emirates (AUE)—one of the most active universities in the region—the Middle East Social Media Summit, which launched its works in Dubai on Wednesday, December 5th and will last for two days, has announced the awarding of scholarships in ...

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Culture & Education | Wednesday 5 December, 2018 4:43 pm

Dubai Culture honours 83 Dubai Festival for Youth Theatre 2018 volunteers

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts, heritage, and literature, recently held a special ceremony at the Dubai Culture and Science seminar attended by Saeed Al Nabouda, Acting Director General of the Authority and advisor Dr...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 5 December, 2018 4:00 pm

Dubai Customs wins 3 awards from Ideas UK 2018

Dubai Customs bagged three awards at the latest Ideas UK 32ndInternational Conference 2018, held in Manchester, UK. The Department won the Platinum Accreditation for the ninth year in a raw, scoring 100% for the sixth consecutive year, the idea of the year for The Advisor (World's...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 5 December, 2018 3:44 pm

All your BBQ essentials sorted thanks to Homeworks PRICE CRASH promotion

Homeworks, Al-Futtaim’s home improvement and lifestyle brand, is continuing its PRICE CRASH promotion, and has now added a wide variety of BBQ grills and accessories just in time for the outdoor season. As temperatures drop it is the perfect time for customers to head out and enjoy their...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 5 December, 2018 3:26 pm

Airbnb New Year’s Eve Booking Spike in UAE

  US and British Visitors Lead Travel Surge; Bookings More Than Double For NYE   The number of people staying in homes listed on Airbnb in the UAE is set to more than double during New Year’s Eve. The popular global platform is currently seeing a 108% spike in bookings...

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