Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 1 March, 2016 10:48 am

‘Dine with the Stars’ creates two magical nights for DFF 2016

Dubai Food Festival 2016 introduced the first ever ‘Dine with The Stars’ concept on Thursday and Friday, 25th and 26th February, to a sold out crowd. The two magical nights at Armani Pavilion at Armani Hotel saw food lovers gather to taste the most delicious dishes prepared by top chefs ...

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Technology & IT | Tuesday 1 March, 2016 9:46 am

From Pinhole to Smartphone: Evolving Cameras, Evolving Needs

When photography was first invented – some 175 years ago – it took just over eight hours to take a photograph. Nowadays, it takes less than a second. And in an additional second, the photograph can be shared online with hundreds, or even millions of people.   The technology ...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 1 March, 2016 9:44 am

Flemming Dalgaard Appointed CEO of Gulftainer

Gulftainer, the world’s largest privately-owned, independent port operator based in the UAE has announced the appointment of Flemming Dalgaard as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Group. Former CEO Peter Richards will now serve on Gulftainer’s Executive Board and lead the expansion ...

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Technology & IT | Tuesday 1 March, 2016 9:43 am

STC awards Gemalto and Comarch to implement new IoT connectivity platform

Saudi Telecom Company (STC), the largest telecommunication services provider in the Middle East and North Africa and the leading operator within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has selected Gemalto, the world leader in digital security, and Comarch, a global powerhouse specialized in the design,...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 1 March, 2016 6:41 am

Christie’s celebrates its 10th auction anniversary in Dubai

This March Christie’s celebrates its 10th auction anniversary in Dubai. By establishing and committing to providing a platform to promote nearly 700 Middle Eastern artists to a global audience, by offering over 2,650 works of art, Christie’s is delighted to have played our part in...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 1 March, 2016 5:49 am

Majid Al Futtaim’s malls in Dubai to serve up a delicious helping of activities during Dubai Food Festival (DFF) 2016

To mark Dubai Food Festival, Majid Al Futtaim’s malls in Dubai—in partnership with Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE)—are offering visitors a programme of culinary fun and the opportunity to help children in need with a new charity initiative “Draw for...

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Technology & IT | Tuesday 1 March, 2016 5:28 am

Huawei Opening up Massive Commercial Use of 4.5G & 5G Broadband, the Backbone of a Digital Economy

This past week’s Mobile World Congress saw Huawei and other heavyweights from the mobile industry lay the foundation for wider commercial use of 4.5G & 5G broadband—considered the backbone of today’s digital economy.   Huawei Deputy Chairman and Rotating CEO Guo...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 1 March, 2016 4:24 am

Souq.com raises more than AED 1 Billion

Souq.com, the Middle East’s largest online retail and marketplace platform, announced today that it has completed a funding round of more than                                  AED 1 Billion (USD 275 million), ...

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Cars & Autos | Tuesday 1 March, 2016 3:35 am

The new BMW X1. Urban all-rounder delivers boundless driving pleasure to the Kingdom

Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors, the official importer of BMW Group vehicles in Saudi Arabia, has welcomed the new BMW X1 to its showrooms across the Kingdom. Having already sold more than 740,000 units worldwide, the newest addition X1 is already turning heads with its new design, a sporting character ...

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Business & Money | Monday 29 February, 2016 5:19 pm

Ministry of Economy and Shurooq join hands to boost business and investment opportunities

The Ministry of Economy and the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Mleiha Archaeology Centre yesterday (Monday) to strengthen ties, increase commercial, economic cooperation and expand investment opportunities in...

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