Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 2 February, 2015 2:42 pm

Starwood Hotels & Resorts partners with Royal Academy of Culinary Arts to bring ‘Adopt a School’ Initiative to Abu Dhabi

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced a new partnership with Royal Academy of Culinary Arts in the United Kingdom to bring the ‘Adopt A School’ programme to Abu Dhabi, UAE.With almost 18% of children aged between 2 and 15 years old having grown clinically obese...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 2 February, 2015 11:30 am

Carlson Rezidor announces the Park Inn by Radisson Dubai Motor City and the Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence Jeddah Gate

- Carlson Rezidor, one of the largest and most dynamic hotel groups worldwide, further expands its portfolio in the Middle East: The group announces the mid-market Park Inn by Radisson Dubai Motor City; UAE (147 rooms, opening in Q1 2017) and the upper upscale Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence,...

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Business & Money | Monday 2 February, 2015 11:09 am

RAKBANK and Kalyan Jewellers Launch First Goldback Credit Card

- With vast numbers of people in the UAE choosing to invest in gold and the women here especially loving all things that are shiny and sparkle, RAKBANK has partnered with Kalyan Jewellers to launch a co-branded Credit Card. The RAKBANK KALYAN JEWELLERS MasterCard Credit Card, which is accepted...

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Beauty & Style | Monday 2 February, 2015 10:52 am

Ulysse Nardin’s largest boutique in the world in the Dubai Mall marks a stunning opening ceremony

- An exclusive preview of Ulysse Nardin’s musical marvel ‘Vivaldi’ timepiece - Swiss luxury watch manufacture Ulysse Nardin and its exclusive retail partner in Dubai, Bin Hendi Enterprises marked a new chapter as they officially opened the doors to the brand’s largest boutique in the...

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Business & Money | Monday 2 February, 2015 7:51 am

ADFG wins for Outstanding Performance & Innovation at MENA Fund Manager Performance Awards 2015

Abu Dhabi Financial Group (“ADFG”), the Abu Dhabi-based multi-billion dollar alternative investment firm primarily focused on financial services and real estate, was recognised at the esteemed MENA Fund Manager Awards 2015 winning the Outstanding Performance & Innovation award. Led by ADFG’s...

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Environment & Energy | Monday 2 February, 2015 7:46 am

‘Arab Authority for Agricultural Investment and Development’ officially launches ‘Gulf Forum to Enhance Food Security

The Arab Authority for Agricultural Investment and Development (AAAID) officially announced in a press conference on 1 feb. the launch of ‘Gulf Forum to Enhance Food Security and Support Small and Medium Scale Farmers,’ which will take place on March 2, 2015 at the Fairmont Hotel Bab Al Bahr in ...

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Culture & Education | Monday 2 February, 2015 7:42 am

Alarab News Channel Launches

Alarab News Channel, the MENA region's latest 24-hour news channel, began transmission at 13.00 GMT on 1st February from its headquarters in Bahrain to viewers all over the world. The launch ushers in a completely new style of news programming for the Middle East and beyond and fills a critical...

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Cars & Autos | Monday 2 February, 2015 1:39 am

NISSAN’S MAJOR TRIUMPHS IN PRESTIGIOUS CRISTAL AWARDS

Nissan wrapped up 2014 with more prestigious global awards to add to the year’s bulging trophy showcase, the latest being the highly-regarded Cristals.Nissan Middle East is the global leader in the Cristal Automotive Media category 2014. Nissan has also become the most awarded automotive brand in ...

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Beauty & Style | Monday 2 February, 2015 12:50 am

CARA DELEVINGNE & TAG HEUER: THE IT GIRL AND THE IT BRAND

Skate park or red carpet? Sneakers or stilettos? Ravishing smile or funny face? Difficult choices to make, which is why TAG Heuer takes it all and chooses Cara Delevingne — the most disruptive It Girl of the moment — as its new feminine ambassador. She has a massive social media presence, is up ...

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Beauty & Style | Monday 2 February, 2015 12:43 am

Catch the limelight with Icelink’s pastel-hued Ceramic Bracelets collection!

Catch the limelight with Icelink’s pastel-hued Ceramic Bracelets collection now available at ISTANA, the renowned multi-brand jewellery retailer in the UAE. Each of these exciting new jewellery accessories sport five rows comprising facetted, rectangular-shaped ceramic as well as 316L stainless...

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