10 Megatrends Shaping Our Future in 2023 report
The Dubai Future Foundation has published a report identifying 10 megatrends that will change economic sectors and society in the coming year. The report, titled '10 Megatrends Shaping Our Future in
Dubai Global Wedding Excellence Forum held in January
Dubai is fast becoming the city of choice for weddings, with an increasing number of wedding and event planners around the world recommending the city to couples as the ideal
Burj Khalifa to broadcast birthday wishes
Dubai's Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, will broadcast birthday greetings throughout February 2023. Every day at 20:45, colourful birthday greetings will appear on the façade - birthday celebrities only
Dubai Digital Economy Chamber holds insightful workshop
The Dubai Digital Economy Chamber brought together leading entrepreneurs, venture capitalists and senior executives from venture capital and incubators for an insightful workshop. The workshop was held in response to
Global Village reopens after rains
Global Village, Dubai's multicultural park, a popular family attraction, has reopened after a break due to worsening weather conditions and heavy downpours. Park authorities have asked visitors to bring warm
Floating vertical city in Dubai
By 2030, Dubai could be home to a new megaproject - a floating vertical city designed by Italian architectural firm Luca Curci Architects. The zero-energy building was first demonstrated in
UAE residents consume more fruit and vegetables
Residents of the United Arab Emirates have increased their consumption of fresh fruit and vegetables, according to a study commissioned by the Irish Food Council. In the survey, 50% of respondents
Dubai changes rules for residence visas
Dubai authorities are abandoning the practice of affixing residence visas to foreigners' passports. Visas will now be linked to the Emirates ID card. Thus, state authorities will no longer ask
A guest was doused with liquid nitrogen in Tabu restaurant
Dubai's Tabu restaurant has apologised to a customer who was doused with liquid nitrogen by a waiter during dinner. It is reported that the incident occurred during a theatrical presentation
Yalago observes growth in global hotel bookings in 2022
Yalago recorded a 92% increase in hotel bookings in 2022 compared to the previous year. Yalago is part of the Emirates Group and one of the world's fastest-growing leisure hotel