‘Arabian Strip’ to be built in the UAE
Ras Al Khaimah promises to build a new 'Arabian Strip' in the style of Las Vegas - it will become home to branded hotels and casinos. Developer Wynn Resorts has
Emirates ranked among world’s top 10 countries for “soft power”
The United Arab Emirates has become one of the world's top 10 countries in terms of "soft power", which measures a country's ability to influence others through persuasion rather than
SpaceOps 2023 kicks off in Dubai
The 17th edition of the International Space Operations Conference (SpaceOps 2023), one of the world's most significant space events, began today at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The conference, organised
DFWAC launches childcare villa
The Dubai Foundation for Women and Children (DFWAC) opened a new multi-purpose children's villa designed to support the development and strengthen the physical and psychological well-being of children deprived of
Dubai Metro Music Festival to take place from 6-12 March
Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Dubai Government Media Office (GDMO), in collaboration with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has announced that the third Dubai Metro Music Festival
Supreme Achievement Award 2022 goes to DEWA
The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) received the Supreme Achievement Award 2022 from the British Safety Council, which is considered the world's most prestigious health, safety and environmental award.
UAE passport named the world’s strongest
The United Arab Emirates passport has been named the world's most powerful passport - up 30 points in the region compared to last year, according to a ranking by offshore
Women, Business and the Law 2023 report released
The World Bank has released its annual Women, Business and the Law 2023 report, ranking the UAE as the leading country in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
Family Wealth Centre launched in Dubai
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) officially opened the world's first dedicated Family Wealth Centre. In line with the UAE's commitment to help family businesses maximise their contribution to the economy, the
Sultan Al Neyadi set off for the ISS
Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi travelled to the International Space Station in a Dragon capsule mounted on a Falcon 9 rocket from Launch Complex 39A at the Kennedy Space Center.