Culture & Education | Wednesday 8 June, 2016 3:24 pm

Dubai Channels Network Provides Comprehensive Support to ‘Reading Nation’ Ramadan Campaign

Dubai Channels Network (DCN) is marking an impactful participation in the ‘Reading Nation’ Ramadan campaign that was launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The network is offering extensive...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 8 June, 2016 3:17 pm

Emirates Islamic named ‘Fastest Growing Bank – UAE’ by Banker Middle East

Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, has been named the Fastest Growing Bank – UAE at the Banker Middle East Industry Awards 2016, in recognition of its exceptional growth in 2015. The award was received by Syed Muhammad Umair, Head of Priority...

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Culture & Education | Wednesday 8 June, 2016 3:12 pm

Doha Film Institute to present 4th Ajyal Youth Film Festival from Nov. 30 to Dec. 5

The Doha Film Institute today announced that the fourth edition of the Ajyal Youth Film Festival will be held from November 30 to December 5, 2016.   ‘Ajyal’, Arabic for ‘generations’, brings people of all ages together through screenings and events that inspire...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 8 June, 2016 3:10 pm

Hospitality by DWTC named ‘Events Catering Team of the Year’

Stealing the limelight at the 8th edition of the 2016 Middle Eastern Caterer Awards, Hospitality by Dubai World Trade Centre took home the top accolade for ‘Events Catering Team of the Year’, capping off a successful 12 months for the company which included a number of large scale...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 8 June, 2016 2:44 pm

GE and MakersBuilders encourage children to 
‘Make.Code.Tinker’ for the future

With Dubai now home to the world’s first 3D-printed building, the UAE has underlined its credentials in this cutting edge technology and is taking ambitious strides to encourage 3D printing and other skills for the future across diverse industries.    Complementing the focus...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 8 June, 2016 2:13 pm

Microsoft Planner, the newest productivity tool, now available for all Office 365 users

Microsoft Office lineup gears up for a new addition. Fueling the digital transformation in modern workplaces, and after the successful preview last fall, Microsoft Planner was launched today as the newest project management application, and is now available to Office 365 customers...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 8 June, 2016 2:04 pm

Turkish Airlines brings Europe’s best to the Champs Elysees

Turkish Airlines, Europe’s best airline for five consecutive years*, has taken over the world’s most famous street, the Champs Elysees. Parisians and tourists will see the ‘Meet Europe’s Best’ banner adorning the boulevard’s 1.9 kilometers as they stroll between...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 8 June, 2016 12:27 pm

FAIRMONT THE PALM APPOINTS SUE WHEATLEY AS DIRECTOR OF SALES & MARKETING

Mark Sawkins, General Manager, Fairmont The Palm, Dubai is pleased to announce the appointment of Sue Wheatley to the role of Director of Sales & Marketing, effective 1 June 2016.   Wheatley joins the resort from FRHI Hotels & Resorts (FRHI) where she was executive director in...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 8 June, 2016 9:46 am

Winners of the “Big Mac Walk” headed to Barcelona to meet the Spanish Football Star Neymar Jr.

Hundreds of enthusiastic participants have logged into MacDonald’s website to showcase their personal and unique style in featuring the “Big Mac Walk”, hopefully aspiring to win the most exciting football adventure. Two participants from Saudi Arabia, specifically from Jeddah,...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 8 June, 2016 6:49 am

Samsung introduces Galaxy Tab Iris

Samsung recently announced the launch of Galaxy Tab Iris featuring iris-recognition technology that is ready for Aadhar authentication through an integrated and highly secure biometric device. The Galaxy Tab Iris will provide cashless and paperless services in various applications such as banking,...

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