The new collection of Cerruti 1881 novelties introduced this season marks a period of reflection. The brand, which has just completed 50 years of being a game changer in fashion has been growing strong with every collection.The success of Cerruti 1881 is the result of a conscious, inventive decision to push imaginative boundaries to give the brand a new identity that echoes the creative aspirations of its loyal admirers.From a strong Parisian inf... ... Read more
Ten exclusive show highlights and more than 100 product launches mark 22nd edition of region’s largest beauty and wellbeing trade fairDubai, UAE, May 14, 2017: Beautyworld Middle East, the region’s largest international trade fair for beauty products, hair, fragrances, and wellbeing was opened today (14 May 2017) by His Highness Sheikh Hasher Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, Director General of Dubai’s Department of Information.&nb... ... Read more
. Time to celebrate dad (Dubai, UAE – 2017) Swiss watchmaker Rado is presenting a duo of dapper timepieces to help you celebrate Father’s Day.Featuring handsome angular lines and avant-garde high-tech ceramic construction, the Rado Ceramica is the perfect addition to the modern man’s wardrobe. The iconic timepiece was relaunched last year in collaboration with renowned industrial designer Konstantin Grcic, which gave the un... ... Read more
Innovative cosmetics, skincare, haircare, water, and chocolate to debut at region’s largest beauty and wellbeing showcaseDubai, UAE, May 13, 2017: Beautyworld Middle East, the region’s largest international beauty and wellness trade fair will open tomorrow (14 May), with 1,580 exhibitors from 60 countries out to impress more than 35,000 visitors over three days at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. P... ... Read more
Dubai, UAE, May 14, 2017: Celebrate in style with our beautiful Monsoon Children’s wear collection, bursting with stunning sequin dresses with floral embellishments and the accessories to match, in sweet pink and ivory tones. For our older girls, Storm by Monsoon Children offers a more grown up style with black ruffle blouses teamed with full patterned skirts. Glitter T bar pumps and pearl pendent chokers complete the look.Gold metall... ... Read more
Dubai, UAE, May 11, 2017: Filorga, the first French aesthetic medicine laboratory takes inspiration from the latest advances in aesthetic medicine to develop a cutting-edge serum that can treat all types of wrinkles. By integrating active ingredients usually reserved for aesthetic medicine in a skincare formula, Filorga has created an effective concentrate to erase wrinkles in women aged 35 and above called Time-Zero. Wrinkles are the ... ... Read more
Lifestyle
Dubai, 19 August 2018: Make the most important day of your life even more unforgettable with the Wedding Perfumery Station by LOOTAH, a bespoke service that makes you and your guests feel extra special on your wedding day.
The wedding perfume station is an age-old practice and LOOTAH is preserving this tradition with its exquisite collection of delicate fragrances that can be enjoyed in the comfort of a plush perfume ......
New YouGov research reveals the routine changes people make during summers to beat the heat in UAE and KSA
August 19, 2018: Summer season is at its peak in the UAE and Saudi Arabia with August hitting average temperatures between 40 – 45 degrees celsius. More than half of the population (57%) in these countries makes changes to their eating habits and takes extra care of their skin and hair in response to the soaring ......
Dubai, UAE, August 18, 2018: Watch lovers will make it a true companion of everyday life; this new Allure gets straight to the point while offering a little something extra: refinement.
The Allure features sublime silvered dials in blue, beige, brown, rosé champagne or black shades. The dials are adorned with silvered markers and hands that ensure perfect legibility.
The understated elegance of Allure is ......
Two new watches inspired by the tuneful sounds of blues music
Dubai, UAE, August 18, 2018: Swiss watch company, RAYMOND WEIL, proudly presents two new additions to its emblematic maestro collection, the maestro Blues, a tribute to the Brand’s source of creativity: music.
RAYMOND WEIL presents two new models, the maestro Blues, inspired by the bewitching sounds of the “blues”. Equipped with a ......
New model to be offered exclusively by Sharaf DG for a limited time period
Dubai, UAE, August 16, 2018: CASIO has announced the UAE launch of the Pro Trek WSD-F20A - a new smart watch built specifically for the outdoors. The new model is being offered exclusively by Sharaf DG for a limited time period only and can be pre-ordered starting August 16, 2018 with an expected delivery date of August 30, 2018.
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Fashion
Dubai, UAE, August 16, 2018: Marks & Spencer moves into Autumn Winter 18, with a sense of confidence and simplicity; celebrating style and championing quality. Throughout the overall season, there is a subtle synergy, presenting collections that are cohesive and versatile, and tailored to her everchanging needs.
Autumn sees the arrival of Poetic, as top to toe colour takes a new feminine direction. A palette of pinks set ......
Dubai, UAE, August 15, 2018: Let your true colours come out this fall with pops of colour and playful graphics with these trendy statement handbags from GUESS. The GUESS fall collection is full of fun oversized structured totes, logo-heavy backpacks with patchwork and ultra-mini cross body bags in black and metallic hues that are practical and oh so cute!
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Brand Furthers #AExME Platform By Celebrating Real Kids, Self-Expression and Jeans
Dubai, UAE, August 15, 2018: American Eagle (NYSE: AEO) announces the launch of its multifaceted Ne(X)t Level Jeans Campaign as an extension of its #AExME brand platform, which celebrates freedom, individuality and difference. The fall campaign intersects the worlds of fashion, music, and youth culture by highlighting how real customers express themselves ......
Dubai, UAE, August 14, 2018: Eid is around the corner and the last thing we want for you is to be gift-less and uncertain of what to buy for your loved ones on this special occasion. Our curated Eid gift guide includes unique gifts that will impress the special ones in your life and will express your token of love for them.
Whether you're on a budget or you want to splurge, we hope this guide makes your gift hunting process a little ......
Dubai, UAE, August 14, 2018: kate spade’s latest collection is tapping the late 80s and early 90s for inspiration with its gorgeous plaid items. Plaid is in for the new season and kate spade welcomes it back with open arms. It's not a groundbreaking print, but kate spade still found fresh ways to showcase the gorgeous print.
This Fall, channel your inner Cher and Dionne from the hit chick flick, Clueless, and pull a stunning ......
Technology
Stylish, powerful, hybrid Bluetooth headset and health tracker on your wrist
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 19 August, 2018: Huawei Consumer Business Group (CBG) has today announced its latest wearable device, HUAWEI TalkBand B5, the fourth generation of Huawei’s TalkBand products and the successor to HUAWEI TalkBand B3 launched in 2016. Equipped with a 1.13-inch AMOLED touchscreen display with 2.5D curved glass and 160 ......
Dubai, UAE, August 16, 2018: Huawei presented a special award to Turkish professor Dr. Erdal Arikan, the inventor of polar codes for 5G, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the development of communications technology. At the ceremony, held at Huawei's global headquarters in Shenzhen, the company also honored more than 100 Huawei scientists and engineers who are working on standards and basic research.
Basic ......
HP Expands Portfolio of VR Solutions
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Aug.16, 2018: HP Inc. and a global community of creators unveiled a groundbreaking virtual reality (VR) simulation of what life on Mars could look like for a human population of one million people. The HP Mars Home Planet program, led by HP and NVIDIA,® is the culmination of a year-long engagement with the creative community to simulate life on the Red ......
Automobile
New technologies and Industry 4.0 key for future manufacturing success according to SPS Automation Middle East exhibitors
Dubai, UAE, August 19, 2018: Middle East factories could be some of the most advanced in the world in the coming years, with global automation suppliers saying regional government investment in new technologies and Industry 4.0 could play a key role in the future of world-wide ......
Prototypes of the first Sports Activity Vehicle for the luxury segment demonstrate their supreme versatility during test drives at the polar circle, on desert tracks and on the highway.
Dubai, UAE, August 15, 2018: The Sports Activity Vehicle is heading for the luxury segment. And on its way there it is undergoing a true endurance test marathon. An equally extensive and diverse test programme takes the camouflaged prototypes of the new ......
Dubai, UAE, August 14, 2018: SAIC Motor has achieved its highest ever position on the Fortune 500 list, ranking first among Chinese auto companies. Appearing on the prestigious list for a 14th consecutive year, SAIC Motor has been ranked No. 36 by US-based Fortune magazine, five places higher than the previous year. The accolade follows the brand achieving a sales revenue of 128.819 billion US Dollars and car sales of 6.93 million units in ......
Food Industry
The LA Based Italian joint has announced an irresistible offer to celebrate the launch of its new online delivery app
The brand has also unveiled its new Loyalty Plan to stimulate online sales
August 16, 2018 – Dubai, United Arab Emirates: To celebrate the launch of its new online ordering app, 800 DEGREES NEAPOLITAN PIZZERIA, an Italian concept originating from L.A. has announced an irresistible offer for all ......
A discount-filled retail promotion for the deal-hunters in the UAE is happening and here’s what you may expect…
Dubai, UAE, August 14, 2018: Eid is one of the most auspicious occasions in a Muslim’s life but in UAE, even the non-Muslims get the opportunity to be a part something as big as Eid al Adha. Retail Pioneer ‘Union Coop’ has a reputation of coming out with one-of-a-kind deals, especially on Eid to ......
Real Estate & Retail
Upcoming shopping destination in Iraq to showcase incredible range of retail spaces for top brands to set up shop
Dubai, UAE, August 15, 2018: Smart Stores Expo has announced the participation of Karbala Oasis, an upcoming shopping destination in Iraq, as its retail leasing partner. This development will see Karbala Oasis showcasing at the trade show its more than 222,873m2 total build up area and more than71,625 m2 leasable area ......
Celebrations highlight Arabic tradition and Emirati culture
Dubai, 14 August 2018: Dragon Mart 2 will celebrate Eid Al Adha with a cultural extravaganza featuring traditional Nabati poetry readings, a live concert by renowned Emirati songstress Balqees Ahmed Fathi, fun and games with the much-loved television series Iftah Ya Simsim and more.
Nabati Poetry: 24 August at 4 pm
Dragon Mart will host a ‘House of ......
Travel, Tourism and Hotels
Dubai, UAE, August 19, 2018: Gulf Air, the flag carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, took delivery of its first A320neo today. The aircraft, powered by CFM LEAP-1A engines, made its maiden journey from Toulouse to Bahrain, landing at the Bahrain International Airport at 16:00 local time.
The aircraft is the first of the 29 A320neo Family aircraft ordered during the 2016 Bahrain International Airshow. This delivery also makes Gulf ......
Dubai, UAE, August 18, 2018: Finnair has been connecting east and west for 35 years, and Helsinki Airport has grown into a major hub for travel between Asia and Europe. Finnair and Finavia, the operator of Helsinki Airport, are celebrating this milestone with a short film that speaks of meaningful encounters that take place when people travel.
To illustrate the concept of meaningful encounters, Finnair and Finavia brought together two ......
Banking and Investments
Strengthening bilateral trade between Hong Kong and the UAE
Dubai, UAE, August 15, 2018: The bilateral trade relations among Hong Kong and the UAE have long been robust. Adding to the Hong Kong’s business advantages, Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) organises more than 30 exhibitions each year to bring together buyers and suppliers from both economies to develop their business.
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Under the patronage of HRH Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, The Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain, World Islamic Banking Conference (WIBC) announces landmark 25th edition in strategic partnership with the Central Bank of Bahrain
Over 1200 global industry powerhouses, policy makers, innovators and stakeholders will converge for the three-day long forum.
Dubai, UAE, August 13, 2018: Held under the patronage of HRH ......
Education and Trainings
Dubai, UAE 16 August 2018: The Dubai College of Tourism (DCT), part of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism), has partnered with the Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group (DGJG) to award up to 20 full scholarships for its Certificate in Retail course, which commences on 9 September this year. These scholarships are being offered only to Emiratis and expatriate residents in the UAE.
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Admissions still open for September 2018 intake at government-backed vocational training college
Dubai, UAE; 14 August 2018: With GCSEs and A-Level examination results due to be released shortly, high school leavers across Dubai will be focused on taking the next steps towards their future careers. The pressures of decision-making can often pose a dilemma for young people who want to continue their studies but do not wish to ......
Government, Legal and Charity
Dubai, UAE, August 19, 2018: As a response to the directives of H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan the President of the UAE, and H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and ruler of Dubai, to immediately form a National Emergency Committee for the relief of flood-affected areas of ‘Kerala’ – India, the employees of Union Coop, the largest Consumer Cooperative in ......
Dubai, 16 August 2018: Emirates Post Group (EPG), leading postal and non-postal services provider in the region, celebrated the onset of the blessed Eid Al-Adha with children from the Social Child Care Centre affiliated with the Social Services Department of Sharjah. The initiative comprised of providing the youngsters with gifts and arranging for a day filled of fun-filled activities including time spent at Dubai Festival City ......
Events and Exhibitions
Dubai, UAE, August 19, 2018: Olympian Michael Phelps sat down with CNN World Sport anchor, Patrick Snell to discuss his struggles with depression.
Phelps is working to raise awareness of depression and other mental health issues by telling others about his own journey. Phelps hopes to inspire others to openly speak about their struggles and help save lives.
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Michael Phelps tells CNN why he ......
Dubai, UAE, August 18, 2018: Summer fitness initiative sees nearly 200 youngsters cycle over 1,000km in three weeks
As the riders from UAE Team Emirates pick up the plaudits following their performances at this year’s Tour de France, the team is also celebrating its influence at a grassroots level, with the success of the recently launched UAE Team Emirates Youth Academy. Nearly 200 budding young cyclists, aged 11 ......
Healthcare, Fitness and Medicine
14 August 2018 – Dubai, International SOS and Control Risks, the world’s leading medical and security risk experts, provide advice on how to have a healthy Hajj in Saudi Arabia, as well as important tips for business travellers to the region during the pilgrimage this month.
Close to 3 million foreign and domestic pilgrims are expected to perform their religious duties in Mecca, Mina, Arafat & Muzdalifah between Sunday ......
RAK Hospital and Waldorf Astoria team up for this community health event.
On-the-spot complimentary health evaluations for attendees to provide each participant with an overall health report card
Counseling on personality enhancement, relationship issues sleep disorders and stress management.
14 August 2018 – Dubai, United Arab Emirates: To promote the culture of wellness and help people gain a holistic ......
Other Top Stories
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 1 August 2018: UNICEF, the world’s leading children’s organization, and LIXIL, a maker of pioneering water and housing products, are coming together in a new partnership to help vulnerable children gain access to safe and clean toilets.
The partnership, named “Make a Splash! Toilets for All”, will leverage the two organizations’ complementary strengths to support progress towards the Sustainable Development Goal of achieving access to adequate and equitable sanitation and hygiene for all, and end ......read more
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 01 August 2018: Our lives get increasingly busy as we balance our work, social, and family life while at the same time reserving some free time for ourselves.
While balancing all of it might seem stressful, what will give you a sense of relaxation and personal uplifting is your attire as you juggle your way through life. Max’s new collection is meant just for that.
The new City Slick Collection brings in the best elements from work, street, and casual fashion to suit you for every occasion. Whether you’re at ......read more
Dubai, UAE, August 01, 2018: Always innovating Tissot continues to prove its status as an innovator with the exceptional Tissot Ballade. Pushing the boundaries of possibility, this watch shows just why the brand has been acclaimed time and time again, winning international chronometry competitions and revolutionising the watch industry. Now, it is the silicon balance spring that is making waves in horology, allowing for even greater precision and assured longevity. It is a result of the astounding properties of silicon, using technology usually only seen at the top end of the market. ......read more
Dubai, UAE, August 01, 2018: Young families from all across the world are landing in Oman at record rate with the dream of making the Jewel of Arabia their forever home. As a result, the Sultanate’s young population is becoming increasingly urbanised - a trend which is driving the development of smaller-sized, affordable residential units that provide young families with the best quality of living.
Not only are young homeowners looking for a sense of dynamic community living in developments that offers easy access, plenty of amenities and facilities, as well as open spaces and ......read more
Seven students from the Petroleum Institute in Abu Dhabi learn about technology made in Germany
Wintershall supports the trip for the fifth time now and actively contributes to the scientific and cultural exchange between Germany and the UAE
Abu Dhabi, August 01, 2018: Seven Emirati students from the Petroleum Institute in Abu Dhabi with different engineering backgrounds started their study tour in Germany supported by Wintershall on July 29.The trip will be concluded on August 4 and focuses on technology made in Germany. During the tour the students get to know new solutions ......read more
Dubai, UAE, August 01, 2018: Promoth Manghat, Chief Executive Officer of UAE Exchange Group, has won the first ever Dhanam NRI Professional of the Year Award. The award was presented by the Minister for Industries- Kerala, A C Moideen at a function held at the Le Meridien Convention Centre in Kochi on the 26 of July in the presence of many business and political luminaries.
Promoth is an Executive Director of Finablr, a holding company in the UK, which brings together category-leading global financial services brands under one network. He also serves as the Chief Executive Officer of ......read more
Dubai, UAE - August 1, 2018: Ransomware is universal and one of the greatest threats in cybersecurity currently. Extensive research by Sophos has uncovered a trove of new information on the notorious SamSam ransomware that has affected far more victims than previously thought, and raised vastly more in ransom demands – almost $6 million.
Most ransomware is spread in large, noisy and untargeted spam campaigns sent to thousands, or even hundreds of thousands, of people. They use simple techniques to infect victims and aim to raise money through large numbers ......read more
Dubai, UAE, August 01, 2018: The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that it has entered into an agreement with CFM International (CFM) that will lead to increased competition in the market for maintenance, repair and overhaul services (MRO) on engines manufactured by CFM, a 50/50 partnership between GE and Safran Aircraft Engines.
“Airlines spend a tremendous amount of money on the maintenance and repair of aircraft and engines to ensure we are always operating to the highest levels of safety and reliability. This milestone agreement with CFM ......read more
Dubai, UAE, August 01, 2018: One cannot deny that the bathroom is one of the most used rooms in our home, so it gets difficult to keep it tidy and organized. Transforming the bathroom into an exciting and comforting space is not easy. Everyone’s bathroom is different and there’s no one-size-fits-all formula. However, the right tips to keep the bathroom organized and uncluttered, using the right mix of furniture and accessories can make all the difference in creating a sense or orderliness and space.
Ideal Standard, one of the leading providers of ......read more
The Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) today discussed the pilot launch of the ‘Local Cruise Ship License System’ with Major General Pilot Ahmed Mohammed Bin Thani, Acting Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police. During the meeting, DMCA stressed the importance of the qualitative step in establishing solid foundations to promote marine leisure sector in line with Dubai’s bid to become one of the world's leading maritime destinations. The new system will allow access to services using smartphones as DMCA continues to intensify its smart transformation initiatives for easier, ......read more
Dubai, UAE, 1, August 2018: Emirates Skywards today replaced flydubai’s frequent flyer programme, OPEN, officially becoming the loyalty programme of Emirates airline and flydubai. The alignment of the loyalty programme now allows Emirates Skywards members to also earn Skywards Miles and Tier Miles when travelling on both airlines. Former OPEN members can enrol into Emirates Skywards to continue earning Miles on flydubai.
The alignment of the loyalty programme for both airlines builds on Emirates and flydubai’s close partnership which includes ......read more
Stamps issued celebrating 34 years of diplomatic relations between the UAE and China in high-demand
Dubai, (31) July 2018: Emirates Post Group (EPG), the region’s leading postal and non-postal services provider, has witnessed a high demand for the latest stamp celebrating 34 years of diplomatic relations between the United Arab Emirates and the People’s Republic of China issued to mark the historic visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping to the UAE.
One such request was received by 8-year-young philatelist Asmaa Humaid Issa Alsuwaidi who ......read more
Dubai, UAE, July 31, 2018: Thanks to its reliable design and superb anti-magnetic properties, the original OMEGA Railmaster of 1957 was perfectly suited to a role in working-class life. Today, the updated collection is proudly paying tribute to that industrial past with a new denim-inspired model.
Although they are now a fashion item, denim jeans were once manufactured purely for the benefit of hard-working labourers in the American West. For a long time, the robust cloth was the choice of miners, factory workers, farmers, and of course, those on the railroads. And their sturdy ......read more
UAE, 31 July, 2018 - The Arab-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce (ABCC) welcomed the announcement made by Brazil’s Ministry of Tourism to send its own contingent to the UAE to promote the country as an attractive tourist destination for Arab travelers, saying that such a move is a step in the right direction as both countries continue to seek ways to strengthen their bilateral relations in tourism and other key economic sectors.
The statement issued by Brazil’s Ministry of Tourism came after Brazil and the UAE agreed to a visa waiver agreement for leisure, business, and transit ......read more
Dubai, UAE, July 31, 2018: Malabar Gold & Diamonds, one among the largest jewellery retailers globally with a strong retail network of over 220 retail outlets spread across nine countries has partnered with Capillary Technologies, which helps consumer businesses achieve digital transformation using its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Powered technology platform. Capillary Technologies will help Malabar Gold & Diamonds upscale its Omni-channel customer engagement initiatives.
With big data gaining momentum, Malabar Gold & Diamonds has tapped a range of AI powered solutions by ......read more
The effortless spirit of Chloé infuses the latest introduction to the brand’s eyewear collection.
Dubai, UAE, July 31, 2018: Elegant and playful and entirely crafted from thin metal, this unique double-lens frame features a glamorous front structure which recalls the shape of a delicate seashell. A shiny gold filament is wrapped around the distinctive lenses, which are then joined and perfectly matched together using a reverse bevel technique to create the effect of a single lens.
The artisanal flair of this design is further emphasized on the two 80’s inspired Havana ......read more
New 4G LTE markets awarded to Ericsson in United States
Deployment prepares markets for a smooth, cost-effective transition to 5G
Rollout includes latest Ericsson 4G and 5G-ready radio system
Dubai, UAE, July 31, 2018: Ericsson (NASDAQ:ERIC) announced today that the company has increased its U.S. footprint by expanding its 4G partnership with Verizon to include new markets .
This extended partnership includes Ericsson Radio System 4G LTE equipment which, in addition to enabling the latest advances in 4G LTE capabilities, will provide a 5G-ready ......read more
Dubai, UAE, July 31, 2018: Mohammed Al Habtoor, Vice Chairman & CEO of the Al Habtoor Group and Ian R. Carter, President, Global Development, Architecture, Design & Construction, Hilton hosted a press event to announce a new franchise agreement, effective as of 1 August 2018, for the three hotels at Al Habtoor City. The decision to rebrand these properties as Habtoor Palace, LXR Hotels & Resorts, V Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton and Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City was unveiled at a ceremony held at Al Habtoor City, today. The announcement of the deal comes after a recent ......read more
Businesses Operating in Sharjah’s Free Zone Can Now Expand in the Mainland and Local Markets
‘Dual trade license’ system launched by Sharjah Publishing City and Sharjah Economic Development Department
Sharjah, 31 July 2018: The Sharjah Publishing City (SPC), under the umbrella of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) and the world’s first publishing free zone, signed an agreement with the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD), to launch a new dual trade license system for businesses operating in SPC. The new dual license is another investment ......read more
Global logistics firm is the 223th entity to register for free zone status at Abu Dhabi Airports
31 July 2018, Abu Dhabi, UAE: Abu Dhabi Airports Free Zone (ADAFZ) today announced leading international logistics firm GAC Abu Dhabi as the latest addition to its cargo terminal free zone site.
As a result of its free zone status, GAC Abu Dhabi is set to enhance its customer experience, allowing cargo to be transferred to any other free zones in the UAE without having to pay customs duty.
The move to the ADAFZ free zone also brings new benefits ......read more
