Dubai News
5 March 2010
Google Earth now features Dubai Bus stops.
Bus stops across Dubai now feature on Google Earth.
5 March 2010
CHILDREN WHO ARE BULLIED IN SCHOOL WILL SOON GET A LITTLE HELP FROM THREE FOOTBALL CLUBS.
The Dubai Foundation for Women and Children has recruited three local football organisations to help children overcome physical and psychological abuse at school.
26 February 2010
ARE YOU BRAVE ENOUGH FOR MACBETH?
Are you ready for a truly wicked experience? Then get ready - it's coming to Dubai soon.
26 February 2010
DUBAI - TENNIS TOURNAMENT OF THE YEAR
The Barclays Dubai Tennis Championships is celebrating yet another success after being named the 2009 ATP World Tour 500 Tournament of the Year.
20 February 2010
Care Advice for Pets
We all see the large amount of stray animals (mostly cats) in the streets of Dubai.19 February 2010
Emirates Airline Festival of Literature
The 2nd annual Emirates Airlines Festival of Literature will take place March 10th - 13th 2010 at The Intercontinental Hotel, Dubai Festival City.
13 February 2010
DUBAI STRIKES OIL
Dubai's government announced it has discovered a new offshore oil field. The find 70 km off the coast is the first such find by the city-state in decades.
12 February 2010
US OPEN CHAMPION SET FOR DEBUT IN DUBAI.
Del Potro looks to make inroads during first appearance at ATP 500 event.
11 February 2010
REIGNING CHAMPIONS RETURN TO DEFEND DUBAI TITLES
Williams and Djokovic determined not to become one hit wonders in Dubai.
5 February 2010
Roddick Looks for "Shot at the Best Players" to Reclaim Trophy in Dubai
2008 Men's Champion looks to prize back mantle from Djokovic.
26 January 2010
FRENCH FLAIR SET TO CONTINUE AT DUBAI TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS
Cast of French stars look to replicate glory of Golmard, Santoro and Mauresmo in Dubai.
25 January 2010
DUBAI SHOPPING FESTIVAL 2010
The 15th annual Dubai Shopping Festival will run from 28th January until 28th February, 2010.
24 January 2010
SLOVAK STAR LOOKING TO RAISE HER GAME IN DUBAI
Former World Number 5 hopes to recapture form of old in Dubai
22 January 2010
STRONG EASTERN EUROPEAN CONTINGENT FOR CHAMPIONSHIPS
The elite of Eastern European tennis will flood into Dubai next month, in greater numbers than ever before, to compete at the Barclays Dubai Tennis Championships.
18 January 2010
TICKETS FOR BARCLAYS DUBAI TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS GO ON SALE
Fans urged to purchase tickets fast for chance to catch Federer and co.
17 January 2010
FEDERER RETURNS TO BARCLAYS DUBAI TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS
"World's best ever player" to head field in region's top tennis spectacle.
17 January 2010
The very latest in Kids edutainment arrives in Dubai.
KidZania, first established in Santa Fe in Mexico in 1999 has opened on the 2nd floor of Dubai Mall.
3 January 2010
Burj Dubai – Officially opens in January 2010
Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest tower will officially open on January 4th 2010. Its opening will coincide with the 4th anniversary of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum taking power as Ruler of Dubai.
10 December 2009
Christmas Cheer in Dubai
Even though Islam is the widely practiced religion in the UAE, most other faiths are acknowledged and facilitated. And so Christmas is celebrated6 December 2009
DUBAI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL Dec 9th to 16th 2009
December 9th sees the start of the 6th Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF). This week long event has on offer 170 culturally diverse films from 55 countries providing movies for all tastes and ages.
30 November 2009
Dubai in Evolution
I thought it would be helpful/interesting to send you a brief note on events in Dubai and comments in the International media.29 November 2009
Dubai Metro Success Story
The Road and Transport Authority have reported that passenger usage of the Dubai Metro has passed the 3 million mark.23 November 2009
Dubai Irish Society hosts first Irish Souk in Dubai
The Dubai Irish Society is hosting its first Annual Irish Souk this Friday at the Irish Village, in Dubai.
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23 November 2009
Dubai Experiences Increase in Residents
The number of people arriving in Dubai is on the increase.
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11 November 2009
FIFA BEACH SOCCER WORLD CUP CHAMPIONSHIP 2009
The sands of Jumeirah beach will be the setting for 7 national teams bidding for glory in the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2009.9 November 2009
DUBAI PROPERTY PURCHASE - through an offshore company?
Why not, but what about inheritance issues?
8 November 2009
Burj Dubai – Officially opens in January 2010
Burj Dubai, the world’s tallest tower will officially open on January 4th 2010.
4 November 2009
My Move global has today officially announced the launch of ‘MyMoveAbuDhabi.com’
My Move global has today announced the launch of ‘MyMoveAbuDhabi.com’, a new website packed with information for residents new and old in the UAE capital.
4 November 2009
Dubai prepares work for 2020 Olympic bid
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, yesterday attended the meeting of the Higher Organisation Committee of Dubai 2020 team.
3 November 2009
The Kershaw Leonard UAE Cost of Living Report
Kershaw Leonard has released an excellent report on the cost of living in the UAE.
2 November 2009
39pc of Men in the Middle East Would Cancel a Date to Watch Sport
An amazing 39% of men in the Middle East are prepared to cancel a date with their partners to watch a sporting event, according to a survey conducted by YouGov.
28 October 2009
Christie's Dubai Auction Raises $6.7m
Christie’s held their auction of International Modern & Contemporary Art which realized $6.7m with roughly 75% of lots sold.
27 October 2009
Bonhams' Dubai Auction Achieves $1.8m in Sales
Bonhams, the international fine art auction house, sold over 70% by lot on Monday 12th October, at its Modern & Contemporary Middle Eastern & South Asian Art auction, held at the Royal Mirage Hotel, Dubai (UAE). The auction achieved total sales of over $1,800,000, comfortably in line with estimates.
27 October 2009
My Move Group Launches My Move Abu Dhabi
Following the success of MyMoveDubai.com the My Move Group has officially launched the MyMoveAbuDhabi.com site.
19 September 2009
Stargate, Dubai Opens for Eid
This Eid holiday sees the opening in Dubai of the regions first space age theme park.18 September 2009
The 40% UK Deathtrap
Are Dubai residents subject to UK inheritance tax at 40% on death? Possibly.
17 September 2009
Bonhams auction provides platform to raise voice of Dubai based START charity
Bonhams, one of the world's oldest and largest auctioneers of fine art and antiques, is scheduling its next Modern & Contemporary Middle Eastern & South Asian Art auction on Monday 12th October 2009 at the Royal Ballroom at the One & Only Royal Mirage, Dubai.14 September 2009
MyMove Dubai Team Test Dubai Metro
On Saturday last Sep 12th the MyMove team hit the eagerly awaited Metro.
10 September 2009
INDIGO LIVING RESPONDs TO STRONG DEMAND WITH RECRUITMENT DRIVE
Industry leader Indigo Living continues to grow as consumers insist on quality home interior solutions.
05 September 2009
Planning the Key to Successful and Stress Free Relocation
It always has been, and always will. Thorough planning is the key to a successful, prosperous and stress-free relocation to Dubai, and the wider Gulf region
04 September 2009
GULF JOB MARKET SET FOR IMPROVEMENT INTO 2010
With the global economy improving and steady energy prices now is a great time to test the Gulf job market.
03 September 2009
10 GREAT TIPS FOR BUSINESSES SEEKING OFFICE SPACE
If you are moving your business to Dubai, or starting a new venture, deciding on the right office location and cost structure could make the difference between success and....
02 September 2009
ALL ABOARD THE DUBAI METRO!
With the launch of the Middle East’s first automated rail transport system on 09/09/2009. Dubai is witnessing history in the making.
The railway system will be launched in two phases – the Red Line and the Green Line.
