A Different Dubai: shopping fatigue could lead to innovation
Now that the world is watching, what can Dubai do to stay in the spotlight? Precious de Leon mulls over the possibilities, looking at how Abu Dhabi is shaping up.
February 5, 2012 5:01
Raja Trad is Dubai Lynx Advertising Person for 2012
The Dubai International Advertising Festival (Dubai Lynx) has awarded Raja Trad, CEO of Leo Burnett Group MENA and member of the Leo Burnett Wordwide Global Leadership Council (GLC) as the Dubai Lynx Advertising Person of the year.
January 22, 2012 11:02
Top 10 must-watch movies of DIFF 2011
In no particular rank, we bring you ten movies you should see during the Dubai International Film Festival. From drama to documentary, here’s our DIFF ‘must-watch’ list.
December 10, 2011 5:28
In Pictures: Emirati Films to look out for this DIFF
We’ve picked some of the most promising films…at least from the outskirts for the 2011 Dubai International Film Festival.
December 5, 2011 3:43
The real reason organisers cut DSS and DSF schedules in half
Maybe there’s been a recognition that Dubai is in a shopping coma, but Precious de Leon thinks plans for shorter festival schedules are more about cost-efficiency and calling this one a spade.
May 8, 2011 5:38
The Six Degrees of Abdullah Khalifa Al Kaabi
Emirati film director Abdullah Khalifa al Kaabi may be having his film screened at the Tribeca Film Festival, but how can we connect him to a top celebrity chef and two controversial novelists?
March 20, 2011 3:53
Fat’s your lot
A website for ‘beautiful people’ has kicked out more than 5,000 members after they over-indulged during the festive season.
January 5, 2010 5:45
Ten facts about Eid al-Adha
For most of the week, the Muslim world will be celebrating Eid al-Adha. Here are ten facts you might not have known about the festival.
December 4, 2008 10:01
An unending night of fireworks
Dubai is starting a new ‘festival’ this Eid to keep the crowds coming. But is its event calendar getting clogged?
September 14, 2008 12:40
Qatar's Leverage Over Banks Is On The Wane
Qatar needs to find a home for billions of dollars raised from gas exports each year, writes Una Galani.
May 22, 2013 9:43
First report by Etisalat covering global footprint
Telecom company exhibits its high impact projects, including Mobile Baby.
May 21, 2013 6:01
Qatar Should Consider More Flexible Exchange Rate - Central Banker
As the World Cup draws closer, Qatar's fiscal spending, its only policy tool, may become difficult to restrict.
May 21, 2013 4:23
Gold iPad at Burj Al Arab
Device to be a “virtual concierge” for luxury hotel's guests.
May 22, 2013 12:04
Minimum wage 'unfair' for employers?
FNC member argues that minimum wage for domestic workers and maids is 'taking advantage' of employers.
May 20, 2013 4:24