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Bvlgari Serpenti through the eyes of Alexander Wang
Thursday, August 22, 2019The Alexander Wang x Bvlgari reinterprets the Iconic Serpenti Forever Bag and the concept of packaging as luxury. Inspired by Bvlgari’s heritage and blending Wang’s signature high-low approach, the focal point of the collection is to use traditional packaging components including the watch box, the dust bag and the paper shopping bag along with a vintage-inspired… Bvlgari Serpenti through the eyes of Alexander Wang
A few puffs on a nicotine-free e-cigarette impedes blood vessel function, study finds
Wednesday, August 21, 2019A new study has revealed alarming changes in blood vessel function among healthy people who smoked an e-cigarette for the first time. The US research, carried out on 31 adults who had never vaped or smoked before, reported significant changes in the blood flow within the femoral artery in the leg. According to the results,… A few puffs on a nicotine-free e-cigarette impedes blood vessel function, study finds
Netflix show Sacred Games apologises for screening UAE resident’s mobile number
Wednesday, August 21, 2019Netflix has apologised to a UAE resident after he was bombarded with phone calls when one of their top shows accidentally screened his mobile number. Kunhabdulla CM, from India, revealed he had been forced to switch off his phone after receiving more than 200 calls from fans from around the world. Writers from the smash-hit… Netflix show Sacred Games apologises for screening UAE resident’s mobile number
Emirates named most popular UAE brand in annual YouGov study
Wednesday, August 21, 2019Emirates Airline has once again been named the top brand for consumers in the UAE, according to a new study. The Dubai airline came first for the third year in a row in YouGov’s BrandIndex annual brand health rankings. YouGov said the rankings are compiled by taking into account “consumers’ perception of a brand’s overall… Emirates named most popular UAE brand in annual YouGov study
Islamic New Year to be marked with public holiday in UAE
Tuesday, August 20, 2019The UAE will mark Islamic New Year next weekend and residents are anticipating a day off. The country’s human resources authority said public and private sector workers will enjoy a public holiday on Muharram 1, Hijri 1441. That date in the Islamic calendar falls on Saturday or Sunday, leading many to anticipate a holiday on… Islamic New Year to be marked with public holiday in UAE
The largest traffic generators as well as newer high-potential segments have set a strong preparatory pace to fuel Dubai’s climb to becoming the most visited global destination
Tuesday, August 20, 2019WAM – Dubai welcomed 8.36 million international overnight visitors in the first six months (January-June) of 2019, posting a positive three percent in tourism volume growth compared to the same period last year, according to the latest data released by Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing,Dubai Tourism. The new figures reinforce the continued strength… The largest traffic generators as well as newer high-potential segments have set a strong preparatory pace to fuel Dubai’s climb to becoming the most visited global destination
Etihad Airways most punctual airline in Middle East, figures show
Monday, August 19, 2019WAM – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, was the most punctual Middle Eastern carrier in the first seven months of 2019. New figures produced by the aviation data company OAG show that Etihad was the only Middle Eastern carrier whose punctuality averaged more than 80 per cent for flights across… Etihad Airways most punctual airline in Middle East, figures show
Jaeger-Lecoultre to be main sponsor of the 76th Venice International Film Festival
Monday, August 19, 2019Maintaining its commitment to the culture of filmmaking and the preservation of cinematic heritage, La Grande Maison will celebrate the 15th anniversary of its partnership with the Venice International Film Festival this year. As main sponsor of the Film Festival, Jaeger-LeCoultre will be actively involved in all of its highlights, adorning the stars with its… Jaeger-Lecoultre to be main sponsor of the 76th Venice International Film Festival
Rusnano to promote nanotechnology products in Gulf countries
Sunday, August 18, 2019TASS – The Fund for Infrastructure and Educational Programs of Rusnano and Nano Imports General Trading LLC, registered in the Emirate of Dubai (UAE), have signed an agreement to promote Russian nanotechnology and related high-tech sectors’ products in the Gulf countries, the Fund’s press service said on Wednesday. The parties intend to facilitate the implementation of… Rusnano to promote nanotechnology products in Gulf countries
Dubai to witness Middle East’s first dinosaur skeleton auction with initial value of AED 14 million
Saturday, August 17, 2019WAM – A massive 155-million-year-old dinosaur skeleton will be up for grabs for lovers of rare collectibles as Emirates Auction announced it will organize the Middle East’s first auction to sell the giant dinosaur skeleton. The online auction will be staged by Emirates Auction, the leading company in the field of auctions in the Middle… Dubai to witness Middle East’s first dinosaur skeleton auction with initial value of AED 14 million
