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Louis Moinet opened the world’s first boutique in Moscow

15 Oct 2017

The opening of Louis Moinet’s first ever boutique marks a decisive step for the firm. Located in Moscow, the boutique will be operated by Rich Time, Louis Moinet’s historic partner in the city, brand representatives with a unique dynamic whose success has been amply demonstrated in recent years.

At a time when the watchmaking market is barely in the early stages of recovery, this development bears witness to a real growth spurt for Louis Moinet, as its investments in recent years... Read More

Level Shoes hosts Christian Louboutin

15 Oct 2017

As part of the ‘Dear India’ campaign, Level Shoes hosted celebrated designer Christian Louboutin for a talk in-store on his deep love of India. The designer, joined by moderator Ritu Upadhyay uncovered the moments when Christian truly fell in love with India for the first time, at sixteen years old.

As one of the biggest names in the fashion industry, Louboutin spoke about his admiration for India, as well as it’s significant influence on his work as a designer. He explained how the... Read More

Emirates rocks on with new $15m ad campaign (Video)

15 Oct 2017

The National -- Emirates' new US$15 million ad campaign, to boost travel and promote the airline’s network Dubai, features a British rock song described as the most uplifting track in the UK charts in the past 50 years, the carrier said.

Don’t Stop Me Now by Queen, first released 37 years ago, is the soundtrack to the ad that shows key destinations and Emirates’ onboard features, reminiscent of a visual storytelling style that show “a picture within a picture”, according to Emirates... Read More

Montblanc reopened its flagship boutique in Dubai Mall

15 Oct 2017

Montblanc, the international leader in men’s luxury accessories, has reopened its flagship boutique in Dubai Mall, showcasing the new Neo-concept boutique design currently being rolled out globally. The official opening was marked at an evening event attended by 150 VIP customers, media and friends of the Maison on Wednesday, 11th October, and hosted by Nicolas Baretzki, Chief Executive Officer of Montblanc International.

Reflecting the essence of Montblanc as the Maison of Fine... Read More

Dubai among world's most powerful cities for talent, business

15 Oct 2017

Gulf News -- Dubai has been ranked for the first time among the world’s most powerful cities for attracting expatriates and businesses.

In the latest Global Power City Index, which rates nearly 50 cities according to their “magnetism” or power to attract enterprises and human capital from around the world, Dubai was ranked the most powerful city in the Middle East and 23rd place globally, ahead of some popular destinations in the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia.

Region’s first hydrogen refuelling station opens in Dubai

15 Oct 2017

Gulf News -- A Japanese automaker is testing hydrogen cars on UAE roads and a fuel station has been unveiled to generate public interest for zero-emission vehicles.

Al Futtaim Motors, the country’s Toyota dealership, unveiled the first hydrogen refilling station in the region on Wednesday to promote this breed of green vehicles to be introduced in the UAE in the future.

This is the future of sustainable mobility, Al Futtaim Motors said, although it could still take “several... Read More

UAE terminates diplomatic presence with North Korea

14 Oct 2017

Reuters -- The UAE terminated its diplomatic presence of the UAE non-resident ambassador to the Republic of North Korea on Thursday.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation said the measure fits within the country's responsibility as a member of the international community and called for a unified front against the Asian country's nuclear programme.

The move also indicates the country's keenness to join international efforts to stop the proliferation of... Read More

Geostorm: Hollywood disaster film starring Dubai set to open in UAE (Video)

14 Oct 2017

A new disaster film showing Dubai getting battered by a freak wave is set to open in UAE cinemas on October 19.

Geostorm, starring Hollywood star Gerard Butler, shows the Dubai coast, along with other cities across the world, being hit by huge wave.

Novo Cinemas, Cine Royal and Vox Cinemas all list the October 19 opening date.

In the movie, global leaders create a network of satellites to control the global climate and keep everyone safe following a series of natural... Read More

Etihad Airways lets six-year-old boy become pilot for a day (Video)

14 Oct 2017

The National -- For most young boys, the dream career would be following Cristiano Ronaldo as the world's best footballer, or a title-winning racing driver like Lewis Hamilton.

For those not totally sold on the idea of sports or pop stardom, becoming a pilot would be the perfect way to spend one's adult years, soaring across the skies and wearing the distinctive uniform.

Adam Mohammad Amer, aged just six, has already turned his dreams into a reality after giving the pilots... Read More

Dubai Hosts the 12th Annual Congress of Natalie Tours’ Managers

13 Oct 2017

The 12th Annual Congress of Natalie Tours’ managers started up in Dubai. Held at the majestic Atlantis the Palm 5*, the event brought together over two hundred CEOs and owners of Russian travel agencies, who have shown the best sales performance in the UAE destination during this year.

For two decades now, the leading Russian tour operator with a 25-year history of work in the Russian travel services market has been holding this event to award best sellers, discuss further... Read More