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Meet the region’s first ever bearcat at The Green Planet, Dubai

25 Jul 2021

The largest animal to ever call Dubai’s only in-door rainforest, The Green Planet “home” has just arrived and guests will now have the rare chance to meet and interact with “Fluffy”— the first ever bearcat to live in the region!

Named after his fluffiness and irresistible cuteness, Fluffy is a 2-year-old boy bearcat, or Binturong, and can live up to 25 years. His species have the name “bearcat” because of their cat-like-head, body like a bear and tail like a monkey (which is... Read More

A contemporary Art Gallery Galloire launches with the Beneath Exhibition

20 Jul 2021

A new Dubai-based art gallery has launched, commencing with an exclusive solo exhibition, BENEATH, by Nick Veasey, the famed British contemporary artist known for his x-ray images of everything from supercars to high-fashion accessories. The award-winning artist, whose work is held in many important private and public museum collections, is being exhibited in the Middle East for the first time.

Just as Veasey seamlessly merges art and technology in his work,... Read More

Sharjah Summer campaign offers safe and unique travel experience

15 Jul 2021

The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) has announced the return of the Sharjah Summer campaign, which will offer an integrated package of distinguished experiences designed to enhance Sharjah’s position as an exceptional and competitive family, cultural, environmental, historical and heritage tourism destination. The campaign, which runs from July 15 to the end of August, is aligned with the Authority’s commitment to launch leading initiatives and create diverse and... Read More

Shopping Malls in Dubai welcome families with amazing events this DSS

15 Jul 2021

Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) is the perfect time of year to visit the city’s mega malls and community shopping destinations, with superb offers and great family entertainment available every day.

Residents and visitors headed to their favourite mall during this year’s DSS will discover a huge range of events and activities designed to capture the imaginations of residents and visitors of all ages.

Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail... Read More

The official portal of the Moscow Government Mos.ru offers now notary appointments

14 Jul 2021

A new online service for making notary appointments has been launched on the mos.ru portal. Thanks to the service, Moscow residents gain online access to a wide range of services, including registration of inheritance, a power of attorney, and a marriage contract.

The service allows Moscow citizens to arrange appointments with a notary online. They no longer need to get in touch with each specialist individually: now they can just choose the desired service, as well as the date and... Read More

UAE: Child left alone in bus dies of suffocation in Ajman

14 Jul 2021

Three-year-old boy dies of suffocation in Ajman after he is left alone in a locked bus for over 4 hours

According to Ajman Police, the child, who was three years and eight months old, had fallen asleep inside the bus and was all alone for at least four hours.

Brigadier Abdullah Saif Al Matrooshi, Director-General of Police Operations at Ajman Police, told that a report was received from Amina Hospital on Monday (July 12) evening, which stated that a boy of Arab origin was... Read More

The Regional and International Cultural Leaders to patronage The Dubai Collection

13 Jul 2021

The Dubai Collection announces today details of the first artworks to be accepted into the recently launched initiative, designed to build an institutional art collection for the Emirate of Dubai through a new and innovative partnership model. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Collection is a community-led and collaborative scheme that allows patrons to lend their works... Read More

Celebrities wear Chopard Haute Joaillerie to Cannes Premiere of 'Three Floors' (Tre Piani)

12 Jul 2021

The Cannes Film Festival kicked off last week, returning to the French Riviera for in-person festivities, running 14 months late, thanks to the pandemic.

Last year's edition was cancelled over the health crisis, and although stars are allowed to go maskless on the red carpet this year, a health pass is required for entrance and many of the glitzy after-parties that are the festival's calling card have been postponed because of distancing measures.

Cannes might be all about the... Read More

DSS to host the ever-popular Amber Millionaire Weekend promotion

12 Jul 2021

There’s lots of exclusive offers and unmissable deals to be found during this edition of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS). Eager shoppers can look forward to big savings and rewards throughout the 10-week retail festival.

This coming weekend, DSS will once again host the ever-popular Amber Millionaire Weekend promotion. Held from 15 to 17 July, Loyalty Programme Members can enjoy fabulous benefits at the most iconic brands around the city as well as have a chance to bag... Read More

Emirates to restart flights from Dubai to Mauritius

11 Jul 2021

Emirates has announced the restart passenger services to Mauritius with two weekly flights from 15 July, as the island country gradually re-opens its borders to international tourists. To serve market demand, the airline has also announced it will deploy its iconic Emirates A380 aircraft to Mauritius starting 1 August. Fully vaccinated travellers can enjoy a relaxing and safe getaway in a list of pre-approved COVID-19 safe resorts across the island.

Emirates' flights to Mauritius will... Read More