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Mubadala announces rent deferment for ADGM Square tenants

17 May 2020

The Real Estate and Infrastructure arm of Mubadala Investment Company, the Abu Dhabi-based sovereign investor have announced the rent deferment plans for ADGM Square. This is part of Mubadala’s ‘We Are Dedicated’ campaign and aims to support ADGM Square commercial tenants currently leasing office spaces in the four towers, Al Khatem, Al Sila, Al Maqam, Al Sarab. The campaign launched in April in response to the economic impact brought on by the COVID-19 virus outbreak in the UAE.

Louvre Abu Dhabi and anghami Release Curated Playlists Inspired by the Museum’s Collection

17 May 2020

Louvre Abu Dhabi, in partnership with anghami, the MENA region’s largest music streaming app, launched the first playlists of a series starting their new collaboration Louvre Abu Dhabi x anghami. The partnership will see the curation of audio playlists with a bespoke selection of soundtracks that respond to different themes, moods and inspirations found in Louvre Abu Dhabi’s collections.

“Our partnership with anghami is a testament to our... Read More

Dubai Airports CEO speaks out on post-COVID-19 recovery plans

17 May 2020

Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths today confirmed that while the airport operator is taking appropriate measures to control costs, optimise liquidity, facilitate cargo and repatriation flights and prepare for a timely and proportionate activation of facilities and services at Dubai International (DXB) to support the resumption of scheduled traffic, the timing and the speed of air traffic recovery will ultimately depend on the development of a vaccine or treatment for COVID-19.

UAE announces 747 new coronavirus cases and 398 recoveries

16 May 2020

The UAE Ministry of Health announced 747 new coronavirus case on Friday, bringing the total to 21,831, while two deaths were reported as well, bringing the fatalities' toll up to 210.

In a statement, the Ministry of Health affirmed its aim to expand the scope of testing nationwide to facilitate the early detection of coronavirus cases and carry out the necessary treatment.

As part of its intensified testing campaign, the ministry detected 747 new coronavirus cases, bringing the... Read More

VOX Cinemas’ newest experience will open to the public on Sunday 17 May

15 May 2020

Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, is delighted to announce the launch of the VOX Cinemas Drive-in on the rooftop of Mall of the Emirates. Developed in response to the temporary closure of cinemas, and in support of the government re-opening parts of the economy in a safe manner, the new experience will open to the public on Sunday 17 May so that movie lovers can enjoy the magic of cinema from the... Read More

Mohammed bin Rashid grants Golden Visa to 212 DHA doctors

14 May 2020

Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued directives to grant 10-year Golden Visas to 212 doctors of various specialisations working for the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) as a token of appreciation for their efforts in the fight against COVID-19 and their selfless dedication to caring for infected patients.

Sheikh Mohammed expressed his appreciation for the efforts of medical, nursing and... Read More

Dubai’s iconic Gold Souk reopens its doors to customers

14 May 2020

With Dubai gradually rolling out measured steps to resume economic activities across sectors following the success of its robust response to the COVID-19 crisis, the emirate’s iconic Gold Souk has started welcoming visitors to its jewellery stores.

The reopening of the popular tourist destination on 26 April follows the easing of restrictions on movement in Naif and Al Ras and the announcement by the Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group (DGJG), the trade body for the gold and diamond... Read More

The New MB&F x L’Epée Starfleet Explorer Futuristic Clock

13 May 2020

Six years after the launch of the Starfleet Machine, the first clock co-created by MB&F and L'Epée 1839, a new expedition is underway. The space station returns in 2020, in a more compact size and enhanced with bright colours, accompanied by a fleet of three small spacecraft exploring the universe; it rightfully bears the name of Starfleet Explorer.

Designed by MB&F, the Starfleet Explorer is an intergalactic spaceship-cum-table clock crafted by L’Epée 1839, the last remaining... Read More

Emirates resumes passenger flights to 9 destinations, including connections between UK and Australia

13 May 2020

Emirates has announced its plan to operate scheduled flight services from 21 May to nine destinations: London Heathrow Frankfurt, Paris, Milan, Madrid, Chicago, Toronto, Sydney and Melbourne.* The airline will also offer connections in Dubai for customers travelling between the UK and Australia.

These flights will be available for booking on emirates.com.

Travellers will only be accepted on these flights if they comply with the eligibility and entry criteria requirements of... Read More

Blancpain and Fregate Island Private release short film presenting joint conservation efforts

13 May 2020

Since 2018, Blancpain and Fregate Island Private have joined forces to study, restore and preserve the marine environment around the island. Coralive.org and BlueNomads.org led the field projects with additional support from the Green Islands Foundation, and the Seychelles Conservation and Climate Adaptation Trust. A new short film illustrates these efforts.

Fregate Island is the easternmost of the granitic Inner Islands of the Seychelles. It is home to the exclusive Fregate Island... Read More