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Dubai Expo 2020 Master Plan Revealed
On November 2, 2011 four cities had their bids for Expo 2020 already lodged, with Dubai making the last-minute entry. The delegation from the Bureau International des Expositions visiting Dubai this February to examine the Emirate’s readiness for the largest exposition, was impressed by the infrastructure, and the level of national support. Everyone is looking forward the final assessment, but it seems Dubai’s bid has great chances to win. Read the story »
Sovereign Wealth Funds allocate new assets to private equity
- 20% of Sovereign Wealth Fund new assets allocated to private equity
- Property and infrastructure are not the big SWF ‘alternative investment’ story
Rents in Downtown Dubai fall faster than expected
On May 13, DubaiChronicle.com published an article exploring the probability of rents in Downtown Dubai to fall during the coming summer months. A week later, the grim reality proves the analysis wrong. Rents in Downtown Dubai are falling faster than expected due to freshly released tremendous supply of new spacious units in modern and well equipped, centrally located towers. Read the story »
Ashton Kutcher sheds light on technology industry future
It is not unusual for Hollywood stars to invest in side projects. However, while...
Hugh Jackman: Kids “force you to be real”
When Hugh Jackman strides into a room, everyone takes notice. After all, it’s hard...
Diane von Furstenberg: Travel inspires me
Diane von Furstenberg sometimes feels like a “thief” when she gets inspired...
Economy »
IMF’ MENA Regional Economic Outlook Defines the Road Ahead
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) launched today its Regional Economic Outlook...
Construction »
Dubai’s newest theme park to be ready early 2014
A brand new theme park will soon open doors in Dubai. The facility is called IMG...
Transportation »
Dubai Metro Transports 33.3 Million People in Q1
During the first quarter of 2013, Dubai Metro managed to achieve a significant increase...
Oil & Gas »
Oil market undergoing positive ‘supply shock’: IEA
The oil market is undergoing a positive “supply shock” as production...
Banking »
UAE Central Bank to introduce the Direct Debit System
The Central Bank of UAE has announced the introduction of the ‘Direct Debit System’...
Markets »
Aldar, Sorouh shares will continue trading upward today
Shares of Aldar Properties and Sorouh Real Estate surged in heavy trading yesterday,...
Industries »
Industrial Robotics Market Predicted to Exceed $37 Billion by 2018
The use of robotics in various fields of the industry is on the rise. In addition,...
Technology »
Kindle Invades International Markets
Smartphone or no smartphone, Amazon Inc. is obviously determined to increase its...
The Cultural Observer »
This Weekend in Dubai
You are probably planning to stay at your cool, air-conditioned home this weekend,...
Health »
Respiratory Viruses Threaten to Cause Global Outbreaks
Viral pandemics occur with surprising regularity throughout world history and today...
Education »
DIFC to hosts Internship Open Day
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the financial and business hub connecting...
Kids »
Eating Out with Small Children – Survival Tips
Eating out with small children may seem like a good idea but it can easily turn...
