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Best-selling Products of 2011, Amazon

The following are the best-selling products on Amazon.com in 2011 (based on total units sold)

Rise of the Cloud: Cloud Computing Imperative 2012

Global studies prove that 'cloud computing services' could add US $800bn in net new business revenue by end of 2013. The time when...

Sentiment for gold and silver bullish

While the dollar may not see a significant correction soon, and is likely to continue to gain against the euro as the eurozone crisis persists, the negative effects of a stronger dollar on gold are likely to be largely diminished in 2012, allowing the bullish macro drivers to dictate price action

Unified physical activity curriculum across Dubai schools

Future plans and implement international best practice guidelines for school physical activity and to introduce a unified physical activity curriculum across all Dubai schools.

Hunger, drive and ambition most important when hiring, employers

An employer poll conducted by region's number one job site, has revealed that 28.8% of employers in the Middle East look for 'hunger, drive and ambition' as the most important factors when making a hiring decision.

Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi to host French Embassy in UAE

His Highness Sheikh Suroor Bin Mohammed Al Nahyan and French Ambassador in the U.A.E., His Excellency Alain Azouaou, sign lease agreement for two floors in the commercial tower of Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi

Emirates Competitiveness Council holds first board meeting after restructuring

The restructured board of the Emirates Competitiveness Council (ECC) held its first meeting at the Banyan Tree Hotel in Ras Al Khaimah in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi

du launches Music Store

Du has introduced its new mobile music proposition called the Music Store, a subscription-based music download service.

Abu Dhabi remains dedicated to diversification of the local economy in...

In 2012, governmental efforts in Abu Dhabi remain dedicated to investing in the diversification of the local economy.

UAE ranked 30th globally in Human Development Index

The UAE has been ranked the thirtieth among 187 countries, according to the index of human development world report 2011 released by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

Thousands head to Night Souq in its first days

Thousands of shoppers are making a bee-line to the Night Souq, the unique DSF attraction that has given a new dimension to shopping in...

World premiere of Bollywood ‘Players’ in Dubai

Zee Aflam marked its partnership of the world premiere of Players, a Bollywood heist movie starring A-list stars Abhishek Bachchan, Bipasha Basu, Sonam Kapoor and Neil Nitin Mukesh, in Dubai on Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at Grand Cineplex.

Dubai announced 12 billion AED mega solar energy project

The Supreme Council of Energy (SCE) for Dubai has launched the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. This is a leading project implemented by the SCE and managed and operated by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA).

Steelfab 2012 begins at Expo Centre Sharjah

This optimism was clearly visible as the eighth edition of the region's premier steel fabrication show - SteelFab 2012 - got off to a rousing start at Expo Centre Sharjah on January 9, 2012

Opportunity to develop local asset-management industry

The accumulated assets of a UAE pensions system would probably run into hundreds of billions of dollars, granting a significant opportunity to develop a local asset-management industry.

World Solar Car Challenge 2011 winner to debut at World Future...

Tokai Challenger, winner of the 2009 and 2011 World Solar Challenge, the world's premier race for solar cars, is set to make its Middle East debut at the World Future Energy Summit from January 16.

Penalties on businesses in Dubai reduced

His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai , with his capacity issue decree to reduce penalties on businesses in Dubai.

Global Village concluded 2011 with 2 million visitors

Car queues reached 10km on Emirates road during the first two days of the Dubai Shopping festival 2012 Global Village, member of TECOM Investments and...