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Silver correction limited

Silver was able to hold on to most of the week’s gains, but still registered a 1.6% loss Friday.

Gold to remain volatile

Gold erased four days of gains on Friday on the back of much stronger than expected US employment growth, a rebound in the dollar...

Oil market coops well with threat of interruption in oil supplies

Oil rallied for the first time in six sessions last Friday with the help of much stronger than anticipated US jobs data. The improved prospects...

2011 MENA M&A deal volumes up by 4%; values decrease by...

Total Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) deal volumes in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region registered a rise of 4% last year, from 401 in 2010 to 416 in 2011

Emirates cancels flights to London Heathrow

 Following a directive by airport authorities, a reduced operating schedule will be in place at London Heathrow on February 5, 2012 due to expected...

Dubai’s top entertainment venue achieved 155,000 visitors on Friday

Global Village witness unprecedented turnout from visitors from all nationalities and achieved a new record of 155 Thousand visitors last Friday.

Gold, silver, palladium, platinum outlook

Gold, silver, palladium, platinum outlook seriously bullish in the week ahead, according to ENBD's latest report.

Dubai FDI brings in AED3.44 billion, 77 companies in 2011

Dubai FDI, the foreign investment office in the Department of Economic Development in Dubai, succeeded in attracting and promoting 77 companies in the emirate during 2011.

Eat away skin inflammation

Winter can be harsh on skin even in Dubai, heightening its sensitivity and causing dryness, eczema and inflammation.

17th UAE Terry Fox Run to fund 7 cancer research projects

Terry Fox Run Abu Dhabi will collaborate with Al Ain, Dubai and The Northern Emirates counterparts in funding 7 cancer research projects over AED2.3 million

Emirates airline adds fifth US gateway

Emirates airline, one of the fastest growing airlines in the world, launched its new service from Dallas/Fort Worth to Dubai today.

New sports collectibles store offers sought-after memorabilia

Sports fans can now find items from major sports leagues and sporting events available from reputable sellers

Middle East injects US$180 billion into 113 new power, water, energy...

New power, water, and energy projects valued at US$180 billion are underway or at the planning stages in the Middle East

US $1,725 business deals sealed during AEEDC

AEEDC Dubai Conference and Exhibition concluded today after three days of business, scientific and entertainment activities

Valentine’s Day at Dubai Marina Mall

Dubai Marina Mall celebrates Valentine’s Day from February 8 to 18, by offering visitors a special Valentine themed market located at the heart of...

Call for Regional Shipping & Ports sector to seek new frontiers...

With the continued unpredictability of world markets, the shipping and port industry needs to watch for new frontiers for growth and emerging new patterns...

Beauty Salon: Small business ideas incubator

Your favorite beauty salon successfully can function as a small business ideas incubator for entrepreneurial minds.

Kanye West to film in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Doha

Kanye West, the multi-platinum rapper and Twitter super-user, reportedly is planning a new film project in the Middle East. After the success of Tom...