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UAE Islamic banks account for 30% of global Islamic Banking industry

UAE Islamic financial services sector represented 30% of the global Islamic banking industry in 2011

Silver outshone gold

Last week, silver extended its gains for the third consecutive week taking its cue from gold. The past year’s volatility had many investors reduce demand for...

Top Trends for UAE Real Estate in 2012

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), a real estate investment and advisory firm, today released its ‘Top Trends for UAE Real Estate in 2012’.

Global Village organizes Pavilions Bazaar for 4 days

Global Village organized a pavilions Bazaar taking place on Jan 22 from 4-11pm at the Cultural Hub

Union Railway project gets ahead

The Union Railway Company was initially set up with a capital of Dh1 billion.

CNNArabic.com celebrates 10 years of coverage

CNN marks a significant milestone in the history of CNNArabic.com, as it marks 10 years since it began providing news in Arabic

Gold prices continue on the way up

Market analysts expect gold to extend its gains, provided it stays above its 200-day moving average.

Private notary public draft law approved

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai chaired today a Cabinet...

Emirati women impress Young Future Energy Leaders Theater

At the 2012 World Future Energy Summit, a group of young Emirati women showed how they are leading the way on energy and climate change

Dubai: Financial Crisis Assessment

Renewed threat of recession in Europe would certainly have an impact on Dubai economy

Opportunities for private investors in public transport

Dubai's government has cleared the way for private investors to enter the emirate’s public transport sector

KidZania celebrates 2nd anniversary and DSF

Celebrations coincide with Dubai Shopping Festival KidZania® to be divided into seven continents, with themed décor and activities Entertainment activities and chance to win Treasure Chest...

Perfect Valentine’s Day gifts

Luxury jewellery pieces are suitable for all occasions and with its whimsical heart motif, it’s a perfect choice for Valentine’s

Stunning acrobatic shows daily at the Global Village

Chinese Shandong Acrobatic Troupe at Global Village attracts thousands of visitors from different nationalities and ages every day.

Fashion house Louis Vuitton supports Italian film school

Louis Vuitton has recently formed an academic partnership with Italy’s oldest school of cinema.

How to choose the perfect wedding dress

Getting your bridal dress right Your wedding dress is one of the most important things to you on your wedding day. It influences your...

Top 10 motivational tips for fitness

Top tips to keep you motivated for fitness and exercise so, nothing stands in your way.

Global leaders tour At the Top, Burj Khalifa

The President of Kosovo Atifete Jahjaga, the Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao and the Deputy Prime Minister, Ministry of Economy of Poland Waldemar Pawlak visited...