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Millennium Estates Villa Development launched in Dubai

Meydan and G&Co today announced the launch of Millennium Estates, a new luxury residential development set to occupy Meydan’s South Extension. Construction work on...

Do We Really Need a Smart Watch

Apple and Samsung are said to be working on smart watches. Elsewhere, Sony already released a its own version of a smart watch months...

One More Bank Cuts Gold Price Forecast

On Wednesday, Societe Generale revised on the downside its 2013 gold price forecast and respectively silver among precious metals. Among the base metals, the...

Middle East Airlines Predicted to Hit Record Profits in 2013

Airlines based in the Middle East are forecasted to have record-breaking profits of $1.4 million this year. Last year, Middle East airlines managed to...

IATA forecasts small boost to airline industry profitability

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced a modest improvement in its outlook for the 2013 financial performance of the global airline industry...

Yet another bank lowers gold price forecast as downside risks grow

Barclays Capital has reduced its gold price forecast for 2013 to USD 1,646 per oz from USD 1,778 per oz. The bank also lowered...

Five trends for the liquefied natural gas industry in 2013

As the world enters an era of tighter gas markets, the liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry promises hope, with new gas basin discoveries, innovative...

Amazon slashes Kindle Fire HD 8.9” price

Amazon today said that the large-screen version of its best-selling tablet, Kindle Fire HD 8.9" is now available in the UK, Germany, France, Italy,...

Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Rings the Bell for Emirates Sukuk Listing...

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group today rang the opening bell at Dubai Financial...

Top 10 Diamond Mining Companies for 2012

1. Russia: Mirna Mine Mirna Mine is the largest diamond deposit in Russia and one of the largest in the world. The mine is one...

Art Dubai Returns for the Seventh Time to Turn Dubai into...

For the seventh time, Art Dubai will turn the City of Gold into an international art hub. The fair will be held from March...

UAE is the happiest Gulf country

Today, 20th of March, is the first International Day of Happiness. This special day was established last year by UN’s General Assembly. On it,...

Easter and History behind Easter Traditions

For a large part of the world Easter is among the most important holidays of the year. We usually associate it with the Easter...

Science Explains Why Women Wear Make-Up

A new study says that make-up makes women appear younger by increasing the contrast between facial features and skin tone. In fact, our...

Elderly People Who Play Video Games are Happier and Healthier

Video games are often associated with teens or young men. However, that understanding may soon change, because a new study has found that older...

A New Challenge for Mobile Users: Web Data

Mobile devices are now boosting with features and features that offer more convenience and entertainment than ever. The majority of people who own such...

Samsung Also Working on a Smart Watch

Smartphones are currently the most competitive sector in the mobile technology industry. However, soon they may be replaced by smart watches. As rumours of...

Rings with Swarovski elements are a fashion statement

As the summer with its beach parties and fancy holiday dinners knocks on the door,  you most probably would love to get your hands...