UAE

February 28, 2013

flydubai has launched a cargo service to the UAE
12:44 GMT

Low-cast airline flydubai has launched a cargo service to Russia.

Etihad Airways said on Wednesday it has bought three pairs of Indian carrier, Jet Airways’ slots of London Heathrow airport slots
08:53 GMT

Etihad Airways said on Wednesday it has bought three pairs of Indian carrier, Jet Airways’ slots of London Heathrow airport slots for $70 million.

The Cartoon Network Zone, a new theme park, is set to open in Dubai, the UAE-based newspaper Gulf News on Wednesday.(Courtesy Cartoon Network)
05:30 GMT

The Cartoon Network Zone, a new theme park, is set to open in Dubai, the UAE-based newspaper Gulf News on Wednesday.

February 27, 2013

Surprise, intrique and overcoming the impossible await Kuwaiti actress Muna in her new drama.
11:40 GMT

Renowned Kuwaiti actress Muna Shadad has begun filming the first scenes of her new television drama “Muhal” (The Impossible) written by Wael Najm.

Etihad Rail has secured key finding to finance signature rail projects
08:25 GMT

Etihad Rail – the developer and operator of the UAE’s national railway network – has secured financing of $1.28 billion for key railway projects.

Franco Dragone, theatre director.
07:38 GMT

Legendary theatre director, Franco Dragone, is all set to debut his show ‘Story of a Fort, Legacy of a Nation'.

He's back: Taboo's ready to give Dubai's VIPs a show to remember this Friday
07:07 GMT

The two DJs are ready to rock Dubai this March.

February 26, 2013

Barcelona extend etisalat sponsorship deal
22:18 GMT

Abu Dhabi-based telecommunications group etisalat has extended its sponsorship deal with FC Barcelona until the end of June 2017.

Myriam covered up for a visit to Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Zayed Mosque (Photo: Facebook)
10:20 GMT

Myriam Fares is usually strutting around in next to nothing but recently the Lebanese sexpot showed a rare display of modesty when she covered up for a trip to Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Zayed Mosque.

Michael W. Smith
09:58 GMT

When it comes to soul-stirring gospel music with rock star flare, no one does it quite like Michael W. Smith. And this Friday the superstar performer will be wowing crowds in Abu Dhabi.

February 25, 2013

Part-Abu Dhabi owned oil and gas company OMV posted a 25 per cent jump in revenues after revising production in Libya
08:41 GMT

The Austrian oil and gas company OMV, which is part-owned by Abu Dhabi, posted a 25 per cent jump in revenues after reviving production in Libya that had been wiped out during the 2011 uprising that ousted the Gaddafi regime from power.

Stone Concert Gary Mounfield, better known as Mani, from the acclaimed English band The Stone Roses performed live in Dubai.
08:09 GMT

The Manchester rock group haven't played together for the last 10 years but that didn't stop them hitting the high notes in Dubai.

Actor Chris Tucker speaks onstage at the Independent Spirit Awards on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, in Santa Monica, Calif.
07:39 GMT

The U.S. star will be heading to the Gulf for his first stop on the global tour.

Dubai hotspot Cavalli is donning the gladrags and putting on its very own Hollywood show for Sunday night’s Oscars extravaganza as are Wellington Primary's Year 2 class...
07:22 GMT

The glitzy emirate decides to re-create the magic of the Oscars in the Middle East.

Anastacia is reportedly set to perform at the Dubai World Cup after-race concert
05:19 GMT

American singer Anastacia is set to take center stage at the after-race concert at the Dubai World Cup next month.