Physical And Mental Tips For Top Business Form

A physical, mental and spiritual balance is vital to business says Dr. Corrie Block, a regional business development consultant based in Dubai.

Morsi Fallout: Egypt’s Stock Markets

How have Egypt’s markets reacted to the second presidential ousting in as many years?

Underwater Hotels – Unique Concept, But Are They Profitable?

Tea Ros, managing director at Strategic Hotel Consulting, examines the challenges developers face in underwater construction.

Top 10 Summer Destinations For UAE Residents

A look at popular destinations for UAE residents this summer, according to Emirates Holidays.

Gulf Billions Buy Egypt Economy Breathing Space

Saudi Arabia and the UAE have offered Egypt $8 billion in grants and loans, while Kuwait has pledged a further $4 billion.

30 Seconds On The Business Of Sports Caps

Gulf Business speaks to Paul Gils, EMEA vice president at New Era.

The Egyptian Rebel Who “Owns” Tahrir Square

A bunch of kids in T-shirts changed the course of the Arab world’s most populous nation by mobilising mass protests against the ruling Muslim Brotherhood.

Revealed: The World’s Most Expensive Baby Gifts

As the UK eagerly awaits William and Kate’s royal baby, Gulf Business peeks into the gift baskets of other high-profile celebrity babies.

The GCC’s Future Generation Of Rulers

Following the ascension of Qatar’s Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, who will join him in the future in leading the Gulf states?

Top 10 Iftars In Dubai

A list of the top iftars around Dubai this Ramadan and what they charge along with their major attractions.

Five Minutes With…Dr Markus Wiesner, CEO, Aon Hewitt Middle East

Middle East HR practices have improved but still need to catch-up with more mature markets, says the CEO of Aon Hewitt ME.

Five Marketing Tips For Brands During Ramadan

Marketers should focus on social media campaigns as residents spend more time on social networking platforms during the holy month.

Does Egypt’s Crisis Represent A Failure Of Democracy?

Ousting an elected president by the military, without an election, is unquestionably undemocratic, say analysts.

Why Crowdfunding Is The New Black

SMEs cannot thrive without the financial fuel of crowd-funding, says Nasser Saidi, former chief economist of the DIFC.

How To Rule The World Like… Larry Ellison

Larry Ellison is the CEO and co-founder of US-based computer technology company Oracle.

People Leave Companies Because Of Their Managers

Employees leave organisations because they don’t receive attention from their bosses, writes management expert Debbie Nicol.

Book Review: Taking The High Road

Ram Buxani’s autobiography paints an honest and credible account of his life in business, family and in the Sindhi community.

Egypt To Swear In Interim Leader, Ousted President Mursi Held

Adli Mansour, chief justice at Cairo’s constitutional court, will replace temporarily Mursi as head of state.

Egypt: A Timeline – Mubarak to Morsi

A look back at the past 12 months of Mohamed Morsi’s reign in power.

Exclusive Interview: GEMS Chairman Sunny Varkey Talks Profits And Philanthropy

In a rare interview, the founder of the world’s largest private schools company takes on his critics, and reveals his ambition to save the world from bad education.

Foreign Companies “Don’t Understand” MENA Market

A retail expert from Manchester Business School, Dubai, warns foreign businesses to take their expansion plans seriously.

The UAE’s Growing Ties With Ethiopia

With so much opportunity for both parties, will the UAE overcome its impasse with Ethiopia over air travel and illegal nannies?

Should We Lead Human Beings Differently?

Nicolai Tillisch argues that new, significant research into human psychology will affect the standards for leading people, especially in the Gulf.

The Best Airport Lounges In The World

Gulf Business looks at the finest first class and business class lounges on the planet.

Saudi Special Report: Shifting Sands

Facing economic risk from the Eurozone and US, oil price volatility, and regional political uncertainty, will Saudi Arabia continue to make foreign investors wary?

Anti-Bribery And Corruption Legislation In The Middle East

Are international anti-bribery and corruption laws relevant to MENA companies? Two experts debate the issue.

Immolation In Riyadh Exposes Plight Of Arab Stateless In Saudi Arabia

A watermelon seller died after he set himself on fire in Riyadh last month.

Former Qatari PM Drove Bold, Maverick Foreign Policy

Sheikh Hamad was replaced as prime minister and foreign minister in a cabinet reshuffle following the accession of 33-year-old Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani as emir.

Mobile Advertising Calls For Profits

With many GCC consumers now owning two handsets, mobile advertising represents a golden untapped opportunity.

The Makings Of A Solar Superpower?

Solar power is supercharging the alternative energy industry, but can the Middle East become a leading global provider?