The World’s Most Expensive iPhones

As Apple releases the iPhone 5S, we look at the priciest (and most bling) iPhones that money can buy.

Abu Dhabi Employees In Fix Over Losing Dubai Life

The Abu Dhabi government has ruled that public sector employees in the capital have to live within the city.

In France, A Tax-Free Property Empire Owned By Qatar

Around 40 properties in France are owned by Qataris, with total investment amounting to around $7.8 billion over the past decade, found Reuters.

Oman’s Entrepreneur Ecosystem Needs Strong Government Push

Oman’s entrepreneurs can add value to the government’s job creation efforts, if given adequate support.

V Shankar, Standard Chartered CEO: It’s The Economy, Stupid

Focusing on business, not politics is the only way out of the vicious Arab unrest circle, says group executive director and CEO of Standard Chartered, EMEA.

Five Minutes with… Jihad El Eit, Founder And CEO, Manoushe Street

The home-cooked style restaurant is planning to expand across the UAE and the wider region, says El Eit.

How To Rule The World Like… Catherine Middleton

Catherine Middleton is the Duchess of Cambridge.

Where Should UAE NRIs Invest In India?

As the Indian rupee continues its free-fall, Gulf Business tracks the best investment options in India for NRIs.

Brazil And Dubai: A Growing Beauty Connection

Latin beauty firms have found a goldmine export market in Dubai and the Middle East.

Why The GCC Needs New Skills Formation Systems – Now

Wes Schwalje, chief operating officer at Tahseen Consulting, says swift action must be taken to create sustainable jobs and develop the region into a truly global knowledge economy.

5 Minutes With… Chris Buncombe, Co-Founder & Director, Halcyon Events

Halcyon Events, a luxury hospitality company, operates concierge style packages to Grands Prixs around the world.

Intrapreneurship In MENA’s Public Sector

Forming mini-start ups within the government could jump start creativity and fuel jobs, say Bessma Momani, associate professor at the University of Waterloo, and Mehrunisa Qayyum, founder of PITAPOLICY Consulting.

Strike On Syria Could Trigger Retaliatory Attacks, Cyberwar

A US-led cruise missile attack on Syria in response to its alleged use of chemical weapons, seems increasingly likely in the coming days.

Web-Based Apps Pose Tricky Problem For Saudi Monitors

The number of Twitter users in Saudi Arabia nearly doubled in six months to 2.9 million in July 2012, amounting to a little over 10 per cent of the population

Corporate Governance Is Not Just For A Company’s Board

Subsidiary governance is crucial, according to Hawkamah, the Institute for Corporate Governance in the MENA region.

An Arab Buys Your Football Club – Good Or Bad?

Does the sudden input of wealth from the Middle East region guarantee success? Recent history would suggest the results are mixed.

TIMELINE: Qatar World Cup 2022 Controversies

A look at the roller-coaster ride of Qatar’s 2022 World Cup bid, and the allegations made since.

Can You Take Legal Action In The UAE If Your Phone Is Faulty?

Data lost cannot be replaced or compensated through legal means, say experts.

REVEALED: The Best Restaurants In Dubai

Dubai’s best restaurants as ranked by the What’s On Black Hat Guide 2013.

Wooing The Wealthy – StanChart’s Head Of Private Banking, EMEASA

Stephen Evans, SCB’s head of private banking for Europe, Middle East, Africa and South Asia, reveals why Dubai is set to become a global private banking hub.

Should You Pull Out From Dubai’s Stock Market?

The Dubai Financial Market dropped seven per cent on Tuesday following reports of a possible Western strike in Syria.

Are You Ready To Do Business With China?

Be aware of cultural differences, writes Barbara Wang, Ashridge Business School programme director and China representative.

First Look Pictures: The Galleria, Abu Dhabi’s New Luxury Mall

The luxurious destination features 100 retail and high-end F&B outlets spread across 33,000 sq metres.

UAE, Qatar’s MSCI Upgrade Makes A Hit

As regional confidence improves, Standard & Poor’s is looking to increase its presence in the region.

5 Mins With… The Co-Founder of Philip Stein

Will A. Stein, president of well-being firm Phiip Stein, says 2013 will be a year of growth.

Syria’s Shameful Milestone: One Million Refugee Children

Syria’s ongoing conflict simply has to stop, write UNHCR’s António Guterres and UNICEF’s Anthony Lake.

Bahrain: The Long Road Ahead

The island’s once vibrant economy was paralysed by violent pro-democracy protests which deterred foreign investment and crimped tourism. Where does it stand today?

New UAE Telco Will Cost Incumbents Profits And Jobs ­– Analysts

As the latest network sharing agreement flops, is now the time to end the UAE telco duopoly?

Four Steps For Winning Brands

Marketers need to be interactive, responsive and authentic, writes Ambrish Chaudhry, executive director of strategy at The Brand Union.

Airbus Heralds Middle East Growth

Top executives from the European manufacturer praise GCC airlines for their use of the A380 and launching the new A350.