UAE’s Ministry of Education announces winter holidays for private, public schools

A separate KHDA directive has stated that all private schools in Dubai are expected to resume classes on January 5

Restaurant review: Aya, Dubai

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What global watch fairs can learn from Dubai Watch Week

The event brought together watch industry titans, collectors, enthusiasts and the public to further reinforce a culture of appreciation for luxury timepieces in the region

Highlights from the Dubai International Motor Show

Concepts were showcased, production models unveiled and ideas for the future of the car manufacturing industry – and the role of women in it – were discussed

Sole DXB 2019: Reebok to unveil exclusive Pyer Moss collection

Kerby Jean-Raymond will be participating in a panel discussion on Friday at 4.30pm

Does Dr. Google cut it?

While technology is expected to outsmart human intellect and benefit society in the longer run, can online resources supersede qualified physicians

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Interview: Patrick Pruniaux, CEO of Ulysse Nardin and Girard-Perregaux

Patrick Pruniaux isn’t insular in his worldview of Swiss watches and what the industry is really up against

Revealed: Top 5 spots in the UAE to enjoy a 48% discount on National Day

Many entertainment destinations, hotels and service providers in the UAE have aligned their promotions to hail the ’48th’ National Day

Motorist in Ras Al Khaimah drives at 236kph, arrested

Legal action was sought against the driver, while his vehicle was confiscated

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All you need to know about Dubai Watch Week

The fourth edition of the biennial Dubai Watch Week returns this month from November 20 – November 24.

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Sustainable menswear in the Middle East

An increasing number of menswear brands, both in the Middle East and globally, are embracing sustainability. But will more follow suit?

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Review: 3BK, Armani Hotel Dubai

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Travel: 36 hours in Syracuse

A historic Grecian city with well-honed Italian cultural traditions

Emirates Airline Festival of Literature announces 2020 lineup

Tickets to the event go on sale to the public on November 14

Damac chairman purchases Roberto Cavalli

Vision Investment Company, controlled by the Damac chairman, purchased the Italian fashion house in a deal reportedly valued at €160m

LVMH in talks to acquire Tiffany & Co

Reported suggest that LVMH has offered about $14.5bn, or $120 a share – about 22 per cent more than the October 25 closing price

Saudi prince behind $450m Da Vinci also buys Kusama Pumpkins

Yayoi Kusama’s “All the Eternal Love I Have for the Pumpkins” is on view at Miami’s Institute of Contemporary Art

Old gets (fashionably) new: how Jonathan Marc Stein plans to bring old-school glam to Arab Fashion Week

The Los Angeles-based designer is one of several rising international stars showing at this year’s Arab Fashion Week

Watch: Sheikha Hoor Al Qasimi takes over late brother’s Qasimi fashion label

Sharjah Art Foundation succeeds her brother Khalid, who died in July

Video: Mariah Carey to perform free Dubai concert to mark one year until Expo 2020

Singer will perform on October 20 with Hussain Al Jassmi at Burj Park

Video: Lana Del Rey coming to UAE for Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Formula 1 race

EDM superstar Marshmello also announced

Dubai announces long-term visas for artists, authors

Sheikh Mohammed also approved establishing Al Quoz in Dubai as a “creative free zone”

Kohler launches first Middle East boutique showroom in Abu Dhabi – and talking toilets

First in region launched as company expands into ‘smart bathrooms’

Etihad plane finds new life as holiday rental

An old Etihad A319 has been converted into a holiday rental in the UK

Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi sets new world record

New world record for largest gathering of people wearing capes

Video: Bruno Mars to headline Abu Dhabi New Year’s celebrations

The crooner is one of a number of big-name acts coming to the UAE to close out the year

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How Dubai-based Kachins became a leading homegrown menswear major

A bespoke menswear tailor in Dubai, Kachins, that has been operational for nearly four decades, is now going global

Revealed: The value of retail fashion in the UAE

Data shows clothing sales pumped about $12.3bn into the UAE economy in 2018

New hotel set to open in Dubai – with 269 pools

FIVE Jumeirah Village continues the emirate’s trend of over-the-top experiences

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One of the world’s most extravagant dishes now available in Dubai

The 24-karat Golden Cigar with Almas caviar costs Dhs1,550