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Windows 8 Set For Debut

The much anticipated Windows 8 is expected to go sale in October.

Destination Nostalgia

Enjoy Europe from the unique vantage point of the Orient Express train journey from Istanbul to Venice, writes Adrian Mourby.

The Problem With Daily Deals

Daily deal websites are having to face down criticism that their vouchers degrade brands and the business model is a passing fad.

Gazing Into The Crystal Ball

Investing in Facebook’s IPO in 2012 may not be the best idea, writes Matein Khalid, fund manager in a royal investment office.

Veiled In Venice

The 18th century spirit of the Venice Carnival comes to life when you don your own mask and costume, writes Adrian Mourby.

Resolving Family Conflicts In Firms

Family businesses must sort out their differences to survive, writes Amin Nasser, partner of Private Company Services Leader at PwC Middle East.

Company Formation Evolves

Higher foreign ownership in firms could change the way companies are created in the UAE, writes John Martin, founding partner and CEO of Links Group.

Wikileaks, Tsunamis And Revolutions

Companies need to protect valuable information in order to achieve resilience, says Abed Shaheen, managing director at InfoFort.

SME Utopia?

The UAE only needs to make small changes to become a paradise for small businesses, says Nigel Sillitoe, MD of Insight Discovery

Double Your Workforce For Free

There’s a simple way for leaders to increase the output from their subordinates, say experts.

Expensive Pills To Swallow

Will the new reduced UAE medicine costs prove to be sufficient for a fair industry?

UAE Digital Banking Rises

Google found nearly half of the UAE uses the web for online banking and research.

Microsoft Will Not Take Over Nokia

The Finnish telco partnered with Microsoft in a bid to claw back market share last year

A Royally Relaxing Time

Enjoy five-star treatment at Abu Dhabi’s Anantara’s Desert Island Resort & Spa wildlife sanctuary.

Review: Jaguar XK

Nick Cooper gets up close and personal with Jaguar’s latest XK.

MENA Bosses Like To Micro-Manage

According to jobsite, Bayt.com, the Middle East is teeming with strict bosses who are prepared to fire staff.

Memory Loss Targets Men

According to a recent study men are more likely to develop memory dysfunction, a precursor to dementia.

Spearheading The Space Agenda

As Abu Dhabi presses ahead with its aerospace programme, Gulf Business talks to the firm at the forefront of the capital’s bold plans.

Review: Jaguar XJL Supersport

It boasts all the luxury and ride refinement that you expect from a Jaguar, but the XJL also delivers serious performance and handling.

London Calling

From Korean eateries to West End shows, the British capital has it all.

Islamic Banks Capture Auto Loans

Auto financing in the UAE is beginning to tilt in favour of Islamic banks.

Leading In the Fast Lane

An engaged workforce will help you get ahead in 2012, says Dr. Tommy Weir, advisor on emerging market leadership.

M&A Activity Yet To Fulfill Promise

While much of the region is overbanked, there’s little hope for mergers anytime soon.

Bahrain: Challenges On Many Fronts

The island nation faces sluggish growth and a rise in non-performing loans due to political turmoil.

Saudi Arabia: Strength At The Top

Strong government regulation and hefty public spending have buoyed the Kingdom’s banking sector.

Defying Gravity

After 30 months of recession, revolution and soaring oil prices, flydubai CEO Ghaith Al Ghaith tells Jonathan Sheikh-Miller why even a potential global double dip won’t spoil his bold expansion plans.

GCC Banks In Good Position For Basel III

Banks are focusing on building Tier 1 capital to meet stringent global liquidity regulations.

GCC Retail Banking Expands

Difficult conditions mean banks are spreading their retail wings to attract customer deposits and loans.

Kuwait: Market Still Lacks Real Momentum

Banks are slowly recovering from the 2008 fallout, but the impact of a recent government funding drive remains to be seen.

Sir Rocco Arrives In Abu Dhabi

The famous British hotelier tells Jonathan Sheikh-Miller why he’s not fazed by talk of Abu Dhabi over-supply.