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Dubai Home Festival launches first-ever bundle bargains to close season

Dubai Home Festival launches first-ever bundle bargains to close season

DHF runs until October 16, with details available on the festival’s official website and social media channels

Dubai Mall to host 'Festival of Fashion' in January 2026

Dubai Mall to host ‘Festival of Fashion’ in January 2026

Taking place on January 29 and 30, 2026, the two-day event will showcase regional and international style trends, creativity, and innovation

Samsonite at 115: Subrata Dutta on staying relevant, stylish and sustainable  

Samsonite at 115: Subrata Dutta on staying relevant, stylish and sustainable  

Samsonite’s president of APAC and Middle East chats to Neesha Salian on how the 115-year-old company blends heritage with modernity, while focusing on innovation

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Global Village unveils upgrades, new attractions for Season 30

Since its debut in 1997, Global Village has hosted over 100 million visitors

Dubai renters are rushing to buy: What it means for the market

Dubai renters are rushing to buy: What it means for the market

The trend reflects growing confidence among residents who are viewing Dubai not just as a temporary home, but as a permanent base for family

Emirates launches second upcycled luggage line with materials from retrofitted aircraft

Emirates launches second upcycled luggage line with materials from retrofitted aircraft

The 167 limited edition handmade items are expected to sell out within days, with proceeds from the sales benefitting children via the Emirates Foundation

boAt, India’s top audio wearables brand, debuts in the UAE

boAt, India’s top audio wearables brand, debuts in the UAE

These products will be available through an omnichannel retail presence, across both online platforms and offline stores

UAE residency law violators: Over 32,000 caught in first half of 2025

Dubai seventh most expensive city globally for HNWIs, reveals report

The cost of living for wealthy residents rose due to strong increases in big-ticket items, including a 13 per cent rise in car prices and a 17 per cent increase in residential property values

Sterling Perfumes' Dr Ali Asgar Fakhruddin on turning a family-run company into a global brand

Sterling Perfumes’ Dr Ali Asgar Fakhruddin on turning a family-run firm into a global brand

Sterling Perfumes’ vision is to be recognised worldwide not solely as a perfume company, but as a lifestyle curator that empowers individuals to express themselves more vibrantly, says the chairman and CEO

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UAE stakes claim as global capital for digital nomads

Nearly 40 million people globally identify as digital nomads, a number projected to swell to one billion by 2035

Toy tracks to trendsetters: Mattel's Ruth Henriquez on the Hot Wheels-B-Hype collab

Toy tracks to trendsetters: Mattel’s Ruth Henriquez on the Hot Wheels-B-Hype collab

What happens when the world’s bestselling toy car brand meets one of the Middle East’s most influential streetwear labels? You get a fusion of nostalgia, identity, and style. The head of Licensing, Publishing, and Location-Based Entertainment at Mattel EMEA tell us more about the collab

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Huda Kattan reclaims ownership of Huda Beauty, buys back TSG stake

The shift to full independence comes as Huda Beauty plans bold new product launches and continues to prioritise deeper engagement with its global community

Human Garage's Garry Lineham on stress and the science of "unwinding"

Human Garage’s Garry Lineham on stress and the science of “unwinding”

Lineham shares insights into Human Garage’s philosophy, the science behind their signature “unwinding” process, and how alignment isn’t just physical — it’s emotional, chemical, and spiritual too

DFC reveals new brand identity Image courtesy Dubai Fitness Challenge

Dubai Fitness Challenge unveils refreshed brand identity

The 2025 DFC will feature a comprehensive calendar of free and inclusive fitness events, including the new flagship event, Dubai Yoga

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Beyond the kitchen: How Häcker is redefining elevated living in the UAE 

Samir Ranavaya, CEO of Häcker Kitchens on how Häcker blends elevated design with environmental responsibility through sustainable materials and practices

Art Dubai Digital's Gonzalo Herrero Delicado on 'rethinking art'

Art Dubai Digital’s Gonzalo Herrero Delicado on ‘rethinking art and tech’

This edition shifts the focus back to art and the critical questions it raises about our present, says the curator of the show

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GymNation’s Loren Holland on its innovative business model, growth

GymNation’s founder and CEO on how the company has responded to changing consumer expectations, wellness trends and the demand for innovation

Unlocking the power of sleep: Expert Dr Elie Abirached tells us how

Unlocking the power of sleep: Longevity expert Dr Elie Abirached tells us how

Blue light from phones, laptops, and TVs at night trick the brain into thinking it’s daytime, suppressing melatonin and delaying sleep onset, says Dr Abirached

Fitness First’s Mark Buchanan on its expansion, key trends driving the sector

Fitness First’s Mark Buchanan on its expansion, key trends driving the sector

This year is set to be a landmark one for Fitness First, with plans that not only include the launch of six new clubs across Dubai and Abu Dhabi but also a GCC-wide expansion strategy, says the CEO

House of Amouage: Exploring the scent of success

Amouage: Exploring the scent of success with CEO Marco Parsiegla

Marco Parsiegla, CEO of the House of Amouage, shares how the Omani fragrance brand is redefining luxury perfumery while staying grounded in its heritage

Bling it on, says Piece of You's Amreen Iqbal

How jewellery brand Piece of You’s Amreen Iqbal is ‘blinging it on’

Amreen Iqbal, founder of Piece of You, is proving that jewellery is more than just an accessory — it’s a timeless connection to life’s milestones 

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Floward joins the fun at Emirates Dubai 7s as ‘Official Supporter’

Founded in 2017, Floward has become a trusted name for fresh-cut flowers and thoughtful gifts across the MENA region and the UK

Dubai shopping Festival: 30th edition returns on Dec 6; DSF nights debuts

Dubai shopping Festival: 30th edition returns on Dec 6; DSF nights to debut

DSF 2024 is supported by key sponsors Visa and Dubai Islamic Bank, with strategic partners such as Al Futtaim Malls, AW Rostamani Group, City Walk, and Emirates Airline

Ali Al Ali, CEO Dubai racing Club why the region's appetite for horse racing will only grow

Insights: Why the region’s appetite for horse racing will only grow

While traditional racing strongholds such as the UK, Ireland, the US and Australia play a hugely important role in breeding horses and staging some of the best racing in the world, the last few years have seen a notable shift, says the CEO of the Dubai Racing Club

Longevity Wellness Hub - Advanced Quantum Scanning

How Longevity Wellness Hub is taking a quantum leap into wellbeing

Quantum body scanning allows us to look beyond symptoms and identify underlying causes, whether it’s imbalances in our hormones, nutrition, or even emotional stress

Bacha Coffee’s Maranda Barnes on redefining the coffee experience in the GCC

From its flagship opening on Paris’s Champs-Élysées to rapid expansion across the GCC, Barnes discusses the evolving coffee landscape and the brand’s unique approach to offering refined experiences

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Global Village Season 29: New features, experiences await visitors

With its fresh look and new features, Season 29 of Global Village promises to be the ultimate destination for families, friends, and visitors of all ages

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Dubai Fitness Challenge returns in October; details here

The 2023 edition of DFC saw participation from over 2.4 million people, making it one of the largest community fitness events globally

An interview with Isabelle Chouvet of the Independents group

The Independents Group looks at ME expansion, acquires Bureau Beatrice

In an exclusive interview with Gulf Business, Isabelle Chouvet, CEO of The Independents Group, shares insights on the group’s Middle East expansion

Breitling's Georges Kern on revitalising the brand, its '140th' milestone and more

Breitling’s Georges Kern on revitalising the brand, its ‘140th’ milestone and more

As Breitling celebrates its 140th anniversary, CEO Georges Kern reflects on the brand’s relevance and legacy, and the changing landscape of the watch industry