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How the 2022 edition of the Dubai International Boat Show elevated the global yacht industry

The Dubai International Boat Show which took place last month highlighted the resilience of an industry that fought its way through a difficult two-year period to come out stronger than ever on the other side

The Dubai Mall - IWC Boutique New Flagship

Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes F1 car is on display at IWC’s new flagship boutique in Dubai

Located in Dubai Mall, it is the first IWC store in the world devoted entirely to the Big Pilot collection

Raed Barqawi with Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

Journalist Raed Barqawi explains the inspiration behind his first book

Raed Barqawi has spent more than three decades observing the meteoric rise of Dubai and the UAE. His book chronicles the formative years of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who has played an instrumental role in transforming the country into a global powerhouse

Dubai, UAE Burj Khalifa

The first-ever Michelin Guide Dubai will debut this June

Dubai becomes the 36th destination globally, and the first within the Middle East, for the Michelin guide to be present within

Emaar to manage new Armani hotel in Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah development

Armani Hotel Diriyah will include 70 rooms and two restaurants, with its suites featuring their own spa and swimming pool

Introducing the stunning $260 Omega x Swatch collection

The all-new Bioceramic MoonSwatch collection is taking the watch world by storm

Dr Jan Becker, CEO of Porsche Lifestyle Group

From real estate to horology, Porsche Design marks 50 years of pushing the boundaries

Dr Jan Becker, CEO of Porsche Lifestyle Group, is taking the powerful brand name and applying it far beyond the automotive world – across hotels, residential towers and accessories – and then pushing even further

McLaren Emma Gilmour

Why Emma Gilmour has become a pathbreaker for women in motorsport

New Zealander Emma Gilmour has become the first woman to bag a driver’s role at McLaren Racing – and she’s doing so at the equally revolutionary Extreme E series

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Omega unveils new vintage-inspired Speedmaster ’57 collection

The Speedmaster celebrates its 65th anniversary this year

Martijn Hagman, CEO Tommy Hilfiger Global and PVH Europe

Martijn Hagman, CEO Tommy Hilfiger Global and PVH Europe, discusses inclusivity and sustainability in fashion

In an exclusive interview, Hagman talks about helming a brand that focuses as much on fashion as it does on its social development goals

Polestar 2 UAE

Swedish electric car manufacturer Polestar enters UAE market

The first Polestar Destination in the UAE is scheduled to open in Dubai later this year

Sandstorm comic book studio

Abu Dhabi gets first dedicated comic book studio

Sandstorm encourages aspiring creators to submit their pitches for comic books or graphic novels spanning any genre, theme or style

Sacha Jafri

Dubai-based Sacha Jafri’s creation to become first official artwork on the Moon

The artwork called ‘We Rise Together with the Light of the Moon’ will be placed on the lunar surface later this year

Nathan Jones and David Wiseman

Invictus Games champions, David Wiseman and Nathan Jones, talk mental health

The former British servicemen have co-founded Peak State to destigmatise the subject of mental health and change the traditional messaging around it

Museum of the Future

Watch: Flying Iron Man delivers special invitations to visit Museum of the Future in Dubai

The stylised video shows the jetpack-powered Browning taking off from the museum and landing at various locations across the city

How eyewear major Safilo has transformed its Middle East business model

Andrea Zaffin, managing director of Safilo Middle East and commercial head IMEA, outlines his strategy to take the company’s eyewear business to the next level

Anil, Ashok and Ravi Ramchandani

How Dubai-based Kachins Couture evolved its tailoring business over four decades

Second-generation family member Anil Ramchandani, director of business development, is playing a key role in determining its future course

The Arts Club Dubai

In pics: Arts Club Dubai expands, opens new fifth floor

It comprises a 23,000 sq ft rooftop terrace, a late-night lounge named Vega and a cigar lounge called Oscuro

Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing

Interview: Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing

Making sure that McLaren Racing remains commercially sound, expands its racing portfolio, and makes a consistent push to finish on the podium, is a balance that Brown strikes effortlessly

Marriott to debut its Autograph Collection in Sharjah with two new properties

Marriott inked a franchise agreement with Shurooq for the two hotels which will be located in Kalba and Khorfakkan

Ras al Khaimah UAE

New department in Ras Al Khaimah to regulate entertainment and gaming operations

The scope of activities of the Department of Entertainment and Gaming Regulation established will cover licensing, taxation, operational procedures, and consumer safeguards

Nissan COO Ashwani Gupta

Nissan COO Ashwani Gupta outlines carmaker’s electrification strategy

Nissan’s electrification plan could define the trajectory of the Japanese carmaker for decades to come. Ashwani Gupta, chief operating officer at the automaker, is leaving nothing to chance

Carlos A. Rosillo, CEO and co-founder of Bell & Ross

Bell & Ross co-founder Carlos A. Rosillo on the strengths of independent watchmaking

Merging French design with Swiss watchmaking techniques has resulted in a brand with universal appeal

Hyatt Centric dubai

Hyatt Centric opens first Middle East property in Dubai

The 173-key Hyatt Centric Jumeirah Dubai is a seven-storey property is located in La Mer

Paul Casey

Paul Casey returns to defend his title at this month’s Dubai Desert Classic

The Slync.io Dubai Desert Classic has now been elevated to a Rolex Series event. The English golfer is going for the jugular

Dubai Duty Free

Dubai Duty Free achieves Dhs3.56bn sales in 2021, up 40% y-on-y

The top five selling categories for the year included perfumes followed by liquor, cigarettes and tobacco, gold and electronics

Markus Leithe

How Stellantis plans to disrupt the auto sector in the Middle East

It hasn’t even been a full year that Stellantis, one of the world’s biggest auto companies, has been in existence. Still, its wheels are spinning furiously. Here’s what it has in store for the region

Dubai’s L’atelier de Joel Robuchon introduces new limited-edition Japanese menu

The special menu is one of the last projects that Joel Robuchon worked on with his partner Axel Manes, before the former’s death in 2018

Sunset Hospitality’s new opening in Dubai to offer immersive dining experience

Dream will showcase live performances alongside its Mediterranean-inspired fine dining offerings

Sole DXB

Sole acquires stake in UAE basketball league Ball Above All

The league will be rebranded as Sole Ball Above All