Angkor Wat / DPA Be prepared to sweat. Exploring the world’s largest religious complex in the Cambodian jungle is not for those who can’t take the heat. The sheer size of the gigantic edifices of Angkor Wat and the distances between them means long treks, in 40-degree heat and humidity as if in a sauna. But then, what you ...
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The latest pin on Dubai’s culinary map
Our Correspondent EMIRATES BUSINESS Located in the heart of the city, at the distinctive Al Murooj Rotana Hotel, Jodhpur, a nostalgic fine dining Indian restaurant was launched with a promise to bring back childhood memories for its visitors. With the food and beverage industry constantly growing in Dubai, and most Indian restaurants jumping on the contemporary cooking bandwagon, Jodhpur ...
Read More »New innovative men skincare
Our Correspondent EMIRATES BUSINESS Men usually just use soap and water to cleanse their face and don’t bother with creams or serums just to look good. However, they want to maintain clean, clear and young-looking skin without much hassle. With life in the fast lane, and a no-fuss lifestyle and mindset, QNET has designed two powerful skincare products that ...
Read More »DFM best in Shariah-compliant listings
Dubai / WAM Dubai Financial Market (DFM) has been recognised as the Best Stock Exchange for Shariah-Compliant Listings as part of Global Finance magazine’s ninth annual review of the World’s Best Islamic Financial Institutions. Winners will be honored during an award ceremony due to take place in Washington, October 2016 on the sidelines of the IMF/World Bank meetings. The ...
Read More »China, India eye Asian Century as Brexit rattles old order
New Delhi / AFP Britain’s vote to leave the European Union and simmering discontent in other Western countries is seen as hastening the arrival of an “Asian Centuryâ€, analysts say, led by the rise of China and India. By 2050, Asia will account for over half the world’s GDP, almost double that of 2011, according to the Asian Development Bank, ...
Read More »Mubadala to highlight Abu Dhabi’s ‘aerospace hub’ at global airshow
Abu Dhabi / WAM Mubadala Development Company, the Abu Dhabi-based investment and development company, is set to showcase its growing aerospace capabilities at this year’s Farnborough International Airshow, one of the largest international aviation events. This year marks the 50th edition of the Airshow, which will be held from 11th to17th July in Farnborough, United Kingdom. Mubadala will be attending ...
Read More »Dubai Holding, Dubai Cares deal to boost literacy in developing countries
Dubai / Emirates Business Dubai Holding, the global investment holding company, on Sunday formalised a long-term strategic partnership with Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, to improve children’s access to quality education in underprivileged communities around the world. This initiative is part of Dubai Holding’s commitment to achieve sustainable results while driving forward the ...
Read More »Mashreq scoops a double at Smart Cards & Payments awards
Dubai / Emirates Business Mashreq, one of the leading banks in the UAE, was recognized recently for its commitment to banking excellence, as it won awards for ‘Best Credit Card’ and ‘Most Improved Payment Card’ at the 2016 Card & Payments Middle East awards. Mashreq was awarded ‘Best Credit Card’ for its Etisalat Signature Card. The card uses a ...
Read More »DEWA honours winners of 2nd Suppliers Cricket Tourney
Dubai / WAM Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) honoured the winners of the 2nd DEWA Suppliers Cricket Tournament 2016. The tournament was held at the Insportz Club in Al Quoz, Dubai, and witnessed the participation of 20 corporate teams. Other than cricket, DEWA also organised a football and women’s bowling championship. ...
Read More »Daikin VRV IV receives QCC Certification
Abu Dhabi/Dubai / Emirates Business Daikin VRV IV Series has received the Abu Dhabi Trustmark for Environmental Performance from the Abu Dhabi Quality Conformity Council (QCC). Daikin’s VRV IV has become even smarter; not only is it especially equipped to handle the sizzling heat of the Middle East, but with its unique VRT technology, it constantly monitors ambient temperature ...
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