Dubai

Every team has the ability to beat India: Simmons

In the Asia Cup, India’s dominant form has made it look like all the other teams are lagging far behind. But Bangladesh’s head coach, Phil Simmons, thinks differently. He believes every team in the tournament has the ability to beat India, and Bangladesh are no exception.

Enjoy Dubai on a budget without missing the magic

Explore Dubai on a budget with affordable transport, free attractions like Kite Beach and Marina Walk, budget-friendly shopping at Meena Bazaar, and delicious local eats — all while enjoying the city's iconic sights and rich culture.

Dubai to open restaurant featuring AI chef

A new restaurant called WOOHOO will open in September 2025 in Dubai's Downtown district, featuring what its developers claim to be the world's first AI chef. The establishment will operate with a hybrid human-AI system where recipes, menus, and dining ambience are created by an AI program called 'Chef Aiman', while human staff will handle food preparation and service.

Asha Bhosle, 91, stuns Dubai crowd as she performs ‘Tauba Tauba’

Legendary singer Asha Bhosle proved once again that age is just a number. At 91, the evergreen artist stunned fans at a recent concert in Dubai by not only performing for hours but also showcasing her knack for staying relevant with trends.

Shakib Khan’s South Indian hero-inspired look turns heads online

After staying out of the public eye for nearly two months, Shakib Khan re-emerged in Dhaka, flaunting a bold new look that could easily be interpreted as being synonymous wih that of a South Indian film hero.

Dubai launches “Gaming Visa”

Dubai has launched a Gaming Visa initiative aimed at attracting content creators, offering employment, and training opportunities through it. In collaboration with companies and academic institutions, Dubai is extending long-term cultural visas to welcome more individuals, artists, and creators under the Creative and Talented Accreditation Certificate.

‘Rajkumar’ trailer to unveil at Burj Khalifa on Shakib Khan’s birthday

Versatile Media, the production company behind the film, disclosed this information today (March 20) at a press conference for the film.

U-19 Asia Cup / Bangladesh opt to field against India in semifinal

Bangladesh won the toss and opted to field first in the second semifinal of the ACC U-19 Asia Cup at ICC Academy Ground in Dubai today.

Mythic legends to modern wonders: Discover the world's most breath-taking fountains

Prepare to be enchanted as we explore the astonishing beauty of the five most spectacular fountains around the world, where nature and human artistry converge in a symphony of splendour.

March 20, 2024
March 20, 2024

‘Rajkumar’ trailer to unveil at Burj Khalifa on Shakib Khan’s birthday

Versatile Media, the production company behind the film, disclosed this information today (March 20) at a press conference for the film.

December 15, 2023
December 15, 2023

Bangladesh opt to field against India in semifinal

Bangladesh won the toss and opted to field first in the second semifinal of the ACC U-19 Asia Cup at ICC Academy Ground in Dubai today.

October 7, 2023
October 7, 2023

Mythic legends to modern wonders: Discover the world's most breath-taking fountains

Prepare to be enchanted as we explore the astonishing beauty of the five most spectacular fountains around the world, where nature and human artistry converge in a symphony of splendour.

September 13, 2023
September 13, 2023

Take your adventure to new heights: 5 places in Asia for paragliding

Here are the 5 places where you can experience paragliding in Asia.

May 22, 2023
May 22, 2023

The global war for talent is expanding

The tech war between nations is well-established – the US and China being the least coy about this battle. There is another (more subtle) war happening: the battle for talent is quietly turning into a more global competition. 

January 24, 2023
January 24, 2023

COP28: Asking a fox to guard the hen house

Ironically, the UAE has appointed the CEO of one of the world’s largest oil producers to preside over COP28.

October 3, 2022
October 3, 2022

UAE to launch economy ministry in the metaverse

The United Arab Emirates has recently announced a virtual economy ministry to be set up inside the metaverse. The project is to be launched at Dubai's Museum of the Future.

July 12, 2020
July 12, 2020

Pushing girls into prostitution in Dubai: ‘Kingpin’ of human trafficking syndicate arrested, CID says

They used to lure young girls -- mostly between 18 and 20 -- with promises of better jobs in Dubai.

August 4, 2017
August 4, 2017

Fire put out at 86-storey residential skyscraper in Dubai

Police in Dubai reopen the streets around one of the world’s tallest residential skyscrapers after firefighters put out a blaze that erupted in the high-rise, forcing residents to evacuate in the middle of the night and sending chunks of debris plummeting below.

April 12, 2017
April 12, 2017

Fahad holds Tania Sachdev

FIDE Master Fahad Rahman earned four points after the eighth round of the 19th Dubai Open Chess Tournament, which is currently taking place in Dubai, UAE.