Author: Ra'uf Asim Rahal
Since its inauguration in February 2022, the Museum of the Future in Dubai has attracted more than 4.1 million visitors, and thus established its place as an international centre of innovation and knowledge sharing. As this museum marks its four-year anniversary it is still attracting world statesmen, scientists, entrepreneurs and inquisitive minds worldwide. In the opinion of His Excellency Mohammad Abdullah Al Gergawi, Chairman of the Museum of the Future, this attraction is more than an architectural masterpiece, rather, it is the platform on which future leaders and thinkers are to be empowered. As he said, the Museum of the…
In the fast-paced world of UAE business, one name stands out for his relentless execution and ground-level leadership—Manan Shaikh, a Dubai-based entrepreneur and co-founder of Decisive Zone. Known for building systems that deliver real results, Shaikh has helped transform the business setup landscape by making it easier, faster, and more customized for entrepreneurs to launch in the UAE. Starting his career in Dubai at the age of 19, Shaikh worked his way up from finance roles in hospitality to overseeing large-scale operations. In 2016, he shifted into the business formation industry, bringing his experience in people management, client servicing, and…
July 18 is Union Pledge Day in the United Arab Emirates, a semi-official national holiday declared by the President of the UAE Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in honor of the creation of the UAE and its establishment principles. In 2024, the President announced the Union Pledge Day and wrote that on July 18, 1971, the founding father Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and other rulers signed the Document of Union and the UAE Constitution that led to the unification of the country on December 2, 1971. It is a historic day in the history of the UAE…
The emirate of Dubai will witness a historic musical concert as Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan performs with his son Shazman Ali Khan together on a stage, the first-time in the history of their musical career in the concert called as “Legacy of the Khans”. An event of the sort cannot be missed, and will occur on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at 9:00 PM at the Coca-Cola Arena, and will involve a tearful recollection of heritage, excellence and everlasting music. Organised by Elite Esquire Entertainment and sponsored by Dubai Calendar in association with Dubai Summer Surprises, the concert unites two…
Emirates, Dubai-based airline, has entered into a preliminary deal with Crypto.com to launch the payment option of cryptocurrency to the customers. The agreement, announced by Emirates Group in July 9, 2025, is one of the first that paved the way of the mass adoption of digital currency in the travel industry. The partnership means that travelers will be able to book and purchase via Crypto.com payment platform and full-scale acceleration is planned to be found in 2026. As Emirates Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, Adnan Kazim, explains, the initiative is aimed to capture the customers who are younger and…
The Golden Visa program of the UAE launched in 2019 still brings in the world talents and household industry names in different sectors. Formulated to provide 5- to 10-year stay to investors, businesspersons, innovators, researchers, and sports stars, the program has already invited thousands of people, including a constantly extended rows of foreign celebrities who consider the UAE their new place of residence. One of the first and most prominent ones remains the famous footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, who acquired his Golden Visa in 2020. The Portuguese star Ronaldo spends much of his leisure time with his family in the city…
With temperatures in Dubai hitting full swing of the summer season, people are opting to spend time and keep cool in glamorous beach clubs. Six really great beach clubs (infinity pool included) that are making a splash all over the city, you can feel free to show off about. 1. African Queen, J1 Beach A French Riviera flair in the desert of Dubai, African Queen makes its guests feel comfortable with luxurious cooler bags containing ice towels and facile sprays of Evian. Taste a bit of light Mediterranean cuisine and enjoy the atmosphere of chic combined with comfort. Admission charge:…
Dubai fans of award-winning Filipino singer-songwriter TJ Monterde are in store of a magical musical night as this superstar musician is coming to perform at the Coca-Cola Arena on Sunday, July 13, at 8 PM as a part of his tour entitled Sarili Nating Mundo World Tour 2025. The next stop after his sold-out concert in Manila is his Dubai concert where he is set to make another milestone in his world tour and offer heartfelt Original Pilipino Music (OPM). The much-famed concert organized by D&R Pure Jewels and D&R Elegant Events is already sold out with all the options,…
The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) of Abu Dhabi has revealed the schedule and details of the public transport services, that would run during the Hijri New Year holiday, scheduled on Friday, June 27, 2025. Because of the Islamic New Year 1447, all Customer Happiness Centres in the emirate will be shut down and will reopen on Monday, June 30, 2025. The closure of physical centres however is temporally since residents can still enjoy vital services using different digital applications. These are the official site admobility.gov.ae, Darbi mobile application, Tamm government portal and ITC Support Centre 800850. Taxi Service Call Centre…
The Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai (RTA) have recently revealed a significant enlargement plan of Burj Khalifa-Dubai Mall metro station, which should be capable of containing up to 220,000 passengers every day. The project, together with the Emaar Properties, is aimed to enhance increased foot traffic, particularly during the peak period, such as New Year Eve and national holidays. This widening will double the size of the station to 8,500 square metres with an hourly capacity of 12,320 passengers or a 65 per cent expansion over the current level of 7,250 passengers an hour. The renovated station will have…