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Entertainment
Showbiz Arabia: Latest gossip from the Arab world
over a year ago
Amal's change of tack This year is going to be exciting for Amal Maher. Following a successful comeback late last year, there's plenty in store for the Egyptian singer, with a new single and music video out this month and plenty of shows coming up. The 27-year-old first burst on to the music... Full story
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Dubai buggy for Beyonce's baby girl
over a year ago
Dubai: Beyonce's baby girl Ivy Blue Carter will move around in a pink diamond and crystal encrusted pram designed by a mystery Dubai-based designer. Reports suggest the designer was paid $50,000 (Dh183,000) for the job. The pop icon placed an order for the exclusive buggy shortly after... Full story
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ETIHAD AIRWAYS NAMED WORLD’S LEADING AIRLINE AT WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS
over a year ago
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has enjoyed stunning success at the World Travel Awards, taking the top honour for the third year in a row. It was named the World’s Leading Airline last night at a black-tie gala event in Doha, Qatar. The judges... Full story
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My World: Yousuf Khalifa Al Ghufli
over a year ago
The Arab Thought Foundation (ATF) is a think tank initiated by Makkah Governor Prince Khalid Al Faisal over a decade ago to enhance social and cultural development in the region. It hosts annual conferences that provide its members with a chance to network and work towards the common goal of... Full story
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Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman rings in 46th birthday
over a year ago
Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman, who celebrated his 46th birthday on Friday, thanked his fans across the world for their good wishes. In a video link posted on his Twitter page, Rahman said: "Hi! This is A.R. and wishing you a very happy 2012. Thank you for all your wishes for my birthday. I... Full story
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Entertainment
Showbiz Arabia: Coming soon
over a year ago
With New Year and Christmas celebrations still taking place (yes, for many in the Middle East, the festive season doesn't come to an end until next week), most celebs are still enjoying the winter break before getting back to work. And although Arab stars are notorious for keeping hush hush about... Full story
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Al Hilal Bank first in the Middle East to use award-winning digital pen technology to optimize document-based transactions
over a year ago
January 4, 2012 Al Hilal Bank, a progressive Islamic bank, is using state-of-the-art digital pens developed in the UK to revolutionize its document-based field and office operations. Al Hilal Bank has thus become the first bank in the Middle East to use this technology, perfectly... Full story
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Bahrain awards $551m contract to build affordable housing, following uprising
over a year ago
Dubai: Bahrain Government has awarded Nassej, a local leading real estate and construction company, a $551 million (Dh1.83 billion) contract to build 4,000 affordable housing, after months of social unrest - part of the Arab Spring. "Acting on a National Dialogue recommendation to collaborate more ... Full story
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Dubai Outlet Mall adds value to DSF 2012
over a year ago
Dubai Outlet Mall, the region’s Ultimate ‘Value’ Shopping Destination, announced its festive promotion, entertainment and activities commencing on 5 January 2012. Commenting on this festival season, Vishal Mahajan, director of Dubai Outlet Mall said: “Dubai Outlet Mall... Full story
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Entertainment
Light House Studio introduces wedding photography service
over a year ago
Dubai, UAE, 2nd Jan 2012 – As the wedding season kicks off across the UAE, Light House Studio, a one-stop shop for all photographic solution, announced the addition of wedding photography to its portfolio. Light House Studio photographers have set out to provide couples what they want; a... Full story



