A Shining Gem Among the Best
This esteemed accolade acknowledges the dedication, creativity, and passion that have collectively transformed La Perle into a global sensation. The remarkable experiences we craft and the exceptional service we provide have resonated with travelers worldwide, earning us a place among the finest attractions in the world as a cornerstone of live entertainment in Dubai and throughout the region.
Setting a New Standard of Excellence
By achieving this remarkable milestone, we are not only affirming La Perle's standing as a world-class destination but also showcasing the outstanding talents of the entire cast & crew. The show has earned its place on the world stage as an artistic phenomenon in the region that emphasizes its position as a truly world-class act that seals Al Habtoor City as a premiere entertainment and lifestyle destination.
Honoring Al Habtoor Group’s Vision and Leadership
As we celebrate this extraordinary achievement, we extend La Perle’s heartfelt gratitude to Al Habtoor Group’s Founding Chairman, Khalaf Ahmad al Habtoor and Vice Chairman and CEO, Mohammed Khalaf al Habtoor, for their visionary leadership and unwavering support that has played a pivotal role in guiding La Perle to new heights of success, and this Traveler's Choice Award is a reflection of his commitment to excellence.
Inspiring the Future
This accolade inspires us to continue raising the bar, captivate audiences, and create experiences that leave an indelible mark. With all the joint efforts across all business units at Al Habtoor Group, we are confident that La Perle will continue to shine brightly on the global stage.
V-Marine is proud to share that the Rise 55 has already secured its first two sales, with the first one set to be delivered in Qatar this August, followed by the second sale in Kuwait.
The Rise 55 boasts an unparalleled blend of elegance and functionality, setting new standards for houseboat design. With its innovative architecture and sleek lines, this houseboat presents a stunning presence on the water, leaving admirers in awe. The thoughtfully crafted exterior offers a modern and dynamic appeal that captures attention wherever it sails.
What truly sets Rise 55 apart from its competitors is its interior decoration. V-Marine has collaborated with renowned Italian designers and decorators to curate an ambiance that redefines luxury living. The meticulous attention to detail and choice of premium materials create an environment that epitomizes opulence and sophistication. Every element, from the meticulously crafted furnishings to the handpicked decor pieces, has been carefully chosen to ensure an unforgettable experience for owners and guests alike.
One of the most outstanding features of Rise 55 is its spaciousness. V-Marine understands the importance of providing ample living space, and with Rise 55, they have reimagined the concept of habitable areas on a boat. This houseboat offers an exceptional yacht experience with significantly more room than traditional yachts, all while maintaining the same level of exquisite finishing. What truly captivates potential buyers is that V-Marine has managed to deliver this remarkable vessel at a fraction of the price of other luxury boats, revolutionizing the market and garnering widespread approval.
Speaking about the launch, Wael Joujou Ceo of V-Marine expressed their excitement, stating, "We are thrilled to introduce Rise 55, an extraordinary houseboat that sets a new benchmark in luxury living on water. The combination of exceptional design, unmatched interior decoration, and affordability make this a truly unique offering. With Rise 55, we aim to provide our customers with an extraordinary yachting experience while also ensuring that it is accessible to a wider audience."
With the first sale already confirmed for Qatar, scheduled for delivery in August, and the second sale secured in Kuwait, the Rise 55 is poised to make a resounding impact in the GCC market. Prospective buyers in the region are encouraged to contact V-Marine immediately to explore the exceptional opportunities that Rise 55 presents.
For more information about Rise 55 and to inquire about sales, please visit V-Marine's website at www.vmarine.com
V-Marine, a leading provider of houseboats and floating resorts, is proud to announce the opening of its commercial office in Dubai, UAE. The new office will be led by Giovanni Sorrentino, a well-known figure in the yacht industry for his collaborations with European and GCC yards such as Silent Yacht, an award-winning company for sustainable yacht industry, and Tecnomar for Lamborghini. Sorrentino's contribution to V-Marine's development of sustainable and self-sufficient houseboats, floating villas, and resorts will be instrumental in the company's expansion in the region.
Currently the production is served from Bahrain, while V-Marine plans to set up additional production facilities in GCC to meet the growing demand for houseboats and floating resorts projects in the area. This move is in response to the significant growth and the increasing demand from customers in the region, which is expected to soon outpace the current production capacity in Bahrain.
"We are excited to have Giovanni Sorrentino leading our Dubai operations," said Wael Joujou, CEO of V-Marine. "His experience and expertise in sustainability yachts will be invaluable as we expand our presence in the UAE market and deliver high-quality, self-sufficient houseboats, floating villas, and resorts."
Sorrentino's and V-Marine's commitment to sustainability will drive the development of innovative solutions for houseboats and resorts that are both luxurious and eco-friendly.
"The UAE is an important market for us, and we are committed to serving our customers here with the highest quality sustainable houseboats and floating resorts," said Sorrentino. "With the new production facilities in UAE, we will be able to better meet the growing demand for our products and services in the region while contributing to a more sustainable future."
Wael Joujou added “V-Marine house boats already met the taste of UAE boaters thanks to the quality of the construction and the finishing of the interior space. Now the next step is to bring technology and sustainability to our models in order to offer not only an eco friendly experience but also a valid alternative to the Luxury Yacht industry in terms of luxury and space at a much more reasonable price”
Wael and Sorrentino met occasionally in Qatar during the Launch of the floating pop-up Lounge at the Pearl Doha, produced by V-Marine, during exclusive presentation of the Urus Performante, and that experience led only recently to a fruitful collaboration .
V-Marine has a strong track record of delivering high-quality houseboats and resorts projects to customers around the world, and the company's expansion into UAE represents a significant milestone in its growth trajectory. V-Marine is confident that its presence in UAE will enable it to better serve its customers in the region, and looks forward to continuing to deliver exceptional products and services to its customers in UAE and beyond.
Heightened awareness and interest in health and fitness, combined with a desire to be more socially engaging, particularly post-pandemic, has strengthened the founders’ belief in linking fitness and community.
"CRANK is not only about promoting the physical aspect of health and wellbeing", say the founders of CRANK, Ken, Kourosh, Nuno and Sami. "We are also continuously looking for ways to enhance our clients' social and mental wellbeing, whether through community events, collaborations with other partners and brands, and social gatherings".
They added, "even when lockdowns ushered in a fitness at-home push, we quickly adapted our offering to meet consumers at home and launched our on-demand platform".
There are positive signals that the global fitness industry is set to grow over the long-term and competition is set to intensify. To this, the founders believe that, "we are confident that what we offer as a concept is unparalleled for several reasons. First, we are proudly UAE-grown, and there is something special about being able to export that to the world instead of being the recipients of global concepts. Second, the continuous investment in our premium facilities, physical space, fitness equipment, light and sound systems, results-based technology, and talent, position us well in the face of competition and ensures unrivalled consistency in quality and service."
About CRANK
CRANK Fitness, Ltd. (CRANK) is a boutique fitness studio offering RIDE and SHAPE classes, well known for its success in ushering in a new era of fit-entertainment, having invested heavily in state-of-the-art light and sound technologies. Founded in 2017, CRANK is a United Arab Emirates (UAE) homegrown concept, with two studios currently in operation (Dubai and Abu Dhabi). The brand is primarily known for:
· A solid corporate backbone driving an unparalleled measure of quality and service consistency
United Arab Emirates, 1st of March 2023 – For the first time, Gatorade® is set to host its 5v5 football tournament, uniting men’s, and women’s youth football players from across the United Arab Emirates in an epic national and global competition. The Gatorade® 5v5 Football Tournament is an annual five-a-side competition for 14 to 16-year-olds that aims to fuel the next generation of athletes by giving them the chance to start their path to greatness. This year, young talent from the United Arab Emirates, South America, Central America, North America, the Caribbean, and Asia will demonstrate what it takes to become the greatest of all time.
The tournament will begin on 18th March, at the Sevens Stadium in Dubai, with local elimination rounds that lead up to the national finals. The winning teams from each group will then be flown to Istanbul to represent the United Arab Emirates against youth teams from around the globe to be crowned Gatorade® 5v5 Global Champions and attend the UEFA Champions League Final.
The aim of the program is to help grow the sport of football around the world and support youth players in their journey.
We’ve seen the impact that the Gatorade 5v5 Soccer Tournament has had in fueling the next generation of athletes globally, and we’re delighted to bring the tournament to the UAE for the first time this year. It is an excellent platform to showcase youth football talent, and we are confident that this edition will help kick-start the UAE team’s path to greatness.” said Aamer Sheikh, Middle East CEO, PepsiCo.
To be eligible to participate in the Gatorade® 5v5 Tournament each team should consist of four players, one coach, one goalie, and one substitute. The players must be between the ages of fourteen and sixteen, and each team will be represented by a coach over eighteen.
For more information, please visit www.gatorade5v5UAE.com where you can find the participation forms and all the requirements, regulations, and all information related to the Gatorade® 5v5 tournament. The application process closes on 10th March 2023. Visit @GatoradeArabia for tournament news and live coverage.
الإمارات، XX مارس 2023- تستعد علامة "جاتوريد®" Gatorade® لاستضافة بطولة كرة القدم 5v5 للمرة الأولى في دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة، والتي ستجمع لاعبي كرة القدم من الرجال والنساء الشباب من جميع أنحاء الدولة في مسابقة وطنية وعالمية ضخمة. بطولة "جاتوريد® 5v5" لكرة القدم هي مسابقة سنوية تجمع خمسة لاعبين تتراوح أعمارهم بين 14 و16 عامًا، وتهدف إلى دعم الجيل القادم من الرياضيين من خلال منحهم الفرصة للإنطلاق نحو النجومية. هذا العام، ستقدم المواهب الشابة من الإمارات، أمريكا الجنوبية، أمريكا الوسطى، أمريكا الشمالية، منطقة الكاريبي، وآسيا كل ما لديها لتصبح من أعظم اللاعبين على الإطلاق.
ستنطلق البطولة في 18 مارس على ملعب ذا سيفينز ستاديومThe Sevens Stadium في دبي، وتتضمن جولات إقصاء محلية وصولاً إلى النهائيات الوطنية. وسيتم بعد ذلك نقل الفرق الفائزة من كل مجموعة إلى اسطنبول لتمثيل دولة الإمارات ضد فرق الشباب من جميع أنحاء العالم وتتويج أبطال بطولة جاتوريد® 5v5 العالمية، وكذلك ستتسنى للفريق الرابح فرصة حضور نهائي دوري أبطال أوروبا.
الهدف المحوري لهذا البرنامج هو العمل على مساعدة رياضة كرة القدم حول العالم ودعم اللاعبين الشباب في رحلتهم الرياضية.
وقال عامر شيخ، الرئيس التنفيذي لشركة بيبسيكو في الشرق الأوسط: "لقد رأينا التأثير الذي أحدثته بطولة جاتوريد 5v5 لكرة القدم في دعم وتحفيز الجيل القادم من الرياضيين على مستوى العالم، ويسعدنا إحضار هذه البطولة للمرة الأولى إلى دولة الإمارات. إنها فرصة ممتازة لعرض مواهب الشباب في عالم كرة القدم، ونحن على ثقة من أن هذه النسخة ستساعد في انطلاقة فريق المواهب من الإمارات ووصولهم إلى القمة".
للمشاركة في بطولة جاتوريد® 5v5 يجب على الفرق الامتثال إلى شروط محددة، وهي: أن يتكون كل فريق من أربعة لاعبين، ومدرب واحد، وحارس مرمى واحد، وبديل واحد. كما يجب أن يتراوح عمر اللاعبين بين 14 و16 عامًا، وسيمثِّل كل فريق مدرب يزيد عمره عن ثمانية عشر عامًا.للمزيد من المعلومات، يرجى زيارة موقع www.gatorade5v5UAE.com، حيث يمكنك الاطلاع على استمارات المشاركة، القواعد العامة للبطولة، وجميع المعلومات المتعلقة ببطولة جاتوريد® 5v5. أخر موعد لتقديم الطلبات هو 10 مارس 2023. تفضلوا بزيارة @GatoradeArabia للاطلاع على أخبار البطولة والتغطية المباشرة.
It’s time to capture wonderful memories with La Perle this festive season! With Show & Dinner packages starting at 404 AED, witness enchanting performances and a delicious dinner at one of Al Habtoor City’s world-class restaurants.
Let La Perle take you on an aquatic dreamscape with waterfalls cascading mere inches from the audience, fire lighting up the stage, and aerialists defying gravity as they soar through the air and dive from jaw-dropping heights into the pool at centre stage. La Perle is a tale that captivates the passionate, the creative, and the visionaries with the drive to go beyond the imaginable.
Rekindle child-like wonders with La Perle in this one glittering package for a truly unforgettable experience!
La Perle performs two shows nightly at 6:30 pm and 9:00 pm from Tuesdays to Saturdays. Regular tickets start from 259 AED.
In a remarkable turn of events, CINEBLITZ IMHD TV acquired free-to-air rights to broadcast the India – Sri Lanka White Ball Series worldwide. Viewers can enjoy the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd T20I live from the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on Jun 23, 25, and 27, respectively. The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd ODI will be broadcast live from the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Jul 01, Jul 04, and Jul 07, respectively.
India will compete in their first game of the ensuing ICC Women's Championship cycle during the ODI series. This is also the team’s first, following the retirement of iconic captain Mithali Raj - it will herald the start of a new era for India in ODIs.
While the India team is being headed by Harmanpreet Kaur, Sri Lanka’s 19-member squad is being led by Chamari Athapaththu. The team also includes other important players such as Inoka, Hasini Perera, and Nilakshi de Silva. India's T20 squad leader since 2018, Harmanpreet Kaur, will now also serve as the team's captain in the 50-over format.
India ODI squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (Captain), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Shafali Verma, Yastika Bhatia (wk), S Meghna, Deepti Sharma, Poonam Yadav, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Simran Bahadur, Richa Ghosh (wk), Pooja Vastrakar, Meghna Singh, Renuka Singh, Taniya Bhatia (wk), Harleen Deol.
T20I Squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (Captain), Smriti Mandhana (VC), Shafali Verma Yastika Bhatia (wk), S Meghna, Deepti Sharma, Poonam Yadav, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Simran Bahadur, Richa Ghosh (wk), Pooja Vastrakar, Meghna Singh, Renuka Singh, Jemimah Rodrigues, Radha Yadav. (ANI)
Sri Lanka Women squad for ODIs and T20Is against India:
Chamari Athapaththu (captain), Hasini Perera, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshi de Silva, Anushka Sanjeevani, Oshadhi Ranasinghe, Sugandika Kumari, Inoka Ranaweeram, Achini Kulasuriya, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Vishmi Gunaratne, Malsha Shehani, Ama Kanchana, Udeshika Prabodhani, Rashmi de Silva, Hansima Karunaratne, Kaushani Nuthyangana, Sathya Sandeepani, Tharika Sewwandi
The Women’s White Ball Series is brought to you in association with 27th Sports, the most prominent sports fund operating in emerging sports territories, mainly focused on cricket.
“Cineblitz IMHD TV has been positioned as a unique Hindi channel that brings a combination of entertainment and sports content to its audience”, said Sarju Mathew, CEO, of Cineblitz IMHD TV.
CINEBLITZ IMHD aims to bring the best of entertainment to its viewers, including Indian Cinema, Hollywood, and Sports. They also take it upon themselves to get some of the most exclusive and refreshing viewing material into your living rooms.
He described the main challenges faced by the world, and stated, “There’s now a peace deficit in Europe and the numbers of refugees is rising. There’s also a big deficit in sustainability and I think that’s where academics can really play a part by working with industry. The third main deficit is a deficit of equality. The number of people living in poverty has increased for first time since 1990”.
DMU hosted the conference with PRME – the UN’s Principles for Responsible Management Education team, which focuses on how to educate future leaders to focus on achieving the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals, global targets which address issues like hunger, poverty and equality.
The theme of the ninth PRME Regional Chapter MENA Forum and 2022 Conference was the ‘Power of Partnerships in Addressing SDGs’. Over three days, a wide range of leaders from business, charity, humanitarian organisations and higher education joined the event.
Dr Mette Morsing, Director of PRME, said “PRME was launched to nurture responsible leaders. It wants to redefine success, focus goals on society, and focus on skills required. Success is often defined as winning the battle. It is a language of conflict, of conquest. It is not the language of partnerships, of collaboration. That is what we want to change in PRME.”
Moreover, Faiz Shah, the Director of the Yunus Centre, which works to build networks promoting sustainable work, poverty alleviation and social business, spoke about how universities can help connect business in their communities. He highlighted that a consequence of the pandemic was the realization that small businesses can be players in a global market because of modern globalised communication, however, the success is dependent on partnerships.
DMU has twice been chosen by the UN as a global hub for SDG 16, the promotion of peace justice and strong institutions and a big part of this status has been down to the creation of strong partnerships across HE to share practice in supporting refugees in local communities.
Hosting the final day was Professor Simon Oldroyd, DMU’s Pro Vice-Chancellor Sustainability, who summed up the conference’s aims, “The purpose of this conference is to connect networks and ideas to try and enact real change. It’s powerful partnerships with industry which move us towards the SDG goals.”
Experts on blockchains also spoke at the event and outlined how the emerging internet economy could help make the distribution of wealth in society fairer.
All are welcome to these free events at the DMU Dubai Campus and online. Register now for the Conference and Gala. See the event programmes here.
The Conference, Forum and Gala are a collaboration between the UN PRME MENA Chapter member academics, their institutions and De Montfort University Dubai. The event will investigate the possibilities for leveraging change through responsible management and leadership – and will focus on the application of SDG nexus approaches to establish good practices in order to provide a roadmap for creating better partnerships.
This forum aims to be a catalyst for the development of projects and papers through the partnerships established as the legacy of the conference, to strengthen the connection and collaboration of the PRME MENA Chapter Network and UN Global Compact Networks.
To register for the Conference and Forum – or for the Gala (which requires a separate registration) please go to: PRME Conference & Forum Registration - or for the final day Conference Gala Event go to the PRME Conference Gala. All Attendance is free. Once registered you will receive directions for in-person and online attendance.
SDG 17, Partnerships for the Goals is a key SDG that enables the implementation of all SDGs. Achieving the goals Partnership requires a nexus approach to understand and develop methodologies for change. Businesses, governments and institutions will need to undergo systemic changes beyond the limitations of individual organizations or industries by removing their jurisdictional boundaries that resonates especially with SDG 16, Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions. This will require higher levels of partnership focusing on linking the implementations of SDGs and engaging with all the stakeholders. The level of partnership and integration is expected to grow as we face unprecedented challenges.
Resources:A Nexus Approach for The SDGs: Interlinkages between the goals and targets
Websites: PRME MENA Conference & DMU Dubai PRME Conference
Enquiries & Press Info: prme.mena22@dmu.ac.uk
Expo Gala Enquiries: dmuevents@dmu.ac.uk
Press Enquiries: prme.mena22@dmu.ac.uk
Strategically located in Dubai International Academic City with a purpose-built, independent campus building, DMU Dubai welcomes students from all backgrounds and offers a perfect combination of high-quality teaching, excellent facilities and a fantastic student experience.
The sessions during the Open Day will encourage prospective students to participate in subject-specific talks, speak to academics, industry professionals, and current students, understand application procedures and admission pathways. Future students can explore the state of art facilities firsthand, including interactive learning spaces, design studios, mechanical and electrical labs, moot court, sports facilities, multi-purpose auditorium, library, and on-campus accommodation facilities.
The Open Day is another great opportunity for eligible students to apply for the university’s excellent scholarships. A wide range of student demographics is covered by the DMU Dubai Scholarship Programme and they fall under family discounts, international students' discounts, sports scholarships, community engagement scholarships, students with determination, merit scholarships, corporate discounts, full advance fee scholarships and early bird discounts.
De Montfort University (Leicester) has been ranked in the top 20 universities for graduate prospects in The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020 and previous DMU graduates have gone on to win Oscars and work with organisations such as the BBC, HSBC, Nike, BMW and the NHS. DMU Dubai students will be offered the opportunity to transfer their studies to the UK campus at any point of the academic year to experience diversity and exceptional international career support by DMU Works, DMU Leicester's careers and employability service.
Manjeet Ridon, provost, DMU, said: “We know that regardless of discipline, developing graduates for successful trajectories beyond university is of critical importance. Enabling our graduates to have a positive impact, whether that be through creating value that is economic, social, cultural, or environmental – or indeed a mixture of each is the embodiment of our success.”
Admissions are now open for September 2022 intake at DMU Dubai for the foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that include: International Year Zero (with subject pathways), BA (Hons) Fashion Communication & Styling, B.Sc. (Hons) Psychology, BA (Hons) Business and Management, BA (Hons) Interior Design, BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance, Law LLB (Hons), BSc (Hons) Cyber Security, B Eng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering, and MBA (Global). Along with this existing bouquet of academic programmes, the university has extended its offerings to employability-oriented programmes which include BSc (Hons) Architecture, MA Human Resources Management, MSc Artificial Intelligence and MSc Strategic and Digital Marketing, among others. To get more information on all programmes and facilities visit: Undergraduate and Foundation courses (dmu.ac.uk)
To know more about Open Days or to arrange a personalised campus tour, please contact DMU Dubai.
The sessions during the Open Day will encourage prospective students to participate in subject-specific talks, speak to academics, industry professionals, and current students, understand application procedures and admission pathways. Future students can explore the state of art facilities firsthand, including interactive learning spaces, design studios, mechanical and electrical labs, moot court, sports facilities, multi-purpose auditorium, library, and on-campus accommodation facilities.
The Open Day is another great opportunity for eligible students to apply for the university’s excellent scholarships. A wide range of student demographics is covered by the DMU Dubai Scholarship Programme and they fall under family discounts, international students' discounts, sports scholarships, community engagement scholarships, students with determination, merit scholarships, corporate discounts, full advance fee scholarships and early bird discounts.
De Montfort University (Leicester) has been ranked in the top 20 universities for graduate prospects in The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020 and previous DMU graduates have gone on to win Oscars and work with organisations such as the BBC, HSBC, Nike, BMW and the NHS. DMU Dubai students will be offered the opportunity to transfer their studies to the UK campus at any point of the academic year to experience diversity and exceptional international career support by DMU Works, DMU Leicester's careers and employability service.
Manjeet Ridon, provost, DMU, said: “We know that regardless of discipline, developing graduates for successful trajectories beyond university is of critical importance. Enabling our graduates to have a positive impact, whether that be through creating value that is economic, social, cultural, or environmental – or indeed a mixture of each is the embodiment of our success.”
Admissions are now open for September 2022 intake at DMU Dubai for the Foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that include: International Year Zero (with subject pathways), BA (Hons) Fashion Communication & Styling, B.Sc. (Hons) Psychology, BA (Hons) Business and Management, BA (Hons) Interior Design, BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance, Law LLB (Hons), BSc (Hons) Cyber Security, B Eng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering, and MBA (Global). Along with this existing bouquet of academic programmes, the university has extended its offerings to employability-oriented programmes which include BSc (Hons) Architecture, MA Human Resources Management, MSc Artificial Intelligence and MSc Strategic and Digital Marketing, among others. To get more information on all programmes and facilities visit: Undergraduate and Foundation courses (dmu.ac.uk)
To know more about Open Days or to arrange a personalised campus tour, please contact DMU Dubai.
Strategically located in Dubai International Academic City with a purpose-built, independent campus building, DMU Dubai welcomes students from all backgrounds and offers a perfect combination of high-quality teaching, excellent facilities and a fantastic student experience.
The sessions during the Open Day will encourage prospective students to participate in subject-specific talks, speak to academics, industry professionals, and current students, understand application procedures and admission pathways. Future students can explore the state of art facilities firsthand, including interactive learning spaces, design studios, mechanical and electrical labs, moot court, sports facilities, multi-purpose auditorium, library, and on-campus accommodation facilities.
The Open Day is another great opportunity for eligible students to apply for the university’s excellent scholarships. A wide range of student demographics is covered by the DMU Dubai Scholarship Programme and they fall under family discounts, international students' discounts, sports scholarships, community engagement scholarships, students with determination, merit scholarships, corporate discounts, full advance fee scholarships and early bird discounts.
De Montfort University (Leicester) has been ranked in the top 20 universities for graduate prospects in The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020 and previous DMU graduates have gone on to win Oscars and work with organisations such as the BBC, HSBC, Nike, BMW and the NHS. DMU Dubai students will be offered the opportunity to transfer their studies to the UK campus at any point of the academic year to experience diversity and exceptional international career support by DMU Works, DMU Leicester's careers and employability service.
Manjeet Ridon, provost, DMU, said: “We know that regardless of discipline, developing graduates for successful trajectories beyond university is of critical importance. Enabling our graduates to have a positive impact, whether that be through creating value that is economic, social, cultural, or environmental – or indeed a mixture of each is the embodiment of our success.”
Admissions are now open for September 2022 intake at DMU Dubai for the Foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that include: International Year Zero (with subject pathways), BA (Hons) Fashion Communication & Styling, B.Sc. (Hons) Psychology, BA (Hons) Business and Management, BA (Hons) Interior Design, BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance, Law LLB (Hons), BSc (Hons) Cyber Security, B Eng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering, and MBA (Global). Along with this existing bouquet of academic programmes, the university has extended its offerings to in-demand employability-oriented programmes which include BSc (Hons) Architecture, MA Human Resources Management, MSc Artificial Intelligence and MSc Strategic and Digital Marketing, among others. To get more information on all programmes and facilities visit: Undergraduate and Foundation courses (dmu.ac.uk)
To know more about Open Days or to arrange a personalised campus tour, please contact DMU Dubai.
وفي تعليقه على الحدث، قال وزير الدولة نايجل آدامز:
"يعد التوسع العالمي الذي حققته جامعة دي مونتفورت من قلب ليسيسترشاير في المملكة المتحدة إلى دبي وكازاخستان استثمارًا رائعًا سيسهم في بناء جيل عالمي من الخريجين الجامعيين المتميزين. وهذا يمثل إحدى أروع الصادرات البريطانية أي رعاية المواهب وتنميتها.
"كان من دواعي سروري افتتاح المختبر الهندسي فائق التطور وتهنئة فريق الكريكيت بالجامعة. وآمل أن أرى بعض أسماء اللاعبين الذين تعرفت عليهم اليوم وهم يلعبون الكريكيت في المملكة المتحدة في السنوات القليلة القادمة لصالح مقاطعة يوركشاير العظيمة".
من ناحية أخرى، تعد جامعة دي مونتفورت أحد الشريكين المؤسسين لجناح المملكة المتحدة في معرض إكسبو دبي، وقد استثمرت مبلغ 750,000 جنيه إسترليني في برنامج المملكة المتحدة لعرض مزايا التعليم العالي في المملكة والجامعة في هذا المنبر العالمي.
وكانت جامعة دي مونفورت الموجودة في المملكة المتحدة قد افتتحت رسمياً حرمها الجامعي الثالث في دبي في شهر ديسمبر عام 2021.
وكان من أهم الأسباب التي دفعت الجامعة لرعاية جناح المملكة المتحدة هو التزامن والتنسيق بين إطلاق حرم الجامعة الجديد في دبي ومعرض إكسبو 2020.
ومن خلال هذه الشراكة، نأمل في إقامة وتطوير علاقات جديدة مع دوائر الأعمال في منطقة دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة وزيادة توظيف الطلاب للوصول إلى الأهداف التي تنشدها جميع فروعنا جامعية.
كما نتطلع أيضًا لإبراز مكانة ومزايا جامعة دي مونفورت ليستر للطلاب الدوليين الراغبين بالدراسة في المملكة المتحدة.
وخلال زيارته إلى جناح الاستدامة، تعرف الوزير على نهج دي مونفرت دبي الذي يركز على خطة طويلة الأجل للمنطقة في هذا الشأن. وشارك في مناقشات حول قابلية الخريجين للتوظيف والحاجة إلى تطوير المهارات القابلة للنقل.
وقدم البروفسور سايمون برادبري، نائب المستشار الدولي وعميد كلية الفنون والتصميم والعلوم الإنسانية في جامعة دي مونفورت، عرضاً موجزاً للوزير عن الرؤية الطموحة للجامعة. وأوضح ذلك بقوله: "نحن نمتلك سجلاً بحثياً متميزاً بفضل التزامناً بخدمة الصالح العام، من خلال البحث فيما يؤثر على المجتمع وحل المشكلات وإحداث تغيير فعلي في حياة الناس وسلوكهم عبر إيجاد حلول مبتكرة في مختلف جوانب الحياة".
وتلتزم جامعة دي مونفورت، باعتبارها الجامعة البريطانية الوحيدة المصنفة بأنها مركز عالمي للأمم المتحدة لتحقيق هدف التنمية المستدامة (16)، بالعمل على دراسة وإنجاز أهداف الأمم المتحدة بشأن التنمية المستدامة في أنشطتها البحثية والتدريسية ومشاريعها. وفي هذا الإطار، تستضيف الجامعة المؤتمر الثامن لمبادئ تعليم الإدارة المسؤولة (PRME) على مستوى الشرق الأوسط وشمال إفريقيا في حرم الجامعة بدبي في الفترة من 21 إلى 24 مارس 2022 لإيجاد منهجيات لتنفيذ شراكات تتمحور حول هدف الأمم المتحدة الخاص بالتنمية المستدامة.
وأضاف سايمون: "تلتزم الجامعة بالعمل على بناء عالم مستدام من خلال نشر مفاهيم التميز البحثي والتفكير النقدي والاستراتيجي والخطط المدروسة بعناية. كما نعتمد استراتيجية بحثية متينة تمثل ركناً أساسياً في رسالة جامعة دي مونفورت".
واستمع المجتمعون أيضًا إلى كلمة من الدكتورة فيديا فينود، رئيسة المجموعة والرئيسة التنفيذية لمؤسسة ستادي وورلد، التي تدير الحرم الجامعي في دبي بالشراكة مع جامعة دي مونفورت- ومن الدكتور مانجيت ريدون، رئيس جامعة دي مونفورت دبي.
وقال الدكتور مانجيت ريدون: "نحن نعلم أنه مهما كان الاختصاص الجامعي، يمثل إعداد الخريجين لتحقيق مسارات ناجحة ما بعد الجامعة أمراً بالغ الأهمية. كما أن تمكين خريجينا من إحداث أثر إيجابي، سواء كان ذلك من خلال خلق قيمة اقتصادية أو اجتماعية أو ثقافية أو بيئية - أو مزيجاً من ذلك كله، هو الشهادة الحقيقية على نجاحنا".
من جهتها قالت الدكتورة فيدهيا فينود، الرئيسة التنفيذية لمؤسسة ستادي وورلد لخدمات التعليم العالي: "تتمتع "ستادي وورلد" بخبرة تزيد عن عقدين من الزمن في تقديم مجموعة واسعة من الخدمات التعليمية بالشراكة مع جامعات دولية من مختلف أنحاء العالم، وستثبت شراكتنا هذه مع جامعة دي مونفورت في دبي مدى فائدتها الكبيرة للطلاب في الإمارات العربية المتحدة والمنطقة بشكل عام. إذ ستساعد شبكتنا الدولية في استقطاب الطلاب من أكثر من 120 دولة ونتطلع إلى تقديم شهادات جامعية رفيعة المستوى والجودة تركز على أهلية الطلاب للتوظيف".x`
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Minister of State Nigel Adams said:
"De Montfort University's global expansion from the heart of Leicestershire in the UK to Dubai and Kazakhstan is an amazing investment that will help build global alumni. It's another fantastic UK export that is nurturing talent.
"It's been great to open the state-of-the-art engineering lab and congratulate the university's cricket team. I hope to see a few of the names I have heard today playing cricket in the UK in a few years playing for the great county of Yorkshire.”
DMU is one of two founding partners of the UK Pavilion at ExpoDubai and has invested £750,000 in the UK programme to showcase UK higher education and the university on a global stage.
In December 2021, the UK-based university officially opened its third campus in Dubai.
One of the key reasons for DMU's sponsorship of the UK Pavilion is the alignment between the launch of the new Dubai campus and Expo 2020.
Through this partnership, we hope to establish and develop new relationships with businesses in the UAE region and increase student recruitment to reach objectives across all of our campuses.
We are also looking to promote DMU Leicester for those international students who would like to study in the UK.
During his visit to the Sustainability Hub, he heard about DMU’s approach focusing on long-term plan for the region. He engaged in discussions about employability and the need for developing transferable skills.
Simon Bradbury, Pro Vice-Chancellor International and Dean of Arts, Design and Humanities of DMU briefed the Minister on the ambitious vision of the institution. He explained: “We have an excellent research record as we are committed to serving the public good, by investigating what impacts society, solve issues and make an actual change in people’s lives and behaviour through originating solutions in various life aspects".
Being the only UK university to be designated the United Nations Global Hub for Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16, DMU commits to addressing the UN SDGs in its research, teaching and enterprise activity. In line with this, DMU is hosting the 8th Middle East and North Africa MENA, Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) conference at the Dubai campus from 21-24 March 2022 to create methodologies for the implementation of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal partnerships.
“DMU is committed to shaping and promoting a sustainable world by deploying research excellence, critical, strategic thinking and well-built plans. We also have a well-established research strategy that is central to DMU’s mission", Simon added.
The gathering also heard from Dr Vidhya Vinod, Group President and CEO of Study World – the organisation running the campus in partnership with DMU – and Dr Manjeet Ridon, DMU Dubai Provost.
“We know that regardless of discipline, developing graduates for successful trajectories beyond university is of critical importance. Enabling our graduates to have a positive impact, whether that be through creating value that is economic, social, cultural, or environmental – or indeed a mixture of each, is the embodiment of our success,” added Manjeet Ridon, Provost, DMU Dubai.
Dr Vidhya Vinod, CEO of Study World Higher Education Services, said: “Study World has over two decades of experience in providing a range of educational services in partnership with international universities worldwide and this association with DMU in Dubai will prove highly beneficial for students in the UAE and the wider region. Our international network will help attract students from over 120 countries and we look forward to providing high-quality, employment-focused degrees to students.”
GymNation, the UAE’s leading gym chain, and former two-time world boxing champion and Olympic Silver Medalist Amir Khan, today announced a partnership that will see the Amir Khan Academy launch within GymNation locations across the UAE.
With successful Amir Khan Academies already operating and coaching thousands of young people across the UK and Pakistan, the partnership will see the launch of the first Amir Khan Academy within the Middle East.
The academy will provide an opportunity for the youth of the UAE to be trained by highly qualified, professional, boxing instructors in unmatched GymNation facilities. The multiple daily coaching sessions will focus on the various physical, mental and social benefits of boxing.
In a bid to promote inclusion and accessibility to all, the partnership will allow GymNation and Amir to continue their focus on supporting People of Determination, providing them the opportunity to excel in sports, through a series of specially designed classes.
Loren Holland, CEO and Founder of GymNation, was quoted as saying “We are wholly focused on continuing to develop and further improve the GymNation product, and offer residents of the UAE access to the very best gym facilities and fitness classes. Our partnership with the Amir Khan Academy not only highlights our commitment to this, but also reinforces our ability to attract and work with the best in business. We are looking forward to working with Amir and his coaches and together building a strong youth boxing community across the UAE”.
Amir Khan further added “Whilst spending a lot of time in the UAE, my focus has been on working to create a pathway that will further develop grassroots boxing across the region. In my ongoing discussions with the Sports Council and the UAE Boxing Federation, it is clear how much work has already been done to establish boxing here, and I am looking to contribute further to that, with the UAE launch of the Amir Khan Academy. In partnering with GymNation, our coaches and class participants will have access to world-class facilities, that not only allow them to focus on the technical aspects of boxing, but also provide them the opportunity to develop their strength and fitness. I’m really excited to get started and unlock the vast potential of the future generation of UAE based boxers.”
Classes are scheduled to begin later in October. To register a a free class, or for more information on GymNation / The Amir Khan Academy, visit: www.gymnation.com/AmirKhanAcademy
DUBAI, UAE: Super Boxing League (SBL) is presenting Amir Khan Crypto Fight Night on October 16, 2021 at La Perle in Dubai. The first of its kind event, supported by the World Boxing Council (WBC) and Savy Capital, will showcase Dubai as the future hub of blockchain while bringing the city’s growing crypto and boxing communities together for epic showdowns. Some of the world’s most notable crypto traders will face off in the ring to support the Amir Khan Foundation.
SBL’s CEO and founder Bill Dosanjh is proud to align his organization with the transformative crypto community and be part of efforts to help position Dubai as the blockchain capital of the world. “As the first-ever combat sports promoters to leap into the crypto space, SBL is eager to contribute to UAE’s vision for an innovative future,” Dosanjh said. “This association will help build the sport amongst the young business- minded generation whose forward-thinking mindset aligns with SBL’s core values.”
The SBL hosted the India Season in League Format followed by Jeddah Season becoming the first combat sports promoter to introduce boxing in the Middle East. The WBC supported SBL Jeddah Season and also designed a special WBC belt for the International Title (Amir Khan vs. Billy Dib). The SBL Crypto Fight Night is set to make history again in the Middle East with the first-ever WBC crypto belt, specially designed by the WBC.
Amir Khan, SBL’s Chairman and two-time boxing world champion expressed excitement about the event, noting that SBL is making history by being the first promotions organization to partner with the crypto community. “By associating with crypto, we will further augment our endeavor to reach like-minded groups who believe in innovation and transformation,” he said, adding that audiences should “be prepared to witness high adrenaline action unlike anything they’ve seen before.”
For the main fight, RookieXBT, one of the world’s youngest and most respected crypto traders, will battle it out with Loomdart, a world-renowned crypto investor, and partner at leading VC firm eGirl Capital. It is the first time the crypto community will see the two top stars, which are typically viewed online only as avatars, live in action. For the co- main event, The WBC Asia Heavyweight Title is also up for grabs with an exciting showdown between two huge punchers in the heavyweight division, which sees New Zealand big-hitter Hemi ‘The Heat’ Ahio (17-0-0, 12 KO’s) in a seismic collision with Dubai KO king Mohammad Ali Bayat Farid (17-2-1, 17 KO’s) for the Vacant WBC Asia Heavyweight Championship.
In addition to the main and co main events, there will be three highly-competitive contests between some of the world’s most powerful crypto traders which will also take place on the card, featuring: Profit Maximalist podcast host Luke Martin versus whizz-kid trader Barney The Boi, leading British trader Adam ‘Cass’ Craigmile vs. American hot-trader Ahmed Mousa.
Furthermore, the event shall also host full undercard action-packed contests between some of the most mighty fighters, featuring: Pro Boxing Debutant; Abdul Khan, the National Youth ABA champion and Amir Khan’s cousin, Indian fame Neeraj Goyat, the WBC Asian Champion, other prominent Indian names like Chandni Mehra, Shivani Dahiya, Sandeep Kumar, Sachin Nautiyal, other eminent pugilists like Sajid Abid, Rodrigo Carabello, Mamba Franco, Bebe Rico Tshibangu and Stelios Papadopoulus all coming from various parts of the world.
All earnings from the fight night will be donated to Amir Khan Foundation, a foundation founded by two-time World Boxing Champion & Olympic Silver Medalist Amir Khan in 2014 and has since responded to causes, projects and emergencies across the world. Our core objective is to support communities globally, especially through health, fitness, and sport. The event will also feature auctions of various crypto related assets, collectibles, and NFT digital art, with all the funds raised to be donated to Amir Khan Foundation.
The crypto industry revolves around decentralization, making money more global and accessible to all. In that inclusive spirit, a spokesperson for Savy Capital, the event’s crypto community partner said, “The crypto community is a robust group of individuals and companies that are dedicated to making a difference in today’s society. We are proud to bring them together with the combat sports community in partnership with SBL, where we can showcase to people the winning spirit, high octane energy, and philanthropic personalities of all involved.”
Roy Blackstone, the event’s powered by sponsor said, “SBL and Savy Capital are combining to give the world the first event that merges the boxing and crypto communities in Dubai, one of the world's most incredible cities. This night will help to bring awareness of both of these communities to the mainstream, and I am proud to support the very first fight night.”
Bybit, another powered by sponsor said, “Crypto and boxing have a lot in common — striving for excellence, keeping one’s composure in challenging circumstances, being resilient enough and coming back again and again even when getting knocked down, and not to mention being often misunderstood. The pandemic has taken a toll on sports and other sources of joy. We at Bybit are glad to be able to help bring some entertainment back, and add a little excitement to the lovers of combat sports and crypto.”
Another event partner, Sheikh Almualla bin Ahmed Al Mualla, founder of Ghaf Capital hopes the activations will be a way to blow off steam after a difficult year. “We're excited for an amazing evening with our fellow blockchain pioneers and the athletes attending,” he said. “In a way, it's metaphoric of what many of us have lived through last year, taking punches and getting knocked down. It's going to be a great reminder that no matter what punches life throws at you, keep your hands up and keep swinging!”
During fight week, crypto-trading fans will have a chance to meet their legends live during a series of activations including face-offs, in-mall events, and more.
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Main Event
Co-Main Event (WBC Asia Heavyweight Belt)
Undercard fights
Adrenaline-fuelled Professional contests
In addition to the Crypto traders’ Undercard fights, the event shall also host Full exhilarating contests which shall feature; Indian fame Neeraj Goyat, the WBC Asian Champion, other marked Pro Indian names like Chandni Mehra, Shivani Dahiya, Sandeep Kumar, Sachin Nautiyal, Gurjant Singh, hot prospect Abdul Khan, the National Youth ABA champion, will be making his professional debut plus other eminent pugilists like other eminent pugilists like Sajid Abid, Rodrigo Carabello, Mamba Franco, Bebe Rico Tshibangu and Stelios Papadopoulus all eminent pugilists coming from various parts of the world.
It’s time to bring the fun beyond the classroom! Keep your kids entertained with the last chance to get our Back to School Offer: KIDS VISIT FOR FREE for every paying adult on tickets starting at 209 AED and embark on a magical journey through a world of whimsical wonders.
After-school activities no longer have to be just for the kids with our family-friendly offers. If you’re a bigger group of 4 or more, you can avail a 25% discount on tickets with our Friends and Family Offer. But wait, there’s more! UAE residents can get an exclusive 20% discount on tickets.
Feel embedded and mesmerized with La Perle, a captivating trip into a Dubai-rich fantasy brought to life with awe-inspiring stunts and special effects that can leave spectators breathless! Featuring world-class artists performing breathtaking and extraordinary acts including acrobatics, contortion, flying, diving, and even motorcycles defying gravity.
Families and friends can enjoy a fun and worry-free time with enhanced wellness and safety measures implemented at the theater. A journey of limitless wonder awaits!
Tickets are easily purchased from La Perle’s website: www.laperle.com/offers
This exclusive La Perle show will be running throughout the week from Tuesdays to Saturday with two shows at 6:30 pm and 9:00 pm.
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The growing tribe of padel enthusiasts in Dubai have something to cheer about. A new indoor air-conditioned complex dedicated to the racquet sport, the largest in the UAE, is now open in the city’s Al Quoz Industrial Area 2.
The eight-court facility, named Padelae, is developed and operated by Padel Planet Sports & Amusement Tracks.
The state-of-the-art indoor complex offers world-class padel courts and high-quality service and has been established with the objective of making the sport more accessible and expanding padel communities in the UAE.
William, operation manager of Padelae, said: “As everywhere, Padel is riding a wave of popularity in the UAE, with the sport’s appeal transcending die-hard enthusiasts to capture the interest of people who otherwise largely keep away from sporting activities but find themselves drawn to padel because it is just such a fun and easy-to-play sport, and an extremely sociable one at that.”
“With eight padel courts housed in a single complex all built to international specifications and standards, Padelae is set to play a catalyzing role in promoting and further developing the sport in the UAE,” he added.
The facility offers members and non-members a range of services and amenities including more than 60 private and valet parking slots, separate changing rooms for ladies and gents, Padel Pro-Shop, and a café named The Bandeja.
The needs and concerns of female players are at the center of the new facility’s planning process and operational approach. From designing women-friendly court spaces to offering ladies arrangements cut off from outside view, every effort has been taken to ensure the comfort and convenience of female padel players.
“We are lately seeing that ladies, in particular, are taking to padel in a big way, and we have really gone the extra mile to make the courts, facilities, and services all in tune with their needs,” said William.
Members and non-members can book a court, create and join a match, and make bookings through the Padelae website and app. Memberships (Gold, Diamond, Platinum) special benefits, discounts and booking privileges can be availed online.
It's finally time: The 2021 European soccer championship will be held from 11 June to 11 July. 24 countries will be competing for the European Championship title in a total of 51 games. It’s the question on everyone’s mind: who will be the next European champion? We also want to know and invite all football fans to a sporting challenge: Predict the outcome of the European Championship matches and play against our GEZE team members. The 10 best participants will receive a great prize package! In addition, we will raffle off 10 other great prizes per country among the other participants.
Our football pool challenge is very simple: You will be predicting the results of the European Championship matches and competing against our GEZE team. If your predictions are better than ours, you have the chance to win one of three iPad Pros. And if not? No problem. We will be drawing for 5 original European Championship footballs from among all participants. Sounds good? Then make your predictions now!
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