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CINEBLITZ IMHD WINS rights to broadcast India - Sri Lanka Cricket Series

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...

Expo 2020: big deficit in sustainability demands industry and academics to foster partnerships

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...

The MENA Regional Chapter of UN PRME has collaborated with De Montfort University Dubai to establish the 9th MENA PRME Forum and Conference.

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...

DMU Dubai to host Open Day on March 27 for ambitious students in the UAE

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...

DMU Dubai to host Open Day on March 5 for ambitious students in the UAE

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...

DMU Dubai to host Open Day on March 5 for ambitious students in the UAE

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...

UK Cabinet Office Minister opens new De Montfort University Dubai's engineering lab

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...

Homegrown fitness brand GymNation, joins forces with The Amir Khan Academy to develop grassroots boxing within the UAE

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...

Amir Khan, two-time boxing world champion & Super Boxing League (SBL) are set to make history in the Middle East with the first-ever World Boxing Council (WBC) Heavyweight title in the Middle East

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...

The Ultimate Treat for Kids with La Perle's Back To School Offers

  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...

The UAE’s largest indoor padel complex opens in Dubai

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...

Huge European Championship competition: Who can make better predictions than GEZE?

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...

Growing Our Team at The Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah Robert Sahyouni Joins as Director of Sales & Marketing

Sharjah (15/05/2021) - Since its inauguration in 2018, The Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah has rapidly built a robust reputation as one of the finest luxury hotels in the region. This renowned establishment’s success was made possible through the contribution, savoir faire and dynamism of its team of dedicated individuals. As the hotel is expanding, new hires have been taking place and we are thrilled to...

'RIDE' is transitioning into the trending market of eco friendly tours with newly launched all terrain electric bicycles

RIDE, a company previously focused on off-road motorcycle tours is transitioning into the emerging and trending market of eco-friendly tours with their newly launched all-terrain, fat wheel, one-of-a-kind electric bicycles. The reason for this transition was simple, ‘everyone can do it”. RIDE’s goal was to focus on a more inclusive way to tour the varying terrains the UAE has to offer, to all...

XLIX art project public exhibition at 2 more locations

Dubai, 07 April 2021 Griet Van den Auwelant presents XLIX, an all female artist collaboration. The grass roots art project continues it’s public exhibition tour on World Art Dubai at DWTC.  The installation of 49 concrete sculptures includes the work of 34 female artists living in the Emirates. The collaborative artwork represents women empowerment and celebrates the cultural diversity in the...

GymNation crowned Best Gym In The UAE by residents

Homegrown fitness brand, GymNation, has been crownded the “Best Gym In The UAE” in a recent public vote held by Virgin Radio’s The Kris Fade Show. GymNation received 51 per cent of the 70,000+ total votes, with Fitness First coming in second with 21 per cent and Crank  coming in third with 8 per cent. Last weeks competition, was part of the show’s ‘The Best In The UAE’ series to find and...

UAE homegrown Fitness brand GymNation partners with Heroes of Hope in support of People of Determination across the UAE

GymNation, the UAE’s leading gym operator, today announces the success of its partnership with inclusive sports community NPO, Heroes of Hope. The partnership was set up at the start of November 2020, to reaffirm GymNations focus on supporting UAE communities, by providing People of Determination the opportunity to excel through employment and access to fitness. The partnership comes in response...