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Barbie movie: Global ticket sales cross $1bn; set for Aug 10 release in UAE

Barbie, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, was released in the US on July 21

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Abu Dhabi-based twofour54 unveils ambitious plans to build film studio

Set to span over 100 acres, twofour54 Studios will be a next-gen, virtual production-ready, metaverse-enabled and fully-fledged production studio

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Expo City Dubai: A look at its key milestones since launch

As it continues to grow, Expo City Dubai will welcome more businesses, SMEs, entrepreneurs, organisations, academic and research institutions in addition to residents who live in its communities

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Samsung, FRAME unveil Galaxy Z Flip4 accessories inspired by UAE culture, created by local artists

The creations launched at Al Shindaga Museum in collaboration with Dubai Culture are available for purchase online until the end of July

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Obituary: Honouring Peter Hellyer, acclaimed author, historian and filmmaker

Considered a close friend of the UAE, Hellyer leaves behind a legacy that will forever be etched in the country’s history

Emirates renews tie-up with Sydney Symphony Orchestra Image credit Emirates photographer Keith Saunders

Emirates Airline, Sydney Symphony Orchestra extend partnership

The orchestra will work with the airline to reach out to a global audience through the Orchestra’s Sydney Symphony on Demand digital platform

Sheikh Hamdan with his son

UAE Father’s Day: Sheikh Hamdan’s life as a son and a father in 15 pictures

The UAE has dedicated June 21 to celebrating the vital role that fathers play in our lives

Zayed Naional Museum announces Dhs1m fund to support reseacrh into UAE culture Image DCT Abu Dhabi Zayed National Museum

New Dhs1m research fund launched, supports study of UAE history, culture

Applications will be reviewed by a panel compromising representatives from Zayed National Museum and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi

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Culture and creative industries: Dubai tops global list in FDI projects in 2022

The US, India, the UK, France and Switzerland emerged as the leading foreign direct investors in Dubai’s cultural and creative industries in FDI projects

Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai at IIFA Awards

Etihad Arena hosts Bollywood’s biggest stars for IIFA Awards 2023 in Abu Dhabi

The IIFA awards are being held in partnership with DCT Abu Dhabi and Miral at the Etihad Arena for the second year in a row

UAE announces fund to support restoration of heritage projects in Africa Photo credit WAM

UAE to fund world heritage restoration, rehabilitation projects in Africa

These projects will be implemented in cooperation with local governments, alongside local and international partners

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Ramadan 2023: Workplace dos and don’ts during the Holy Month

Here’s how you can be considerate to colleagues and clients during Ramadan

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Ramadan in Dubai: Here’s what’s happening during the Holy Month

Curated by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment, ‘Ramadan in Dubai’ festivities will run from March 23-April 21

Dubai Lynx

2023: Dubai Lynx Festival kicks off

The event will offer attendees exclusive seminars, workshops, and inspirational talks from industry leaders in the creative sector

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How art is being incorporated into investment portfolios for diversification

Developments within the art market over the last decade have been followed almost as closely as those within the stock market

Sheikh Mohammed inaugurates renovated Al Shindagha Museum

Sheikh Mohammed inaugurates renovated Al Shindagha Museum in Dubai

Al Shindagha Museum features 22 pavilions that include 80 historic houses showcasing the development of Dubai and the UAE

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Dubai Metro Music Festival kicks off across five metro stations

Metro stations have been transformed into stages for live musical performances during the week-long celebration, which ends on March 12

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Interview: Benedetta Ghione, executive director, Art Dubai   

Ghione talks about the region’s art scene going from strength to strength and Art Dubai 2023, which concluded on March 5

The global imprint of Arab fashion

The global impact of Arab fashion

Mohammed Aqra, chief strategy officer at Arab Fashion Council, tells Gulf Business how the council has reinvented the world’s perception of Arab fashion

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Netflix launches programme to upskill television producers in Saudi

The seven-week programme will be available exclusively through the University of Southern California

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TeamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi receives ¥1bn in sponsorship deal from Japan’s Inpex Corporation

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi has signed an MoU with Inpex subsidiary, Japan Oil Development, for the sponsorship deal for teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi

Flash Entertainment brings Blippi The Musical to Abu Dhabi

Interview: Josh Blackburn, producer of ‘Blippi, The Musical’

The popular musical has brought Blippi, the cheerful, energetic and educational children’s character, from the screen to the stage to entertain audiences

Hai Ramadan at Expo City Dubai photo WAM

Enjoy Expo City Dubai’s ‘Hai Ramadan’ offerings

Featuring a showcase of age-old traditions to food, fun, games and a night market, Expo City Dubai’s Hai Ramadan will run for a period of 50 days

Majid Al Futtaim

Power Letters 2023: Fahed Ghanim, CEO, Majid Al Futtaim – Lifestyle

As we look to the year ahead, we will undoubtedly see ‘moments’ become the currency of customer experience

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Abu Dhabi: More than one million visitors visit Sheikh Zayed Festival to watch fireworks

The largest fireworks display lasted for more than 40 minutes, with more than 3,000 drones in the air during the show

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teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi is 25% complete: DCT Abu Dhabi, Miral

Scheduled to be completed in 2024, teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi is set to be an immersive, inspirational space at the intersection of art and technology

The rapidly changing music industry landscape

With fans today embracing classic, modern and futuristic methods of consuming music, coupled with the recovery of live events from the pandemic, the outlook for the global music business is upbeat

Dubai marks Diwali with celebrations across the city

Here’s what you can do in Dubai to celebrate Diwali

With retail offers, Diwali bazaars, live entertainment and fireworks, the festival of lights bring happiness and vibrance to the city

Global Village

Dubai’s RTA to resume four bus routes for Global Village’s 27th season

Global Village will open for visitors on Tuesday, October 25

Abu Dhabi’s twofour54 launches ‘The Community Hub’ to connect creative sector, startups

The Community Hub will offer businesses in the UAE and beyond access to a network of creative and media professionals