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Dubai Motor Show - Audi's Q7
The front runner of a new generation of SUV's is the Audi Q7 which is proudly displayed at the show. From behind the steering wheel Thierry Seys, MD, Audi talks about this dazzling car and their commitment to the Middle East.
Dubai International Film Festival - The Apprentices
A new category gives young filmmakers a presence at this international event. We talk to debutante Maryam Bin Fahad about this new opportunity, as well as her latest work - a major historical project which will be screened officially, early 2006.
Abu Dhabi World Leadership Summit
The 42nd President of the USA, Pakistan's first female Prime Minister, Britain's pioneering entrepreneur formed part of the auspicious line up of speakers at this debut event. David Sersta, VP, The Power Within talks about organising an annual event of this nature.
This Month... in Qatar
A new series which looks at some of the key events taking place across the region. This month we focus on Qatar with a host of activities including the unveiling of the world's largest sports dome, opening of the Aspire Academy, an International Petroleum Technology Conference and rock star Bryan Adams at a Gala event. Plus a grand escape - the stunning 'Inland Sea'.
Dubai International Film Fest Launches
Following the official launch of this years cinematic festival Neil Stephenson, Director, Dubai International Film Festival talks about the awareness created by the debut event and some of the innovations which can be expected this December.
Qatar's Hand of Friendship
Qatar Foundation, Qatar Airways and the Doha Asian Games organisers have teamed up to launch a relief campaign "Reach Out to Asia". AME Info Radio was at the launch in Qatar and spoke with Her Excellency Sheikha Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
The Talentbrokers - 25 Years On
As well as reflecting back on the past 25 years Padma Coram, from Dubai's premiere event management company, talks about the forthcoming Dubai show with Phil Cool and Jasper Carrot. Also joining the conversation is Elton John, with a few comments about being in Dubai.
This Month... Bahrain
A new series which looks at some of the key events taking place across the region. In the debut edition we focus on the Kingdom of Bahrain, looking at the Arabian Jewellery Exhibition, the new horse racing season and the refurbishment of the Ritz Carlton Bahrain Hotel & Spa, plus where to go and what to do.
Gulf4Good at Humanitarian City
UAE charity Gulf4Good has relocated to Dubai's new Humanitarian City. Paul Olivier, challenge director, tell us more about Gulf4Good and what it means to be located close to aid groups such as the World Food Programme, the U.N. and World Vision.
LIVE 8 - Make Poverty History
10 concerts, 100 artistes, a million spectators, 2 billion viewers - LIVE 8. So why? With statements from Bob Geldof, Bono and Elton John, Phil Blizzard takes a look at the world's biggest event which takes place Saturday 2nd July and who the message is aimed at.
New Music on AME Info Radio
Bruce Springsteen is back with a new album - Devils & Dust, top UK band Coldplay rush in at the Speed of Sound, a taster for their forthcoming CD 'X&Y'. We hear U2 and news of a new DVD, Razorlight - a London/Swedish collaboration and new boys on the operatic block El Divo.
The Australian Game Show
With so many workshops on the itinerary for travel professionals at the Emirates Holidays' World of Choice Brochure launch it can be a case of information 'overload'. The Australian Tourism representatives adapted a world famous television game show to provide 'edutainment' for their visitors.
Rock special - Stones on the Road
Their last tour, 2002-03, generated $88 million sales in North America, alone. With the announcement of a new tour taking in the Far East and Europe bigger bucks will no doubt be licked up by this rolling rock machine. The big question is "Will the Stones continue to 'roll on the road' or is this the last for Mick, Keith, Charlie and Ron"?
Four Seasons Golf & Country Club at Dubai Festival City
David Glanville-Williams, GM of Dubai Festival City tells us why Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts were selected for the project and Antione Corinthios, the premier hotel group's President Europe, Middle East and Africa extols the relationship with the Al-Futtaim Group. He also talks about Four Seasons other Middle East developments.
Mark Knopfler in Dire Straits
The 'Sultans of Swing' Dire Straits were one of the biggest bands in the mid 1980's, especially with the phenomenally successful album 'Brothers in Arms'. Mark Knopfler will be performing in Dubai as we find out in this special profile on the voice & guitar of Dire Straits.
