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- Comedy in the Middle East can be done, but consideration must be given to cultural and religious sensitivities, according to British comedian Jim Davidson. Davidson, director of the Dubai Comedy Festival, says the region's entertainment industry is growing, but corporate support remains critical.
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- United Arab Emirates: Thursday, October 13 - 2005 at 11:46
- The Phil Collins concert in Dubai on 10th November will be the biggest musical event the Gulf has ever seen, with an expected audience of 15,000. A purpose-built venue is being set up at Dubai Autodrome, and organisers Mirage Promotions hope it will be the first of many.
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- United Arab Emirates: Monday, October 10 - 2005 at 09:57
- Cricket in India and Pakistan is driving the global game, according to former Australian wicketkeeper Rod Marsh. Marsh has recently been appointed as director of coaching for the ICC Global Cricket Academy, which aims to hone the skills of tomorrow's cricketing stars, from Asia and beyond.
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- United Arab Emirates: Thursday, September 22 - 2005 at 09:32
- International Watch Company is joining forces with Mercedes-AMG to offer limited edition watches and Mercedes-Benz cars in the Middle East. George Kern, CEO, IWC, explains the strategy behind the partnership.
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- United Arab Emirates: Sunday, September 18 - 2005 at 11:35
- Golf is booming worldwide, with the sharpest growth seen in emerging markets such as China and India. In the Middle East, countries such as Dubai are using golf tournaments to promote their international status as well as tourism, according to Aidan Revie, Sales Director, Driving Force.
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- United Arab Emirates: Saturday, September 17 - 2005 at 09:50
- With interest in cricket boosted by England's performance in the recent Ashes series, the ICC has high hopes for its new Global Cricket Academy at Dubai Sports City. Malcolm Speed, Chief Executive, ICC, believes revived interest in the game will also lead to greater sponsorship support.
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- United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, September 14 - 2005 at 09:16
- The ambitious Dubailand project, set to open in 2008, is intended to become one of the world's top ten holiday destinations. Arif Mubarak, Business Development Manager says that plans include one day hosting the Olympics - and with Dubailand's climate controlled eco-domes, even the winter games might be possible.
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- United Arab Emirates: Thursday, May 19 - 2005 at 10:23
- Dubai-based Jebel Ali International Hotels is developing a centre of sporting excellence in assocation with UK-based My Sports, spearheaded by former international footballers to Viv Anderson and Tony Woodcock, and rugby player Jason Leonard. Viv Anderson explains why they chose the Middle East.
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- United Arab Emirates: Monday, April 18 - 2005 at 11:14
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