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  • Maria Sharapova, Tennis Player
  • Sharapova's secrets of success

  • Tennis star Maria Sharapova, taking part in the Dubai Tennis Open this week, gives advice to aspiring sports stars, as well as her own philosophy of trying to be number one. Sharapova also reveals what she hopes to do after her tennis career.
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  • United Arab Emirates: Monday, February 20 - 2006 at 07:51
  • Learning the corporate game

  • With interest in golf growing in the Gulf, amateurs are being given a chance to brush up their skills at free clinics hosted by Dubai Golf. Nicky Lawrenson, Senior Instructor, Peter Cowen Golf Academy, says that golf tends to have more of a business focus in the region compared to internationally.
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  • United Arab Emirates: Tuesday, January 31 - 2006 at 08:56
  • Tiger's eye on Dubai

  • Three of the world's top five golfers, including Tiger Woods, will compete in the Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa Challenge Match on 31st January. David Thomson, GM Corporate Affairs, Jebel Ali International Hotels, looks at the growth of golf in Dubai, and gives his tips on the likely winners.
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  • United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, January 18 - 2006 at 09:01
  • Jamie Bestwick, BMX champion
  • Marketing the X factor

  • The recent world X-Games held in Dubai represented a niche sponsorship opportunity for marketers. But as the sport grows in prominence and attracts a more mainstream audience, how will it affect its image? World champion BMX rider Jamie Bestwick gives his view.
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  • United Arab Emirates: Tuesday, December 27 - 2005 at 10:03
  • Saks Big Apple style

  • Leading New York fashion designer Naeem Khan displayed his Spring 2006 collection in Saks Fifth Avenue, Dubai. Designs included Middle East-inspired kaftans, evening gowns and tailored cocktail suits.
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  • United Arab Emirates: Tuesday, December 13 - 2005 at 15:32
  • Mohammed Alabbar, Chairman, Emaar
  • Golf in the Gulf

  • After Tiger Woods hit a golf ball from the helipad of the Burj Al Arab, who will hit one from the Burj Dubai? Emaar chairman Mohammed Alabbar takes a swing at that question, as well as the importance of golf as a marketing tool compared to a leisure pursuit.
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  • United Arab Emirates: Thursday, December 08 - 2005 at 09:08
  • Phil Collins' plea for peace

  • Middle Eastern countries should forget about past grievances and try to move forward for their children's sakes, according to music star Phil Collins. Collins performs at Dubai Autodrome tonight as part of his Farewell Tour, after concerts in Beirut and Tel Aviv. Speaking to media in Dubai, Collins revealed his future plans: will Genesis reform?
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  • United Arab Emirates: Thursday, November 10 - 2005 at 09:24
  • Jim Davidson, Director, Dubai Comedy Festival
  • Culturally-sensitive comedy

  • 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


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