2005
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MUSS gets going
Dubai Sports City's Manchester United Soccer Schools has held its first training session at Al Wasl Sports Club. Over the next four months more than 500 children aged between seven and 16 will be put through a programme adapted from the Manchester United's Youth Academy.
Celebrity cooks at expo
Celebrity chef Antony Worrall Thompson and TV interior designer Linda Barker are among the famous names attending the first Gulf News Ideal Home Exhibition at the Dubai Airport Expo. Supported by the BBC, the exhibition is divided into seven specialist zones, from kitchen and garden to crafts and technology.
Gold bonanza at DSF
The Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group will put up more than $2.72m worth of gold and diamonds in prizes during the 11th Dubai Shopping Festival 2006. The promotion is a joint effort by the DSF and DGJG, and is supported by the World Gold Council, PAMP and Real Media Network.
Malls pull in $30bn yearly
GCC retail shopping malls generate gross revenue of $30bn a year, representing 5.5% of the region's total GDP, according to a report by Retail International cited in Gulf News. The figure represents almost 55% of all retail sales.
DSF gears up shopping spree
Planning for the Dubai Shopping Festival 2006 is on schedule with over 2,000 outlets confirmed participants in the month long event, according to organisers. Over 115 separate events will also be held, including the nightly fireworks at Al Mamzar Park, Dubai Creek and Global Village.
Fatboy Slim in Dubai tour
Britain's biggest DJ, Norman Cook, better known as Fatboy Slim, will be making his first ever Middle East appearance at the Dubai International Convention Centre on 5 January 2005, according to Gulf News. He will be supported by singer Neneh Cherry and a other performers.
DSF roadshow visits Muscat
The Dubai Shopping Festival roadshow stopped off in Muscat yesterday. The delegation is visiting three cities in Saudi Arabia, as well as Kuwait, Qatar and Bahrain. We want all the families of the Gulf to come and participate in one of the world's biggest shopping festivals, said CEO Saeed Al Naboudah.
Bryan Adams rocks Dubai
Canadian rock star Bryan Adams will be back in Dubai for a concert on February 2 in the Dubai Media City amphitheatre. His tour will coincide with the release of his Anthology album, and feature a full band. Talent Brokers are the local concert promoter.
Gold price hits jewellery
This soaring price of gold is hitting local jewellery sales in Dubai which are always price sensitive. PJ Jewellery export manager Kyle Choi told Gulf News that since November sales had fallen by 40%, while Baki Jewellery reported a 10% fall in demand.
Second DIFF opens tonight
The Second Dubai International Film Festival will open tonight with a glittering ceremony for 800 stars and VIPs at the Madinat Jumeirah. Most prominent will be Hollywood veteran actor Morgan Freeman and Arab stars headed by Adel Imam from Egypt.
Oman joint smart card scheme
BankMuscat, Oman Oil Marketing, Oman Mobile and Lulu Hypermarkets have jointly introduced a smart card rewards programme for customers. The scheme offers instant rewards and redemptions across partner outlets.
UAE consumer confidence declines
Consumer confidence in the UAE has slipped in H2 2005, according to the results of the MasterIndex commissioned by MasterCard International. The UAE scored 78.1 out of 100, down from 92.9 six months ago, which places it third in the Middle East and North Africa. Analysts say that a rise in inflation is the most likely cause for the drop.
The Paper Room opens in Dubai
The Paper Room has opened a boutique at The Boulevard, Jumeirah Emirates Towers in Dubai dedicated to paper and paper products. Products include cards and fine stationery, desk and library accessories, journals and albums, waxes and seals, writing instruments and specialty inks.
DIFF, strong sales
Organisers of the Dubai International Film Festival 2005 have reported strong advanced sales for the event, with tickets for all six of the nightly gala screenings fully booked. The festival will screen 98 films, including full-length features, retrospectives and short films. It runs from 11-17 December.
Dubai cut diamond
A unique diamond with 99 facets to reflect the 99 holy names of Allah, called the Dubai cut, has been launched by the Dubai Metals and Commodities Centre. In a deal with Russian diamond manufacturers Kristall, 1,800 of the stones will be created per year.
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