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Time Business News
3 days ago
- Time Business News
Where to Find the Best of Dubai in One Place
Dubai is a vibrant city known for its luxurious lifestyle, stunning architecture, and diverse culture. Whether you're a resident or a tourist, finding the best of what Dubai has to offer can be overwhelming. Here's a guide to the best places where you can experience the essence of Dubai all in one location. You can find bests of Dubai on Dubai Mall is not just a shopping destination; it's an experience. As one of the largest malls in the world, it features over 1,200 retail stores, a vast array of dining options, and attractions like the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, an ice rink, and the famous Dubai Fountain. Here, you can shop for luxury goods, enjoy gourmet meals, and take in breathtaking views of the Burj Khalifa. Located at the base of the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Fountain offers a mesmerizing water and light show that takes place daily. This iconic attraction features water jets that shoot up to 150 meters high, choreographed to music. It's a must-see spectacle that showcases the beauty of Dubai's skyline. Global Village is a seasonal cultural and entertainment festival that brings together the best of various cultures from around the world. Here, you can explore pavilions representing different countries, enjoy international cuisine, shop for unique handicrafts, and watch live performances. It's a fantastic place to experience Dubai's multicultural spirit. Souk Madinat Jumeirah is a traditional market that offers a blend of modern and traditional Arabian culture. With its winding waterways and stunning views of the Burj Al Arab, this souk features boutique shops, art galleries, and a variety of dining options. It's a perfect place to shop for souvenirs and enjoy a leisurely meal. Al Seef is a waterfront destination that beautifully combines Dubai's rich history with modernity. Here, you can explore traditional Arabian architecture, dine at waterfront restaurants, and shop at unique boutiques. The promenade along Dubai Creek offers picturesque views, making it an ideal spot for a stroll. JBR is a popular beachfront destination that offers a vibrant atmosphere with its numerous restaurants, shops, and entertainment options. You can relax on the beach, dine at seaside cafes, or enjoy water sports. The Walk at JBR is perfect for leisurely walks and people-watching. Dubai Marina is a picturesque waterfront area known for its stunning skyline and luxury lifestyle. Here, you can take a yacht cruise, enjoy waterfront dining, or simply relax by the marina. The area is bustling with activity, making it a great place to experience Dubai's contemporary urban living. City Walk is a modern urban district that combines shopping, dining, and entertainment. With its stylish boutiques, gourmet restaurants, and art installations, City Walk offers a unique experience. It's also home to the famous Green Planet, an indoor rainforest that showcases a variety of flora and fauna. The site of Expo 2020 has transformed into a cultural and innovation hub, showcasing the best of global advancements and sustainability initiatives. Even after the event, the site remains a place for exhibitions, events, and exploration of cutting-edge technologies. Dubai is a city that offers a wealth of experiences, and these locations provide a perfect snapshot of the best the city has to offer. From shopping and dining to cultural experiences and stunning views, you can find everything you need to enjoy the essence of Dubai in one place. Whether you're a local or a visitor, these destinations are sure to leave a lasting impression. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Hi Dubai
12-06-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
FUJIFILM Opens Regional Hub at Expo City Dubai
FUJIFILM Middle East and Africa has officially opened its new regional offices at Expo City Dubai, marking a strategic step in its commitment to innovation, healthcare, and sustainable development in the UAE. The move reinforces the Japanese company's goal of strengthening ties with consumers and partners across the region. The new site also houses the FUJIFILM Technology Center (FTC), which will serve as a hub for showcasing cutting-edge solutions and training professionals from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia. A global leader in imaging, printing, and healthcare technologies, FUJIFILM is already contributing to the UAE's healthcare ambitions through advanced diagnostic systems. The company is also preparing to launch AI-powered health screening centres, known as NURA, underscoring its focus on early detection and improved health outcomes. Expo City Dubai, built as a legacy site of Expo 2020, is designed as a model for sustainable urban living and a magnet for innovation-driven enterprises. FUJIFILM's arrival highlights the city's growing role as a global business hub. Japan's Ambassador to the UAE, Ken Okaniwa, praised the opening as a reflection of the strong bilateral ties and the UAE's strategic value to international firms. 'I look forward to FUJIFILM's technologies contributing to better healthcare, promotion of industries, and human capacity development,' he said. Manal AlBayat, Chief Engagement Officer of Expo City Dubai, welcomed the move, saying FUJIFILM's decision aligns with the city's mission to attract pioneering companies committed to sustainability, innovation, and growth. The FTC will offer hands-on demonstrations and training across FUJIFILM's product lines, creating opportunities for knowledge exchange and regional collaboration. News Source: Emirates News Agency
The National
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Emirati architect at Expo 2025 Osaka
Ahmed Bukhash is the only Emirati architect to have designed a pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai – the pavilion is one of the legacy structures and has been repurposed as a museum to rekindle memories of the Dubai Expo 2020. Chris Whiteoak / The National
The National
07-06-2025
- The National
Emirati architect to pick best pavilions at Expo 2025 Osaka
An Emirati architect has been selected by the BIE, the governing body for World Expos, to serve on a jury that will award the best pavilions at the Expo 2025 Osaka. For Ahmed Bukhash, being asked to be part of a nine-member team that will choose the Official Participant Awards is a special honour, as he has deep links to Japan where he spent several years as a postgraduate student. It shows the beauty of Expo and what every country has to offer Ahmed Bukhash, Emirati architect Mr Bukhash is also the only Emirati architect to have designed a pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. The stark, white tent-like structure is one of the legacies that remains on the Expo City Dubai site, and has been redesigned as a museum on the world's fair. 'It is honestly a lifelong dream not only to design an Expo pavilion in Dubai but also to be selected as a jury member in Japan, which I call my second home,' Mr Bukhash told The National. 'It is a true privilege.' Heartfelt message Mr Bukhash just returned to the UAE after the first round of evaluations last month, when jurors assessed large and medium-sized pavilions at the Osaka Expo. The world's fair has welcomed more than five million visitors since it opened in April, with over 150 nations taking part. The jurors return to Japan for the second round in October after which the winners will be announced in a ceremony on October 12, a day before the Expo ends. Pavilions are judged on architecture, interior design and their connection to the Osaka Expo theme "Designing a future society of our lives". When The National visited the Osaka Expo, some eye-catching pavilions that had people waiting in queues included those of Austria, Bahrain, France, Germany, Switzerland and Uzbekistan. Mr Bukhash cannot reveal any details about the favourites but says the message must be "heartfelt". 'My advice for anybody travelling to the Expo is please do your own research because you will be surprised that regardless of scale, some of the content in terms of innovation, how to improve people's lives, whether through AI, technology, energy, is productive for our time and age,' he said. 'It shows the beauty of Expo and what every country has to offer.' The awards for large, medium and small pavilions, and those that use shared spaces, are typically announced at the end of the six-month fair to encourage people to visit all venues. Judges exclude themselves when the team visits their home country pavilion to avoid a conflict of interest. Shaded spaces Mr Bukhash was pleased to see a focus on shaded spaces at the Osaka Expo similar to the attempt in Dubai to offer visitors respite from the summer heat. 'I was very happy to see architectural interventions that provide shading, spaces that reflect a kind of canopy system around the pavilion,' he said. 'Our main challenge is the changing global climate. That is a problem that we are facing as we experience higher than normal exposure to the heat.' As a student, Mr Bukhash studied the Japanese language for a year in Japan in 2003 before completing a master's degree in architecture at the Kyoto Institute of Technology. His education there is reflected in the work handled by Archidentity, the design studio he runs in Dubai. Clean, uncluttered lines dominate residential villa, mosque projects and work on a Japanese school in Dubai. People-centric designs that adapt to the local environment are key. 'It's no longer about having extraordinary energy boosted into air-conditioning systems, but you really need to look at passive solutions to provide shading and a comfortable temperature,' Mr Bukhash said. 'A natural ventilation system protects us from the heat and allows for the natural flow of wind.' Legacy design Mr Bukhash was also a judge for the Dubai Expo 2020 where the Saudi, Dutch, Singaporean and Japanese pavilions were among those awarded for architectural and design excellence. Working with the Expo in Dubai had an impact as he always factors in how the space can be used in the future. 'We always try to consider the past and future requirements,' he said. 'When we design buildings, we think of how to expand its lifespan, so that as the family expands, so does the building with them. "This is something we learnt when designing the Expo pavilion when we had to look at the immediate requirements and the legacy of what will happen post-Expo.' Mr Bukhash's message to young students is to embrace technology, design with sensitivity and always think of the future. 'Technology is the way forward to provide innovation and it does not matter whether the client has an open or restricted budget, you should always design with sensitivity, care and efficiency,' he said. 'You should consider the legacy so that it serves well in terms of any expansion in the future.'
The National
06-06-2025
- General
- The National
Pictures of the week: From Eid Al Adha at Al Aqsa mosque to Hajj pilgrims
Some 400,000 shrubs and 13,000 trees in the on-site nursery An additional 450,000 shrubs and 4,000 trees to be delivered in the months leading up to the expo Ghaf, date palm, acacia arabica, acacia tortilis, vitex or sage, techoma and the salvadora are just some heat tolerant native plants in the nursery Approximately 340 species of shrubs and trees selected for diverse landscape The nursery team works exclusively with organic fertilisers and pesticides All shrubs and trees supplied by Dubai Municipality Most sourced from farms, nurseries across the country Plants and trees are re-potted when they arrive at nursery to give them room to grow Some mature trees are in open areas or planted within the expo site Green waste is recycled as compost Treated sewage effluent supplied by Dubai Municipality is used to meet the majority of the nursery's irrigation needs Construction workforce peaked at 40,000 workers About 65,000 people have signed up to volunteer Main themes of expo is 'Connecting Minds, Creating the Future' and three subthemes of opportunity, mobility and sustainability. Expo 2020 Dubai to open in October 2020 and run for six months
