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For 30 days a year Dubai transforms into a city-wide gym

Now in its sixth year, Dubai Fitness Challenge is bigger than ever with a 30-day calendar of classes and events. The challenge is simple: complete 30 minutes of activity every day for 30 days

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Beach Burj Khalifa

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Dubai International Finance Centre (DIFC)

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Dubai

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Dubai Beach

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Emirates Towers

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24th edition of Cityscape Dubai opens its doors

24th edition of Cityscape Dubai opens its doors

The event focused on how the real estate market is adapting to change when it comes to new technology and sustainability

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DP World Dubai World Padel Championship 2022

World Padel Championship prize pool reaches €500,000

Padel, the fastest-growing racquet sport on the planet, has made history in Dubai, amassing a prize pool of €500,000 for the World Padel Championship

22/11/2022

New Hindu Temple in Dubai: A celebration of India's partnership with the UAE

Hindu Temple in Dubai: A symbol of India's partnership with the UAE

"The opening of this new temple in Dubai means so much to the Indian community", India's ambassador to the UAE tells Euronews.

17/11/2022

The rise of the robots and the impact on Dubai's economy

The rise of the robot revolution

Experts have noted that increased efficiency means a serious addition to the economy, while reports suggest AI could add up to 13 trillion Euros to the global economy by 2030.

11/11/2022

Digital property on the metaverse is increasing in value.

Why metaverse real estate is selling for millions

Metaverse real estate values are skyrocketing, with one plot selling for a record €2.49 million. Decentraland's Sam Hamilton explains why

09/11/2022

Prop-tech Startups are building a profitable future.

From Dubai to Spain: How Huspy is disrupting the home-buying market

The UAE-born ‘PropTech’ platform is simplifying the process of buying homes, arranging viewings online and delivering initial mortgage quotes within 30 seconds

09/11/2022

A passion for independent film: Rami Yasin

Meet the locals

A passion for independent film: Rami Yasin

In this episode of Meet the Locals, we meet Rami Yasin, a filmmaker and the founder of Breakout Films

07/11/2022

Inside Dubai’s most spectacular gardens

The weird and wonderful world of Dubai gardens

Gardens in Dubai serve many purposes. Some are cleverly designed to meet the demands of the community and high climates, while others are big-ticket attractions. Among them, Dubai Miracle Garden is blooming with 150 million flowers, while Dubai Garden Glow is planted with 10 million LED lights.

28/10/2022

Sci-fi Dubai? GITEX unveils flying cars, robot dogs, and driver-less taxis

GITEX: world's biggest technology show

Held in Dubai, GITEX is the world's biggest technology show and on display was an array of science-fiction, being turned into science-fact. One of the stand-out attractions was a two-seater carbon-neutral flying car, and others included robot dogs and driverless taxis.

20/10/2022

Dubai's 'Yogi with a Lamborghini' on bridging the gap between money and spirituality

Dubai's 'Yogi with a Lamborghini' on bridging the gap between money and spirituality

Master Sri Akarshana opens up about his journey from businessman to educational motivator, and his latest projects in Dubai's yoga and NFT scenes.

16/10/2022

"Hiccups and Hazards": Swiss filmmaker Claudio Von Planta in conversation

Swiss filmmaker in conversation at 2022 Dubai Motorcycle Film Festival

Claudio Von Planta is a Swiss filmmaker, best known for his work with Hollywood actor Ewan McGregor and British presenter Charley Boorman on The Long Way Up, Long Way Down, and Long Way Round TV series, in conversation with Euronews at the 2022 Dubai Film Festival.

09/10/2022

Rowing across the Atlantic: the ultimate adventure looking to inspire

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Rowing across the Atlantic: the ultimate adventure looking to inspire

In Dubai, Toby Gregory and his teammates are training for their great adventure of rowing across the Atlantic. He tells us about his adventurous that also inspires young people.

06/10/2022

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Kitesurfing community is riding a wave of interest on Dubai's beaches

The elevated water sport is on the rise in the Gulf, where light coastal winds are ideal for beginners.

28/09/2022

Fashion industry uses NFT's and the Metaverse to boost sales.

How the fashion industry is getting a makeover from the Metaverse

The fashion industry is cashing in on the Metaverse, using the platform to reach new markets and promote its wares.

28/09/2022

Expo City Dubai: UAE's first 15-minute city & a smart city for the future

Expo City Dubai: UAE's first 15-minute city

Dubai South will be an area larger than Hong Kong. Expo City Dubai will re-purpose 80% of the Expo to create an integrated mixed-use ’15 minute’ community - the UAE's first. As a smart city, it will be a playground for companies pushing the boundaries of AI technologies.

26/09/2022

Innovative and ambitious: the breathtaking modern architecture of Dubai

Dubai: the ambitious and stunning modern architecture

Dubai is a city of modern architectural wonders. The Burj Khalifa dominates the city's skyline, but the newest jewel in the crown for Dubai's architecture is the Museum of the Future. The Mosque of Light links the past with the present, and continues to push boundaries with innovation and ambition.

16/09/2022

Could the Metaverse become a €30 trillion El Dorado?

Could the Metaverse become a €30 trillion El Dorado?

For most of us, the metaverse remains a mystery. But many investors believe that virtual worlds where humans and automated entities interact could be a land of plenty.

06/09/2022

Satellite start-up lets enthusiasts send their software code into orbit

Sending software code into orbit

Orbital Space offers students and technology enthusiasts the opportunity to develop and test software code on satellites in space through their ground station in Dubai Silicon Oasis.

02/09/2022

Meet The Entrepreneurs: Linda Mahoney Founder and partner of BetterHomes in Dubai

Linda Mahoney Founder and partner of BetterHomes in Dubai

Linda Mahoney speaks about being the mother of two small children living in Dubai over 20 years ago, when she was faced with a dilemma, to stay and make a business for herself or return to the US. She stayed and built her BetterHomes real estate business from scratch. It now employs 450 employees.

26/08/2022

Meet the first Jordanian woman to climb Mount Everest

Meet the locals

Meet the first Jordanian woman to climb Mount Everest

In this episode of Meet The Locals, we meet Dolores Al Shelleh, a Jordanian adventurer and an impact influencer living in Dubai. Dolores became the first Jordanian woman to summit Mount Everest, and the first Arab woman to accomplish this feat from the northeast ridge.

15/08/2022

Escaping the summer heat: Dubai's hot spots for kids and family

Escaping the summer heat: Dubai's hot spots for kids and family

As summer gets underway the heat rises in Dubai. Euronews' Natalie Lindo meets the parents on the lookout for activities to keep the whole family entertained.

05/08/2022