In conjunction with the World Creativity and Innovation Day, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has organised a series of virtual and physical activities to stimulate the innovation environment at DEWA and in society.
DEWA held a ‘Day with DEWA’s Innovators’ at the Innovation Tent at its headquarters, with more than 60 employees and 25 female students from the Zayed Educational Complex, Al Barsha, Dubai, participating in the event, which highlighted the students’ innovations and their development with the help of the DEWA’s innovators, in addition to closely examining the innovators’ projects and learning about their techniques and tools.
DEWA also organised virtual sessions to raise awareness among its employees about shaping the future, as well as I-Talk sessions entitled ‘Optimal Use of Data, Achievements Closer Than You Can Imagine, Future Foresight Culture, and a Journey to the Future’.
The hilarious and witty comedian Jo Koy, whose comedy has been enjoyed around the world, will soon be on local shores as he brings all new material in his highly anticipated Funny Is Funny World Tour on the 14th of May at the Coca-Cola Arena. Jo Koy will be one of the featured headliners for the much-anticipated Dubai Comedy Festival.
“I am looking forward to returning to Dubai, it’s been almost 3 years since I was last there, and I can’t wait to be back on-stage at the Coca-Cola Arena,” he shares.
Inspired by his Filipino-American culture, the uniquely relatable comic pulls inspiration from his life experiences and from his colorful family. Funny Is Funny is guaranteed to deliver a hilarious night of entertainment.
As one of today’s premiere stand-up comics whose comedy has reached all kinds of people across the globe, Jo Koy has come a long way from his modest beginning of performing at a Las Vegas coffee house to now selling out the world’s most prestigious venues including Radio City Music Hall (New York), Chase Center (San Francisco), The Forum (Los Angeles), Mall of Asia Arena (Manila, PH), Coca-Cola Arena (Dubai) and ICC Theatre (Sydney, Au).
The event is presented by Blu Blood. Tickets from AED 180 are limited and are available from jokoy.com, www.coca-cola-arena.com, Dubai Calendar, PlatinumList, BookMyShow. All tickets that were purchased for the original December 2021 show, will remain valid for the new date.
Patrons must continue to wear a mask in the venue but proof of vaccination is not required for this event. Blu Blood will ensure that all health and safety guidelines, as laid out by the Dubai government, are carefully implemented and followed.
The Dubai Food Festival (DFF) will take place from May 2nd to May 15th, 2022, and will highlight Dubai’s most interesting culinary offerings.
This year’s festival, currently in its ninth year, will take guests on an interactive journey of a city home to more than 200 nationalities and recognized for its rich gastronomic diversity.
DFF will include the greatest original indigenous cuisine and concepts produced by Dubai’s local food heroes, as well as world-renowned fine dining restaurants, experiences, and seminars by prominent chefs, all with views of Dubai’s famous locales.
Seek and Foodie Experiences, will once again headline DFF with exclusive dining experiences.
Vietnamese Foodies’ fifth location is set to open in Dubai Hills Mall this August
“Dubai Hills residents, and indeed all residents in and around the surrounding areas will soon be able to enjoy an authentic Vietnamese Foodies’ experience in their very own neighbourhood,” – Founder & Executive Chef, Lily Hoa Nguyen
New location to also offer Vietnamese coffee and ice cream to-go through new takeaway counter
Vietnamese Foodies, the award-winning foodies’ choice for fresh, healthy authentic Vietnamese cuisine is announcing that it will soon be open in Dubai Hills Mall. Opening in August, 2022 the new location will be the family-owned restaurants’ fifth in Dubai, and it’s first in and around the Dubai Hills area.
With seating for 60 people, the new Vietnamese Foodies will feature a menu of the foodie favourites that the restaurant has become known for, including 14-hour Pho, traditional Banh Mi as well as a variety of fresh, healthy and authentic southern Vietnamese stir-fry, rice and noodle dishes. The new location will also be the first branch to serve up Vietnamese Coffee Affogato and the first to have a dedicated take-away window so that mall customers can easily pick up a Vietnamese Coffee or Ice-Cream while shopping.
According to Owner & Executive Chef, Lily Hoa Nguyen, the new location is bringing her one step closer to realising her vision of offering fresh, delicious Vietnamese food UAE wide: “Dubai Hills residents, and indeed all residents in and around the surrounding areas will soon be able to enjoy an authentic Vietnamese Foodies’ experience in their very own neighbourhood though our dine-in or through faster and more widely available delivery.”
The new Dubai Hills location follows the restaurant’s popular fourth location which opened in Nakheel Mall last December and joins the family-owned restaurant’s award-winning JLT, Downtown Dubai and Time Out Market Dubai branches.
“Our continued growth is due to the amazing team that we have formed, as well as the love and support that we continue to receive from foodies across the UAE and region. We are grateful that we’ll soon be able to serve our customers in the Dubai Hills and surrounding areas,” added Hoa Nguyen.
Located on the Ground Floor of Dubai Hills Mall, near Entrance 1, the new location showcases Vietnamese culinary culture through a light, airy and open design. Guests will have a direct view into the Vietnamese Foodies’ kitchen through huge glass pane windows, where they can watch the process behind some of the restaurant’s most beloved dishes including the famous pho. Natural elements like wood, stone and greenery with touches of Vietnamese heritage ceramic decor will create a cozy and chilled-out space for diners.
All Vietnamese Foodies dishes, at all locations, are inspired by the culinary diversity of the Vietnamese capital, Ho Chi Minh City, and are lovingly prepared using the freshest ingredients, with most dishes cooked in broth or water instead of oil. Guests will be spoilt for choice, thanks to the fresh and delicious new menu filled with a variety of affordable, naturally healthy, keto, paleo, vegan, vegetarian, dairy- and gluten-free options.
Vietnamese Foodies’ Dubai Hills Mall location is set to open on 1 August, 2022. For more information or to order Vietnamese Foodies, visit www.vietnamesefoodies.com
The Earth is facing a ‘triple planetary crisis’: climate disruption, nature and biodiversity loss, and pollution and waste, the UN warns.
“This triple crisis is threatening the well-being and survival of millions of people around the world. The building blocks of happy, healthy lives – clean water, fresh air, a stable and predictable climate – are in disarray, putting the Sustainable Development Goals in jeopardy,” the UN Secretary-General warns in a video message for International Mother Earth Day 2022.
The good news is that there is still hope, António Guterres stresses, reminding us that 50 years ago, the world came together in Stockholm for the pivotal UN Conference on the Human Environment, which kickstarted a global movement.
“Since then, we have seen what is possible when we act as one. We have shrunk the ozone hole. We have expanded protections for wildlife and ecosystems. We have ended the use of leaded fuel, preventing millions of premature deaths. And just last month, we launched a landmark global effort to prevent and end plastic pollution.”
”International Mother Earth Day is a chance to reflect on how humanity has been treating our planet, and let’s face it: we’ve been poor custodians.” And while a steady stream of reports has painted a legitimately worrying picture of the current state of the planet, don’t lose hope: there are more innovative ideas for serious climate action than ever and more and more people around the world are working together on solutions to help repair the damage that’s been done to our fragile home.
The positive developments have not stopped there, the recently recognized right to a healthy environment is gaining traction and young people are more engaged than ever in the combat to take on our planetary threats, he adds.
“We have proven that together, we can tackle monumental challenges,” Mr. Guterres says.
Every year, April 22 is celebrated as International Mother Earth Day. The day is observed to create awareness about the rampant increase in pollution and other activities which directly or indirectly harm the environment and result in the destruction of the planet.
The theme for this year’s International Mother Earth Day – ”Invest in our Plane”.
Brought to you by Blu Blood in association with Eid in Dubai, on May 8, at the
Coca-Cola Arena.
Conor Maynard and Zack Knight return to one of their favourite destinations, Dubai, for a one-night-only, not to be missed performance on the 8th of May at the Coca-Cola Arena. This will be the first time that these two fast-rising performers, who were catapulted into international stardom early on in their careers, will share a stage.
Known for his mesmerizing covers and his signature vocal abilities, Conor Maynard needs little introduction. As a long-time YouTube creator who broke into the mainstream market when he won the MTV Award for ‘Brand New in 2012’, he continues to churn out back-to-back viral videos on his YouTube and TikTok channels, which are nearing 12.7 million and 6.3 million subscribers respectively. His latest being a re-imagined work of Whitney Houston’s iconic single, “Dance With Somebody” which transforms the chart-topping track into a sombre pop ballad.
Continuing to break new grounds with a global fan base that is growing at an extraordinary pace, Maynard will perform all his fan favourites including: “What I Put You Through”, “Turn Around” and “Can’t Say No”.
Born in North England to a Punjabi Mother and Afro-Asian father (whom he credits as his inspiration behind pursuing a career in music), Zack is one of the UK’s most formidable South Asian singer/songwriters. He first started out in the industry writing music for household names including Tinie Tempah and Ginuwine but soon came to want his own career. Knight struck gold when he released his 2017 hit single: “Bom Diggy Diggy” (ft Jasmin Walia). With over 869 million views to date on YouTube alone, the song cemented him as an international superstar – even Nick Jonas from Jonas Brothers fame claims this to be one of his top favourite Bollywood songs.
Describing his music as R&B infused with a crossover sound with Bollywood and Arabian influences, Knight will be performing all his hits including: “Galtiyan”, “Nakhre”, “Gotta Go” and “Thumka”, all of which have received resounding success worldwide.
Dubai’s entertainment power couple, Osman Osman and Shaaista Khan Osman, MD and CEO of Blu Blood share: “We continue to endeavour to bring the very best world-class, show-stopping entertainment to Dubai. We’re especially excited to bring these two artists out on one stage to be a part of our Blu Blood Experience for Eid in Dubai celebrations. They both come with exciting energy and incredible stage performances and we know that this show is guaranteed to be one of epic proportions.”
Tickets are now on sale for Conor Maynard & Zack Knight – Live in Dubai from coca-cola-arena.com, Platinumlist, BookMyShow Virgin Tickets and Dubai Calendar.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, today inaugurated the new campus of University of Birmingham Dubai located in Dubai International Academic City (DIAC), a member of TECOM Group.
Commenting on the occasion, Sheikh Hamdan said Dubai places high priority on building the best possible environment for private universities to flourish in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to transform Dubai into a prominent global education destination.
Spanning an area of 30,000 square metres, the new campus of the University of Birmingham Dubai offers 46 academic programmes including Biomedical Science, Accounting, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and others.
Photo courtesy: Hamdan Mohammed/ Twitter and Government of Dubai Media Office
“The institution is among the top 100 universities in the world, which makes it one of the highest-ranked universities in Dubai and the region. 10 of its researchers have received the Nobel Prize,” Sheikh Hamdan said. “Many more prominent universities are set to join Dubai International Academic City in the near future,” he added.
“Dubai, which is home to 46 private universities, has emerged as a leading focal point for higher education that attracts thousands of international students. We aim to make Dubai a global education hub that welcomes students from all over the world,” Sheikh Hamdan added.
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed highlighted the efforts of the UAE and Dubai to enhance higher education as part of its efforts to equip students with the skills needed to succeed in the job market of the future and support the development of an economy based on knowledge and innovation.
The new campus spanning an area of 30,000 square metres features hi-spec laboratory spaces, state-of-the-art learning facilities, an innovation room, large classrooms, as well as a library across two floors, in addition to many other facilities that offer an ideal educational environment for all students.
The University’s new campus offers a wide range of programmes including Biomedical Science Accounting, Banking and Finance, International Commercial Law, Business, Economics, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Mechanical and Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Psychology, Sport Coaching, Urban Planning, Water Resources Management and Teacher Training degrees, including teacher training in Arabic and Special Educational Needs.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, issued Executive Council Resolution No. (23) of 2022 appointing Muna Faisal Al Gurg as the CEO of the Culture and Heritage Sector at the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture).
The Resolution is effective from its date of issuance and will be published in the Official Gazette.
The 1 Billion Meals initiative, the region’s largest food donation drive of its kind, has collected 420 million meals to date, just three weeks following its launch by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Organised by Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), the initiative provides food support to the underprivileged and the undernourished in 50 countries around the world.
The 1 Billion Meals campaign builds on the success of the 100 Million Meals campaign, which ran during Ramadan last year and exceeded all its targets to collect 220 million meals and distribute them around the world. The target of 1 Billion Meals initiative aims to collect an additional 780 million meals and distribute them to 50 countries around the world.
Mohammad Al Gergawi, Secretary-General of MBRGI, confirmed that the 1 Billion Meals initiative has collected AED200 million in donations, equivalent to 200 million meals, from 232,000 donors to date. In addition to the 220 million meals that were collected and distributed last year, this brings the total amount to 420 million meals.
He highlighted that the initiative has also begun distribution operations in several countries, including Nigeria, Sudan, Albania, Jordan, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, India, and Kosovo.
