Iraq’s Bride Tower aims to top Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, Jeddah’s Kingdom Tower
Iraq's southern Basra Province is planning to build a 1,152 metre "mega tall" skyscraper which will be taller than Dubai's Burj Khalifa, currently the tallest building in the world, and the under-construction 1km Kingdom Tower in Jeddah.
Dubai’s Burj Khalifa one of top selfie hot spots in the world
As a jewel in the crown of UAE attractions, it is no surprise that a quick selfie at the Burj Khalifa tops a must-do list for tourists on a trip to Dubai.
Kingdom Tower Jeddah Construction update
Kingdom Tower Jeddah Construction update by skyscrapercity.com. -Kingdom Tower current height = 74.27m / 243.67ft -Kingdom Tower current total height = 81.86m/ 268.57ft (includes basements)
Emaar Malls rings up 43% rise in second-quarter earnings as visitor numbers increase
Emaar Malls, operator of The Dubai Mall, posted a 43 per cent surge in second-quarter net profit, thanks to an increase in visitor numbers to its shopping centres.
Dubai’s Burj Khalifa carved from lipstick on exhibit at Heathrow airport
The Burj Khalifa has been immortalised in lipstick at Heathrow Airport by micro-sculptor Hedley Wiggan.
Dubai’s Emaar Reelects Mohammed Alabbar, Eyes Bumper 2015 Profit
Dubai developer Emaar Properties has reelected its chairman Mohammed Alabbar at the recent annual general meeting and gave the nod to reduce the number of board members from 11 to 10, the company said.
Saudi’s 1km-high Kingdom Tower to have 252 floors
The 1km-high Kingdom Tower is an engineering feat that, according to project’s handlers, “has challenged mankind to outdo himself” - and calls into question whether it really is possible to build even higher in the future.
Samsung Galaxy S6 welcomed to Dubai at Burj Khalifa
Samsung unveiled to the region its Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge last night, as it attempts to beat back the onslaught from the Apple iPhone 6 and 6 Plus.
Architect recreates Burj Khalifa with Lego bricks
Thirteen of the world’s most recognisable buildings, including Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, have been recreated in Lego by Adam Reed Tucker.
Creating the tallest: How Dubai’s Burj Khalifa inspires Shanghai Tower
The 828-metre Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest tower in Dubai, UAE, is the inspiration behind the design of 632-meter Shanghai Tower, China’s tallest, and the world’s second tallest tower.
