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New radio station at ARN

Arabian Radio Network (ARN) has launched a new digital radio station, RedFest Radio to celebrate the success of Virgin Radio’s RedFestDXB. Available for digital streaming online and on the Virgin Radio app, the new station will feature talent including this year’s headliners and some of the biggest artists from previous years’ festival as well as broadcast exclusive interviews with artists. Virgin Radio RedFestDXB will take place at the Dubai Media City Amphitheatre on February 2-3, 2017.

“As the largest radio network in the Middle East, we serve an audience of over 3.8 million listeners a day,” says Steve Smith, COO, Arabian Radio Network. “Our investment in digital has been significant as we aim to super serve specific demographics, while keeping them engaged with our core radio brands. Virgin Radio RedFestDXB is a great example of a brand we have grown and developed, which we are now turning into a pop up radio brand itself.”

BNC Publishing launches new title

Media production and digital house, BNC Publishing has launched Design Middle East, a new title for professionals involved in the commercial interior sector. The monthly print magazine will feature insightful interviews with the industry’s leaders on the major developments within the region and include pieces on furnishings, fit-outs, lighting, architecture, ceramics and textiles.

“BNC Publishing is delighted to announce the addition of Design Middle East to our fast-growing B2B portfolio,” says Wissam Younane, CEO, BNC Publishing. “We look forward to providing the commercial interior design talents of the region with a fresh and inspiring perspective on the innovations, trends and intelligence shaping this vibrant sector.”

ewmoda website goes live

UAE-based women’s forum ExpatWoman.com has launched fashion and lifestyle website, ewmoda.com. Working closely with an editorial team, bloggers and influencers, the new website features local and international news and features as well as the latest trends from the fashion, beauty, home, lifestyle and travel industry.

ewmoda is a natural extension of the ExpatWoman brand,” says Gail Livingstone, COO, ME Digital Group. “With over 600,000 unique visitors a month and an increasingly younger and mobile demographic, we are excited to provide a new website that will become the go-to source for current happenings in the fashion and lifestyle arenas both locally and internationally.”

Louis Vuitton Middle East makes new appointment

Louis Vuitton Middle East has appointed Negar Ghodstinat to the role of Communications Director starting January 2017. With over 13 years of experience, Negar previously worked at MTV Networks International as Account Director and most recently at Motivate Publishing as Group Publisher for luxury and lifestyle working across several luxury titles including Emirates Woman and Jumeirah Magazine. In her new role she will oversee the PR, advertising, digital and corporate events division of the company.

“I’m very excited and eager to be joining the brand side after over a decade on the media front,” says Negar Ghodstinat. “Joining Louis Vuitton family is most certainly a dream come true and I feel honoured to become part of such an amazing team.”

New beauty platform at Gulf News

Falling under the umbrella of Gulf News Publishing, leisure title tabloid! has introduced a new dedicated beauty platform, The Beauty Beat. The new launch will be available online under the ‘Life&Style’ section of Gulf News’ website with a weekly printed version included in tabloid!’s Friday issue.

“The beauty world can be big and brash, especially for someone who is keen to explore the world of makeup and skincare,” says Jennifer Barretto, Copy Editor, Tabloid!. “There is no dearth of bloggers talking about products, and in this glammed-out world of selfie-perfect looks, we wanted to offer a simpler take on things. I’m just a regular girl with a lot to say about makeup. Hopefully, people will enjoy the column and connect.”