News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Duty Free today announced record half-year sales performance posting a 5.34% year-on-year increase with turnover reaching Dhs4.118 billion (US$1.128 billion) for the first six months of 2025. This exceeded last year’s previous record turnover for the first half of the year by Dhs208.95 million (US$ 57.24 million). The airport retailer recorded robust growth in April, May …

Syed Amir Ali, Deputy CEO and CEO-designate of Meezan Bank, Pakistan’s leading Islamic bank, has earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Administration, following the successful completion of rigorous coursework and original research. This remarkable academic milestone makes Syed Amir Ali one of the youngest CEO-designates in Pakistan to earn a PhD, setting a powerful precedent for raising academic …

KARACHI: A delegation from GIFT University, comprising Mr. Anwar Dar, Chairman, Mr. Atif Farooqi, Advisor to Chairman, and Mr. Sohail Shamim Firpo, Executive Director GIFT University Sindh Secretariat, paid a courtesy visit to Mr. Zubair Motiwala, Chairman, Businessman Group (BMG). During the meeting, the delegation announced a generous offer of PKR 11 million worth of scholarships to deserving students in …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Airports organized a guided travel simulation experience at Dubai International Airport (DXB) for a group of children with autism spectrum disorder enrolled in the Ta’alouf Programme. The programme is run by Al Jalila Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Dubai Health. The experience aimed to boost the children’s self-confidence and prepare them and their families to travel …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: A series of international roadshows conducted over the past 12 months by Dubai-based developer Object 1 has revealed rising global interest in the emirate’s real estate market. With more than 100 events held across key regions including Europe, Asia, Africa, and America, the initiative has uncovered important trends around investor motivations, priorities, and market shifts as …

News Desk DUBAI: FIX Dessert Chocolatier, the Dubai-based artisanal brand behind the iconic chocolate sensation, has teamed up with JOALI Maldives – the Indian Ocean’s first art-immersive luxury island resort. From 2nd July 2025, travellers to JOALI Maldives will be able to savour FIX, The Original Dubai Chocolate, a cult dessert experience that has captivated the world. Known for its bold creativity, rich layers, and unforgettable textures …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates Aviation University (EAU) celebrated its 35th graduation ceremony by honouring 154 bright, savvy and accomplished scholars who are poised to shape the future of global aviation. Since 1991, EAU has graduated over 26,000 students, the size of a small city or large town, shaping the workforce and the future of not just Emirates, but also the …

News Desk DUBAI: MMGY Global, the world’s leading integrated marketing and communications firm specializing in travel, tourism and hospitality, announced today the acquisition of Think Strawberries (TS), a premier travel representation and marketing brand. Headquartered in India with a robust presence across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, TS will now operate as MMGY Think Strawberries, marking MMGY Global’s official entry into …

Web Desk DUBAI: GEMS Education today launched GEMS School Management (GSM), a bold new venture designed to deliver exceptional, future-ready schools in partnership with governments, investors, developers, school groups, and communities worldwide. The programme has already attracted considerable interest and is in advanced talks with customers in eight different markets with more inquiries coming in. Built on more than 65 …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: In a vibrant celebration of culinary excellence and industry solidarity, Real ChampionsPK, led by the dynamic Chef Hamza Abid Rafique, hosted the “Gathering of Real ChampionsPK” on Monday, June 30, 2025, at Floresta Restaurant, Clifton, Karachi. The event, powered by Andaaz Foods, brought together a who’s who of Pakistan’s top chefs and hospitality professionals. Esteemed chefs in attendance included Chef Irfan Wasti, …