Yango, the ride-hailing service part of Yango Group, has revealed key travel trends shaping the sector across the UAE and Oman. Data from the past year highlights how residents and visitors are using ride-hailing for everything from airport transfers to trips to major shopping destinations, reflecting the growing role of on-demand transport in daily life and regional mobility. Airport Transfers …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Human-centred design has become the clearest marker of quality at the top end of the market. Pedestrian-friendly layouts, usable outdoor spaces, wellness and leisure amenities, and a sense of rhythm between private and shared areas are now central to what buyers expect from high-end developments. The emphasis is less on visual impact and more on how …

Daraz Pakistan, under its Daraz Cares arm, has announced a dedicated support initiative for sellers impacted by the recent fire at Gul Plaza in Karachi, aimed at helping affected businesses regain stability and continue serving customers across Pakistan. Through this initiative, Daraz Pakistan will launch a dedicated segment and page on its platform (app and desktop) for sellers impacted by …

Sport Desk DUBAI: American professional golfer Patrick Reed was on hand to conduct the Dubai Duty Free Finest Surprise draw for a BMW M5 (Marina Bay Blue Metallic) car, following his composed four-shot victory at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic at the Emirates Golf Club yesterday. Reed, who claimed his fourth DP World Tour title and the first Rolex Series title …

News Desk DUBAI: Building on their existing partnership, Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, and Air Peace, West Africa’s largest airline, have activated a bilateral interline agreement, expanding air connectivity between Africa, the UAE, and London. The agreement offers passengers of both airlines frictionless, single-ticket travel and with through-checked baggage, on select routes, resulting in greater travel comfort and convenience …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: In the presence of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Authority signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Spotify to strengthen collaboration across the music and creative sectors. The agreement aims to enhance cooperation between the two entities by expanding opportunities for …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Building upon its successes, Masdar City Free Zone continues to be recognized as a leading force in economic growth and sustainable innovation.  Business Tabloid Publications has honored Masdar City Free Zone with three major awards, cementing its position as the UAE’s fastest growing free zone and a catalyst for entrepreneurship and technology advancement. Dr. Mohamed …

DUBAI: After years of bold ambition and heavy investment, artificial intelligence adoption in the UAE and Saudi Arabia is entering a more practical and performance-driven phase, with organisations under growing pressure to demonstrate real outcomes rather than future potential. According to Samir Akel, Regional Vice President for Emerging Markets at Nintex, the conversation around AI in the region is evolving …

News Desk KARACHI: Mega Motor Company (MMC), in partnership with BYD, the world’s no.1 New Energy Vehicle (NEV) manufacturer, announced the launch of BYD Sealion 7 and BYD Atto 2 in Pakistan, marking another milestone in the country’s transition towards clean and sustainable mobility. Launched at a dealership event in Lahore, the two models strengthen BYD-MMC’s growing NEV portfolio in …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Forbes Middle East has concluded the programme of its Global Strategic Hub at Davos, held from 19 to 23 January. The Hub represented a key media and thought-leadership milestone, reflecting Forbes Middle East’s commitment to its role as a regional platform with global reach, contributing to the elevation of regional perspectives and strengthening their presence in influential …