By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: In a cultural milestone for the UAE, Expo 2020 Dubai has commissioned the nation’s first opera. Combining Emirati and global talent, Al Wasl will span thousands of years, bringing to life the UAE’s rich heritage and sharing its innovative spirit with the world. Award-winning composer Mohammed Fairouz and author and librettist Maha Gargash, both UAE nationals, will provide …

DUBAI: For a limited time, travellers from the UAE can book on Emirates to enjoy and explore a myriad of global destinations this summer. Plan an exciting adventure in Africa or discover the colourful streets across Asia. Travellers can also take advantage and fly back home to European, North American and middle Eastern destinations to spend a memorable summer with …

DUBAI: Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, and Africa World Airlines (AWA), the Ghanaian airline headquartered in Accra, have announced a one-way interline agreement whereby Emirates customers can connect onto selected routes of Africa World Airlines’ network, opening up new African destinations for Emirates customers from May 2019. “The agreement between Emirates and Africa World Airlines underpins our commitment to …

DUBAI: Huawei, a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices, will host the ‘5G is ON’ forum as part of the SAMENA Leaders’ Summit, scheduled for Thursday 18th April 2019. Huawei will explore the 5G readiness of the region and engage in discussions exploring the large-scale deployment and commercialization of 5G. Private and public …

DUBAI: Dubai Airports yesterday confirmed operations teams at both airports are ‘good to go’ for the commencement of the 45-day long refurbishment of the southern runway at Dubai International (DXB). The runway is nearing the end of its design life and requires a complete upgrade to accommodate future traffic growth. “Planning and preparations have been underway for almost two years …

DUBAI: Voted Dubai’s #1 show and best family entertainment spectacle, La Perle By Dragone celebrates the Easter Holiday with an exciting family package! During the holiday season, enjoy up to 50% off when booking 4 or more tickets for the family. Hurry up and book your tickets starting on Thursday 11 April until Sunday 21 April 2018. La Perle by …

DUBAI: The Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC), and the Internet Society held their first regional workshop on enabling the digital infrastructure in the Middle East region.  The workshop was attended by delegates from KSA, Egypt, Bahrain, Oman and the Internet Society. The Arab governments have all either embraced or started implementing their digital transformation strategies.  The Internet infrastructure has …

KARACHI: Easypaisa, the first and largest mobile financial services (MFS) provider in the country, has joined hands with Zong 4G, Pakistan’s No.1 Data Network, to provide direct integration between Easypaisa and Zong 4G. This collaboration between the two companies who have been recognized for their digital innovations will enhance consumer experience with superior value, convenience and promises to be a …

DUBAI: Dubai-based Pakistani Asma Jan Muhammad has won Chartered Accountant Woman of the Year Award held by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) in Islamabad. President of Pakistan Dr. Arif Alvi presented the award to her. Asma has been living in Dubai for the last 12 years. CA Women Awards are constituted to recognize and honour outstanding female …

By Rafiq Vayani SHARJAH: Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC), received today its first Airbus (A321neo Long Range). The aircraft flew nonstop from Airbus’s facility in Hamburg to Sharjah International Airport. Air Arabia is the first Middle Eastern airline to operate the A321neo LR and this delivery is the first of six aircraft …