News Desk DUBAI: Member States at the 20th Plenipotentiary Conference of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) today completed the election process for the ITU Council and Radio Regulations Board. ITU Council The ITU is governed by the Plenipotentiary Conference which is the supreme organ of the Union and elects its senior officials, the 48 Members of its Council and its twelve members …

ABU DHABI: A new development is set to redefine the meeting and conference space in Abu Dhabi. In direct response to the rapidly changing demands of event organisers and attendee expectations at business events, the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) has recognized the importance to introduce a new, flexible, first-of-its kind space for meetings and events. Named ‘The Hive’ …

DUBAI: Emirates is set for its largest participation yet at the 2018 edition of the Bahrain International Airshow (BIA) taking place from 14-16 November. This is the first time the airline will showcase its 100th A380, which is emblazoned with the HH Sheikh Zayed decal as a tribute to the late founding father of the UAE. The aircraft on display …

DUBAI: Katrine Hanna, the young shoe designer who established her luxurious eponymous label in Dubai since 2017, has introduced her shoe collection inspired by the unknown world of Australian flora. With her design ethos to transform women into an allegory of fantastical nature, Katrine Hanna expresses her inspirations through the use of unique material combinations and silhouettes. Starting with the …

LONDON: Gastrodiplomacy in Jordan, plans for Expo 2020 in Dubai, opportunities in Africa and the latest travel trends for the region were all hotly debated topics in the Middle East & Africa Inspiration Zone on Day Three of WTM London – where Ideas Arrive. Increased security, rising demand and growing competition in the Middle East and Africa region is opening …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, today hosted the Tech Mix conference, which put the spotlight on innovative circular economy, energy and smart transport solutions presented by UAE and Italian startups. The event, organised by Roland Berger in cooperation with Intesa Sanpaolo, was held at Dubai Chamber’s premises and promoted …

DUBAI: Emirates is firing up its ovens for Thanksgiving celebrations on board and on the ground. The airline will offer customers special holiday menus across all classes on flights between Dubai and the US and in the respective airport lounges. The Thanksgiving menu will be available to customers travelling between Dubai and the US from November 22 to 25. First …

ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) has announced that it has finalized preparations to host the 21st edition of the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Conference (ADIPEC 2018), which will be held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE from 12th to 15th November 2018 at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. …

DUBAI: Dubai Duty Free celebrated the Diwali Festival of Light in Dubai International Airport today with a special reception attended by H.E. Vipul, the Indian Consul General to Dubai. Dubai Duty Free’s Executive Vice Chairman and CEO, Mr. Colm McLoughlin led the senior management group in welcoming H.E. Vipul and was joined by Dubai Duty Free’s Chief Operating Officer, Ramesh …

KARACHI: Dolmen Mall along with top-notch beauty professionals is all set to take over Karachi this November with their banner campaign ‘Beauty Inside Out’. This seven days celebration of beauty showcases: emerging beauty trends, and the latest in skin care and beauty innovations. Featuring the most sought-after beauty brands; bringing together the field’s top aesthethicians to collaborate, share information and …