DUBAI: As another year of ordering wraps up, talabat UAE is sharing some of the most surprising food and grocery trends that shaped how customers ate, drank, and shopped in 2025. From burgers and mini pizzas obsessions to the UAE’s love for yogurt, here are some of the top ordering stats on the talabat app this year. The UAE ordered …

Web Desk DUBAI: Following the unprecedented success of the world’s first trifold smartphone, the HUAWEI Mate XT ULTIMATE DESIGN, Huawei has announced the launch of a stunning new White version. This new colourway brings the elegance of white vegan leather with signature gold accents, offering a more commanding aesthetic. The pre-orders of the white version of the HUAWEI Mate XT …

By Rafiq Vayani MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s Low-Cost Carrier, has announced that ticket sales are now open for its new direct flights between Muscat and Damascus, Syria, further expanding its Middle East network and enhancing regional air connectivity.  The first flight on the Muscat–Damascus route is scheduled to operate on 02 May, with conveniently timed services operating twice weekly on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Damascus, one of the oldest …

KARACHI: In another move to bolster demand for the national grid, K-Electric (KE) and Pak Suzuki Motor Company Ltd. entered into an agreement under which a dedicated 132 kV grid station will be constructed at the auto manufacturer’s facility in Karachi. This initiative will ensure reliable and efficient power supply of up to 20 MW, supporting Pak Suzuki’s growing production …

News Desk DUBAI: His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), received Ken Xie, Founder, Chairman of the Board, and Chief Executive Officer of Fortinet, a global pioneer in integrated and automated cybersecurity solutions. The meeting explored advanced areas of cooperation to strengthen cybersecurity resilience and accelerate digital transformation in Dubai and across …

DUBAI: As the UAE’s luxury travel market reached an estimated USD 16.66 billion in 2024, a clear shift is taking place at the upper end of the sector. For today’s affluent travellers, luxury is no longer defined by the destination alone, but by how seamlessly the journey unfolds. Taylor Travel Management Group, a global provider of bespoke travel solutions, continues …

News Desk ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi Fund for Development has contributed to financing a strategic project to supply the city of Kiffa and surrounding region in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania with potable water. The project is among the largest initiatives aimed at strengthening water security and addressing the growing demand for water in the Assaba and Guidimaka regions. The …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s Low-Cost Carrier, has announced the launch of Port Sudan as its newest destination, expanding its network across the Middle East and Africa. The new Muscat–Port Sudan service will commence on 27 January 2026, operating three flights per week. With this launch, SalamAir becomes the first Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) airline to operate direct flights to Sudan, enhancing air connectivity between Oman and Northeast Africa with affordable and …

Web Desk KARACHI: Data Vault Pakistan and the Centre of Excellence Artificial Intelligence Technology Center (CoE AITeC) at the National Centre for Physics (NCP) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to accelerate Pakistan’s sovereign artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, and advanced research capabilities. The MoU establishes a long-term collaboration framework focused on indigenous AI development, GPU-accelerated computing, cloud and …

AI is already driving measurable impact across various sectors, from energy to public services. As an early AI adopter in the region, the UAE’s next growth phase will be shaped by responsible, strategic deployment. With global AI spending projected to reach $2 trillion in 2026 and AI expected to contribute $100 billion to the UAE’s GDP by 2030, the focus …