By Muhammad Rafiq SHARJAH: Air Arabia (PJSC), the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, today announced strong financial and operational results for the second quarter and first half of 2024, as the airline continued to expand its network, further solidifying its leadership position in the market. Air Arabia reported a net profit of AED …

Dubai’s Thrilling Experiences for Families: With its dazzling skyline and innovative attractions, Dubai stands out as the ultimate destination for thrill and adventure seekers. The city offers an assortment of experiences, from skydiving over the iconic Palm Jumeirah to dune bashing in the expansive Arabian desert. Adventurers can enjoy the view atop Burj Khalifa, or dive into the depths of …

ADDIS ABABA: Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s leading airline, has signed a technical advisory and consultancy contract with Dar Al-Handasah Consultants (Shair and Partners), a partner with the world-renowned signature architects Zaha Hadid Architects, to embark on the design and supervision of a Mega Airport City at Abusera in Bishoftu city. This state-of-the-art airport city, located just 40km from Addis Ababa …

KARACHI: In a pioneering moment for Pakistan’s electric vehicle sector, VLEKTRA has successfully completed the first-ever intercity journey on an electric motorcycle from Karachi to Hyderabad. This historic ride, which took place on Sunday, covered a distance of 166 kilometers and was completed on the VLEKTRA Velocity, an electric motorcycle boasting a range of 180 kilometers on a single charge. …

DUBAI: Yango Play, the first AI-powered entertainment super app that combines video streaming, live TV channels, music, and mini-games, has introduced smart features that will take your music experience to the next level along with new tracks, albums, and special playlists. Curated by My Vibe, the app’s AI music recommendation feature that dynamically adapts to each listener’s preferences and mood …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) today announced impressive results for its Hospitality business in the first half of 2024, cementing its position as a premier provider for external events and on-site catering services, in addition to its established reputation for providing catering services for events held at DWTC venues.  The division marked a significant increase in the …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Airports announced its new Youth Council cohort today, on International Youth Day. The pioneering initiative, aligned with the UAE’s vision for youth empowerment, aims to guide and nurture young talent, to shape the next generation of aviation leaders. The Dubai Airports Youth Council embodies the unwavering commitment to developing young minds and fostering innovation at the …

Web Desk DUBAI: Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), the world’s lifelong learning company, has achieved new recognition for the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic. Effective immediately, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the United States has recognized PTE for undergraduate admissions. MIT joins over 3,500 universities and institutions worldwide that trust PTE as proof of English proficiency. With 3,465 international …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: The Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP), in association with The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), proudly announces a landmark celebration commemorating a USD 4 billion export achievement milestone. The event titled “FOUR – The Quadra Legacy” was held at the historic Mohatta Palace, marking the first time a sustainability-focused event of this magnitude took …

News Desk AJMAN: The Ajman Department of Finance (DOF) continues its community initiatives, launched in collaboration with several strategic partners, as part of its participation in the 2024 ‘Our Happy Summer’ programme. These efforts aim to spread knowledge, support talented youth, raise community awareness, and enhance happiness and quality of life in the emirate. DOF’s participation includes six interactive and …