SHARJAH: Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, today marked the resumption of its first flight to Basra in Iraq from Sharjah International Airport. The new route connects Sharjah and Basra with a frequency of four weekly flights.  Basra is Air Arabia’s fourth direct route to Iraq from Sharjah, following Baghdad, Najaf, …

I am Aatikah Hussain,born and bred in Zambia (Africa) with Pakistani origins. Am a self taught Patisserie Chef. Baking has been my passion since I was a kid so it all started in my home kitchen as back in time we didn’t had much halal bakeries in Zambia and almost all the baking used to be done at home so …

DOHA: Qatar Airways has proudly welcomed the return of its non-stop flights between the airline’s award-winning hub, Hamad International Airport (DOH), and Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS). Addressing the high seasonal demand of the popular travel destination, Qatar Airways will operate to Lisbon year-round with six weekly flights during summer 2024. Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer, Mr. Thierry Antinori, said: …

News Desk DUBAI: Union Coop is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious “Most Admired F&G Innovation of the Year” at the Golden Spoon Awards organized by Images Retail ME. This award recognizes Union Coop’s outstanding achievements and commitment to innovation in the food and grocery retail sector. Union Coop’s technological advancements played a crucial role in …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: The Consulate of Italy in Karachi is celebrating the National Day of Italy by organizing Bella Italia -Italian Food Festival in Karachi from 4-9 June for the people of Karachi. The week aims to celebrate Italian culinary heritage and gastronomical excellence and benefits of Mediterranean diet. Chef Vincenzo de Liso is in Karachi and is hosting …

ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi Businesswomen Council, a subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI), signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Esaal, a digital platform that provides multi-service retailers with an integrated system for electronic receipts. The agreement aims to provide digital services, offers, and preferential benefits to Council members that would contribute to the …

UMMAHAT ISLAND, Saudi Arabia: Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve in the Middle East was unveiled today on Ummahat Island in the tranquil waters of The Red Sea. The private island retreat is nestled within the captivating Blue Hole cluster of islands, where pristine coral reefs thrive beneath the surface and the celestial canopy above paints an endless …

Investing in Dubai real estate has always been attractive, but branded residences offer a particularly compelling opportunity. These luxurious properties combine high-end amenities, sophisticated design & architecture, superior service, and robust security, setting them apart from traditional real estate. In fact, Dubai’s branded residences are increasingly popular among high-net-worth individuals worldwide, with 69% expressing interest in owning such properties, up …

DUBAI: In a move set to redefine the real estate landscape of the UAE, Vision Developments, an innovative Emirati enterprise, has unveiled its ambitious plans for local expansion and growth. Backed by a commitment to quality, community, and innovation, Vision Developments has established itself in the market since 2021 with 3 projects completed and sold out. Coming in with 15 …

YouGov FMCG Rankings 2024 reveal Almarai and Dettol are the most considered FMCG brands among KSA residents across Food, Beverages, and Personal Care categories. The brands in YouGov’s FMCG rankings 2024 were ranked based on Consideration score, which is a measure of likelihood of purchase from the category. The top ten rankings show the brands with the highest Consideration score between …