News Desk KARACHI: The Chairman of Bank Alfalah, His Sheikh Nahayan bin Mubarak Al Nahayan Excellency and the Board of directors has approved an additional USD 5 million, equivalent to PKR 1.4 billion, to help rebuild communities devastated by the 2025 floods. This latest commitment brings the Bank’s total contribution towards comprehensive flood relief and rehabilitation since the 2022 floods …

News Desk ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi Businesswomen Council (ADBWC) and Publicis Groupe Middle East have launched Falcon Tank — a new initiative under their Ra’idah programme. This results-driven platform is designed to help women-led SMEs secure media investment and scale their businesses. Zenith, a leading media agency under the Publicis Groupe network, joins the initiative as the official media …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Employees from across Emirates Group gathered today to celebrate UAE Flag Day, led by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, in a display of national unity and pride. Representing the UAE’s rich cultural diversity, the Group’s employees embody the nation’s values of inclusivity and cohesion …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Dubai Airports, which manages Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC), celebrated the achievements of its airline and commercial partners at the oneDXB Airport Excellence Awards 2025, an evening dedicated to honouring collaboration, innovation and excellence across Dubai’s aviation community. Hosted at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, the gala brought together over 200 …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is deploying an additional six weekly frequencies on the Dubai-Cairo route from 1st December 2025*. Strategically scheduled for maximum connectivity with the airline’s vast global network, the additional frequencies will cater to the increased demand during peak winter season. From 1st February 2026*, this will scale to a daily flight with revised …

Sport Desk DUBAI: In a powerful continuation of their shared vision for inclusion and innovation, the Asian Paralympic Committee (APC) partnered with Huawei during this year’s Dubai Ride, uniting technology and sport to celebrate empowerment through movement. The collaboration saw Paralympic athletes from the Dubai Club for People of Determination join thousands of riders along Sheikh Zayed Road, testing the …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Union Coop has announced the soft opening of its 30th branch in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), Dubai, a move that underscores the cooperative’s continued commitment to expanding its network of branches and offering an integrated shopping experience tailored to the needs of the residents. Mr. Mohamed Al Hashemi, Union Coop’s CEO stated that the soft opening …

The airport retailer eyes landmark year as total sales surge to AED6.88 billion (US$1.885 billion), AED552 million (US$151 million) over last year News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Duty Free has achieved a new milestone as it heads into the final two months of the year, announcing all-time high October sales of AED805.6 million (US$220.7 million) and marking its eighth-record month out …

By Rafiq Vayani AJMAN: The Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD) is participating in the World Travel Market 2025 (WTM), taking place in London, United Kingdom, from November 4 to 6, 2025. The Department’s participation underscores its ongoing efforts to strengthen Ajman’s presence on the global tourism map and highlight the remarkable growth and transformation taking place across the emirate’s …

News Desk DUBAI: The 11th edition of the Pre-owned Boat Show in Dubai kicked off yesterday’s evening (Friday) at Dubai Creek Marina, Park Hyatt Resort. Taking place from October 31 to November 2, 2025, under the theme “A Boat for Everyone”, the three-day event brings together more than 50 international brands showcasing over 50 yachts and boats with a combined value exceeding AED …