News Desk DUBAI: Danube Properties, who pioneered the iconic 1% per month payment plan, has unveiled another attractive homeownership opportunity aimed at making property ownership in Dubai more accessible than ever. Bayz 101 by Danube and Bayz 102 by Danube, two landmark residential developments in the prestigious Business Bay district, are now available for a limited-time offer with 0% down …

The Abu Dhabi developer received the building completion certificate for Ville 11 residential project on July 31, 2026, and government data shows the rest of its portfolio tracking ahead of plan ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi-based developer Burtville has started handing over units at Ville 11 in Masdar City, after the Department of Municipalities and Transport issued the development’s building completion …

By Rafiq Vayani DOHA: August, Qatar Calendar presents a full programme of events, inviting residents to enjoy a month packed with family entertainment, cultural exhibitions, and international sporting fixtures. Spanning a wide range of interests, the month’s programme offers something for audiences of all ages across Doha and beyond. Entertainment and Family Experiences: A vibrant family atmosphere continues throughout the …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/LONDON: Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, is flying the best of British exports across diverse sectors from delicate seasonal produce to high-performance engineering and lifesaving pharmaceuticals on its flights. The air cargo carrier transported over 57,000 tonnes of exports from the UK during FY 2025-26 to the rest of its global network, an increase of …

News Desk KARACHI: The 38th LADIESFUND Power Gathering brought together an exceptional group of Pakistan’s most influential women entrepreneurs, executives, professionals, artists, policymakers, and changemakers for an afternoon of meaningful dialogue, new connections, and international collaboration. Hosted by Tara Uzra Dawood, Founder & CEO of LADIESFUND, the gathering welcomed German Consul General Thomas E. Schultze as Chief Guest, accompanied by …

Web Desk LAHORE: Oxford University Press Pakistan and The City School Network have signed an MoU to launch The City Verse, a nationwide poetry competition for students in Grades 1–8 across The City School’s 150 plus campuses in Pakistan. Inspired by the Oxford International Primary and Secondary English series, The City Verse extends learning beyond the classroom by providing students …

New direct connections address growing traffic between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia By Rafiq Vayani RIYADH/KARACHI: Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, today announced its network expansion into Pakistan with the launch of daily services between Islamabad and Riyadh and three times a week between Lahore and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Full public ticket sales for both destinations are now open, …

By Dr. Abdullatif Alfadhel AlshanqitiAssociate Editor The Moment Sound Returned For many people, hearing is an invisible part of daily life. It is present in every conversation, every expression of emotion, every warning signal, and every connection between human beings. Its importance is often recognized only after it begins to disappear. For a 56-year-old man in Saudi Arabia, silence had …

News Desk KARACHI: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan has announced the results of Certified Finance and Accounting Professional (CFAP) and Strategic Case Study (SCS) Examinations held in June 2026. In this session 610 examinees have qualified whereas 3651 examinees have obtained permanent credits. ICAP Gold Medals have been awarded to the following examinees:Ali Waris S/o Muhammad Bukhsh for …

Web Desk DUBAI: Abu Dhabi’s luxury residential market is evolving as buyers place greater emphasis on long-term value, quality of design and the overall living experience, according to MERED, the award-winning international real estate developer. The shift is being underpinned by continued market momentum. According to Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC) transaction data, Abu Dhabi recorded AED65.4 billion in …