By Rafiq Vayani JEDDAH: Shangri-La Jeddah is pleased to announce the appointment of Lina Khan as Director of Marketing & Communications. In her new role, Lina will lead the hotel’s marketing, communications, public relations, and brand strategy, supporting Shangri-La Jeddah’s continued growth as one of Jeddah’s leading luxury destinations. Originally from Jeddah, Lina brings a strong background across luxury hospitality, …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Under the esteemed patronage and presence of H.H. Engr. Sheikh Salem bin Sultan bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Ras Al Khaimah Civil Aviation Authority, Member of the Executive Council of the Government of Ras Al Khaimah, and Honorary Member of the Emirates Environmental Group (EEG), the organisation proudly celebrated the 29th Cycle of the …

Samir Hamadeh, Founder & CEO of Elevate World: “The outlook for the UAE tourism sector is overwhelmingly positive” DUBAI: Global travel trade leaders and decision-makers have expressed absolute confidence in the robust future and unmatched resilience of the UAE tourism sector, projecting an imminent, seamless rebound that will outpace global market trends. During their participation in the high-profile “Engage by …

دبي: أطلق مستشفى آدم فيتال، المركز الرائد لجراحات العظام والعمود الفقري في دبي، حملة “الانحناء الصامت“، وذلك تزامناً مع شهر التوعية بالجنف في يونيو 2026، بهدف تعزيز الوعي المجتمعي بأهمية الكشف المبكر عن الجنف لدى الأطفال والمراهقين.وفي إطار الحملة، يقدم المستشفى فحصاً مجانياً للجنف يشمل الاستشارة الطبية والتصوير بالأشعة السينية، بما يساعد العائلات على رصد أي انحناء محتمل في العمود …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates has promoted two accomplished Emirati female pilots to captains, marking a pivotal step forward in its commitment to empowering Emirati women in aviation. Hanan Mohammed Jawad and Bakhita Al Mheiri both rose through the Emirates Group’s National Cadet Pilot Programme, an initiative that has graduated numerous Emirati pilots. Hanan Mohammed Jawad joined Emirates in 2008 through the cadet pilot programme, driven by …

News Desk DUBAI: dnata Travel Group has announced the appointment of Maura Geertsma as its new Divisional Vice President, Corporate Travel. The newly created role strengthens the company’s ability to meet global demand for strategic corporate travel solutions. Based in Dubai, Maura will oversee dnata Travel Management – the Group’s corporate travel business – working closely with its regional leadership across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, and Iraq to enhance service excellence, strengthen …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: The Consul of Italy in Karachi, Fabrizio Bielli, hosted a grand reception at the Pearl Continental Hotel to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the Republic of Italy (La Festa della Repubblica Italiana). The event commemorated the birth of the Italian Republic while honoring the enduring shared values of democracy, unity, and resilience. The high-profile evening was …

News Desk DUBAI: Ongoing geopolitical tensions across the Middle East are influencing how investors, lenders and advisors assess real estate risk across the UAE, says Rus Kolinko, Managing Partner at Archers Valuation & Advisory. While real estate activity across Dubai and Abu Dhabi remains relatively resilient, Archers notes that conversations around risk, liquidity and downside protection have become more prominent, …

By Rafiq Vayani ISLAMABAD: TriFit, a Saudi backed fitness brand, has expanded its footprint beyond Karachi with the launch of TriFit Plus in Islamabad. TriFit presently operates six clubs that offer fitness regimes in its world class facilities, and highly qualified trainers, and is planning to open 8 more facilities nationwide. The excellence and standards maintained at the outlets has …

Web Desk KARACHI: Meezan Bank’s Easy Home Housing Finance has achieved a significant milestone under the Prime Minister’s Apna Ghar Housing Finance Program – “Ghar Ho Tu Apna”, surpassing PKR 1 billion in housing finance disbursements since the launch of the initiative. This achievement reflects Meezan Bank’s strong commitment to supporting the Government of Pakistan’s vision of promoting affordable homeownership …