Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, today announced a landmark partnership with World Champion Esports team, Team Nigma, the organisation founded by The International 7 champions. Nigma will be the first esports team ever to be sponsored by a major airline and the Abu Dhabi based Etihad Airways will make sure the team and its support staff will arrive, relaxed, …

DUBAI: Emirates and the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) have begun to implement full digital verification of Covid-19 medical records connected to testing and vaccination for travellers based in the UAE. Emirates customers who have undertaken a PCR test in Dubai can choose to check-in without presenting their physical COVID-19 PCR test report. Moreover, customers who have received their COVID-19 vaccination at …

DUBAI: Emirates is offering travellers from the UAE the chance to book their long-awaited Eid break to popular resort hotspots or make up for lost family time by reconnecting with loved ones. UAE travelers can also plan early and book their summer holiday with Emirates’ special fares starting from AED 1,525. Emirates Economy Class and Business Class passengers can choose …

News Desk DUBAI: The largest Consumer Cooperative in the UAE, ‘Union Coop’ was honored by Dubai Foundation for Women and Children for its extended support towards the initiatives managed by the foundation. The honoring ceremony was held at the office of ‘Dubai Foundation for Women and Children’ located in Al Awir, Dubai. Dr. Suhail Al Bastaki, Director of Happiness and …

ABU DHABI: The UAE’s Golden Jubilee Committee and Federal Youth Authority have today launched the ‘Early Dreamers’, an initiative that invites all citizens and residents of the UAE to share stories of the individuals who have helped –  and continue to help – shape the nation over the years. The initiative is being rolled out in phases, starting with the ‘Early Dreamers’ …

The value of Dubai Chamber members’ exports and re-exports to Latin America surged 69% to reach a record $60.5 million in the first quarter of 2021, a trend supported by increased activity among companies in Dubai that are already trading with the region. New data released Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry indicated that the increase in Latin America-bound shipments …

As part of Shangri-La’s 50th Anniversary celebrations, the Group has announced a refreshed brand logo for Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts (Shangri-La) that pays tribute to its past and sets a fresh vision for the future. The refreshed logo reflects the brand’s journey and evolution with its guests, while staying true to the brand roots that have continually delivered warm Asian …

When Nora Al Matrooshi was selected to join the United Arab Emirates space programme, she became the Arab world’s first woman astronaut. Her selection – alongside male compatriot Mohammed Al Mulla – echoes the UAE’s focus on gender equality and equal opportunities. The country continues to incorporate more women into technology sectors, expanding their role as they gain recognition for …

News Desk JEDDAH: Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA), the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, and Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, recently held talks to discuss their close commercial relationships and explore ways to build on the ties by establishing a codeshare agreement. Being the first two airlines that started operations in the Gulf Cooperation Council …

RIYADH / DUBAI: KPMG Professional Services in Saudi Arabia has signed an agreement with Aramco, one of the largest energy and chemicals companies in the world, to examine and strengthen the cybersecurity compliance checks across Aramco’s third-parties and suppliers. Aramco has recently implemented the Third-Party Cybersecurity Compliance Certificate (CCC) Programme, a strategic initiative to certify existing and new third-parties and suppliers before …