News Desk DUBAI: Yango Ads, the AdTech division of Yango Group, unveiled key data from its latest report on travel and hospitality trends in emerging markets at its flagship event, Yango Ads Live: The Next Destination. According to the findings, 48% of surveyed travellers are influenced by targeted ad campaigns when choosing destinations, highlighting the growing impact of data-driven marketing …

NOORI, a social initiative dedicated to women empowerment and advocacy, in collaboration with the Karachi Press Club (KPC), hosted a transformative mental health awareness session on Saturday, September 20, focused on breaking the silence surrounding mental health and promoting open conversations in society. The session was attended by a diverse audience, including women and youth, professionals, business owners, students, and …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: At The Wok Hei, ZaikaBook hosted its first-ever Meet & Greet event recently, which was attended by Karachi’s top chefs, dignitaries of the culinary industry, members of the business community, and well-known personalities. The event introduced ZaikaBook’s mission and vision while presenting it as a unique culinary platform for the younger generation, aspiring chefs, and home-based …

News Desk DUBAI: Amaal, the visionary Emirati real estate developer redefining luxury living, has officially unveiled the dedicated experience centre for the world’s first MANSORY Residences, a landmark ultra-luxury project in partnership with the globally renowned automotive design icon MANSORY. The bespoke experience centre is located along Ras Al Khor Road, set against the striking backdrop of the Ras Al …

By Rafiq Vayani JOHANNESBURG: Following the advanced deployment of the retrofitted Boeing 777 aircraft to both Cape Town and Johannesburg last month, Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, hosted a guided tour of the fully refreshed aircraft. The airline showcased its next-generation cabins, featuring the latest sophisticated design and South Africa’s debut of the highly acclaimed Premium Economy Cabin. Johannesburg …

SHARJAH: Sharjah hosted the 18th edition of the World Congress 2025 “We Are Inclusion” for the first time in the Middle East and North Africa, under the patronage and in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. The event was held from September 15 – 17 at Expo …

By Rafiq Vayani ISLAMABAD: On 17 September 2025, Mrs. Wan Zetti Rafina binti Wan Mohamad Zuki, the newly arrived Immigration Attaché at the High Commission of Malaysia in Islamabad, paid a courtesy call on High Commissioner of Malaysia to Pakistan, H.E. Ambassador Dato’ Mohammad Azhar Mazlan. During the meeting, Mrs. Wan Zetti Rafina conveyed her appreciation for the warm welcome …

RIYADH: MENAP-based fintech ABHI and TRAY, a leading cloud-based POS and business management platform in the Kingdom, have joined forces to introduce Earned Wage Access services for the fast-growing F&B sector. Earned Wage Access is a financial solution that allows employees to withdraw a portion of their earned salary anytime before payday, eliminating the need to wait until the end …

Event highlights include book talk on ethics in corporate life and exclusive reveal of author’s upcoming book Smart But Wrong By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) successfully hosted a thought-provoking edition of its Book Forum on Friday, 19 September, 2025 at ICAP House, Karachi, featuring UAE-based finance leader, trainer, and award-winning author Asma Jan …

By Rafiq Vayani KUALA LUMPUR/ ABU DHABI: The Global Halal Summit officially launched on Friday, 19 September, 2025, in conjunction with the 21st Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS 2025). The prestigious Opening Ceremony was graced by YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar bin Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, together with ministry leaders and esteemed guests of honour. The programme featured welcoming remarks …