DUBAI: In a powerful display of community spirit, Dubai Cares, in partnership with Ruya Community Islamic Bank LLC Bank (ruya) in Ajman, successfully carried out the second edition of Volunteer Emirates – School Refurbishment for this year. The initiative focused on transforming Al Manama Private Charity School in Ajman, creating a more stimulating and well-equipped learning environment for its 693 …

News Desk DUBAI: In a move to prepare for the upcoming 2025 Asian Chess Championship for Inmates, the General Department of Correctional and Penal Institutions at Dubai Police concluded its in-house chess tournament for male inmates, held in collaboration with the Dubai Chess and Culture Club. Brigadier Salah Jumaa Bu Osaiba, Acting Director of the department, attended the closing ceremony …

Sport Desk FIFA is delighted to welcome American Airlines as the Official North American Airline Supplier of the FIFA World Cup 26™ in Canada, Mexico and the USA, strengthening the tournament’s ties to North America and ensuring world-class travel experiences for fans and teams across the USA during the game-changing tournament. As part of the agreement, American Airlines will promote …

Web Desk DUBAI: Yango Ads, the Ad Tech division of Yango Group, a global tech company that transforms advanced technologies into practical services for people in their daily lives, has published its latest report, the 2025 Tourism Industry Guide, revealing a major shift in travel behaviour from emerging markets. Travellers from these regions are increasingly setting their sights on the …

Lucky Cement successfully concluded a heart screening camp from April 15 to 17, 2025, for the residents of the communities surrounding its Pezu Plant. Conducted in partnership with Tabba Heart Institute, a renowned name in cardiac care, the camp offered vital heart health services as part of the Company’s ongoing commitment to preventive healthcare. The camp witnessed an overwhelming response …

News Desk COLOMBO/DUBAI: The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) is set to host two exclusive roadshows in Saudi Arabia, ahead of its participation in Arabian Travel Market 2025. The events will take place on April 22 in Riyadh at the Radisson Blu Hotel and Convention Center, Riyadh Minhal, and on April 24 in Al Khobar at the Grand Hyatt …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), in collaboration with Microsoft, organised an event on utilising advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities in enhancing productivity and stimulating creativity in the work environment. The event included panel discussions and workshops on advanced solutions provided by generative AI to streamline day-to-day tasks, strengthen collaboration between working teams and improve time …

News Desk KARACHI: In collaboration with the State Bank of Pakistan, BankIslami participated in Financial Literacy Week 2025. Through various initiatives, BankIslami promoted financial literacy and raised awareness about financial inclusion and its significance, while reinforcing its mission to advance Islamic banking in the country and save humanity from riba. The week began with financial literacy camps across the country, …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: House of Polani has been honored with the prestigious Brand of the Year award in the Travel & Tourism category, solidifying its position as Pakistan’s leading travel company. The award was presented during a grand ceremony held on Saturday, April 19, 2025, in Karachi, where leading brands from across the nation were recognized for their outstanding contributions to their respective industries. …

By Raheel Rao DUBAI: Virgio, the pioneering sustainable fashion brand, has announced Dr Mahra Lutfi—Miss UAE and Miss Planet International—as its Sustainable Fashion Ambassador. The collaboration was announced during a media event that had industry leaders and key stakeholders in attendance at the Paramount Hotel in Dubai, underscoring Virgio’s commitment to making ethical fashion mainstream and promoting eco-friendly style choices …