Web Desk DUBAI: Dr. Suhail Al Bastaki, the Chief Community Relations Officer at Union Coop, has announced that the number of beneficiaries from the “Sa’ada” program, which Union Coop has dedicated to families with limited income and those receiving social assistance, has reached 1,500. The initiative is designed to support these families by providing monthly shopping cards worth AED 500 …

News Desk KARACHI: Following the successful launch of the first edition of She’s Next global advocacy program in Pakistan, Visa, a world leader in digital payments, will now initiate the She’s Next Club to further support women entrepreneurs. She’s Next was launched earlier this year in partnership with HBL, Pakistan’s leading bank, to empower women-owned small businesses through funding, training, …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: The opening of “All That Glitters Is Not Home” a solo show of Masuma Halai Khwaja at Canvas Gallery, Clifton, Karachi. An artist and curator of international repute, Masuma has multiple shows to her credit. Emblematic of world powers and symbolizing romance , the rose and the rose petals take on dual, polar connotations in South …

News Desk DUBAI: Millennium Place Barsha Heights is pleased to announce the appointment of Luca Medda as the new General Manager, effective immediately. In his new role at Millennium Place Barsha Heights, Luca oversees all aspects of the hotel’s operations, ensuring the consistent delivery of exceptional guest experiences, while also driving strategic initiatives to enhance the hotel’s market positioning. Luca …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: As Dubai gears up for one of its busiest events seasons, Dubai World Trade Centre is reinforcing the city’s reputation as a leading global hub for mega-events and business tourism. DWTC has unveiled its event schedule for the final four months of 2024, featuring over 100 major business and consumer exhibitions, events, key conferences and associations …

News Desk ABU DHABI: UAE’s multi-billion dollar tech conglomerate, Phoenix Group PLC, listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), today announced its collaboration with Tether, the largest company in the digital asset industry, with plans to launch a stablecoin pegged to the United Arab Emirates Dirham. This collaboration between Phoenix Group and Tether is supported by Green Acorn Investments …

DUBAI/HO CHI MINH CITY: The Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board (Tourism Malaysia) in Vietnam organised the ‘Discover Malaysia’ seminar and networking luncheon in Danang on 16 August 2024. The event aimed to update local travel agents and media on the latest developments in Malaysia’s tourism industry, showcasing the country’s diverse attractions and offerings. The event featured participation from Tourism Melaka, the …

Web Desk SHARJAH: Masrah Al Qasba, a premier family destination at Al Qasba, developed by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), is set to offer an exciting season of family entertainment. This lineup promises to attract audiences of all ages with a series of shows that blend humor, wonder, and heartwarming stories. In addition to these spectacular performances, Al …

News Desk DUBAI: A Pakistani and a South African national have their names added to the growing list of luxury vehicle winners when it was announced at the latest Finest Surprise draw, held on Wednesday, 21st August, 2024 at Concourse D of Dubai International Airport. Mr. Jacky Mandhan, a 37-year-old Pakistani national based in Kandhkot, Pakistan won a Mercedes Benz …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), in collaboration with CIRCLE, has launched the Faysal Khud Mukhtar internship program (FKIP), a groundbreaking initiative aimed at fostering inclusivity and women’s empowerment in Pakistan’s workforce. Through this programme the Bank has successfully enabled 40 women from underserved communities to receive professional training and internship at Faysal Bank leading towards better career …