DUBAI: ‘Dress My Room,’ the interior design studio by Emirati sisters Hend and Hamda Al Abbar, has marked a significant milestone in enhancing collaboration among Emirati women entrepreneurs, by delivering a captivating redesign for another homegrown business, Arcadia, a niche perfumery by Amna Al Habtoor. Underlining the creative synergies between two Emirati brands that have carved a unique niche and voice in …

DUBAI: SÜ1, the pioneering athleisure brand founded by 17-year-old entrepreneur Sofia Sacoor, has recently announced its partnership with Al Jalila Foundation, a global healthcare philanthropic organisation. With both organisations sharing a similar ethos, this collaboration aims to support children with Type 1 Diabetes and to advance medical innovation and healthcare accessibility in the UAE and beyond.  The Inspiration Behind SÜ1: SÜ1, inspired by Sofia Sacoor’s nickname “Su,” is …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Mr Kamran Ghani, Regional President of the World Memon Organisation (WMO) Middle East Chapter, and the President of the Memon Association of Saudi Arabia, Mr Waseem Tai convened in Dubai for an informal discussion over coffee. The two leaders delved into a productive discussion on how they could expand its membership and influence in the Middle …

DUBAI: Network International (Network), the leading enabler of digital commerce across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, has announced the introduction of new Business Payment Solutions for businesses, corporations, and travel industry companies in the UAE. Launched in partnership with Mastercard, the new solutions will enable Network International to tap into Mastercard’s global digital payment expertise including card offerings, expense management …

By Mariam Hina/Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: It marked an important milestone for the food industry where the flagship product of JJ Foods, Temla Rice, was awarded the “Most Innovative Rice Brand” at the Biz Today International Food Innovation Awards. This goes on to prove and project that quality and innovation are the pillars running the enigma called JJ Foods in the …

Mashreq, a leading financial institution in the MENA region, has announced the commencement of its mountain clean-up mission in Pakistan, as part of Climb2Change, a global initiative integrating the bank’s comprehensive Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) efforts and milestones. Through the initiative, Mashreq has undertaken a mission to scale and clean up 14 of the world’s mightiest mountains, with the …

ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is today announcing exciting updates coming to the North American market ahead of the winter travel season, reinforcing the airline’s dedication to facilitating seamless travel experiences. Beginning 27 October, Etihad will increase its nonstop flight service between Boston and Abu Dhabi from four flights per week to once daily, offering …

DUBAI/RAS AL KHAIMAH: Pullman Resort Al Marjan Island invites you to craft unforgettable memories with our “Summer Bliss Awaits” staycation package. Experience a luxurious stay in our Superior Rooms, ideal for families desiring comfort and convenience. Embrace the joy of summer at our serene island retreat, where relaxation and adventure seamlessly blend. Spacious Accommodation for Large Families: Our thoughtfully designed …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Dubai Chambers signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with VFS Global, the world’s largest visa outsourcing and technology service specialist for governments and their diplomatic missions. Under the terms of the agreement, VFS Global will provide strategic services to accelerate trade and investment development for Dubai-based companies across the company’s global network. The MoU is aimed …

DUBAI: OPPO, a global leader in smart device innovation, is excited to announce that the Unbeatable AI Phone Reno12 series is now officially available in the GCC market starting from today, July 9th. The Reno12 series introduces a new era of smartphone experiences, incorporating multiple GenAI features and an all-round armor design to meet the evolving needs of consumers. This …