By Rafiq Vayani MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s Low-Cost Carrier, announced the successful renewal of its third IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA), reaffirming the airline’s unwavering commitment to the highest global standards of aviation safety, operational integrity, and compliance. SalamAir first obtained IOSA registration in 2021 and has since consistently met the stringent requirements of the biennial audit, underscoring its sustained focus …

News Desk DUBAI: A wedding is more than a celebration! It is a story, a memory, and a legacy in the making. Where better to begin that story than aboard one of the world’s most iconic vessels, the majestic Queen Elizabeth 2 Hotel in Dubai. Once the pride of the seas, and today transformed into the Middle East’s only floating …

News Desk DOHA: A hallmark of Qatari excellence since 2001, the multi-award winning The Ritz-Carlton, Doha was delighted to show its continued commitment to Qatar National Day 2025 on 18 December 2025. Thoughtfully crafted to honor the nation’s rich heritage and this year’s vision of strengthening solidarity, loyalty and pride in Qatar’s identity, the hotel celebrated the values of Qatari …

DUBAI: The Youth Council of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) organised an inspiring educational workshop to explore the book Lessons from Life by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The workshop, held at the Mohammed bin Rashid Library, highlighted His Highness’s remarkable journey, marked by decades …

News Desk ABU DHABI: The Organising Committee for the Unmanned Systems Exhibition (UMEX) and the Simulation and Training Exhibition (SimTEX) 2026 has held its third meeting as part of its ongoing efforts to monitor the progress of preparations for the exhibitions. The events are held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy …

UAE becomes world’s second country to approve “Itvisma” following US FDA DUBAI: The Emirates Drug Establishment(EDE) has announced the approval of Itvisma™ (onasemnogene abeparvovec), a gene therapy that uses an adeno-associated viral vector to treat spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) in eligible adults and children aged two years and above. With this decision, the UAE becomes the second country globally to …

News Desk DUBAI: On the eve of its 42nd Anniversary, Dubai Duty Free announced a group of 10 Indian colleagues from Qatar as the collective winner of US$1 million during the Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire and Finest Surprise draw held at Concourse C of Dubai International Airport. Mr. Jomy John, a 32-year-old Indian national based in Doha, Qatar won …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Big Ticket, the largest and longest-running guaranteed raffle draw in the Middle East (known for cash prizes, dream luxury cars, gold bars and coins) has joined the DP World International League T20 Season 4 as an Official Partner. In recent years, Big Ticket has become more than just a raffle, it has gained the reputation of …

News Desk ABU DHABI: The Ministry of Finance (“MoF”) has announced the issuance of Cabinet Decision No. 153 of 2025 regarding the application of the reverse charge mechanism on trading of metal-scrap between registrants in the UAE, effective from 14 January 2026. The measures taken pursuant to the provisions of Federal DecreeLaw No. 8 of 2017 on Value Added Tax …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Beginning in December, Emirates is curating the perfect restorative sleep ritual in the sky with new loungewear, indulgent bed linen, and a thoughtful turndown service for First Class customers. Further elevating the transition into relaxation, First Class customers are invited to enjoy premium drinks served in new cut crystal glassware, relish moments of calm with the …