News Desk DUBAI: This Ramadan, the Arabian Center is making a difference by launching the Kiswat Eid Campaign in partnership with The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF). This campaign aims to spread the spirit of giving by offering new clothes to the children in need and from low-income families in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The campaign brings together corporates, government …

News Desk DUBAI: HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), received HE Adnan Ameen, CEO of the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28). The two sides discussed ways to enhance cooperation and reviewed DEWA’s efforts to support the UAE’s hosting of COP28, the …

Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC (TAQA), one of the largest listed integrated utility companies in the region, announced today, it has launched a new Green Finance Framework for the issuance of green bonds, sukuks, loans and other debt instruments. Proceeds from such issuances will go to eligible green projects, including renewable energy, energy efficiency, sustainable water and wastewater management, …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: Get ready to step into a magical world of wonder and enchantment as Disney Princess – The Concert comes to Dubai for five enchanting performances at Coca-Cola Arena on May 5,6 and 7 2023! This breathtaking family show, presented by Disney Concerts, Broadway Entertainment Group, Coca-Cola Arena, and du, will be accompanied by Expo City Dubai’s Firdaus …

News Desk ABU DHABI: e& announced that its shareholders have approved the Board of Directors’ recommendation to distribute cash dividends for the second half of 2022 at a value of AED 0.4 per share during the Group’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Tuesday, 11th April, 2023. The total annual dividend per share stands at AED 0.8, demonstrating the Group’s commitment …

News Desk DUBAI: Rubicon Exotic, the Internationally renowned beverage company, is expanding its presence in the UAE just in time for the summer season. The brand’s exotic range of flavorful juices and beverages will now be available at Zoom Supermarkets, Emarat, and ENOC gas stations throughout the region. From its very first drink, ‘Passionade,’ to its extensive product range that …

ABU DHABI: Following the recently expanded air services agreement between the UAE and Canada, Etihad Airways has announced it will increase flights to Toronto. On 30 May, Etihad Airways will introduce an additional weekly flight between Abu Dhabi and Toronto, on top of its current six-per-week flight schedule, to offer travellers a daily connection. “Etihad is thrilled to begin flying daily …

News Desk DUBAI: Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important consideration within the Middle East’s luxury travel sector, especially in the UAE where 61% of residents say they are willing to pay a premium for more responsible, eco-friendly and sustainable tourism experiences. Trends and opportunities within the high-end travel segment will represent key focuses throughout the 30th edition of Arabian Travel …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: For the first time in its 33-year history, the Global Summit of Women, a major international business and economic forum for women leaders, will take place in Dubai from May 4-6, 2023.  Convened by US-based Globewomen Research & Education Institute, the Global Summit of Women brings together 800 delegates from 70 economies to engage in active cross-border networking, …

Wego has emerged as the #1 travel app for flight search and booking in the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region with a year-over-year (YOY) growth of over 157.7% and 143,002 downloads in February 2023, according to data from data.ai. This data was gathered by analyzing the download rates of 1,062 travel apps that offer flight and hotel search capabilities. Wego …