DUBAI: Despite ongoing global geopolitical tensions, bottlenecks in aircraft production, and engine problems, Turkish Airlines continued its growth uninterruptedly thanks to its agility and extensive flight network, carrying a total of 22.1 million passenger in the second quarter of the year. According to data published by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), while global passenger capacity in the second quarter of …

Dubai-based quilt brand, Quild, has released a series of watermelon-themed quilts in solidarity with the people of Gaza, stating that all proceeds made from selling the quilts will go towards supporting people in Gaza and the West Bank. The quilts feature the symbolic black and white keffiyeh pattern on one side and a watermelon fruit print on the other. They …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: On Saturday, August 10, 2024, the Indonesian Consulate General in Karachi in collaboration with Afzaal Memorial Thalassemia Foundation. (AMTF), held a Blood Donor Campaign in the spirit of the 79th Anniversary of Indonesian Independence. The event was held in Indonesian Consulate General office and attended by diplomatic corps, such as Consul from Malaysian Consulate. The event …

We are happy to share that we’ve started a new catering business, expanding the delicious food from ‘Saniya’s Food’ by Chef Saniya Kashif to more people. We kicked things off with a fantastic event to celebrate this exciting venture. Our launch event was amazing, with wonderful guests coming from near and far. The atmosphere was full of excitement as we …

ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways announced its H1 2024 results, recording a 48 per cent increase in profit after tax achieving AED 851 million (U.S.$232 million), a significant increase from AED 575 million (U.S.$ 157 million) in H1 2023, highlighting the airline’s continued focus on growth coupled with optimising operational efficiencies. Total revenue increased 21 per cent to AED 11.7 billion …

News Desk BEIJING, China: Emirates has pledged support to the SmileAngel Foundation to provide meals for children and their families during their charity parent-child summer camp, which includes 20 children with cleft lip and palate conditions, along with eight children from volunteering families. Emirates has provisioned for 1440 meals to be provided for more than 40 people at the camp which started on 31 …

Web Desk KARACHI: The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Karachi, in collaboration with the Department of Commerce in Sri Lanka, hosted Sri Lanka’s participation at the 19th My Karachi – Oasis of Harmony Exhibition, held from August 2nd to 4th at the Karachi Expo Center. Sri Lankan exporters, including Maliban Biscuits, TeaTalk, Orange Electrics and Sri Lankan Airlines joined …

News Desk DUBAI: flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, touched down in Basel today, becoming the first national carrier from the UAE to operate direct flights from Dubai. This marks the start of the carrier’s four-times weekly service to EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL) from Dubai International (DXB). The inaugural flight touched down at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL) and was met with a traditional water cannon salute. …

MANILA/DUBAI: Holiday Factory, the UAE’s award-winning & leading tour operator, proudly announces its expansion into the Asian market with the launch of its first real package tour operator in the Philippines. A press conference was held at the Marco Polo Ortigas Hotel in Manila on 29th July 2024, attended by over 120 esteemed media representatives, including top journalists from 15 …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: A soft launch of Novacolor Café was held here recently with the who’s who of the world of architecture, art and industry present in large numbers. The brainchild of Nasar Khan, Zillay Huma, Zubair, and Shameer, the space promises to be a game-changer in the coffee world bringing premium hues, brews, and fragrances under one roof …