News Desk DUBAI: A German national and an Indian national have been announced as the new dollar millionaires at the latest Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire and Finest Surprise draw, held today at Concourse C of Dubai International Airport. Mr. Manfred Schmidt, a 59-year-old German national based in Marktl, Germany became a US$1 million winner in Millennium Millionaire Series 536 …

News Desk DUBAI: A Birmingham-led research project will aim to detect biological threats before they spread, using AI-driven metagenomic surveillance at Dubai International Airport, one of the world’s busiest international travel hubs. The research project has recently been awarded a Dubai Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) grant of AED 1.5 million and will combine genomics, artificial intelligence and biosecurity analytics …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Following the announcement of the UAE’s national passenger rail network, Etihad Rail has revealed new details on what passengers can expect when services start operating later this year. The passenger experience has been developed with a clear focus on how people live, work and travel across the UAE today, offering a modern, comfortable and reliable …

News Desk ABU DHABI: Yas Island has officially taken center stage on one of India’s most-watched television franchises, as Season 16 of Indian Idol aired its special Abu Dhabi episodes, filmed at Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the region’s largest indoor theme park. The episodes created a major on-screen moment connecting two vibrant entertainment cultures. Broadcast on Sony Entertainment Television …

By Rafiq Vayani MADINAH MUNAWWARA/DUBAI: The evening flight from Dammam to Madinah Munawwara on Sunday, 22nd February, 2026, turned into a truly delightful travel experience, marked by comfort, efficiency, and outstanding service. Passengers aboard Flynas flight XY 705 enjoyed a smooth journey complemented by warm hospitality and a welcoming cabin atmosphere that reflected the airline’s commitment to customer satisfaction. A …

KARACHI: Yango Pakistan, part of the global tech company Yango Group, has partnered with NowPDP, a non-profit organization, to launch ‘Baikhtiyar Pakistan’ — an inclusive mobility and livelihood program designed to create earning opportunities for persons with disabilities through the Yango platform. The initiative reflects Yango Group’s broader commitment to acting as a partner in economic empowerment across its markets. …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/JEDDAH: A new premium tea and coffee destination is set to enhance the hospitality landscape of Makkah as Karak Express announces its upcoming opening at Makkah Tower, with additional availability at Al Safwa Tower near Haram. The expansion reflects the brand’s commitment to serving visitors and residents across multiple prime locations, including the Jabal Noor and Haram …

By Rafiq Vayani RIYADH/DUBAI: The National Museum of Saudi Arabia, located in the King Abdulaziz Historical Center, is marking Saudi Founding Day and the holy month of Ramadan with a new public program, “Memory of the Home,” running from 19 February to 6 March 2026, from 10:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Blending heritage with direct engagement, the program features displays …

News Desk DUBAI: dnata has appointed Marwan Essa as Managing Director of its operations in Zanzibar, strengthening leadership in one of East Africa’s growing tourism and aviation gateways. In his new role, Marwan will have full accountability for dnata Zanzibar’s business performance and development, overseeing ground handling and cargo operations while driving service excellence for airline customers and airport partners. …

By Rafiq Vayani JEDDAH: flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s fast-growing low-cost airline, has taken delivery of its first new aircraft of 2026 – an Airbus A320neo – boosting the carrier’s fleet to 45 all-narrowbody passenger jets. Arriving in Jeddah direct from Airbus’ assembly plant in Toulouse, the aircraft becomes the airline’s 34th A320neo, adding to the 11 A320neo variant that make up …