News Desk DUBAI: The Emirates Group today announced a new record half-year financial performance, posting a profit before tax of AED 12.2 billion (US$ 3.3 billion) for the first six months of 2025-26, making this the fourth consecutive year of record profitability for the half-year reporting period. After accounting for income tax charges, the Group’s profit after tax is AED 10.6 billion (US$ 2.9 …

Yango Ride, part of the global tech company Yango Group, has introduced an updated safety flow in its application in Pakistan. The update integrates personalized safety checklists, enabling passengers to view the current status of implemented security measures during their rides, and a brand new safety center with security tips before and during the journey. The update will gradually become …

News Desk FUJAIRAH: Hala, the UAE’s most convenient e-hailing taxi solution and a joint venture between Careem and Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has announced its official expansion into Fujairah, marking its entry into a third emirate and reinforcing its mission to build a connected, tech-enabled mobility network across the UAE. In partnership with the Fujairah Transport Corporation (FTC), …

By Rafiq Vayani MUSCAT: Reinforcing its position as Oman’s low-cost carrier and in line with its ongoing expansion strategy, SalamAir is proud to announce the launch of its newest destination, Abha in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia starting 16th December 2025. Ticket sales will commence on 6th November 2025, offering travelers the opportunity to secure seats early with Lite fares starting …

The 4th European Film Festival (EUFF) 2025 returns to Pakistan this November, bringing together audiences in Islamabad, Karachi, and Lahore for a celebration of European cinema, creativity, and cultural exchange. Hosted by the Delegation of the European Union to Pakistan and curated by Olomopolo Media, the festival highlights the power of cinema to connect communities and inspire reflection on shared …

DUBAI: The UNESCO-listed town of Český Krumlov, located in South Bohemia in the heart of Czechia, is set to captivate visitors this winter with the launch of its Winter Illuminations Festival. Running from December 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026, the festival promises to transform the historic town into a magical winter wonderland. This seasonal celebration offers GCC travellers an …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: As part of its long-standing commitment to promoting employee health and wellbeing, the Emirates Group has kicked off the Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) with over 21,000 employees already signed up and more joining daily to be a part of the citywide 30×30 initiative. This year, employees* who register for The Dubai Fitness Challenge and complete the …

Web Desk KARACHI: The Ambassador of Romania to Pakistan, Dr. Dan Stoenescu, met with the Chief Minister of Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, renewable energy, education, and culture. Ambassador Stoenescu highlighted Romania’s interest in deepening its economic engagement with Sindh, particularly in industrial manufacturing, textiles, food processing, IT, and renewable energy. He …

News Desk DUBAI: In Dubai’s world of glamour and reinvention, Amaya Dubai stands as one of Downtown’s most coveted dining destinations. Perfectly positioned within The Dubai Mall, with panoramic views of the Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Fountain, Amaya brings together fine dining, art, and ambiance into one seamless experience that captivates both residents and travelers alike. Step into Amaya …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates has invested AED 85 million to install more than 200 biometrics-enabled cameras across Terminal 3, Dubai International (DXB) – allowing more customers to pass through Check-In, Immigration, Boarding Gates, Lounges and board the aircraft, simply by facial recognition, with a quick and easy registration on Emirates app. Eliminating the need to take out a passport and boarding …