By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Yango Ride, a ride-hailing service and part of global tech company Yango Group, marked Eid Al-Fitr by giving back to the partner drivers who keep the city moving. As a gesture of appreciation, Yango doubled all in-app tips made by card between March 30 and April 1, giving drivers in Abu Dhabi and Dubai a well-deserved …

DUBAI: Emirates has joined the Aviation Circularity Consortium (ACC), along with SL Metals, with the aim to unlock the circular economy for aviation. The airline’s participation marks the continued growth of the ACC and reinforces its commitment to accelerate supply chain decarbonisation through high-value circularity, following the Consortium’s milestone launch of its 2050 Industry Roadmap in November 2024. Emirates has embedded recycling …

News Desk DUBAI: A Syrian 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 B of Dubai International Airport. Mr. Maed Hassan, a 64-year-old Syrian national based in Abu Dhabi became a US$1 million winner, in Millennium Millionaire Series 495 …

News Desk KARACHI: The Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia (KJRI) in Karachi marked the joyous occasion of Eid al-Fitr, falling on 1 Syawal 1446 H, by organizing a special gathering for the Indonesian diaspora. Approximately 250 participants, including Indonesian citizens, students, and several foreign nationals married to Indonesians, attended the event which featured Eid prayers followed by a …

News Desk DUBAI: Sofitel Dubai Downtown has announced the promotion of Amelia Mejia-Tagon and Yasmina Laloun to senior leadership positions, reinforcing the hotel’s commitment to advancing gender diversity and fostering the next wave of leadership in hospitality. The appointments come as part of the hotel’s ongoing dedication to developing exceptional female talent, with a focus on breaking down barriers and …

News Desk DUBAI: This week, at the Acropolis Museum in Athens, the Municipality of Santorini presented its new tourism campaign Santorini: The Authentic. Presented at the Museum as part of the event “Santorini 2025: A Year of Promoting and Supporting Authenticity,” Santorini: The Authentic is a modern, comprehensive audiovisual narrative showcasing a side of the Island beyond the filters and edits of social …

By Rafiq Vayani FORT WORTH, Texas: American Airlines, Make-A-Wish and Disney will grant the wishes of children battling critical illnesses in celebration of World Wish Month for the third annual Wish Flight. On April 9, 24 wish families from Arizona will board the Wish Flight and fly from Phoenix to Orlando, Florida, to fulfill their wishes to go to Walt Disney …

News Desk DUBAI: ITA Airways has been granted approval to commence its integration into Star Alliance, following a verdict by the Star Alliance Chief Executive Board, marking its entry into one of the world’s largest airline alliances. TA Airways has officially received approval to start the integration process into Star Alliance following a verdict by the Star Alliance Chief Executive …

News Desk DUBAI: Every moment at Amaya is designed to be special. From indulging in the best breakfast in Dubai to relaxing with premium shisha, savoring a delicious lunch, witnessing a breathtaking sunset, or exploring all-day dining options — Amaya promises an experience that will keep you coming back for more. Discover Amaya and the many reasons why it’s the …

Web Desk ABU DHABI: Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, the capital’s first low-cost carrier, announces the addition of a new non-stop route to Almaty in Kazakhstan from Zayed International Airport. Starting June 3rd, 2025, the new service will operate three times a week every Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday. Schedule to Almaty, effective June 3rd, 2025 (all times local): Flight Departure Time Arrival …