Web Desk ISLAMABAD: In the spirit of the holy month of Ramzan, Careem, the pioneer of ride-hailing services in Pakistan, has partnered with Islamic Relief to support the well-being of orphaned children. Through this initiative, Careem users can opt to donate PKR50 when booking a ride by selecting ‘GO Relief’, with all the proceeds going to Islamic Relief towards providing …

Web Desk DUBAI/HONG KONG: Hong Kong Airlines is pleased to announce the latest development of its network expansion, with the introduction of a new direct service to Sydney, Australia, set to commence on 20 June 2025. This will make Hong Kong Airlines the second Hong Kong based airline to operate this popular route, enhancing convenience for passengers and promoting market competition. The new service will be operated with …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Rove Hotels, Dubai’s beloved homegrown lifestyle hotel brand, has been expanding its footprint since launching its first property in 2016. The brand has now achieved another milestone by being named the official hotel partner for the Dubai Airshow 2025. This landmark partnership brings together two Dubai-born entities, united in their mission to position the city as a …

DUBAI: American Airlines and its partners raised more than $1.2 million to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Foundation at this year’s Celebrity Ski event in Beaver Creek, Colorado. This event has been a significant fundraiser for the Foundation, helping to raise critical funds that directly support their mission. To date, American has raised more than $47 million to the CF Foundation through …

News Desk DUBAI: On 13 and 14 March, Emirates will be celebrating the most colourful festival in the world, wishing customers a happy Holi onboard select flights to India with refreshing Thandai drinks and sweet Holi treats. Emirates’ customers travelling to and from seven destinations in India – Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai, will enjoy the much-loved …

DUBAI: Dubai Airports, the operator of the world’s leading international airport, has been recognised with the 2025 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for its approach to employee engagement. The award highlights organisations that foster some of the most engaged workplace cultures globally. In a fast-changing work environment, Dubai Airports has continued to find new ways to engage and develop its …

  Feb-24 Feb-25 2024 YTD 2025 YTD Passengers 1.4 million 1.6 million 2.9 million 3.3 million Passenger load factor 89% 89% 87% 89% Operating fleet size 89 98     Passenger destinations 69 73               ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has released its traffic statistics for February 2025, …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates has joined forces with Parsys Telemedicine to introduce next generation equipment that will enable customers to receive high-quality, speedy medical care in the air. Emirates has invested more than USD2.4 million in co-designing the new equipment set with Parsys, which will be rolled out to 300 aircraft over the next few years. The groundbreaking ‘telemedicine station’ has advanced …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: It’s known as the world’s most spectacular race day, and one of the UAE’s unmissable annual social occasions, the Dubai World Cup is an explosion of sporting excellence staged against an iconic backdrop. Add in fabulous fashion, endless entertainment, fine dining and a plethora of hospitality options – it is the ultimate day out, with something …

By Rafiq Vayani MUSCAT/DUBAI: Yango Oman, part of the global tech company Yango Group, has partnered with Zumr, a leading fintech platform, to offer its partner drivers access to interest-free, short-term financial assistance across Oman. This new initiative is designed to provide a vital safety net for drivers facing unexpected financial challenges, helping them stay on the road and maintain …