DUBAI: The opening night of the 2019 Dubai World Cup Carnival at Meydan featured the 1200m Dubawi Stakes and 1800m Singspiel Stakes—both Group 3 and worth $200,000—with each providing thrilling stretch runs and popular victories. The evening also featured three wide-open, lucrative handicaps on turf and the UAE 1000 Guineas Trial for newly turned 3-year-old fillies. Recap: DUBAWI STAKES (Group …

DUBAI: Al Bustan Centre & Residence, the popular hotel-apartment among tourists and businessmen in the heart of Dubai, in association with the Nexus Group recently organised a financial literacy seminar, aimed at raising awareness among employees about the best methodologies of future planning. Facilitated by Jay Tolentino, an authorized consultant from Nexus Group, the seminar focused on how to leverage …

KARACHI: Pakistan Beauty Alliance (PBA) Share and Care session concluded here successfully at Mona J Salon and Spa recently. The event saw beauty experts come together on a common platform to share their work and techniques with other fellow beauticians. It may be noted PBA is an association headed by Mona J, that has around 500 salons as members which …

BANGKOK: Following the weather warning announcement issued by Thai Meteorological Department on tropical storm Pabuk heading towards the Gulf of Thailand and southern provinces of Thailand during 3 – 5 January 2019, THAI is closely monitoring the weather situation and will make public announcement as soon as there is any impact on flight schedule of Bangkok – Krabi and Bangkok …

KARACHI: Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi is going to stage its first production “Nach Na Jane” with the coordination of KopyKats production from March 1,  2019  at Arts Council of Pakistan. The primer of the play held at Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi on Thursday, 3 January. The play is written by famous satirist & humorist Anwar Maqsood and it is the …

DUBAI: Anyone with internet access can ‘build’ their dream car using McLaren’s advanced online 2D configurator, which now features the new McLaren 720S Spider. The digital system can be accessed without restrictions or password, allowing customers and brand enthusiasts to view and specify current McLaren Sports Series and Super Series models. Visitors to McLaren retailers additionally have the option to …

DUBAI: The Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing of Dubai (Dubai Tourism) is rolling out a set of initiatives to deliver end-to-end “Only in Dubai” experiences to ensure tourists enjoy an unforgettable stay in the emirate and encourage repeat visitation as part of efforts to further strengthen and sustain the city’s world-class propositions. One of the key pillars of Dubai’s …

DUBAI: The New Year began on a high note for Dubai Duty Free (DDF) with the operation announcing annual sales for 2018 of Dhs7.356 billion (US$2.015 billion), representing a 4.31% increase over the previous year. It was clear that a remarkable year was coming to a close in December when the retailer crossed the Dhs7.3 billion or US$2 billion milestone on 29thDecember.  The …

DUBAI: Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has announced the return of My Emirates Pass, an exclusive seasonal pass that turns an Emirates boarding pass into an exclusive membership package, allowing customers to take advantage of fantastic discounts and benefits in over 500 locations across the UAE.  Emirates’ customers now have more reasons to start off the New Year and …

MANSEHRA: The Chairman of the PSO CSR Trust, Mr. Yacoob Suttar, inaugurated the PSO Block at the Kaghan Memorial School, District Mansehra, KPK, which was built with financial support of Rs. 10 million provided by Pakistan State Oil. Saleh Muhammad, Member National Assembly from Mansehra District, Khurram Khan, Managing Trustee of the Kaghan Memorial Trust, teachers, students, their parents and …