By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Premier Inn Middle East has appointed Jennifer Edwards as its new Operations Excellence Director. Edwards joins the Middle East division from Premier Inn UK, bringing over a decade of experience in operations management and commercial leadership across the UK and Australia. With a proven track record of leading change and delivering results, she will play a …

Landmark initiatives include world-first sustainability showcase, supply of SAF for participating aircraft, sustainability conference and exciting new partnerships Web Desk DUBAI: Dubai Airshow 2025 will inspire a new chapter in sustainable aerospace, uniting the global industry to deliver real-world solutions for a net-zero future. With sustainability a defining theme, this year’s edition aims to accelerate sustainable innovation technologies within aerospace …

ISLAMABAD: Telenor Pakistan, through its innovative digital health platform Tabeeb Online, has partnered with Maroof International Hospital to make healthcare more accessible, affordable, and convenient for people across the country. Through this collaboration, Tabeeb Online users nationwide can now easily book and pay for specialist appointments online, removing the hassle of long queues and wait times. In addition, users will …

A powerful guide to resilience, identity, and self-leadership is now available globally Web Desk DUBAI: YANGA Unplugged, the impactful debut by international business leader and motivational storyteller Premal Patel; was officially launched on October 23 in Dubai at MAMA Shelter, in the presence of VIP guests, media representatives, and close acquaintances. The event marked the global release of the book, …

In a historic and unprecedented gesture, officers of the Pakistan Merchant Navy, accompanied by their families, paid a solemn tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the revered Founder of Pakistan, at the Mazar-e-Quaid. The ceremony marks the first-ever formal tribute by Merchant Navy officers in the country’s maritime history — symbolising the deep connection between Pakistan’s seafarers and the founding …

News Desk DUBAI: ENOC, a leading integrated global energy player, and Amazon UAE today announced a strategic collaboration to explore innovative solutions for customers across the country. As part of a signed memorandum of understanding (MoU), this collaboration marks a significant step in combining ENOC’s extensive retail network with Amazon’s cutting-edge technology spanning delivery speed and innovative shopping experiences such …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Samana Developers, the established and award-winning Dubai based real estate company, has unveiled its latest residential project, SAMANA Hills South 3. This new project is set to deliver 147 high quality units in the rapidly expanding neighbourhood of Dubai South district. It is designed to attract astute international investors seeking a secure asset near one of …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Lebanese fintech Whish Money has secured financial services licenses in Canada, its first major regulatory approval outside the MENA region, signaling the start of a planned global expansion. The company confirmed it is also pursuing licenses in other key markets, including the United States, United Kingdom, the European Union, and Australia. This strategic move sets Whish …

News Desk DUBAI: There’s something new on the grill at Nando’s UAE, and it’s set to turn up the flavour. The brand has unveiled its all-new Saucy Wings, available in two bold flavours, Honey & Soy and Spicy Brown Sugar, bringing a fresh twist and a little extra fun to Nando’s flame-grilled classics. Launching alongside is Bottomless Wing Tuesdays, a new midweek ritual that …

The event will focus on strengthening cooperation among major Asia-Pacific economies By Rafiq Vayani KUALA LUMPUR/ABU DHABI: The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC 2025) Forum will commence tomorrow, Monday, 27 October, in Gyeongju, Republic of Korea, under the overarching theme “Building a Sustainable Tomorrow: Connect, Innovate, Prosper.” he event, which will run until 1 November 2025, will witness the participation of …