AstraZeneca, a prominent pharmaceutical company involved in Covid-19 vaccine production, has announced a global cessation of its vaccine manufacturing operations. The decision stems from what the company describes as an abundance of alternative vaccines tailored to address emerging variants of the virus. This move follows the voluntary withdrawal of its European Union marketing authorization in […]
Dubai: UAE Media Council and Google concluded the first phase of the “Media Leadership Training Programme”. This event took place at Google’s regional headquarters in Dubai Media City, in collaboration with the Google News Initiative and Upskill Digital. Over 50 media leaders, journalists, and content creators from various media organisations and digital platforms were present. […]
Sharjah: In the first quarter of 2024, Sharjah Airport welcomed over 4.2 million passengers and handled 26,473 flights, transporting over 42,000 tons of cargo. This has strengthened its regional standing and improved services for travelers, benefiting tourism and the economy in Sharjah. Ali Salim Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA), highlighted the airport’s […]
Dubai: Liam Findlay, CEO of Miral Destinations, spoke about the significant role of Yas and Saadiyat Islands in boosting Abu Dhabi’s prominence as top tourism spots globally. He highlighted how their goal was to place Yas Island among the world’s top ten tourist destinations, achieved through adding iconic attractions like Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, […]
New York: Many famous people walked the red carpet at the 2024 Met Gala in New York City’s Metropolitan Museum of Art. Some notable Indians were among those who attended the fancy event, which raises money for charity. One celebrity who caught the eye of many is Sudha Reddy, an esteemed Indian socialite and philanthropist, […]
Dubai: Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, serving as President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA), Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, anticipates that Dubai International Airport will surpass 90 million passengers by the year’s end. Addressing media at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai World Trade […]
Dubai: The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, is participating in the Arabian Travel Mart 2024, held in Dubai from May 6th to May 9th, 2024. The event marks a significant step in strengthening India’s presence in the Middle East tourism market. Inaugurated by Satish Kumar Sivan, Consul General of India to Dubai in presence […]
The World Health Organization (WHO) reports a decline in tobacco use across 150 countries. Among these, 56 are progressing towards meeting the global target for reducing tobacco consumption by 2025. This positive trend signifies significant strides in global public health efforts to combat tobacco-related illnesses. Furthermore, the WHO’s Results Report 2023 highlights that an additional […]
Dubai: flydubai is preparing to introduce ten seasonal destinations for its summer schedule, allowing travelers a range of exciting places to explore starting from June 14th. This summer, flydubai is expanding its seasonal network with ten distinct destinations, including Batumi, Corfu, Dubrovnik, Mykonos, Olbia, and Santorini. Additionally, flydubai is introducing its newest seasonal destination, Sochi. […]
Dubai: Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, Chairman of the Emirates Tourism Council, stressed that the tourism sector contributed to the UAE’s economy, registering an 11.7 percent increase in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2023, amounting to AED220 billion. Speaking at the opening day of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024, Al Marri […]
Umm Al Qaiwain: The Department of Tourism and Archaeology in Umm Al Qaiwain has been actively conducting archaeological excavations on Siniya Island for the fourth consecutive season. Collaborating with local and international partners, the department aims to delve deeper into the cultural and archaeological history of the island, contributing to the preservation of its identity. […]
