DUBAI: His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence of the UAE, attended the final day of the joint military exercise “Desert Flag 10” held in the UAE. The large-scale air drill brought together elite air forces from several allied and friendly […]
DUBAI: Emirates is clearly flying high—not just in the skies but also in the bank. After breaking every financial record in the book, the Emirates Group has rewarded its employees with a jaw-dropping 22-week salary bonus. For the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, Emirates Group reported its best-ever financial results. Think numbers that make […]
ABU DHABI: The much-loved Disney brand is finally making its way to the Middle East, with plans unveiled for a brand-new theme park on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The announcement came as The Walt Disney Company joined hands with Miral, the Emirate’s leading destination developer, marking Disney’s first theme park in the region. The Disney […]
DUBAI: Emirates Group has reported a historic profit of AED 22.7 billion (US$ 6.2 billion) for the financial year 2024-25, making it the world’s most profitable aviation group. This marks an 18% increase from the previous year and reflects surging global demand for air travel and logistics. The Group also posted record revenue of AED […]
ABU DHABI: Emirates Nature–WWF is marking 25 years of environmental achievements in the UAE, continuing a legacy inspired by the nation’s founding father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. His belief that nature and humanity are deeply connected remains the organisation’s guiding principle. Established in 2001, Emirates Nature–WWF became the first WWF affiliate in the […]
DUBAI: Pistachio chocolate fever has officially hit new heights. Dubai Duty Free recorded AED28.52 million in pistachio chocolate sales—in just one month, making April its fourth-best month ever for overall sales. The pistachio Kunafa bar, made famous by FIX Dessert Chocolatier founder Sarah Hamouda, has gone viral globally. What began as a pregnancy craving has […]
DUBAI: The 24th edition of the Airport Show 2025 highlighted groundbreaking innovations in aviation technology that aim to fast-track digital transformation in airports. With participation from over 30 countries, the event showcased AI, biometric identity, control systems, and sustainability-focused solutions that redefine airport efficiency, safety, and passenger experience. Key highlight Smiths Detection introduced its Hi-Scan […]
DUBAI: Dubai Municipality has launched the Mushrif Hub inside Mushrif National Park, a vibrant new destination combining sports, leisure, and nature to boost community engagement. The project is part of wider upgrades to public parks under Dubai’s strategy to promote healthy, active lifestyles. At the heart of the Mushrif Hub is a 50km mountain bike […]
DUBAI: Ever dreamed of turning the Burj Khalifa into your personal art project? Now’s your shot — and it comes with a sweet AED100,000 prize. Emaar has launched a jaw-dropping open call for UAE-based artists, designers and creatives to submit a three-minute projection that could light up the world’s tallest tower. From May 6 to […]
ABU DHABI: In a major environmental push, the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat has successfully completed the first phase of its Regreening Our Mosques initiative. This effort saw 10,000 trees planted across mosque courtyards in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra. Launched under the broader Plant the UAE movement, the campaign […]
Under the new policy, a female employee who gives birth to a child with a medical condition or disability requiring constant care will be eligible for fully paid care leave following maternity leave. A new initiative called Care Leave has been approved by His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member […]
