By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: The North Caucasus Federal District, Russia, has been focusing on the Middle East and the UAE in particular to strengthen bilateral ties. The district has systematically created opportunities to showcase its cultural ties and is once again exploring the country with several key objectives. These include understanding how Dubai and the UAE have paved the way …

News Desk DUBAI: Recycling, retrofitting offices and cutting water consumption are among the most effective green building best practices adopted bya growing number of companies in the UAE. These practices were shared by leading UAE companies at a recent seminar organised by the Dubai Chamber Sustainability Network’s task force on green buildings. Held at Dubai Chamber’s premises, the seminar featured …

DUBAI:  In celebration of Diwali, Emirates will be offering customers a variety of special treats that are synonymous with the festival of lights. During the Diwali festive period from 25 to 31 October, the airline will serve a colourful and aromatic array of traditional sweets on all flights to and from India, and savoury meals in selected airport lounges worldwide. …

KARACHI Dolmen Mall along with top beauty professionals is all set to take over Karachi this October with their banner campaign ‘BeYOUtiful This Fall’. From 18 – 22 October at Dolmen Mall Clifton and 25 – 27 October at Dolmen Mall Tariq Road, a backdrop of inspiring showcases, emerging beauty trends, and the latest in skin care is set to …

MANAMA: Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, proudly received today its seventh Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at Bahrain International Airport in its special 70th anniversary livery which showcases the airline’s iconic vintage design from the last century with a revamped look. A number of VIP guests from the aviation industry and members of the media joined Gulf Air’s …

ABU DHABI: GE Power has enhanced the operational efficiency and performance of ADNOC Refining’s Ruwais General Utilities Plant with the implementation of its MXL2 upgrade solution on two GE 13E2 gas turbines. The technology upgrade has increased the total output of the turbines by up to 23 megawatts (MW) using the same amount of fuel. It has also enhanced the availability …

KARACHI: Mush Panjwani, Founder and Chief Happiness Officer, Coffee Wagera (CW) has connected with his customers with the same passion with which he nurtures the talent of his employees. CW, which is running successfully in Karachi’s Badar Commercial, DHA and at Maskan, Gulshan, is aspiring to expand into new areas of Karachi and across Pakistan. To appreciate the efforts of …

DUBAI: Education For Employment (EFE) and the Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) Human Resources Department have delivered work readiness training to 24 Emirati youth as part of the Pathways to Progress programme in partnership with Citi Foundation. The 50-hour training that took place in Ras Al Khaimah was designed to equip the young Emiratis with communication, customer service, personal development and …

DUBAI: The entertainment icon, Olivia Newton-John, was honoured with the ‘Wellness Pioneer Award’ at the World Spa Awards 2019 in Dubai, UAE. The Australian singer-songwriter, who is co-owner of Gaia Retreat & Spa in Byron Bay, took top honours at the gala ceremony for her outstanding contribution to the wellness industry and serving as a leading voice for complementary therapies. The red-carpet …

KARACHI: Dettol, one of the leading germ protection brands in the country, has launched a newrange of personal wash products for the winter season, Dettol Soothe. The products in this range are equipped with 2X moisturizers,powered by Aloe Vera extracts and Green Apple fragrance, ensuring a perfect bath and body solution for this dry season. With the launch of thisrange, …