ABU DHABI: Effective 1 August, all travellers flying Etihad Airways from around the world to Abu Dhabi, and those transferring via Abu Dhabi onto other flights, will be required to show a negative Covid-19 PCR test result from a list of approved testing facilities listed on www.etihad.com/destinationguide, alongside their ICA approval if Abu Dhabi is their end destination. The PCR …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates today rolled out a brand new, state-of-the-art online gateway to serve its travel trade partners around the world. Tailored for each market, and personalised for each partner to cater to their unique business environment and needs, the Emirates Partners Portal is a one-stop shop for travel industry partners to quickly and securely access the full range …

DUBAI: Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has set up a digital platform using Big Data, to detect any lack of compliance with the physical distancing between riders of public buses in Dubai and take enforcement measures accordingly. The move is part of RTA’s continued efforts to enhance the implementation of precautionary measures taken to curb the spread of Covid-19. “This …

DUBAI: Businesses in Dubai investing in corporate social responsibility were able to respond more effectively to new challenges created by the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a new study from Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Centre for Responsible Business. The study, conducted in May and June 2020, revealed that the Dubai businesses community quickly responded during the early stages of …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates customers can travel with confidence, as the airline will cover medical expenses of up to EUR 150,000 and quarantine costs of EUR 100 per day for 14 days, should they be diagnosed with COVID-19 during their travel, while they are away from home. This cover is provided by the airline, free of cost to its customers. …

JORDAN: Arab Bank Group reported net income after tax of $ 152.1 million for the first half of 2020 as compared to $453.2 million for the prior period, recording a drop of 66%. The fall in the profits is attributable to the build up of higher provisions, driven by current and forecasted economic conditions, and reflect the deterioration in the macro-economic …

KARACHI: Beijing Language and Culture University will collaborate with Iqra University to initiate joint academic programs in language, culture, research and business studies. Both universities will also partner in offering the Global MBA program. This collaboration will play a pivotal role in promoting the vision outlined by CPEC and the Belt and Road Initiative. The said alliance will foster an …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates is offering UAE nationals and residents a chance to plan a quick escape this summer to the idyllic islands of the Maldives. Book now and enjoy an unforgettable holiday at some of the world’s most pristine beaches. With the gradual re-opening of borders, travel restrictions in Maldives have eased and passengers visiting the island nation will …

News Desk DUBAI: Domus Group, organizers of the Dubai HeliShow, the biennial international helicopter technology and operations exhibition dedicated to the helicopter industry, has announced the new dates of the event to January 19-21, 2021 which was originally to take place in November 2020. To be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President …

The eMagine is committed in making the technology accessible to all. As Huda Garib the CEO of company states “We believe in providing value based and innovative learning experiences for all.” The latest offering is a new and unique set of learning specially designed to fill the needs of Early Year learners who fall within the category of (5 to …