flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, inaugurated its operations to Cairo and Poznań on 29 October. The inaugural flights touched down at Sphinx International Airport (SPX) and Poznań Airport (POZ) and were met with a water cannon salute and a warm welcome by airport officials, becoming the first carrier from the UAE to operate direct flights to these airports. With the start …

News Desk DUBAI: Founded in 2022 by Vaibhav Kashyap, Javed Akerbali, and Dr. Anushka Patchava,  Wellx is the region’s first-of-its-kind combined Health and InsurTech platform that focuses on reducing insurance claims from prevention to digital health and care. Through multi-source data ingestion, population health analytics, embedded behavioral science and gamification, Wellx personalizes wellness and health care to drive sustainable behavior …

BeiGene, Ltd. (NASDAQ: BGNE; HKEX: 06160; SSE: 688235), a global biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing innovative medicines worldwide, today announced the first step in the company’s expansion in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region with the formal opening of its office in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Founded in 2010, BeiGene has built one of the largest …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Beautyworld Middle East 2023, the region’s largest beauty and wellness trade fair, opened today at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Running until 1st of November, Beautyworld Middle East offers visitors unrivalled access to nine of the industry’s fastest-growing segments: Fragrance, Cosmetics & Skincare, Hair, Nails and Salon Supplies, Personal Care & Hygiene, Beauty Tech, and Supply …

DUBAI: Air Canada has inaugurated its new four-times weekly non-stop service between Dubai International (DXB) and its hub at Vancouver International Airport (YVR), marking the airline’s first-ever non-stop flight between the two iconic, global destinations and the only non-stop service connecting the Middle East and Western Canada. The new route complements Air Canada’s daily year-round service between Dubai and Toronto. The new service …

SUKKUR: The two-day “Pakistan Literature Festival 2023” with the joint cooperation of Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi and IBA University Sukkur, Sukkur Chapter ended after a lively discussion and suggestions on the science and literature, culture, history and movement of Sindh, in the festival. The people of Sukkur, including well-known writers, poets, singers, university students, participated in large numbers, literary …

News Desk DUBAI: From discovering a different culinary destination every Sunday, to a world of exciting activities including “Little Picasso” painting, “Little Chefs” cooking workshop, or gardening, Swissôtel Al Ghurair invites families to cherish quality time and indulge in its award-winning Brunch. The chefs have curated a special buffet and themed children’s workshops, visiting destinations of Europe, America, Africa, Southeast Asia, the …

By Rafiq Vayani JAKARTA/DUBAI/KARACHI: The Consul General of the Republic of Indonesia, in collaboration with 20 distinguished business delegates from Karachi, Pakistan, has embarked on a vital journey to the 38th Trade Expo Indonesia held from 18th to 22nd October 2023, in Jakarta Indonesia. The 38th Trade expo was inaugurated by the Coordinating Ministry of Economic Affairs of Indonesia, Airlangga …

FUJAIRAH: Fujairah’s Tennis & Country Club recently hosted an exciting and spooktacular event for children in celebration of Halloween. The club, known for its top-notch facilities and family-friendly atmosphere, organised a thrilling kids’ Halloween party that was filled with fun and excitement. The event, which took place at the club’s premises, provided a safe and enjoyable environment for children to …

Consul General of Turkiye His Excellency, Cemal Sangu & Mrs Gulsen Sangu hosted reception to mark the 100th Anniversary of Proclamation of Turkiye at the Turkish Consulate General in Karachi. The event was graced by Justice Maqbool Baqar, Chief Minister of Sindh and Mr Kamran Khan Tessori, Governor Sindh as Chief Guests. Other dignitaries included Brig (R) Harris Nawaz, Home …