Six others to drive away in luxury vehicles DUBAI: The New Year brought good luck to seven different nationalities when their names were announced at the latest Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire and Finest Surprise draw, held today at Concourse A of Dubai International Airport. Mr. Robert Korbijn, a 43-year-old Dutch national based in Dubai became a US$1 million winner …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates has launched an inspiring journey to officially become the world’s first Autism Certified Airline™, inviting customers with autism and sensory sensitivities to experience Emirates’ seamless services and personalised hospitality, making travel more accessible for all. The inaugural designation is set to be formally awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) in the coming …

DUBAI: Emirates, the Official Main Partner of Real Madrid, has unveiled a special livery on one of its Boeing 777 aircraft. The aircraft touched down in Madrid yesterday, flying the club’s first team players on a specially chartered flight to Jeddah ahead of the Spanish Super Cup tournament taking place from 8 to 12 January. Emirates has been a proud …

Web Desk DUBAI: Global payment solutions provider Checkout.com, has entered a strategic partnership withnoqodi, a payment gateway and financial service provider, to elevate the payment experience for businesses and consumers in the UAE. As part of the collaboration, Checkout.com will integrate its cutting-edge payment technology with noqodi’s robust digital platform, offering seamless and secure payment solutions. The integration will streamline the payment …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: In a dazzling celebration of talent and ambition, Australian Omar Dean, the internationally acclaimed singer and finalist on The X Factor Australia and The Voice Middle East, was officially revealed today as the lead in Once Upon A Time in Dubai, Dubai’s first-ever grand musical. The announcement took place at Instagram Headquarters in Dubai, where the event also marked the …

LONDON: Finastra, a global provider of financial services software applications, today announced a significant leadership transition. After nearly a decade of transformative leadership, Simon Paris will step down from his role as Chief Executive Officer. Chris Walters has joined Finastra and will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer. Chris brings a wealth of experience from senior executive leadership positions, driving innovation …

ISLAMABAD: inDrive, the leading ride-hailing company in Pakistan, recently organized a landmark event to celebrate and honor its top-performing drivers for their dedication and exceptional contributions to the platform. The event marked a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to driver empowerment and support, offering exciting rewards to its most outstanding drivers in Karachi. A total of 251 top-performing drivers …

Web Desk ABU DHABI: e& UAE, the telco arm of global technology leader e&, has announced the launch of its Neo Home plans, offering UAE households faster entry-level speeds of 1Gbps at incredible value, with prices starting at just AED 399 per month. Designed to meet the needs of modern households seeking a faster connection, the new Neo fibre plans …

By Raheel Rao DUBAI: The Tennis Ball Cricket Premier League (TBCPL 10) today announced its inaugural T10 tournament featuring eight franchise teams, scheduled to take place from May 26 to June 5, 2025. The tournament, which will be exclusively broadcast on Sony Sports Network, promises to bring the excitement of tennis ball cricket to millions of viewers globally. The venue …

DUBAI: HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), welcomed HE Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Co-operation and CEO of Expo City Dubai Authority, to discuss ways to strengthen strategic collaboration in clean energy and sustainability. The meeting explored expanding collaboration to broader horizons, leveraging DEWA’s expertise in delivering world-class …