Kuala Lampur – Unvaccinated employees have until November 1 to complete their vaccinations. By AFP Posted: Thu, Sep 30, 2021, 11:09 AM Malaysia said Thursday that it would now be mandatory for all federal government employees to be vaccinated against Covid-19, with exceptions allowed only for health reasons. The announcement …

“Hey, Disney! Could become a familiar sound in homes and Walt Disney World Resorts around the world next year, thanks to a new voice assistant from Amazon powered by Alexa. The tech company has partnered with Disney to launch the first Alexa Personalized Assistant for Amazon Echo devices. Launched in …

Commenting on the signing, HE Major General Aqab Shahin Aqab Alali, said, “As a long-time partner of ADSG, their commitment to achieving a sustainable knowledge economy is truly inspiring and we are delighted to be a part of their considerable efforts. We look forward to offering our expertise and resources …

Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Deputy Governor of Sharjah and Head of the Sharjah Media Office, delivered his opening speech at the 10th International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) at the Sharjah Exhibition Center on Sunday. Image Credit: Sajila Saseendran / Gulf News Sharjah: Government communications should aim to improve …

Dubai has undoubtedly weathered the global pandemic shock wave thanks to national teamwork. Dubai – The IMF raised the UAE’s growth forecast to 3.1% for 2021 in its latest World Economic Outlook, from 1.3% forecast in October 2020. Posted: Sun Sep 26, 2021, 11:05 PM Last update: Sun Sep 26, …

AFP Ciudad Acuna – Around 2,000 people transported to Haiti on 17 deportation flights By AFP Posted: Sat, Sep 25, 2021, 3:30 PM Last update: Sat, Sep 25, 2021, 3:43 PM Almost all of the mostly Haitian migrants who had gathered on both sides of the US-Mexico border left their …

New York – Modi enjoys great popularity among the Indian diaspora in the United States, which constitutes about 1.2% of the country’s population By ANI Posted: Sat 25 Sep 2021, 8:46 AM Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted a large number of American Indians, who gathered to meet him outside his …

A man walks past graffiti of a Frankenstein wearing a protective mask on a door amid the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic, in Galway, Ireland. – Reuters file Dublin – The Department of Health said that in the past six months nearly 10,300 people have gone through mandatory hotel quarantine …

A family in Croatia has opened a “bee hotel” offering productive hives for sale to customers who want to keep bees but lack the time or space to care for the tiny pollinators themselves. Domagoj Balja says the company responds to the growing curiosity of buyers for its honey, as …

Beekeeper and owner Domagoj Balja inspects honey from the beehives of “Bee hotel with five stars” in Garesnica, Croatia. Garesnica, Croatia – A family offers people who want to have their own homemade honey a three-year contract worth 2,500 kuna ($ 391.32) By Reuters Posted: Fri, Sep 24, 2021, 3:48 …

AMMAN – Recent actions by the Ministry of Tourism and Visit Jordan have resulted in an increase in the number of daily visitors to Petra, said the head of the Petra Hotel Association Tariq Tweisi. The measures included linking Petra with the majority of trips scheduled and planned by the …

Dubai- Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchise company by number of properties with approximately 9,000 hotels in nearly 95 countries, further expands its international footprint with the opening of the all-new 131-room Days Hotel by Wyndham Dubai Deira , his first property in the UAE under the …

Kabul – Mujahid said it included members of ethnic minorities, and women could be added later. By AP Posted: Tue, Sep 21, 2021, 11:12 AM The Taliban announced a list of deputy ministers on Tuesday, without naming any women, despite an international outcry when they introduced their all-male cabinet ministers …

Toronto – Canadians gave Prime Minister Trudeau’s Liberal Party a victory in the legislative election. By AP Posted: Tue, Sep 21, 2021, 7:03 AM Last update: Tue Sep 21, 2021, 9:58 AM Canadians gave Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberal Party a victory in Monday’s legislative election, but its bid to …

Image retrieved from @ SMQureshiPTI / Twitter While calling for engagement with the Taliban, Shah Mahmood Qureshi appeared to share the American position that it was premature to establish formal ties. By AP, AFP Posted: Tue, Sep 21, 2021, 7:18 PM Pakistani foreign minister said the new Afghan Taliban leadership …

Dubai: A man who got angry over an argument over lunch with his wife at a hotel in Dubai ended up breaking the elevator button panel. According to Dubai Police, the couple were having lunch at a hotel restaurant when an argument broke out between the duo. The couple then …

File photo: Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed. Image Credit: WAM Dubai: UAE leaders congratulated the Saudi leadership and people on the Kingdom’s 91st National Day, celebrated annually on September 23, in expression of the strong brotherly ties and historic ties that unite the two nations. His …

In this file photo taken on October 2, 2020, “Hotel Rwanda” hero Paul Rusesabagina arrives at Nyarugenge Court of Justice in Kigali, Rwanda, surrounded by guards from the Rwanda Correctional Service (RCS). Image credit: AFP KIGALI: Paul Rusesabagina, the hero of “Hotel Rwanda” turned government critic, was sentenced Monday to …

Launch of Business Banking App Underlines EDB’s Commitment to Creating a Digital Ecosystem for SMBs to Connect and Play, Anywhere in the UAE Dubai – As part of EDB’s strategy, it will also facilitate an investment arm for startups and SMEs as well as business advisory services such as coaching, …

In the past 24 hours, the state has reported just 17 new cases out of 182,742 samples tested The government of Uttar Pradesh said on Monday that there were no active cases of Covid-19 in 31 districts of the state. According to the data, these 31 districts are: Aligarh, Amroha, …

Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Cabinet Member and Minister of Economy and Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, met with the UAE-U.S. Business Council in Washington, DC, during the visit of the high-level delegation of the United Arab Emirates to the United States. The …

Companies and individuals authorized in economic zones under the authority are exempt from all taxes for 50 years. A new economic zone authority will be established in Dubai, on the basis of a law promulgated on Monday by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, vice president and prime …

The fifth edition of the Edge of Government initiative led by MBRCGI aims to transport visitors to the forefront of modern thought in 15-minute interactive and non-contact educational experiences, guided by simple hand gestures. Image Credit: Provided Dubai: The Mohammed Bin Rashid Center for Government Innovation (MBRCGI) has launched a …

Reuters Kabul – Fate of diplomatic missions remains uncertain, four refuse to answer questions on activities By ANI Posted: Sun Sep 19, 2021, 08:49 AM A month after the fall of the Republic of Afghanistan on August 15, the fate of the Afghan embassies is unclear and some have even …

Image Credit: Provided Image Credit: Provided Abu Dhabi: The UAE is expected to host five major regional and international events, including Expo 2020 Dubai, over the next 10 days. The busy schedule of major events reflects the world’s confidence in the UAE’s efforts and success in containing the global COVID-19 …

Domestic tourism accounted for 30 percent of the total number of guests at these hotels. The UAE tourism sector recorded an occupancy rate of 62% in the first half of 2021, surpassing 10 other major global tourism destinations including China (54%), United States of America (45% ), Mexico (38%), the …

The Gargash Group, a conglomerate of United Arab Emirates companies with an interest in automobiles, real estate and investments, announced on Sunday the acquisition of Deem Finance, a leading consumer finance company. The Gargash Group, which has had a strong presence in the non-bank financial services industry for 23 years …

Prime Minister Imran Khan took the lead after meetings with leaders of Afghanistan’s neighboring countries The Pakistani prime minister said he “entered into a dialogue” with the Taliban to urge them to form an inclusive government that would guarantee peace and stability not only in Afghanistan but also in the …

Dubai – The “Time is Now” contest will run until October 1. By the KT team Posted: Fri, Sep 17, 2021, 2:14 PM Last update: Fri, Sep 17, 2021, 3:44 PM A brand new contest offers Abu Dhabi residents the chance to win flights and accommodation for their friends and …

The “Time is Now” contest will run until October 1st. A brand new contest offers Abu Dhabi residents the chance to win flights and accommodation for their friends and family to visit in the capital. Launched by the Abu Dhabi Ministry of Culture and Tourism (DCT Abu Dhabi), the competition …

Photo by Ryan Lim Dubai – Awareness campaigns have been launched to ensure workers are protected against heat exhaustion and Covid-19. Posted: Wed, Sep 15, 2021, 6:06 PM As UAE workers resumed their regular working hours today, they took the opportunity to thank the government for their annual “lifeline”. The …

Photo file Dubai – Passengers from India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and other regulated countries can leave the airport if the transit time is more than 10 hours By Web Report Posted: Wed, Sep 15, 2021, 2:31 AM Dubai’s flagship airline Emirates has introduced a new service for passengers passing through …

The award received 403 submissions for its eighth edition. Forty-six ministries, media houses and influencers from the United Arab Emirates are shortlisted for the 14 categories of the Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA). The winners will be announced at the closing ceremony of the 10th International Government Communication Forum (IGCF), …

Passengers from India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and other regulated countries can leave the airport if the transit time is more than 10 hours Dubai’s flagship airline Emirates has introduced a new service for passengers passing through Dubai Airport who have to wait longer to catch their flight on their onward …

MDC Business Management Services (MDC BMS), a Mubadala Group company, and Enova have announced a partnership to drive new levels of innovative facilities management solutions in Abu Dhabi. MDC BMS is a multi-functional shared services company supporting key business management operations for UAE customers. Enova, the market leader in energy …

Initiatives under Nafis are also likely to encourage Emiratis to work in sectors that may not have attracted them before. Ten percent is the five-year Emiratization target set by private sector companies, as the UAE today announced a series of plans to increase the Emiratis’ share of the private sector. …

Delhi Capitals Rishabh Pant is about to join the team in Dubai. – AFP Dubai – Besides him, DC has Ajinkya Rahane, Ishant Sharma, Prithvi Shaw, Umesh Yadav and Axar Patel who will also join the DC camp from Manchester By ANI Posted: Sat, 11 Sep 2021, 4:10 PM Delhi …

Ajman: His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, member of the Supreme Council and sovereign of Ajman, on Saturday issued an UAE decree establishing the Department of Hospitality and Protocol in Ajman. The decree, which included 15 articles, stipulated that a government department, named the Department of Reception and …

A new Lebanese government will be announced on Friday, the prime minister designate said, after a year of political fighting that has exacerbated the country’s devastating economic collapse. Prime Minister-designate Najib Mikati told Lebanon 24 news outlet that he was due to visit President Michel Aoun later on Friday and …

Vienna: Saqr Ghobash, President of the Federal National Council (FNC), said today that the UAE was among the first countries in the Middle East to draft a law to combat cybercrime in 2006, noting that several changes have since been brought into law in light of the rapid international development …

A new Taliban interim government drawn exclusively from loyalist ranks officially began work on Wednesday, with established extremists in all key positions and no women – despite previous promises to form an inclusive administration for all Afghans. As they transition from militant force to power to power, the Taliban are …

Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) downgraded Pakistan to a frontier market on Wednesday due to the low liquidity of the main scripts included in the emerging markets index. This is the second time that the index provider has downgraded Pakistan to a frontier market after being awarded emerging market status …

Patmore has worked at the hotel for five years. Nicholas Patmore has been promoted to Hotel Manager at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai. Patmore worked at the property for five years. He joined the hotel, one of the tallest five-star hotels in the world, in 2016 as F&B manager. …

Safir Hotels & Resorts (SHR) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Empire State Developments to manage and operate hotel rooms and suites within the El Centro Business Complex project in the new administrative capital of Cairo. The contract was signed by Eng Mahmoud ElSarrag, Chairman of the Board of …

Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) announces the launch of an executive program, designed to help the UAE’s government and business elite unleash the potential of artificial intelligence. Image Credit: Abu Dhabi: The Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has launched an executive program, designed to …

The Taliban announced key acting ministerial positions on Tuesday. Here are some facts about the main dates: mullah Mohammad Hasan Akhund, Acting Prime Minister Akhund is the longtime head of the Taliban’s powerful decision-making body, Rehbari Shura, or governing council. He was first Minister of Foreign Affairs, then Deputy Prime …

The takeover was condemned by international powers, pressuring military leaders to come up with a plan beyond overthrowing the old order. Leaders of a military coup in Guinea on Monday promised to put in place a transitional government of national unity after ousting President Alpha Condé and dissolving his cabinet. …

Prashant Aripirala Head Chef, McGettigan’s Ajman With over 22 years of experience in the culinary world, McGettigan’s Ajman Executive Chef, Prashant Aripirala, has risen through the ranks of the UAE’s F&B scene over the past 12 years, with stays at Swissotel, ELR, SoHo Bar & Grill, Burger & Lobster. , …

Prashant Aripirala Chef, McGettigan’s Ajman With over 22 years of experience in the culinary world, McGettigan’s Executive Chef Ajman, Prashant Aripirala, has risen through the ranks of the UAE’s F&B scene over the past 12 years, with stints at Swissotel, ELR, SoHo Bar & Grill, Burger & Lobster. , and …

Fighters of the so-called National Resistance Front stockpile a large arsenal in the valley New fighting was reported on Saturday between the Taliban and resistance forces in Afghanistan’s Panjshir Valley, even as tough militias finalize a new government that will set the tone for their regime. Faced with the challenge …

Fears grow over digital paper trail left by former officials and their international partners Google has temporarily locked down an unknown number of Afghan government email accounts, according to a person familiar with the matter, as fears grow over the digital paper trail left by former officials and their international …

Dubai – 55,000 customers took part in the survey to assess the digital and smart services of 30 government agencies. By Web Report Posted: Fri, Sep 3, 2021, 2:44 PM Last update: Fri, Sep 3, 2021, 6:06 PM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime …

Polka Dot Travel director Mark Johnson admitted that the summer of 2021 had been “hit and miss” despite “better levels” of bookings in August. “The last quarter of 2021 promises to be relatively strong. It is mainly towards the Canaries – Tenerife, Lanzarote and Gran Canaria. I would like to …

A new Five hotel is expected to open in the United Arab Emirates. Five Beach, which was previously under construction as Corinthia in the Jumeirah Beach Residence in Dubai, was acquired by Five and subsequently renamed. It is slated to open in 2023, featuring 227 suites, 102 serviced residences, seven …

Nasdaq and ADX Sign New Marketplace Technology Agreement; Single equity and index futures will provide investors with hedging tools The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) plans to launch single stock and index futures on its new derivatives market in the fourth quarter of this year, the Abu Dhabi government media …