DPA Graffiti, broken windows, crumbling masonry: the former Gare Masséna railway station in south-east Paris boasts none of the French capital’s famous charm. Only the overgrown tracks near the station building and a small blue sign marked “SNCF” — the French national railway — hint at its former use by travellers and trains. The dilapidated building has become an object …

RITIKA SHARMA / EMIRATES BUSINESS For those on lookout for more creativity in fashion shows, for those who dare to think beyond set principles of designing and for those whose want to make fashion ‘inspirational’, Arab Fashion Week 2016 (AFW) was the place to be. From Shakespeare’s shy Juliet to Jane Austin’s endearing Elizabeth, from futuristic architecture to earthy colours …

ALKESH SHARMA / EMIRATES BUSINESS Elusive vacuum of dependable tools to cultivate digital presence in the UAE’s corporate ecosystem actually led to the birth of aiwa.ae. Taking giant strides in the competitive business domain of this region, aiwa.ae has carved its own niche in less than a year, since its inception in 2015. It is offering customised as well as …