DUBAI / WAM Expo City Dubai has launched the first phase of Expo Valley and Expo Central – its new residential developments that build on the exceptional standards of Expo 2020 Dubai to redefine urban living within a smart, sustainable, people-centric city of the future. An integral part of the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, the clean, green, integrated communities …

ABU DHABI / WAM The UAE on Tuesday announced the formation of the Manara Centre, the regional centre for coexistence. Based in Abu Dhabi and named after the Arabic word that means “source of light”, the centre will support core UAE values and initiatives, such as the Year of Tolerance and the Abrahamic Family House. The Manara Centre was established …

BLOOMBERG Prada SpA sales jumped as the Italian fashion group benefited from a strong appetite for its brushed leather loafers and slingback pumps. Net revenue in 2022 rose to €4.2 billion ($4.44 billion), up 21% at constant exchange rates, the group said in a statement. Analysts had expected revenue of €4.01 billion. Demand in Europe was particularly strong. Adjusted earnings …