Healthcare | Wednesday 12 July, 2017 9:59 am

Saudi Arabia approves physical education program in girls’ schools

 Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Education (MoE) has approved a physical education program at girls’ schools starting in the coming academic year. Education Minister Ahmed Al-Issa issued a decree on Tuesday, under which classes will be gradually implemented starting in the 2017-2018...

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Government | Wednesday 12 July, 2017 9:55 am

HRC makes 857 prison visits

 The Saudi Human Rights Commission (HRC) released its report on the 857 visits it has made to prisons and detention centers across the Kingdom last year. The commission said that the visits checked whether all prisoners and detainees enjoy all their rights guaranteed to them by Islamic law...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 12 July, 2017 9:46 am

Rail authority invites companies to provide passenger, cargo services

The Public Transportation Authority (PTA) has called on international rail service companies and local private sector investment entities to enter into long-term strategic alliances to provide passenger and cargo transport services between Riyadh and Dammam, and for the north route between Riyadh...

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Culture & Education | Wednesday 12 July, 2017 6:11 am

Modhesh World showcases ‘Abjadiyat’ educational app for pre-schoolers

This summer, Modhesh World, one of the most popular indoor edutainment destinations in the region, is inviting families to check out – Abjadiyat – a new educational mobile application for children designed while keeping in mind the specific learning needs of Arab...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 11 July, 2017 4:42 pm

THE RITZ-CARLTON, RIYADH COLLABORATES WITH THE TALENTED WEDDING DESIGNER ABDULRAHMAN ALZEER

                                                Wedding season is here and to ensure the finest...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 11 July, 2017 3:14 pm

Enjoy Pirates Adventures all Summer at Al Majaz Waterfront

In a bid to make the school holidays exciting as never before, one of Sharjah’s favourite summer destinations – Al Majaz Waterfront – is building a Pirates Village for the UAE’s young and adventurous residents. Running from 13 July to 19 August, a full-fledged pirate summer...

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Technology & IT | Tuesday 11 July, 2017 2:52 pm

Huawei launches “Device Collection Points" service across more than 300 branches across the Kingdom

As part of its commitment to provide its customers with the best quality and fastest services, Huawei announced the launch of Huawei Customer Service “Device Collection Points” to collect devices and send them to Huawei's authorized service centers across more than 300 branches...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 11 July, 2017 2:11 pm

Have a refreshingly splashing summer this year at Danat Jebel Dhanna Resort

Splash into summer with a refreshing beachside holiday at Danat Jebel Dhanna Resort in the company of family and friends while availing it’s irresistible summer getaway packages. And even as you unwind yourself from the stress of city life in the elegant ambience of tastefully appointed...

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Cars & Autos | Tuesday 11 July, 2017 1:28 pm

The new Audi A8: future of the luxury class

Today is where the future begins in the luxury class: The new Audi A8 makes its world debut at the Audi Summit in Barcelona. In its fourth generation, the flagship model again provides the benchmark for Vorsprung durch Technik – with a new design language, an innovative touchscreen operating ...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 11 July, 2017 1:18 pm

Emirates Palace wins Best Venue for Big Fat Weddings at the Experiential Venue Awards 2017

Out of a crowded pool of luxurious hotels, Emirates Palace has been named winner in Best Venue for Big Fat Weddings at the Experiential Venue Awards, which took place on July 6 at JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity. Commenting on taking home this esteemed honour, General Manager Holger Schroth said: ...

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