Government | Friday 23 October, 2015 3:47 am

SR3,000 fine for every delayed salary

Employers who delay the salaries of their Saudi and expatriate employees, or who fail to pay contracted amounts, will be fined SR3,000 for every offense, the Ministry of Labor has announced.  The fines will be implemented if the ministry's Wage Protection System (WPS) indicates a delay...

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Government | Friday 23 October, 2015 3:41 am

Royal call for Istisqa prayer

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman has urged people to perform Istisqa (rain-seeking) prayer next Thursday, the Royal Court said in a statement. The statement said that in keeping with the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), the king issued the appeal, calling on all to...

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Cars & Autos | Friday 23 October, 2015 3:34 am

Al Jomaih unveiled 2016 Cadillac Escalade Platinum at EXCS Motor Show Riyadh

Al Jomaih Automotive Company (AAC), the largest dealer for General Motors in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East, unveiled the new 2016 Cadillac Escalade Platinum vehicle at the ninth edition of EXCS International Luxury Motor Show 2015, held on Oct. 20-22 in the Kingdom Hall at the Four Seasons Hotel ...

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Cars & Autos | Friday 23 October, 2015 3:25 am

Al Ghassan Motors unveils Bentley Bentayga

Bentley Motors has announced full details of its pinnacle, sector-defining new model, the Bentayga.   The Bentley Bentayga combines unparalleled luxury with effortless performance and everyday usability.   With an all-new W12 powertrain, the Bentayga is the fastest, most...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 23 October, 2015 3:21 am

TARFEEH FAKIEH SUPPORTS THE FIRST ENVIRONMENTAL EVENT FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN

As part of its efforts to sensitize society to the importance of preserving the environment, Fakieh Leisure and Entertainment Group – Tarfeeh Fakieh, is participating in the first environmental workshops for women and children, an event organized by the Saudi Environmental Society under the...

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Technology & IT | Friday 23 October, 2015 2:37 am

Microsoft and Pacific Controls announce the delivery of Galaxy 2021, Smart City Platform, on Microsoft Azure

Pacific Control Systems (PCS), a leading global IoT services provider, and Microsoft have announced the availability of Pacific Controls’ Galaxy 2021, the state-of-the-art Enterprise City Management software platform, on Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure.  Galaxy 2021 is a dynamic...

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Business & Money | Thursday 22 October, 2015 6:55 pm

FEEDBAAC.COM LAUNCHED IN UAE

TO PROVIDE EXPERT AND REAL USER OPINIONS ON PRODUCTS, MOVIES AND STORES Feedbaac.com, a 360 degree product information platform, which helps consumers make informed buying decisions, was launched in UAE today. Positioned as a complete destination for smart consumers, it provides users with...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 22 October, 2015 6:29 pm

Centro Capital Centre Organized a breast cancer Awareness session

Centro Capital Centre, in collaboration with Burjeel Hospital, has organized an educational awareness session about Breast Cancer and its early detection. The session is part of the hotel’s ongoing efforts and commitment to their colleague’s health and overall wellbeing. Breast...

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Business & Money | Thursday 22 October, 2015 5:08 pm

Lasvit Unveils the Future of Kinetic Glass Installations at Downtown Design

Czech-based Lasvit, a manufacturer of unique works of glass, including bespoke lighting installations, glass artworks, and award-winning collections, will unveil a regional exclusive ‘Supernova’ kinetic lighting sculpture at this year’s Downtown Design Fair, taking place ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 22 October, 2015 5:06 pm

OPENING OF THE NILE RITZ-CARLTON, CAIRO MARKS A NEW ERA FOR THE MAJESTIC PROPERTY

The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo, the iconic luxury hotel on the shores of the Nile, opened its doors to a new wave of global travelers to the historic city today. The landmark property, which reopened under the stewardship of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., will offer leisure and business...

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