Business & Money | Tuesday 6 December, 2016 12:04 pm

Opening of the Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmad Cultural Centre a milestone in the illustrious company’s history

The SSH-designed, USD 775 million, Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmad Cultural Centre (SJAAC) opened with a performance by legendary tenor singer Andrea Boccelli. The opening ceremony also featured three of the most famous singers in the Middle East, Abdullah Al Rouwaished, Nabil Shoeil and Nawal, in addition...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 6 December, 2016 11:45 am

Twitter: #ThisHappened in 2016 See what people discussed on Twitter

What a year! From news and entertainment to sports and politics, around the world or around the block; it all happened on Twitter. Today, we’re reflecting back on the moments and memories that defined 2016!   Globally, 2016 was the year when CEO and co-founder Jack Dorsey Tweeted...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 6 December, 2016 11:40 am

Sharjah Ladies Club Organises the Annual Members Gathering

Sharjah Ladies Club (SLC) celebrated the Annual Members Meeting with a beach-themed party. Bringing SLC’s members together in a fun-filled evening, the event expressed the management’s deep appreciation to the members for their on-going support and loyalty.   Nouria Mohammed, ...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 6 December, 2016 11:27 am

Gulf International Bank donates in excess of US $ 22,000 to Think Pink Bahrain in support of Breast Cancer Awareness

Gulf International Bank (GIB) today announced a donation of more than US $ 22,000 to Think Pink Bahrain. In observation of the International Breast Cancer Awareness month in October, the bank organised a number of activities to raise funds and increase awareness of the importance of early detection ...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 6 December, 2016 10:42 am

Arab Aviation Summit concludes

Arab Aviation Summit, the most prominent aviation event in Middle East and North Africa (MENA), concluded yesterday as government officials, and senior executives from the civil aviation and tourism industry gathered by the Dead Sea in Jordan to reflect on the past developments and future trends...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 6 December, 2016 10:34 am

DBWC Concludes Three-Part Master Class Workshop Inspiring Powerful Women in Business

The Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC), the official representative organisation for professional business women and entrepreneurs working in Dubai, has concluded a three-part interactive master class journey of self-discovery headed by leadership development coach Omar Ismail, MSc,...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 6 December, 2016 10:31 am

Masdar’s PRT System Functions at 99% Since Launch in 2010

The driverless Masdar Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) system at the carbon neutral Masdar City in Abu Dhabi, UAE, has functioned at over 99% efficiency since it began services 6 years ago! This remarkable achievement is indicative of the system’s quality technology, dynamic safety features and...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 6 December, 2016 10:28 am

Masdar’s PRT System Functions at 99% Since Launch in 2010

The driverless Masdar Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) system at the carbon neutral Masdar City in Abu Dhabi, UAE, has functioned at over 99% efficiency since it began services 6 years ago! This remarkable achievement is indicative of the system’s quality technology, dynamic safety features and...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 6 December, 2016 9:01 am

Global participation banking assets reached US$924 billion in 2015: EY

According to EY’s ‘Banking in emerging markets’ report, the assets of global participation banking (also known as Islamic banking) reached US$924b in 2015, with growth rates declining across all regions compared to previous years. The GCC region’s share of participation...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 6 December, 2016 3:14 am

Jumeirah Golf Estates enhances its personalised services with launch of in-house leasing brokerage and resale services

Jumeirah Golf Estates has today announced the launch of an in-house leasing brokerage and resale services, enabling buyers and leasers to deal directly with the developer as it enhances its personalized service offering.   Expanding its remit from developer and community manager to...

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