Business & Money | Wednesday 27 January, 2016 3:35 am

Number of Saudis in private sector doubled in 4 years — Al-Haqbani

The number of Saudis working in the private sector jumped more than double to 1.7 million by the end of 2015 from around 700,000 at the end of 2011, according to Minister of Labor Mufrej Al-Haqbani. Addressing the Shoura Council on Tuesday, Al-Haqbani said the number of Saudi women in the...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 27 January, 2016 2:30 am

Automechanika Jeddah makes a big splash on debut

Featuring 184 exhibitors from as many as 26 countries and Country Pavilions from the likes of Turkey, Taiwan, China and India, the inaugural edition of Automechanika Jeddah, got off to an impressive start in the Red Sea port city and commercial hub.   The Saudi Arabian debut of the...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 27 January, 2016 2:16 am

Huawei to Address Crucial Role of Technology in Public Safety

Huawei – a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider – is set to address how public and private sectors can leverage the latest technology to provide more effective public safety services for citizens. These discussions are taking center stage at...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 27 January, 2016 1:43 am

The Fabric of Ford: Through Scratches, Snags and Splashes, Ford’s Materials are Ready for the Long Haul

Throughout a vehicle’s lifetime, it’s inevitable that the materials inside a car show signs of wear and tear. Imagine the frequent sitting on car seats, leaning on arm rests, gripping the steering wheel and fiddling with the instruments. So what does Ford do to help make sure all...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 27 January, 2016 1:20 am

Hilton Worldwide Changes the Game with a Revolutionary New Midscale Brand

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) today unveiled Tru by Hilton, a brand that is simplified, spirited and grounded in value, filling a massive void in the midscale category in the U.S. and Canada. Built from a belief that being cost conscious and having a great stay don’t have to be mutually...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 27 January, 2016 12:33 am

Smarter budgets to suit current trends urged

The world should become smarter in financing and preserving budgets of governments and companies budgets amid the lowering trend of oil prices, says a top corporate head. What also needs to focus on is in developing of skills to control energy assets through immediate solutions that consider...

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Beauty & Style | Tuesday 26 January, 2016 5:11 pm

Max celebrates Spring 2016 Collection Launch and Fashion For Real Campaign #bereal

MAX, the largest value fashion brand in the region showcased its well-received Spring 2016 collection at a spectacular fashion show that took place on January 25th, 2016 at the Westin Hotel. The event included a fashion show, and several activations, including an accessories booth, live LED screens ...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 26 January, 2016 3:40 pm

Global financial communications and investor relations firm launches in Saudi Arabia

H+K Financial, the specialist financial communications and investor relations advisory firm, has launched in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to help businesses navigate the turbulent capital markets and the greater demand for rigorous corporate governance and transparency. The launch event hosted by ...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 26 January, 2016 3:09 pm

WCU: Selling fatigue and Draghi save the day for oil

Crude oil touched a new multi-year low at the beginning the week as it was weighed down by the removal of the Iran sanctions and the "drowning in oil" comment from the IEA. The bounce – when it came courtesy of European Central Bank chief Mario Draghi's continued focus on...

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Beauty & Style | Tuesday 26 January, 2016 3:03 pm

360 MALL launches the second Mamas & Papas store in Kuwait

360 MALL, Kuwait’s iconic shopping mall owned by Tamdeen Shopping Centers, has announced the opening of Mamas & Papas, UK’s number one designer nursery brand. This is the second Mamas & Papas outlet to open in the country. Located on the Mezzanine floor and spanning across...

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