Technology & IT | Wednesday 22 July, 2015 1:09 am

How #Ramadan unfolded on Twitter with over 8.4 billion impressions of Tweets

This weekend over 1.6 billion people across the world celebrated Eid al Fitr and the end of Ramadan. Throughout the month, Twitter provided a unique platform for people across the world to come together and celebrate...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 22 July, 2015 1:07 am

H.E. the Prime Minister endorses MEED’s Qatar Transport Forum 2015

Under the esteemed patronage of H.E. Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, the Ministry of Transport will host the Qatar Transport Forum 2015 at Sheraton Doha on 15-16 September 2015. The forum will highlight plans, initiatives and projects such...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 22 July, 2015 12:59 am

Oliver Wyman Report Quantifies the Impact of Delivering Excellence on Corporate Banking Return on Equity

Financial burdens from new regulation and digitalization are widely considered to be the biggest threats to banking business models. According to a new Oliver Wyman report, Delivering Excellence in Corporate Banking, the corporate banking segment currently faces a lower level of...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 22 July, 2015 12:49 am

Oman Air Expands Omani Pilot Recruitment Programme

Following a huge response to its current recruitment drive, Oman Air is expanding opportunities for Omani nationals to become pilots with the airline. The national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman is now accepting applications from graduates with no prior flight training, as well as those who...

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Beauty & Style | Tuesday 21 July, 2015 4:55 pm

Enliven your skin with Himalaya Herbals’ oil control lemon face wash

The most satisfying part of a beauty routine is a good cleansing face wash, whether at the start of the day or at the end of a long day- a face wash helps cleanse the face and replenish the skin. Himalaya Herbals,  UAE’s No.1 Facewash Brand* introduces a perfect blend of active...

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Beauty & Style | Tuesday 21 July, 2015 4:51 pm

Western Furniture adds Flou to its luxurious line of furniture brands

Western Furniture LLC, the premier retailer of upscale home furniture in the UAE, welcomes Flou, the revolutionary ‘bedroom specialist’, to its exclusive line of furniture brands promising clients the luxurious experience of ultimate bedroom innovation and presenting a new ‘sleep...

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Environment & Energy | Tuesday 21 July, 2015 4:43 pm

Erin Energy Commences 3D Seismic Acquisition Offshore the Gambia

Erin Energy Corporation (“Erin Energy” or the “Company”) (NYSE MKT:ERN) through its subsidiary Camac Energy Gambia Limited, has commenced the shooting of a 3D seismic survey off the coast of The Gambia. Polarcus Ltd. has been contracted by the Company to carry out the survey ...

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Technology & IT | Tuesday 21 July, 2015 4:18 pm

Panasonic introduces 20.3-Megapixel LUMIX DMC-GX8 with Dual I.S. (Image Stabilizer)

Panasonic Marketing Middle East and Africa (PMMAF) has introduced the new LUMIX G Digital Single Lens Mirrorless Camera DMC-GX8 featuring a host of advanced functions packed in a splash/dust-proof rugged design. “The DMC-GX8 integrates a variety of new functions, such as a brand new...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 21 July, 2015 3:33 pm

ROTANA HOTELS REACHED OUT TO COMMUNITY THIS RAMADAN

Rose Rayhaan by Rotana, Dubai and Al Manshar Rotana Kuwait in collaboration with WSP l Parsons Brinckerhoff in the Middle East organized a charity campaign for the labourers.   On the occasion of the Holy month of Ramadan, as part of the hotel’s Corporate Social Responsibility...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 21 July, 2015 6:00 am

Umrah revenue touches SR12 billion

With the number of pilgrims coming for Umrah increasing annually, economists are estimating the Umrah season revenue for this year may reach SR12 billion. The reasons for the numbers rising are manifold, including increased economic power of Muslims, easy and direct flights globally and the top...

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