Government | Tuesday 1 August, 2017 11:21 am

King Salman to host 1,000 families of Egyptian martyrs in performing Hajj

 A thousand families of Egyptian security forces who have lost their lives defending their homeland will be performing Hajj this year as guests of King Salman, the Saudi ambassador to Cairo said on Monday. Ambassador Ahmed bin Abdulaziz Qattan said King Salman has issued instructions to the...

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Government | Tuesday 1 August, 2017 11:18 am

Saudi crown prince launches ambitious Red Sea tourism project

 Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Monday announced the launch of an international tourism project in the Kingdom under the name of the Red Sea Project, which will be built in one of the world's most beautiful and diverse natural spots. The project is to be undertaken by the Public...

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Healthcare | Tuesday 1 August, 2017 11:16 am

Medical evacuation aircraft transport 1,001 cases in 6 months

: Medical evacuation aircraft during the first half of 2017 transported 1,001 cases inside and outside Saudi Arabia. The project emanates from directives by King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman within the general strategy for developing the armed forces. The director general for...

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Technology & IT | Tuesday 1 August, 2017 11:15 am

CITC chief says Saudi Arabia to harness Chinese expertise to develop IT sector

 Dr. Abdul Aziz Al-Ruwais, the governor of the Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC), said under a program dubbed “Seeds for the future,” the Kingdom will use Chinese expertise to develop its telecommunications industry. Al-Ruwais spoke to Arab News following ...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 1 August, 2017 10:13 am

Regional banks urged to consider assurance of capital numbers

  The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) has urged banks in the Middle East to follow its newly published framework for assuring bank capital numbers. The framework aims to deliver confidence in the resilience measures being undertaken by regional banks. Drawn...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 1 August, 2017 5:42 am

Chronoswiss Flying Regulator “Red Passion” for Only Watch Charity

Chronoswiss presents an extravagant and unique version of its new icon Flying Regulator, for Only Watch, the biennial charity auction of unique timepieces created by the world's leading watchmakers. To be held later this year in Geneva, under the patronage of HRH Prince Albert of Monaco, the...

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Healthcare | Tuesday 1 August, 2017 5:20 am

15 single individuals at risk of developing infertility problems seek fertility preservation options in Abu Dhabi

Fertility Physicians in Abu Dhabi successfully managed 15 cases of unmarried young women and men at risk of infertility in the future for different reasons, including the diagnosis of intractable diseases or autoimmune diseases that require long-term treatment that affects their fertility, or...

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Cars & Autos | Tuesday 1 August, 2017 5:10 am

The 2017 INFINITI QX60 Redefines Vehicle Safety with Cutting-Edge Technologies

Arabian Automobiles Company, the flagship company of AW Rostamani Group and the exclusive dealer for INFINITI in Dubai, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates, unveiled last year the completely redesigned QX60 to the region. For MY2017, the model features additional enhancements that are aimed at...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 1 August, 2017 4:54 am

Ericsson Garage launches Startup Challenge 2017

As part of the STHLM Tech Fest taking place September 4-5, Ericsson is offering entrepreneurs an opportunity to be considered for a venture capital investment and technology incubation through the Ericsson Garage global network. Submit your application before August 23. Ericsson Garage is an...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 1 August, 2017 4:48 am

The Trump Estates Park Residences at DAMAC Hills boasts park views and promises the finest in luxury lifestyle living

DAMAC Properties, a leading luxury real estate developer in the region, today launched The Trump Estates Park Residences, an exclusive collection of exquisite villas that enjoy unobstructed views of the parks in DAMAC Hills. The luxury gated community boasts four bedroom, two floor bespoke villas,...

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