Government | Sunday 13 September, 2015 10:50 am

Tawaf on bridge suspended for safety of pilgrims

The circumambulation around the Kaaba (tawaf) on the bridge which is used as a temporary circumambulation platform especially for wheelchair-bound pilgrims and the elderly, will be temporarily suspended as a result of Friday's crane collapse tragedy, according to a source at the General...

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Technology & IT | Sunday 13 September, 2015 10:48 am

Microsoft names Brad Smith president and chief legal officer

 Microsoft has given longtime executive Brad Smith the title of president, as the company continues its transition to a new generation of leadership. Smith’s full title will be president and chief legal officer.  He has been Microsoft’s general counsel since 2002 and became...

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Healthcare | Sunday 13 September, 2015 10:47 am

Researchers urged to focus on cancer treatment

The 36th scientific meeting held between officials of the King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) and King Faisal Specialized Hospital (KFSH) ended on Thursday with a call on all consultants and researchers to invest their expertise and their research alliance with civil society...

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Technology & IT | Sunday 13 September, 2015 9:43 am

EMC Highlights Federation Value at STC IT Day

Recognizes Saudi Telecom Company’s Futuristic Drive and Vision, Congratulates Their Remarkable Transition into a Revolutionary Service Provider   – EMC today announced its recent participation at the STC IT Day that was held on the 7th and 8th of September at the Executive...

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Business & Money | Sunday 13 September, 2015 6:29 am

DP World and Parteners opened the Rotterdam World Gateway (RWG) terminal

DP World, together with joint-venture partners APL, HMM, MOL and CMA-CGM, has officially opened the Rotterdam World Gateway (RWG) terminal, providing the global supply chain with the most innovative and automated container terminal in the world.  DP World Chairman, HE Sultan Ahmed Bin...

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Business & Money | Sunday 13 September, 2015 6:13 am

Al khaliji supports Qatar Red Crescent charitable activities

Al Khalij Commercial Bank (al khaliji) Q.S.C, has extended its support to the Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS), a humanitarian organization with a deep-rooted history in charitable and voluntary work, governed by a vision and mission that tackle major humanitarian and developmental challenges in...

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Technology & IT | Sunday 13 September, 2015 4:39 am

Mobily grants pilgrims free credit to contact their relatives after Harram accident

Etihad Etisalat ‘Mobily’ grants all pilgrims in Makkah free credit to ensure contacting their relatives and friend after Harram accident. Mobily dedicates its resources and efforts to cooperate with the government to success Hajj season. Whereby, Mobily believes that the...

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Business & Money | Saturday 12 September, 2015 5:22 pm

Al Meera Consumer Goods Company Opens its Newest Branch in Al Wajba

Al Meera Consumer Goods Company (Q.S.C) announced the opening of its newest branch in Al Wajba, marking the 40th addition to the successful supermarket chain in Qatar, and the 45th in both Qatar and the Sultanate of Oman.  The new branch boasts world-class shelves to offer the best products ...

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Business & Money | Saturday 12 September, 2015 10:17 am

Saudi woman architect exhibits her talent at Riyadh Metro project

Rima Bint Sultan is the only Saudi woman architect working for the multibillion Riyadh Metro. “I work for long hours, whether in the office or in field, most often under the scorching sun or in the middle of rising dust,” Sultan said while explaining the nature of her work. Sultan ...

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Culture & Education | Saturday 12 September, 2015 10:14 am

New college opens at Prophet’s Mosque

Prince Faisal bin Salman, governor of Madinah, has opened a new college that forms part of the Prophet’s Mosque in the city, which will provide world class tuition and guidance on Islamic studies for local and international students and pilgrims. The ceremony was attended by Abdul Rahman...

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