Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 24 August, 2018 7:36 am

GCC chief praises Saudi Arabia’s Hajj efforts

Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al-Zayani, secretary-general of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), has hailed the efforts by Saudi Arabia to make this year’s Hajj season successful. He expressed appreciation to King Salman and the Saudi government for taking care of pilgrims. Meanwhile, Dr....

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Environment & Energy | Friday 24 August, 2018 6:03 am

Saudi Arabia insists 'committed' to Aramco IPO

Saudi Arabia on Thursday rejected reports that Aramco's planned initial public offering had been scrapped, saying the Kingdom had stepped up preparations for the stock market debut of the state energy giant. "The government remains committed to the IPO of Saudi Aramco at a time of its...

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Government | Friday 24 August, 2018 5:00 am

More than 166 million stones thrown at the Jamarat in Hajj ritual

As sunset came to Mina on Thursday, the second day of Tashreeq, some 166,017,250 stones had been thrown at the Jamarat during the ritual ‘Stoning of the Devil’ over Eid-Al-Adha and the first two days of Tashreeq.  Thursday saw “huge numbers of pilgrims” —...

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Culture & Education | Thursday 23 August, 2018 2:56 pm

Local community to be at the heart of Al-Ula region transformation

Minister of Culture Prince Badr Bin Abdullah Bin Farhan, governor of the Royal Commission for Al-Ula (RCU), announced five major new initiatives designed to build local skills, preserve the heritage of the site and develop modern infrastructure. These initiatives are part of RCU’s vision...

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Business & Money | Thursday 23 August, 2018 2:53 pm

Canon Middle East partners with Dubai Cares to host a fundraising event

Canon Middle East (CME), a provider of imaging technologies and services, will be hosting a fundraising event at Zaabeel Park on 28 September 2018 in partnership with Dubai Cares to raise AED 250,000 to support two educational programmes, one in the Middle East and a second in Africa.  The...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 23 August, 2018 2:51 pm

Double The Miles, Double The Experiences at Tilal Liwa Hotel

Rub Al Khali’s bejeweled hotel destination, Tilal Liwa Hotel is giving an exclusive summer experience for members of Etihad Airways’ loyalty program, Etihad Guest.  Enjoy doubled miles and a sunny getaway in the desert with rates starting from AED 345*. Divine in a...

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Culture & Education | Thursday 23 August, 2018 2:49 pm

GEMS Education’s GCSE students celebrate outstanding results

Students from 17 GEMS Education schools have recorded another successful year of GCSE results after a round of challenging examinations.  In 2018, GEMS schools hosted a record of 2,210 students who sat their IGSCE/GCSE examinations. Of all grades achieved across the GEMS schools, 18 per...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 23 August, 2018 2:38 pm

Little Ninjas in the Making at Emirates Park Zoo & Resort Summer Camp

Whether it is for a learning opportunity or exciting activities, Emirates Park Zoo & Resort has it all. The touristic destination is hosting Aikido and Fighting Arts courses for campers of all abilities to participate in for a brand-new experience. Highlighting the importance on martial arts,...

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Environment & Energy | Thursday 23 August, 2018 8:02 am

Al Falih says Aramco IPO still on, refutes media reports indicating otherwise

In response to recent media reports about the IPO of Saudi Aramco, H.E. Khalid Al Falih, Minister of Energy, Industry and Mineral Resources and Chairman of Saudi Aramco issued the following statement dismissing speculation surrounding the cancellation of the IPO as not true. “The...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 23 August, 2018 7:25 am

International Group – Orange Mood Clown Heads to Bawadi Mall for Eid Al Adha Entertainment

:Bawadi Mall, the leading shopping mall is Al Ain,has been welcoming Eid Al Adha with a grand show, bringing the international group - Orange Mood Clown that is keeping visitors entertained all throughout the festival.  Infused with fun, laughter and interaction, the international...

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