Technology & IT | Monday 24 July, 2017 12:08 pm

Twitter launches Exclusive Emojis for Arab Championship Matches

The 2017 Arab Championship kicked off this weekend, marking Twitter's first live stream of a global football tournament. To create a unique experience for football fans around the world, Twitter has launched six exclusive emojis, five of which are for participating football clubs, and one for...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 24 July, 2017 12:05 pm

YASALAM 2017 SET TO ‘MAKE WAVES’ ACROSS THE CAPITAL

Abu Dhabi is gearing up to welcome another unmissable live entertainment experience to the Capital as Yasalam returns, promising to bring a fresh approach and waves of non-stop activity.    One of the most highly anticipated festivals run by any race host city in the world, Yasalam,...

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Healthcare | Monday 24 July, 2017 12:05 pm

Saudi university hospital unveils plan to structure health care costs

 Several Shoura Council members have sent a recommendation to the Justice Ministry saying that no girl under 15 should marry, according to sources quoted by Okaz Arabic newspaper. The recommendation, drafted by Moodhy Al-Khalaf, Latifa Al-Shaalan, Noura Al-Musaed, Issa Al-Ghaith and Fawzya...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 24 July, 2017 12:00 pm

Saudi Aramco signs deal to highlight cultural heritage in Al-Ula

 Saudi Aramco has signed an initial agreement to establish a visitor center in Al-Ula province. The oil company has teamed up with the Al-Birr Charity Organization to develop the center, which aims to spur tourism and highlight cultural heritage. The center will provide tourism services to...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 24 July, 2017 10:52 am

Saudi Arabia concludes Souq Okaz festival with march of families in Taif

 Taif acting Gov. Saad Al-Maimouni sponsored the march of families of Taif (Homeland Unity) at the Souq Okaz in Taif. Abdullah Al-Sawat, executive director of Souq Okaz, said the march is one of the most important events of Souq Okaz, which has received special attention and follow up from...

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Government | Monday 24 July, 2017 10:39 am

New Saudi security service key to development, prosperity, says minister

 The modernization of Saudi Arabia’s state security agencies is key to the country’s development and prosperity in accordance to the Vision 2030 reform plan, Minister of Culture and Information Awwad bin Saleh Al-Awwad has said. Saudi Arabia has established the Presidency of the...

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Government | Monday 24 July, 2017 10:22 am

KSA's Shoura Council recommends banning marriages for girls under 15

 Several Shoura Council members have sent a recommendation to the Justice Ministry saying that no girl under 15 should marry, according to sources quoted by Okaz Arabic newspaper. The recommendation, drafted by Moodhy Al-Khalaf, Latifa Al-Shaalan, Noura Al-Musaed, Issa Al-Ghaith and Fawzya...

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Technology & IT | Monday 24 July, 2017 5:31 am

Samsung Debuts World’s First Cinema LED Display

Samsung Electronics announced it has installed its first ever commercial Cinema LED Screen at Lotte Cinema World Tower in Korea. Designed as a High Dynamic Range (HDR) LED theater display, the Cinema LED Screen creates a more captivating and vibrant viewing experience through next-generation...

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Business & Money | Monday 24 July, 2017 5:18 am

DSCD Pushes the Agenda for Innovation

In a move focussed on pushing the innovation agenda in the UAE, a delegation from Sharjah Department of Statistics and Community Development (DSCD) visited the Mohammed bin Rashid Centre for Government Innovation. The activity formed part of the department’s commitment to being at the...

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Culture & Education | Monday 24 July, 2017 4:58 am

Future Filmmakers Can Look Forward to an Inspiring Summer with FUNN

Young film and media enthusiasts will be participating in a one-of-a-kind summer camp by FUNN, the Sharjah-based organisation dedicated to guide and equip younger generations to successfully engage in the world of film and media arts. The eight-day FUNNtastic camp, from 6 to 14 August at the...

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