Cars & Autos | Friday 15 December, 2017 6:33 am

Five ways Ford’s SYNC 3 can help you stay connected and avoid distractions while driving

Despite statistics and scientific studies highlighting the dangers of mobile phone use while driving, many drivers still admit to taking calls, texting and taking selfies behind the wheel.   Every year, according to the World Health Organization, more than 1.25 million people die from...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 15 December, 2017 5:21 am

British Airways Announces Grand Avios Sale Across 90 Destinations

British Airways has announced a massive sale offering British Airways Executive Club members the chance to travel the world for half the number of Avios usually required.   Available for booking from today until December 17, the airline will offer World Traveller (long-haul economy)...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 15 December, 2017 5:12 am

Turkish Airlines announces special fares for a magical winter in Turkey

Turkish Airlines announces special fares to Turkey this winter, offering passengers an opportunity to experience the beauty of Turkey on their holidays.   Passengers from KSA can now book a ticket for a price as low as SAR 1,000 if travelling from Tai’f Regional Airport to...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 15 December, 2017 2:50 am

flyadeal opens flights to Jazan from Jeddah and Riyadh

Less than three months after starting operations, flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s new Low Fare Airline, announced its fourth destination, the Southern port city of Jazan. Jazan will be served from both Jeddah and Riyadh, marking this the airline’s fourth destination from Jeddah and second...

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Environment & Energy | Friday 15 December, 2017 2:46 am

Sustainable energy concerns answered at Saudi smart grid conference

The seventh Saudi Arabia Smart Grid (SASG) conference was convened on Wednesday at the Jeddah Hilton Hotel with a focus on “smart solutions for sustainable energy.” The conference commenced with words from Deputy Minister for Energy Dr. Saleh Al-Awaji; the governor of the...

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Business & Money | Friday 15 December, 2017 2:35 am

US$ 3 billion regional AV market registered explosive 75% growth between 2012 and 2016

The who's who of the entertainment, hospitality and events industry from across the region, were flocking to Prolight and Sound Middle East, looking for the latest in events and entertainment products and solutions, from leading international brands. The majority of them were there with an eye...

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Government | Friday 15 December, 2017 1:46 am

Saudi Arabia plans $19bn boost for private sector

Saudi Arabia is to inject SR72 billion ($19.2 billion) into the private sector of the economy in a bid to stimulate activity in the non-oil sector, which has been hit by the slowdown in government spending as a result of oil revenue weakness. Housing and small business are major beneficiaries...

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Business & Money | Thursday 14 December, 2017 3:41 pm

SIAL Middle East 2017 record 28% increase in visitors, AED3.3 billion worth of deals

The 8th edition of SIAL Middle East has seen a growth of 28% year-on-year for visitor numbers, with the event organisers revealing that exhibitors have netted deals worth AED3.3 billion.   Joanne Cook, Managing Director for SIAL Middle East said: “With 20,000 registered visitors...

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Environment & Energy | Thursday 14 December, 2017 3:17 pm

Saudi Aramco awards $175 million contract to Baker Hughes, a GE company to boost production of Haradh and Hawiyah gas fields

Saudi Aramco has awarded a $175 million contract to Baker Hughes, a GE company (NYSE: BHGE) to drive enhanced production at the Haradh and Hawiyah gas fields, underlining the strong local partnerships of BHGE in the Kingdom.   Part of Al-Ghawar, the world’s largest oilfield, Haradh ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 14 December, 2017 2:33 pm

Cherish that festive feelin’ at Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham JBR

Presents Christmas and NYE culinary festivities for the whole family   Spend the most wonderful time of the year at Flavours Restaurant in Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham JBR! Make the festive season appetisingly merry with your favourite yuletide dishes at Flavours. The Christmas Eve...

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