Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 5 June, 2017 3:52 pm

8 million pilgrims transported to Grand Mosque in first 8 days of Ramadan

 About 8 million pilgrims using about 30,000 vehicles were transported to and from the Grand Mosque during the first eight days of Ramadan, the Makkah Governate announced Sunday. The number of pilgrims given transportation was a sharp increase over the same period in 2016. An estimated 5.3...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 5 June, 2017 3:48 pm

Albania renews visa-free travel scheme for Saudis

 Albania has renewed a visa-free travel scheme for nationals of three Gulf countries in a bid to boost the number of tourists from the region. “Citizens of Saudi Arabia, Oman and Qatar can enter Albania without a visa,” said Albanian Ambassador Sami Shiba in Riyadh on Sunday. The ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 5 June, 2017 12:34 pm

The Essence of Ramadan at the Park

Beautiful interiors and impeccable service are combined with a unique blend of Arabian flavors making Park Hyatt Dubai the ideal destination to celebrate Ramadan. Seize the day and live the rich heritage of the holy month through sophisticated luxury. Iftar at Café Arabesque Every night...

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Business & Money | Monday 5 June, 2017 3:52 am

Google released on Sunday a collection of the most trending TV series

Google released on Sunday a collection of the most trending TV series, charities, and dishes on Google during the first week of Ramadan in Saudi Arabia. The data also includes a list of the most popular YouTube videos.   Gulf-produced shows “Romana” and “Alyom Al...

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Business & Money | Monday 5 June, 2017 3:45 am

Doha Bank Announces Ramadan Car loan Offer

This Ramadan, Doha Bank has announced a car loan offer fully loaded with a FREE Comprehensive Car Insurance. This unbeatable offers comes along with the most competitive interest rate of 2.99% flat p.a. reducing 5.5% p.a. Doha Bank’s attractive car loan promotion is offered for a limited...

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Business & Money | Monday 5 June, 2017 3:05 am

wasl launches Warsan project in preparation for Expo 2020

wasl Asset Management Group, one of the largest real estate management and development companies in Dubai– has announced a new project in Warsan, which has been launched as part of the company’s strategic preparations for Expo 2020 and will deliver much needed accommodation for...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 4 June, 2017 1:20 pm

THIS YEAR, AN IFTAR AT PALMS GOLF CLUB WILL BRING ABUNDANT JOY OF RAMADAN FESTIVITIES.

As dusk falls, enjoy Iftar At InterContinental® Riyadh. With its luxurious “Tamrra” tent setup furthered by the subtle well-appointed Arabic touches, accompanied by greenery, gently lit lanterns and soothing atmosphere at Palms Golf Club will embark the true spirit of Ramadan....

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Government | Sunday 4 June, 2017 12:59 pm

Over 1.6 million e-fingerprint operations activated in 1,088 courts

Over 1.6 million electronic fingerprint operations were activated in 1,088 courts and notaries Kingdom-wide in the past 18 months, the Ministry of Justice said. The fingerprint system aims to ensure the identity of beneficiaries of the e-powers of authority, e-real estate wealth and e-court...

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Government | Sunday 4 June, 2017 12:52 pm

Prince Naif award aims to boost Arab security

As part of a plan to recognize efforts that help boost peace and security in the Arab world, the Council of Arab Ministers of Interior has launched the “Prince Naif Award for Arab Security” in memory of the late Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz, a pioneer of joint Arab security. The Prince...

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Environment & Energy | Sunday 4 June, 2017 12:43 pm

Energy minister calls for R&D on petrochemicals, renewables

Khalid Al-Falih, minister of energy, industry and mineral resources, has urged attendees of an economic forum in St. Petersburg, Russia, to invest in research and development of petrochemicals and renewable energy, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) said. The minister, who was addressing the 21st St....

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