At the second new moon after the winter solstice, thousands across the globe ready themselves for the Chinese New Year – the dawn of fresh start. A symbol of renewal and rejuvenation, the celebration of the new year is full of preparations to make way for new opportunities, wealth, and good...
At last something new devoted to watchmaking in the realm of iPad and Android apps! With Zenith Watches – The Experience, the Swiss watchmaking manufacture ventures into hitherto unexplored territory. A glimpse of what can happen when the fun side of things is placed at the service of the client...
The Saudi Commission for Tourism and Antiquities (SCTA) and Dar Al-Hekma College are launching an architectural and heritage project in Abha on Feb. 18 to highlight the rich history of the region.The event is entitled “Asir: Robe of Urbanization” and will be held in Akkas village over four...
Jeddah Municipality announced on Monday that it plans to open up a garden for people with special needs.Mohamed Qattan, director general of gardens and landscaping at the municipality, said this would be the first project of its kind in the city.The park will have 40 tables, 10 benches and...
The Presidency of the Two Holy Mosques Affairs has rejected reports that rare antiquities found during the expansion of the Grand Mosque has been selling for thousands of riyals on the black market.This comes in the wake of revelations in the local media that items have been sold to collectors for...
Bahrain on Monday announced the closure of a new pan-Arab news channel, owned by Prince Alwaleed bin Talal.The Alarab News Channel, launched on February 1, was on air for only a few hours before reverting to promotional material while trying to resolve “technical and administrative”...
A survey commissioned by British Airways revealed that 31 per cent of residents of Saudi Arabia travelled long-haul only once over a period of twelve months. To encourage people who have made the New Year’s resolution to travel more frequently, British Airways is launching special fares to the...
As the landmark 20th anniversary edition of Gulfood - the world’s largest annual food and hospitality trade show -opened to huge crowds on Sunday, 1,300 professional chefs showcased their culinary skills at the Emirates International Salon Culinaire in association with Emirates Culinary Guild. ...
Dell today announced updates to the Dell Precision M3800, the world’s thinnest and lightest true 15-inch mobile workstation, enabling video editors, graphic designers, engineers and other high-end users to create like never before with unmatched portability, breakthrough power and reliable...
The countdown is on as InterContinental Dubai Marina, one of the emirate’s most eagerly anticipated hotels, confirms it will open its doors in May 2015.Refreshing Dubai Marina’s hotel scene, the 328-key five-star hotel will present a modern, urban style, and is set to become the place to be and ...