Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 29 December, 2018 1:32 am

Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ula will be unveiled to the world ‘once work is complete’

Al-Ula, home to UNESCO World Heritage Site Madain Saleh, will be revealed to the world once tourism-related projects in the region are complete. The announcement was made by Amr Madani, CEO of the Royal Commission for Al-Ula (RCU), during the launch of a community advocacy program aimed at...

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Business & Money | Saturday 29 December, 2018 1:31 am

Euro currency remains a work in progress on 20th birthday

The euro is about to celebrate its 20th birthday, but the countries that use it are still wrestling over how the shared currency should work and how to fix flaws exposed by the debt crisis that marred its second decade. The euro was launched on Jan. 1, 1999, when 10 countries fixed their exchange...

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Business & Money | Saturday 29 December, 2018 1:21 am

"we are going through a transformation": New Saudi Foreign Minister

Saudi Arabia's new foreign minister struck a note of defiance Friday in the face of international outrage over critic Jamal Khashoggi's murder, rejecting the kingdom was in crisis and his predecessor had been demoted. Ibrahim al-Assaf, a former veteran finance minister, replaced Adel...

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Culture & Education | Saturday 29 December, 2018 12:48 am

Blueair Celebrates ‘Clean Air for Children’ Day with UAE Schools

In wake of the recent research findings highlighting the negative effects of air pollution on children’s mental and physical health, Blueair, a world-leader in air purification solutions, held a ‘Clean air for children’ day at Manzil Centre, an institution for special needs...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 28 December, 2018 5:13 am

Saudia Cargo carries 60 tons of equipment for Janadriyah festival

Saudi Airlines Cargo Company contributed to the 33rd National Festival for Heritage and Culture (Janadriyah - 33) by transporting the equipment of the inauguration ceremony that occurred on the 20th of DEC, organized by the Ministry of National Guard.    Saudia Cargo shipped 60 tons ...

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Environment & Energy | Friday 28 December, 2018 4:25 am

Saudi Aramco creates fuel retail subsidiary

Saudi Aramco is establishing a domestic fuel retailing subsidiary as part of the national oil company’s drive to expand beyond crude oil production into downstream businesses. The new firm, Saudi Aramco Retail Co, will create a network of filling stations within Saudi Arabia to sell...

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Business & Money | Friday 28 December, 2018 3:24 am

Saudi naval forces prepare for Red Wave 1

The joint military drill, Red Wave 1, is to launch early next week with the participation of the countries bordering the Red Sea, including Jordan, Egypt, Sudan, Djibouti and Yemen, in addition to observers from Somalia in the Western Fleet. “This exercise, which will be implemented by the...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 28 December, 2018 1:43 am

The Heritage Village at the Janadria Festival Attracts Tens of Thousands of Saudi Families

Tens of thousands of visitors have visited the National Festival of Heritage and Culture, the 33rdEdition of Janadria, organized by the Ministry of National Guard under the slogan ‘Faithfulness and Loyalty.’ The heritage village at the festival as well as the shows of the folk groups...

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Technology & IT | Friday 28 December, 2018 1:38 am

“Huawei Saudi Arabia” Launches in the Local Market the Top of its Class Smartphone “PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate20 RS”

“Huawei Saudi Arabia” announced the launch of its new premium smartphone, the PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate20 RS, in Saudi market through authorized retailers starting from December 27th. The top of its class smartphone combines the finest design and strongest performance.  It ...

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Business & Money | Friday 28 December, 2018 1:05 am

Imdaad Celebrates Success of Strategic Partnerships

Imdaad, a Dubai-based group of companies that provides integrated, sustainable facilities management services that enhance operational efficiencies of physical assets, recently hosted its annual Strategic Partner Appreciation event at Palazzo Versace hotel in Dubai. Based on their efficiency and...

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