Government | Monday 20 August, 2018 12:28 am

Process to place the Holy Kaaba's new 'Kiswa' begins

Every year, the old black silk cloth that covers the Kaaba is removed and a new one is draped on the 9th day of the Islamic month of Dhu Al-Hijjah, which falls on Monday Aug 20 this year. Known in Arabic as the “Kiswa,” the black and gold cloth that is wrapped around the Kaaba gets...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 19 August, 2018 1:16 pm

‘Little Chef’ Arms the UAE’s Youngest with Tools to a Healthy Lifestyle

The 6thgroup, has been titled champion of an educational programme series, ‘Little Chef’, organised by Ministry of Health & Prevention (MoHaP) and Sharjah Girl Guides (SGG). Concluded yesterday (Thursday), the programme brought its 28 participants together in a creative environment...

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Business & Money | Sunday 19 August, 2018 1:09 pm

Jazeera Airways joins Amadeus GDS ecosystem

Jazeera Airways, the largest private airline operating out of Kuwait, has announced a partnership with Amadeus that will open up increased fare options and availability for travel agencies.  Serving more than 2.2 million passengers a year and flying to 26 destinations, Jazeera...

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Sports | Sunday 19 August, 2018 1:06 pm

Fitness, Pools, and Golf will take Center Stage at 6th Annual Leisure Show Dubai

The latest trends, technologies and discussion on fitness, pools, and golf will be the highlight at the sixth annual Leisure Show taking place from 16thto 18thSeptember 2018 at Dubai World Trade Center.  This year’s distinct focus on fitness and wellness is in line with the tremendous ...

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Business & Money | Sunday 19 August, 2018 1:04 pm

YORK Increases the Number of its Technicians by 25% During Hajj

  Al Salem Johnson Controls “YORK” revealed that it increases the number of it technicians working at Al-Masjid Al-Haram cooling stations and inside the Holy Mosque by 25%, during Ramadan, Umrah and Hajj seasons, for preventive maintenance and immediate handling of emergencies,...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 19 August, 2018 4:45 am

Relish In An Eid-Themed Dinner at M Hotel Downtown by Millennium

To commemorate the special holiday of Eid Al Adha, M Hotel Downtown by Millennium has unveiled an enchanting experience for family and friends to come together and share beautiful memories.   Cornelia Erhardt, the hotel’s General Manager said, “We are excited to welcome...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 19 August, 2018 4:33 am

Celebrate Eid Al Adha Holiday 
at the Ritz-carlton, Riyadh


The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh invites families and friends to celebrate one of the most anticipated holidays in the world.  Staycation lovers need not to travel far and experience hotel indulgence as the lavish five-star hotel in Riyadh still has an ongoing summer stay offerwith savings...

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Government | Sunday 19 August, 2018 4:30 am

Haj begins as over 2 million pilgrims converge in Mina

More than two million pilgrims have begun their lifetime spiritual journey by converging on the vast tent city of Mina since last evening. As the night wore on Saturday, all roads and highways leading into Mina were filled with pilgrims, most of whom traveled in buses and other vehicles while some...

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Technology & IT | Sunday 19 August, 2018 4:22 am

Mobily and Ericsson demonstrate 5G in Jeddah

Mobily, the Saudi telecom operator has joined forces with Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) to show 5G capabilities in a demo held at the Mall of Arabia in Jeddah, in the western region of Saudi Arabia.  Ericsson supplied a standalone end-to-end 5G system including a prototype 3.5GHz radio, baseband...

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Business & Money | Sunday 19 August, 2018 4:12 am

Family taxi cabs to be licensed for Saudi women driver only

The Public Transport Authority has approved granting licenses to the family taxi cabs which will be driven by Saudi women drivers only. It said passengers of the family taxi cabs will be limited to men and children of various age groups. Under the rules and regulations approved by the...

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