Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 1 January, 2018 10:22 am

Atlantis, the Palm in Dubai Takes the Spotlight This New Year's Eve

Atlantis, The Palm in Dubai dazzled the world yet again with its colourful, signature style and perfectly synchronised fireworks on New Year’s Eve 2018.  The electrifying fireworks were the pinnacle of the festivities that took place at the luxurious resort. The scintillating show which...

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Environment & Energy | Monday 1 January, 2018 9:45 am

Threefold increase in electricity bills from today

From Monday, consumers will have to bear a threefold increase in electricity tariff with the implementation of Value Added Tax (VAT) and a revised bill calculation system. Saudi Electricity Co. (SEC) will apply 5% VAT on electricity bills, connection and service charges. The Electricity and...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 1 January, 2018 9:25 am

Al Qasba Lights up the Sky in Celebration of the New Year

In keeping with its commitment to providing Sharjah’s residents and visitors with a joyful environment, Al Qasba - Sharjah’s premier tourist, leisure and family destination – lit up the sky yesterday (Sunday) in celebration of the New Year. The spectacular illuminations from the...

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Healthcare | Monday 1 January, 2018 9:14 am

Al-Rabiah lauds KSMC’s achievements in medical education

Minister of Health Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah honored 232 students at a graduation ceremony held at King Saud Medical City (KSMC) in Riyadh. KSMC had sponsored the students to enroll in accredited academic and training programs in the Kingdom and abroad. In a speech on the occasion, Al-Rabiah...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 1 January, 2018 8:29 am

Al Majaz Waterfront’s Spectacular Display Lights up the Skies for 2018

Sharjah’s Al Majaz Waterfront captivated the crowds last night with a spectacular 10-minute New Year celebration of fireworks that lit up the skies for miles around the emirate. The anticipated audience flocked to the area to countdown the clock to welcome 2018 and were treated to one of the...

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Business & Money | Monday 1 January, 2018 8:02 am

Citizenship Invest: Over 70% increase in second passport demand in Q4 of 2017

According to Citizenship Invest, market leader specialized in the fastest citizenship programs to legally obtain a second passport, high net worth families and residents in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia contributed to over 70 % increase in demand for second European and Caribbean nationality in Q4 of ...

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Government | Sunday 31 December, 2017 10:54 am

Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority benchmarks with Dubai Customs on CSR

Dubai Customs’ CSR section received a delegation from Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority who came to learn about the Department’s CSR efforts and initiatives.   Around 162 initiatives were carried out by Dubai Customs throughout the year and targeted more than a million people....

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Cars & Autos | Sunday 31 December, 2017 10:52 am

China to suspend some car production over fuel consumption standards

China will suspend the production of 553 passenger vehicle models that have failed to meet the government’s fuel consumption standards, state news agency Xinhua said on Sunday. The suspension will take effect from January 1, Xinhua said, citing the China Vehicle Technology Service...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 31 December, 2017 10:49 am

Jeddah airport: Drastic changes expected in employment of women

The Saudi Ground Services Co. (SGS), which specializes in providing logistic support for aircraft, featured on its Snapchat account a video in which women are seen attending a training session. The video shows instructors motivating the young women and speaking about the courses they have taken to...

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Environment & Energy | Sunday 31 December, 2017 10:48 am

Interested in the weather? Join the new Saudi Meteorological Club

The Saudi Meteorological Club for weather and climate amateurs was established under the umbrella of the Presidency of Meteorology and Environment (PME). This club aims to encourage the participation of all people, especially experts, to raise awareness of meteorology in the Kingdom, as well ...

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