Environment & Energy | Tuesday 5 December, 2017 1:34 am

US firms invited to bid for Saudi nuclear plants

Saudi Arabia has invited US firms to take part in developing its civilian nuclear power program, Energy Minister Khalid Al-Falih said on Monday, adding the Kingdom was not interested in diverting nuclear technology to military use. Reuters has reported that Westinghouse is in talks with other...

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Healthcare | Tuesday 5 December, 2017 12:43 am

‘Aster Volunteers’ Mobilises 7,900 Volunteers over 6 Months

Aster DM Healthcare’s ‘Aster Volunteers’ programme – the cornerstone of the ‘Aster @ 30’ campaign – has seen nearly 8,000 volunteers take part in a wide range of compassionate care initiatives across the UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, KSA, Jordan, India and the ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 5 December, 2017 12:41 am

Exclusive partnership between Majid Al Futtaim and Visa offers unforgettable 2018 FIFA World Cup™ experience

Majid Al Futtaim - the Middle East, Africa and Asia’s leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer, has announced an exclusive partnership with the world’s leader in digital payments, Visa, to deliver a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and unforgettable great moments for ...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 5 December, 2017 12:29 am

Facebook Opens New office in London, brings 800 jobs to the capital

Facebook will create 800 new jobs in London over the next year, increasing its UK workforce by more than 50%, as it opens a new office in the capital on Monday.   The US tech giant has had offices in the UK for 10 years, but its expansion marks a vote of confidence in the UK amid...

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Business & Money | Monday 4 December, 2017 3:41 pm

Sharjah Ruler Attends the First Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit Inaugural Ceremony

The first Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Summit (WEEGS 2017) inaugurated today in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council Ruler of Sharjah, his wife, Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairperson of NAMA and ...

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Business & Money | Monday 4 December, 2017 3:36 pm

Bahri celebrates UAE 46th National Day

In celebration of the UAE 46th National Day, Bahri, a global leader in transportation and logistics, organized a series of activities for its employees at the company’s offices in Dubai, in addition to a public event at CITYWALK.   Showcasing the deep-rooted historic relations...

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Business & Money | Monday 4 December, 2017 3:28 pm

Women Economic Empowerment Global Forum Day 1: Arab Women still need to Overcome Stereotypes

During the first session of the Women’s Economic Empowerment Global Forum taking place at Expo Centre Sharjah, titled ”Government Policies and the Private Sector’s Responsibility in Women’s Economic Advancement” the audience was told that although the UAE was proving...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 4 December, 2017 1:45 pm

Dubai Holding debuts the Bahraini market through its hospitality arm, Jumeirah Group, to manage a luxury hotel

Dubai Holding, the global investment conglomerate and Sevens Holding SPC today announced the signing of a management agreement for Jumeirah Group to operate a luxury hotel in Bahrain.  The hotel, to be named Jumeirah Royal Saray - Bahrain, is scheduled to open February 27th, 2018.  The...

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Business & Money | Monday 4 December, 2017 1:10 pm

Procter & Gamble to Source US$100 million from Women-Owned Businesses

Procter & Gamble (P&G) has committed itself to sourcing US$100 million from women-owned businesses across the developing world. This pledge will be undertaken in partnership with UN Women and WEConnect International, and aims to promote women-led entrepreneurship across the developing...

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Government | Monday 4 December, 2017 12:30 pm

Saudi Crown Prince leads Time’s ‘Person of The Year’ poll as voting ends

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, deputy premier and minister of defense, is leading the Time magazine’s poll for the ‘Person of the Year 2017’ award.   With 24 percent votes so far, Prince Mohammed looks set to beat US President Donald Trump, Russian...

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