Government | Friday 22 April, 2016 4:07 am

Riyadh in world spotlight after flurry of summits

 In a new record and highlighting its strategic place in world politics, Riyadh has hosted four major summits in the city over two days. The first gathering involved the Saudi and American governments, with Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman holding talks with US President Barack...

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Government | Friday 22 April, 2016 3:56 am

Consultation & cooperation

King Salman lauds constructive discussion at GCC summit Barack Obama pledges vigilance against Tehran ‘We have serious concerns about Iranian behavior’ The summit of the leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states and US President Barack Obama concluded at Al-Diriyah...

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Cars & Autos | Friday 22 April, 2016 2:44 am

Jaguar Set For a World-First With Spectacular F-Pace Launch In Downtown Dubai

British luxury performance brand Jaguar has chosen the iconic Burj Khalifa for the Middle East launch of its first ever performance SUV; the Jaguar F-PACE.    On 2nd May 2016 starting at 9.10pm UAE Time (8.10pm KSA Time, 5.10pm GMT), the Jaguar F-PACE will be launched in the region...

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Technology & IT | Friday 22 April, 2016 1:32 am

Panasonic launches Luxe in-ear Headphones

Panasonic is pleased to announce the launch of their new HJX20 and HJX5 high-end in-ear headphones.   Along with a dual axial drive, a second coil and neodymium magnet are added to the speaker diaphragm of the RP-HJX20. Powerful magnetic forces from both front and rear effectively drive...

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Business & Money | Thursday 21 April, 2016 3:52 pm

Turki Al Yahya named Saudi Arabia’s EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2016

Turki Al Yahya, CEO of Whites, has been named Saudi Arabia’s EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2016. Turki was chosen from a group of 8 finalists, who are innovative and inspiring business leaders. The award was presented this morning at Laylaty ballroom, under the patronage of HE Dr. Tawfiq Al...

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Business & Money | Thursday 21 April, 2016 3:33 pm

Yahast Celebrates Five Years In Space

UAE-satellite operator, Yahsat, celebrates the fifth anniversary of the launch of its first satellite, Y1A, on 22 April, 2016. In 2011, the Ariane 5 rocket carrying the satellite (pictured) launched from the European Space Centre in Kourou, French Guiana.   The following year Yahsat...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 21 April, 2016 3:07 pm

Dusit to share robust expansion plans to double its portfolio at ATM Dubai

Dusit International will assert its position as one of Asia’s leading hospitality groups at the upcoming Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai later this month. Led by newly appointed Chief Operating Officer Mr Lim Boon Kwee, senior executives from Dusit’s corporate office, as well as ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 21 April, 2016 2:18 pm

SMILE! Everyone’s a winner at Majid Al Futtaim’s malls in Dubai

In light of His Highness Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai’s recent appointment of the first Minister of Happiness and in line with the government’s mission to achieve a happier society, Majid Al Futtaim’s...

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Business & Money | Thursday 21 April, 2016 1:44 pm

Elaf hotel executive named as ‘Best Receptionist’ at 2016 Saudi Excellence in Tourism Awards

The Elaf Group, a SEDCO holding company, has revealed that Abdullah Al Sahli, working at the Elaf Al Mashaer Hotel in Makkah Al Mukarramah, has won the ‘Best Receptionist’ category of this year’s Saudi Excellence in Tourism Awards (SETA 2016), which was held recently at the Riyadh ...

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Business & Money | Thursday 21 April, 2016 1:30 pm

OpenAire builds Giant Dome Skylight for giant mall in United Arab Emirates

M/S International Private Group (IPG) and Gambert Architectural are partnering with OpenAire and Aluminum Light Industries Co. (ALICO) to complete their flagship 26012.85 square meter  (280,000 square foot) Sharjah Mall in the United Arab Emirates. Located less than 10 km from Dubai, this...

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