Culture & Education | Friday 4 March, 2016 10:32 am

MoE seeks to ensure effective education

The Ministry of Education (MoE) seeks to create a system that ensures an effective and efficient method of education for modern times. Education Minister Ahmed Al-Issa said that to achieve this, the ministry has launched a number of projects.  He said this during the launch on Thursday of a...

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Business & Money | Friday 4 March, 2016 10:28 am

Saudi housing sector in transitional phase

Saudi Arabia’s housing sector is currently in a transitional phase due to changes in the mortgage law and taxes, industry experts said at Jeddah Economic Forum (JEF) 2016 on Thursday.  Speakers at a panel discussion on housing at the forum said they are anticipating the market dynamics...

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Business & Money | Friday 4 March, 2016 10:19 am

Housing Ministry, GACA sign cooperative pact

The Ministry of Housing and the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for increasing cooperation between the two entities. The agreement for joint cooperation was signed on Thursday between Housing Minister Majed Al-Hogail and GACA President...

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Business & Money | Friday 4 March, 2016 10:00 am

KSA marks World Wildlife Day

Saudi Arabia joined the rest of world in observing the United Nation’s World Wildlife Day on Thursday to foster awareness among citizens and residents to protect and conserve biodiversity. World Wildlife Day is observed every year on March 3 to celebrate and raise awareness of the...

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Business & Money | Friday 4 March, 2016 9:53 am

AUB Acquires 40% shares of MEFIC Capital

Ahli United Bank Group (AUB), a pan GCC Banking group, has obtained the necessary regulatory clearances to acquire 40% shares of Middle East Financial Capital (MEFIC Capital) a leading investment company operating under the Capital Market Authority of Saudi Arabia. With this acquisition, AUB...

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Technology & IT | Friday 4 March, 2016 9:47 am

Panasonic Eyes 20% Regional Growth in Eco Solutions Business

Panasonic Marketing Middle East & Africa (PMMAF), a global leader in technology demonstrated its Energy, Lighting and Indoor Air Quality solutions which feature the latest in electrical product segment at Middle East Electricity (MEE) 2016, the region’s largest power...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 4 March, 2016 8:56 am

GCC Pavilions Displaying Cultural Heritage Proudly at Global Village

The GCC Pavilions at Global Village have been celebrating the 20th season of the region’s leading family destination for cultural shopping and entertainment by showcasing their rich traditions and unique heritage to guests from around the world. These unique pavilions introduce the Gulf...

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Cars & Autos | Thursday 3 March, 2016 4:45 pm

Nissan takes on the ‘Dabbawala Challenge’ in race across Mumbai with Zaheer Khan and the ICC World Twenty20 Trophy

 In the build up to the ICC World Twenty20 India 2016 and as part of the ongoing Nissan Trophy Tour, Nissan has teamed up with India’s fast-bowling cricket legend, Zaheer Khan, and the UK’s popular Fifth Gear presenter, Jonny Smith, in an exciting challenge on the streets of...

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Technology & IT | Thursday 3 March, 2016 3:12 pm

The Power of Video in Campaigns

Content, context and continuity are vital ingredients for an engaging video campaign - but how do you make it all gel into something viewers will want to replay and Retweet? Twitter shares the special sauce that successful campaigns have in common.     By Benjamin Ampen, Head of...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 3 March, 2016 3:09 pm

Splash your way into the New Year with Dusit

The celebrations just keep coming! Dusit Hotels and Resorts announces its new Songkran Splash offer designed to help revelers ring in 2016 (or 2559!) - in truly Thai fashion. Guests staying a minimum of 2 nights or more throughout April 2016 will receive complimentary daily breakfast for two, a...

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