Culture & Education | Sunday 28 June, 2015 12:00 am

Famous Arab comedians bring joy to SMC’s Ramadan Majlis

“It is impossible to separate art from politics.  Comedy cannot be separated from facts,” say comedians Ahmed Bedair and Tareq Al Ali Popular Arab comedians created an atmosphere of fun and laughter at the fourth Ramadan Majlis, organised by Sharjah Media Centre (SMC), yesterday ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 28 June, 2015 12:00 am

SWISS-BELHOTEL PETITENGET, BALI OPENS WITH SPECIAL ROOM RATE AND 'DREAM' PRIZE

The leading global hotel management chain, Swiss-Belhotel International, has bolstered its award-winning and extensive Indonesian portfolio with the launch of Swiss-Belhotel Petitenget, Bali – a mid-scale property in the heart of a trendy, stylish destination. The hotel has 111...

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Business & Money | Sunday 28 June, 2015 12:00 am

STAR ALLIANCE CHIEF EXECUTIVE BOARD ENDORSES THE INCLUSION OF AVIANCA IN BRAZIL

  The Chief Executive Board of Star Alliance today endorsed the inclusion of Avianca in Brazil into its network.   As of July 22nd, 2015 all flights with the O6 designator will be part of the Star Alliance network, adding 15 new destinations in Latin America’s largest economy...

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Business & Money | Sunday 28 June, 2015 12:00 am

MIDDLE EASTERN BUYERS SET TO ACCOUNT FOR 25 TO 30% OF PRIME CENTRAL LONDON RESIDENTIAL SALES

  Prime central London prices to grow by 7% in 2015      According to CBRE’s latest research paper, post-election UK has seen renewed investor interest in London’s prime residential real estate particularly from Middle Eastern...

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Business & Money | Saturday 27 June, 2015 4:20 pm

Kingdom Holding, CDCIC launch $400 million fund

Kingdom Holding Company (KHC), chaired by Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Caisse des Dépôts International Capital (CDCIC) on Friday. The memorandum of understanding intends to commence discussions on the establishment of an...

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Technology & IT | Saturday 27 June, 2015 3:58 pm

Samsung and Universal Announce Global Marketing Partnership with Jurassic World

Samsung Electronics Co. announces its global marketing partnership with Jurassic World, the long-awaited next installment of Steve Spielberg’s groundbreaking Jurassic Park series.  Samsung presented exclusive content from the epic action-adventure on its revolutionary SUHD TVs at retail...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 27 June, 2015 3:10 pm

Hilton Garden Inn Riyadh Olaya Marks Holy Month of Ramadan with an Array of Activities

Special Buffets, Exciting Raffles and Discounted Room Rates Combine to Make the Hilton Garden the Ideal Destination to Celebrate Ramadan   Hilton’s flagship property in Riyadh, the Hilton Garden Inn Riyadh Olaya, is opening its doors to the heart-felt warmth of Ramadan, bringing the...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 27 June, 2015 7:49 am

Tourism firms boost services amid tough competition

The Kingdom is witnessing a healthy competition in the field of tourism, with local and international firms trying to make a mark in the market with different types of offers. Some companies have begun to create new programs based on scheduled visits to archaeological sites that have a religious...

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Business & Money | Saturday 27 June, 2015 6:45 am

4,310 Saudis to be trained in steel works

In partnership with Al-Rajhi Steel Industries Limited, the Technical and Vocational Training Corporation (TVTC) will train 4,310 Saudis to meet the needs of the private sector. Under the pact inked Wednesday at the TVTC’s headquarters in Riyadh, the organization will provide training for...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 27 June, 2015 5:47 am

Riyadh festivities delight thousands

The ongoing Riyadh Shopping and Entertainment Festival 2015 has been attracting thousands of visitors every day with substantial increases in the number of visitors as the festival continues during Ramadan. Organized by the Riyadh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) for the 11th year in...

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