Business & Money | Saturday 26 November, 2016 11:25 am

Industrial city in Ras Al-Khair points to the Kingdom’s economic future

IN the desert, far from the skyscrapers and busy streets of its big cities, Saudi Arabia is looking to build its future on two other natural resources. Phosphate minerals, used to produce fertilizer, and bauxite, the chief ore in making aluminum, are at the core of an effort to make mining a...

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Technology & IT | Saturday 26 November, 2016 11:19 am

Cisco to Address Collaboration and Cybersecurity as Foundation for Digital Transformation at EGOV4

 Cisco announced today their participation in the 4th E-Government Forum (EGOV4) in Kuwait, to be held from November 27 – 29, 2016 at Courtyard Marriott hotel. The Forum, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Jaber Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, the Prime Minister of the State of...

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Business & Money | Saturday 26 November, 2016 8:05 am

Waseela begins Trial of Smart Indoor Navigation and Positioning Solutions

Waseela, the leading regional Telecommunications and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) system integrator, has begun testing smart indoor navigation and positioning systems. These systems would typically be deployed at mega venues in an attempt to prevent individuals from getting lost,...

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Government | Saturday 26 November, 2016 4:57 am

King Salman promises equal opportunities for all citizens

THE people of the Eastern Province were ecstatic over the visit of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince Muhammad Bin Naif, deputy premier and minister of interior, to the region. The Saudi leaders during the trip that will last for several days will see in person the...

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Business & Money | Saturday 26 November, 2016 4:37 am

wasl properties Launches wasl Quartz in Umm Hurair

wasl properties, a subsidiary of wasl Asset Management Group, has announced the launch of ‘wasl Quartz’ in Umm Hurair. The development will provide interested tenants with residential units within an area that faces high demand for contemporary properties. The leading real estate...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 26 November, 2016 4:36 am

Oman Air Welcomes The Newest Addition To Its Fleet

Oman Air, the National Carrier of the Sultanate of Oman received a new Boeing 737- 800 on the occasion of the Sultanate’s 46th National Day, on November 18.   This was the sixth brand new Boeing 737-800 joining the young Oman Air fleet this year as part of the airline’s...

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Culture & Education | Saturday 26 November, 2016 4:13 am

Child Safety Campaign Launches “@shjchildsafety” Account on Universal Children’s Day

Under the directives of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs (SCFA), the Child Safety Campaign – an SCFA initiative – launched its first informational social media...

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Culture & Education | Saturday 26 November, 2016 3:52 am

PNU, sports authority sign deal to promote women’s sport in Saudi Arabia

The General Authority for Sports and Princess Nora bint Abdulrahman University (PNU) signed a memorandum of cooperation to activate sports facilities with a view to promoting healthy lifestyles. The pact was signed in the presence of Princess Reema bint Bandar of the General Authority for Sports...

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Business & Money | Saturday 26 November, 2016 2:58 am

Launch of Aramco projects postponed due to bad weather

Saudi Aramco announced on Friday that the scheduled launch of multibillion oil and gas projects was postponed due to bad weather and rain. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman was scheduled to open the projects on Aramco premises in Dhahran on Friday evening. The projects include the ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 26 November, 2016 2:48 am

Stunning mountains, beaches and new cultural attractions beckon UAE visitors to Oman this National Day

This National Day, take the long weekend to explore Oman’s rich heritage and indulge in a blend of traditional and contemporary hospitality. The Sultanate’s culture, history and topography combined with legendary Omani hospitality make it the perfect family getaway.   A...

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