Government | Friday 3 March, 2017 7:54 am

Seven cases to be exempted from alternative punishment

Seven crimes have been exempted from the alternative punishment law, which has been prepared by the Justice Ministry and presented to the Cabinet’s experts committee for approval. The alternative punishments including public service and voluntary work will replace lashes and jail sentences ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 2 March, 2017 4:10 pm

Discover the Wildlife of the Empty Quarter during a Desert Walk organized by Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara

    Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara offers the enriching experience to discover a wide range of unforgettable excursions which guests enable to learn more about the wildlife and culture, as well as the history and traditions of the United Arab Emirates. Located in the...

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Business & Money | Thursday 2 March, 2017 1:51 pm

Alstom showcases its complete rail transport solutions at Eurasia Rail Turkey 2017

   Alstom will be present in Eurasia Rail – the third biggest rolling stock rail industry exhibition in the world and the largest in the Eurasia Region – from 2-4 March 2017 in Istanbul, Turkey. The company will showcase its complete rail transport solutions from urban to...

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Government | Thursday 2 March, 2017 1:30 pm

Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud Al Qasimi Honors Winners of Sharjah Award for Voluntary Work

Under Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammad Al Qasimi The Award attracted 42 projects and 2732 voluntary contributions, and produced 13428 volunteering hours   Guided by the wise vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member ...

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Environment & Energy | Thursday 2 March, 2017 1:20 pm

Project Earth initiative at Dubai International Boat Show turns spotlight on environmental awareness

Superyacht makers, conservationists, boat builders, ocean preservationists join hands with visitors to deliver sustainability message   Superyacht makers, conservationists, boat builders and ocean preservationists are joining visitors at the 25th Dubai International Boat Show today to ...

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Healthcare | Thursday 2 March, 2017 1:14 pm

CHILDREN HEALTHCARE CONGRESS GATHERS 500 PROFESSIONALS AND EXPERTS IN DUBAI

The 4th Arab Paediatric Medical Congress supported by The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention takes place until Saturday, 4th of March   On behalf of H.E. Dr. Yousif Al Serkal, Assistant Undersecretary for Hospitals, United Arab Emirates, Ministry of Health and Prevention, Dr. Yasser...

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Business & Money | Thursday 2 March, 2017 12:20 pm

Finnish Private Sawmills from the Arctic Circle Participate for the First Time at Dubai Wood Show 2017

   Wood from Finland, a Finnish government export program, will be participating in the upcoming Dubai Wood Show showcasing 10 Finnish sawmills. This will be the first time that private Finnish sawmills from the Arctic Circle will participate at the event which is taking place at the...

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Government | Thursday 2 March, 2017 9:38 am

Makkah emir launches ‘New Taif City’ projects

Prince Khaled Al-Faisal, emir of Makkah and adviser to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, announced on Wednesday the beginning of the implementation phase of the ‘New Taif City’ projects.  These projects include Taif International Airport, Taif University, development of Souk...

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Culture & Education | Thursday 2 March, 2017 8:13 am

Madinah’s Martyrs Square undergoes major facelift

The first phase of a major project to develop the Martyrs Square in the Prophet’s City is nearing completion. The project included development of 45 buildings that peep into the square, an official statement said, adding that it would give the area a picturesque look, Al-Madina daily reported ...

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Healthcare | Thursday 2 March, 2017 8:09 am

3 new hospitals to treat drug addicts soon

Three new hospitals for the treatment of drug addicts will be opened in Riyadh and Taif before the end of the current year, according to the secretary general of the National Commission to Combat Drugs, Abdul Ilah Bin Mohammed Al-Sharif. Sharif, who is also the chairman of the board of directors ...

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