Government | Friday 8 December, 2017 1:34 pm

5% VAT on money transfer fee

Money transfer charges will increase from Jan. 1 as 5% Value Added Tax (VAT) will be levied on money transfer fees, according to the General Authority of Zakat and Tax (GAZT), which is responsible for managing the implementation, administration and enforcement of VAT in Saudi Arabia in close...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 8 December, 2017 10:37 am

Tourism authorities to develop historic mountains of Makkah

THE Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage (SCTH) has reiterated its plans to rehabilitate the historical mountains of Makkah to woo pilgrims from different parts of the Islamic world to visit the sites. Jabal Al-Noor, where the first verses of the Holy Qur'an were revealed, is ...

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Technology & IT | Friday 8 December, 2017 10:27 am

Amino Apps’ Middle East launch seeks to address Arabic content gap for regional social media users

Amino, an innovative app that offers a platform to create and find communities for any interest in the world, is seeking to address the online Arabic content gap for regional social media users as it officially launches in the region. The company is driven by an immense untapped opportunity: while...

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Cars & Autos | Friday 8 December, 2017 5:44 am

Dollar recognised for customer satisfaction

Car Trawler, the world’s leading B2B travel technology platform providing car rental and ground transportation solution recognized Dollar, one of the fastest growing car rental companies in the region, for its outstanding customer service at this year’s World Travel...

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Business & Money | Friday 8 December, 2017 4:08 am

Casio & Abbar inaugurate Casio Store in Riyadh at Villagio Center 2

Mahmood Saleh Abbar Company, the authorized agent for Casio Products in Saudi Arabia, has opened its Casio Store outlet in Villagio commercial center in Riyadh – AlBatha Market.   The opening ceremony was attended by Mohammed Ali Basurrah, director of Casio department of...

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Cars & Autos | Friday 8 December, 2017 3:01 am

Nissan teams up with Desailly and Basler to set fans ultimate Challenge

To celebrate the end of the UEFA Champions League group stage, Nissan surprised football fans on their way to a match by challenging them to put their playing skills and knowledge of Europe’s biggest club competition to the test.   Teaming up with former stars and UCL legends...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 8 December, 2017 1:52 am

Catch the Spectacular New Year’s Fireworks at Al Marjan Island

Usher in the New Year at Rixos Bab Al Bahr and get an uninterrupted view of Al Marjan Island’s spectacular fireworks display that attracts visitors from across the world.   Abdullah Al Abdooli, Managing Director of Al Marjan Island, said: “We are pushing the boundaries and...

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Technology & IT | Friday 8 December, 2017 1:39 am

ERICSSON named best cloud provider

Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) Middle East and Africa was recognized as the Best Cloud Provider during the prestigious Telecom Review Excellence Awards. The award was received by Ericsson during the awards ceremony, which was held on December 6th in Dubai.   Ericsson powers digital...

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Business & Money | Friday 8 December, 2017 1:20 am

‘Vote of Confidence’ as GAC Wins the Topaz Excellence in Logistics Award

The GAC Group walked away from the Lloyd’s List South Asia, Middle East and Africa Awards 2017 with The Topaz Excellence in Logistics accolade.   The Award was received by Meena Mathews, Regional Manager P&I – Middle East Region, at a ceremony held at Dubai’s...

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Healthcare | Friday 8 December, 2017 12:30 am

Sultan Al Qasimi to attend Second Global NCD Alliance Forum – Sharjah Builds on Success of First Edition

The second Global NCD (Non-Communicable Diseases) Alliance Forum taking place from 9-11 December begins in Sharjah tomorrow (Saturday – 4pm) in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council Ruler of Sharjah, and Her Highness Sheikha...

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