Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 22 August, 2017 11:17 am

Pilgrim numbers up 24% over last year

The number of pilgrims arriving via air, land and sea entry points until Friday reached 1.07 million, an increase of 204,302, or 24 percent, compared to the same period last year. The numbers of pilgrims arriving by air, land and sea were 1.015 million, 50,554 and 4,915 respectively, according to...

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Government | Tuesday 22 August, 2017 11:15 am

No reports of new moon sightings for Islamic month of Dhul-Hijjah: Saudi Arabia’s top court

 Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court announced that there were no reported sightings of the new moon for the Islamic month of Dhul-Hijjah, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The court had earlier asked people to report if they saw the crescent of the new moon on Monday evening, the 29th of the...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 22 August, 2017 10:53 am

THE PERFECT LINK! DMCC PARTNERS WITH VOD DUBAI INTERNATIONAL JEWELLERY SHOW

VOD Dubai International Jewellery Show, the Middle East’s only B2B and B2C jewellery industry mega event, has strengthened its commercial proposition for more than 500 local, regional and international exhibitors by partnering with DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre), the world’s most ...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 22 August, 2017 5:00 am

SOUQ.com – Your one stop shop for all back to school essentials with up to 60% off

With soaring temperatures and busy lifestyles, SOUQ.com is enabling parents to conveniently shop all ‘Back to School’ essentials at click of a button and have the products delivered to their doorstep.  Offering exciting discounts up to 60% off on ‘Back-to-School’...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 22 August, 2017 5:00 am

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi announces nine days of Emirati inspired Eid Celebrations

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi has announced a program of Emirati inspired activities offering park guests a festive experience for Eid Al-Adha.   Between September 1 and 9, the world’s first Ferrari-branded theme park will house nine days of cultural experiences inspired by the UAE’s...

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Healthcare | Tuesday 22 August, 2017 4:38 am

There Is No Such Thing As a ‘Healthy Tan’, Warns Consultant Dermatologist

Weather reports earlier this month indicating temperatures that felt like 50 degrees, the dangers of ultraviolet (UV) radiation to unprotected skin are at an all-time high for the year. According to Dr Lana Kashlan, Consultant Dermatologist, CosmeSurge Clinic Marina Dubai, those without any...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 22 August, 2017 4:00 am

A Fun Eid Al Adha at Jannah Burj Al Sarab

This Eid Al Adha, experience a fun-filled holiday and create memorable experiences with your beloved ones at Jannah Burj Al Sarab. Enjoy complimentary Ferrari World or Yas Waterworld tickets when you stay at the award-winning 5 star hotel, in Abu Dhabi. Whether you crave the intense G-force of...

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Technology & IT | Tuesday 22 August, 2017 3:50 am

Sony Corporation posts 180.5% growth in operating income in Q1 FY2017

Sony Corporation announced its operating income for the first quarter of 2017, posting a 180.5 per cent year-on-year increase against the same period last year. The operating profit was attributed mainly to the increasing sales of Imaging Products and Solutions (IP&S). Concluding 30 June...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 22 August, 2017 3:30 am

Emirati Women’s Day Special: 50% off on The Laundry Clubs Monthly Membership

To celebrate the ladies of the UAE for Emirati Women’s Day, The Laundry Clubs is offering its monthly membership valued at AED 500, for AED 250 on 28 and 29 August 2017. Enjoy September as a laundry-free month, with washing, dry-cleaning and pressing taken off your hands. The Laundry Clubs ...

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Culture & Education | Tuesday 22 August, 2017 3:00 am

Dubai Public Library Receives a Delegation from Dubai Customs Knowledge Club

Dubai Public Library recently received a delegation from Dubai Customs Knowledge Club, which assessed the library’s best practices, performance indicators and progress in relation to other libraries in the region. Dubai Public Library’s management team welcomed the Dubai Customs...

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