Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 2 July, 2015 3:50 am

Tourism village concept takes off in Asir

The Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage (SCTNH) has encouraged businessmen to invest in tourism villages in Asir region. “Tourism villages are considered to be one of the most attractive options in the province,” said Mohammad Al-Amra, SCTNH branch director in Asir. He...

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Business & Money | Thursday 2 July, 2015 3:49 am

Prince Alwaleed pledges entire wealth to charity

Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, chairman of Kingdom Holdings, has announced that his entire $32 billion fortune would be donated to charity after his death. The prince told reporters at his offices in Riyadh on Wednesday that he would move his assets to the Alwaleed Philanthropic Foundation over the...

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Cars & Autos | Thursday 2 July, 2015 3:46 am

Audi Tradition with classic vehicles in Goodwood

Audi Tradition lines up on the grid at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed in southern England with two and four wheels: Nick Mason, the Pink Floyd drummer, is driving an Auto Union Type D twin-supercharger. Ralf Waldmann, former motorcycle world championship runner-up is riding an NSU...

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Business & Money | Thursday 2 July, 2015 2:44 am

Plus X Awards 2015: Volkswagen wins 'Design Team of the Year' award

The Volkswagen brand was one of the big winners in this year's Plus X Awards, picking up no less than six accolades. A special award went to the brand's design team. In the official citation the judges said: "Over many decades, Volkswagen has developed a brand identity and has not lost ...

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Beauty & Style | Thursday 2 July, 2015 1:59 am

CELEBRATE THE FESTIVITIES OF EID AL FITR WITH AN IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN GIFT OF TIME

A time of togetherness, Eid Al Fitr marks the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan and brings families closer in celebration. As the Eid moon is sighted, commemorate this precious time with timeless gifts that let you have the moon on your wrist; namely the Portugieser Perpetual Calendar with a double...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 1 July, 2015 3:16 pm

The Connected Object Revolution

There are currently 25 billion connected objects in the world, making an average of more than 3 objects per person (Cisco survey1). The rapid expansion of connected objects (including 'wearables') raises new challenges around data security for the industry players who...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 1 July, 2015 3:14 pm

Tour De France Wild Card Team Gets a Boost with Dimension Data Sponsorship

Dimension Data, the Official Technology Partner for ASO which owns the Tour de France, today announced that it has become a MTN-Qhubeka p/b Samsung (MTN-Qhubeka) sponsor. Representing the African continent for the first time ever, the nine-man MTN-Qhubeka team is one of five wild-card teams invited ...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 1 July, 2015 3:12 pm

Qatar Rail Holds its Annual Ramadan Staff Iftar

In the spirit of the holy month, Qatar Railways Company (Qatar Rail) hosted the Ramadan annual Iftar for its valued staff and their families at the St Regis Hotel.  Qatar Rail’s gathering came as part of the many Ramadan initiatives launched by the company to celebrate the month of...

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Beauty & Style | Wednesday 1 July, 2015 2:58 pm

Authentic Outdoor Travel Experience with High Sierra

One of the most important things a backpacker can find is a great travel backpack. High Sierra, one of the leading outdoor backpacks brand promises an authentic outdoor travel experience. With an added value and credibility through its Samsonite association, the brand is committed to offering...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 1 July, 2015 2:49 pm

Mobily Signs a Strategic Partnership with Semanoor Company

Etihad Etisalat Mobily has announced the exclusive launch of "Rosom" learning service in collaboration with Semanoor, E- Learning and training company. This will be the first electronic educational and innovative service of its kind in the region. The agreement was signed by Mr. John...

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