Business & Money | Saturday 6 August, 2022 5:09 pm

Jewel of the Kingdom: Celebrating 5 years of a painstaking restoration plan at Diriyah

The Diriyah Gate Development Authority is celebrating its fifth anniversary. Once complete, the Diriyah restoration project will feature some of the world’s most luxurious restaurants and hotels, built in traditional Najdi architectural style, alongside conservation areas and cultural...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 6 August, 2022 4:54 pm

Turkish Airlines increases awareness for invisible disabilities with Sunflower Lanyard service

As the most valuable brand of Türkiye, Turkish Airlines continues to improve the travel experience of the passengers with disabilities and limited mobility with the Sunflower Lanyard project. Within the scope of the “Differences Add Value” program, flag carrier contributes to the...

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Business & Money | Saturday 6 August, 2022 4:51 pm

PIF Launches Saudi Egyptian Investments Company (SEIC) to Foster Investment in Egypt

The Public Investment Fund (PIF) today launched the Saudi Egyptian Investments Company (SEIC) to invest in promising sectors throughout Egypt, one of the world’s emerging markets.   SEIC will invest in priority sectors including but not limited to, infrastructure, real estate...

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Business & Money | Saturday 6 August, 2022 4:48 pm

Abu Dhabi International Boat Show launches early bird ticket sales

The Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS), the UAE capital’s prestige boating, leisure marine and fishing show, has announced the launch of early bird ticket sales for the eagerly anticipated 2022 event. Organised by the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC), the fourth edition of...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 6 August, 2022 4:46 pm

Gate Avenue celebrates the 25th edition of DSS with amazing offers, prizes and entertainment

DIFC’s Gate Avenue, a vibrant urban destination for culture and community, celebrates the 25th anniversary of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) and has unveiled exciting offers, activities, and entertainment for its visitors. Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) and DIFC have come together...

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Government | Friday 5 August, 2022 2:52 pm

Dubai Chambers announces leadership change

 H.E. Abdul-Aziz Abdulla Al Ghurair, Chairman, Dubai Chambers, commends exceptional leadership of HE Hamad Buamim, President & CEO, who is moving on after 16 years of remarkable service Hassan Al Hashemi, Vice President, International Relations – Dubai Chambers, takes on interim...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 5 August, 2022 2:47 pm

Jumeira Rotana Announced its Partnership with Gypsy Chinese

Jumeira Rotana announced its partnership with Gypsy Chinese, a restaurant operator specialised in Indo-Chinese cuisines, to complement the dining experience of hotel guests and visiting diners.  Ulrich Hoffmeister, General Manager of Jumeira Rotana said, “We are delighted to have found...

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Business & Money | Friday 5 August, 2022 11:59 am

‘World of Warcraft’ mobile game to be axed: Sources

Activision Blizzard, the company behind “World of Warcraft,” on Wednesday announced its decision to cancel the mobile version of the highly popular online game. Made in collaboration with the firm’s Chinese publishing partner NetEase, the game was in development for three years before a...

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Culture & Education | Friday 5 August, 2022 11:56 am

Saudi tourism spending grew 52% to $25.5bn in 2021

Overall tourism spending in Saudi Arabia, including residents and foreigners, rose 52 percent in 2021 to SR95.6 billion ($25.5 billion) from SR63.4 billion the previous year, data published by the Saudi Central Bank, also known as SAMA, revealed. The numbers, however, paled compared to 2019...

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Business & Money | Friday 5 August, 2022 11:53 am

OPEC daily basket price stands at $101.19 a barrel Thursday

The price of OPEC basket of thirteen crudes stood at US$101.19 a barrel on Thursday, compared with US$104.17 the previous day, according to OPEC Secretariat calculations. The OPEC Reference Basket of Crudes is made up of the following: Saharan Blend (Algeria), Girassol (Angola), Djeno (Congo), ...

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