Technology & IT | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 11:40 am

Victorinox Swiss Army and Acer Infuse Smart Technology into Lifestyle Products

Victorinox, a manufacturer of high quality Swiss lifestyle products, and Acer, one of the world’s top five personal computer companies, today announced a partnership to introduce wearable technology into Victorinox Swiss Army’s portfolio. The two companies will unveil their first...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 10:54 am

Etisalat Super Cup 16 tournament to take winners to Manchester to watch live Manchester City match

Etisalat announced today the launch of its ‘Etisalat Super Cup 16 Tournament’, inviting UAE’s video gaming enthusiasts to play and win FIFA 16, an association football simulation video game developed by EA sports. Etisalat will offer three winners an exclusive chance of a free...

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Environment & Energy | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 10:21 am

WCU: Oil up as US production falls, gold seeking support

The energy sector delivered its first weekly gain in four despite seeing natural gas slump to a new 17-year low. Crude oil moved higher supported by falling US production and continued discussion among producers to limit their output.    Gold traded sideways following weeks of...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 10:20 am

International products and ideas on show at The Big 5 Saudi

Demanding economic times increase the need for construction contractors to find new ways to remain competitive, both to win bids and ensure current projects are delivered to budget.    In Saudi Arabia, where the construction market remains strong despite the slump in oil prices,...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 10:13 am

Firoz Merchant named Philanthropist of the Year

In recognition of his tireless work to help incarcerated prisoners in the UAE, Founder & Chairman of Pure Gold Jewellers, Firoz Merchant was conferred the Philanthropist of the Year award at the Indian CEO Awards held at Conrad Hotel Dubai. Over 300 of the region’s most successful...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 9:55 am

Western Auto opens spare parts facility in Dammam

Western Auto Company Ltd, one of the flagship companies in the renowned ETA Star Group of companies, added another feather to the cap by formally opening the new warehouse facility for the spare parts division in Dammam. Mohammed Khurshid Al Buhmail, Chairman – Arja Al Khaleej Trading...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 9:50 am

JEF opens with focus on economic diversification

The Jeddah Economic Forum (JEF) was inaugurated on Tuesday night, with Makkah Gov. Prince Khaled Al-Faisal calling for purposeful discussion on public-private partnerships as key to further economic progress. Deputy Prime Minister of Turkey Mehmet Simsek, speaking on the occasion, said that after...

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Government | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 9:22 am

Shoura OKs national housing plan

The Shoura Council has approved a national plan to help widows, orphans and people with special needs find housing facilities in the Kingdom.  Various social service organizations in the Kingdom had been demanding that the government provide accommodation to those who cannot afford...

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Cars & Autos | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 9:15 am

Ford Mustang GT is wheels “Best Coupe” in its Car of the Year Awards

The Ford Mustang GT was this week crowned as ‘2016 Best Coupe’ at UAE’s wheels magazine’s Car of the Year Awards, beating out stiff competition in a notoriously tough segment. “The Mustang is an iconic car, and the GT has gained tremendous popularity here in the...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 9:06 am

Arabian Centres presses ahead with expansion, opens ‘Yasmin Mall’ in Jeddah

Arabian Centres, the leading developer, owner and operator of international standard shopping malls in Saudi Arabia, today announced the opening of Yasmin Mall in a prime location in Jeddah.   With a total GLA of nearly 60,000 sq m, Yasmin Mall is located on Al Harameen Road in Jeddah,...

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