Culture & Education | Saturday 11 May, 2019 3:49 am

Organization of Islamic Cooperation keen to showcase depth of Islamic culture, says chief

Dr. Yousef Al-Othaimeen, secretary-general of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), commended the efforts of the Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ISESCO) during the third extraordinary session of ISESCO’s general conference at King Abdullah Economic City, in ...

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Cars & Autos | Saturday 11 May, 2019 3:00 am

Three Ways Ford’s Adaptive Cruise Control Cuts Stress and Busts Traffic Jams

Traffic is a key source of stress on the road. Being stuck in gridlock can result in feelings of irritation, boredom and anxiety, potentially leading to road rage and aggressive driving behaviour. Ford’s Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)1driver assist technology can minimise these issues by...

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Culture & Education | Saturday 11 May, 2019 2:51 am

New Qur’an app launched

Minister of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance Sheikh Abdullatif Al-Asheikh launched on Thursday a new mobile phone app for the Holy Qur’an developed by King Fahd Holy Qur’an Printing Complex in Madinah at a ceremony held at the ministry’s headquarters in Riyadh. The first...

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Technology & IT | Saturday 11 May, 2019 2:09 am

Lg Signature Presents Exquisite Art Installation at Milan Design Week 2019

LG SIGNATURE hosted an exhibition at Milan Design Week 2019, showcasing the uncompromising style and advanced functionality of the brand’s innovative products. Making its European debut and captivating visitors with its changeable form factor, the groundbreaking LG SIGNATURE OLED TV R (model...

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Technology & IT | Saturday 11 May, 2019 1:14 am

A phone with superpowers: Meet the HUAWEI P30 Pro with Super Camera and Super Performance

Over the years, smartphone photography has come a long way. From clicking pixelated pictures that can take long processing times to today’s filters and effects. Nevertheless, it is safe to say that photography has become a key element in the modern smartphone. Keeping this as a primary focus, ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Friday 10 May, 2019 5:00 am

7% rise in Umrah pilgrims this year, says ministry

The Ministry of Haj and Umrah issued on Wednesday a statistical report on the footfall of pilgrims visiting the Kingdom in the month of Shaban (April 6-May 5). The report was compiled after accessing information such as the number of issued visas, the number of pilgrims arriving and leaving the...

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Culture & Education | Friday 10 May, 2019 4:44 am

GEA-Misk training program launched to prepare Saudi students for job market

The General Entertainment Authority, in partnership with the Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdul Aziz Charity Foundation (Misk), has launched a cooperative training program designed to prepare university students to enter the job market. The initiative targets undergraduate students majoring in...

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Government | Friday 10 May, 2019 4:35 am

Mohammed bin Rashid receives high-level Uzbek delegation visiting the UAE

Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said that the UAE is deeply committed to working closely with the rest of the world to serve humanity. The UAE is keen to share success stories and experiences with other governments...

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Cars & Autos | Friday 10 May, 2019 4:31 am

Abdullah Hashim Co. Ltd. Announces the Launch of the All New Honda HR-V

Abdullah Hashim Co. Ltd. sole distributor for Honda products in Saudi Arabia announced the introduction of the All New HR-V today at AHCL Head Office, Jeddah Saudi Arabia, available across all Honda showrooms in KSA. The HR-V marks the presence of an entry level SUV from the Honda Range with 5...

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Business & Money | Friday 10 May, 2019 3:45 am

Saudi economy warms up as private spending rises

Rising private sector consumption and government fiscal stimulus measures are expected to give a boost to the Saudi economy, according to new research from Bloomberg Economics. It expects non-oil growth to average 2.6 percent this year, up from 2.1 percent in 2018, helped by fiscal stimulus, a...

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