Culture & Education | Sunday 24 December, 2017 1:45 am

Order books online from the Jeddah International Book Fair

More than 500 publishing houses representing 42 countries are taking part this year at the Jeddah International Book Fair. Can’t make it to the fair or went for a visit and want to buy more books? B8ks.com is offering to deliver books from the book fair to your doorstop through...

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Government | Sunday 24 December, 2017 1:42 am

New generation of Saudis sees role model in MBS

Crown Prince Muhammad Bin Salman, deputy prime minister and minister of defense, is the first Saudi youth leader who has been gaining worldwide attention. Charismatic, ambitious and bold, Prince Muhammad is known for taking fast-paced steps not only in politics and economic affairs, but also...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 24 December, 2017 1:38 am

Riyadh tourism events attract over 200,000 visitors in 2017

The Saudi Commission of Tourism and National Heritage (SCTH) announced on Saturday that more than 200,000 visitors enjoyed 42 various tourist activities and functions in the Riyadh region in 2017, while some 40,000 students took part in 33 school trips. Abdul Aziz Al-Hasan, director of SCTH,...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 24 December, 2017 1:34 am

‘2018 Ras Al Khaimah New Year’s Eve Fireworks’ by Al Marjan Island to illuminate the night sky with fireworks from 120 sites

The 2018 Ras Al Khaimah New Year’s Eve Fireworks by Al Marjan Island, one of the largest fireworks in the UAE, will be attempting the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the ‘Largest aerial firework shell.’   One of the largest and most-awaited fireworks displays in ...

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Technology & IT | Sunday 24 December, 2017 1:26 am

Samsung Honored for Outstanding Design and Engineering with 
36 CES 2018 Innovation Awards

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a global leader in technology, announced that 36 of its latest products have been recognized as CES® 2018 Innovation Awards winners. Products awarded in this prestigious program are honored for outstanding design and engineering in cutting-edge consumer...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 24 December, 2017 12:42 am

Dubai Culture Hosts Charity Auction in Partnership with Christie’s Auction House in London

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, has hosted the Dubai Culture Charity Auction – an initiative that was announced earlier this year – in partnership with Christie's Auction House in...

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Government | Sunday 24 December, 2017 12:40 am

KSRelief has implemented 257 projects, 166 for Yemen

The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSRelief) has implemented 257 projects since its establishment in 2015, via 119 local and international partnerships, at a cost of more than $895 million, its general supervisor said on Saturday. There have been 166 projects allocated to...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 24 December, 2017 12:16 am

Arjaan by Rotana Welcomes Guests to Celebrate the Festive Spirit

Arjaan by Rotana, Dubai’s finest hotel apartments located in Media City invites guests to experience the wonders of the magical festive season throughout the month. The hotel ushers in the festive season with a calendar full of meticulously crafted dining menus, exclusive packages and...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 23 December, 2017 2:38 pm

Courtyard by Marriott World Trade Centre, Abu Dhabi Unveils Holiday Festivities for 2017

To make your holiday plans grand, some of Santa’s elves have joined the Courtyard by Marriott World Trade Centre team to help transform the hotel into a festive paradise during the holiday season. From family gatherings on Christmas Eve to ringing in the New Year, experts at Courtyard by...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 23 December, 2017 10:39 am

Saudi Arabia airlines' passengers allowed to bring electronics on flights to UK

Saudi Arabia announced on Friday that passengers traveling on its airlines to the United Kingdom would once again be allowed to carry on electronic devices, reversing a ban put in place earlier this year for security reasons.   Passengers will be able to use laptops and tablets in...

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