Technology & IT | Monday 16 October, 2017 3:32 am

Samsung Stand Inauguration Ceremony at the WorldSkills Abu Dhabi 2017

Samsung Electronics is proud to present WorldSkills Abu Dhabi 2017. Inaugurating the Samsung stand in front of hundreds of participants, sponsors, and the media, Samsung’s Dr.  DS Jang, Secretary General of Samsung Skills alongside Mr. Simon Bartley, President of WorldSkills...

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Culture & Education | Monday 16 October, 2017 3:00 am

Al-Awwad: Effective media needed to counter challenges

Minister of Culture and Information Dr. Awwad Al-Awwad has underscored the need to further strengthen the role of the media in the Islamic world in confronting various challenges and threats, especially terrorism, Islamophobia and hate speech. “It is inevitable that our media give utmost ...

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Business & Money | Monday 16 October, 2017 2:51 am

280,000 housing units by year-end

The Ministry of Housing and the Real Estate Development Fund (REDF) on Sunday announced the details of the 9th phase of the Sakani (housing) program covering 30,569 housing units and financing operations. The ministry also signed 11 agreements with a number of real estate developers to carry...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 16 October, 2017 2:34 am

Etihad Aviation Group Supports Vocational Excellence at Worldskills Abu Dhabi 2017

Etihad Aviation Group is proud to provide air, ground and logistical support to WorldSkills Abu Dhabi 2017, with thousands of competitors converging on the UAE’s capital city this week for the biggest technical and vocational education and skills excellence event in the...

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Environment & Energy | Monday 16 October, 2017 1:56 am

ADNOC Launches Unified Brand Identity Across its Group of Companies

The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) launched its new unified brand, bringing together its subsidiary companies under one common identity that will highlight the scale of its business, the size of its contribution to the UAE’s economy and its positive impact on the nation’s...

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Business & Money | Monday 16 October, 2017 1:42 am

New interactive PAYFORT State of Payments 2017

PAYFORT, an Amazon company, has announced its fourth “State of Payments in the Arab World” report in a new interactive format, offering up-to-date data and analysis on the region’s payment trends and consumer buying habits. Based on the study of seven key countries for the...

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Business & Money | Monday 16 October, 2017 12:45 am

Crown Prince of Sharjah inaugurates GCC Labour Market Conference

His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, on Sunday attended the opening of the 5th GCC HR and Labour Market Executive Conference held under the theme: “Gulf human capital, a promising wealth”.   The two-day...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 16 October, 2017 12:43 am

Copthorne Hotel Dubai begins refurbishment work on gym and restaurant

Copthorne Hotel Dubai, the popular hotel located in Port Saeed in Deira, will begin enhancement work at the Horizon Health Club and the Gazebo Terrace, as part of the property’s continued effort to ensure the high standards of its facilities.   The Dhs1-million refurbishment...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 16 October, 2017 12:01 am

Overwhelming Response to Just Cavalli Villas with Fashion Enthusiasts Snapping Up Phase One and Awaiting Second Release

DAMAC Properties, a leading luxury real estate developer in the region, announced the complete sell out of all units in Phase One of Just Cavalli villas at its golf development AKOYA Oxygen. To cater to the strong investor interest, DAMAC Properties has announced the release of additional units for ...

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Business & Money | Sunday 15 October, 2017 11:40 am

Yahsat Awards Winners at Gitex Student Lab Competition 2017

Yahsat, the UAE-based satellite operator, and Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), hosted the Student Lab award ceremony held on the 12th October at GITEX, to announce the top three winners. The first prize winner, announced on Thursday by Muna Almheiri, Yahsat’s Chief Human...

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