Business & Money | Sunday 17 July, 2016 11:11 am

Emirates NBD signs agreement with Government of Dubai’s Community Development Authority

Emirates NBD, one of the leading banks in the region, has signed an agreement with the Community Development Authority (CDA) to solidify its strategic, long-term commitment to people with disabilities in line with the Government of Dubai’s ‘My Community’ vision to transform Dubai...

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Business & Money | Sunday 17 July, 2016 11:05 am

UAE takes part in Arab League meeting

The UAE on Saturday participated in a meeting of the permanent representatives of Arab countries to the Arab League, held to discuss preparations for the 27th Arab Summit, which will be held in Nouakchott, Mauritania, on July 25 and 26. The UAE delegation was headed by Ambassador to Egypt and...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 17 July, 2016 11:03 am

UAE’s best brands revealed: Dubai’s Emirates on top... again

Dubai-based Emirates airline has emerged as the most popular and positive brand in the UAE for the second year running even as Global Village, Dubai’s original theme park, is among those that has seen the most improvement this year. According to the 2016 Mid-Year BestBrand Rankings,...

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Business & Money | Sunday 17 July, 2016 10:41 am

Kuwait’s Largest Construction Event to Take Place as Government Earmarks $68.9bn for Construction Spend in 2016

With planned developments worth an estimated $123.6 billion, according to MEED, and $68.9 billion government construction budget for 2016, Kuwait’s construction industry offers massive business opportunities. The Big 5 Kuwait 2016, taking place from 25 – 27 September at the...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 17 July, 2016 10:03 am

MBC entertainment and satirical shows dominate social media engagement this Ramadan

The Holy month of Ramadan is an important time for television viewership in the Middle East, with a huge surge in TV viewership, particularly, for Arabic dramas. However, according to Meltwater, a global media intelligence firm, an analysis of social media reactions around popular MBC TV...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 17 July, 2016 9:59 am

‘Fun Splashy Summer’ Commences at Sharjah Ladies Club

Mothers and their little ones made the most of an exciting programme of water-based activities that started at Sharjah Ladies Club (SLC). Titled ‘Fun, Splashy Summer,’ the programme features an array of entertaining shows and aquatic activities that takes place every Thursday, Friday...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 17 July, 2016 3:39 am

Lughati Launches its First Summer Camp

‘Lughati,’ the Sharjah-based initiative dedicated to supporting learning Arabic the smart way, has launched its first summer camp for students. Running from July 13 - August 17, the camp will host around 500 male and female students, with activities taking place at various locations...

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Business & Money | Sunday 17 July, 2016 2:53 am

The Big Heart Foundation Donates $150,000 to Support Rohingya Refugees and Displaced People in Iraq

The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF), a Sharjah-based global humanitarian charity dedicated to helping refugees and people in need worldwide, has donated US $150,000 (AED550,000) to support Rohingya refugees in Malaysia and displaced people in Iraq. Distributed by the United Nations High Commission for...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 17 July, 2016 2:20 am

OSN brings the largest roster of Emmy nominees

With the 68th Emmy Awards nominations announced, OSN, the region’s leading pay-TV network, has underlined its reputation as the first-choice for award-winning exclusive and first content with the largest roster of Emmy nominees in its programming.    Anthony Anderson and...

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Business & Money | Sunday 17 July, 2016 2:09 am

Tag Heuer Announced as New Official Timekeeper and Sponsor of Laliga

 Swiss watchmaker TAG Heuer was announced as the new Official Timekeeper and sponsor of LaLiga. LaLiga legends Raúl González and Fernando Sanz joined the President of LaLiga, Javier Tebas, and TAG Heuer Spain General Manager, Blanca Panzano at a special event to celebrate the...

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