Sports | Sunday 31 May, 2015 12:06 am

Crunch Doha Takes Part in “Strive, Struggle & Shine Evening with Esther Jacobs”

Crunch Doha, Qatar's first body transformation company joined hands with Esther Jacob for the ”Strive, Struggle & Shine - An Evening with Esther Jacobs” at the Meliá Doha in West Bay.Being part of this event came as part of Crunch Doha’s efforts to empower women in Qatar, and pushing them to ...

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Sports | Saturday 30 May, 2015 1:10 pm

UAE’s corporate biking culture set to shift gears

Albatha, one of the oldest and largest private business holdings in the UAE and with over 6,100 employees, highlights the benefits of workplace fitness through its corporate cycling initiative. Cycling has various health benefits, including cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, improved posture, ...

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Technology & IT | Saturday 30 May, 2015 11:16 am

Healthcare in the Middle East & Africa Set for Unprecedented Change as the Internet of Things Begins to Take Shape

The first wave of innovation accelerators based on the 3rd Platform technologies of cloud, mobility, Big Data, and social media are beginning to roll into the Middle East and Africa (MEA) healthcare sector, with the Internet of things (IoT) set to play a fundamental role in shaping the digital...

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Culture & Education | Saturday 30 May, 2015 11:06 am

Sky News Arabia to Air Hard-Hitting New Format Talk-Show ‘Neeran Sadeeqa’

Sky News Arabia’s first episode of the new talk-show ‘Neeran Sadeeqa’ (Friendly Fire) will air (Monday, June 1st) at 10:30pm UAE time (6:30pm GMT). Broadcast from the Channel’s international studios in London, the new show will feature a unique format with two permanent host presenters...

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Sports | Saturday 30 May, 2015 11:04 am

Al Bustan Centre & Residence hosts athletes of 7th Fazza Wheelchair Basketball Tournament

Al Bustan Centre and Residence, the popular hotel-apartment among tourists and businessmen in the heart of Dubai, hosted athletes of 7th Fazza Wheelchair Basketball Tournament held from 14th to 21st May 2015, The sporting event was held at Al Ahli Club where athletes from eight countries such as...

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Business & Money | Saturday 30 May, 2015 11:00 am

Despite Record-High 401(k) Plan Balances, Few Workers are Actively Managing their Portfolios

While 401(k) plan balances and participation are at record-highs, a new survey from Aon Hewitt, the global talent, retirement and health solutions business of Aon plc (NYSE:AON), reveals that few U.S. workers are actively managing their 401(k) portfolios, leaving opportunity for workers to be more...

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Business & Money | Saturday 30 May, 2015 10:55 am

Jawaher Al Qasimi leads efforts in advocacy & support of refugees

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Antonio Guterres highlighted and praised the efforts of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher Bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, UNHCR Eminent Advocate for Refugee Children and Chairperson of The Big Heart Foundation, ...

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Healthcare | Saturday 30 May, 2015 10:53 am

ETIHAD AIRWAYS HOSTS ANTI-SMOKING CAMPAIGN FOR STAFF

Etihad Airways is hosting a week-long anti-smoking campaign among its UAE-based workforce to coincide with World No Tobacco Day which takes place tomorrow (Sunday 31 May). The campaign activities, which will be run throughout the airline’s Abu Dhabi offices and accommodation buildings, aim to...

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Healthcare | Saturday 30 May, 2015 9:27 am

Qatar International Medical Congress 2015 Ends with a Massive Success

As the Qatar International Medical Congress (QIMC) 2015 nears its end, the event is a massive success, marked by the overwhelming support and participation of the exhibitors, sponsors and speakers, as well as the impressive number of visitors that attended the exhibition.Setting a benchmark for...

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Business & Money | Saturday 30 May, 2015 12:03 am

Barwa Bank awarded by Euromoney for Innovation in Islamic Finance

Barwa Bank, Qatar’s most progressive Shari’ah compliant service provider, has been recognized by the Euromoney Awards for Innovation in Islamic Finance 2015 for its lead role in international Sukuk issuance. Against a number of criteria across key metrics including innovation, cross border...

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