Business & Money | Monday 14 August, 2023 9:45 am

Arabian Drilling, Aramco extend SAR 3 bln contracts

Arabian Drilling Co., said Saudi Arabian Oil Co. (Saudi Aramco) decided to extend a bundle of contracts that were scheduled to expire this year, at a value of up to SAR 3 billion (not including VAT).   According to a Tadawul statement, contracts have been extended for periods...

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Government | Monday 14 August, 2023 9:40 am

Supreme Court approves Haram crane appeal rulings

The Supreme Court permanently closed the file of “Haram Crane” case, and approved the rulings of Makkah’s Court of Appeal, Okaz newspaper reported, citing sources.   The rulings included the conviction of Binladin Group for construction sites’ applicable violating safety ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 14 August, 2023 9:39 am

Etihad Airways ramps up winter schedule with new destinations, increased frequencies

Etihad Airways has unveiled its ambitious network overhaul, positioning the airline for sustainable expansion while improving Abu Dhabi’s links to global markets.The new network is designed to support Abu Dhabi visitor growth and provide travellers with more options by introducing new...

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Business & Money | Monday 14 August, 2023 9:34 am

Youth are an essential pillar for building a sustainable future: DoE Chairman

Youth are an essential pillar for building a sustainable future and enhancing sustainability efforts in the world, affirmed Awaidha Murshed Ali Al Marar, Chairman, Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE)."The UAE is committed to a sustainable future, and we believe that our youth are the key to...

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Business & Money | Monday 14 August, 2023 9:32 am

President of Brazil unveils $350bn 'growth acceleration' plan

The "growth acceleration" plan launched by Brazil on Friday foresees 1.7 trillion reais (US$347.5 billion) in investments that will rely increasingly on public-private partnerships, while driving a new ecological transition plan, the government said in a statement carried by Reuters. The...

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Sports | Monday 14 August, 2023 9:04 am

‘Life changing’ – Kakeru revels in $400,000 Street Fighter™ 6 triumph at Gamers8: The Land of Heroes

Japanese warrior Kakeru hailed his Street Fighter™ 6victory on Sunday night at Gamers8: The Land of Heroes, the biggest gaming and esports festival worldwide, as “life changing” after claiming silverware and the $400,000 winner’s prize.    Kakeru, who triumphed...

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Healthcare | Monday 14 August, 2023 8:57 am

GoDaddy Brings .AI Domain Extension to Saudi Arabia, Empowering AI Innovators

GoDaddy Inc. (NYSE: GDDY), the company that helps entrepreneurs thrive, is announcing the launch of the .AI domain extension in the Kingdom. This exciting addition opens up a world of opportunities for individuals, developers, startups, and research institutions, aligning perfectly with the Saudi...

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Healthcare | Sunday 13 August, 2023 2:18 pm

Liver Transplant Every 3 Days in Major Saudi Hospital

Surgeons at a specialized hospital in Dammam, eastern Saudi Arabia, succeeded in setting a record by transplanting 26 livers in 90 days. A statement by King Fahd Specialized Hospital KFSH said that all donors underwent clinical examinations according to detailed medical standards in the...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 13 August, 2023 12:00 pm

PepsiCo in Partnership with the Atlantic Council, chart the growing influence of Saudi women on the Kingdom’s private sector

As part of its commitment to empowering women across the Kingdom to fulfil their potential, PepsiCo has further developed their partnership with The Atlantic Council by launching the Saudi Women Innovators Fellowship (WIn) program in partnership with the U.S. embassy and Georgetown...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 13 August, 2023 11:34 am

SAS launches free Data Literacy course to help people thrive in AI-driven world

The explosion of generative AI has accelerated the need for data literacy in what was already a fast-paced, data-driven world. Data literacy is no longer a nice-to-have skill but a must-have in any field. To help more people develop these critical skills, SAS has launched its...

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