- Middle East
Saudi Arabia restricts HR jobs to citizens
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MoHRSD) has said that human resources jobs are exclusively for Saudi citizens. This came in response to an inquiry…
- Middle East
Dubai is now home to world’s longest cantilevered building
One Za’abeel, the iconic landmark developed by the Investment Corporation of Dubai, has received the Guinness World Record title for the ‘Longest Cantilevered Building’ in the world with its panoramic sky concourse,…
- Middle East
Dubai’s 3-day ‘Great Online Sale’: Up to 95% off
The Great Online Sale in Dubai is back for its second season, offering up to 95 percent discounts across selected e-commerce platforms for three days. Starting from Friday, March 29 to Sunday,…
- Middle East
SeaWorld Yas Island sets world record for ‘largest indoor marine-life theme park’
In a new milestone added to the never-ending list of achievements of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, has received a Guinness World Record for the world’s ‘Largest…
- Middle East
Eid Al-Fitr 2024: 5-day holiday announced in Kuwait
Kuwait: The Council of Ministers in Kuwait has announced a three-day holiday for the public sector to mark Eid Al-Fitr 1445 AH-2024. The holiday will begin in the country on Tuesday, Ramzan…
- Middle East
In a first, Saudi Arabia to participate in Miss Universe pageant
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is set to mark a significant milestone in its history by participating in the upcoming 73rd Miss Universe pageant for the first time ever. Twenty-seven-year-old Saudi…
- Middle East
Dubai: Free international calls offered to metro users during Ramzan
During the ongoing holy month of Ramzan and as part of ‘We Bring You Closer’ initiative, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai provides a free international calling feature for Dubai…
- Middle East
UAE: Flu vaccination mandatory for Umrah, Haj pilgrims
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has announced the necessity of taking all required basic doses of vaccinations, especially influenza vaccination, before traveling to perform…
- World
Joby to launch air taxi service in Dubai before US
Joby Aviation Inc., a US-based firm which develops all-electric aircraft for commercial passenger service, is planning to launch air taxi service in Dubai before any other country, including the United States (US).…
- Middle East
Saudi harnesses advanced tech for transportation services in Grand Mosque
The authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) intensifies its efforts during the holy month of Ramzan by enhancing transportation services within the Grand Mosque in the Saie area, the Tawaf…
- Middle East
UNSC passes resolution for immediate ceasefire in Gaza; US abstains
After more than five months of war between Israel and Hamas, the UN Security Council (UNSC) adopted a resolution on Monday, March 25, calling for an “immediate ceasefire” in Gaza Strip during…
- Middle East
Over 8 million pilgrims perform Umrah so far this season
Riyadh: A total of 8,235,680 Muslims from around the world have performed Umrah at the Grand Mosque in Makkah, Saudi Arabia since the beginning of the season on Muharram 1, 1445 AH corresponding to…
- Middle East
Israel will no longer approve UNRWA food convoys to northern Gaza
Israel will no longer approve UNRWA food convoys to the northern Gaza Strip, Director of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), Philippe Lazzarini, informed. “As of today,…
- Middle East
Watch: Dubai to reduce 40-70% travel time on major roads
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has announced the completion of 75 percent of the Intersection of Garn Al Sabkha-Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Roads Improvement Project, aiming to reduce travel…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia’s legacy: How Zamzam water is preserved?
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has a long history of preserving and offering the sacred Zamzam water, which holds great significance for Muslims. In 1345 AH, King Abdulaziz bin Abdul…
