Author: Mahdeehassan

Saudi Banks Media and Awareness Committee announced that the total investments and contributions of Saudi banks during 2022 were worth more than SR417 million, which comes within its commitment to social responsibility in the economic, educational, health, and other fields. ‏Banks have contributed directly and indirectly to achieve a positive impact, thanks to the systematic and clear plans included, which focused on the concept of sustainability in its three dimensions: social, environmental, and economic. ‏A report issued by the Saudi Banks Committee recently showed that the areas of these contributions covered several sectors, including health, education, environment, community service and…

Syria and Saudi Arabia have agreed to reopen their embassies after cutting diplomatic ties more than a decade ago, three sources with knowledge of the matter said, a step that would mark a leap forward in Damascus’s return to the Arab fold. Contacts between Riyadh and Damascus had gathered momentum following a landmark agreement to re-establish ties between Saudi Arabia and Iran, a key ally of President Bashar Al-Assad, a regional source aligned with Damascus said. The re-establishment of ties between Riyadh and Damascus would mark the most significant development yet in moves by Arab states to normalize ties with…

A team of young Emirati engineers at the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP) have achieved a new breakthrough in developing prosthetic limbs using 3D printing technology. The 3D printed prosthetics are superior to existing methods of prosthetics manufacturing and offer numerous benefits – they are lightweight and strong, comfortable and customisable; accurate and cost-effective; can be manufactured for a fraction of the price and ensures complete accuracy. This new generation of prosthetic limbs promises to ease the transition of patients who have lost their limbs due to accidents, natural disasters, and wars as well as to people of…

The US space agency NASA revealed that an asteroid the size of the famous Big Ben clock tower in the British capital, London, is approaching, 173,000 km from Earth, on Saturday, and it will be twice as close to the moon, which orbits at a distance of 384,400 km. The diameter of the asteroid, which was called “2023 DZ2”, is estimated to be 93 metres, the height of the Big Ben clock tower is 96 meters, and its maximum possible diameter is 96 meters, and scientists claim that it could be as small as 41 meters. It is estimated that…

Ramadan is around the corner, and InterContinental Hotels at Dubai Festival City is all set to offer guests a renewed focus on spending time with friends and family, in addition to embracing the spirit of the holy month. While guests will have the opportunity to indulge in Iftar and Suhoor offerings specially curated by world-class chefs in four distinct venues, they will also have access to stunning staycation offers. “Ramadan is a special occasion to connect, bond and make memories. This Ramadan, we want guests to experience family-time and luxury at the same time. Our offerings have been curated and…

The first generation of MG Motor’s all-new MG ONE has arrived in the Middle East. Available in three trims at Inter Emirates Motors, a subsidiary of Ali & Sons Holding LLC and the official distributor of MG in the UAE, the all-new 2023 MG ONE will strengthen the British-born brand’s increasingly popular model portfolio, offering customers even more style, technology and travelling comfort at great value prices. The MG ONE harnesses the latest technology with the introduction of SAIC Motor’s self-developed all-new modular SIGMA architecture platform, housing a 1.5 Turbo unit delivering 181hp and max. torque of 285Nm – powering…

Al Habtoor Motors LLC, the sole distributor of JAC vehicles in the UAE, has launched an exclusive state-of-the-art showroom that features JAC’s lineup of premium passenger and commercial vehicles. First of its kind in terms of corporate brand identity, the 650 sqm JAC Showroom is located at a key location in Deira, Dubai. Currently, the brand boasts a network of nine combined showrooms across the UAE. The new showroom features a prominent place for the hero car and eight other models, including the J7, S3+, JS4 and M4. It also has a free customer parking facility, a delivery area for…

This Ramadan, Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh welcomes guests to experience the true essence of the Holy Month with a distinctive line-up of culinary celebrations and tranquil experiences to be shared with family and friends.A Memorable StayFor a perfect escape in the city, the hotel’s special Ramadan Retreat package offers families a relaxing getaway in newly renovated rooms and suites inclusive of Iftar for two at the Ramadan Tent, 25% off on food & beverage, 25% off on spa treatments, 25% off on laundry and complimentary valet parking.Guests can also create unforgettable memories with a special Ramadan Nights package offering guests 20% off on room…

The green space venue in the middle of the city, located in Hazmieh; “Jardin de Ville” is proud to announce its upcoming Mother’s Day event on March 21 at 12 PM sharp. Located in the heart of the city in Hazmieh, the event is organized by Joelle Roumi of Classy solutions, and will feature live music by Andrea Bou Nehme, performing a mix of French 80s oldies and Arabic songs. Catering will be provided by Chaudron, serving delicious food and drinks for attendees to enjoy. Mia Baz Nehme and Joelle Nehme, the Managing Partners of Jardin De Ville, express their excitement for this…

Visionize Technology, the leading tech-hospitality company, announces the latest addition to its diverse portfolio with the recent signing of Bab Al Qasr hotel, a premium property, situated in one of Abu Dhabi’s prime locations on the Corniche. Covering 412 rooms, 265 residences and all the outlets, the aim is to enhance the guest experience, lower overall business costs and generate more revenue. The property is expected to witness an increase in the average spent per guest after the implementation of Visionize, mainly due to built-in smart marketing and upselling features, along with fantastic visual experience and a seamless multilingual interface.…