MEDICAL CONFERENCE | Riyadh To Host Conference On Alzheimer’s Disease

RIYADH | SAUDI ARABIA - - An international conference focusing on Alzheimer’s disease is to be staged in Riyadh later this month. The fourth gathering of experts associated with the progressive brain disorder is being organized by the Saudi Alzheimer’s Disease Association in cooperation with its strategic partner the King Abdul Aziz City for Science … Continue reading MEDICAL CONFERENCE | Riyadh To Host Conference On Alzheimer’s Disease

WOMAN’S EMPOWERMET | 2,514 Working Women Benefit From Saudi Human Resources Development Fund Program

The Saudi Human Resources Development Fund (HADAF) announced that 2,514 Saudi female employees benefited from accredited centers for nurseries and daycare for children in various regions of the Kingdom. Hadaf also amended the conditions of enrollment and support mechanisms in the Qurrah Program, in order to contribute to the empowerment and stability of women in … Continue reading WOMAN’S EMPOWERMET | 2,514 Working Women Benefit From Saudi Human Resources Development Fund Program

TRAVEL ESSENTIALS | UAE Cabinet Approves 5 – Year Multi – Entry Tourist Visa

The UAE Cabinet has approved the issuance of a five-year multi-entry tourist visa for all nationalities visiting the country. The decision was made during the Cabinet's first meeting during 2020 the Year of Preparation, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai. The move comes … Continue reading TRAVEL ESSENTIALS | UAE Cabinet Approves 5 – Year Multi – Entry Tourist Visa

HEALTH CONFERENCE | Riyadh To Host 4th International Alzheimer’s Disease Conference

Riyadh will host the 4th International Alzheimer’s Disease Conference, to be organized by the Saudi Alzheimer’s Disease Association in cooperation with King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST), at KACST’s headquarters to be held during 27 – 29 January 2020. This Conference represents the Association’s endeavors with decision makers in serving Alzheimer’s patients in … Continue reading HEALTH CONFERENCE | Riyadh To Host 4th International Alzheimer’s Disease Conference

BUSINESS | Saudi Arabia Sets Out Night Shift Labor Code

JEDDAH | Saudi Arabia – Business can now hire people for night shifts as the Kingdom shifts to 24-hour trading, with the government releasing the terms and condition for employment. The regulations are to make sure the rights of night shift workers are protected and that employers maintain a healthy work environment. Night shifts run … Continue reading BUSINESS | Saudi Arabia Sets Out Night Shift Labor Code

CHILD PROTECTION | Saudi Justice Minister Vows Action Against Underage Marriages

BREAKING NEWS | Saudi Justice Minister Vows Action Against Underage Marriages RIYADH | SAUDI ARABIA – Saudi Justice Minister Dr. Walid bin Mohammed Al-Samaani on Monday issued a memorandum to all courts and marriage officials to refrain from concluding any marriage contract for those under the age of 18. The minister instructed the courts and … Continue reading CHILD PROTECTION | Saudi Justice Minister Vows Action Against Underage Marriages

INSPIRATIONAL WOMEN | Forbes Names The World’s Most Powerful Women Of 2019

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has been named the world’s most powerful woman for the ninth year running in a wide – ranging list intended to celebrate the most 100 most influential females of the year. Forbes’2019 edition of its World’s Most Powerful Women released Thursday, marked a return for the German leader, who had made … Continue reading INSPIRATIONAL WOMEN | Forbes Names The World’s Most Powerful Women Of 2019

SOCIAL MEDIA | Sharjah Issues Social Media Law For Government, Influencers

Crown Prince of Sharjah and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Committee, issued and Executive Decree No. 39 of 2019 that makes it mandatory for all government departments in Sharjah to first get approval from the Sharjah Media Office prior to using services offered by social media influencers. According to the … Continue reading SOCIAL MEDIA | Sharjah Issues Social Media Law For Government, Influencers

LIFESTYLE | Restaurants In Saudi Arabia No Longer Need To Segregate Woman And Men

RIYADH | SAUDI ARABIA – Men in Saudi Arabia will no longer need to use separate entrance for male customers or sit behind partitions at restaurants in the latest measure announced by the government. In the past, cafes and restaurants were segregated by “family” sections which were allocated for women who are out on their … Continue reading LIFESTYLE | Restaurants In Saudi Arabia No Longer Need To Segregate Woman And Men

UAE | Dubai’s Global Village Broke Attendance Records During The National Day Holiday.

National Day is particular saw the highest daily footfall – 140,000 – shattering all previous Global Village records and contributing to an overall tally of more than 650,000 guest the six-day period. “Global Village has always been the destination of choice for those celebrating National Day in the UAE” , said Bader Anwahi, Chief Executive … Continue reading UAE | Dubai’s Global Village Broke Attendance Records During The National Day Holiday.