First Vice Chairman Khalid Alzayani, who is head of the BCCI old markets committee, presided over a recent meeting that was held in Bait Altijjar.  Read More »

United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) recently announced that a research team of professors from the Department of Geology in the College of Science has been conducting a study of sea level changes in the UAE in collaboration with Sweden's Uppsala University. Read More »

The University of Nizwa recently announced that its Computer Science Section (CSS), Department of Mathematical and Physical Sciences (DMPS) and College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) have successfully finished the process of renewing the IEEE Student Branch of Nizwa University. Read More »

Umm Al-Qura University (UQU) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia recently announced that the Standing Committee for Training and Scholarships has held its 23rd meeting for the academic year 1436/1437H. Read More »

A newly signed agreement between BP and Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) aims to allow both companies to invest in oil and gas products in Kuwait and beyond. Read More »

While discussing the progress of preparations for the fifth annual Made in Qatar exhibition, Qatar Chamber leaders noted that 80 percent of the space has been booked.  Read More »

Powerwave Odyssey custom well stimulation method can now be implemented in Saudi Arabia. Read More »

Global Equity International Inc. and secondary group Global Equity Partners Plc. recently announced that VT Hydrocarbon Holdings (VTH) has approved the financial portion of a real estate deal for a piece of land and facility in Jordan.  Read More »

The authorization of new and existing masts and towers was addressed at a workshop hosted by the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA).  Read More »

One year ago, Qatar Petroleum (QP) invited international oil companies to participate in a competitive tender process regarding the future development of the Al Shaheen oil field, currently operated by Maersk Oil. Read More »

In an effort to sustain Qatari traditions, Qatar Insurance Group recently hosted a Suhoor assembly at the La Cigale hotel for staff and family members.  Read More »

After a complete month of fasting for Ramadan, UAE residents may be tempted to overeat with Eid holiday celebrations just around the corner. Read More »

The Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF) recently held its second quarterly meeting of the year with Rasheed Al Maraj, governor of the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) and chairman of the board, presiding.  Read More »

The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) recently announced a drastic reduction in fees for VHF Radio for small ships and dual-band radio for hunting.  Read More »

In order for member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) to better the sectors of their economies that are struggling, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) supports the countries in their privatization programs. Read More »

Dubai in the United Arab Emirates already is a bustling cosmopolitan hub, complete with awe-inspiring attractions, luxury amenities and a good deal of urban engineering and social planning that leads to quality of life for residents and visitors; and now the Smart Dubai Office is literally working toward the goal of a technical utopia with something called the Happiness Agenda. Read More »

Dan Nainan took an unconventional route to stand-up comedy. As a senior engineer at Intel, he traveled all over the world to talk about the company's technology. He said he found public speaking terrifying, but after taking a stand-up comedy class he bacame more confident, so much so that he does comedy for a living. In the course of his travels, Nainan often ends up in places like Dubai. Read More »

United Trust Real Estate has listed a four-bedroom, four-bathroom villa in Riffa Al Shamali, Al Riffa, for $901,020. The 4,068-square-foot three-story villa has a view of the local golf course and rooftop access. The indoor kitchen includes a pantry and two refrigerators, while the outdoor kitchen has a gas oven. There is a laundry room and a maid’s room with a bathroom. Read More »

Located in Dubai's sought-after Green Community, this stunning terrace apartment boasts a spacious open floor plan with 3,627 square feet of living space. The apartment has a sizable combination living and dining room, a large and well-equipped kitchen and a cozy breakfast area. The living areas feature large windows that offer breathtaking lake views. Read More »

Etihad Airways, based in Abu Dhabi, recently won top honors at the Treasury Today Adam Smith Awards 2016 for setting a world-class standard in treasury and financial best practices in all areas of its operations. The company garnered the Top Treasury Team award as well as awards for Best Financing Solution and Best Cash Management Solution at the awards event in London. Read More »