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A Lighthearted, Luminous Fragrance of Freshly Blooming Flowers.
Summary: Just in time for spring, comes a refreshingly feminine scent that captures the season's budding enthusiasm. New from Est?e Lauder, Beautiful Spring Veil is a bouquet of a thousand flowers t . . .

Christian Bernard Group sets up Middle East subsidiary.
Summary: Christian Bernard Group, founded in 1973, is one of the world leaders in the watch and jewelry industry. With headquarters in Paris, it has built up a unique business through the gradual in . . .

ADC Announces Beneficiaries of Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah Scholarships for Aqaba's Old Town.
Summary: The Aqaba Development Corporation (ADC) announced yesterday the names of the students who were selected for Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah Scholarships, which are being provided by ADC . . .

AUB publication delivers stimulating array of essays on Mideast topics.
Summary: The Faculty of Arts and Sciences at the American University of Beirut issued a new volume of its annual publication, Al-Abhath, a refereed journal which publishes articles and reviews in th . . .

Abu Dhabi arrives in Berlin -- new marketing initiatives in German market.
Summary: Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA) Abu Dhabi has arrived at one of the world's largest travel trade exhibitions, ITB Berlin. Abu Dhabi arrives in Berlin -- new marketing initiatives in Ge . . .

Iraq: Tariq Aziz sentenced to 15 years in prison.(Brief article)
Summary: Saddam Hussein's former foreign minister, Tariq Aziz, was convicted of crimes against humanity and sentenced to 15 years in prison Wednesday Saddam Hussein's former foreign minister, Tari . . .

Diyar Al Muharraq and Ministry of Health Collaborate on Healthcare Facilities for Its Residents.
Summary: As part of its efforts to work with Bahrain's various Government bodies to coordinate the best possible execution of the landmark project, Diyar Al Muharraq Chairman Mr. Abdul Hakim Al Khay . . .

Etisalat launch limited edition Wasel SIM Cards for its mobile customers.
Summary: To commemorate its recent partnership with FC Barcelona, the renowned European football club, Etisalat plans to introduce a limited edition of mobile SIM cards, honoring this association. E . . .

Candy and Hoover Introduce New Intelligent Washing Machines that Consume Less Water and Electricity.
Summary: Candy and Hoover have developed new and intelligent washing machines that provide consumers in Jordan with a more efficient appliance that uses less electricity, less water and significantl . . .

D-Link Launches Next-Generation High-Performance, Multi-Layer Modular Switch System.
Summary: D-Link Middle East, the end-to-end computer network solutions provider for consumer and business, today introduced its next generation chassis-based switch system offering advanced intellig . . .

Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC successfully concludes its ordinary General Meeting.(Conference news)
Summary: Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC (DFM: GULFNAV) successfully concluded its second Annual General Meeting attended by the firm's board and key shareholders. The shareholders approved a cash divi . . .

Global recognition for Jebel Ali port's information security management system.
Summary: Global marine terminal operator DP World's flagship Jebel Ali Port has become the first port in the world to gain ISO 27001:2005 certification from Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance (LRQA) . . .

Gulf companies prepare for new economic era by acquiring assets and training new recruits.
Summary: Gulf-based businesses are preparing for the new economic order by leveraging on the new growth opportunities presented by the current global financial crisis. Long-term growth measures incl . . .

Arwa releases new album.
Summary: The Yemeni artist Arwa has produced a new album herself called "Ghasbin Anak" (You Are Compelled To), including 14 songs The Yemeni artist Arwa has produced a new album herself called "Gh . . .

Darine Hadshiti's beauty confessions.(Brief article)
Summary: The Lebanese artist Darine Hadshiti announced that she had plastic surgery on her nose. She said that she is not embarrassed to admit that she had the surgery and that she is thinking of ha . . .

Nancy chooses eclectic Arabic name for her unborn daughter.(Brief article)
Summary: The famous Lebanese artist Nancy Ajram refused to reveal the name that she has chosen for her unborn daughter, but she did say that it is an eclectic Arabic name The famous Lebanese artis . . .

Solaf Fawakhirji awaits her second baby.(Brief article)
Summary: Syrian actress Solaf Fawakhirji is trying to finish filming the scenes of her latest television drama series "Akher Ayam Al Hob" (The Last Days Of Love) as soon as possible According to t . . .

Mini Arab summit held in Riyadh.(Conference news)(Brief article)
Summary: Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah hosted a four-way meeting of Arab leaders on Wednesday aimed at closing ranks ahead of an Arab summit at the end of March in the Qatari capital. Saudi Arabia' . . .

Basel Al Khayat between two films.
Summary: The Syrian actor Basel Al Khayat just finished filming the new film "Al Laila Al Taweel" (Long Night), written by Haytham Haqi The Syrian actor Basel Al Khayat just finished filming the n . . .

Zain Al Omar and Ayman Zabib's concerts canceled in Australia.
Summary: Young artists Zain Al Omar and Ayman Zabib were supposed to perform live concerts in Australia, arranged by 'Rotana,' but the concerts were suddenly cancelled due to the wildfires spreading . . .

Jamal Suleiman first born on the way after a long wait.(Brief article)
Summary: The famous Syrian actor Jamal Suleiman is living the time of his life after his wife of 6-years Rana Salman gave birth to their first baby The famous Syrian actor Jamal Suleiman is living . . .

Jenny Isbar goes from wild to wearing a Hijab.
Summary: The Syrian actress Jenny Isbar just finished filming the new television drama series "Shita' Sakhin" (Hot Winter), directed by Firas Dihni and written by Fouad Hamireh The Syrian actress . . .

Air Arabia takes off to Goa, India, in April.
Summary: Air Arabia, the first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) in the Middle East and North Africa, announced today that it will launch service to the Indian city of Goa beginning April 16, 2009. . . .

Sudan: US embassy warns of "terrorist" attacks.
Summary: The U.S. State Department has allowed the departure of non-emergency personnel and family from its embassy in Khartoum due to "uncertain" security conditions following the expulsion of aid . . .

F5's VIPRION Application Delivery Controller Selected by Recruit to Address.
Summary: VIPRION enables highly optimized application performance, server consolidation, and infrastructure scalability without disrupting services, while F5's iControl API provides automation for r . . .

Dolphin energy completes routine maintenance program.
Summary: Dolphin Energy Limited has issued the following statement in relation to the company's routine maintenance of its facilities in Qatar. Dolphin Energy Limited announced today that it has c . . .

Amadeus Middle East appoints new Sales Engineer.(Amadeus Global Travel Distribution S.A. appoints Naqqash Jaleel )
Summary: Amadeus, a leading provider of technology to the travel and tourism industry, today announced the appointment of Naqqash Jaleel as Sales Engineer for Travel Office Products and Services, Am . . .

CMCS partners with Adept Management Ltd. to enhance regional Project & Portfolio Management practices.
Summary: Collaboration, Management and Control Solutions (CMCS), a leading provider of Project and Portfolio Management solutions and an authorized representative of Oracle Primavera in the Middle E . . .

Business leaders demand video on the move.
Summary: A consumer behaviour study by Ericsson (NASDAQ:ERIC) and CNN has revealed that the international business elite are increasingly accessing the internet while on the move. The growing need f . . .

Cultural Season at ADU: People are at the Top of the Abu Dhabi Government's Public Political Agenda.(Abu Dhabi University)(Confe
Summary: Abu Dhabi University organized a seminar about the public political agenda of the Abu Dhabi Government as part of a series of events which forms part of the cultural season at ADU. Cultur . . .

Dubai Bank expands reach to SMEs with new branch in the Department of Economic Development.
Summary: Dubai Bank announced its strategic partnership with the Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED), with the opening of the bank's new branch in DED's headquarters in Deira. This makes . . .

Dubai eGovernment holds first forum on enhanced Government eServices Statistics System.
Summary: Dubai eGovernment announced that it successfully held today (March 10, 2009) the first forum for government departments involved with the enhanced Government eServices Statistics System (Ge . . .

Dubai imports of toys and baby accessories worth over AED 603 million - Dubai ports statistics.
Summary: A growing percentage of toys imported into Dubai remains within the country for local consumption, as re-export of toys in the GCC dropped continuously during the last two years, according . . .

Edutech introduces first-of-its-kind hybrid learning solution in engineering education.
Summary: Edutech Middle East, a leading provider of technology-enabled information and learning solutions, has unveiled a first-of-its-kind 'hybrid learning' solution in engineering education, at th . . .

Emirates Lands at ITB to Reaffirm Commitment to Travel Industry.
Summary: Emirates has moved to stabilise some of the turbulence around the travel industry by standing firm in its support for ITB, the world's largest travel trade show. Emirates Lands at ITB to . . .

ENOC management staff 'Pumps Up the Volume' at ENOC/EPPCO forecourts.(Emirates National Oil Company Ltd.)(Emirates Petroleum Pro
Summary: A record number of 97 staff members from ENOC corporate offices pumped fuel, cleaned windshields, served at the Convenience Stores and washed vehicles as part of the annual "Pump up the Vol . . .

International School of Creative Science pledges.
Summary: Sharjah Autism Centre will benefit from a three-day charity event organised by Sharjah-based International School of Creative Science (ISCS). The school's 7th annual charity bazaar, which c . . .

Emirates Unveils E-Zone In Business Class Lounge.
Summary: Emirates has unveiled its dedicated and unique technology and entertainment corner called e-zone, located in the Business Class Lounge at Terminal 3. Emirates Unveils E-Zone In Business C . . .

Eton Institute Announces Massive Discounts in Celebration of its Anniversary.
Summary: Eton Institute, Dubai's leading institute of languages today announced massive discounts on all its courses in celebration of its anniversary tomorrow. Anyone interested in the wide range o . . .

FVC hosts annual Polycom Partner Conference for Middle East & North Africa.(Conference news)
Summary: FVC, Polycom's authorised Value Added Distributor across the Middle East and North Africa with dedicated offices in United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Egypt and Morocco, is hostin . . .

Baghdad: At least 28 killed in blast aimed at tribal leaders.
Summary: A suicide bomber killed 28 people and injured 28 others on Tuesday during a tour by tribal leaders and security officials of a market in western Baghdad A suicide bomber killed 28 people . . .

Cairo: Palestinian factions hold talks on unity government.(Brief article)(Conference notes)
Summary: Rival Palestinian factions held a meeting in Cairo on Tuesday aimed at forming a national unity government and resolving major disputes between Hamas and Fatah. Rival Palestinian factions . . .

Assad to hold talks with Saudi king.
Summary: Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his Egyptian counterpart Hosni Mubarak are planning to visit Riyadh on Wednesday for talks with Saudi King Abdullah, the official SPA news agency announ . . .

LG Electronics' Crystal Clear Design Leadership.
Summary: LG Electronics, a worldwide technology and design leader in mobile communications, today unveiled the world's first transparent design phone, the LG-GD900, at the Mobile World Congress 2009 . . .

Final designs will be showcased and the winner announced at The Bride Show Dubai.
Summary: Ten amateur designers and twelve Middle Eastern fashion students have been short-listed to win the CRYSTALLIZEDao Young Designers Award, the region's foremost fashion competition for weddin . . .

Bahrain to be represented in global judging panel for world summit awards '09.(Bahrain Internet Society )
Summary: Following the resounding success of the Bahrain eContent Awards (BEA) '09, Mr. Nawaf Abdulrahman - President of the BEA Judging Committee and VP of Bahrain Internet Society and IT Director . . .

Ferguson Modular Appoints New Director of Business Development.(Gary Wilson)
Summary: Ferguson Modular, a division of the Ferguson Group, has appointed a new director of business development, as part of a continuing ambitious growth strategy. Ferguson Modular Appoints New . . .

Crystallized,ao young designers award shortlists finalists.
Summary: Ten amateur designers and twelve Middle Eastern fashion students have been short-listed to win the CRYSTALLIZEDao Young Designers Award, the region's foremost fashion competition for weddin . . .

Ahli United Bank is Gold Sponsor of 9th GCC Banking Conference.(Conference news)
Summary: Ahli United Bank (AUB) is supporting the upcoming 9th GCC Banking Conference as a Gold sponsor. The 9th GCC Banking Conference will be held under the patronage of His Highness the Prime M . . .

Inmarsat broadband goes global.
Summary: Inmarsat, the leading provider of global mobile satellite communications services, today announced the completion of global coverage for its mobile broadband services. Inmarsat broadband . . .