Albawaba.com back issues from July 2009:
Qatar: One dead, 29 missing as ship sinks.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: A commercial services vessel carrying 35 people of various nationalities sunk on Tuesday morning off the coast of the Qatari capital Doha A commercial services vessel carrying 35 people of various nationalities sunk on Tuesday morning off the coast of the Qatari ...
Al Franken declared winner, ending 8-month battle.(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2009 ... After an 8-month battle, the Minnesota Supreme court decided in Democrat Al Franken's favor making him the newest US Senator from Minnesota. The 5-0 ruling confirmed the court's decision "that Al Franken received the highest number of votes legally cast and is entitled under ...
Air Arabia brings family and friends closer with special summer offer.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Air Arabia, the first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) in the Middle East and North Africa, announced today the launch of a special summer promotion aimed at bringing families and friends closer to their loved ones living in the UAE. Air Arabia brings family and ...
Beit Al Khair Society Contracts ProTeleCo to Install Avaya IP Telephony to Aid Humanitarian Work.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Beit Al Khair Society, a renowned organization set up by philanthropists in the UAE to provide humanitarian services to the needy, has signed a contract with ProTeleCo, an international telecommunication solution provider, to upgrade its current basic server key communication ...
Fujitsu's Windows 7 upgrade program for end customers launches June 26th.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Details of the royalty-free Windows 7 upgrade program were announced by Fujitsu Technology Solutions. From June 26, end customers purchasing qualifying products will be offered an upgrade voucher that can be redeemed when the new operating system is launched by Microsoft later ...
Middle East Growth: Baker Botts Opens Abu Dhabi Office; Triples Lawyer Headcount.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Client demand for legal services in the Middle East continues to fuel expansion for Baker Botts L.L.P., prompting the firm to increase its commitment to the region by opening an office in Abu Dhabi -- its third in the Middle East -- and upgrading and expanding the firm's current ...
Nissan Jordan Wraps Up Traffic Awareness Campaign for School Students with a Carnival.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Bustami & Saheb Trading Co. LTD (BSTC), the exclusive dealers of Nissan in Jordan, wrapped up its traffic awareness campaign (Safety with Nissan) for school students with a carnival at Action Target, comprising various fun-filled activities like competitions, games, and prizes, ...
Ziad Saleh Releases Album at Regency Palace Hotel.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Jordanian singer Ziad Saleh recently released his new album in an elaborate reception held in Trader Vic's Amman, The Regency Palace Hotel's trademark restaurant. Ziad Saleh Releases Album at Regency Palace Hotel Jordanian singer Ziad Saleh recently released ...
United Arab Emirates Wins International Renewable Energy Agency Headquarters.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, has been selected to house the secretariat of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), marking the first time an international organization has chosen a Middle East city for its headquarters. IRENA will be located in ...
Trend Micro Offers Free Trial Web Security Services for the PSP.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Trend Micro is offering free trial Web security services for the PSP(R) (PlayStation(R)Portable) handheld entertainment system and paid Web security services for the PLAYSTATION(R)3 (PS3(R)) computer entertainment system from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI). ...
More than 12,000 GCC national students enrol in ICDL program during summer training camps.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: ICDL GCC Foundation, the governing body and certification authority of the International Computer Driving Licence (ICDL) program in the Gulf region, has recently announced that in partnership with Ministries of Education and Education Councils, more than 12,000 GCC national ...
NEC Display Solutions Unveils New Wide Format Displays for Medical Imaging.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: NEC Display Solutions has announced that it has extended its MDview series of medical imaging displays with two wide-format colour devices. The new NEC MDview242-2 and MDview262-2 are equipped with IPS colour panels, which churn out a resolution of 1920-by-1200 pixels (2.3 ...
Summer Months Ideal Time to Improve Golf Game, Say Region's Leading Instructors.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Teaching professionals at the Butch Harmon School of Golf believe that the summer months are a great opportunity for golfers looking to improve their game. Summer Months Ideal Time to Improve Golf Game, Say Region's Leading Instructors Butch Harmon School of ...
NIVEA SUN Invisible Protection Transparent Spray.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: The new NIVEA SUN Invisible Protection Transparent Spray shields you from the sun with none of the fuss of conventional sun protection creams and lotions. The clear formula comes in an easy-to-apply spray that is 100% non-greasy, providing reliable sun protection with no ...
Interactive online tour showcases Etihad Experience.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Etihad Airways, the UAE's national airline, has launched an advanced new online 'micro-site' which showcases its award-winning in-flight and ground experience. Interactive online tour showcases Etihad Experience Etihad Airways, the UAE's national airline, has ...
Pure Gold Jewellers announces 1st winner of free diamond jewellery.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: A 29-year-old Indian national is the proud winner of a free diamond jeweler from award-winning customer service jewellery retailer Pure Gold Jewellers. Praveen Agarwal from Dubai is the first winner of Pure Gold Jewellers "scratch and win" card promotion whereby ...
RAK FTZ delegation attends prestigious trade events in Germany.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone (RAK FTZ) was centre-stage recently at two of the most prestigious trade events in Germany: the 12th German-Arab Business Forum in Berlin and the RAK FTZ sponsored Ost Westfalen-Lippe (OWL) Meets UAE event in Bielefeld. RAK FTZ delegation ...
Sri lanka tourism promotion bureau to support lanka challenge.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau's (SLTPB) Middle East office has announced official support for the forthcoming Lanka Challenge, a ten-day charity adventure rickshaw race taking place in Sri Lanka during September. Lanka Challenge 09 will see adventurous travellers from around ...
Hamas, Fatah delay agreements in Cairo.(Conference news)(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Palestinian rivals Hamas and Fatah have ended their latest round of talks in Cairo without reaching a deal. Palestinian rivals Hamas and Fatah have ended their latest round of talks in Cairo without reaching a deal. The meeting between Hamas and Fatah along with the ...
Sultan Qaboos University gets HPC from Sun.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: The Sultan Qaboos University in Muscat has deployed Sun's High Performance Computers (HPC) to run their Physics applications. The HPC System will allow researchers at the University to work on a range of computationally-challenging science and engineering applications that require ...
TDIC's inaugural global bond issue hailed a great success.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Tourism Development & Investment Company (TDIC), a master developer of major cultural, residential and tourism destinations in Abu Dhabi, launched its US$ 1 billion bond representing its inaugural issuance under the US$ 3 billion Global Medium Term Note (GMTN) Programme. ...
Volkswagen named "Advertiser of the year" in Cannes.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: At the 56th International Advertising Festival "Cannes Lions 2009", Europe's largest automaker was presented with its first Lion in the "Advertiser of the year" discipline -- thus receiving the highest accolade in the advertising industry. Volkswagen has been presented with around ...
Industry leaders discuss Middle East's premier custom, tuning and motorsports festival.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Key representatives from the custom, tuning and motorsports industry met with organisers United Business Media in the Dubai Westin Mina Seyahi hotel on the 22nd of June to discuss Barbican Turbo and how it can best serve the industry. Barbican Turbo is the Middle East's custom, ...
Golf Digest publishes first ever Middle East course ranking.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: In a first for the region, the Middle East edition of Golf Digest has this month published an official ranking of the 10 best courses in the Gulf. The Majlis course at Emirates Golf Club was named No.1 by Golf Digest's panel of expert judges, with the region's other two European ...
360 Mall to open doors for shoppers on july 5th.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: 360 MALL, the future of luxury shopping, has arrived in Kuwait. The 82,000 mA gross leasable area mall will open its doors for shoppers on July 5th. When fully open, the mall will offer a mix of over 130 luxury and upscale brands including fashion, accessories, entertainment and ...
Etisalat Answers BlackBerry Subscriber Queries.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Etisalat today confirmed that its BlackBerry plan offers Unlimited Data Services in 120 countries around the world while roaming without any additional charges regardless of usage in these markets. Subscribers can use the BlackBerry service and all its applications across these ...
Barak and Mitchell meetbuf fail to agree on settlement freeze.(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak and United States special envoy to the Middle East George Mitchell met in New York yesterday Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak and United States special envoy to the Middle East George Mitchell met in New York yesterday to talk ...
Nicki Minaj: the next Lil Kim?(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2009 ... Onika Maraj, known in the music world as Nicki Minaj, has taken the female rapping world by storm. The 24 year old singing, rapping, sensation has signed with Lil Wayne and Gucci Mane's Young Money Entertainment label for the sale of her albums. Minaj comes from Jamaica, Queens, New York ....
Ohio woman wins Mega Million Lottery.
Jul 01, 2009 ... A Warren, Ohio woman won a second-tier Ohio Lottery, the day she was training an employee on the lottery machine. Linda Morgan, who manages Lottery News Connection, bought a leftover ticket and won $250,000 after matching five numbers in the ...
Iran confirms 20 died in post election riots.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Twenty people died and more than 1,000 detained in the post election protests last month, Iran's police chief said Wednesday. Twenty people died and more than 1,000 detained in the post election protests last month, Iran's police chief said Wednesday. "No policeman was ...
Elissa and Haifa given permission to perform in Syria.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: The art association in Syria gave permission to a number of Lebanese artists like Haifa Wahbe and Elissa to perform in Syria and to participate in Syrian music festivals The art association in Syria gave permission to a number of Lebanese artists like Haifa Wahbe and ...
Rola Saed opens the summer season in Alexandria.(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: The Lebanese artist Rola Saed started her summer season hosting a live concert at the "Acacia Resort" in Alexandria, Egypt The Lebanese artist Rola Saed started her summer season hosting a live concert at the "Acacia Resort" in Alexandria, Egypt. According ...
Shireen asks for too much.(Shireen Abed Al Whahab )(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: The Egyptian artist Shireen Abed Al Whahab asked for a fee of 150,000 Egyptian pounds to sing for the new television series "Al Rajol Wa Al Tareeq" (The Man And The Road) which stars famous Egyptian actress Safyeh Al Omari The Egyptian artist Shireen Abed Al Whahab ...
May Salim's new clip.(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: The young Egyptian artist May Salim traveled from Cairo to Lebanon to film her latest video clip for the song "Kalam Kiteer" (Lots Of Talk) included on her latest album to be released during the upcoming 'Eid Al Fiter' holiday season The young Egyptian artist May Salim ...
Amr Diab's latest available for download.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: The leading Arab production company 'Rotana' will be releasing a new album by the famous Egyptian superstar Amr Diab this summer season The leading Arab production company 'Rotana' will be releasing a new album by the famous Egyptian superstar Amr Diab this summer ...
GAC India steps up on green initiatives.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: GAC India has rolled out a series of green initiatives at its Kakinada offshore base with the objective of minimizing its environmental impact on the local area, while continuing to provide a safe, secure and efficient base for the storage, maintenance and transport of vital ...
Badr Al Islami announces first Takaful Savings & Investment Programme.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: Badr Al Islami has announced the launch of Badr Takaful Savings & Investment Programme, the sharia'h compliant savings and protection scheme, available for the first time to Badr Al Islami and Mashreq customers. Badr Al Islami announces first Takaful Savings & ...
UAE State Audit Institution launches Internet hotline to report fraud.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: The UAE State Audit Institution (SAI) has set up a web-based hotline for members of the public to report on fraudulent activity within the UAE Federal Government. UAE State Audit Institution launches Internet hotline to report fraud The UAE State Audit ...
abu Dhabi's Department of transport introduces Air-Conditioned Bus shelters to the capital.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: The Abu Dhabi Department of Transport (DoT) today announced the completion of the first 20 air-conditioned bus shelters in the emirate. Open to the public from today, the new shelters are the first in phase one which will deliver 80 by the end of September, with a total of 550 ...
Yemen: Black box from plane found.
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: One of the black boxes from a Yemeni plane has been located, a Yemeni official said Wednesday One of the black boxes from a Yemeni plane has been located, a Yemeni official said Wednesday, a day after the Yemenia Air's plane crashed into the Indian Ocean off the ...
Peres invites Saudi King to Jerusalem.(Shimon Peres)(Abdullah)(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2009 ... Summary: In his keynote address at the opening session of the interfaith conference held in Kazakhstan on Wednesday, Israeli President Shimon Peres called on King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia, to meet in Jerusalem or Riyadh In his keynote address at the opening session of the ...
Al Malnik claims "Blanket" Jackson is his.(Prince Michael "Blanket" Jackson II)(Brief article)
Jul 01, 2009 ... Al Malnik, a mobster in Miami, Florida, and owner of The Forge claims he is the biological father of Prince Michael "Blanket" Jackson II, the third and youngest child of the late "King of Pop". Debbie Rowe, Jackson's ex-wife already claimed Michael is not the biological father of either of ...
DED unveils two new eServices.(Dubai Department of Economic Development )
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: The Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED) has unveiled two new eServices on its website, www.dubaided.gov.ae - to reserve and renew trade names. The initiative is aimed at boosting efficiency of operation, enhancing productivity and ensuring added-value service to ...
deutsche bank appointed as issuing & paying agent for the global medium term note program of tourism development & investment company.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: Deutsche Bank today announced its appointment as issuing & paying agent for the debut Global Medium Term Note program of Tourism Development & Investment Company (TDIC). TDIC is a master developer of leading tourism real estate assets within Abu Dhabi. The company is ...
Dubai Chamber discusses Leasing Commercial Space in Dubai.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: As part of its mission to enhance the business environment, Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry organized today (Wednesday) at its premises a roundtable on leasing Commercial Space in Dubai. Representatives from Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL)- specialized in real estate ...
Dubai Customs first corporate to receive ISO 10001:2007 from Lloyd's Register.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: Dubai- Scoring another worldwide success, Dubai Customs receives ISO 10001:2007 for its Client Service Charter. Lloyd's Register Group, an international organization that is a leading provider for ISO certificates announced that Dubai Customs is the first corporate to receive such ...
EastNets to offer SmartStream's TLM OnDemand across the Middle East, North Africa and US.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: SmartStream Technologies, the financial Transaction Lifecycle Management specialist, today announced a new partnership with EastNets, a leading provider of global compliance and payments solutions and services, and one of the world's largest SWIFT Service Bureau's. ...
Modern Living Sparks Health and Hygiene Concerns Amongst 80% of Residents in Middle East.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: Respiratory and nutrition problems dominate the health concerns of residents across the Middle East, according to a comprehensive study revealed by LG Electronics (LGE) and research partner, Synovate, at the 2009 MEA Healthcare Conference held in Dubai. Results of the ...
lunch with rugby legends townsend and snyman at nezesaussi grill & bar.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: If you haven't managed to bag a ticket to South Africa to witness this season's most eagerly awaited rugby series, Nezesaussi Grill & Bar is offering a fantastic opportunity to soak in some live sporting atmosphere with Lions and Springbok legends before the Lions Tour of South ...
customer data in safe hands.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: MEEZA today announced the opening of its new Command and Control Centre (C3) in Doha. The new control centre will enable its clients, which include Vodafone Qatar and Doha Land, to continue providing quality services to their customers with the reassurance of around-the-clock ...
denver international airport selects program manager and world-class architect for south terminal redevelopment work.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: Denver International Airport has selected Parsons Transportation Group to serve as program manager for the airport's South Terminal Redevelopment Program. DIA's plans to develop the area directly south of Jeppesen Terminal include a new Westin Hotel, the DIA FasTracks station, an ...
Amnesty accuses Israel of war crimes during Gaza offensive.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: Amnesty International on Thursday accused Israel of killing hundreds of unarmed Palestinian civilians and destroying thousands of houses in its December 2008 - January 2009 war in the Gaza strip. Amnesty International on Thursday accused Israel of killing hundreds of ...
Dubai Summer Surprises Announces - Saudi Arabian Winner For DSS Apprenticeship Programme 2009.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: Dubai Summer Surprises announced the winners of the DSS Apprenticeship Programme 2009, bringing together nine of the brightest students from key regional markets to participate in the highly successful Business Administration and Marketing internship, now in its fourth year. ...
nbad & luup to launch international money transfer via mobile phones.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: The National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD), the number one bank in the UAE, and leading mobile payment provider Luup International Ltd, TODAY announced they plan to provide a mobile money transfer service across the bank's international network NBAD enjoys the largest ...
Beirut Arab University Signs with UniversiTools.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: Beirut Arab University (BAU) in Lebanon has selected UniversiTools software to manage its full scheduling needs across university campuses in Lebanon and Egypt. Established in the Tarik El-Jadidah district of Beirut in 1960, BAU offers over 300 programs to 15,000 students per ...
Golden Systems Wins 'Best Sales' Award from KINGMAX.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: The company was recognised for its commitment and outstanding performance in promoting KINGMAX's best-in-class products across the Middle East region. The company was recognised for its commitment and outstanding performance in promoting KINGMAX's best-in-class products ...
HP Advances Scale-out Computing with Breakthrough Data Center Solution.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: HP Technology Solutions Group (TSG) today launched the HP Extreme Scale-Out (ExSO) portfolio designed to deliver a new magnitude of cost and resource savings for businesses involved in Web 2.0, cloud and high-performance computing. HP Technology Solutions Group (TSG) ...
Samsung Announces 2009 Business Strategy in Egypt.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., a leading mobile phone provider, recently hosted a roundtable discussion focusing on the company's 2009-2010 business strategy in Egypt. The main speaker at the event was Mr. Duke Park, Branch Manager of the Samsung Cairo Office, who provided his ...
Sharjah Economic Excellence Award executive committee discusses ways to enhance evaluation mechanism.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: Award's 8th edition to focus on stricter compliance with criteria, to be backed by aggressive marketing campaign Award's 8th edition to focus on stricter compliance with criteria, to be backed by aggressive marketing campaign The executive committee of the ...
mexico helps wfp meet critical food needs in gaza.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) today welcomed a donation of US$50,000 from the Mexican International Cooperation Fund for Development to support WFP Operation Lifeline Gaza. The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) today welcomed a donation of ...
Canon i-SENSYS laser products win three Buyer's Laboratory Inc. awards.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: Canon Middle East celebrates winning three 'Pick of the Year' awards from Buyers Laboratory Inc. (BLI), the office equipment industry's leading independent authority and provider of competitive testing and reviews. Canon Middle East celebrates winning three 'Pick of the ...
consumer electronics companies to demonstrate market strength and region's growth potential at gitex.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: Genius, Panasonic, and Sanyo Prepare for Years Biggest Technology Event, GITEX TECHNOLOGY WEEK; Smart Office' and 'Smart Home' Features Offer a Look into Technology of the Future Genius, Panasonic, and Sanyo Prepare for Years Biggest Technology Event, GITEX ...
Enjoy a luxurious escape with DSS Spa packages 2009.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: If you've been dreaming of indulging in muscle-melting moments at a Turkish Hammam, or being gently pummeled while dozing on a Balinese bamboo mat, the summer-long DSS Spa Promotions will let you enjoy an amazing selection of exotic escapes without ever having to leave the city. ...
Iraq death toll in June highest in 11 months.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: According to Iraq's Health Ministry, the number of Iraqi deaths in the month of June was the highest in almost a year. According to Iraq's Health Ministry, the number of Iraqi deaths in the month of June was the highest in almost a year. There were 438 deaths from ...
Major General Al Nuaimi Congratulates Volvo's Initiative in Supporting Traffic Week Events.
Jul 02, 2009 ... Summary: Volvo asserts its support to the implementation of safety standards and wish to play a vital role in road safety Volvo asserts its support to the implementation of safety standards and wish to play a vital role in road safety H.E. Major General Nasser ...