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		<title>Sourcefire Expands IPS Solutions Portfolio, Adding FirePOWER™ To The Industry’s Leading Protection</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2011 11:02:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Expansion Includes a New Modular and Scalable High-Speed Platform, a Streamlined IPS for New Markets, and Enhancements to its Next-Generation IPS Software]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Dubai, UAE – April 19, 2011 &#8212; Sourcefire, Inc. (Nasdaq: FIRE), the creator of Snort® and a leader in intelligent cybersecurity solutions, today announced that it has expanded its IPS solutions portfolio on three fronts with:<br />
•	Sourcefire IPSx – A streamlined, easy-to-manage IPS<br />
•	Sourcefire 4.10 software release – Enhanced awareness and 3rd party interoperability for the Next-Generation Intrusion Prevention System (NGIPS)<br />
•	Sourcefire 8000 Series Appliances – A modular and scalable high-speed platform powered by new FirePOWER™ technology for enterprise customers</p>
<p>“Intrusion Prevention Systems play an integral role in protecting businesses against today’s most sophisticated threats, and Sourcefire is continuing to address customers’ critical scalability, performance and protection requirements with the expansion of its IPS portfolio,” said Charles Kolodgy, research VP at IDC. “By offering simplicity, sophistication and performance, Sourcefire is providing customers with flexible capabilities appropriate for the unique threats facing individual networks.”</p>
<p>With today’s announcement, businesses with varying security requirements and network complexity can choose from a range of Sourcefire solutions to enhance their protection, including:<br />
Sourcefire IPSx – A Streamlined IPS Solution for New Markets and Customers<br />
For companies with specific security or compliance requirements, but who may not have a dedicated security team, Sourcefire IPSx offers an intuitive GUI that simplifies IPS implementation and management. This new solution is ideal for channel distribution and addresses needs in many emerging international markets. </p>
<p>Sourcefire IPS 4.10 – Enhanced Awareness and 3rd-Party Interoperability<br />
Sourcefire has enhanced key capabilities of its existing IPS and NGIPS solutions. The latest version adds increased application awareness, improved GUI performance and added detection for key applications including Facebook, Windows Media Player, Google Toolbar, as well as Apple, Android and Blackberry mobile devices. </p>
<p>New 8000 Series Appliances with FirePOWER – Modularity, Scalability and Performance<br />
The Sourcefire 8000 Series appliances set a new standard for IPS hardware, addressing enterprise requirements for flexible configurations, lower entry prices, and faster processing of network data. At the heart of the new 8000 Series appliances lies the breakthrough FirePOWER acceleration technology, providing market leading performance with lower power consumption, and a universal security architecture that will be able to support a range of Sourcefire security solutions. The new hardware provides users with up to 40Gbps of throughput and over 20Gbps of real-world IPS protection.  In addition, based on the 8000 Series scalable design, the new hardware will be stackable to deliver 80Gbps of throughput and more than 50Gbps of protection. With this unmatched performance, the world’s most accurate IPS is now also the world’s fastest.  </p>
<p>The new 8000 Series appliances also offer interface modularity, allowing customers the flexibility to choose and expand the number and type of ports to suit their needs today and in the future. As part of the 8000 Series set of network modules, Sourcefire is introducing the industry’s first 40Gbps security interface, which is expected to be available later in 2011.<br />
“As an update to our 2010 IPS Group Test, NSS tested the Sourcefire 8260 IPS appliance and it achieved in excess of 27 gigabits of real-world performance,” said Vik Phatak, Chief Technology Officer, NSS Labs, Inc. “Based on these results, the 8260 is the fastest IPS we have tested to date and has the lowest per megabit cost we have calculated.”<br />
“As threats continue to become more targeted and sophisticated, companies of all sizes are increasingly at risk,” said Marc Solomon, Vice President of Product Management at Sourcefire. “With today’s additions to Sourcefire’s IPS portfolio and enhancements to the core technology, we are enabling customers to implement the exact solution to fit their configuration, price and performance requirements.” </p>
<p>The Sourcefire IPS 4.10 is available immediately.  Sourcefire IPSx, and the 8000 Series appliances will all be available in early May.</p>
<p>About Sourcefire</p>
<p>Sourcefire, Inc. (Nasdaq:FIRE), is a world leader in intelligent cybersecurity solutions.  Sourcefire is transforming the way Global 2000 organizations and government agencies manage and minimize network security risks. Sourcefire’s IPS, Real-time Network Awareness and Real-time Adaptive Security solutions equip customers with an efficient and effective layered security defense – protecting network assets before, during and after an attack. Through the years, Sourcefire has been consistently recognized for its innovation and industry leadership by customers, media and industry analysts alike – with more than 50 awards and accolades. Today, the name Sourcefire has grown synonymous with innovation and network security intelligence. For more information about Sourcefire, please visit http://www.sourcefire.com.<br />
SOURCEFIRE®, Sourcefire IPS™, SNORT®, RAZORBACK™, FirePOWER™, the Sourcefire logo, the Snort and Pig logo, SECURITY FOR THE REAL WORLD™, SOURCEFIRE DEFENSE CENTER®, SOURCEFIRE 3D®, RNA®, RUA®, DAEMONLOGGER™, CLAMAV®, IMMUNET™, COLLECTIVE IMMUNITY™and certain other trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sourcefire, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Other company, product and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.</p>
<p>Investor Contact:<br />
Staci Mortenson<br />
ICR, Inc<br />
+1.203.682.8273<br />
Staci.mortenson@icrinc.com</p>
<p>Middle East Media Contact:<br />
Nirmala D’souza/Michelle Silva<br />
Oak Consulting FZC<br />
+971507343840/ +971507818568<br />
nimi@oakconsulting.biz<br />
michelle@oakconsulting.biz 				</p>
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		<title>LIMITLESS SIGNS MORE HOUSEHOLD NAMES IN LEASING DEALS AT THE GALLERIES</title>
		<link>http://www.emiratesweek.com/2011/03/8686</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 20 Mar 2011 14:03:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dubai, 9 March 2011: Limitless has now leased almost 350,000 sq ft of A-grade office space at The Galleries at Downtown Jebel Ali, with new contracts from engineering giant Siemens and professional services firm Arup. Siemens and Arup join L’Oreal, Ericsson, Kraft Foods and a string of other global and local companies currently operating or [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Dubai, 9 March 2011: Limitless has now leased almost 350,000 sq ft of A-grade office space at The Galleries at Downtown Jebel Ali, with new contracts from engineering giant Siemens and professional services firm Arup. </p>
<p>Siemens and Arup join L’Oreal, Ericsson, Kraft Foods and a string of other global and local companies currently operating or undergoing fit-out at Limitless’ flagship project in Dubai. </p>
<p>Saeed Ahmed Saeed, CEO of Limitless, said: “The Galleries is now a firmly established business hub and one of Dubai’s most sought after commercial locations. We are delighted to welcome Siemens and Arup to our expanding community, and look forward to building long, strong relationships with them – here in Dubai, the UAE and across the region.”</p>
<p>The Galleries is located on Sheikh Zayed Road, 45 minutes by car from Abu Dhabi. There are four office towers, each with 195,000 sq feet of office space, plus 68,000 sq ft of retail space, 40 per cent of which is occupied or reserved.  There’s also a 215,000 sq ft landscaped outdoor Plaza: a giant communal garden with shaded seating areas, cafes and restaurants and a 300-seat amphitheatre.<br />
The Galleries offers modern, tailor-made accommodation with onsite facilities management and tenant relations teams.  Areas for lease range from 3,500 sq ft to 15,000 sq ft per floor, and multiple floors can be taken. </p>
<p>Commercial tenants at The Galleries include Siemens, L’Oreal, Kraft Foods, Ericsson, SPX, Arup and Permasteelisa Gartner. Retail tenants operating now or opening shortly include Standard Chartered Bank, Citibank, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, Blom Bank, Fresh Plus convenience store, Diamond Lease car hire and a number of eateries, including Oregano, Mushmaool, Subway, Nordsee and Appetite.</p>
<p>To find out more about leasing at The Galleries, call +971 4435 7868. Alternatively, visit  www.downtownjebelali.com or www.limitless.com</p>
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		<title>HONEYWELL’S UOP AND SAUDI ARABIA’S KING FAHD UNIVERSITY OF PETROLEUM &amp; MINERALS TO COLLABORATE ON PETROCHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT</title>
		<link>http://www.emiratesweek.com/2011/02/6707</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2011 10:43:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[DHAHRAN, Saudi Arabia, Feb. 1, 2011 – UOP LLC, a Honeywell (NYSE: HON) company, announced today that it will collaborate with the King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, for the development of catalytic processes for petrochemicals production. Honeywell’s UOP and the KFUPM have signed a five-year agreement that will [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>DHAHRAN, Saudi Arabia, Feb. 1, 2011 – UOP LLC, a Honeywell (NYSE: HON) company, announced today that it will collaborate with the King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, for the development of catalytic processes for petrochemicals production.</p>
<p>Honeywell’s UOP and the KFUPM have signed a five-year agreement that will allow university professors and researchers to collaborate with company scientists on catalyst development and processes for aromatics production. Aromatics are a critical raw material used in the production of petrochemicals such as plastics and detergents.</p>
<p>“We look forward to this collaboration, which will enhance the university’s research and development capabilities, and will also support Saudi Arabia’s growing aromatics industry,” said Ben Christolini, vice president and chief technology officer of research and development for Honeywell’s UOP. “This agreement represents UOP’s ongoing commitment to our partnerships within the<br />
Kingdom’s refining and petrochemical industry.”</p>
<p>“The agreement symbolizes continued cooperation between KFUPM and UOP to strengthen the university’s capabilities in catalyst and catalytic process development,” said Dr. Sahel Abduljauwad, vice rector of applied research for the KFUPM.</p>
<p>Honeywell’s UOP is the world’s leading licensor of process technology for the production of aromatics and has licensed more than 725 individual process units for the production of aromatics to date.</p>
<p>In 2009, Honeywell opened a technical center on the KFUPM campus as part of a broader initiative to build an integrated facility for three of its businesses at the university’s Dhahran Techno Valley (DTV) business cluster. In 2011, Honeywell Building Solutions, Honeywell Process Solutions and UOP will open a joint office to enhance existing relationships and partnerships with organizations<br />
such as the KFUPM, Saudi Aramco and SABIC, while keeping close geographical proximity to its many important customers in the energy industry.<br />
The DTV business cluster was established by the KFUPM to attract the research and<br />
development centers of local and international companies and to promote new businesses. It is<br />
envisaged as a leading research and technology development nucleus with comprehensive business<br />
support.<br />
UOP LLC, headquartered in Des Plaines, Illinois, USA, is a leading international supplier and<br />
licensor of process technology, catalysts, adsorbents, process plants, and consulting services to the<br />
petroleum refining, petrochemical, and gas processing industries. UOP is a wholly-owned subsidiary<br />
of Honeywell International, Inc. and is part of Honeywell’s Specialty Materials strategic business<br />
group. For more information, go to www.uop.com.<br />
Honeywell International (www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 diversified technology and<br />
manufacturing leader, serving customers worldwide with aerospace products and services; control<br />
technologies for buildings, homes and industry; automotive products; turbochargers; and specialty<br />
materials. Based in Morris Township, N.J., Honeywell’s shares are traded on the New York, London,<br />
and Chicago Stock Exchanges. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit<br />
www.honeywellnow.com.<br />
This release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of<br />
1934. All statements, other than statements of fact, that address activities, events or developments that we or our<br />
management intend, expect, project, believe or anticipate will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements.<br />
Forward-looking statements are based on management’s assumptions and assessments in light of past experience and<br />
trends, current conditions, expected future developments and other relevant factors. They are not guarantees of future<br />
performance, and actual results, developments and business decisions may differ from those envisaged by our forwardlooking<br />
statements. Our forward-looking statements are also subject to risks and uncertainties, which can affect our<br />
performance in both the near- and long-term. We identify the principal risks and uncertainties that affect our performance<br />
in our Form 10-K and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.</p>
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		<title>MAN VS. WILD season</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 13:38:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[MAN VS. WILD season is a celebration of the adventures that await when mere humans go head to head with Mother Nature… Especially when we find that she doesn’t always play nice! From the fun and wonder of Extreme Fishing and River Monsters to the downright terrifying I Was Bitten and Untamed and Uncut, the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>MAN VS. WILD season is a celebration of the adventures that await when mere humans go head to head with Mother Nature… Especially when we find that she doesn’t always play nice! From the fun and wonder of Extreme Fishing and River Monsters to the downright terrifying I Was Bitten and Untamed and Uncut, the fight is on! This is fun-packed action and drama and just the type of entertainment that is guaranteed to excite.<br />
MAN VS. WILD season on Discovery Channel (OSN) Mondays from 22:00 – 01:00 (UAE), and every weekday from 01:00 &#8211; 02:00 (UAE).<br />
For more information, please find attached a press kit for this exciting season. The kit features:<br />
-	MAN VS. WILD press release<br />
-	River Monsters<br />
-	Jeremy Wade Biography (River Monsters presenter)<br />
-	Jeremy Wade Q&#038;A<br />
-	River Monsters fast facts<br />
-	Extreme Fishing with Robson Green 1 &#038; 2<br />
-	Extreme Fishing with Robson Green Episode Billings<br />
You may also be interested in knowing that our upcoming seasons for Discovery Channel are:<br />
-	Human Files Month (March) &#8211; This season is filled with shocking &#8216;I can&#8217;t take my eyes off the screen&#8217; moments that are irresistible. Shows include My Shocking Story, Half Ton Son, 45 Stone Virgin, World’s Heaviest Man and many others.</p>
<p>-	Turbo Month (April) &#8211; In this season you can watch out for Fifth Gear 16, American Chopper 6, Wheeler Dealers 6, Street Customs Berlin, Twist the Throttle and many more that will get the car lovers heart revving!</p>
<p>For more information, please contact:<br />
Adnan Abdel-Razzak<br />
Rawaj International<br />
Adnan.a@rawajinternational.com<br />
+971 4 365 4557</p>
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		<title>Chaumet Celebrates its First Anniversary in Dubai Mall</title>
		<link>http://www.emiratesweek.com/2009/11/724</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:06:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dubai, UAE, Nov, 19, 2009 (ME Newswire): SOPHIE MARCEAU, the international French Actress and Chaumet advertising ambassador in Dubai to CELEBRATE THE FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF THE CHAUMET BOUTIQUE IN DUBAI Mall. On this occasion, Chaumet hosted an exclusive VIP event at its boutique in Dubai Mall on November 11th, 2009. Around 500 guests including Mr. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Dubai, UAE, Nov, 19, 2009 (ME Newswire)</strong>: SOPHIE MARCEAU, the international French Actress and Chaumet advertising ambassador in Dubai to CELEBRATE THE FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF THE CHAUMET BOUTIQUE IN DUBAI Mall.</p>
<p>On this occasion, Chaumet hosted an exclusive VIP event at its boutique in Dubai Mall on November 11th, 2009.</p>
<p>Around 500 guests including Mr. Thierry Fritsch &#8211; President of Chaumet, Mr. Patrick Chalhoub &#8211; CEO of Chalhoub Group, Ingie Chalhoub &#8211; President and Managing Director of Etoile Group, Chaumet&#8217;s VIP clientele and members of the press attended this lavish event.</p>
<p>On this occasion, the guests were honored to witness the unveiling of &#8220;Le Grand Frisson&#8221; collection which was introduced in &#8220;Avant-premiere&#8221;.</p>
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		<title>Lufthansa offers Ramadan Specials from UAE, Kuwait and Oman to Europe</title>
		<link>http://www.emiratesweek.com/2009/08/420</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 10:05:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dubai, 26th August 2009: Lufthansa German Airlines, one of the leading global carriers, launched special fares from the UAE, Kuwait and Oman to 40 destinations in Europe. A round-trip flight from UAE to Europe can be booked starting for as little as AED 1090 and from Kuwait to Europe starting from KWD 79 and fares [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Dubai, 26th August 2009:</strong> Lufthansa German Airlines, one of the leading global carriers, launched special fares from the UAE, Kuwait and Oman to 40 destinations in Europe. A round-trip flight from UAE to Europe can be booked starting for as little as AED 1090 and from Kuwait to Europe starting from KWD 79 and fares from Oman to Europe starting from OMR 79. Destinations include Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, Copenhagen, Düsseldorf, Geneva, Hamburg, Hanover, London, Lyon, Madrid, Oslo, Paris, Prague, Rome, Valencia, Venice, Vienna, Warsaw, Zurich and more.</p>
<blockquote><p>Mr. Peter Pollak, General Manager Passenger Sales UAE &amp; Director Gulf, Lufthansa German Airlines said, “I would like to wish everyone a warm felt Ramadan Kareem. In our consistent efforts and dedication to our UAE, Oman and Kuwait customers, Lufthansa introduces this Ramadan special with very attractive fares to 40 European destinations, combined with our extensive network worldwide. We are positive this offer will be well received by our passengers who would like to beat the summer heat and fly to their favorite destinations in Europe with these special fares from Lufthansa”.</p></blockquote>
<p>Customers can book their tickets before September 18, 2009 and are required to commence travel latest by February 15, 2010. Hence, Lufthansa is also offering a very long travel period. This gives customers the opportunity to buy now and travel in the coming months, either for leisure, business, Eid break or Christmas holidays. The maximum period of stay is 3 months.</p>
<p>Lufthansa German Airlines is the only airline connecting Dubai and Abu Dhabi with 20 weekly flights to Frankfurt and Munich. . Lufthansa flies daily from Kuwait to Frankfurt and also offers daily flights from Muscat to Frankfurt shortly before midnight (actual departure times vary for the different weekdays). Lufthansa, the German flag carrier has an extensive route network, connecting the region to a total of 194 destinations in 79 countries which can be reached from Frankfurt and Munich.</p>
<p>The Ramadan Special fares offer quoted above for UAE, Kuwait and Oman are available if booked online at www.Lufthansa.com as well as through local travel agents. These fares are excluding taxes and service charges and subject to special conditions. For more information or to make a reservation, please visit our website or contact the Lufthansa office in Dubai on 04-3432121, in Oman on 00968-2479-6692 and Kuwait on 00965-2242-2493 or your local designated travel agencies.</p>
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		<title>Emirates Islamic Bank launches Ramadan Promotion</title>
		<link>http://www.emiratesweek.com/2009/08/418</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2009 08:51:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dubai, UAE, 23-Aug-2009: Emirates Islamic Bank got into the spirit of Ramadan by launching INTALEQ (Vehicle Finance) Promotion. This new Sharia-compliant vehicle finance promotion will run until the 30th of September 2009, giving its customers an easier way to gift themselves a car during this auspicious time of the year. Based on the Islamic concept [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Dubai, UAE, 23-Aug-2009:</strong> Emirates Islamic Bank got into the spirit of Ramadan by launching INTALEQ (Vehicle Finance) Promotion. This new Sharia-compliant vehicle finance promotion will run until the 30th of September 2009, giving its customers an easier way to gift themselves a car during this auspicious time of the year.</p>
<p>Based on the Islamic concept of Murabaha, INTALEQ Ramadan Promotion offers an array of benefits and features such as competitive profit rates, installment &amp; profit holiday for after 90 days and a host of other benefits.</p>
<blockquote><p>“Ramadan holds a special significance for our bank, our customers and the community, and we wanted to reflect this by launching a very special offering which reflects the spirit of Ramadan!” said Mr. Faisal Aqil, GM Retail Banking for Emirates Islamic Bank.</p></blockquote>
<p>Customers can also benefit from tailor-made features designed to suit their wallets like the 72-month repayment periods. This feature gives them the distinct advantage of planning out their finances and simultaneously helps them have an improved lifestyle today with the ease of long-term repayments.</p>
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		<title>Iraqi designer walks away with ‘Arwa’a Abaya’ winning prize</title>
		<link>http://www.emiratesweek.com/2009/08/413</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2009 12:46:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dubai, 20-Aug-2009: ‘Arwa’a Abaya’, the competition launched by specialized black abaya washing product Persil Abaya Shampoo, has concluded after 8 weeks, during which contestants showcased their talents in designing abayas on MBC1 during the morning show &#8216;Sabah Al Khair Ya Arab&#8217;. Iraqi contestant Shouq Taher walked away with the first prize of RS 50,000 for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Dubai, 20-Aug-2009:</strong> ‘Arwa’a Abaya’, the competition launched by specialized black abaya washing product Persil Abaya Shampoo, has concluded after 8 weeks, during which contestants showcased their talents in designing abayas on MBC1 during the morning show &#8216;Sabah Al Khair Ya Arab&#8217;. Iraqi contestant Shouq Taher walked away with the first prize of RS 50,000 for her design, which impressed the judges who made their decision based on creativity of the design and quality of execution.</p>
<p>Commenting on her win, Shouq said:</p>
<blockquote><p>“I’m very pleased about winning this competition, which allowed me to bring my creative ideas to life and showcase my talent in fashion design, especially in designing abayas that distinguish Khaleeji women. My abaya was inspired by spring, designed as a butterfly full of the happy and vivid colors of this season.’</p></blockquote>
<p>‘In the past, the Khaleeji abaya consisted of one piece that is worn from the head down to cover all the body, despite differences in some details that reflected the individuality of each country. This dress changed over the years and consisted of two separate pieces for the head and the body,’ said Mohammed Al Samhan, one of the competition judges and owner of Al Yashmac Fashion. ‘Even as designs of abayas became more creative and fashionable, this traditional dress maintained its black color across the region. The move by Persil Abaya Shampoo to launch this competition has proved the great talent that Arabian woman enjoys, as she translates her creativity into beautiful designs that contribute to highlight this dress as part of our proud heritage.’</p>
<p>UAE designer Amal Murad, jury member and owner of ‘Redaa’, said:</p>
<blockquote><p>‘Abayas in the GCC have become more than just a traditional black dress, and now reflect a wide variety of models and designs that serve the needs of khaleeji women &#8211; students workers or housewives. These abayas are elegant, and at the same time preserve the decency and originality of this traditional dress.</p></blockquote>
<p>‘Arwa’a Abaya’ was a great way to discover creative designing talents that will help launch new designs to further introduce the world to this special line of fashion, which now runs its own fashion shows,’ she added.</p>
<p>The competition, the first of its kind in the region, has captured huge attention in terms of participation and audience, who watched its updates on leading Arabic channel MBC1.</p>
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		<title>Dubai Ladies Club Announces a Full Calendar of Ramadan Activities</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dubai: 20 August, 2009: Dubai Ladies Club, a member of Dubai Women Establishment, is organising a host of activities to enlighten, inspire and relax you during the holy month of Ramadan. Members and non-members alike are invited to participate in large selection of cultural and social events, art exhibitions and workshops. The workshops and events [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Dubai: 20 August, 2009:</strong> Dubai Ladies Club, a member of Dubai Women Establishment, is organising a host of activities to enlighten, inspire and relax you during the holy month of Ramadan.</p>
<p>Members and non-members alike are invited to participate in large selection of cultural and social events, art exhibitions and workshops. The workshops and events are open to ladies and children only.</p>
<p>The many various planned attractions will include the first ladies-only Ramadan tent in the UAE overlooking the clubs pristine and private beach. Each week, the tent will feature a new theme (African/Moroccan/Lebanese/Emirati) and will incorporate beautiful traditional design and cuisine of the country; hence guests will learn and experience how Ramadan is celebrated around the world. There are no entry charges for the Ramadan tent. However, the Ramadan Tent will now offer an impressive buffet menu (Iftar for AED95 per person and Suhoor for AED75) as well as à la carte menu.</p>
<p>Moreover, guests visiting the tent will receive a goodies bag and also be entered into a raffle to win a Family Holiday Package to Thailand worth AED50,000. The package will include four return tickets from Dubai to Bangkok as well as a 4-nights stay at a luxury 5-star property in Thailand.<br />
Dubai Ladies Club will be open from 9 am till midnight during Ramadan.</p>
<p>For more information: <span style="font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;" lang="EN-GB"><a href="mailto:info@dubailadiesclub.com"><span style="color: blue; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">info@dubailadiesclub.com</span></a></span></p>
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		<title>World-famous Hyderabadi biryani on the menu at Le Méridien Al Aqah in September</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Fujairah, United Arab Emirates , 20 August, 2009: Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort’s Indian restaurant Swaad will celebrate the culture of Hyderabad with a biryani festival from September 16 to 30. Throughout Ramadan, the popular Layali Al Aqah Ramadan tent will serve iftar and sohour, while Views restaurant will offer a daily iftar buffet. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Fujairah, United Arab Emirates , 20 August, 2009:</strong> Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort’s Indian restaurant Swaad will celebrate the culture of Hyderabad with a biryani festival from September 16 to 30. Throughout Ramadan, the popular Layali Al Aqah Ramadan tent will serve iftar and sohour, while Views restaurant will offer a daily iftar buffet.</p>
<p>Hyderabad biryanis are a staple of the cuisine in Hyderabad, the fifth largest city in India which has a rich heritage from the Qutb Shahi dynasty. Swaad Restaurant will be offering a variety of different biryanis, starting from AED 50, including traditional Hyderabadi Kacchi gosht ka biriyani, Sofiyani biryani, Kheema biriyani and Tarkari biryani.</p>
<p>The Layali tent will be open daily during Ramadan, from 7:00pm to 2:00am, serving traditional Arabic delicacies prepared by Le Méridien Al Aqah’s famous Arabic chef who will be flown in for the occasion. The extensive menu includes fetir, pastry stuffed with scrumptious fillings such as cream, fruit and nuts; hommous, foul madamas, and balila. Hot and cold Ramadan drinks, such as tea, coffee, sahlab, helba and karkade will also be served, and flavored shisha will be available. Mezzes are priced between AED 25 to AED 35, mains are priced between AED 45 to AED 60 and desserts are priced between AED 30 to AED 40. The cover charge is AED 75 per person.</p>
<p>Views restaurant will serve an affordable iftar menu during Ramadan, priced at AED 78 per person while Taste Restaurant will offer Regional Food of Thailand from September 1 to 15. Prepared by Chef Praiwan, the menu will feature favorites from the four main regions of Thailand &#8211; Central/Bangkok, North/Chiang Mai, Northeast (Issan) and the South. Dishes are priced from AED 50.</p>
<p>Swaad Restaurant and Taste Thai Restaurant are both open daily for dinner from 7:00pm to 10:30pm.</p>
<p>Throughout September, Views continues its international evenings, priced at AED185. Starting at 7pm at Views, diners can choose from Festa Italiana on Saturdays, Asian Breeze on Sundays, Tour de France on Mondays, Locavores on Tuesdays, Mexicana on Wednesdays and Sea View on Fridays. All of the menus include a refreshing selection of beverages. Views restaurant is also offering a value-packed Friday lunch from 12:30pm to 3:30pm, priced at AED 199 including pool and beach access.</p>
<p>Gonu Bar and Grill, on the shores of the resort’s private beach, offers all day dining, as well as moonlight dinners tailor-designed for guests. During September, enjoy a romantic dinner on the beach for AED 600 per couple for a special set menu, including limited special beverages.</p>
<p>And for more private dining, hotel guests can enjoy the convenience of dining in the comfort and privacy of their own rooms through the 24-hour In Room Dining service. During September, a special Al Aqah Burger menu will be on offer, in addition to the existing menu featuring a range of international cuisines.</p>
<p>Astro’s, the 20th floor bar with a spectacular view of the Hajar Mountains and the Indian Ocean, is an ideal venue for after work-beverages. Astro’s is open daily from 7:00pm to 1:00am and happy hour is from 9:00pm to 10:00pm</p>
<p>Tea &amp; Dates, the hotel’s stylish lobby lounge, offers a daily special, and is open from sunset to midnight during Ramadan. The menu features an assortment pastries, fresh croissants, sandwiches, salads, dates, and delectable cakes, complemented by the finest hot and cold beverages, including a signature coffee menu. After Ramadan, Tea &amp; Dates will be open daily from 10:00am to 10:00pm and on weekends from 10:00am to 11:00pm.</p>
<p>For reservations, please call +971 9 244 9000 or visit lemeridien.com/fujairah</p>
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