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Abu Dhabi will soon be replacing their low-skilled human workers with their all-purpose service robots at a lot of different sectors including hotels, exhibition centers, airport and shopping malls.

PAL Robotics, which is part of Abu Dhabi’s Royal Group conglomerate, recently launched a 1.65m tall tall humanoid robot called REEM and trialed it at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC). The robots proved so successful that ADNEC has placed an order for 20 robots and PAL plans to open a factory next year in the emirate to manufacture REEM humanoids.

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Now’s the time to go visit the Taj Mahal for those who haven’t already, because according to the experts it could collapse within 2 to 5 years due to the rotting wooden foundation. Cracks have started showing up in the wall and the four minarets are showing signs of tilting. Hash & I have always wanted to go see the Taj Mahal and I guess we’ll have to make travel plans soon enough.

I also read that London’s Big Ben have started tilting to one side. This is bad news for the world’s famous monuments.

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Al Corniche Club is organizing Halloween parties for Juniors and Kids with KD1 off the registration fee to be donated to Bayt Abdullah Children’s Hospice. Those interested in registering their kids should do so at the Creche as places are limited.

Juniors’ Halloween Party
- For ages 6-15 years old
- Thursday, 27th October
- Costume Party from 7-9 pm at the beach area
- Lots of fun, best costume competition, treat and dinner
- KD5 for members & KD7 for non-members
- Last date for registration: Sunday, 23rd October

Kids’ Halloween Party
- For ages 3 months-5 years old
- Monday, 31st October
- Costume Party from 5-7 pm in the function room (restaurant)
- Lots of fun, best costume competition, treat and dinner
- KD3 for members & KD5 for non-members
- Last date for registration: Sunday, 28th October

For more information, call 25636398 or email them on info@alcornicheclub.com

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Hayatt Breast Cancer Foundation is organizing a charity gala dinner to raise awareness for this cause, to fund the costs of chemotherapy treatments for cancer patients and to hopefully start a screening and early prevention procedure of breast cancer for women living in Kuwait (in collaboration with the Ministry of Health).

Dr. Jamie E. Terry, a renowned breast specialist from the Memorial Hermann Hospital, is traveling from the US to especially attend the charity gala and will also deliver a lecture to the audience. Famous singer Amal Maher will sing Oum Kulthoum songs to entertain the valued guests. A great event for a great cause.

When: Wednesday, October 26th

For more information and to reserve seats, call 97700724.

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I spotted a new branch of Max opening up in Kuwait City in Jawhara Tower on Ali Al-Salim street.

Max is the value fashion retail store that belongs to the Landmark Group which also owns Centrepoint and Splash.

H&M’s new Conscious Collection for Fall 2011 is available in stores now. The collection is inspired by the romantic Swedish folklore and is very feminine featuring embroidered wool coats, lace blouses, floral printed dresses and shoes that are perfect for the fall season.

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Mövenpick Hotel & Resort is the first hotel in Kuwait to be awarded the Green Globe Certification. Here are some of the environmental initiatives carried out by them:

• Water-saving devices in all guest rooms and public areas
• Energy-saving light bulbs to save power
• Active involvement in local and international charities
• Own recycling program for paper, plastic and cans
• Engaged a ‘Zero Emission Aim’ regarding their carbon footprint which includes travel to and from
• Involving guests in the sustainability programs by inviting them to use the recycle bins placed across the property, making them aware of special measures such as air conditioning cut-off when they leave their rooms as well as linen reuse

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Hash and I went strolling in the old Salmiya market last weekend and we passed by the Family Bookshop. I actually saw through their window that they had some bargains on all the books so we decided to go in and take a look. I couldn’t even remember the last time I had been inside, it was probably over 10 years ago and the place looked very depressing now. They have some court case going on with the building owner since it’s going to be demolished soon. The guy in the shop said that they would move to a new place but they haven’t decided on anything yet.

Anyways, they have some stealer deals going on and they’re selling most of the books for only KD1 and 50% off on a lot of others. They want to finish off their stock before they close down so make sure you pass by and pick up a few books for old times’ sake.

Arabian Business has compiled a list of the Top 10 employers in GCC based on their research into various issues like salary, benefits, chances of promotion, working conditions, perks and the quality of the people. Kuwait’s MH Alshaya Company came in at #2 on the list as the only retailer to make the grade. Here is the full list:

1. Emirates Airline
2. MH Alshaya Company
3. Omnicom Media Group
4. Batelco
5. Emaar
6. GE (General Electric)
7. Standard Chartered
8. Qatar Foundation
9. Siemens
10. Aramex

Read more about them all [Here]

I just found out that Anya Hindmarch, the British luxury handbag designer who designed Catherine Middleton’s official bags for her wedding and honeymoon, will be coming to Kuwait sometime next year. They have signed a deal with Qatar’s SH Almana Co for the Middle East and they’re planning to open the first store at Dubai Mall early next year with further stores in Abu Dhabi, Kuwait and Qatar.

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