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Iraqi News
05-04-2025
- Business
- Iraqi News
Baghdad's unique stationer, Al Rubaie Library in Karrada, reopens after fire
Baghdad ( – A much-anticipated event took place in Baghdad's Karrada district yesterday, April 4th, 2025, as the Al Rubaie Library and store officially reopened its doors. Regarded as one of the city's most unique stationery destinations, its return comes after dedicated recovery efforts following earlier fire damage. The reopening generated significant buzz, with many Baghdadis expressing excitement online and eager to visit the restored space. Its return is a welcome sign of resilience and the restoration of a valued local business cherished by the community. Al Rubaie is renowned as the premier destination in Baghdad for bespoke stationery needs, widely known as the first stop for customized items tailored for events, personalized gifts, and special celebrations. Furthermore, the reopened store continues its tradition of catering to the creative community with a dedicated corner offering essential drawing supplies for artists. Back in business in Karrada, Al Rubaie Library and store resumes its special place, reaffirming its reputation for unique custom stationery and essential art supplies while offering an inspiring example of perseverance for the Karrada community and beyond.
Observer
03-04-2025
- Business
- Observer
Fak Kurba helps release of many prisoners
MUSCAT: The 12th Fak Kurba Initiative has successfully secured the release of 999 financially distressed individuals since its launch before Ramadhan. This edition, launched on February 25, under the auspices of Dr Hamad bin Hamdan al Rubaie, Chairman of the Omani Lawyers Association (OLA), has so far secured the release of more than 8,000 individuals over the years. Dr Al Rubaie affirmed that the efforts of those involved in the initiative are ongoing to secure the release of more cases. He highlighted the significant support the initiative has been receiving from institutions, companies and individuals. "And this year, the initiative aimed to secure the release of as many individuals who are detained for small financial offences with the participation of community members and various institutions from across the country," he said. Al Rubaei thanked all supporters who have contributed to the initiative's success. Al Rubaie highlighted that since its inception, the initiative has embodied the noble values and objectives upheld by Omani society. It reflects a remarkable story of cooperation and solidarity among individuals, civil institutions, and official entities. "This has been evident in the statistics and achievements recorded throughout previous editions, as well as assisting as many deserving individuals as possible." Most of the people who were acquitted of minor and unintentional financial offences in the past 12 years, were those who were facing legal proceedings or detained for financial offences. He further said that the initiative has succeeded in securing the release of all eligible cases in the Governorate of Dhofar. "In 2024 alone, we managed to secure the release of 1,219 people detained for financial offences in various jails of Oman or were facing legal proceedings in different courts of the country," he said.
Times of Oman
25-02-2025
- Politics
- Times of Oman
Omani Lawyers Association launches 12th edition of Fak Kurbah initiative
Muscat: The Omani Lawyers Association has launched the 12th edition of the "Fak Kurbah" initiative, a charitable campaign designed to collect financial donations for the release of individuals imprisoned due to insolvency. Dr. Hamad bin Hamdan Al Rubaie, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Omani Lawyers Association, emphasised that the initiative is a continuation of the association's commitment to humanitarian work within Omani society. "Since its inception, the initiative has demonstrated the noble goals and values inherent in Omani society, reflecting the spirit of cooperation and solidarity among its members and institutions," said Al Rubaie. "This is evident in the initiative's statistics from previous years, which have enabled us to assist a significant number of deserving individuals." Dr. Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al Zadjali, General Supervisor of the "Fak Kurbah" initiative, stated, "The initiative, under the supervision of the Omani Lawyers Association, has been running for 11 years. In previous editions, we successfully facilitated the release of over 7,110 insolvent individuals who met the initiative's criteria." He added that this year's initiative aims to release approximately 1,300 individuals, with support from community members and various institutions.
