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Hospitality Net
02-06-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Hilton Scales Up Green Ramadan Initiative in 2025, Achieves 26% Reduction in Plate Waste during the Holy Month
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - Hilton announced the results of its Green Ramadan 2025 initiative, revealing a 26% reduction in post-consumer plate waste during the holy month. The month-long effort helped avoid more than 2.6 tonnes of food waste, the equivalent of more than 6,000 meals – reinforcing Hilton's commitment to reducing food waste across its hotels through consistent, measurable impact. Building on the momentum of previous years, the programme marked the initiative's biggest rollout yet, scaled across 45 hotels in 14 countries in EMEA and APAC, and served more than 340,000 guests during iftar and suhoor – traditional meals during Ramadan. Participating hotels in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Türkiye, Malaysia, the Seychelles, Nigeria and beyond undertook extensive training and aimed to close the loop across the food value chain by focusing on local sourcing, sustainable gastronomy, diversion by donation, composting where possible and forensic waste management – closely monitoring items observed to be most frequently wasted on guest plates, which included bread and pastry, vegetables, meat and grains. By adopting interventions such as guest messaging, smaller portions, live cooking stations, efficient food displays and switching to set menus, the campaign broke through food waste awareness barriers with an educational and interactive approach. Prior to the launch of this year's initiative, hotel teams were given instructive upskilling sessions and a food waste prevention playbook based on the key learnings gained from Green Ramadan 2024. These insights contributed to the success of the 2025 campaign, with plate waste dropping from 102g to 64g per cover over the course of the month. Additionally, over 11 tonnes of CO2 emissions were prevented, equating to more than 720,000 smartphone charges. The campaign was developed and delivered once again in collaboration with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) West Asia under the impactful Recipe of Change campaign, and Winnow – an AI-enabled food waste management solution. In 2025, the programme saw even greater integration across hotel teams, with Green Ramadan becoming a platform for locally led action, data-driven decision-making, and consistent team engagement throughout the month. From front of house to kitchen operations, team members across departments worked together to create more sustainable dining experiences and reduce avoidable waste. Green Ramadan 2025 was implemented by 45 Hilton hotels across 14 countries in EMEA & APAC, following a competitive application process and toolkit-based rollout. A total of 342,559 meals were served across iftar and suhoor during the Holy Month. Plate waste dropped by 26%, from 102g to 64g per cover, between Week 1 and Week 4. Total food waste was reduced by 35%, with data tracked using Winnow's AI technology and LightStay's daily reporting. 6,376 meals were saved from being wasted, based on Winnow's 400g per meal estimate. 2.6 tonnes of food waste and 10.9 tonnes of CO2e were avoided (based on a 4.3x multiplier for emissions savings). Hilton continues to partner with UNEP West Asia under the Recipe of Change campaign and Winnow to drive sustainable gastronomy and food value chain transformation across its global portfolio. About Winnow Winnow builds artificial intelligence tools to help chefs run more profitable and sustainable kitchens by cutting food waste in half. Launched in a single staff restaurant in 2013, Winnow has now been adopted by more than 3,000 sites globally. Winnow is a registered B Corporation operating in 94 countries with offices in Chicago, London, Dubai, Singapore, and Cluj-Napoca. Collectively, Winnow users are saving $85m annually, the equivalent of 50m meals a year from being wasted. For more information, visit About Hilton Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 24 world-class brands comprising more than 7,600 properties and nearly 1.2 million rooms, in 126 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, was named the No. 1 World's Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune and has been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for seven consecutive years. Hilton has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the nearly 190 million Hilton Honors members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.


See - Sada Elbalad
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Ahmed Hatem to Headline TV Series "Al Eind"
Yara Sameh Egyptian actor Ahmed Hatem is attached to star in the TV series "Al Eind". Hatem was last seen making a cameo appearance in Nelly Karim's star-studded TV series ' Ekhwaty '. The series also stars Ruby, Kinda Alloush, Gihan El Shamashergy, Aly Kassem, Hatem Salah, and more. It is scripted by Mohab Tarek, directed by Mohamed Shaker Khadir, and produced by Media Hub. "Ekhwaty" consists of 15 episodes and was screened during the Ramadan 2025 drama marathon. Hatem, born on December 25, 1987, made his acting debut in the 2006 film "Awqat Faragh". Other notable film credits include "El Kenz" (2017), "El Haram El Rabea" (2016), "Qeset Hob" (2019), "El Ghassala" (2020), "Arousty" (2021), and "Qamar 14" (2022). He is best known for his roles in TV productions "Vertigo" (2012), "Al-Sayyeda Al-Oula" (2014), "Ibn Halal" (2014), "Hawary Bucharest" (2015), "Haret El Yahoud" (2015), "Fo'k Mostawa Elshobohat" (2016), "Halawt Al-Dunia" (2017), "Ladina Aqwal Okhra" (2018), "Rasael" (2018), "One Block Behind" (2018), "Hekayti" (2019), "Leh Laa 2" (2021), "Shaqah 6" (2021), and "Ana W Heya" (2022). read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies


See - Sada Elbalad
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Ahmed Hatem to Guest Star TV Series "Zorouf Ghamda"
Yara Sameh Egyptian actor Ahmed Hatem will guest star in actor Amir Karara's horror TV series "Zorouf Ghamda". The series also features Sedky Sakhr, Aya Samaha, Nabil Eissa, and more. Mohamed Bakir directs the series from a script by Mohamed Nayer. "Zorouf Ghamda" consists of 10 episodes and marks Karara's first time presenting the horror genre. Hatem was last seen making a cameo appearance in Nelly Karim's star-studded TV series ' Ekhwaty '. The series also stars Ruby, Kinda Alloush, Gihan El Shamashergy, Aly Kassem, Hatem Salah, and more. It is scripted by Mohab Tarek, directed by Mohamed Shaker Khadir, and produced by Media Hub. "Ekhwaty" consists of 15 episodes and was screened during the Ramadan 2025 drama marathon. Hatem, born on December 25, 1987, made his acting debut in the 2006 film "Awqat Faragh". Other notable film credits include "El Kenz" (2017), "El Haram El Rabea" (2016), "Qeset Hob" (2019), "El Ghassala" (2020), "Arousty" (2021), and "Qamar 14" (2022). He is best known for his roles in TV productions "Vertigo" (2012), "Al-Sayyeda Al-Oula" (2014), "Ibn Halal" (2014), "Hawary Bucharest" (2015), "Haret El Yahoud" (2015), "Fo'k Mostawa Elshobohat" (2016), "Halawt Al-Dunia" (2017), "Ladina Aqwal Okhra" (2018), "Rasael" (2018), "One Block Behind" (2018), "Hekayti" (2019), "Leh Laa 2" (2021), "Shaqah 6" (2021), and "Ana W Heya" (2022). read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple


Syyaha
09-05-2025
- Automotive
- Syyaha
Samsung Electronics Saudi Arabia and Hyundai announce the winner of Samsung Wallet Ramadan campaign
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – May. 08, 2025 – Samsung Electronics Saudi Arabia and Hyundai announced the successful culmination of their Ramadan 2025 partnership, awarding a brand-new Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy 4×4 to a lucky Samsung Wallet user. The winner 'Omar Abdelqader Mustafa', was presented with the keys to their new vehicle yesterday at a ceremony held at the Hyundai showroom in Riyadh. The partnership, launched during the holy month of Ramadan, encouraged customers to explore the convenience and security of Samsung Wallet. Participants earned stamps for each transaction made using Samsung Pay, gaining entry into a draw to win the grand prize. 'We at Samsung are incredibly proud of this partnership with Hyundai. By working together, we aim to leverage innovation to provide Samsung users with services that make their everyday lives more convenient and exciting.' said Sami Khairalla, Head of mobile division in Samsung Electronics Saudi Arabia Samsung Wallet offers users a cutting-edge platform that not only simplifies their daily transactions but also aligns with the broader goals of Saudi Vision 2030. As a strategic alignment, this initiative supports the Kingdom's commitment to modernizing its financial sectors and embracing technological advancements that improve quality of life. For further details about Samsung Wallet, visit


See - Sada Elbalad
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Mai Ezz Eldin to Make Big Screen Comeback after 13-Year Hiatus
Yara Sameh Egyptian actress Mai Ezz Eldin is gearing up to make a comeback to the big screen after 13 years of absence. She made her last onscreen appearance in the 2012 film 'Game Over', which featured a starry cast that included Yousra, Ezzat Abu Ouf, Mohamed Nour,and Eman Al Sayyed. Ezz Eldin was recently seen in the romance-drama TV series " Alby We Moftaho ". The cast also stars Asser Yassin, Aida Reyad, Ashraf Abdel Baky, Samaa Ibrahem, Ahmed Khaled Saleh, Diab, and more. Tamer Mohsen directed the series from a script he co-wrote with Maha El Wazir. Mediahub is the studio behind the drama. The drama consisted of 15 episodes and marked the first collaboration between Yassin and Ezz Eldin. "Alby We Moftaho" was screened during the Ramadan 2025 drama marathon. Ezz Eldin, born on January 19, 1980, in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, studied sociology at the Faculty of Arts in Alexandria. In 2001, she learned that famous singer Mohamed Fouad was looking for a new face to star opposite him in his film 'Rehlet Hob' (A Love Journey), she took the risk and asked director Mounir Radi— who was a friend of the family— to introduce her to Mouhamed El Nagar the director of the film. El Nagar found in her a fresh pretty face and talent that they were searching for, in turn, he introduced her to Fouad who gave her first leading role. Ezz Eldin's second appearance was in the TV series 'Ayna Qalbi' (Where is My Heart) co-starring veteran Egyptian actress Yousra, which shot her to stardom. She boosted her career with El Sobky Production films "Kalam Mama" and the rom-com franchise 'Omar & Salma' co-starring Tamer Hosny. Her film credits also include "Farah", "Khiana Mashroaa", and "Habibi Na'eman". Ezz Eldin is also known for her roles in TV series such as "Ayna Qalby", "Al-Hakika w Al-Sarab", "Mahmoud Al-Masri", "Adam", "El Shak", "Dalaa Banat", "Halet Eshq", "Waad", "Rasa'el", 'Kheit Harir', and 'Gezira Guam'. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple