Author: Editorial Team
In a landmark gathering centred on peace, meditation and humanitarian service, Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar at The Art of Living International Centre to celebrate 45 years of The Art of Living and the 70th birthday of its founder. The month-long international event brought together participants from 182 countries, including diplomats, policymakers, educators, entrepreneurs, civil society leaders and grassroots beneficiaries of The Art of Living’s programmes. Farmers and prison inmates rehabilitated through the organisation’s initiatives also attended, reflecting the movement’s emphasis on inclusivity and community-led transformation. A major highlight of the event was the inauguration…
AlUla Arts celebrates the participation of more than 20 Saudi and international artists whose artistic journeys have been connected to its programs in the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia, taking place from May 9 to November 22, 2026. This participation reflects AlUla’s growing role in shaping the global cultural landscape. The artists’ contributions are presented across national pavilions, institutional exhibitions, and independent programs. The current edition of the Venice Biennale highlights the international reach of artists who have collaborated with AlUla Arts through its festivals, exhibitions, and diverse cultural initiatives, reflecting the depth and evolution of AlUla’s…
Kaspersky has recently detected phishing and business email compromise (BEC) attacks that are leveraging Amazon Simple Email Service (SES) – a cloud-based email service designed for businesses and developers to send and receive high-volume marketing, notification, and transactional emails (for instance, password resets). Because these emails are sent via a trusted service, they originate from reputable IP addresses, frequently include legitimate “.amazonses.com” identifiers. This makes phishing messages nearly indistinguishable from legitimate correspondence at a technical level. Users should treat unexpected emails with extreme caution. The attacks are driven by the theft and exposure of credentials from Amazon Web Services (AWS).…
TAIF — The Arabian oryx population has gradually recovered following decades of conservation efforts launched nearly 40 years ago. The Arabian Oryx’s number declined significantly over the past century due to overhunting, rapid development, and the deterioration of its natural habitats. In response, Saudi Arabia launched a national program in 1986 to preserve the Arabian oryx through breeding centers, affiliated with the National Center for Wildlife, with a founding group numbering around 57 animals, later supported by groups from regional and international sources. The first steps toward reintroducing the Arabian oryx were taken at the Imam Saud bin Abdulaziz Royal…
RIYADH — The Council of Ministers has directed the Ministry of Education, in coordination with the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development and other relevant authorities, to work on opening childcare nurseries at government and private sector workplaces with large numbers of employees. The move aims to strengthen women’s participation in the labor market while supporting early childhood development goals under Saudi Vision 2030. According to the Cabinet decision, authorities have been tasked with developing regulations and procedures governing the establishment of workplace nurseries in both public and private sector institutions to address organizational challenges and streamline implementation processes.…
Repeated shifts between distance learning and in-person schooling are taking an emotional toll on students, leaving many children feeling unsettled, anxious, and frustrated, according to a mental health expert. Dr. Sneha John, mental health expert at Medcare Camali Clinic, is shedding light on why children of different age groups react differently to these transitions with some experiencing resistance and discomfort, while others show enthusiasm for returning to the classroom. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels In her clinical work with children and adolescents, Dr. Sneha has noted that the impact of these shifts…
The Ruder Finn group announces the launch of RF Thunder, an insights-driven communications consultancy in the MENA region. The launch marks a strategic expansion to support the region’s rapidly scaling SMEs, fast-evolving economic landscape, challenger brands, and high-growth businesses. Bianca Riley has been appointed General Manager to lead RF Thunder. The launch comes as the region undergoes a structural shift in how businesses are built, positioned and scaled, demanding greater agility. SMEs are at the center of this transformation, driven by national diversification strategies, pro-innovation policies, and a business environment that rewards speed, adaptability and resilience by design. RF Thunder…
As the brand celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, AGON by AOC has been ranked as the No. 1 gaming monitor brand for seven consecutive years according to the 2025 IDC report. This milestone marks a decade of innovation and market dominance. “Ten years ago, our mission was to equip every AGON by AOC user with a true competitive advantage—delivering monitors built for speed, precision, and visual clarity. Today, we’ve not only fulfilled it but also helped define new industry benchmarks”, said Carol Anne Dias, Sales Director, AOC and Philips Monitors (Middle East, Africa & India). “Securing the position as…
JERUSALEM — Israel has passed a new law to impose the death penalty and conduct public trials for those involved in the Hamas-led attacks and mass hostage-taking in Israel in October 2023. The legislation was passed by 93 votes to 0 in Israel’s in 120-seat Knesset late on Monday and was jointly sponsored by government and opposition politicians. The remaining 27 lawmakers abstained and were absent. “May everyone see how the State of Israel is a sovereign state which knows how to hold those who harmed it to account,” opposition politician Yulia Malinovsky, a co-sponsor of the bill, told a…
WASHINGTON — The US government on Monday announced sanctions against individuals and companies in Hong Kong, the United Arab Emirates, and Oman for assisting Iran in shipping oil to China. The move is part of a broader effort to apply pressure on Tehran and disrupt its financial networks, and comes after the US Treasury announced sanctions on Friday on individuals and companies aiding Iranian purchases of weapons and components used to make drones and ballistic missiles. It comes days before US President Donald Trump’s planned meeting with Xi Jinping, where he is expected to press the Chinese leader to help…