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Governor of Riyadh Region Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz received today in Riyadh Indian Ambassador Suhel Ajaz Khan, who bade farewell to the governor on the occasion of the end of his tenure as his country’s ambassador to the Kingdom. The governor thanked the ambassador for his efforts during his tenure, wishing him success in the future. Source: Riyadh Daily
GS1 UAE recently convened healthcare leaders, regulators, manufacturers, pharmacies, representatives from more than 20 hospitals, and industry experts at the GS1 UAE Healthcare Conference 2026 to explore how global standards are improving patient safety, strengthening traceability, and increasing operational efficiency across hospitals in the region. The conference served as a platform for healthcare stakeholders to share practical experiences and insights on implementing standards in real-world hospital environments. Discussions focused on how healthcare organisations can better navigate growing complexity across supply chains, clinical operations, and regulatory requirements. A key theme that emerged was the shift from viewing standards as a compliance…
DUBAI — The UN’s International Maritime Organization (IMO) has halted the planned evacuation of more than 11,000 sailors stranded in the Strait of Hormuz after a British military agency said a cargo ship passing through the waterwaywas hit by a projectile off the coast of Oman. IMO secretary-general Arsenio Dominguez said several boats had already been evacuated, but the agency wanted to ensure that “necessary safety guarantees” would continue to be in place. The British maritime security agency UKMTO reported on Thursday that a ship had been struck 7.5 nautical miles southeast of Oman’s port of Dahit by “an unknown…
Inspired by Monaco’s coastline and summer atmosphere, the latest collection blended graphic design codes with wearable luxury Published: Fri 26 Jun 2026, 8:40 AM APM Monaco hosted an exclusive soirée in Cannes on May 19 during the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival, where the contemporary jewellery house unveiled an avant-première presentation of its Été 2026 collection. Held against the backdrop of the French Riviera, the event brought together personalities from the worlds of fashion, entertainment, and luxury while also reflecting the growing visibility of Middle Eastern talent within international fashion spaces. Egyptian actress and APM Monaco’s official Middle…
Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah participated today in the joint ministerial meeting between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the United States in Manama, Bahrain. The meeting was attended by the heads of delegation of the GCC member states, GCC Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The meeting reviewed the strategic relations between the GCC countries and the United States. It explored ways to further develop them in a manner that serves mutual interests and strengthens partnership and cooperation frameworks across various fields. Participants also discussed regional developments and the challenges…
MEXICO CITY — Mexico completed a perfect World Cup group stage for the first time in its history after defeating the Czech Republic 3-0 on Wednesday to finish top of Group A with three victories from three matches. Goals from Mateo Chávez, Julián Quiñones and Álvaro Fidalgo secured the win at a packed Estadio Azteca and extended El Tri’s unbeaten run at the tournament. The victory marked the first time Mexico has won all three matches in a World Cup group stage. Its previous best performances came in 1986 and 2002, when the team recorded two wins and a draw.…
The Ministerial Meeting between the United States and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) convened today in Manama, co-chaired by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Bahraini Minister of Foreign Affairs and current chairman of the GCC Ministerial Council Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, with foreign ministers from GCC member states and Secretary General Jasem Albudaiwi. Secretary Rubio reinforced the enduring U.S. commitment to GCC security, and the ministers reaffirmed their strong commitment to the U.S.-GCC strategic partnership. The ministers welcomed the June 17 memorandum of understanding (MoU) signing between the United States and Iran and recognized the important…
MEXICO CITY — Guillermo Ochoa received an emotional farewell at Estadio Azteca on Wednesday as the veteran goalkeeper made his sixth World Cup appearance in Mexico’s 3-0 victory over the Czech Republic. The 40-year-old entered the match in the 77th minute to thunderous applause from more than 80,000 fans, with chants of “Memo” echoing throughout the stadium in what could prove to be his final appearance for the national team. “It’s the most beautiful thing that they recognize your effort,” Ochoa said after the match. “I always try to do it for them, to leave a mark. I think that…
Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met today in Manama with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, on the sidelines of the ministerial meeting between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and the United States. During the meeting, the two ministers reviewed regional and international developments, most notably the US-Iran agreement and the progress made in negotiations between them, the importance of freedom of international navigation in the Strait of Hormuz without restrictions, and the developments in Gaza and Lebanon. The meeting was attended by Advisor to the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Political Affairs Prince…
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has suspended travel by its citizens to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan as part of precautionary measures against the spread of the Ebola virus. The Kingdom also suspended the issuance of all types of visas and entry into the Kingdom for individuals arriving from these three countries. These are part of additional precautionary measures to mitigate the risks associated with the Ebola outbreak. The newly introduced restrictions also apply to travelers arriving via third countries who have stayed in any of the three affected countries during the 21 days before entering the…