Author: Editorial Team
At a time when it is recommended to avoid doomscrolling, content creators are finding themselves in a fix. Logging off may be good for mental health, but for those whose work depends on staying visible, it is not always an option. For many, the challenge is no longer just about managing screen time, but about redefining their relationship with platforms that are both a source of income and a constant pull on their attention. For Yusra Youssif, a digital creator with over 363,000 followers on Instagram, logging off is not really an option. As social media becomes both her workspace…
On World Heritage Day, Jazan Region stands as a living model where history is woven into the fabric of daily life, with its heritage reflected across mountains, plains, and coasts in diverse architectural styles ranging from the sturdy stone buildings of the highlands to the climate-responsive mud-brick houses of the Tihama plains and the maritime dwellings of the islands. Beyond its structures, Jazan’s identity is preserved through its vibrant folk arts and revived handicrafts. Supported by Heritage Commission initiatives, traditional skills like palm weaving and leather tanning have been modernized into sustainable economic resources. These efforts ensure that Jazan’s cultural legacy…
It was a frightening moment for a family when their four-year-old son suddenly began vomiting and choking, struggling to breathe after swallowing a coin. What was scarier was that the split-second incident could have turned far more serious. Muhammad Shahzain Awan was brought to Medcare Royal Speciality Hospital in Al Qusais in distress, with doctors quickly identifying that the coin had become lodged in his upper oesophagus, an area where even slight movement can lead to serious complications. The medical team moved swiftly, carrying out an emergency endoscopic procedure to remove the object. The coin was retrieved in just two…
The first flights carrying beneficiaries of the ‘Makkah Route Initiative’ arrived from Pakistan at Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah, via the initiative’s terminal at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi. The initiative facilitates a seamless journey by completing all entry requirements at the point of departure. This includes the electronic issuance of Hajj visas, biometric data collection, and passport control. Additionally, luggage is coded and sorted according to accommodation arrangements in the Kingdom, allowing pilgrims to bypass airport procedures upon arrival and transfer directly to their residences in Makkah and Madinah via designated bus routes. Since its launch in 2017,…
JEDDAH — Al Ahli came from behind with 10 men to defeat Johor Darul Ta’zim 2-1 on Friday and book their place in the AFC Champions League Elite semi-finals. The defending champions suffered an early setback when an own goal from Ali Majrashi handed JDT the lead, before the Al Ahli defender was later sent off for serious foul play in the first half. Despite being reduced to 10 players, Al Ahli responded before the break when Franck Kessié powered home a header in stoppage time from a corner delivered by Galeno. The hosts then completed the turnaround in the…
Shoppers browsing Primark’s Dubai Mall store on Wednesday were in for an unexpected royal encounter as Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, paid a surprise visit to the brand’s first UAE outlet. The Dubai Ruler was seen touring the store with other officials, as surprised customers paused mid-shopping to greet him. Photos shared by Primark on its official social channels show Sheikh Mohammed walking through the aisles, while staff and visitors look on. In its caption, the retailer said it was “truly honoured” and “humbled” to welcome him to…
The Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC), in partnership with the United Nations Counter-Terrorism Centre (UNCCT), concluded a five-day legal training program in Moroni, Comoros, focusing on strengthening the capacity of member states to combat terrorist financing and money laundering. The program hosted 30 specialists from the financial, regulatory, and military sectors. By blending theoretical frameworks with practical consulting, the curriculum enhanced the participants’ professional readiness and equipped them to localize expertise within their respective national institutions. This collaboration underscores the IMCTC’s commitment to building robust institutional defenses against financial crimes related to terrorism. Source: Riyadh Daily
JEDDAH — Al Ittihad crashed out of the AFC Champions League Elite quarter-finals on Friday after a 1-0 defeat to Japanese side FC Machida Zelvia. A 31st-minute strike from Tete Yengi, which took a decisive deflection off Fabinho, proved enough to send the J1 League club into the semi-finals and end Al Ittihad’s hopes of a third Asian crown. Machida will now face either Buriram United or Shabab Al Ahli in the last four. Backed by more than 16,000 fans at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium, Al Ittihad started brightly, with Moussa Diaby and Roger Fernandes both threatening early. But…
When the UAE Cabinet approved the National Healthy Nutrition Strategy 2031 earlier this year, one measure drew particular attention: a full ban on partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs), the primary industrial source of artificial trans fats. For Nada Zuhair Al Adeeb, Secretary-General of the UAE Nutrition Society and member of the Supreme Committee for Consumer Protection, the decision came as no surprise. It was, she says, the logical conclusion of years of steadily building regulatory groundwork. Industrially ‘improved’ at your health’s expense Al Adeeb describes PHOs as liquid vegetable oils that have been chemically modified through the partial addition of hydrogen,…
Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met today with Algerian Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, National Community Abroad and African Affairs Ahmed Attaf on the sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum 2026. During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral relations and discussed the latest developments in the region in addition to discussing issues of common interest. Source: Riyadh Daily