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A volunteer medical team from the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) implemented four volunteer projects in the specialties of ear, nose and throat (ENT) surgery and urology in Mogadishu, Federal Republic of Somalia. During the campaign, the medical team examined 117 patients and successfully performed 92 ENT surgeries. The team also examined 84 patients and successfully carried out 123 surgeries in the urology specialty. The initiative comes as part of the relief programs provided by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through KSrelief to assist those in need and people affected by crises worldwide. Source: Riyadh Daily
Rashed Hareb and Rajneel Kumar. First-of-its-kind loyalty program that brings emotional and functional viability to the renting experience. Dubai — Rentify, a leading fintech and proptech innovator, has introduced Rentify BELONG, a first-of-its-kind rental rewards program in the UAE. Rooted in the idea that belonging is what truly makes a place feel like home and for many, that home is the UAE; Rentify BELONG goes beyond transactions to create a deeper sense of connection and recognition for residents. “Home isn’t a transaction, it’s a feeling,” said Rashed Hareb, Co-Founder & CEO, Rentify. “Belonging is what makes the UAE truly home for millions of residents,”…
RAFHA — More than 40 Arabian sand gazelle births recorded at Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve during the first quarter of 2026. This reflects the success of endangered species reintroduction programs carried out by the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve Development Authority and the effectiveness of efforts to conserve biodiversity and enhance ecosystem sustainability within the reserve. The authority stated that the births were documented through continuous field monitoring conducted by specialized teams. It noted that the high rate of natural reproduction among Arabian sand gazelle reflects the quality and suitability of the reserve’s habitats, as…
RIYADH — The Ministry of Sport and the National Center for Privatization & PPP (NCP) announced on Monday the offering of five sports clubs to investors as part of the Sports Clubs Investment and Privatization Project. The ministry said the offering includes Al-Riyadh, Abha, Al-Fateh, Al-Tai, and Al-Shoulla clubs, and invited investors to submit expressions of interest and qualification documents for the acquisition of the clubs. The move forms part of ongoing steps under the Sports Clubs Investment and Privatization Project, which aims to advance private-sector participation and open access to high-quality opportunities in the sports sector. The ministry said…
The Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) has contributed to building and enhancing the regulatory environment for data and artificial intelligence through governance frameworks that protect individual privacy, safeguard national data sovereignty, and promote the responsible use of AI tools and applications in line with international best practices, reflecting the Kingdom’s commitment to global leadership in data and AI governance. As part of the Kingdom’s efforts to strengthen the regulatory environment for data and AI, SDAIA has developed a range of regulatory tools that serve as a national reference. These include the Personal Data Protection Law and its executive regulations, national…
Dan Schulman, the CEO at Verizon, has reaffirmed his message on the widespread impact of AI on the workforce. His belief is that the technology will replace “a large percentage” of work handled by customer service representatives. In an interview with Bloomberg, Schulman said AI would cause “disruption in certain job functions” but pointed to customer care as an area where the technology could be applied quickly and effectively. In his view, the technology could be used to handle simple customer queries, including recovering a lost password or checking a billing amount. For more complex requests, Schulman said human employees…
Saudi Awwal Bank (SAB) announced its membership to the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF), cementing its position as one of Saudi Arabia’s most progressive financial institutions in the transition to a sustainable, low-carbon economy. The membership represents a significant milestone in SAB’s sustainability journey and reflects the Bank’s commitment to responsible banking aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 and the Saudi Green Initiative. PCAF is a global collaboration of financial institutions enabling harmonised measurement, management, and disclosure of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with lending and investment portfolios. With over 700 member institutions spanning six continents across North America, Latin…
RIYADH — The Ministry of Health has warned the public against following any scientifically unproven diet or using such diets as a substitute for prescribed medical treatment without specialist supervision. The ministry specially mentioned what is referred to as the “Tayyibat Diet,” stressing that these practices may expose individuals to serious health complications. The ministry noted that the warning comes in light of monitored health cases involving individuals, who discontinued insulin or diabetes medications based on recommendations associated with widely circulated dietary regimens. In some cases, patients substituted these diets for prescribed medications or reduced treatment dosages, including for chronic…
China has recently started preparations for 6G technology by launching a programme comprising regional pilots to identify potential use cases and make other advances towards eventual commercial rollout, according to state-owned news agency Xinhua . The “joint ministry-provincial collaborative pilot program”, announced by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), involves general research into 6G and how it fits into the wider mix of current and emerging technologies. Among the focuses is exploration of potential applications for the network tailored to specific demand in the regions where the trials are set to take place, including smart maritime operations and…
The Exhibition of the Two Holy Mosques Architecture houses rare historical artifacts documenting the care given to the Holy Kaaba across various Islamic eras. Among the most prominent is a pure gold plaque that adorned the top of the Holy Kaaba’s gate more than three centuries ago. Dating back to 1119 AH (1707 AD), the plaque consists of six interconnected pieces mounted on an iron base, engraved with Quranic verses in exquisite Arabic calligraphy. The piece offers visitors an opportunity to explore the Holy Kaaba’s architectural history and the artistic traditions that characterized work on the two holy mosques across the centuries. The…