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MAKKAH — The Makkah region police arrested an Egyptian resident for offering fraudulent Hajj services. The arrest was made after he was found involved in posting advertisements on social media offering fake permits to enter the holy sites. Legal action was taken against him and he was referred to the Public Prosecution. The General Directorate of Public Security urged Saudi citizens and expatriates to adhere to Hajj regulations and guidelines and to report about violators by calling over the number 911 in the regions of Makkah, Riyadh, Madinah, and Eastern Province, or 999 in other regions of the Kingdom. Source:…

RIYADH — The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute announced on Wednesday that FII PRIORITY Europe Summit will take place in Rome, capital of Italy, from June 17 to 19, 2026. Global leaders will gather together to brainstorm a defining question for the continent’s future: how capital can secure Europe’s competitiveness, resilience, and strategic autonomy in a rapidly changing world? Under the theme “Europe Reimagined: Capital, Sovereignty & Strategic Autonomy,” FII PRIORITY Europe 2026 will bring together policymakers, investors, innovators, and decision-makers to examine how capital, industrial policy, and cross-border collaboration can strengthen Europe’s long-term position across energy, technology, security, and…

 The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance achieved notable accomplishments in volunteer work programs during the first quarter of 2026, with active participation from its branches across the Kingdom. The ministry stated that the total number of volunteer opportunities reached 18,570, with 203,823 male and female volunteers participating. They contributed a total of 15,451,732 volunteer hours, generating an economic return exceeding SAR138 million; an indicator reflecting the expanding scope of volunteer work and its growing societal impact. It also noted that these efforts coincided with the month of Ramadan, during which volunteer activities included cleaning, sanitizing, and perfuming mosques, organizing and…

(L-R) Sherif Azzam, Business Unit Manager, Comstor Saudi Arabia, Anas Abusaleh, Sales Director, Barq Systems & Mohammed Sayed, Presales Director, Barq Systems. Sherif Azzam, Business Unit Manager, Comstor Saudi Arabia, Anas Abusaleh, Sales Director, Barq Systems and Mohammed Sayed, Presales Director, Barq Systems discuss the value of Cisco Security solutions and its wider implementation in Saudi Arabia. What makes Cisco Security solutions stand out in the KSA market? Sherif Azzam: Cisco Security excels with integrated platforms like SecureX, offering zero-trust and AI-driven threat detection tailored for KSA’s Vision 2030 digital push. Anas Abusaleh : As a leading Cisco Partner in…

JEDDAH — Al Ittihad edged Al Wahda 1-0 after extra time to book their place in the AFC Champions League Elite quarter-finals. Fabinho struck from the penalty spot in the final seconds of extra time at King Abdullah Sports City, sealing a hard-fought victory and setting up a clash with FC Machida Zelvia. Backed by a strong home crowd, Al Ittihad started brightly, with Steven Bergwijn causing early problems from a free-kick, while Stephane Keller saw his volley deflected into the side netting. Al Wahda responded quickly on the counter, forcing Predrag Rajković into action after a dangerous moment involving…

You’ve seen it a thousand times on postcards and hotel campaigns, that unmistakable white sail rising from the ocean. But Burj Al Arab has always been more than its silhouette. It is a building that, in the 1990s, catapulted Dubai onto the global luxury map and announced its arrival on the world stage. Over the years, it has become synonymous with the city’s growth story, an early and enduring testament to Dubai’s steadfast ambition. With the announcement of its closure for an 18-month restoration, it feels like a fitting moment to revisit the quirks, engineering gambles and design choices that…

RIYADH — The Public Investment Fund (PIF) Board of Directors, chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, has approved PIF’s 2026–2030 strategy, Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday. This marks a continuation of the fund’s long-term direction to build competitive domestic ecosystems, unlock the full potential of strategic assets, maximize long-term returns, and drive Saudi Arabia’s economic transformation while enhancing quality of life. The 2026–2030 strategy represents a natural evolution as PIF transitions from a period of rapid growth and acceleration into a new phase focused on sustained value creation, with a stronger emphasis on maximizing impact, improving investment efficiency,…

Long before its closure for restoration for 18 months, it was the place where tennis was played in the sky, planes touched down mid-air, and fireworks lit up one of the world’s most recognisable silhouettes. For 26 years, Jumeirah Burj Al Arab has been more than a hotel; it has been a stage for spectacle, a symbol of Dubai’s ambition, and a backdrop to moments that travelled far beyond the UAE. As the landmark shuts its doors temporarily, here’s a look back at the moments that defined its global status. 2004: Tiger Woods takes golf to the skies Before the…

In preparation for Hajj season 1447 AH, and to ensure the safety of pilgrims and enable them to perform their rituals in security, ease, and peace, the Ministry of Interior announces the penalties to be imposed on violators of the regulations requiring a permit to perform Hajj, as follows: First: A fine of up to SAR (20,000) shall be imposed on: 1- Any individual found performing or attempting to perform Hajj without a permit. 2- Any holder of any type of visit visa who enters, attempts to enter, or remains in the city of Makkah or the Holy Sites, from…

Satellite startup Orbital has laid out plans to launch its first test mission in 2027, which they hope will provide a foundation for operating AI data centres in low Earth orbit (LEO). The company’s first satellite, Orbital 1, is scheduled to launch on a SpaceX Falcon 9 in April next year. Its aim is to validate sustained GPU operation in orbit, test radiation hardening and eventually run AI workloads commercially. Orbital noted it has secured funding from start-up accelerator a16z Speedrun to support the initial test and was in the process of making an application to the US Federal Communications…