Author: Editorial Team
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has been witnessing comprehensive breathtaking digital transformation, according to the latest report of the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT). The latest statistics on Information and Communication Technology (ICT) penetration and usage among Saudi establishments, released by GASTAT, revealed that 98.1 percent of Saudi establishments have an active internet connection, reflecting a significant expansion in the adoption of digital services. Reliance on e-government services reached 93.2 percent, while internet usage for transactions and e-banking stood at 79.1 percent. In a notable leap that reflects the Saudi business sector’s growing appetite for smart solutions, the use of artificial…
MIAMI — Saudi Arabia is finalizing preparations for one of its toughest World Cup openers in recent memory as the Green Falcons get set to face Uruguay on Monday in their first match of FIFA World Cup 2026. The clash in Miami marks the beginning of Saudi Arabia’s seventh World Cup appearance and offers new head coach Georges Donis an immediate test against a Uruguay side rebuilt under the guidance of renowned Argentine manager Marcelo Bielsa. Saudi Arabia arrives in the United States hoping to recreate the spirit of its memorable 2022 campaign, when it stunned eventual champion Argentina in…
A device the size of a small seed can now be injected into the body with a standard needle, sit near a nerve, and run on no battery at all. Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi, working with Cleveland Clinic, developed the wireless implant as part of a study published in the journal Science Advances. Once placed near a target nerve, the device sends controlled electrical signals that influence how the nerve communicates with the body, a process called neuromodulation. It is powered wirelessly from outside the body. Doctors, or eventually patients themselves, could adjust its activity in real time depending…
Secretary-General of the Muslim World League (MWL) and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa delivered the keynote address at the opening ceremony of the Third International Summit of Religious Leaders, hosted in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in the presence of Sultan Nazrin Shah and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. In his address, Al-Issa underscored the responsibility of religious leaders in addressing issues affecting global peace and social harmony. He reviewed several key challenges and highlighted the pivotal role of youth in confronting them, particularly the risks associated with unrestricted exposure to modern technologies, especially artificial intelligence, without…
The hotel sector in Madinah has topped the region’s fastest-growing real estate sectors, driven by continuous growth in visitor numbers, supporting the expansion of luxury, mid-range, and apartment hotels, and attracting global hotel brands to increase their investments in the region. The Madinah Chamber stated in its report issued today that the momentum in the hospitality sector has positively impacted the commercial and residential sectors, driven by population growth, rising visitor numbers, and expanding development projects, increasing demand for commercial centers, mixed-use complexes, restaurants, cafes, and retail spaces. The report identified key promising investment opportunities in the region’s real estate…
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia affirmed the importance of enhancing international efforts to protect older persons, particularly persons with disabilities, and ensuring they enjoy their rights, dignity, and full participation in society. This came in a statement by Saudi Arabia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Ambassador Abdulaziz Alwasil, on behalf of the Group of Friends on Ageing and Sustainable Development, during a side event held yesterday in New York on the sidelines of the 19th session of the Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Alwasil stated that elder abuse is a…
A KSrelief team conducted a field visit on Wednesday to Al-Bakriya charitable kidney dialysis center project in Daw’an District, Hadhramaut Governorate, reviewing completed phases and ongoing construction works, commending efforts to complete the center and provide integrated services for chronic kidney failure patients in Daw’an and neighboring districts. The KSrelief team affirmed that the project represents a qualitative addition to the health sector and strengthens basic services infrastructure in Yemen. KSrelief laid the foundation stone for the project in November, covering an area of 1,120 square meters. The center includes 13 dialysis chairs, isolation rooms for patients with hepatitis B…
TOLEDO, Spain — Saudi Arabia has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening international cooperation in tourism, with Tourism Minister Ahmed Al-Khateeb calling for practical joint action to enhance the sector’s resilience amid global economic and geopolitical challenges. Al-Khateeb represented the Kingdom at the 126th session of the Executive Council of the UN Tourism, held in Toledo, Spain, from June 10 to 11. Speaking during the opening session, Al-Khateeb said the tourism industry continues to demonstrate a strong ability to adapt and recover despite global challenges. “Tourism continues to prove its resilience and adaptability, making it a key pillar of national economies…
WASHINGTON —President Donald Trump on Thursday nominated Jay Clayton to be his next director of national intelligence, replacing his earlier controversial choice, Bill Pulte. Clayton is currently the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York and was chairman of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). “Few people anywhere in the Legal Community are respected at the level of Jay,” Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social. “I encourage the United States Senate to confirm Jay as soon as possible.” The selection of Clayton comes amid a firestorm over Trump’s earlier decision to make top housing…
Al-Wajh Governorate in Tabuk Region is attracting stargazing and night photography enthusiasts to remote sites away from city lights to enjoy views of the galaxy under clear night skies. Desert sites south of the governorate, particularly the Al-Ardam area, approximately 80 kilometers from Al-Wajh city, offer an ideal natural environment for observing the galaxy and stars, combining natural and celestial beauty in captivating scenes. The galaxy is most visible during the beginning and end of the Hijri month when moonlight is minimal, offering optimal conditions for stargazing and observing celestial formations away from city lights. Source: Riyadh Daily