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UAE’s Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) has officially granted approval for EURneffy, a new epinephrine-based treatment available in 1 mg and 2 mg strengths, making the UAE the first country in the region to authorise this innovative therapy. EURneffy is the first nasal adrenaline spray indicated for the emergency treatment of severe allergic reactions in adults and children aged four years and above, with dosing determined based on body weight. Developed by ALK Abelló, the product introduces a significant advancement to the UAE’s healthcare and pharmaceutical landscape by enabling the administration of epinephrine via the nasal route as an alternative to…

H.E. Dr. Majid bin Ibrahim Alfayyadh, Chief Executive Officer of King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre Group, opened the hospital’s new medical library facility on campus, expanding the annual access to trusted medical and scientific resources for nearly 15,000 clinicians and researchers. The upgraded library is designed as a knowledge platform for clinical, academic and research teams, providing access to 15 major medical and scientific databases and hundreds of peer reviewed journals that support education, research and evidence based clinical practice across the hospital. The library also provides automated digital services through a dedicated website and smart application, enabling…

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior said Wednesday that legal action has been taken against individuals involved in circulating social media content deemed harmful to national unity and public security. In an official statement, the ministry said it had monitored content shared on social media platforms that addresses issues affecting national unity and social peace, including expressions that incite tribal division. It confirmed that competent authorities have initiated legal procedures against those involved, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The ministry stressed that it will continue to take firm action against any attempts to exploit sensitive issues or…

Yaqoot, the digital platform from Zain KSA, a leading digital services provider, has formed a strategic partnership with Huawei, a global technology leader. The collaboration aims to upgrade Yaqoot’s Business Support Systems (BSS), enhancing operational efficiency and enabling a more advanced, integrated digital experience. This partnership aligns with Yaqoot’s approach to redefine its digital infrastructure on more robust foundations by adopting next-generation BSS solutions. It will support a more agile operating model enabling faster response to evolving market demands. The collaboration will accelerate the development of digital products and services and reduce time-to-market, introducing greater flexibility and personalised offerings. It…

The 19th Beijing International Auto show opened grandly on April 24. On the occasion of its third anniversary, OMODA & JAECOO announced a landmark achievement: as of April 2026, cumulative global sales have surpassed 1 million units, setting the fastest million-unit record for a young automotive brand in global industry history. Since its global debut in 2023, OMODA & JAECOO have maintained rapid growth, doubling sales year-on-year for three consecutive years, with monthly sales exceeding 60,000 units in March 2026 alone. While traditional automotive brands often take more than a decade to reach one million units sold, OMODA & JAECOO…

Extreme heat, UV exposure, and poor material choices are driving early roof failures Published: Fri 24 Apr 2026, 5:28 PM The UAE building environment represents one of the most challenging situations worldwide because roof temperatures exceed 80°C and daily temperature variations reach 30°C. The existing solutions face limitations because they lack design features needed to survive extreme environmental conditions which results in costly early system breakdowns that impact property owners by millions of dollars every year. Roof leakage has become one of the most frequent – and costly – issues faced by property owners across the UAE. From luxury villas…

Just a few years ago, renewing a document such as a driver’s license could take an entire morning moving between government offices: visiting the traffic department, taking a number, waiting for your turn, and sometimes even returning another day due to a missing document. Today, the same process takes only minutes through your phone screen: you submit an online request, pay the fees, and wait to receive the document by mail. This transformation may seem purely technical, but it reflects a broader shift in daily life. With many government services moving to digital platforms, completing transactions no longer requires physical…

Cisco and Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC), the company behind the Qiddiya City, the capital of entertainment, sports, and culture in Saudi Arabia, recently announced that Cisco’s technology will power Qiddiya Investment Company’s new smart office headquarters. Together, the two companies are raising the bar for what employees can expect from the workplace of the future. The new office, based in Riyadh’s Diplomatic Quarter, uses Cisco’s networking, collaboration, and IoT-enabled sensor solutions to deliver a ‘human-centric’ workspace, designed to elevate the Qiddiya brand while also attracting leading talent. Architecting the intelligent workspace Qiddiya has installed a range of Cisco devices throughout…

RIYADH — The General Directorate of Passports is providing mobile counter devices across various international entry points including air, land, and sea ports to facilitate procedures for the smooth arrival of pilgrims for the upcoming Hajj. This is through the use of the latest technologies that ensure high levels of security and reliability while streamlining the Hajj journey.The mobile counter enables the smooth and swift processing of pilgrims, particularly the elderly and persons with disabilities, by capturing biometric data, taking facial images, and reading passport information efficiently without waiting. Source: Saudi Gazette

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) is set to strengthen its financial resilience and support long-term economic diversification under its newly announced 2026–2030 strategy, according to Moody’s. The ratings agency said the strategy marks a clear evolution in the fund’s approach, focusing on sustained value creation, improved capital efficiency and more targeted investment allocation across key sectors. Moody’s noted that the shift will enhance the PIF’s ability to generate stable and recurring cash flows, reinforcing its institutional strength while supporting Saudi Arabia’s broader Vision 2030 transformation goals. The strategy prioritizes deploying capital into high-impact areas of the economy,…