Author: Editorial Team
On February 28, 2026, Stephanie Skourti, co-founder of flourishing UAE/Jordan-based occasionwear label Nafsika Skourti, gave birth in Dubai. The same day, Iran launched retaliatory strikes into the UAE, following the US-Israel offensive two days prior. Poised to turn on her out-of-office and begin maternity leave from her role handling the business side of the fashion brand, Skourti was faced with both navigating motherhood amidst regional conflict, and steering a label that thrives on dressing women for events through a time with no events. “It has been a lot to process and navigate,” says Skourti, with the pragmatic resilience that characterises…
His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met today in Jeddah with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine. During the meeting, they reviewed aspects of bilateral relations between the two countries, areas of cooperation, and opportunities to further develop them. They also discussed regional and international developments, foremost among them the situation in the Middle East and the latest developments in the Ukraine crisis. The meeting was attended by Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz; Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah; Minister of State, Cabinet…
RIYADH — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Saudi Arabia’s condemnation and denunciation in the strongest terms of the targeting of two sites at the northern land border posts of Kuwait by drones launched from Iraq. Saudi Arabia emphasized its categorical rejection of any violation of the sovereignty of states and any attempt to threaten the security and stability of the region. It also reiterated the importance of the government of Iraq dealing responsibly with these threats to the Gulf states. The Kingdom expressed its solidarity with the government and people of Kuwait, and reaffirmed its full support for all…
DAMASCUS — Syria’s Interior Minister Anas Khattab was seen confronting Amjad Youssef in a newly released video, hours after authorities announced the arrest of the main suspect in the 2013 Tadamon massacre in Damascus. In footage circulating on social media, Khattab directly questioned Youssef in an angry tone, asking: “Don’t you have children?” Youssef, appearing subdued compared with previously released footage from the time of the killings, replied hesitantly that he had a daughter and a son. Khattab continued by asking how he could attack people in such a way and said the massacre reflected “a lack of humanity.” Earlier…
In times of sustained uncertainty, it is entirely human to feel unsettled, anxious, or unlike yourself. The constant shifts, the loss of predictability, and the sense that familiar structures are no longer fully reliable can create a persistent unease. Some people notice waves of fear, while others feel restless or heightened. These responses are not signs of dysfunction. They are your nervous system adapting. From a neurological perspective, when the brain perceives unpredictability as a potential threat, stress systems become more active. This can lead to heightened alertness, difficulty relaxing, and fluctuating emotional states. At times, this state can sharpen…
The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) at Al-Haditha border crossing thwarted an attempt to smuggle 154,108 amphetamine (Captagon) pills concealed within a shipment of tents arriving in the Kingdom. ZATCA spokesperson Hamoud Al-Harbi stated that the seizure was made possible through the use of advanced security technologies and inspection equipment. Following the discovery, ZATCA coordinated with the General Directorate of Narcotics Control, leading to the arrest of five individuals intended to receive the shipment within Saudi Arabia. Al-Harbi reaffirmed ZATCA’s commitment to securing the Kingdom’s borders and protecting society from the smuggling of prohibited substances. He urged the public…
Meta has announced an agreement with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to bring tens of millions of AWS Graviton cores into its compute portfolio, positioning the company among the largest Graviton customers globally. Processing cores are units within CPUs that enable workloads critical to the development and deployment of advanced AI systems. The agreement marks an expansion of Meta’s long-standing relationship with AWS and supports the company’s broader strategy to diversify compute infrastructure amid rising demand for AI capabilities. The first deployment will include tens of millions of Graviton cores, with flexibility to scale further in line with evolving AI requirements.…
There’s a certain kind of audacity that has always defined Jacob & Co. The maison is no stranger to spectacle, but beneath that affinity for theatre lies a deep, instinctive refusal to accept limits. When Jacob Arabo began his journey four decades ago, he wasn’t simply setting diamonds into jewellery; he was asking what else they could become. That question has come to shape a house where gem-setting and watchmaking don’t just coexist — they feed off each other. If you’ve followed the Billionaire line, you’ll know it has never been about restraint. It’s where Jacob & Co. allows itself…
Abha is currently witnessing the peak of the jacaranda blooming season as its streets and parks are transformed into picturesque landscapes dominated by vibrant purple hues, reflecting the unique mountainous environment of Aseer Region and reinforcing the city’s growing appeal as a seasonal tourist destination. Jacaranda trees line roads and urban walkways, their blossoms cascading over sidewalks to form natural corridors that attract residents and visitors alike. The area has witnessed a notable influx of visitors seeking to enjoy the mild spring weather, alongside strong attendance from photographers and content creators. These conditions have contributed to increased tourism activity and…
Burj Al Arab has never been a hotel that does things halfway, not when it first rose out of an artificial island in the late 1990s, and not now, as it prepares to disappear behind hoardings for an 18-month restoration that will take it offline for the first time in its history. The project will be led by French interior architect Tristan Auer, known for his sensitive work on Paris landmarks like the Hôtel de Crillon. Officially, the brief is to refresh the interiors, enhance performance and prepare the hotel for the future of luxury, while keeping its intrinsic essence…