Author: Editorial Team
The medical and surgical team of the Saudi Conjoined Twins Programme successfully performed an emergency surgery today to separate Saudi female conjoined twins at King Abdullah Specialized Children’s Hospital at King Abdulaziz Medical City, affiliated with the Ministry of National Guard in Riyadh. The operation was conducted in six stages, lasted six and a half hours, and involved 23 consultants, specialists, and technical and nursing staff. Advisor at the Royal Court, Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center, and Head of the Medical and Surgical Team of the Saudi Conjoined Twins Programme Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah…
Burj Al Arab is finally taking a day off — well, 18 months off — for a large scale restoration. The city’s best‑known icon, which has doubled as a status symbol, afternoon‑tea backdrop and Instagram trophy since 1999, will be wrapped up and worked on while designers refresh its interiors and public spaces. For travellers who built an itinerary (and a budget) around that ‘seven‑star’ stay, the obvious question is: now what? The good news is that in a city like Dubai, there’s always plenty of choice. The Emirate has spent the last few years building a new generation of…
Fernando Cea, Vice President of Technology for MENA and APAC, Globant. From 3D rendering to open worlds, gaming has always evolved through innovation that reshapes how we play, what we expect, and who gets to participate. Today, we’re standing at another inflection point: the integration of AI. With AI, non-playable characters (NPCs) can respond and adapt to a player’s behavior in real time. Procedural storylines can actively evolve in unexpected ways, and entire worlds can expand dynamically. We’re in the midst of a profound transformation that’s shifting gaming not just for a few players, but for all of us. However, every advancement in gaming has forced…
Al-Marsous Well in the town of Al-Qadimah, Rabigh Governorate, is a historic landmark that served as a vital water source and strategic stop for trade caravans and pilgrims along the Kingdom’s western coast. Its solid stone construction showcases ancient engineering expertise, utilizing meticulously packed stones to ensure durability and efficient water conservation for generations. Historically, the well was a primary resting point on ancient routes, supporting regional economic activity and social life. By providing a reliable resource in a water-scarce environment, it fostered community stability and supported local agriculture. Today, the well is a key heritage site with significant potential…
Anthropic recently announced plans to expand its London presence by adding new office space capacity for around 800 employees. This move comes at a time when the comping is increasing its research, safety and commercial operations in the UK. Pip White, head of EMEA North at Anthropic, stated on LinkedIn the AI player currently has more than 200 employees based in London, including around 60 AI safety researchers. The new office space is in London’s Knowledge Quarter. The move puts Anthropic alongside other major AI companies already based in the area, as competition for London-based talent and infrastructure continues to…
Across Dubai, running clubs are emerging as some of the most accessible and genuine spaces for connection and a recent almost 2,000-runners-strong sprint at Kite Beach offered a glimpse into why. Dubai’s beaches have seen their fair share of weekend runs, but what unfolded at Kite Beach last Sunday was way beyond just staying “on track” with your fitness regime. At sunrise, close to 2,000 people gathered for the ‘Run As One’ initiative, a community-led solidarity run that turned an ordinary stretch of sand and running track into a snapshot of Dubai’s spirit of togetherness. Flags were tied like capes,…
Lunges, push-ups, split squats, press-ups. April 17 morning was no ordinary moment at Jumeirah Beach hotel as former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand and his wife Kate led a community workout session for more than 100 people. The endeavour was, in essence, the couple’s effort to give back after a “heavy time for many”. By the time the duo took to the stage, along with personal trainers Amandio and Fea, the crowd was already in a frenzy. The ice-breaking happened on stage from time to time as Rio occasionally broke into dance, joked with the audience while Kate motivated them…
The Roads General Authority (RGA) clarified that the road network leading to Makkah includes a number of major axes linking the Kingdom’s various regions to Makkah, contributing to facilitating the movement of pilgrims and improving access efficiency during the Hajj season. The RGA affirmed that these roads form part of an interconnected network serving pilgrims by facilitating their movement between regions and by raising safety and operational efficiency on roads leading to Makkah. The RGA stated that it continues to develop and improve the road network to the highest standards, keeping pace with increasing road demand, contributing to achieving the…
Vodafone Business recently unveiled a new commercial 5G network slicing service aimed at enterprise customers. The customers specifically inhabit venues with a high demand for mission critical connectivity. The company’s new 5G+ Local Slicing offer gives organisations a dedicated slice of VodafoneThree’s standalone (SA) 5G network across an area of up to 5km², providing guaranteed mobile performance in locations where demand can overwhelm shared mobile infrastructure. The service targets stadiums, university campuses and sectors including manufacturing, retail, healthcare, transport and logistics. It enables customers to reserve bandwidth for critical applications such as security systems, staff communications, 5G cameras and digital…
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…