Author: Editorial Team
PARIS — Iranian authorities have released Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi on bail following growing alarm over her health and she has already been transferred to Tehran for medical treatment, her supporters said. After 10 days of hospitalisation in Zanjan in northern Iran where she had been serving her sentence, Mohammadi “has been granted a sentence suspension on heavy bail”, her foundation said in a statement. It added she had been transferred by ambulance to a hospital in Tehran “to be treated by her own medical team”. Her supporters had last week warned that Mohammadi, who won the 2023…
At seven, she should have been playing with dolls. Instead, she sat in a dermatology clinic, staring at her swollen, infected fingertips. The cause? A glossy adult nail polish. She had seen it on a short video, copied the routine, and applied it to her own small hands. What followed was nine months of treatment for a bacterial and fungal infection no child her age should have ever known. “Not a month goes by without a similar case crossing my clinic,” says Dr. Salem Antabi, a specialist dermatologist at SkinMed Medical Center, with over 30 years of clinical experience. Stay…
The General Directorate of Passports at Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah welcomed the first flight of pilgrims from the Russian Federation arriving to perform Hajj 1447 AH and completed their entry procedures smoothly and efficiently. The directorate confirmed its readiness to receive pilgrims and facilitate procedures by utilizing all available resources, including equipping international entry points with the latest technologies and qualified personnel proficient in pilgrims’ languages. Source: Riyadh Daily
Watch the highlights from the strategic MOU signing between VAD Technologies and Data Dynamics. Source: Tahawul Tech
MADINAH — The Transport General Authority (TGA), in cooperation with the Madinah Region Development Authority, launched a pilot program for the self-driving “RoboBus” shuttle bus service within the inner courtyard of Quba Mosque in Madinah. This initiative is part of a project aimed at developing innovative and safe transportation solutions for visitors and worshipers, supporting the Kingdom’s drive towards sustainable transport and digital transformation. The self-driving bus, with a capacity up to 20 passengers, utilizes an advanced artificial intelligence system, supported by modern sensors and high-resolution cameras, ensuring high levels of safety for passengers and pedestrians during operation within the…
MAKKAH — The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah will begin implementing the new system for payment of fees for domestic Hajj bookings in the second phase on Friday, May 15. This applies to citizens and expatriates who have completed the registration process and booked their seats through the Nusk electronic application. The ministry clarified that the deadline for paying the reservation invoice has been extended to 72 hours, until Dhul Qada 27, Thursday, while the deadline will be six hours only on Dhul Qada 28, Friday. This is to provide the opportunity to the largest possible number of beneficiaries. The…
Looking to stay active without spending money? This week, Dubai residents have several free fitness classes and wellness events to choose from, with a focus on movement, mindfulness and community. From a waterfront Pilates session to yoga, bootcamps and guided meditation, here are seven free activities worth adding to your calendar. 1. Sunset Pilates at Dubai Marina To celebrate World Pilates Day, VEO Fitness is joining forces with LC for a one-time sunset mat Pilates session at Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club. Set against the waterfront backdrop of Dubai Marina, the class is designed for all fitness levels and…
Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call today from Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Abbas Araghchi, during which they discussed the latest developments related to the Pakistani mediation and ongoing diplomatic talks between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States of America, exchanging views on the matter. Source: Riyadh Daily
RIYADH — Saudi Aramco President and CEO Amin Nasser revealed that Saudi Arabia is pursuing plans to expand its oil export capacity through Yanbu on the Red Sea to more than five million barrels per day, as shipping disruptions choke traffic through the Strait of Hormuz as a result of the Iranian war. During a call with investors to discuss the energy giant’s first-quarter results, Nasser stated: “Regarding the two Yanbu terminals (North Yanbu and South Yanbu), they currently have the capacity to export approximately five million barrels per day, and we are working to expand that capacity further. Our…
Avir Shah. Armela Farms is leveraging automation, AI-driven climate control, robotics, and hydroponic technologies to strengthen food security, optimise water usage, and build a more resilient agricultural ecosystem aligned with the UAE’s industrial and sustainability ambitions. Food production across the UAE is undergoing a technological transformation as advanced agricultural systems begin redefining how farms operate, scale, and respond to growing sustainability and food-security demands. From AI-powered climate control and robotics to precision irrigation and hydroponic cultivation, technology-led farming models are enabling higher productivity, improved crop consistency, and greater resilience against supply-chain disruptions. The UAE’s broader industrial and self-sufficiency ambitions under…