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Ghenwa Yehia is the recipient of the 2025 Rosalynn Carter Fellowship for Mental Health Journalism as a UAE Fellow. This story begins a four-part series supported by the RCFMHJ. In December 2021, I received a voice note from my aunt. She was planning to visit her daughter, my cousin, in Doha, Qatar, and I was thrilled at the chance to see her again. Now I know, for most people, family visiting can be a source of stress. But as a Lebanese-Canadian-first-generation-immigrant-turned-expat whose family is literally scattered across continents, any opportunity to reconnect is more than welcome. My maternal aunt in…
DUBAI — The United States conducted “self-defense strikes” over the weekend against Iranian radar and drone command-and-control facilities in Goruk and on Qeshm Island, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said late Sunday. “The measured and deliberate strikes occurred on Saturday and Sunday in response to aggressive Iranian actions that included the shootdown of a US MQ-1 drone that was operating over international waters,” CENTCOM said in a statement. “US fighter aircraft swiftly responded by eliminating Iranian air defenses, a ground control station, and two one-way attack drones that posed clear threats to ships transiting regional waters,” CENTCOM said. “No American…
Data issued by the Statistical Center for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf (GCC-Stat) indicate that the GCC countries recorded a 3% decline in the annual rate of groundwater extraction over the past nine years, alongside an increase in the share of renewable water resources, which reached 25.5% in 2024. This reflects the growing focus on implementing sustainable water resource management policies, as the GCC countries continue to pursue strategic directions aimed at enhancing the sustainability of water resources and achieving water security for future generations through reducing dependence on groundwater and increasing the share of…
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia – Global automation leader Emerson today announced it will co-develop next-generation corrosion management solutions for the Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Aramco), one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies. For Aramco, corrosion management is a strategic priority tied directly to operational performance, safety and environmental responsibility. Continuous corrosion monitoring eliminates difficult, inefficient and dangerous manual corrosion measurements and provides a reliable digital data stream for improved decision making. Emerson and Aramco sign an agreement to co-develop next-generation corrosion management solutions for the Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Aramco), one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies. Emerson’s advanced corrosion monitoring platform delivers real-time insights that enable the energy industry to prevent…
JERUSALEM — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday ordered attacks on the southern suburbs of Lebanon’s capital, Beirut, as the conflict with the Iran-backed armed group Hezbollah continued to escalate. “Following repeated violations of the ceasefire in Lebanon by the terrorist group Hezbollah and the attacks against our cities and citizens, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz ordered the IDF to attack terrorist targets in the Dahiyeh district in Beirut,” a statement from Netanyahu’s office said. Israeli troops and Hezbollah have continued to trade fire since a mid-April ceasefire, with Hezbollah resorting to the use of…
Madinah Central Dates Market in Food City witnessed heightened economic activity amid the influx of pilgrims before and after Hajj, with strong demand for various date varieties contributing to increased commercial activity. A report issued by Madinah branch of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture stated that the market recorded sales of 724,381 kilograms of dates over the past 20 days, with a total value approaching SAR12 million. Transactions were conducted through 20 auction lanes, including air-conditioned lanes inside the main hall, in addition to retail outlets. According to the report, Ajwa, Safawi, and Sagai were the top-selling date varieties, reflecting…
Ahmed Saad, Regional Sales Manager, Liferay. Ahmed Saad, Regional Sales Manager, Liferay, explains why composable digital experience platforms, AI-driven personalisation, and trust-based governance are becoming essential for enterprises seeking to reduce friction, improve self-service journeys, and build resilient customer experiences in the Middle East.Digital experience has emerged as a critical differentiator for organisations across the Middle East as customer expectations continue to evolve in an increasingly connected and AI-driven economy. Enterprises have accelerated investments in automation, self-service platforms, and digital channels, but many still struggle with fragmented customer journeys, abandoned interactions, and disconnected systems that undermine engagement and trust. The…
For her civil ceremony to Callum Turner at London’s Old Marylebone Town Hall, Dua Lipa decided to bypass the traditional gown entirely, embracing a masterclass of vintage storytelling courtesy of custom Schiaparelli haute couture. Designed by creative director Daniel Roseberry, the ensemble was a breathtaking ode to Old Hollywood classics, filtered through a distinct 1970s sartorial lens. At the heart of the look was a sharply tailored ivory cady blazer featuring Schiaparelli’s signature personalised gold bijoux buttons. The masculine silhouette was cleverly balanced by feminine elegance, softened by a sculpted blush-toned bustier with delicate white lace peeking out from beneath…
Prof. Fahad M. Al-OtaibiI had the honor of discussing the life of the founder of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, King Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman Al Saud through the book The Concise Biography of King Abdulaziz as part of the Literary Partner Initiative at Seventies Café on Monday, May 25, 2026. This cultural event held significant intellectual and national value, as it shed light on one of the most important works that presents a concise yet rich account of the life of the founder of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. To speak about King Abdulaziz, is not merely to revisit the…
With the UAE emerging as one of the world’s leading destinations for luxury lifestyles, smart mobility and connected urban living, OMODA & JAECOO is spotlighting its advanced VPD (Valet Parking Driver) technology as a future-ready mobility innovation designed to elevate convenience, comfort and premium urban driving experiences across the Emirates. Demonstrated during the Beijing Auto Show and Chery International Business Summit, the intelligent driverless self-parking technology reflects OMODA & JAECOO’s broader vision of combining futuristic mobility with luxury lifestyle convenience. Designed for modern urban environments, VPD introduces intelligent features such as “Come When Called” and “Leave When Waved,” allowing vehicles…