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RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received on Tuesday a phone call from Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Dr. Badr Abdelatty. During the call, the ministers reviewed the latest developments in the region. They underscored the importance of intensifying efforts to de-escalate tensions in a manner that preserves regional peace and security. Source: Saudi Gazette

JEDDAH — The Jeddah Mayoralty destroyed approximately 20 tons of spoiled food deemed unfit for human consumption during a joint field campaign carried out in the eastern part of the city.Conducted in collaboration with several relevant authorities, the campaign led to the closure of an unlicensed pastry and sweets factory operating from a site that failed to comply with health and municipal regulations. Yasser bin Siraj Bakhsh, director general of Monitoring and Addressing Negative Phenomena at the mayoralty, stated that field inspection teams identified an unlicensed factory operating within a residential building. The facility was producing various types of pastries…

DUBAI, 9th June, 2026 (WAM) — The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has announced the successful completion of the scientific experiment developed by students from the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) representing the UAE, aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The experiment was conducted as part of the Asian Try Zero-G 2025 competition, led by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) in collaboration with space agencies and entities, including MBRSC. The Asian Try Zero-G 2025 competition saw participation from 11 teams representing nine countries, reflecting strong regional engagement in space science and student innovation. The UAE’s participation was facilitated…

Google has reportedly placed an order with Intel to manufacture more than 3 million of its specialised AI chips in 2028. An action which would increase the pressure on Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC). The Information reported Google plans to use Intel to manufacture some of its tensor processing units (TPUs) after months of testing the chipmaker’s manufacturing capabilities. Google Cloud’s TPUs are custom chips purpose-built for AI and optimised for training and inference of advanced AI models. The news agency’s sources state the move reflects mounting strain on TSMC, which is struggling to meet surging demand for its foundry…

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, on the occasion of the Accession to the Throne Day. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, also dispatched similar messages to King Abdullah II on the occasion. Jordan is celebrating on Tuesday the 27th anniversary of King Abdullah II’s accession to the throne, a period widely associated with…

BERLIN, 9th June, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates today confirmed it stands ready to launch daily services to Berlin and Stuttgart, committing more than 100 million EUR each year in operational expenses, staff, airport charges, fuel and other expenditures, subject to the approval of the German Federal Ministry of Transport. Berlin sits as the political heart of Europe’s largest economy. A city of 3.9 million people, it is home to a thriving start-up ecosystem, a well-established diplomatic community, and a cultural scene that draws millions of visitors each year. Yet its long-haul connectivity has not kept pace with the city’s strong…

Every now and then, one hears a heartwarming story of a passenger having left wallet, passport or a key essential item behind, and a cab driver returning those to the owners. However, what happens when the list of items in the lost-and-found bin seem a bit, well, bizarre. Recently, Uber unveiled its Lost and Found Index which listed some of the offbeat items that passengers in the UAE have left behind. The offbeat items According to the Index, some of the most bizarre things the team has discovered in its lost and found section include things like massage tables, labubu…

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia and Türkiye have signed two major memorandums of understanding covering railways and logistics services, marking a significant step toward developing a land transport corridor linking the Gulf region with Europe.The agreements were signed by Saudi Minister of Transport and Logistic Services Saleh Al-Jasser and Turkish Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloglu.Uraloglu described the agreements as the beginning of a new phase of cooperation aimed at strengthening technical expertise, logistics infrastructure and regional connectivity.“In this context, we are launching a new phase that will strengthen the exchange of expertise and technical cooperation across a wide range…

RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan met with Foreign Minister of Sweden Maria Malmer Stenergard in Riyadh on Tuesday. During the meeting, the ministers reviewed bilateral relations and ways to strengthen them across various fields. They discussed regional and international developments and their security implications for countries of the region. The Swedish minister condemned the Iranian attacks and affirmed solidarity with affected countries. She underlined the necessity of restoring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz to protect the global economy from the repercussions of current developments. The ministers also discussed the humanitarian situation…

WWDC26 showcases Apple’s most ambitious software update yet, introducing Siri AI, advanced Apple Intelligence capabilities, redesigned parental controls, and major performance enhancements across its ecosystem. Apple has unveiled a sweeping set of software innovations at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC26), introducing the next generation of Apple Intelligence, an all-new Siri AI, and a comprehensive suite of child safety features aimed at helping families navigate the digital world more safely and confidently. The announcements mark one of Apple’s most significant software updates in recent years, spanning iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple Vision Pro, and other devices. At the heart of…