Author: Editorial Team
RIYADH — Saudi security authorities arrested a total of 12,192 illegal residents in a week. The arrests were made in the joint inspections, carried out by the security forces in collaboration with the relevant government agencies, during the period between April 16 and April 22, the Ministry of Interior revealed on Saturday. Those who were arrested include 6,606 violators of the Residency Law, 3,510 violators of the Border Security Law, and 2,076 violators of the Labor Law. The total number of people who were arrested while trying to cross the border into the Kingdom accounted for 1,454, of whom 32…
RIYADH — The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) announced on Saturday that its land, sea, and air customs ports recorded 1,077 seizures of various types of contraband during the last week. The seized items include 37 types of narcotics, 475 types of prohibited substances, 2,103 types of tobacco and its derivatives, 21 cases involving cash, and 3 cases involving weapons and related equipment. ZATCA affirmed its commitment to strengthening customs control over the Kingdom’s imports and exports to ensure the security and protection of society. This is part of ZATCA’s ongoing efforts to enhance security and protect society from…
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…
RIYADH — Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman said Saudi Arabia has demonstrated how national ambition can be transformed into tangible achievements after a decade of progress under Saudi Vision 2030. In remarks published in the Vision 2030 Annual Report 2025 on Saturday, the Crown Prince said the Kingdom’s achievements were made possible through the determination of its people and the strength of its institutions. “After a decade of progress under Vision 2030, our nation has shown how ambition can be turned into real results,” he said. The Crown Prince added that the progress achieved in recent years…
RIYADH — Saudi Vision 2030 entered its third and final phase from a position of stronger institutional maturity, broader economic diversification and sustained implementation momentum, according to the 2025 annual report released on Saturday. The report said 93% of Vision 2030 key performance indicators met or exceeded annual targets in 2025, while 90% of initiatives were completed or on track. A total of 935 initiatives were completed and 225 were progressing as planned out of 1,290 initiatives. All 309 Vision indicators also met or exceeded their interim targets. More than 2,200 reforms and measures were delivered across the first two…
“Gaza deserves joy” read a large banner at a mass wedding for 300 Palestinian couples in the Gaza Strip, held after more than two years of war that reduced much of the enclave to rubble. More than 72,000 Gazans have been killed since the war started in October 2023, most of them civilians, according to Gaza health authorities. Despite the October 2025 ceasefire, violence in Gaza has persisted, with Israel conducting near-daily attacks on Palestinians. At least 800 Palestinians have been killed since the ceasefire deal took effect, according to local medics, while Israel says militants have killed four of its soldiers. Stay up to date with the latest…
TIVAT, Montenegro, 23rd April, 2026 (WAM) — FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem on Wednesday met with Montenegrin Prime Minister Milojko Spajić to strengthen cooperation between the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) and Montenegro. The meeting in Tivat provided an opportunity to discuss the FIA’s leadership across both motorsport and mobility, and to explore areas of collaboration aligned with Montenegro’s national priorities. Motorsport and tourism were key topics of the meeting, with talks focusing on how the sector’s growth can support the economy, attract visitors and enhance Montenegro’s international profile, while ensuring events are conducted safely and sustainably. Another key focus…
Residents in Abu Dhabi have been warned about a surge in fake social media accounts and messages aimed at defrauding the public and stealing personal data. Abu Dhabi Police on Saturday (April 25) said these accounts promote a wide range of scams, including fake concert tickets, bogus residency visa services, misleading domestic worker recruitment offers, and unauthorised insurance products. Some also advertise seized vehicles at unrealistically low prices or request personal information under the pretext of parcel tracking or delivery. The authority added that scammers are also luring victims into illegal investment schemes and promoting non-existent real estate projects to…
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…
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…