Author: Editorial Team

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…

(L-R) Sherif Azzam, Business Unit Manager, Comstor Saudi Arabia, Anas Abusaleh, Sales Director, Barq Systems & Mohammed Sayed, Presales Director, Barq Systems. Sherif Azzam, Business Unit Manager, Comstor Saudi Arabia, Anas Abusaleh, Sales Director, Barq Systems and Mohammed Sayed, Presales Director, Barq Systems discuss the value of Cisco Security solutions and its wider implementation in Saudi Arabia. What makes Cisco Security solutions stand out in the KSA market? Sherif Azzam: Cisco Security excels with integrated platforms like SecureX, offering zero-trust and AI-driven threat detection tailored for KSA’s Vision 2030 digital push. Anas Abusaleh : As a leading Cisco Partner in…

JEDDAH — Al Ittihad edged Al Wahda 1-0 after extra time to book their place in the AFC Champions League Elite quarter-finals. Fabinho struck from the penalty spot in the final seconds of extra time at King Abdullah Sports City, sealing a hard-fought victory and setting up a clash with FC Machida Zelvia. Backed by a strong home crowd, Al Ittihad started brightly, with Steven Bergwijn causing early problems from a free-kick, while Stephane Keller saw his volley deflected into the side netting. Al Wahda responded quickly on the counter, forcing Predrag Rajković into action after a dangerous moment involving…

RIYADH — The Public Investment Fund (PIF) Board of Directors, chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, has approved PIF’s 2026–2030 strategy, Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday. This marks a continuation of the fund’s long-term direction to build competitive domestic ecosystems, unlock the full potential of strategic assets, maximize long-term returns, and drive Saudi Arabia’s economic transformation while enhancing quality of life. The 2026–2030 strategy represents a natural evolution as PIF transitions from a period of rapid growth and acceleration into a new phase focused on sustained value creation, with a stronger emphasis on maximizing impact, improving investment efficiency,…

ABU DHABI, 15th April, 2026 (WAM) — EMSTEEL has been recognised as a 2026 Steel Sustainability Champion by the World Steel Association for the third consecutive year. The recognition makes EMSTEEL the only steel company in the MENA region to receive this distinction and further reinforcing its position as a global leader in sustainable steelmaking, low-carbon steel, and industrial decarbonisation. The announcement was made during the Steel Sustainability Champions Award Ceremony, held as part of the World Steel Association’s Special General Meeting of the Board of Members 2026 in Berlin, Germany. The awards recognise companies demonstrating exceptional commitment to sustainable…

SHARJAH, 15th April, 2026 (WAM) — The University of Sharjah (UOS) and Sharjah Media City (Shams) have signed an MoU to boost collaboration in media, communications, and public relations, nurturing Sharjah’s creative ecosystem. The agreement was signed by Chancellor Professor Esameldin Agamy and Director-General Rashid Abdullah Al Obad. The MoU aims to expand training opportunities for Emirati talent, support emerging creatives and enhance knowledge exchange to bolster the UAE’s media landscape, particularly in Sharjah. Professor Agamy said that Shams has played a key role in supporting university programmes, especially within the College of Communication, by providing practical training opportunities and…

Long before its closure for restoration for 18 months, it was the place where tennis was played in the sky, planes touched down mid-air, and fireworks lit up one of the world’s most recognisable silhouettes. For 26 years, Jumeirah Burj Al Arab has been more than a hotel; it has been a stage for spectacle, a symbol of Dubai’s ambition, and a backdrop to moments that travelled far beyond the UAE. As the landmark shuts its doors temporarily, here’s a look back at the moments that defined its global status. 2004: Tiger Woods takes golf to the skies Before the…

Satellite startup Orbital has laid out plans to launch its first test mission in 2027, which they hope will provide a foundation for operating AI data centres in low Earth orbit (LEO). The company’s first satellite, Orbital 1, is scheduled to launch on a SpaceX Falcon 9 in April next year. Its aim is to validate sustained GPU operation in orbit, test radiation hardening and eventually run AI workloads commercially. Orbital noted it has secured funding from start-up accelerator a16z Speedrun to support the initial test and was in the process of making an application to the US Federal Communications…

ATHENS — Greek authorities have rescued over 300 migrants coming mainly from Bangladesh, Egypt, Yemen and Sudan over the last two days, officials said. Nearly half of them were rescued on Monday off the island of Crete, the coast guard said on Tuesday, adding that they were travelling on at least three makeshift vessels. Search operations continued on Tuesday despite strong winds in the area, they said. A coast guard official said the migrants were being held by Cretan police and would be transferred to reception centres on the Greek mainland. Meanwhile, dozens of migrants have been rescued from a…

Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospital – Jeddah has achieved a new milestone by receiving the Person-Centered Care Certification®️ at the Gold level from Planetree International, confirming its strong commitment to providing healthcare that places patients and their families at the center of every decision and practice. This certification represents the highest level of recognition awarded by Planetree International, given only to healthcare organizations that demonstrate exceptional excellence in patient experience and active partnership with families and the community. With this achievement, the hospital joins an exclusive global list of 101 healthcare facilities to hold this prestigious certification. What does the Gold…