Author: Editorial Team

RIYADH — The National Center for Meteorology has forecast moderate to heavy rainfall across the Riyadh region starting Saturday and continuing through Sunday. The expected rainfall will affect Riyadh city and several governorates, including Al-Dilam, Al-Muzahimiyah, Dhurma, Al-Qiddiya, Diriyah, Hotat Bani Tamim, Al-Hariq, Al-Kharj, and Marat. The Civil Defense urged the public to exercise caution, follow safety instructions, and avoid risky areas during the weather conditions. Source: Saudi Gazette

ISLAMABAD — Saudi Minister of Finance Mohammed Al-Jadaan met with Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday in Islamabad to discuss issues of mutual interest and strengthen bilateral cooperation. The meeting was attended by Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, as well as Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir. During the meeting, Sharif conveyed his greetings to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, expressing appreciation for the Kingdom’s continued support to Pakistan. He commended Saudi Arabia’s longstanding economic and financial assistance, which he said…

Samir Akel, Regional Vice President, Nintex. Riyadh — Organisations across Saudi Arabia are accelerating AI adoption, but Nintex research shows many initiatives fail to deliver measurable value without strong automation foundations first. The findings, based on a survey of C-suite and senior managers directly involved in AI implementation across 100 Saudi companies with more than 250 employees, reveal that a significant majority recognise the importance of automation in preparing their operations for AI. In fact, 62% said that combining AI with automation has delivered the strongest business outcomes, whilst 86% believe automation is a necessary first step before successfully implementing…

BANGKOK — Naif Al-Ghazwani became the first Saudi boxer to qualify for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. Al-Ghazwani secured his place at the global event, scheduled from October 31 to November 13, after defeating Italian opponent Francesco Zonile at the U19 World Boxing Futures Cup in Thailand. Prior to this achievement, Al-Ghazwani underwent a comprehensive training program implemented by the Saudi Boxing Federation, which included organizing several local tournaments and identifying talent through the “Kingdom Belt” championship for youth categories. As part of the program, the athletes participated in a training camp at the Mike Tyson Club under the…

Alstom, global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, welcomes Martin Sion as Chief Executive Officer, effective on Monday. Martin Sion succeeds Henri Poupart-Lafarge, who, after a decade at the helm, has decided not to seek a further term as CEO. A decade of transformational leadership Under Henri Poupart-Lafarge’s leadership since 2016, Alstom achieved a strong leadership position in the global rail industry, marked by significant growth, a broadened product portfolio, and a reputation for strong partnerships worldwide. Henri’s tenure saw the company’s revenues rise from around €6 billion to €18.5 billion with a profitability among the highest in the industry.…

The UAE Public Prosecution has launched an investigation into a cross-emirate fraud network accused of targeting residents through fake SMS messages. The scam, which offered to settle minor traffic fines for passing toll gates without paying, led to victims losing large sums from their bank accounts. According to case details, the fraudulent scheme involved sending text messages containing links claiming discounted payments for traffic violations—often as low as Dh4. Victims who clicked on the link and entered their bank card details later discovered that large amounts had been withdrawn from their accounts without authorisation. Prosecutors said a specialised anti-fraud team…

DUBAI, 10th April, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chambers recently held discussions with Judha Nugraha, Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to the UAE, on opportunities to strengthen bilateral economic partnerships across a range of priority sectors in support of continued growth in relations between the two markets. The meeting, which was attended by Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, explored ways to enhance trade and investment cooperation between the business communities in Dubai and Indonesia. Discussions also focused on expanding collaboration to advance shared interests and unlock new avenues for mutual growth. The participants reviewed opportunities…

Josh Kahn, SVP and GM, Core Business Workflows, ServiceNow and Russell Jukes, Chief Digital Information Officer, DXC. Dubai — DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC), a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner, and ServiceNow, the AI control tower for business reinvention, have announced a new, multi-year agreement to modernize core enterprise operations and put AI to work at scale. The partnership combines DXC’s enterprise optimization expertise with the ServiceNow AI Platform to move from AI experimentation to execution across complex, multivendor environments, while accelerating delivery timelines, reducing manual effort, and improving service quality across core business functions.   As Customer Zero for ServiceNow’s Core Business Suite, DXC will be the…

Emirati citizens have warmly welcomed the UAE’s decision to extend the Nafis programme to 2040, describing it as a transformative step toward long-term career stability and professional advancement in the private sector. Announced by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, the extension reinforces national efforts to empower Emiratis through financial incentives, professional development opportunities, and enhanced job security. Many citizens believe the move will further encourage nationals to pursue private sector careers while reducing reliance on government employment. For Manar Al Marzouqi, a Dubai resident who works as…

RIYADH — Karim Benzema delivered a hat-trick and an assist as Al Hilal thrashed Al Kholood 6-0 to stay firmly in the Roshn Saudi League title race. The emphatic victory saw Al Hilal cut the gap to leaders Al Nassr to two points, although they have played a game more, as the 2023-24 champions continue their push for another league crown. Benzema, who has been in standout form since his winter arrival, registered his second hat-trick with the club and third of the season, underlining his growing influence in Simone Inzaghi’s side. “There were seven finals; now there are six…