The Saudi Royal Reserve Authority Joins International Conservation Organization as a Member : The government announced that the Saudi Royal Reserve Development Authority is now a member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature. The authority received membership in IUCN for their
Saudi Arabia Makes Significant Investments in Advancing its Future Space Missions: According to Fahad Nazer, the spokesman for the U.S. Embassy of Saudi Arabia, the 10-day journey of two Saudi astronauts to ISS, the International Space Station, aligns with the country’s Vision 2030 plan and its objective to initiate its space missions. During a discussion […]
UAE Private Sector Workforce Surges by One-Third in 2023 as Employers Embrace National Drive: The number of Emiratis working in the private sector increased by over a third this year, with almost 68,000 individuals currently employed. Over 17,000 people joined private enterprises in 2023, per data from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation. The UAE […]
Saudi Science and Engineering Team Secures 27 Prestigious Awards: Mawhiba and the Ministry of Education won a total of 27 awards at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair. They were representing the Kingdom and King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity. These prizes include four special prizes and 23 major awards. The ISEF
Saudi Martial Artist Pioneers Kyokushin Karate, Elevating its Presence in the Kingdom: At the age of 18 years, while attending university, Meshari Alharrah came across the Kyokushin style of karate. He is a lawyer now, 27 years old, with a black belt in the martial art. He continues to train and improve and has participated […]
HRDF and KSU Collaborate to Launch Career Counselor Training Program in Saudi Arabia: On Sunday, the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF) and King Saud University (KSU) partnered to launch a training program for job counselors at the university’s main campus. The National Career Development Association (NCDA) also took part in the project. Mohammed Al-Numay,
Groundbreaking Moment: Saudi Arabia’s Pioneer Female Astronaut Arrives At the Space Station: The first female Saudi astronaut arrived at the International Space Station aboard a SpaceX rocket. Rayyanah Barnawi shed happy tears upon entering the International Space Station (ISS). She made history by being the first Arab woman to go on a space mission and the […]
Powering a Sustainable Future: Saudi-German Collaboration For Energy and Climate Innovations: Dieter Lamle, the German ambassador to the Kingdom, stated that hydrogen, energy, and climate represent important areas of partnership between KSA and Germany. Lamle stated in an interview that the two countries were well-suited partners and stressed that they both acknowledged
Jabal Ikmah: Unveiling AlUla’s Ancient Marvel on UNESCO’s Illustrious Memory of the World Register: Jabal Ikmah is now listed on UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register, recognizing the Royal Commission for AlUla’s efforts to preserve the region’s heritage. According to a media statement released on Wednesday, the RCU invested substantially in
Codename Max: The Untold Tale of UAE’s Mission To the Main Asteroid Belt: The UAE’s mission to Mars gained global attention, but there was also a more intricate Emirati mission in progress, known as Max. The UAE Space Agency began generating concepts to push the boundaries of its engineers and private space industry and expand the […]
The Road and Transport Authority in Dubai announced its goal to achieve public transportation with net-zero emissions by 2050. The RTA has two goals: to improve public transportation and to reduce its environmental impact in its buildings and waste-management facilities. In the next year, the RTA aims to make changes to reduce carbon emissions from taxis, […]
Wireless Laser Optics Paves the Way for Ultra-Fast Connectivity in Saudi Arabia: The telecommunications experts at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology are working on providing Saudi Arabia with affordable and fast internet wired to all devices. Telecommunications experts from KAUST and Taara at X, the moonshot factory, successfully tested a wireless laser
Saudi Transformation Catches Estonia’s Attention, Offers Assistance With Kingdom’s Transformation: Estonia is closely observing Saudi’s transformation, with President Alar Karis expressing interest in becoming a part of the Kingdom’s reform and growth story. During an interview, Karis shared his strong interest in the transformations happening in
Dubai airports are implementing AI to enhance the efficiency of their air traffic control systems. Last year, the Swedish aerospace company Saab got the Integrated Air Traffic Control Suite high-tech upgrade contract. Currently, the technology is being delivered and installed at Dubai International Airport, Al Maktoum International Airport (also known as Dubai World
Saudi Students Clinch An Impressive 41 Medals At The Geneva Invention Awards! In a display of creativity and innovation, Saudi students have once again proven their mettle on the global stage. During their participation in the 48th Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions, students from King Abdulaziz University won a total of 41 medals. At the exhibition […]
From Vision To Reality: Sheikh Khalifa’s Legacy Revolutionizes Cancer Care In The UAE: After assuming the presidency in 2004, the late President Sheikh Khalifa made the well-being of UAE residents a key focus of his strategic development plan. As a result, his vision came to be through the major expansion of cancer care facilities throughout […]
Shining Stars: Saudi Film Festival’s Brightest Talents Awarded Golden Palm Prizes: The Saudi Film Festival recently held an event to honor skilled filmmakers and actors in the industry. Winners of the Ninth Saudi Film Festival celebrated their Golden Palm prizes after the event. These talented individuals have secured their place as the upcoming generation of Saudi
Dubai Doctors successfully reattached a worker’s severed hand at NMC Royal Hospital following a work-related accident. On February 26, Pyae Phyo Aung, a 37-year-old laborer from Myanmar, was working on a heavy shipment at Dubai Ports. Unfortunately, his left hand got caught in ropes used to moor the boat. Due to the force exerted by […]
Ithra and Cinema Society Collaborate to Boost Film Industry in Saudi Arabia: Ithra, which is also known as The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture, recently partnered with the Cinema Society in Dhahran. Their goal is to create programs and initiatives that will support the growth of the film industry in Saudi Arabia. They also aim […]
A User-Friendly Interface for Government Inquiries : Fahd Alhazmi, a Saudi engineer, recently launched a new platform to help Saudi citizens and ex-pats manage their government service needs through a user-friendly interface. The SaudiGovtGPT is an AI platform designed for Saudi citizens and residents, and it is the first of its kind in the region. […]