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Holy Mosques
NEWS DESK GCC Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia Welcomes 1,300 Hajj Pilgrims from 90 Countries as Host of the Holy Journey

On Saturday, King Salman announced that over 90 countries will send 1,300 Hajj pilgrims to the Kingdom this year. Selected participants will have their pilgrimage expenses covered as part of the Guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Program for Hajj and Umrah. This program will be hosting the pilgrims. The Saudi Islamic Affairs Minister, Sheikh Abdullatif […]
Saudi Astronauts
GCC NEWS DESK Saudi Arabia

Saudi Astronauts Rayyanah Barnawi and Ali Alqarni Return Triumphant to the Kingdom following a Successful Space Mission

Four Saudi astronauts, Ali Alqarni, Rayyanah Barnawi, Mariam Fardous, and Ali Al-Ghamdi, recently completed a scientific mission at the International Space Station (ISS) and returned to the Kingdom on Saturday morning. On May 31, Alqarni and Barnawi, the first Arab woman to orbit Earth, came back to Earth after spending eight days at the space station. During […]
uae central bank
GCC NEWS DESK UAE

UAE Central Bank Issues AML Guidelines for Crypto and NFTs

The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates has officially issued new guidance for anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing. The guidance is targeted at financial institutions that regularly deal with virtual assets like cryptocurrencies and non-fungible tokens. The Central Bank’s new guidance highlights possible risks that may arise with dealing with virtual
Green energy
Energy GCC NEWS DESK Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia and the Netherlands to Collaborate on Green Energy

Saudi Arabia and the Netherlands recently signed an MoU to collaborate on green energy and hydrogen projects. Due to this agreement, the Netherlands could be the primary destination for the transportation of hydrogen derived from renewable energy from Saudi Arabia to Europe. This agreement was disclosed by Saudi Arabia’s energy minister, Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, at
crypto regulation
Finance GCC NEWS DESK UAE

Hong Kong and UAE to Collaborate on Crypto Rules

Hong Kong and UAE to Collaborate on Crypto Rules: The United Arab Emirates and Hong Kong have officially announced their collaboration on crypto regulations. The representatives of the Central Banks of Hong Kong and UAE recently met in Abu Dhabi, where both jurisdictions agreed to position themselves as nations that are crypto-friendly. During the meeting, both […]
AI technology
Tech GCC NEWS DESK UAE

Dubai’s RTA Announces New AI Technology that Detects 1mm Cracks in the Road

Dubai’s RTA Announces New AI Technology that Detects 1mm Cracks in the Road: The Dubai Road Transport Authority has announced that it will utilize AI-based laser technology to detect road cracks. The primary goal of this new technology uptake is to boost the safety of Dubai’s road transport networks. Ordinarily, the RTA’s patrol cars regularly scan […]
5G connectivity
NEWS DESK Bahrain GCC

Bahrain’s 5G Speed Hits Peak Performance

Bahrain’s 5G Speed Hits Peak Performance: Bahrain’s 5G network speed has reportedly hit a peak of 3.2 Gbps. This peak speed performance shows that Bahrain’s 5G progress has doubled in recent years. When 5G connectivity was launched in the kingdom in 2019, the peak speed was pegged at 1.5 Gbps. However, Bahrain’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) […]
Recycling
Sustainability GCC Lifestyle NEWS DESK UAE

Abu Dhabi Introduces Innovative Recycling Bins to Combat Plastic Pollution

Abu Dhabi Introduces Innovative Recycling Bins to Combat Plastic Pollution: Adnoc petrol stations in the Emirate are introducing new recycling bins. The aim is to encourage recycling and reduce Abu Dhabi’s single-use plastic. The machines go by the name reverse vending machines (RVMs) because they allow customers to insert used plastic bottles and aluminium cans […]
Self-Driving Robots
Tech GCC NEWS DESK UAE

In Dubai, self-driving robots deliver around 100 food orders to people’s homes every week. At a summit in Barcelona, Spain, global transport bosses got to see one of the delivery bots. During the exhibition, dignitaries learned about how the compact vehicles of the Road and Transport Authority operate on roads. These vehicles are responsible for […]
Saudi Royal Reserve Authority
GCC NEWS DESK Saudi Arabia

The Saudi Royal Reserve Authority Joins International Conservation Organization as a Member

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 work in helping local communities with nature conservation and wildlife
Saudi Space Commission
GCC NEWS DESK Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia Makes Significant Investments in Advancing its Future Space Missions

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 […]
Emiratis
NEWS DESK GCC UAE

UAE Private Sector Workforce Surges by One-Third in 2023 as Employers Embrace National Drive

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
NEWS DESK GCC Saudi Arabia

Saudi Science and Engineering Team Secures 27 Prestigious Awards

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
Vocational Training
NEWS DESK GCC Saudi Arabia

HRDF and KSU Collaborate to Launch Career Counselor Training Program in Saudi Arabia

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,
Saudi Astronaut
NEWS DESK GCC Saudi Arabia

Groundbreaking Moment: Saudi Arabia’s Pioneer Female Astronaut Arrives At the Space Station

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 […]