ARAB NEWS JEDDAH: Innovative business startups in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region could receive cash injections of up to $1 million as part of a newly launched growth initiative.Fifteen technology firms will be given the opportunity to participate in a three-month program of bootcamps aimed at fast-tracking promising young entrepreneurs to achieving…
RIYADH: The Saudi Art Exhibition in Washington, DC, was launched on Saturday evening by the cultural attaché at the Saudi Embassy, Dr. Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Issa. He cut a ribbon to inaugurate the exhibition, which included a presentation of Al-Ardeh Al-Najdiyah (folk dancing), a photo center and a display for artists with disabilities. The exhibition…
Saudi Human Resources Development Fund launches e-summer camp to train young jobseekers RIYADH: The Saudi Human Resources Development Fund (Hadaf) launched the e-summer camp program on Sunday in partnership with King Abdul Aziz University, King Khalid University, the General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises and Saudi Telecom Co. The launch ceremony, held at the Hadaf…
JEDDAH: The director general of the information department at Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ibrahim bin Abdulwahab Al-Gharib, said that the ministry grants beneficiaries of the Makkah Route initiative e-Hajj visas after inserting pilgrims’ data in the electronic track of Hajj visas. He explained in a press statement on Sunday that the ministry is participating with…
JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia’s King Salman on Sunday met British Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah to discuss economic and financial investments between the two countries and security cooperation amid heightened tensions with Iran.During the meeting, King Salman and Hammond reviewed means of developing and strengthening economic opportunities in accordance with…
JEDDAH: The second flight of Pakistani pilgrims, carrying 442 pilgrims, arrived on Friday at the Prince Mohammed bin Abdul Aziz International Airport in Madinah as part of the “Makkah Route” initiative to perform Hajj this year.Raja Ali Ejaz, Pakistan ambassador to Saudi Arabia, and Saudi officials received the pilgrims at the airport, and presented them…
JEDDAH: The Border Guards in the southern Saudi regions of Jazan, Najran and Asir foiled numerous cannabis smuggling attempts in June. This comes within the extensive work done by the Border Guards foiling attempts to smuggle drugs in all its forms and protecting the youth of the Kingdom from their dangers. Border Guards spokesman Lt.…
JEDDAH: The Blue Man Group’s presence at Jeddah Season has attracted fans from across Saudi Arabia.The group has only performed in the Kingdom once before, taking in Jeddah and Riyadh. Their shows are strange, reality-defying and confusing when you experience them.The troupe’s “Captain,” Scott Speiser, said: “There are always challenges in getting it up and…
JEDDAH: The Blue Man Group’s presence at Jeddah Season has attracted fans from across Saudi Arabia.The group has only performed in the Kingdom once before, taking in Jeddah and Riyadh. Their shows are strange, reality-defying and confusing when you experience them.The troupe’s “Captain,” Scott Speiser, said: “There are always challenges in getting it up and…
DAKAR: The Muslim World League (MWL) concluded its international conference on “Islamic thought: Approach and message,” which took place in the Senegalese capital of Dakar.The conference was attended by African scientists and intellectuals, who argued the importance of people being guided by faith, the values of civilization, human progress and seeking to live a carefree…
DUBAI: It wasn’t too long ago that Saudi women were barred from entering sports stadiums, let alone taking part in sport. Saja Kamal recalls that as a 12-year-old she had to disguise herself as a boy in order to watch her football idol play in her hometown. “My favorite Saudi player, Yaser Al-Qahtani, was playing…
DUBAI: It wasn’t too long ago that Saudi women were barred from entering sports stadiums, let alone taking part in sport. Saja Kamal recalls that as a 12-year-old she had to disguise herself as a boy in order to watch her football idol play in her hometown. “My favorite Saudi player, Yaser Al-Qahtani, was playing…
TheFace: For Rana Al-Kadi, documenting architectural heritage is a passion worth living for I have had an attachment to the stories of the “old days” since childhood. Although I lived away from my hometown, my family were very connected with Madinah traditions and made sure to transfer its culture to our daily life. For this…
DUBAI: The proportion of women in the Saudi Industrial Development Fund workforce has increased from none to 13 percent in the past two years, the assistant director general for strategic planning and business development said on Wednesday. The fund hired women in various positions, including as directors and managers, and across different organizations. “We are…
Gloves off as world champion boxer Amir Khan dreams of ‘more fights in Saudi Arabia’ JEDDAH: Two-time boxing world champion Amir Khan told a Jeddah audience that he dreams to have “many more fights in Saudi Arabia.” “I have options to fight in America, England and Europe, but I came to Saudi because I know…
DUBAI: The proportion of women in the Saudi Industrial Development Fund workforce has increased from none to 13 percent in the past two years, the assistant director general for strategic planning and business development said on Wednesday. The fund hired women in various positions, including as directors and managers, and across different organizations. “We are…
RIYADH: The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSRelief) signed an agreement with the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) on Tuesday to extend a vaccination project for Yemeni children for another six months.The agreement was co-signed by KSRelief Assistant General Supervisor Ahmed bin Ali Al-Bayez and UNICEF’s regional chief field officer, Eltayeb Adam.The project aims…
A total of 127,000 Bangladeshi pilgrims are set to fly to Saudi Arabia for Hajj this year, with the first flight scheduled for 7.15am on Thursday. Biman Bangladesh Airlines, the national carrier of the country and Saudi Airlines will carry all the Bangladeshi pilgrims through regular flights and special hajj flights. The hajj flights will continue till…
A total of 127,000 Bangladeshi pilgrims are set to fly to Saudi Arabia for Hajj this year, with the first flight scheduled for 7.15am on Thursday. Biman Bangladesh Airlines, the national carrier of the country and Saudi Airlines will carry all the Bangladeshi pilgrims through regular flights and special hajj flights. The hajj flights will continue till…
JEDDAH: Rapper Nicki Minaj is to perform in Saudi Arabia as part of the Jeddah World Fest music event. Minaj will be joined by a host of other global stars including DJ Steve Aoki and English singer Liam Payne, event organizers announced Tuesday. The concert on July 18 at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah…
