NIAGARA, New York: Eclipse mania gripped North America on Monday as a breathtaking celestial spectacle captivated tens of millions of people, offering a rare blend of scientific interest, commercial opportunity and daytime partying. The moon’s shadow plunged the Pacific coast of Mexico into total darkness at 11:07 am local time (1807 GMT) then swept across … Read more
NEW DELHI: As Rafat Shahab prepares a variety of meals during Ramadan, one of them reigns supreme in her kitchen: biryani. Reflecting local traditions and tastes, it is the most popular dish of the Indian subcontinent, especially during the Muslim fasting month. For Shahab, no iftar is complete without the fragrant rice with meat and … Read more
Saudi non-profit brings Jeddah’s youths together to distribute iftar to hundreds daily RIYADH: Sanad Hourani was raised on philanthropic values from a young age which has inspired him to do more for his community. Hourani and his friend Yousef Amjad established Subha, a Jeddah-based non-profit organization bringing the city’s youth together through charitable initiatives. Hourani … Read more
RIYADH: Sanad Hourani was raised on philanthropic values from a young age which has inspired him to do more for his community. Hourani and his friend Yousef Amjad established Subha, a Jeddah-based non-profit organization bringing the city’s youth together through charitable initiatives. Hourani told Arab News recently: “I realized the need for it. As much … Read more
Dubai: The second edition of the “Machines Can See” summit will take place at the Dubai Museum of the Future on April 17. The summit is one of the largest in the Middle East that brings together artificial intelligence, machine learning and computer vision. The summit is organized by Polynome Events in collaboration with the … Read more
JEDDAH: The inaugural Ramadan Nights at Jeddah’s Hayy Jameel cultural center features a range of activities including workshops, film screenings, dining experiences, and shopping options. Highlighting the importance of community, culture, and well-being, the event will take place every Wednesday to Saturday over 14 nights during Ramadan catering for all ages and backgrounds. Ramadan Nights … Read more
Saudi scientists’ new bacteria discovery could help global fight against antibiotic resistance RIYADH: Saudi scientists’ use of a special DNA sequencing process to identify a new bacterial species could help in global efforts to combat resistance to antibiotics. The discovery by experts at Riyadh’s King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center was expected to throw … Read more
RIYADH: Alkhobar-based Bohemia Art Cafe and Records has opened a new branch at The Warehouse in the Kingdom’s capital where visitors can enjoy coffee, buy vinyl records and vibe with live music. Overlooking the picturesque rocky hills that showcase the beauty of historic Diriyah, the standalone vinyl shop and cultural music hub is situated at … Read more
RIYADH: The vibrant colors and rhythms of traditional arts captivated those attending the Coffee Harvest, a highlight of the International Saudi Coffee Exhibition 2024. Organized by the Jazan Development Strategic Office in collaboration with local authorities, the event, running until Feb. 20 in the Al-Dayer governorate, featured diverse performances and exhibits, turning the area into a … Read more
JEDDAH: The winners of the second Kingdom Photography Award were announced at a ceremony in Jeddah on Sunday held by the Visual Arts Commission, part of the Ministry of Culture. Winners were chosen from a group of aspiring and seasoned photographers who submitted a series of images reflecting the theme “We Tell Stories.” After an … Read more