JEDDAH: In winter, citron, known as etrinj, returns to Saudi homes from the Kingdom’s farms, bringing with it myriad health benefits and a distinct flavor that in some regions has crafted a culinary tradition of its own. The fruit is farmed in Jouf in the north, Wadi Al-Dawasir in Najr, and Al-Ahsa in the Eastern … Read more
RIYADH: Global financial experts will gather in Riyadh on Monday to discuss the future of finance, evolving strategies, and innovative ideas to boost the sector’s growth at the third Saudi Capital Market Forum. The two-day event organized by Saudi Tadawul Group, to be held under the theme “Powering Growth,” will serve as a nexus for … Read more
CAIRO: Venture capitals focused on the Middle East and North Africa region have successfully refueled their tanks with multiple firms attracting new investments. Female-led Lebanon-based Globivest announced its first closing for an undisclosed sum in its venture capital firm. Reaching two-thirds of its target of $25 million to $30 million, the investment marks a significant milestone … Read more
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia is playing a key role in promoting international efforts to counter the growing threat posed by space debris, a global forum in Riyadh has been told. More than 260 leaders, experts, and speakers from more than 50 countries took part in the Space Debris Conference, themed “Securing the Future of the Global … Read more
Jenson Button’s JBXE have announced Saudi Arabia’s Dania Akeel as part of the team’s lineup for the 2024 Extreme E season. Andreas Bakkerud returns for his second campaign with JBXE and will be partnered with Akeel, who will make her debut at her home event, the Desert X Prix on Feb. 17-18. The duo boast … Read more
Ukraine’s SBU security service said on Saturday it had uncovered a corruption scheme in the purchase of arms by the country’s military totalling the equivalent of about $40 million. The announcement of mass procurement fraud, confirmed by Ukraine’s Defense Ministry, will have a huge resonance in a country beleaguered by Russia’s nearly two-year-old invasion.The fight … Read more
What the ICJ’s interim verdict on ‘Gaza genocide’ means for Palestine, Israel and South Africa LONDON: Stopping short of demanding an immediate end to Israel’s military action in Gaza, the UN’s top court has confirmed the validity of South Africa’s claim that the besieged Palestinian enclave may be in the midst of a genocide. By … Read more
DUBAI: Philip Khoury’s is a true success story. His Lebanese parents fled their native country at the onset of its brutal civil war and moved all the way to Australia. “I think their intention was always to go back, and like everyone, they thought the war would end,” Khoury tells Arab News. “I think everyone … Read more
stc pay, a subsidiary of stc Group and Bahrain’s most innovative and accessible mobile wallet for digital financial transactions, has announced a strategic partnership with Mastercard. The collaboration is set to elevate subscribers’ experience while extending value-added benefits that align with their lifestyles and aspirations. The partnership builds on stc pay and Mastercard’s shared commitment … Read more
Bahri Logistics, a global leader in logistics and transportation and one of the six business units of Bahri, has entered into an international freight forwarding service agreement with Saudi Arabia Railways. SAR is the owner and operator of the railway networks in Saudi Arabia, which play a pivotal role in supporting the goals of building … Read more