Drone attack on Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant significantly increases accident risk, IAEA head says KYIV, Ukraine: The head of the UN’s atomic watchdog agency said Sunday a drone attack on one of six nuclear reactors at the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant “significantly increase the risk of a major nuclear accident.In a statement on the social … Read more
RIYADH: Music, food and art are the sense-stirring offerings at Diriyah’s JAX Ramadan Market, which opened this week. The Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale is hosting the market as a part of the “Layali Biennale” program. “The (JAX Ramadan) market is such a cute idea … the atmosphere, the music, the food, the people all of … Read more
Saudi Arabia’s point-of-sales transactions grow 11 percent to reach $14.35bn in January RIYADH: Point-of-sale payments in Saudi Arabia recorded an 11 percent annual increase in January to reach SR53.8 billion ($14.35 billion), the latest data issued by the Saudi Central Bank showed. The surge in POS payments reflects the Kingdom’s commitment to digitalization and investments … Read more
JEDDAH: Many hotels and restaurants in Jeddah are placing a strong emphasis on sustainability practices to make Ramadan more eco-friendly. The outlets are actively working toward reducing food waste and promoting environmental consciousness throughout the month. At The Ritz-Carlton, the theme for Ramadan at The Palace is “Bab Al-Bahr,” meaning “Gate to the Sea,” drawing … Read more
RIYADH: Seeking to promote waste management solutions, King Abdullah Financial District Development and Management Co. signed a memorandum of understanding with Saudi Investment Recycling Co. This agreement was inked at an event titled “Meeting National Targets for Waste Management and Recycling,” which was recently held in Riyadh. The MoU to collaborate on providing integrated solutions … Read more
RIYADH: Seeking to promote waste management solutions, King Abdullah Financial District Development and Management Co. signed a memorandum of understanding with Saudi Investment Recycling Co. This agreement was inked at an event titled “Meeting National Targets for Waste Management and Recycling,” which was recently held in Riyadh. The MoU to collaborate on providing integrated solutions … Read more
UN seeking to verify that Afghanistan’s Taliban are letting girls study at religious schools UNITED NATIONS: The United Nations is seeking to verify reports that Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers are allowing girls of all ages to study at Islamic religious schools that are traditionally boys-only, the UN’s top official in the country said Wednesday. UN special … Read more