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NDMC arranges $2.5bn credit facility

The Shariah-compliant facility spans a tenure of three years.

Kamco Invest launches two funds

Kamco's assets under management surpass SAR 1bn.

SHUAA okays MCB tranches

The two tranches will be converted into equity at the earliest opportunity.

Honda shares soar 16%

The surge came after the auto giant announced a $7bn buyback.

Mubadala acquires stakes from GHH

It acquired an 80 percent stake in Global Medical Supply Chain.

Unity crucial for Arabs on global media platforms

He calls for the creation of clear and common executive mechanisms to crystallize the Arab countries' position and examine the...
  • Saudi Arabia calls for a unified Arab position on international media platforms to address the dissemination of content that lacks respect for Arab societies' values
  • Saudi Media Minister Al-Dosary emphasizes the significance of media in promoting cooperation, dialogue, tolerance, and respect for diverse values and cultures

‘AI, blockchain complementary, must be used responsibly’

The responsible AI must enhance education, everyday life, and work, while blockchain protocols must be democratized in a decentralized society,...

Greed fueling suffering around the world, says US rapper Will.i.am

Greed is the biggest problem in the world, leading to wealth inequality and suffering for many, American rapper and songwriter...
  • Greed is the biggest problem in the world, leading to wealth inequality and suffering for many, American rapper and songwriter Will.i.am tells TRENDS in an exclusive interview
  • Will.i.am's philanthropic initiative has impacted over 12,000 students in LA, equipping them with the skills to become job creators and establish future-ready businesses

‘Everything Everywhere’ conquers all at Oscars

The surreal sci-fi film bags seven Oscars including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress, Best Original Screenplay, Best Editing, and...
  • The surreal sci-fi film bags seven Oscars including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress, Best Original Screenplay, Best Editing, and Best Supporting Actor and Actress prizes
  • Michelle Yeoh becomes the first Asian woman to win Best Actress for her portrayal of a Chinese laundromat owner fighting an inter-dimensional supervillain

Justice best solution to global challenges

Wars and conflicts have made it more difficult for millions of people to live in dignity and have in turn...
  • Investing in the unique capabilities of immigrants is essential, as the Mediterranean Sea has become one of the largest mass graves for victims of covert migration
  • Nations are required to engage in opportunities presented by global issues that strengthens resilience in a world where division is growing and threatening global peace

Empowering women open doors of possibility for communities to reach new heights: Sheikha Bodour

The American University of Sharjah (AUS) President was taking part in an event, "Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Women in Business...
  • Sheikha Bodour emphasizes the importance of celebrating women's contributions to their communities and empowering them
  • She took part in the AUS School of Business Administration's first Women in Business event, which is part of a series of events

Tech industry careers are getting gender neutral

Women should stop thinking that they are different from men at workplaces. Instead, they should start investing in their careers...
  • It is important to be able to sense the changing business needs and adapt yourself and support your team to be in line with the change
  • Strolling, jogging, running and walking are different phases of a career growth. Enjoy each phase and hang on to things that motivate you

Unequal pay checks plague GCC workplaces

Businesses in the region need to embed diversity strategies by setting diversity KPIs to ensure fair assessments for women and...
  • Reinforcing supportive workplace culture is crucial for MENA employers to effectively attract, recruit and retain talented young women, PwC Middle East’s Norma Taki tells TRENDS
  • To make sustainable progress toward gender equality in the MENA region, businesses should embed diversity strategies aimed at ensuring fair assessments for women, she adds

Saudi Arabia’s Film AlUla launches platform for women in cinema, fashion

The launch is part of a year-round program that will allow women filmmakers to collaborate with leading industry professionals and...
  • The launch of AlUla Creates is part of a year-round program that will allow women filmmakers to collaborate with leading industry professionals.
  • AlUla Creates is part of a wider strategy to develop a film-friendly ecosystem which will include a world-class purpose-built studio.

Gulf women empowerment bid inspires global change

TRENDS explores the efforts and achievements made across GCC in promoting women's empowerment, and the impact these initiatives have had...

World’s only Dragon Ball theme park launched in Saudi Arabia’s Qiddiya City

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – The Board of Directors of the Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) revealed on Sunday the launch of...

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Afif helps Qatar exorcise World Cup demons at Asian Cup

Doha, Qatar - Asian Cup hosts and holders Qatar have been on a mission to banish the painful memory of their...

Japan literary laureate admits using ChatGPT for her novel

TOKYO, JAPAN - The winner of Japan's most prestigious literary award has acknowledged that about "five percent" of her futuristic novel...

Money weighs on would-be Chinese parents as population falls

Long alarmed by falling fertility, the government has relaxed its decades-long one-child policy in recent years to allow three children...

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Ronaldo effect? Saudi spending spree fuels Asian Cup hopes

Saudi Pro League sides have shelled out to lure big-name players while Saudi Arabia is set to host the 2034...
  • Mancini left more than a dozen of the World Cup squad out of his Asian Cup roster, although injuries have also played a part.
  • Saudi Pro League clubs' spending on players over the summer was topped only by the English Premier League.

Cairo arts center razed for Old City makeover

Cairo, Egypt - Nestled in the heart of the historic capital here, a cultural center synonymous with the city's art scene...
  • The Darb 1718 center was demolished "without any prior notice", its management said on social media on January 6, to make room for a highway expansion
  • Authorities have been aggressively remaking parts of Cairo, a longtime cultural beacon of the Arab world, to expand the capital

Innovation makes GCC’s gifting tradition sustainable

With growing interest in eco-friendly and socially responsible products, gift businesses in the region are adapting by integrating sustainable options...
  • With growing interest in eco-friendly and socially responsible products, gift businesses in the region are adapting by integrating sustainable options into their offerings.
  • The GCC's gift industry is transforming to meet environmentally conscious consumer preferences, shifting towards locally sourced, organic items, and reusable, recyclable packaging.