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Tesla Q1 sales sink 13 percent

The dip occurred amid lower production during factory upgrades.

AD Ports Group 2024 revenue $4.70bn

The Group's EBITDA increased by 69 percent YOY.

Tesla sales tumble in Europe in Q1

The company suffered from boycotts against the policies of Elon Musk.

Ford’s US Q1 auto sales dip

But its Q1 figures exceed a forecast by Edmunds

Vanke reports annual loss of $6.8 bn

The property giant attributes loss to falling sales and shrinking profit.

650 artists from 62 nations seek to attend Tuwaiq Sculpture 2030 in Riyadh

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia--- Riyadh Art project will organize "Tuwaiq Sculpture 2030" from Jan 8 to Feb 10, 2023 under the theme...
  • Riyadh Art, the organizer, is one of Riyadh's mega projects launched by the Saudi government in 2019 under the leadership of the Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman.
  • During the previous editions, more than 60 local and international sculptors participated in the event, which transforms the capital into an open art gallery.

Egypt dusts off pyramids for fashion and art shows

French fashion house Dior debuted its latest collection Saturday at the Giza pyramids, after Italian designer Stefano Ricci held a...
  • Dior CEO Pietro Beccari said the fashion house chose the pyramids as far more than "just a useless background", drawing on Egyptian astrology for the collection named "Celestial'.
  • Showcasing Egypt's heritage in a new context "will encourage other brands and international cultural figures to come to Egypt," said art historian Bahia Shehab.

World Cup without booze makes atmosphere less aggressive, more family friendly

Some say the absence of booze in stadiums and its limited availability elsewhere in the Arab nation has detracted from...
  • The sale of alcohol at World Cup stadiums in Qatar was banned two days before the tournament in a policy U-turn, although it is available at fan zones and most international hotels
  • And matches particularly involving teams from South America and North Africa have still played out in front of electric atmospheres.

Innovation key to fairer world for people of determination, says UN chief António Guterres

Innovation and technology can be powerful tools for inclusion, enhancing access to information, education, and lifelong learning, opening new avenues...
  • Greater public-private sector collaboration is needed, in order to develop strategies that benefit people of determination, who should also be involved in their development
  • Innovation and technology can be powerful tools for inclusion, enhancing access to information, education, and lifelong learning for people of determination, says UN chief

UAE embroidery art Al Talli makes it to UNESCO heritage list

Al Talli features decoration of collars, hems and cuffs of clothes using cotton or silk threads, intertwined with gold and...
  • It is distinguished by intricate designs and vibrant colours inspired by the local environment.
  • The most well-known ‘Al Talli’ designs include ‘Sayer Yaay’ (coming and going’), ‘Bu Khostain’ – or ‘Bu Futlatayn’ – (double strand).

Fans without tickets can attend World Cup matches after group stage ends

Doha, Qatar---World Cup fans without tickets can travel to Qatar and watch the rest of the matches after the group...
  • Qatari authorities said Early December feature, which allows fans without tickets to apply for a Hayya Card, will be valid after midnight on Dec. 2.
  • Fans will need to show proof of accommodation and pay an entry fee of QAR 500 ($137) to obtain the Hayya Card and enter Qatar. Children under 12 will not be charged.

VOX Cinemas unveils debut slate of original Arabic films

Diverse line-up of movies features local stories from new and established storytellers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Lebanon and UAE.
  • Diverse line-up of movies features local stories from new and established storytellers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Lebanon and UAE
  • VOX Cinemas will join forces with Sirb Productions, sister company of Myrkott Animation Studio, to produce a Saudi comedy

Germany crash out of World Cup despite 4-2 defeat of Costa Rica

Al Khor, Qatar---Germany crashed out of the World Cup at the group stage for the second time in succession despite...
  • The four-time World Cup winners came into the match needing a win but were also relying on the result of Japan's game with Spain to progress.
  • But the Germans were eliminated from Group E due to goal difference as Japan followed up their defeat of Germany with another shock result by beating Spain 2-1.

It’s time to recount UAE’s achievements across sectors as the country celebrates its 51st National Day

Beside successfully addressing COVID-19, the country created a distinguished development model covering all political, economic, social, scientific and cultural areas...
  • Beside successfully addressing COVID-19, the Gulf country created a distinguished development model covering all political, economic, social, scientific and cultural areas in 2022
  • The UAE, through its ambitious national initiatives and projects, ncreases its international competitiveness and continues the development of its legislative structure this year

Muslim World League, Columbia University launch International Religions Lab

The lab will be a global platform for research and training in protecting societies from all forms of hatred.
  • The lab will be a global platform for research and training in protecting societies from all forms of hatred
  • Secretary General of the MWL Dr Al-Issa said it was important to create a world of more understanding, cooperation and peace

SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi wins Guinness World Records

ABU DHABI, UAE – SeaWorld Yas Island - the region’s first Marine Life Theme Park here -, has won a...

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Saudi football dominates Gulf sports scene this year

The Kingdom's football undergoes a historic transformation in 2023 with major investments and player signings, and Saudi Arabia wins the...

Libya’s theatre stages comeback after years of turmoil in divided nation

Hassituha (You Felt It), a mostly silent play from eastern Libya, symbolizes both the country's divisions between west and east,...

10m people attend Riyadh Season 2023 events in first 50 days, says report

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - According to the Riyadh Season, 10 million people took part in the activities organized in the...

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7,000 digital marriage contracts delivered in Abu Dhabi since Oct

Abu Dhabi, UAE -- The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department has introduced a new service that allows marriage contracts to be...
  • This is the first service of its kind and it enables the marriage contract to be sent directly to the spouses during the contract session.
  • Customers can review the available times of the authorized officiants and receive the results of the suitors' medical examination automatically.

From the Ashes: Saudi film inspired by true events set to premiere on Netflix

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - "From the Ashes," a Saudi film inspired by true events, is poised to debut on Netflix...
  • The film intricately unfolds within the confines of an all-girls' school, where a seemingly routine day takes a harrowing turn when a fire erupts in the school's basement
  • What ensues is a riveting portrayal of chaos, panic, but above all, the resilience and fortitude of those trapped within

Strengthening cultural diversity key focus of Sharjah

“Our annual event agenda is packed with international activities that attract content creators and writers from around the world. This...
  • The Sharjah Book Authority champions cultural diversity and Arab culture enrichment, says its chair Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi.
  • 'Big Bad Wolf – Sharjah', the world's largest book sale event, features over 1 million books across various genres with up to 85% discounts.