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ADNOC Drilling closes JV

It is a JV between ADNOC Drilling, SLB and Patterson UTI.

Boeing to boost 787 production

The firm will invest$1bn to ramp up production in South Carolina.

ADNOC signs deal with PETRONAS

Under the agreement, ADNOC will supply 1m tons of LNG per year.

Aramco-Horse Powertrain deal completed

An agreement for the purchase of 10% equity stake was signed in June 2024.

Roche to buy Poseida Therapeutics

The $1.5 billion deal is due to close in early 2025.

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.

Son set to light up Asian Cup as Qatar takes center stage again

The 24 teams spanning Australia to Palestine will battle for regional glory over the next four weeks, culminating in the...
  • The 18th edition of the Asian Cup was supposed to have been held last summer in China but was moved to World Cup host Qatar because of China's Covid-19 rules
  • Qatar will mostly use stadiums that staged World Cup matches, a notable absentee being Stadium 974, the temporary arena made partly of shipping containers

Aramex partners with Bollywood film Dunki starring Shah Rukh Khan

DUBAI, UAE - Aramex, a global provider of comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions, announced a collaboration with the movie, Dunki...
  • The partnership marks Aramex as the official brand partner for the movie and is a showcase of the brand’s commitment to expanding its presence in India.
  • In a scene from the film, Shah Rukh Khan’s character receives a package from Aramex at a hotel, putting a spotlight on the brand’s global delivery services.

‘Promoting reading key to a knowledge-based society’

“By strengthening the habit of reading among people, we aim to contribute to comprehensive development and sustainable education, and to...
  • 'Reading in Public' initiative has been launched to encourage Arabic language reading in key Abu Dhabi locations.
  • The initiative includes free publications in hotels, cafes, hospitals, and more, under ALC's Kalima Reading Club.

Over 12m people visit Riyadh Season in 60 days

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - Two months after their launch, on October 11, 2023, Riyadh Season events had already attracted 12...
  • Riyadh Season attracts large number of visitors with different kinds of activities and experiences.
  • It is one of the major Saudi events that establishes new concepts in the world of entertainment.

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...
  • The Kingdom's football undergoes a historic transformation in 2023 with major investments and player signings, and Saudi Arabia wins the bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup.
  • UAE-owned Manchester City wins the Champions League, while Qatar hosts major 2023 sports events, preparing for the 2024 Asian Football Cup, taking the Gulf sports to next level.

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,...
  • More than 60 playwrights and performers took part in the festival, alongside dozens of directors and authors.
  • Taking to stages in the capital Tripoli and Misrata, about 190 kilometers (120 miles) to the east, performers came from 11 cities around Libya.

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...
  • Riyadh Season 2023 started in late October, and since then, it has witnessed a large visitor turnout at all entertainment areas.
  • At the Season, visitors can enjoy concerts, exhibitions, festivals and other events in which celebrities and prominent brands participate.

Strategic investments accelerate KSA’s esports market

Vision 2030 is fueling Saudi Arabia's esports surge, with NEOM World Cup 2024 set to elevate its status as a...
  • Vision 2030 is fueling Saudi Arabia's esports surge, with NEOM World Cup 2024 set to elevate its status as a global digital entertainment leader.
  • With initiatives to foster inclusivity and address infrastructural challenges, Saudi Arabia is poised to reshape the future of competitive gaming.

Canon Middle East, Dubai Business Women Council launch ‘Women Who Empower’ campaign

Canon Middle East and DBWC launch the 'Women Who Empower' campaign, offering training and opportunities for women in imaging and...

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Nolan’s masterpiece ‘Oppenheimer’ wins best picture Oscar

Hollywood, United States - It is, in the words of its director, the story of the most important person who ever...

1200 year old ebony wood poles discovered at Jeddah’s Othman bin Affan Mosque site

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - The Jeddah Historic District Program has announced the discovery of the two ebony wood poles at ...

Alicia Keys to perform at Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2024 on March 9

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - Jeddah is poised to host Alicia Keys, the legendary musician, singer, and multiple Grammy-award winner, at...

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Women playing key role in educational innovations

Arab women have significant impact in shaping educational practices by embracing technology and student-centered learning, says Aziza Ellozy of The...
  • Arab women have significant impact in shaping educational practices by embracing technology and student-centered learning, says Aziza Ellozy of The American University in Cairo.
  • Embracing innovative pedagogies and technology, while strategizing success in leadership roles helps in overcoming challenges within the education sector, Ellozy adds.

‘Culture and arts bridge global understanding’

"They help to build and fortify important bridges between countries and peoples. Culture and the arts allow us to celebrate...
  • Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan emphasizes culture and arts as catalysts for global respect and understanding.
  • UAE minister was attending the sixth Culture Summit Abu Dhabi that explores the role of time in reconciling humans with nature.

Ignored by ‘Oppenheimer,’ atomic test victims speak out

White Sands, United States - Wesley Burris was fast asleep in bed when the world's first atomic bomb exploded just 25...
  • The events of 5:30 am on July 16, 1945 are now best known to millions from their dramatic re-enactment in the Oscar-tipped movie "Oppenheimer."
  • Cordova - one of five generations in her family diagnosed with cancer since 1945 - hopes such recognition could put pressure on the US Congress to extend compensation