Is Saudi Arabia considering three-day weekend?

• The Kingdom is analyzing the new work structure to enhance job creation and make the labor market more appealing to domestic and foreign investors, reports suggest
• If Saudi Arabia follows suit, it would be the second Arab country after the UAE to institute a shortened workweek. At present, the Kingdom applies a system of five working days

King Abdullah’s daughter marries a Greek-origin financier

• The groom born in 1994 in Venezuela to a family of Greek origin works as a financier in New York
• The princess born in 1996 graduated from Georgetown University in Washington

BBC top boss not to resign in face of Lineker controversy

• The controversy was triggered by Lineker's response to a video in which Home Secretary Suella Braverman unveiled plans to stop migrants crossing the Channel on small boats
• The publicly-funded broadcaster said on Friday that Gary Lineker, England's fourth highest goalscorer of all-time, had breached guidelines on impartiality

Justice best solution to global challenges

• 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

Tech industry careers are getting gender neutral

• 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

• 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

Gulf women empowerment bid inspires global change

Egypt’s train derailment in north kills two and injuries 16

• The accident, according to the country's rail authority, happened when a passenger train entering Qalyub station went through a stop signal
• In recent years, rail accidents in Egypt have mostly been blamed on poor infrastructure and maintenance

Women play key role in nurturing families, society

• The International Women's Day celebrates the crucial role of women in society and their extraordinary contributions, says Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
• Women are making significant strides in advancing comprehensive development across all fields and leaving an indelible mark on their communities and countries, she adds

Severe punishment for people behind poisoning, says Iran

• Female pupils have reported suffering symptoms such as shortness of breath, nausea and vertigo after detecting "unpleasant" or "unknown" odors
• Last week, deputy health minister Younes Panahi said that the suspected attacks were aimed at shutting down education for girls.