Author: Editorial Team

Children and teenagers with obesity are developing health problems once mainly linked to adults, UAE doctors have warned urging parents to seek help before serious complications appear. Doctors said that they are seeing young patients with insulin resistance, fatty liver disease, high blood pressure and abnormal cholesterol levels. Teenagers are of particular concern, as unhealthy food habits, low physical activity and long hours on screens can become firmly established during these years. The warning comes as the World Health Organisation issued its first global guidelines on obesity care for children and adolescents. The UN health body said 170 million people…

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 The Journal of Linguistic Studies, published by King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies (KFCRIS), has ranked in the top Q1 tier in Arabic language and literature in the Arab Citation and Impact Factor (ARCIF) 2026 report.  The journal met all 32 ARCIF accreditation criteria, which are aligned with international standards. It recorded an impact factor of 0.0893 in 2026, placing it in the Q1 tier among 105 journals specializing in Arabic language and literature. The average ARCIF impact factor for the field was 0.082.  The latest ranking marks a notable improvement from 2024, when the journal recorded an…

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(L-R) Jawad Jalabane, Head of Africa, Logitech for Business & Murad Ali, Head of Middle East & Central Asia, Logitech for Business. Logitech announced that its annual Partner Connect Program, RISE 2026, will take place in Cairo, Egypt, from 6th to 8th October. With more than 150 partners attending, RISE 2026 is one of the biggest channel partner events for Logitech in the Middle East and Africa region. Now in its third year, the global channel partner program focuses on enhancing the partner experience by providing access to Logitech’s B2B product portfolio, simplifying program management and offering new incentives and…

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King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) concluded today the workshop on “Harnessing Nuclear Technologies for the Preservation and Study of Cultural Heritage Properties,” organized by KACST in collaboration with the Heritage Commission and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), with the participation of 10 national entities and a group of international experts and specialists.  In his remarks, Chief Executive Officer of the Heritage Commission Dr. Jasser Al-Harbash commended the partnership with KACST in employing advanced technologies for the precise surveying of the Kingdom’s urban and archaeological heritage, as well as the use of mapping and satellite imaging. He…

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Dell Technologies, the UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC) and CPX recently announced a strategic collaboration to advance the development of a National Vault initiative aimed at safeguarding mission-critical data and strengthening the UAE’s cyber resilience. Announced during Ai Everything 2026, the initiative demonstrates the strategic value of public and private sector collaboration in addressing the cyber risks facing nations today. The National Vault is intended to provide an additional layer of protection for critical operational data across government services, energy, healthcare, transportation and other significant sectors. This could help organisations responsible for delivering essential services and operating vital infrastructure to…

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JEDDAH — Acting Director General of the General Directorate of Passports Maj. Gen. Dr. Saleh Al-Murabba inspected on Wednesday the readiness of passport control counters at Terminal 4 of King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, coinciding with the terminal’s gradual commencement ofoperations. During the inspection tour, Maj. Gen. Al-Murabba reviewed the digital solutions implemented at the terminal and their role in facilitating passenger flow and enhancing procedural efficiency. He emphasized the importance of leveraging all human and technical resources to carry out the sector’s assigned tasks with precision and excellence. Source: Saudi Gazette

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Tree-planting initiatives, diverse vegetation, and the integration of green spaces and planting beds have enhanced the aesthetic and environmental value of the central area surrounding the Prophet’s Mosque. The efforts are improving the urban landscape in an area with high foot traffic from visitors and worshippers.  The Madinah Region Municipality stated that tree-planting and landscaping works in the central area are key components of its urban landscape enhancement program. The project involved planting 5,444 trees across various sites, streets, and roads. Green spaces cover approximately 9,930 square meters and include 1,385 planting beds, creating a continuous green presence that complements…

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AI adoption is moving beyond individual productivity tools towards intelligent systems capable of executing tasks, coordinating workflows and supporting business operations. Achieving this transition requires connected systems, accessible data and strong governance, alongside a redefinition of how people contribute through judgement, creativity and relationships. In an exclusive interview with CNME, Rany Tannouri, Regional Sales Director at Sibia Technologies, discusses how organisations can become genuinely AI-enabled, why the UAE provides a strong environment for translating AI experimentation into measurable outcomes, and how telecom operators can evolve into digital transformation partners. Tannouri, also explores TravelAd’s approach to engaging international travellers and explains…

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Nearly a decade after Louvre Abu Dhabi opened its doors, the museum looks considerably different from the institution visitors first encountered in 2017. At the time, only around 30 per cent of the artworks displayed belonged to Louvre Abu Dhabi itself, with the remaining 70 per cent largely coming through loans from French museums and regional lenders. Today, nearly two-thirds of the works presented across its four chronological worlds are owned by the Abu Dhabi museum. Now, the woman who previously played a role in building that collection will return to lead its next phase. Dr Souraya Noujaim has been…

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Under the patronage of HRH Prince Khalid bin Sultan Al-Abdullah Al-Faisal, Chairman of the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation (SAMF), the International Motor Show Jeddah 2026 (#IMSJ2026) is set to take place from 4th to 7th November. It is the first event of its kind in the Middle East to bring together all vehicle categories and powertrain technologies in the automotive world under one roof, ranging from internal combustion engine and hybrid vehicles to Range-Extended Electric Vehicles (REEV) and fully electric vehicles (EV). This exhibition takes place amidst the significant development the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is witnessing in line…

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