Author: Editorial Team
NEW YORK — Saudi Arabia has underscored the importance of collective international action to strengthen global water security and translate international commitments on water into tangible results that support public health, food security, economic development, climate resilience and stability. The Kingdom stressed the need to align financing with credible water priorities, accelerate high-impact innovation, expand access to reliable data and build the institutional capacity required for implementation, enabling countries to better address water challenges and achieve shared goals. The call came during a high-level ministerial session titled “United for Water: A Call for Collective Action,” co-chaired by Saudi Arabia and…
PARIS — Pope Leo XIV on Friday urged leaders not to remain indifferent to suffering in the Middle East, calling for dialogue and diplomacy to end the war in Iran and Lebanon. The pope made the remarks on Friday as he arrived for a four-day visit to France. He was welcomed at Paris-Orly Airport by French President Emmanuel Macron. “We cannot remain indifferent to such suffering that wounds human dignity and cries out to God for justice,” Leo XIV said, referring to the situation in the Middle East. “The gravity” of what is happening in the region should “call each…
AI is rapidly reshaping both cyber threats and defence strategies; enterprises are under growing pressure to secure data, identities and emerging AI environments. QBS Software is highlighting technologies designed to address evolving cybersecurity requirements while strengthening its vendor and partner ecosystem across META and Eurasia at GISEC Global 2026. In an interview with Tahawultech.com, Mo Mobasseri, CEO of QBS Software META & Eurasia, discusses QBS Software’s cybersecurity strategy, emerging AI-related risks, its expanding technology portfolio, and the importance of education, simulation, and partner-led implementation in building long-term cyber resilience. How would you describe the sentiment on the first day of…
Al-Qura Go Source: Riyadh Daily
DOHA — Qatar on Thursday rejected Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s accusation that it was waging a campaign aimed at influencing public opinion against Israel, calling the allegation an attempt to divert attention from Israel’s actions in the occupied Palestinian territories. In a statement posted on his X account, Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Majed Al-Ansari said: ” We categorically reject Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s accusation, made in his address to the UN General Assembly, that the State of Qatar is conducting a campaign to influence public opinion against Israel. “This continuing rhetoric against Qatar is nothing more than an…
WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump on Thursday rolled out the red carpet for China’s Xi Jinping on the Chinese president’s first state visit to Washington in over a decade. The leaders exchanged warm words at a lavish White House state dinner but gave little indication of a breakthrough on any of the pressing issues. Ahead of the meeting, Xi said the US and China “should be partners rather than rivals,” while Trump hailed his “truly great friendship” with the Chinese president. The talks centered on the Middle East, Ukraine and the Korean Peninsula, according to a statement by Beijing.…
Starbucks is closing around 250 stores across North America this week as the coffee chain continues restructuring its business. The closures represent around 1 per cent of Starbucks’ more than 18,000 locations across North America and come after the company reviewed the performance of its stores. Chief Operating Officer Mike Grams said the company identified locations where it could not consistently deliver the experience it wanted for customers and employees, or where it did not see a path towards “acceptable financial performance”. The company has not revealed which locations will close or how many will be in the US and…
At the start of the two sales waves for the new iPhone 18 models, the buzz has extended far beyond customers and Apple enthusiasts, scammers are also attempting to capitalise on the hype. Kaspersky experts have identified fake websites promoting nonexistent offers designed to deceive users for the new devices. These scam sites have been discovered in multiple languages, including English, Arabic, Portuguese and others. One of the identified websites offers users the opportunity to “purchase” new devices, complete with technical specifications and a 25% discount. Among the available payment methods, customers are also encouraged to pay in Bitcoin. Its…
A Saudi National Day parade was held under the patronage of Governor of Qassim Region Prince Dr. Faisal bin Mishaal bin Saud bin Abdulaziz, with Deputy Governor Prince Fahd bin Saad bin Faisal bin Saad in attendance. Several military and civilian government agencies, the private sector, members of the public, and students took part in the parade. It also featured aerial displays and a variety of other activities reflecting joy and national pride. Source: Riyadh Daily
Al-Qura Governorate, Al-Baha Region, yesterday celebrated Saudi National Day. The celebration program featured a variety of national events reflecting pride and belonging, including patriotic speeches, poetry recitations, entertainment shows for children, an operetta, and traditional folk performances highlighting the richness and authenticity of Saudi cultural heritage. Source: Riyadh Daily