Author: Editorial Team
The journey of dates from Qassim’s farms to consumers has undergone a major modernization, transitioning from traditional open harvesting containers and bulk pits to standardized cardboard cartons tailored for commercial transport, distribution, and retail display. This packaging shift has reshaped regional marketing and the supply chain. As early as 2015, the Saudi Press Agency documented the trade of more than 3.18 million cartons within 12 days at the Buraidah festival, signaling the rapid commercial adoption of structured packaging. The modernization extends beyond packaging materials to encompass systematic sorting, protective wrapping, climate-controlled logistics, and specialized warehousing. These upgrades aim to safeguard…
WASHINGTON — More than 1 billion barrels of crude oil have transited the Strait of Hormuz in recent months under a US military blockade, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said Saturday. “CENTCOM forces have supported more than 1 billion barrels of crude oil leaving the Gulf,” Adm. Brad Cooper said in remarks released by the command. Cooper said US forces have also assisted more than 2,000 commercial vessel transits through the strategic waterway by providing coordinated protection. He said the strait’s primary transit lanes had been cleared of mines, allowing thousands of ships to pass through the waterway. At the same…
TABUK — Duba Port Customs in the northwestern Tabuk region has foiled an attempt to smuggle 56,680 Captagon amphetamine pills found concealed inside a commercial truck arriving in the Kingdom through the port. Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) spokesperson Hamoud Al-Harbi said that customs inspections uncovered the pills hidden across multiple compartments of the vehicle. The spokesperson emphasized that the authority maintains strict border oversight across all land, sea, and air entry points to safeguard society and combat contraband, working with the Ministry of Interior and the General Directorate of Narcotics Control. ZATCA urged the public to report suspected…
MOSCOW — Russia’s parliamentary election is being held for the first time in four Ukrainian regions claimed by Moscow since 2022, drawing condemnation from Ukraine and the European Union, which said they would not recognize the voting there. Voting across Russia began Friday and runs through Sunday, while balloting started earlier in Russian-held parts of Ukraine and some Russian border areas, with officials citing security concerns for the extended voting period. Russian authorities say more than 3.5 million voters are registered in Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson and Zaporizhzhia, four regions Moscow claimed to annex in September 2022 despite not fully controlling…
Uraz Farukh, Senior Vice President – META, Seclore. Uraz Farukh, Senior Vice President – META at Seclore, discusses how the company’s ARMOR platform helps enterprises protect sensitive information, meet data sovereignty requirements and scale AI securely GISEC Global 2026 brought data sovereignty, AI security and persistent information protection into sharper focus as enterprises across the Middle East, Turkey and Africa accelerated their adoption of cloud and AI technologies. Seclore used the event to demonstrate how its unified ARMOR platform combines Data Security Posture Management, data classification and Enterprise Digital Rights Management to protect sensitive information wherever it travels. Uraz Farukh,…
A sighting of a cattle egret, a waterbird belonging to the heron family, at the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve has offered a glimpse into the rich wildlife and diverse habitats found across the reserve. The sighting also reflects the variety of environments within the reserve, which extends beyond its terrestrial landscapes to include wetlands and other water environments that provide important habitats for a wide range of birds and wildlife. Shallow waters and ponds, in particular, provide feeding grounds where birds can take advantage of the diverse food resources found in these environments. The presence of the…
The 2026 Arab Sailing Championship (Optimist Class) events kicked off yesterday at the Jeddah Sailing Center on South Obhur Beach, bringing together 51 elite young sailors aged eight to 15 representing 13 Arab nations. The opening day included participant registration, technical equipment inspections, and practice heats, paving the way for official race stages that begin today and conclude September 21. Hosted by the Saudi Sailing Federation, the event aligns with ongoing efforts to expand sailing throughout the Kingdom, nurture emerging youth athletes, and cement the Red Sea coastline as a premier regional hub for maritime sports. The championship is organized…
Rami Hazime, OPSWAT, explains why IT-OT convergence and AI-driven threats require UAE organisations to prioritise prevention over detection. Source: Tahawul Tech
James Neilson, OPSWAT, explains why threats and attacks are pushing critical infrastructure organisations towards a protection-first cybersecurity strategy. Source: Tahawul Tech
Madinah Region Deputy Governor Prince Saud bin Nahar bin Saud bin Abdulaziz visited the King Fahd Glorious Quran Printing Complex to inspect operational workflows, printing stages, and global distribution efforts. He was briefed on the complex’s production milestones, with cumulative output exceeding 400 million copies since its inception. Annual production surpassed 12 million copies in 2025 and has exceeded 15 million copies to date in 2026, alongside an expansion of Quranic meanings translations to 79 languages following the addition of 16 new translations. Prince Saud also reviewed the complex’s digital transformation projects, which include a redesigned official website and the…