Author: Editorial Team

A few years ago, owning their own salons might have felt like a distant dream for Shamma Alharithi, Haya Alshahrani and Areej Alwabil. Today, they are among a wave of female entrepreneurs reshaping the Kingdom’s landscape. Their journeys from passionate enthusiasts to business owners capture the true pulse of L’Oréal in Saudi Arabia: a story that goes far beyond corporate milestones. A recent study by Paris-based consultancy Asterès revealed that L’Oréal supports a SR3.2 billion value chain and over 8,765 direct and indirect jobs in the Kingdom. In 2026, L’Oréal doubled its workforce in Saudi Arabia, with over 50% of…

Bachir Moussa, Regional Vice President EMEA South, Nozomi Networks. Nozomi Networks, the leader in OT, IoT and CPS cybersecurity, will be taking part in GISEC Global 2026, at the Dubai Exhibition Center (DEC) in Expo City Dubai from September 16 to 18. The company will exhibit how businesses can move from responding to incidents as they occur to taking a more proactive approach to managing cyber risk by enhancing their cyber resilience across OT, IoT and cyber-physical systems.  The UAE and the wider Middle East continue to prioritise building national cyber resilience and safeguarding critical infrastructure. In line with these…

The UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence (GFEAI 2026) in Riyadh featured a presentation on Saudi Arabia’s efforts to move from theoretical frameworks to practical implementation in managing AI-related risks. The presentation highlighted the National AI Risk Management Framework issued by the Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA).  During the session, experts and AI specialists from around the world learned about SDAIA’s efforts and the importance of risk management as a fundamental component of AI governance. Discussions also addressed its role in supporting entities in developing and adopting AI solutions.  The National AI Risk Management Framework serves…

The partnership brought skin-health awareness, sun-protection guidance and well-being activities to delivery riders across the UAE Published: Fri 18 Sept 2026, 3:00 PM They show up for us every day. This time, NAOS wanted to show up for them. On 8 September, NAOS, together with its Bioderma brand, joined talabat Rider League at Danube Sports World as the official skincare partner, bringing skin health awareness, practical sun-protection guidance, sports, engagement and moments of appreciation to the riders. “For NAOS, social responsibility starts with seeing the person behind the service. It is about recognising the people who quietly support our everyday…

LONDON — Twenty women had their breasts removed unnecessarily while being treated for cancer at an NHS trust in north-east England. They were among hundreds of patients who came to harm during treatment at the breast unit of the County Durham and Darlington Foundation Trust (CDDFT). The admission comes in the wake of revelations about serious failures in the unit last year. The BBC reported last year that more than 200 patients were found to have suffered harm at the CDDFT. The broadcaster reported that the National Crime Agency was working with Durham police to investigate allegations by former patients…

The next generation of robotic surgery has finally arrived, marking a new milestone in surgical innovation and excellence across the region Published: Fri 18 Sept 2026, 11:48 AM American Hospital Dubai, a leader in robotic surgery excellence in the UAE and the region, signed an agreement with Al Naghi Medical, a leading provider of medical devices in the UAE, to acquire the da Vinci 5 robotic surgical system from Intuitive, the global leader in robotic surgical systems. This milestone acquisition reinforces American Hospital Dubai’s position at the forefront of surgical innovation and robotic-assisted care in the region. American Hospital Dubai…

Sujoy Banerjee, Regional Business Director, ManageEngine. ManageEngine, a division of Zoho Corporation and a leading provider of enterprise IT management and security solutions, recently announced its participation at GISEC Global 2026, taking place from 16–18 September 2026 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC), Expo City. ManageEngine will showcase its comprehensive IT management portfolio, at booth H7, B155, with a focus on unified security platforms, endpoint security, and identity and access management (IAM), alongside the AI-driven security capabilities woven across its solutions.  ManageEngine has recorded 20% year-on-year growth in both revenue and customer numbers across the MENA region. This highlights the…

Prince Turki bin Hathloul Park in Najran is a major recreational destination spanning 250,000 square meters. It features extensive green spaces, pedestrian walkways, and various recreational and service facilities designed to meet the needs of residents and visitors.  The park includes 108,000 square meters of grass-covered areas and 2,400 trees and shrubs, providing a green environment for outdoor activities. Sidewalks and pedestrian paths cover 58,929 square meters and are illuminated by 357 decorative lighting poles.  The park also features 11 family seating shelters, a children’s entertainment area with nine play structures, service facilities, and outdoor parking spaces.  Najran Municipality Spokesperson…

STRASBOURG —Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has brushed aside a threat of US retaliation as he called for a “new alliance” with Europe, presenting closer ties with the bloc as a way to withstand mounting external pressures. Addressing the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France, on Thursday, Carney took a veiled swipe at US President Donald Trump, insisting that his proposal to deepen ties with the European Union wasn’t aimed at creating a new geopolitical bloc “with better manners”. Carney’s comments come a day after European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed that Canada become the bloc’s first “associate member”.…

LinkShadow has announced its participation at GISEC Global 2026, which will take place from 16 to 18 September 2026 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai.  At the event, LinkShadow will showcase its innovative, AI-driven cybersecurity solutions designed to help organisations tackle modern-day cyberattacks. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore how LinkShadow enables security teams to gain deeper visibility, connect intelligence across their environments and respond to evolving threats with greater speed and accuracy.  LinkShadow’s journey began with a clear focus on redefining visibility at the network level through its AI-driven Network Detection and Response (NDR), helping organisations…