Saudi Princess: The Kingdom’s bln dollar-a-year project to extend healthy lifespan Saudi Princess: The Kingdom’s bln dollar-a-year project to extend healthy lifespan
The non-profit organization Hevolution Foundation – overseen by Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman – aims to find and invest in innovative ways to “decelerate” the aging process and extend the number of years people live in good health.
In Focus 3 days ago
Frontline healthcare workers in Ukraine face looming mental health crisis: Experts Frontline healthcare workers in Ukraine face looming mental health crisis: Experts
Mental health specialists have sounded the alarm about the potential psychological crisis of healthcare workers working on the frontline in conflict zones such as Ukraine, saying a lack of support is ...
In Focus 21 September ,2023
Future of Saudi women’s football bright as young ‘pioneers’ shape history  Future of Saudi women’s football bright as young ‘pioneers’ shape history 
In the last five years, sports in Saudi Arabia have seen transformative changes as the country makes giant strides toward revamping the field.In 2018, women in Saudi Arabia were allowed into stadiums ...
In Focus 19 September ,2023
Abraham Accords anniversary: UAE-Israel mark most ‘significant’ year yet Abraham Accords anniversary: UAE-Israel mark most ‘significant’ year yet
Three years on after the signing of the Abraham Accords, which normalized diplomatic relations among Israel, the UAE and Bahrain - with Morocco and Sudan following suit – ambassadors, mayors, ...
In Focus 13 September ,2023
‘Global boiling’ poses physical, mental & financial challenges to UAE residents ‘Global boiling’ poses physical, mental & financial challenges to UAE residents
Residents in the UAE and the wider Middle East region are facing the physical, mental and financial repercussions of global warming, Al Arabiya English learned from experts and locals.The UAE is among ...
In Focus 08 September ,2023
Saudi Arabia’s robust push for carbon credit trading paves the way for climate action Saudi Arabia’s robust push for carbon credit trading paves the way for climate action
Through voluntary carbon markets, nations, industries and individuals can take meaningful steps towards mitigating effects of climate change
In Focus 29 August ,2023
Tenant-landlord disputes surge amid soaring Dubai rental costs Tenant-landlord disputes surge amid soaring Dubai rental costs
Scottish expatriate Julie Thom successfully sued her landlord after being unlawfully evicted
In Focus 25 August ,2023
Exclusive: Saudi Arabia’s NEOM reveals ‘significant progress’ on snow resort Trojena Exclusive: Saudi Arabia’s NEOM reveals ‘significant progress’ on snow resort Trojena
Ground has been broken at the mega project, which will house 7,000 permanent residents and will see more than 700,000 annual visitors head to the facility that will be home to a ‘vertical village’, a ‘fun cluster’, shopping, nightlife and more on its winter slopes
In Focus 18 August ,2023
Heatwaves and conflict collide: Impact of ‘global boiling’ on Middle East war victims Heatwaves and conflict collide: Impact of ‘global boiling’ on Middle East war victims
Amid record-breaking global temperatures and warnings that the world is on the brink of a “global boiling”, a clarion call has been sounded on the profound impact of heatwaves in the Middle East, a ...
In Focus 11 August ,2023
UAE soon to have a train to catch as Etihad Rail advances, GCC network shows promise UAE soon to have a train to catch as Etihad Rail advances, GCC network shows promise
$200bln project will put nation firmly on the global railway map in a major boost for trade, commerce and sustainable passenger commute
In Focus 04 August ,2023
Robust realty reforms, easier financing norms drive homebuying in Saudi Arabia Robust realty reforms, easier financing norms drive homebuying in Saudi Arabia
Aligned with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 drive, transformation in the housing sector and increased investments find huge traction among Saudis and expats alike
In Focus 03 August ,2023
Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Center: A shot at life through regenerative cell therapy Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Center: A shot at life through regenerative cell therapy
For years scientists and doctors in Abu Dhabi have been harnessing the power of stem cells, the human body’s raw material for repairing itself, transforming different cells into self-renewable ...
In Focus 26 July ,2023
Non-oil focus fuels optimism for Saudi, UAE startups, investors amid global slump Non-oil focus fuels optimism for Saudi, UAE startups, investors amid global slump
Startups in the UAE and Saudi Arabia are weathering the effects of a global economic downturn and adapting to the changing needs of consumers, Al Arabiya English learned from experts, investors and ...
Economy 24 July ,2023
UK patients escape long NHS wait lists to seek treatment in UAE: Doctors, dentists UK patients escape long NHS wait lists to seek treatment in UAE: Doctors, dentists
The waiting lists for routine surgeries on the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) have led to a surge in patients heading to the UAE for medical care.A record number of people - more than 5.45 million ...
Gulf 21 July ,2023
Exclusive: How Dubai Customs led global multi-bln dollar drugs busts in 2023 Exclusive: How Dubai Customs led global multi-bln dollar drugs busts in 2023
Dubai Customs has taken its fight against drug smuggling and narcotic gangs outside of its borders and across international waters – helping capture billions of dollars worth of illegal substances ...
Gulf 07 July ,2023
Exclusive: Saudi’s NEOM unveils latest on THE LINE, first neighborhood update Exclusive: Saudi’s NEOM unveils latest on THE LINE, first neighborhood update
Saudi Arabia’s revolutionary THE LINE project – a 170-kilometer-long city to eventually house up to nine million people and which will be the beating heart of the Kingdom’s NEOM’s $500 billion mega ...
In Focus 22 June ,2023
Electric vehicle demand booms in Saudi Arabia amid move to green mobility Electric vehicle demand booms in Saudi Arabia amid move to green mobility
Change is afoot across Saudi Arabia’s automotive landscape, with the Kingdom experiencing a surge in the usage and demand for electric vehicles (EVs) amid nationwide plans to reduce its carbon ...
Saudi Arabia 21 June ,2023
WFH, hybrid or office-based – which workforce trend remains in the UAE in 2023? WFH, hybrid or office-based – which workforce trend remains in the UAE in 2023?
UAE experts and employers say working arrangements, like remote and hybrid work, remain flexible across the country – mirroring global trends – despite the World Health Organization having declared ...
Gulf 14 June ,2023
Surging number of women freezing eggs in UAE amid law reforms and changing attitudes Surging number of women freezing eggs in UAE amid law reforms and changing attitudes
There is a “significant” rise in the number of women in the UAE who are choosing to freeze their eggs amid relaxed law changes, changing societal attitudes towards fertility treatment and more women ...
Gulf 03 June ,2023
NEOM’s green hydrogen plant will secure Saudi Arabia’s clean energy transition: CEO NEOM’s green hydrogen plant will secure Saudi Arabia’s clean energy transition: CEO
The $8.4 billion green hydrogen production plant in the heart of Saudi Arabia’s NEOM will put the Kingdom on the global map for clean energy transition, the CEO told Al Arabiya English.Construction is ...
News 25 May ,2023
Exclusive: Saudi astronauts mark new era for Saudi Arabia’s space ambitions Exclusive: Saudi astronauts mark new era for Saudi Arabia’s space ambitions
Saudi astronauts Rayyanah Barnawi and Ali al-Qarni, who ventured into space this week, are a “source of national pride”, the Saudi Space Commission said, adding that the eight-day mission marks the ...
Saudi Arabia 24 May ,2023
Top Saudi, UAE officials say energy storage, carbon capture key to energy transition Top Saudi, UAE officials say energy storage, carbon capture key to energy transition
Apart from a commitment to carbon capture, being touted as the leading means to decarbonize the world’s economy, energy storage has to be a priority globally, a senior official from energy giant Saudi ...
Gulf 11 May ,2023
Exclusive first look: NEOM’s Sindalah to showcase Saudi Arabia to the world Exclusive first look: NEOM’s Sindalah to showcase Saudi Arabia to the world
The planners behind the luxury island Sindalah have given a preview of the first destination to open as part of Saudi Arabia’s $500 billion mega project NEOM.The first guests are expected to step foot ...
Saudi Arabia 09 May ,2023
GCC gears up as Australia, N.Zealand sheep export bans shake regional food security GCC gears up as Australia, N.Zealand sheep export bans shake regional food security
Saudi Arabia, the world’s largest importer of sheep, and its similar food import-dependent neighbor, the UAE, are taking charge of investments in innovative, homegrown food technologies in hopes of ...
Saudi Arabia 09 May ,2023
Inside Saudi’s Red Sea Project: First look as mega tourism destination gears to open Inside Saudi’s Red Sea Project: First look as mega tourism destination gears to open
Six years in the making, the first phase of Saudi Arabia’s mega Red Sea project is months away from opening. With three ultra-luxurious hotels soon slated to open, the CEO of the company behind the ...
Saudi Arabia 03 May ,2023