Bangkok: Policy makers in Asia have been learning about small modular reactors as part of a new IAEA initiative to inform governments, regulators, and industry about the technology’s potential role in the energy mix. Hosted by Thailand, the second small modular reactor (SMR) workshop, known as an SMR School, came
Riyadh: Saudi authorities put two people to death Monday to reach 17 in three days, state media said, as the conservative kingdom accelerated towards a record number of executions this year. Two Saudis were executed for “terrorist crimes”, the official Saudi Press Agency reported, following the execution of 15 people,
Jerusalem: Far-right Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir ignited widespread condemnation on Sunday after his controversial visit to the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem, a site historically sensitive due to its religious significance and the longstanding ban on non-Muslim prayers. This move has aggravated the tense situation in Gaza, where the humanitarian
Abha: Yesterday, Abha hosted the latest edition of the Ma’alem Marathon, organized by the Ministry of Sport’s Aseer branch. The event brought together 2,496 participants of various nationalities and ages for a sporting, cultural, and social occasion that promoted healthy living while showcasing Aseer Region’s natural and cultural landmarks. According
Riyadh: The Muslim World League (MWL) has strongly condemned the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by hundreds of settlers and Israeli officials under the protection of Israeli security forces. According to Saudi Press Agency, in a statement, Secretary-General of the MWL and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr.
Riyadh: Afaq Capital, licensed by the Capital Market Authority, has acquired a venture capital portfolio in a deal structured and completed with Cotyledon for Management Consultancy. This transaction marks the region’s first full exit of a venture capital portfolio and represents a pivotal step in developing the local and regional