While great defenders and goalkeepers are the cornerstone of a successful football team, it’s the strikers who inevitably steal the limelight. Football lovers still fondly remember Paolo Rossi for his six goals in the 1982 World Cup, including a stunning hat trick against Brazil, which helped Italy end their 44-year wait for their third title on the big stage.But the Italian backline, led by Gaetano Scirea, also performed their defensive role admirably in Spain. Now more than forty years have passed, yet the football community still connect the 1982 World Cup to Rossi’s goal celebrations.Don’t expect the script to change…
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A cultural seminar on Islamic scripts and rock inscriptions was held with the participation of specialists in Islamic history, heritage, and archaeology, as part of the cultural program through which the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission is leading Saudi Arabia’s participation as guest of honor at the Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair 2026. The seminar addressed the origins of Arabic script and the development of early Arabic writings in the Kingdom as among the oldest civilizational records documenting cultural and religious transformations in the Arabian Peninsula, alongside the characteristics and artistic aesthetics of Arabic calligraphy. It highlighted that Islamic rock inscriptions serve…
Dubai’s move to regulate the use of body-worn cameras by law enforcement officers is being seen by industry players as a pivotal step that could reshape policing technology across the region, with a stronger focus on accountability, privacy and data security.The new framework goes beyond simply authorising the use of wearable cameras. It establishes clear legal and technical standards, positioning the devices as tools of “accountability and trust” rather than basic recording equipment. “The regulation elevates body-worn cameras from simple recording devices to tools of accountability and trust,” said Rudie Opperman, Manager Engineering and Training for Africa and the Middle…
SHARJAH, 4th June, 2026 (WAM) — Over recent years, the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has translated the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, which prioritises environmental protection over urban expansion.In the coastal city of Kalba, this vision has been transformed into tourism and environmental projects that seek to redefine the relationship between hospitality and nature. Among the clearest examples is Kingfisher Retreat, part of the Sharjah Collection.Located within the mangrove reserve on Sharjah’s east coast, the retreat sits within a natural environment closely connected to the…
[Editor’s Note: This article is part of Khaleej Times’ Schools and Parents, a dedicated section designed to support families in the UAE as they explore educational choices. The section offers explainers, guidance from education leaders, expert advice and insights from parents to help readers make informed decisions about schools, curricula and communities.]With schools across Dubai now back in session and the academic year entering its final stretch, many parents are already looking ahead to 2026–27 in order to plan family holidays, childcare arrangements and travel budgets well in advance.The UAE’s unified academic calendar, issued by the Ministry of Education (MOE), sets…
NEW YORK — Permanent Representative of Saudi Arabia to the United Nations Ambassador Abdulaziz Alwasil attended an event on the role of sport in promoting dialogue among peoples at UN headquarters in New York on Thursday.In his speech, Alwasil stressed that sport is a universal language that helps build bridges of understanding, strengthen ties, and promote the values of cooperation and peace among nations.He reviewed the qualitative progress achieved by Saudi Arabia’s sports sector under Saudi Vision 2030 and the Kingdom’s growing presence on the international sports stage, citing its upcoming hosting of the FIFA World Cup 2034.Alwasil also highlighted…
GENEVA — Saudi Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Ahmed Al-Rajhi emphasized the importance of responsible artificial intelligence in shaping a more inclusive, productive, and sustainable future of work.He made the remarks on Thursday while addressing a plenary session at the 114th Session of the International Labor Conference (ILC), being held from June 1 to 12, in Geneva. Al-Rajhi heads the Saudi delegation attending the conference and the delegation includes representatives of the three production parties: governments, employers, and workers.The minister highlighted Saudi Arabia’s designation of 2026 as the Year of Artificial Intelligence, reflecting the Kingdom’s commitment to harnessing…
مباشر- قال الرئيس الأمريكي، دونالد ترامب، اليوم الخميس، إنه منفتح على لقاء المرشد الأعلى الإيراني الجديد إذا تم التوصل إلى اتفاق لإنهاء الحرب، بحسب “سي إن إن”. وأضاف ترامب للصحفيين في المكتب البيضاوي: “لا أرغب في اللقاء، لكن إذا حدث ذلك فسيكون شرفًا لي، وقد ألتقي به في حال التوصل لاتفاق، وأنا لا أمانع ذلك”. وعند سؤاله عن إمكانية عقد اللقاء داخل الولايات المتحدة، قال: “لم أسمع الكثير عن ذلك، أنا لم أطرح الفكرة، لكن آخرين اقترحوها”. وأكد ترامب أنه سيكون “محترمًا” في أي لقاء محتمل مع المرشد الأعلى الإيراني، مضيفًا: “لست الشخص المفضل لديه، لكنه على الأرجح محترف، وله…
ABU DHABI, 4th June, 2026 (WAM) — SAFEEN Drydocks, a shipbuilding, repair and maintenance company, has secured two major vessel construction contracts valued at AED1.3 Billion (US$354 million) in total, marking the largest awards secured by SAFEEN Drydocks to date and reinforcing the UAE’s growing position as a shipbuilding hub.SAFEEN Drydocks is a joint venture between AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS) and Premier Marine Engineering Services, operating within Noatum Maritime’s portfolio, as part of its broader offering of integrated maritime services.The first project includes the design and fabrication of four 140-metre multipurpose vessels for AD Ports Group, representing one of…
CAIRO, 5th June, 2026 (WAM) — The General Secretariat of the League of Arab States warned against Israeli occupation plans and policies that violate international law and threaten the security and stability of the region, stressing that they hinder efforts toward a peaceful settlement, foremost among them the Palestinian issue.In a statement marking the 59th anniversary of the June 1967 War, the Arab League said that this year’s commemoration comes amid the continuing and escalating Israeli aggression against the Gaza Strip, the ongoing annexation and settlement expansion plans in the West Bank, and attacks on Lebanese and Syrian territories.The League…