Matt Cooke, EMEA Cybersecurity Strategist at Proofpoint. Proofpoint, a leader in cybersecurity and compliance, recently unveiled the results of a study showing that more than one-third (36%) of the official sponsors, suppliers, partners and supporters associated with the FIFA World Cup 2026, which takes place from the 11 June to 19 July 2026, do not have the necessary email security measures in place to help protect themselves from domain impersonation. This may expose fans, customers, and partners to an increased risk of email fraud that impersonates trusted brands. Cybercriminals routinely seek to capitalise on major global sporting events by targeting…
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Madinah continues to attract visitors during the summer vacation with its religious, cultural, and historical assets, alongside entertainment venues and quality experiences that offer an integrated journey combining worship, knowledge, and exploration of the city’s heritage. The Prophet’s Mosque remains the city’s central landmark, with integrated services in its surroundings and adjacent area, including accommodation, markets, and service facilities. Nearby enrichment attractions, most notably the Exhibition of the Architecture of the Prophet’s Mosque and the Exhibition of the Prophet’s Biography and Islamic Civilization, document its history through modern display methods. Visitors can explore historical sites linked to the Prophet’s biography,…
KUMAMOTO —The number of people who died in Tuesday’s earthquake in southwestern Japan rose to 34, authorities said on Thursday, as tens of thousands survivors were left without power in searing heat. Rescuers are still working to find survivors after the powerful earthquake hit Kumamoto prefecture on Kyushu island, causing widespread damage to houses and power lines. Several people died after part of a shopping center collapsed and an explosion ripped through the mall about an hour later. Emergency workers searched tirelessly for survivors at the wrecked shopping mall on Thursday. The Kumamoto disaster management office issued the new tally…
RIYADH — The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) has forecast varying rainfall and above-normal temperatures across the Kingdom during August, September and October 2026, with rainfall expected to increase gradually and exceed seasonal averages in most regions by October. The NCM said August rainfall is expected to remain below average in Jazan and Al-Baha, as well as parts of Najran, Asir, Makkah, Madinah, Tabuk, Riyadh and the Eastern Province, while other regions are likely to receive near-average rainfall. In September, above-average rainfall is forecast for Tabuk, Madinah and Al-Baha, along with parts of Asir, Makkah, Qassim, Hail, Al-Jouf and the…
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED), in collaboration with the Cyber Security Council, has launched a series of specialised cybersecurity awareness sessions as part of its ‘Future Entrepreneur Programme 2026’, being held under the theme ‘Their summer today. Their ventures tomorrow… with safety and confidence.’ The initiative reflects both entities’ ongoing efforts to nurture a generation of capable young entrepreneurs equipped with the requisite entrepreneurial skills and digital awareness to meet the demands of the digital economy as well as build innovation and knowledge-based future projects. This initiative builds on the strategic partnership between Khalifa Fund and the Cyber Security…
Kitesurfing is witnessing growing popularity among marine sports in Saudi Arabia, benefiting from the natural assets of Saudi coasts, particularly on the Red Sea. The sport combines surfing and paragliding, with kitesurfers relying on a kite that harnesses wind power to propel the board, requiring balance, control, and the ability to read wind directions, alongside adherence to safety standards. Technical advances in kite, board, and safety system design have made the sport easier and safer, encouraging its spread across age groups and the establishment of specialized training schools and centers led by certified instructors. Several coastal destinations, most notably Jeddah,…
WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump threatened further military strikes against Iran as tensions escalated across the Middle East, with new drone attacks targeting Kuwait, a tanker struck in the Strait of Hormuz, and Israel intensifying airstrikes in Gaza despite Hamas’ agreement to disarm. Speaking Friday during a Cabinet meeting at Camp David, Trump said the United States would continue military action against Iran until it achieves its objectives. “We just want to win,” Trump told reporters, warning that the U.S. would strike Iran “very hard” until Tehran changes course. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt accused Iran of violating…
RIYADH — The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) recorded 1,210 seizures of prohibited items at the Kingdom’s land, sea and air customs ports over the past week. The seizures included 88 narcotics-related cases involving cannabis, cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, Captagon pills and other illicit drugs, as well as 402 prohibited items. Customs officials also intercepted 2,425 tobacco products and derivatives, 18 cases involving undeclared cash, and three cases involving weapons and related items. ZATCA said it will continue tightening customs controls on the Kingdom’s imports and exports in coordination with relevant government agencies to safeguard society and combat smuggling. The…
GENEVA — FIFA President Gianni Infantino has abandoned plans to sell a stake in World Cup profits to private equity investors after facing widespread opposition from football federations and senior officials across the sport. Infantino announced Saturday that the proposal would not proceed, saying it had become clear the project had created divisions that outweighed its intended benefits. “Having listened carefully to all the views, it has become clear that the project has created divisions of a nature that, regardless of the level of support, are no longer in the interest of the objective set out in the first place,”…
Apple has expanded on its Apple Upgrade Programme, a direct-to-consumer hardware leasing service backed by Klarna Group, offering U.S. based customers monthly payment options across its iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac, and iPad product lines. The launch follows recent reports detailing Apple’s shift toward a consumer leasing framework to drive recurring device revenue. However, the official terms differ in several key areas from initial industry expectations. While Bloomberg previously reported fixed duration terms, Apple confirmed the programme offers dual tenure options per category. iPhone and Apple Watch plans offer 12- and 24-month lease terms starting at $17.99 and $11.99 per month,…