Magna AI, Inc., the global integrated‑value‑chain sovereign AI transformation leader established through a partnership between Trend Micro and Wistron Digital Technology Holding Company (WDH), powered by NVIDIA, recently announced a strategic collaboration with Saudi Xerox, official representation of Xerox Trading Company in Saudi Arabia that is redefining the workplace experience by providing solutions to improve business processes, automation, and printing technology. The initiative was formalised during the Global AI Show 2026 in Riyadh by Dr. Moataz BinAli, Chief Executive Officer of Magna AI, and Mehmet Sezer, General Manager of Saudi Xerox. The strategic framework will enable both companies to advance…
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BEIJING, 2nd July, 2026 (WAM) — China’s trade in services expanded 6 percent year on year in the first five months of 2026, with exports of travel and knowledge-intensive services reporting particularly strong growth, official data showed on Wednesday. The total value of service imports and exports reached nearly 3.1 trillion yuan (about US$455.4 billion) from January to May this year, according to data released by the Ministry of Commerce. A breakdown of the data showed that service exports rose 15.9 percent to 1.23 trillion yuan, while imports edged up 0.4 percent to 1.87 trillion yuan. The service trade deficit…
A legal tussle is at the center of the delay in rolling out Indian consular services in the UAE, leaving scores of expats in limbo. The dispute pits two failed bidders against the Indian government’s decision to award the contract for consular services in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Australia, and it is now being fought in India’s Supreme Court. This comes as the rollout of Indian passport renewals and other services in the UAE is temporarily being undertaken by the Consulate General of India (CGI), Dubai and the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi starting Thursday. Earlier this year, the…
NEW YORK — A couple who managed to climb the massive antenna mast atop the Empire State Building, one of New York’s most iconic landmarks, unfurled a banner bearing a message of love after a marriage proposal. The daring stunt has led New York City police to arrest the duo as they quickly became the focus of attention on social media. Video shot by a US news helicopter on Wednesday showed two people, dressed in black, appearing to kiss on top of the iconic skyscraper’s main antenna. According to the footage, the man proposed to his girlfriend while the woman…
Prime Inspections & Snagging, a Dubai-based property inspection company, today announced the expansion of its RERA-certified snagging and home inspection services across all seven emirates. With the UAE’s property market maintaining a rapid pace of new handovers, the company is helping homeowners and investors identify construction defects early, before final payments are released or keys are accepted. Detailed Reports Within 24 Hours Property snagging is the process of professionally inspecting a new or resale property for defects such as electrical, plumbing and HVAC faults, incomplete finishes and cosmetic issues. The company’s team of InterNACHI-certified inspectors carries out a full assessment…
From coding workshops to sports camps, families say keeping children engaged this summer is becoming both a financial and logistical challenge. As schools across the UAE break for the long summer holidays from this Friday, working parents are once again navigating a familiar dilemma — how to keep children meaningfully engaged without stretching already-tight budgets. While summer camps remain a popular solution for childcare and enrichment, many families say rising costs are making them harder to access, especially for those with more than one child. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Even basic…
RIYADH — More than 51,000 Saudi families moved into their first homes during the first five months of 2026, while another 38,471 benefited from housing and financing support, according to the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing. The figures, covering the period from the beginning of the year through the end of May, reflect the ministry’s ongoing efforts to expand homeownership by providing a range of housing and financing solutions for eligible families across the Kingdom. Since the launch of the Sakani program in 2017, the total number of supported housing contracts has reached 1,040,215, highlighting the program’s cumulative role in…
DUBAI, 1st July, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Free Zones Council, chaired the 35th meeting of the Council during which members reviewed a range of strategic initiatives aimed at redesigning the investor journey, enhancing the regulatory framework governing free zones, and further integrating government services. These initiatives reinforce Dubai’s position as one of the world’s leading investment destinations. Discussions opened with a review of recent economic developments alongside regional and global trends, with members assessing their implications for the wider business environment. The meeting underscored the importance of strengthening institutional readiness…
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Kylian Mbappé scored twice as France eased past Sweden 3-0 on Tuesday to reach the World Cup quarterfinals, moving within one goal of Lionel Messi’s all-time tournament scoring record. The France captain took his World Cup tally to 18 career goals, one behind Messi’s record 19, while also drawing level with the Argentina star on six goals in the race for the 2026 Golden Boot. France will face Paraguay in the quarterfinals after the South Americans stunned Germany on penalties. Mbappé opened the scoring in first-half stoppage time with a moment of individual brilliance, combining with…
ATLANTA, 1st July, 2026 (WAM) — England survived a major scare as they came from behind to beat Congo DR and reach the last 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Atlanta. Thomas Tuchel’s team trailed from the seventh minute, when Brian Cipenga opened the scoring, until the 75th minute when Harry Kane equalised, with the England skipper then blasting a brilliant winner in a dramatic turnaround. England’s reward is a Round of 16 meeting with co-hosts Mexico at the Mexico City Stadium on 6 July. Source: Emirates News Agency