Articles for author: Layla Al-Khalifa

Beauty influencer murdered on live TikTok stream in Mexico

The Tragic Death of Beauty Influencer Valeria Marquez In a chilling turn of events, Valeria Marquez, a popular beauty influencer, met a gruesome end while live streaming to her followers from her salon in Zapopan, Mexico. As she excitedly unwrapped a small parcel, exclaiming “He’s a little piglet!” to her viewers, tragedy struck. Without warning, ...

Layla Al-Khalifa

New PIF Appointments Shake Up Real Estate Market!

PIF Appoints Saad Alkroud to Lead Local Real Estate Investments, Maram Al Johani as Acting Chief of Staff In a strategic move aimed at bolstering their real estate investment portfolio, the Public Investment Fund (PIF) has appointed Saad Alkroud as the new head of local real estate investments. This decision comes at a time when ...

Layla Al-Khalifa

“Unveiling Saudi Arabia’s Digital Labor Market Evolution at London’s International Finance Forum: Qiwa CTO Speaks Out!”

Haytham AlQadheeb Leading the Charge at London’s 4th International Finance Forum Haytham AlQadheeb, Chief Technology Officer of Qiwa at Takamol Holding, stole the spotlight at the prestigious London’s 4th International Finance Forum (IFF25). He captivated global finance and technology leaders with a compelling narrative on Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation. AlQadheeb’s presentation delved into the Kingdom’s ...

Layla Al-Khalifa

STC Bank Teams Up with Arthur Lawrence for Outsourcing Services & Job Descriptions

STC Bank Partners with Arthur Lawrence for Operational Outsourcing and Job Description Development Services In a groundbreaking announcement made at the Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum 2025, STC Bank revealed its strategic partnership with Arthur Lawrence to enhance operational efficiency and workforce planning within the bank. Job Description Alignment and Outsourced HR Support Under the agreement, Arthur ...

Robert De Niro Receives Honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes 2025

The Glitz and Glamour of Cannes Film Festival CANNES — Every year, around this time, the world’s most decorated and well-known actors, filmmakers, screenwriters and cinema world descend upon the resort town of Cannes in the southeastern French Riviera to attend one of the industry’s most prestigious annual events. The Cannes Film Festival opened on ...

Layla Al-Khalifa

Discover Dr. Waleed Alrodhan Alshalan’s Cybersecurity Odyssey!

The Intersection of Cybersecurity and Literature: Dr. Waleed Alrodhan Alshalan’s Unique Journey At the fascinating crossroads of technology and imagination, Dr. Waleed Alrodhan Alshalan emerges as a prominent figure in Saudi Arabia’s academic and cultural landscape. A cybersecurity associate professor and passionate novelist, Alshalan blends technical expertise with literary finesse. His novel Leonardo da Vinci ...

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Surging Markets as US and China Slash Tariffs!

Trade tensions ease as US and China reach agreement In a dramatic turn of events, share markets surged on Monday following President Trump’s announcement of a “total reset” in trade terms between the US and China. This move aims to de-escalate the high-stakes stand-off that has been brewing between the two economic powerhouses. The talks ...