New York, July 20, 2026, SPA — Spain claimed its second FIFA World Cup title after defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time in the final at New York New Jersey Stadium. The victory marked Spain’s first World Cup triumph since lifting the trophy in South Africa in 2010. The final was attended by several world leaders, including US President Donald Trump, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who took part in the medal and trophy presentation ceremony. Spain also swept the tournament’s top individual honors. Midfielder Rodri won the Golden Ball as the competiti
Jeddah, July 20, 2026, SPA — Jeddah Islamic Port has announced extended storage fee exemption periods for transit cargo for 60 days, effective July 19, 2026, as part of a package of incentives aimed at improving supply chain efficiency and strengthening the competitiveness of Saudi ports on the global trade map. The move reflects the Kingdom’s accelerating logistics transformation The initiative includes three key operational measures: extending the storage fee exemption for transit containers to 15 days, granting a five-day exemption for general transit cargo, and providing a five-day exemption for roll-on/roll-off (Ro-Ro) cargo an
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- Spain Defeats Argentina to Claim Second FIFA World Cup Title
- Jeddah Islamic Port Introduces 60-Day Logistics Incentive Package to Enhance Supply Chain Competitiveness
- HRH the Crown Prince, Lebanese President Discuss Latest Developments in Lebanon and the Region
- Joint GCC-EU Statement on the Strait of Hormuz and Freedom of Navigation
- Address Jabal Omar Makkah Celebrates Multiple Wins at the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards
- SBC Teams Up with Conversion Conf for Affiliate Leaders Summit 2026
- Africa, the Far East and Other Emerging Markets Take Centre Stage at SBC Summit
- TOEFL iBT Sees Record Registrations in Saudi Arabia Six Months after Revamped Launch
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates – September, 2024 – eZhire, the Middle Easts’ first app-based, on-demand car rental platform, is breaking new ground by offering deposit-free rentals to drivers as young as 18. This first-of-its-kind initiative in the UAE removes traditional barriers like credit card and deposit requirements, allowing young adults, including students and new drivers, to rent cars easily and affordably. Founded to disrupt the conventional car rental process, eZhire eliminates the need for cumbersome paperwork, upfront deposits, and physical storefronts. Instead, the fully digital service provides customers with 24/7 access to vehicles, delivered straight to their doorsteps. With this latest offering,…
