Daniel Dubois Retains IBF Heavyweight Title with Knockout at Star-Studded Wembley Event; Saudi Arabia's UN Initiatives Highlight Global Humanitarian Efforts and Ambitions
Dubois retains IBF heavyweight title with knockout at Wembley; Saudi Arabia addresses UN on global issues and aims to host FIFA World Cup 2034.
Daniel Dubois retained his IBF heavyweight title with a spectacular knockout of Anthony Joshua in the fifth round at a star-studded Wembley Stadium event. The thrilling evening saw Josh Kelly, Anthony Cacace, Joshua Buatsi, Hamzah Sheeraz, and Josh Padley all triumph in their respective fights, witnessed by 96,000 enthusiastic spectators and notable guests including GEA Chairman Turki Alalshikh.
Shifting from sports to global issues, Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah, head of KSrelief, addressed the 79th session of the UN General Assembly in New York, highlighting pressing global humanitarian challenges. During his high-level presentation, Al-Rabeeah stressed the need for effective relief mechanisms, detailing Saudi Arabia's commitment with over 3,000 aid projects in 102 countries since 2015.
Speaking of global ambitions, Saudi Arabia is optimistic about hosting the FIFA World Cup 2034, infused with the energy of its youth and significant infrastructure developments. Hammad Albalawi, leading the bid unit, emphasized the alignment with Vision 2030, highlighting the Saudi Pro League's growth and the creation of unique stadiums designed to deliver unforgettable fan experiences and lasting legacies.
On a humanitarian front, Project Masam, led by Saudi Arabia, continues its critical work by clearing 1,338 explosive devices from Yemen in just one week. Since its 2018 inception, the project has successfully removed 462,289 mines, protecting civilians and enhancing safety across numerous regions in the country.
In the realm of digital innovation, the Digital Cooperation Organization launched the Digital Economy Navigator (DEN) at the UN Assembly in New York. This tool assesses digital economy maturity in 50 countries, aiming to foster accessibility, sustainability, and shared prosperity, as emphasized by DCO’s secretary-general Deemah Al-Yahya.
Lastly, highlighting empowerment, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's initiatives for youth and women were a focal point at the UN Summit of the Future. Communications Minister Abdullah Al-Swaha celebrated achievements such as a 35% female participation rate in the tech sector and the training of a million individuals through “Saudi Codes,” alongside impressive global rankings in digital services and e-government development.
Shifting from sports to global issues, Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah, head of KSrelief, addressed the 79th session of the UN General Assembly in New York, highlighting pressing global humanitarian challenges. During his high-level presentation, Al-Rabeeah stressed the need for effective relief mechanisms, detailing Saudi Arabia's commitment with over 3,000 aid projects in 102 countries since 2015.
Speaking of global ambitions, Saudi Arabia is optimistic about hosting the FIFA World Cup 2034, infused with the energy of its youth and significant infrastructure developments. Hammad Albalawi, leading the bid unit, emphasized the alignment with Vision 2030, highlighting the Saudi Pro League's growth and the creation of unique stadiums designed to deliver unforgettable fan experiences and lasting legacies.
On a humanitarian front, Project Masam, led by Saudi Arabia, continues its critical work by clearing 1,338 explosive devices from Yemen in just one week. Since its 2018 inception, the project has successfully removed 462,289 mines, protecting civilians and enhancing safety across numerous regions in the country.
In the realm of digital innovation, the Digital Cooperation Organization launched the Digital Economy Navigator (DEN) at the UN Assembly in New York. This tool assesses digital economy maturity in 50 countries, aiming to foster accessibility, sustainability, and shared prosperity, as emphasized by DCO’s secretary-general Deemah Al-Yahya.
Lastly, highlighting empowerment, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's initiatives for youth and women were a focal point at the UN Summit of the Future. Communications Minister Abdullah Al-Swaha celebrated achievements such as a 35% female participation rate in the tech sector and the training of a million individuals through “Saudi Codes,” alongside impressive global rankings in digital services and e-government development.
