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Riyadh: A recent study conducted by public health researchers has revealed important findings regarding the impact of simple daily movement on overall human health.

The study, which recently published its results, showed that adding just 15 minutes of light activity to the daily routine can significantly improve health and contribute to increasing life expectancy.

The researchers explained that simple activities such as brisk walking, climbing stairs, or even light household chores can make a big difference in a person’s overall health.

The study confirmed that these results apply to all age groups and fitness levels, making it an important recommendation for everyone regardless of their current physical fitness level.

The researchers concluded that these findings emphasize the importance of incorporating movement into daily life, even in small amounts, as it contributes to preventing many chronic diseases and improving overall quality of life.

In a step that confirms the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s commitment to developing the sports sector and nurturing young talents, a royal decree was issued appointing Prince Fahd bin Muhammad bin Saud Al Saud as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Authority for Sports with the rank of Minister on February 27, 2023.

Prince Fahd, who holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from King Saud University, has extensive experience in both sports and administrative fields. He previously served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Al-Nassr Saudi Football Club for two years and as a member of the Board of Directors of the General Authority for Sports for three years.

In a statement following the royal decree, Prince Fahd expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, for this generous trust. He affirmed that he will work with all effort and dedication to serve the nation and citizens, and achieve the aspirations of the wise leadership in developing the sports sector.

The appointment of Prince Fahd comes within the framework of the Saudi leadership’s keenness to support and develop the sports sector, in line with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030. The royal decree tasked Prince Fahd with working to achieve several goals, including: increasing the percentage of sports practice in society, raising the level of sports clubs, and enhancing sports competitiveness at the international level.

Prince Fahd has a distinguished record of sports and administrative achievements. He contributed to achieving many championships and achievements for Al-Nassr Club, and worked on developing the club’s infrastructure and improving the efficiency of its sports system. He also has distinguished relationships with international sports federations, which will contribute to enhancing the Kingdom’s presence on the global sports stage.

In conclusion, the appointment of Prince Fahd bin Muhammad bin Saud as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Authority for Sports represents an important step towards achieving the goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 in the field of sports. This comes within the framework of the Saudi leadership’s keenness to support talented Saudi youth and provide the appropriate environment to develop their skills and abilities in various sports fields.

Al-Faisaliah Stadium in Riyadh witnessed a fiery summit within the competitions of the 15th round of the Roshn Saudi League, which brought together Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad, and ended with a resounding victory for the blue team with a score of 3-0, in a match that witnessed a remarkable brilliance from the stars of the capital, and a surprising decline from the holder of the title.

The match began with a clear Al-Hilal control, as the team succeeded in imposing its rhythm from the beginning, taking advantage of the retreat of Al-Ittihad’s midfield. In the 23rd minute, Salem Al-Dosari opened the scoring with a powerful shot from inside the penalty area, giving Al-Hilal a deserved lead. At the beginning of the second half, Jang Hyun-soo strengthened Al-Hilal’s lead with a second goal in the 59th minute, before Malcom concluded the hat-trick in the 72nd minute with a wonderful shot from outside the area.

Romanian coach Razvan Lucescu, Al-Hilal’s coach, commented on the victory, saying: “We presented a great match from the tactical and technical aspects. The players executed the instructions accurately, and we deserved the three points.”

On the other hand, coach Nuno Santo, Al-Ittihad’s coach, expressed his dissatisfaction with the performance, saying: “We did not appear at the required level today. Al-Hilal was better in all lines, and we must work hard to correct the mistakes.”

With this result, Al-Hilal raised its score to 37 points at the top of the standings table, while Al-Ittihad’s score froze at 28 points in fourth place.

It is noteworthy that this match witnessed a large crowd, as the stands were filled with enthusiastic fans, which added exciting atmospheres to the match.

Source: Saudi Press Agency (SPA)
Date: January 10, 2025

Prince Sultan bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Governor of the Riyadh Region, launched the “Stay at Home” campaign to raise awareness about the importance of staying at home and reducing gatherings during the COVID-19 pandemic.

He directed the suspension of all non-essential commercial activities in the region to ensure the health and safety of citizens and residents. He also emphasized the need for commercial establishments to adhere to precautionary measures and preventive protocols.

The Prince stated that the campaign aims to enhance awareness of the importance of social distancing and following health guidelines, noting that the region will not tolerate violations and will take legal action against offenders.

This step is part of the efforts to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

في خطوة دبلوماسية هامة، أكد مسؤولون سعوديون وأمريكيون على أهمية تعزيز العلاقات الثنائية بين البلدين، حيث أعلن ولي العهد الأمير محمد بن سلمان أن المملكة العربية السعودية والولايات المتحدة الأمريكية تربطهما “شراكة استراتيجية قوية”، مشدداً على أن “التعاون المشترك يخدم مصالح البلدين والشعبين الصديقين”.
جاءت هذه التصريحات خلال زيارة وفد أمريكي رفيع المستوى إلى الرياض، حيث بحث الجانبان سبل تعزيز التعاون في مختلف المجالات، خاصة في المجالات الاقتصادية والاستثمارية.
تعزيز التعاون الاقتصادي والاستثماري
في السياق ذاته، أكد وزير الاستثمار السعودي خالد الفالح على أهمية تعزيز التعاون الاقتصادي مع الولايات المتحدة، مشيراً إلى أن “الفرص الاستثمارية المتاحة في المملكة واعدة وتستقطب اهتمام الشركات الأمريكية”.
وأضاف الفالح أن “السعودية تسعى لاستقطاب المزيد من الاستثمارات الأمريكية في مختلف القطاعات، خاصة في مجالات التكنولوجيا والطاقة المتجددة والبنية التحتية”.
مشاريع مشتركة واعدة
وأشار الفالح إلى أن “هناك العديد من المشاريع المشتركة بين البلدين في طور التنفيذ، والتي ستسهم في تعزيز التعاون الاقتصادي وتحقيق التنمية المستدامة في البلدين”.
وتأتي هذه التصريحات في إطار جهود المملكة لتنويع اقتصادها وتقليل اعتمادها على النفط، حيث تسعى لجذب الاستثمارات الأجنبية وتعزيز التعاون مع الشركاء الدوليين.
الشراكة الاستراتيجية في خدمة السلام والاستقرار
وفي سياق متصل، أكد مسؤولون سعوديون على أهمية الشراكة الاستراتيجية مع الولايات المتحدة في خدمة السلام والاستقرار في المنطقة والعالم.
وأشاروا إلى أن “التعاون بين البلدين يسهم في مواجهة التحديات المشتركة، خاصة في مجال مكافحة الإرهاب والتطرف، وتعزيز الأمن والاستقرار في المنطقة”.
خاتمة
تأتي هذه التطورات في إطار حرص المملكة العربية السعودية على تعزيز علاقاتها مع الولايات المتحدة الأمريكية، وتأكيد الشراكة الاستراتيجية بين البلدين في مختلف المجالات. ومن المتوقع أن تشهد الفترة المقبلة مزيداً من التعاون والتنسيق بين البلدين، خاصة في المجالات الاقتصادية والاستثمارية والأمنية، بما يخدم مصالح البلدين والشعبين الصديقين ويسهم في تحقيق السلام والاستقرار في المنطقة والعالم.

Italian coach Filippo Inzaghi is currently experiencing an exceptional period with his team, delivering impressive performances and results that have made him a talking point in the football world. Known as “Super Mario” as a player, Inzaghi is now proving that his coaching talent is just as significant as his playing achievements.

Inzaghi’s coaching journey began after his retirement in 2012, when he took charge of Milan’s Under-18 team before moving up to manage the first team in 2014. Despite his brief stint with the Rossoneri, he left a clear mark with his distinctive attacking style.

Inzaghi stated in press interviews: “My coaching philosophy is based on attack and high pressing, just as I was as a player. I believe football should be played in the opponent’s territory.” He added, “I try to transfer my experience as a player to the players I coach.”

Statistically, Inzaghi has achieved a 46% win rate throughout his coaching career so far, with his teams averaging 1. 8 goals per match under his leadership. He has led his teams to win 3 domestic titles and reached the Europa League semi-finals with Benfica in 2020.

Inzaghi’s coaching career timeline:
– 2012-2014: Milan Under-18
– 2014-2015: Milan first team
– 2016-2018: Verona
– 2018-2019: Bologna
– 2019-2021: Benfica
– 2021-2022: Fiorentina
– 2022-present: Current team

Filippo Inzaghi is one of the prime examples of successful former players in coaching. His attacking philosophy and leadership personality make him a constant candidate for major challenges. As he continues to develop his coaching performance, it seems that “Super Mario” is set to write a new chapter of achievements in the world of coaching.