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The Saudi people celebrate on the 22nd of February each year the anniversary of a historic day in the nation’s records, as on this day in 1937 AD, the royal decree was issued to unify the lands of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under one banner and one name.

In this context, His Royal Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Minister of Foreign Affairs, said: “On this day, we renew the covenant and loyalty to our wise leadership and remember the sacrifices of fathers and grandfathers in unifying this blessed land.” He added: “February 22 represents a pivotal station in our national history, where the great dream of unifying the Kingdom was achieved by King Abdulaziz bin Abdul Rahman Al Saud – may God have mercy on him.”

According to official statistics, millions of citizens and residents participated in the official and popular celebrations organized on this occasion in various regions of the Kingdom. The capital, Riyadh, witnessed a majestic military parade in which units from all sectors of the armed forces participated, while various heritage and cultural events were held in public squares and parks.

It is worth noting that the royal decree issued on February 22, 1937 AD stipulated the unification of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under the name “Kingdom of Saudi Arabia”, the adoption of the Saudi flag in its current form, and the choice of September 23 of each year to be the National Day of the Kingdom.

قاد النجم الفرنسي كريم بنزيما فريقه اتحاد جدة لفوز كبير على الفيحاء بنتيجة 4-1 ضمن منافسات دوري روشن السعودي، مسجلاً هدفين وصنع آخر في مباراة شهدت تألقاً لافتاً من اللاعب البالغ من العمر 36 عاماً.
وقال بنزيما بعد المباراة: “أشعر بسعادة كبيرة بهذا الفوز وبمساهمتي في تحقيقه. الفريق يقدم مستويات مميزة وأثق بقدرتنا على المنافسة على اللقب هذا الموسم”، فيما أضاف مدرب الاتحاد نونو سانتو: “بنزيما لاعب استثنائي يصنع الفارق دائماً. أداؤه اليوم كان مثالياً من جميع النواحي”.
وصلت تمريرات بنزيما الناجحة إلى نسبة 92% خلال المباراة، كما سدد 4 تسديدات على المرمى، 3 منها بين الخشبات الثلاث. وبهذين الهدفين، رفع رصيده إلى 8 أهداف في صدارة هدافي الدوري السعودي هذا الموسم.
بدأ بنزيما مشواره مع اتحاد جدة في صيف عام 2023 قادماً من ريال مدريد الإسباني، حيث توج مع الفريق الملكي بـ25 لقباً منها 5 ألقاب لدوري أبطال أوروبا. وفي موسمه الأول مع العميد السعودي، نجح في قيادة الفريق للتتويج بلقب الدوري بعد غياب 10 سنوات.
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Riyadh – Sheikh Saleh bin Abdulaziz Al Sheikh, a member of the Council of Senior Scholars in Saudi Arabia, passed away on Monday evening at the age of 75.

His body was buried after the Asr prayer on Tuesday at Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque in Riyadh, with Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Abdullah Al Sheikh, the Grand Mufti of the Kingdom, leading the funeral prayer.

The deceased was born in Riyadh in 1946, memorized the Quran in his youth, then joined the Riyadh Scientific Institute. After graduation, he worked as a teacher in the same institute.

In 1992, a royal order appointed Sheikh Saleh as a member of the Council of Senior Scholars, a position he held until his death, making distinguished scholarly and missionary contributions.

The Royal Court mourned the deceased, expressing deep sorrow and asking Allah to have mercy on him and grant him Paradise.

Many officials, scholars, and preachers offered their condolences to the deceased’s family and the Saudi people, praising his blessed scholarly and missionary journey.

May Allah have mercy on Sheikh Saleh bin Abdulaziz Al Sheikh, grant him Paradise, and give his family, relatives, and loved ones patience and solace.

أظهرت دراسة حديثة أن ممارسة الرياضة لفترات قصيرة يوميًا يمكن أن تطيل العمر وتحسّن الصحة العامة. وقد أجرى الباحثون دراسة موسعة شملت آلاف المشاركين من مختلف الأعمار والخلفيات.
وتوصلت الدراسة إلى أن الأشخاص الذين يمارسون نشاطًا بدنيًا معتدلًا لمدة 20-30 دقيقة يوميًا يتمتعون بصحة أفضل ويعيشون لفترة أطول مقارنة بغيرهم. كما وجد الباحثون أن حتى القليل من الحركة اليومية يمكن أن يحدث فرقًا كبيرًا.
ونقلت الدراسة عن أحد الباحثين الرئيسيين قوله: “لا يجب أن تكون الرياضة شاقة أو تستغرق وقتًا طويلاً. حتى المشي السريع لمدة 20 دقيقة يوميًا يمكن أن يكون له تأثير إيجابي كبير على الصحة.”
وأضاف الباحث أن الدراسة تؤكد أهمية دمج النشاط البدني في الحياة اليومية، سواء كان ذلك من خلال المشي أو ركوب الدراجات أو أي نشاط آخر يزيد من معدل ضربات القلب.
وقد رحّب خبراء الصحة بهذه النتائج، مشددين على ضرورة نشر الوعي بأهمية الرياضة والنشاط البدني بين جميع الفئات العمرية. ويدعون إلى ضرورة توفير البنية التحتية والمرافق التي تسهل ممارسة الرياضة في المدن.
وخلصت الدراسة إلى أن الرياضة المنتظمة، حتى لو كانت بسيطة، هي مفتاح الصحة الجيدة والعمر الطويل. وتؤكد على ضرورة جعلها جزءًا أساسيًا من نمط الحياة اليومي للجميع.
وتأتي هذه الدراسة في وقت تتزايد فيه المخاوف من ارتفاع معدلات السمنة وقلة النشاط البدني في العالم، مما يسلط الضوء على أهمية تشجيع الناس على الحركة أكثر واتباع نمط حياة صحي.

Today, Saudis celebrate the first anniversary of #FoundingDay, which falls on February 22nd each year. This day symbolizes the beginning of the establishment of the first Saudi state by Imam Muhammad bin Saud in 1727 AD, representing a significant milestone in the history of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

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On this day, we recall a rich history spanning over three centuries, where the journey of unification and construction began. His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz, in a speech on the occasion of #FoundingDay, affirmed that “this dear anniversary, which is dear to all our hearts, represents the historical, civilizational, and cultural depth of the Kingdom.”

The Kingdom has witnessed remarkable development in various fields over the past years, with the gross domestic product rising from 833 billion riyals in 1999 to 3 trillion riyals in 2022, according to the General Authority for Statistics.

The Kingdom has also witnessed a qualitative leap in the field of education, with government spending on education rising from 21.1% of total spending in 2015 to 23.9% in 2022, according to data from the Ministry of Finance.

Celebrating #FoundingDay is not just a historical occasion, but a reminder of the importance of unity, stability, and development that the Kingdom has witnessed since its establishment. We are all proud and proud of this historical achievement that was achieved thanks to the efforts of wise leadership and the will of the loyal Saudi people.

In controversial statements that sparked widespread debate in sports circles, French star Karim Benzema opened the door to the possibility of leaving Al-Ittihad Club in Saudi Arabia at the end of the current season.

In an interview with the French newspaper “L’Equipe,” the 36-year-old Benzema confirmed that he had not made a final decision regarding his continuation with the Saudi team, indicating that he would determine his future after the end of the current season.

The French player added: “I faced some difficulties at the beginning of my journey here, but I worked hard and gradually improved. Now I feel that I am delivering good levels and contributing to the team’s success.”

Since his move to Al-Ittihad Club in the summer of 2023 from Real Madrid, Benzema has scored 15 goals in 29 matches in various competitions so far, despite missing some matches due to injuries.

Benzema had previously stated in an interview with the French magazine “France Football” that his future on the field might be linked to his ability to compete at the highest levels, hinting at the possibility of retirement if he felt he was no longer able to deliver the best.

This statement comes at a time when Al-Ittihad Club is going through a transitional phase after the departure of its Portuguese coach Nuno Santo, which puts Benzema’s future with the team under the spotlight.

Media reports had linked Benzema with a return to Europe, especially with the interest of some major clubs in his services, but the player did not confirm or deny these reports in his latest statements.

It is worth noting that Benzema joined Al-Ittihad Club in a free transfer after the end of his contract with Real Madrid, where he signed a three-year contract in exchange for an annual salary estimated at about 200 million euros, making him one of the highest-paid players in the world.

With several months remaining until the end of the season, football fans in Saudi Arabia and around the world are awaiting Benzema’s final decision, which may have a significant impact on the future of Al-Ittihad Club and the Roshn Saudi League.