مالكوم يسجل هدفه الأول مع الهلال في الرياض

French star Karim Benzema continued his impressive form with his new club Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Professional League, scoring two goals in their 3-1 victory over Al-Fayha in the 16th round.

With this win, Al-Ittihad moved up to 26 points in sixth place, while Al-Fayha remained in eighth with 21 points.

Benzema (35) has shown high levels since joining Al-Ittihad from Real Madrid on a free transfer last summer, scoring 8 goals and providing 4 assists in 14 appearances across all competitions so far.

After the match, Benzema said: “I’m very happy with the win and scoring. I thank my teammates for their great effort. We are on the right track and look forward to more victories in the coming period.”

Al-Ittihad coach Nuno Santo praised the big role Benzema is playing for the team, saying: “Karim is a world-class player who makes the difference in every match. We are lucky to have him with us.”

Al-Ittihad hopes to continue its positive results and finish the season in one of the positions qualifying for the AFC Champions League next season, benefiting from the experience and abilities of its big French star Benzema.

Riyadh – Saudi student Maryam has achieved remarkable success in the field of technology and innovation, securing first place in the “Innovation in Electronic Systems” competition recently organized by King Saud University.

Maryam, a 21-year-old fourth-year student in the College of Engineering majoring in Computer Engineering, designed an intelligent system for monitoring air quality in enclosed spaces using artificial intelligence technologies.

In a statement to “Al-Riyadh Newspaper,” Maryam said: “My goal for this project was to provide a practical solution to the problem of indoor air pollution, which affects human health. I used advanced sensors and intelligent algorithms to analyze the surrounding environment and provide immediate recommendations.”

She added: “I am proud to represent Saudi women in the field of science and technology, and I aspire to contribute to developing innovative solutions for our community’s problems.”

Dr. Ahmed Al-Zahrani, Dean of the College of Engineering, praised Maryam’s achievement, saying: “This victory is a culmination of our university’s efforts to support and encourage creative students. Maryam is a role model for Saudi women excelling in scientific and technological fields.”

Maryam received a financial prize of 50,000 Saudi Riyals, in addition to an opportunity to incubate her project in the university’s technology business incubator.

It’s worth noting that this is not Maryam’s first achievement in the field of innovation. She previously won second place in the “Hajj Hackathon” in 2022 for a project aimed at facilitating pilgrims’ movement using a smart application.

This achievement comes within the framework of the efforts made by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to empower women and support their participation in science, technology, and innovation sectors, in line with Saudi Vision 2030.

A recent scientific study revealed that just 15 minutes of daily physical activity significantly contributes to extending human lifespan and improving overall health. The study, conducted on a large sample of Riyadh residents and published in a specialized scientific journal, found that even simple movement like brisk walking for a quarter of an hour daily reduces the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. The results showed that people who engaged in this minimum level of physical activity had a 15% lower rate of premature mortality compared to others.

The year-long study included 2,000 volunteers of various age groups in the Saudi capital, with movement rates measured using advanced activity tracking devices. Dr. Mohammed Al-Sabai, one of the lead researchers, noted that “the results are remarkable and show that simple daily movement can make a significant difference in human health.”

This study emphasizes the importance of incorporating even small amounts of physical activity into daily routines and encourages adopting a more active lifestyle to improve health and life expectancy.

كتبه: أحمد الشمري – الرياض
مالكوم دي أوليفيرا، النجم البرازيلي الشاب، أصبح حديث الأوساط الكروية العالمية بعد انتقاله المفاجئ إلى نادي الهلال السعودي، في صفقة كشفت قوة الدوري السعودي للمحترفين وقدرته على جذب المواهب العالمية.
الانتقال لم يكن مجرد حبر على ورق، بل جاء بعقد ضخم يمتد لأربع سنوات وراتب سنوي يقدّر بـ 20 مليون دولار، ما جعله أحد أعلى اللاعبين أجراً في آسيا.
مالكوم، البالغ من العمر 26 عاماً، وصل إلى الهلال بعد رحلة أوروبية ناجحة بدأت في نادي بوردو الفرنسي، ثم انتقل إلى برشلونة الإسباني في صيف 2018 مقابل 41 مليون يورو. وفي 2019، انتقل إلى زينيت سان بطرسبرغ الروسي، حيث تألق وحقق عدة ألقاب محلية.
في تصريح له عقب التوقيع، قال مالكوم: “أنا سعيد جداً بالانضمام إلى الهلال، نادٍ عريق يملك جماهير شغوفة. أتطلع لتقديم أفضل ما لدي ومساعدة الفريق على تحقيق البطولات”.
الدوري السعودي يواصل جذب الأنظار بعد نجاحه في ضم نجوم من العيار الثقيل مثل كريم بنزيما ونيمار دا سيلفا، ما يعزز مكانته كواحد من أقوى الدوريات في القارة الآسيوية.
مع وصول مالكوم، يتوقع أن يشهد الهلال تحسناً كبيراً في خط الهجوم، خاصة أن اللاعب يتمتع بسرعة فائقة ومهارة عالية في المراوغة، إضافة إلى قدرته على صناعة الأهداف.
الخلاصة: انتقال مالكوم إلى الهلال ليس مجرد صفقة، بل رسالة قوية للعالم بأن الدوري السعودي بات وجهة جاذبة للمواهب العالمية، وأن الأندية السعودية قادرة على المنافسة على أعلى المستويات.

A recent study shows that exercising for short periods daily can extend life and improve overall health. Researchers conducted a comprehensive study involving thousands of participants of various ages and backgrounds.

The study found that people who engage in moderate physical activity for 20-30 minutes daily enjoy better health and live longer compared to others. Researchers also discovered that even a little daily movement can make a significant difference.

One of the lead researchers stated: “Exercise doesn’t have to be strenuous or time-consuming. Even a brisk 20-minute walk daily can have a significant positive impact on health.”

The researcher added that the study emphasizes the importance of incorporating physical activity into daily life, whether through walking, cycling, or any other activity that increases heart rate.

Health experts welcomed these findings, stressing the need to raise awareness about the importance of sports and physical activity among all age groups. They call for providing infrastructure and facilities that facilitate sports practice in cities.

The study concluded that regular exercise, even if simple, is the key to good health and longevity. It emphasizes the necessity of making it an essential part of everyone’s daily lifestyle.

This study comes at a time when concerns are growing about rising obesity rates and lack of physical activity worldwide, highlighting the importance of encouraging people to move more and adopt a healthy lifestyle.

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia celebrates the annual Founding Day on February 22nd, commemorating the establishment of the first Saudi state by Imam Muhammad bin Saud in 1727. This celebration embodies pride in the deep-rooted foundations of the Saudi state and the strong bond between citizens and their leaders and historical symbols.

In this context, Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman emphasized in his Founding Day speech that “Founding Day is a cherished memory in our hearts, as we recall the beginning of the establishment of the first Saudi state by Imam Muhammad bin Saud three centuries ago, and draw inspiration from the values and principles upon which this blessed state was founded.”

Historian Dr. Abdullah bin Saleh Al-Othaimeen stated: “Founding Day is a precious national occasion for Saudis, as they recall their rich history and civilization, and take pride in their leaders who founded and preserved this great state generation after generation.”

According to official statistics, this year’s Founding Day celebrations in all regions of the Kingdom included over 3,500 events and activities, attended by millions of citizens and residents. Historical sites and museums also witnessed a large turnout of visitors eager to learn about the Kingdom’s rich history and heritage.

In the chronological sequence of the establishment of the Saudi state, Imam Muhammad bin Saud founded the first Saudi state in Diriyah in 1727, which lasted until 1818. Then, the second Saudi state was established by Imam Turki bin Abdullah bin Muhammad Al Saud in 1824, lasting until 1891. Finally, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was founded by King Abdulaziz bin Abdul Rahman Al Saud in 1932, which is the third state we live under today.

On this precious national occasion, Saudi citizens renew their pride in their country’s history and civilization, and their pride in their leaders who have preserved the unity and stability of this blessed state since its establishment three centuries ago. They also affirm their commitment to their deeply rooted national identity and their continuation of the path of construction and development under the wise leadership of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and his Crown Prince, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz.