Valentines Day 2021: Gift guide for her and for him

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Updated 14 February 2021
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Valentines Day 2021: Gift guide for her and for him

  • All in all the pandemic had put the importance of weddings into perspective for many of her clients, and she had noticed a definite change in the way weddings were now viewed

Dolce & Gabbana
The Only One perfume

SR672, Sephora

This fragrance is long-lasting, but not too overpowering. An extremely safe present that fits everyone’s fragrance palette.

 

Montblanc Star bracelet
SR1,000 ($267), montblanc.com

The bracelet is made of woven black leather and stainless steel, a gesture that will transcend years and will be a reminder of love for years to come. The most eye-catching thing about this piece is that it fits well in formal and casual gatherings.

 

Strawberry Midi dress
SR1,838, lirikamatoshi.com

This head-turning dress, which became an internet sensation, is the perfect blend of style and aesthetics. It features puffy sleeves, glittery strawberries and dusty pink tulle.

 

Men’s Project Rock 60 bag
SR323, underarmour.com

The perfect bag for those embarking on their fitness journeys. The duffle bag will be an inspiration and has been approved by Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, a fitness icon.

 

Women’s Electrove 2 trainers
SR300, fila.com

Diverse shoes that will go with any type of clothing or abaya. Fashionable and comfortable to wear. Can be found in a bold red color or simple white.

 

Tayiboon Lil Tayibaat ring
SR250, azhaworkshop.com

The ring is designed by a local Saudi business that turns soundwaves into pieces of jewelry. It features a pattern that says “Good people attract good people” and is a gentle reminder to your loved one.

 

Pyrite necklace
SR866-1,155
huwadesigns.com

A beautiful yet unique necklace is made of an irregular pyrite cube. It will protect your loved one from negative energy and will also stimulate their intellect.

 

Throttle Series Echo gaming chair
SR1,762, clutchchairz.com

Support your loved one as they spend peaceful hours on their PC or gaming console playing video games. The chair is popular among online gamers and is extremely practical.

 


Her

I would rather not receive gifts this year. Not that I do not enjoy them, but my husband and I have grown closer over the past few months. I would love to have an expensive meal.
Adwa Al-Omairy

A box of chocolates. I do not care if it’s a cliché because I still like receiving them. Perhaps a picture frame or a meaningful T-shirt. It is something small but sweet.
Hafsa Ayub

The perfect gift would be something handmade like an explosion box of letters for each occasion. Maybe even a ‘Reasons why I love you’ jar because it is thoughtful and minimal.
Miral Khurram

I am a huge fan of perfumes. Although they run out after a while, it still makes me feel warm inside. I get to smell amazing and whenever I apply, I think about the person who gave it to me.
Arwa Khalid

I would like to receive an accessory, something that I can carry with me. Something that I can wear every day that reminds me of the gift giver.
Adil Khalid Jawed


Him

A long-lasting piece of jewelry that you can wear every day as a reminder that you are appreciated in the lady’s world.
Fahd Naseem

It is always tricky this time of year and there is nothing I would love more than a cake and a card from my children so my wife and I can celebrate with them. A messy ‘I love you’ is always a thoughtful idea.
Mohammed Al-Qahtani

 

I would love a card with our silly pictures on this Valentine’s Day. I just find it romantic. It is childish but that is just the kind of thing I like.
Mubashir Imdad

 


Saudi Arabia’s KAUST named FIFA’s first research institute in MENA

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Updated 10 February 2026
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Saudi Arabia’s KAUST named FIFA’s first research institute in MENA

  • KAUST President Prof. Sir Edward Byrne said that the university’s selection as the fifth FIFA Research Institute in the world — and the first in the region — marks a significant achievement, reflecting Kingdom’s growing presence in international football

RIYADH: FIFA has designated the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology as its first research institute in the Middle East and Asia to support the development of innovative football research, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.

The recognition highlights KAUST’s commitment to integrating sports, academic research and industry through advanced, high-level initiatives grounded in rigorous scientific methodologies, contributing to the advancement of football studies.

KAUST President Prof. Sir Edward Byrne said that the university’s selection as the fifth FIFA Research Institute in the world — and the first in the region — marks a significant achievement, reflecting Saudi Arabia’s growing presence in international football.

The accreditation aligns with national efforts to invest in research and development and promote the knowledge economy, supporting Saudi Vision 2030’s goals of building an advanced sports system based on innovation and sustainability.

The collaboration’s first project focuses on developing advanced AI algorithms to analyze historical FIFA World Cup broadcast footage, transforming decades of match videos into structured, searchable data, according to the KAUST website.

This work opens new opportunities to apply state-of-the-art computer vision techniques and deepen understanding of how football has evolved over time.

The second project uses player and ball tracking data from the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar and the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 in Australia and New Zealand to compile comprehensive datasets capturing in-game dynamics.

These datasets provide deeper insights into human movement, playing techniques and performance dynamics through AI-driven analysis.