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Leaders
3 days ago
- Business
- Leaders
CST, Aramco Digital Launch AI-Powered Crowd Management Trial at Holy Sites
With support from the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST), Aramco Digital has successfully conducted a trial of an AI-powered crowd management system at the Holy Sites. Enabled through a license for the National Specialized Communications Network, the trial aimed to enhance operational efficiency and safety during peak pilgrimage periods. The initiative was carried out in partnership with the High Commission for Industrial Security (HCIS), the Saudi Water Authority, and Saudi Arabia Railways. CST Key figures attended the trial, including CST Acting Governor Eng. Haytham AlOhali, Aramco Digital CEO Eng. Nabil Al-Nuaim, HCIS Assistant Governor Eng. Ibrahim Al Abu Issa, and Aramco Connect President Eng. Eid AlHarbi. Aramco Digital Board Chairman Eng. Ahmad Al-Khowaiter joined the event virtually from Dhahran. According to CST, the system enables real-time voice and video communication among operational teams during the Hajj season, ensuring consistent, high-quality services for pilgrims. The trial also demonstrated secure, high-performance connectivity with instant responsiveness, unaffected by network congestion. A key highlight was the use of edge artificial intelligence (Edge AI) for real-time crowd analytics. By processing video and image data at the edge, the system allowed for immediate decision-making and reduced network load, significantly improving overall operational responsiveness. The trial operated on a dedicated wireless communication network in the 450 MHz frequency band, licensed to Aramco Digital in October 2024. This initiative underscores CST's commitment to leveraging digital infrastructure to support critical sectors during Hajj. It also exemplifies the strength of public-private collaboration in enhancing safety, efficiency, and the overall experience for pilgrims. Related Topics : Saudi Arabia Gives Green Light to Licensed Companies to Export Flour Saudi Paper Manufacturing Company Signs €24.9M Deal with ABC Bank Crown Prince Announces 'Al-Alat Company Launch Saudi Arabia plans to Supply enough amount of Durum Wheat Saudi Pavilion Secures New York Architectural Design Awards at Expo Osaka 2025 Short link : Post Views: 16
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Teenage boy hurt in racially aggravated assault
A teenage boy has been injured in an racially aggravated assault at a London Underground station, police have said. British Transport Police (BTP) were called to Hampstead Tube station on Monday evening, following a report of an assault and robbery. The victim was taken to hospital with minor injuries and was discharged later, BTP said. The force has confirmed it is investigating the incident as racially motivated and has appealed for information. A Jewish security charity, Shomrim neighbourhood watch, posted on social media the day after the incident that "three Jewish boys were threatened with a knife by six or seven suspects". Community Security Trust (CST), a charity with the remit of "protecting British Jews from terrorism and antisemitism", said in a statement: "We are aware of the appalling racist assault on a group of Jewish boys that took place at Hampstead Station on 26 May. "CST is in contact with one of the victims' families and is providing them with support. "CST is also in contact with the British Transport Police and Transport for London as the investigation continues. "We urge anyone who witnessed the incident or has any relevant information to contact the police or CST as soon as possible." Listen to the best of BBC Radio London on Sounds and follow BBC London on Facebook, X and Instagram. Send your story ideas to British Transport Police
Herald Malaysia
3 days ago
- General
- Herald Malaysia
Catholic Social Teaching is for everyone
The modern tradition of Catholic Social Teaching (CST) — the toolbox of principles the Church calls us to draw upon to build the just social order — was instigated by Pope Leo XIII (1878-1903). We now have a new pope, Leo XIV, who is reminding us of this corpus of teaching as a resource as the world May 30, 2025 Pope Leo XIII is depicted in this official Vatican portrait. He laid the foundation for modern Catholic social teaching with his landmark 1891 encyclical "Rerum Novarum," addressing the rights and dignity of workers in the face of industrialization. (OSV News photo/Library of Congress) By Jason AdkinsThe modern tradition of Catholic Social Teaching (CST) — the toolbox of principles the Church calls us to draw upon to build the just social order — was instigated by Pope Leo XIII (1878-1903). We now have a new pope, Leo XIV, who is reminding us of this corpus of teaching as a resource as the world is torn by war and faces the challenge of a new digital industrial revolution. This Catholic Social Teaching tradition, however, is not just for Catholics. It can be studied and applied by all people of goodwill because it is a true philosophy of society, rooted in principles such as the common good, the dignity of the human person, subsidiarity and solidarity. Catholic Social Teaching transcends the normal political binaries. This great tradition is effective in bringing together people of all backgrounds to tackle difficult social problems, and how it does so was the subject of a recent Catholic in America podcast (May 19) with internationally renowned economist Jeffrey Sachs. A gift to the world Sachs, who is Jewish, is a Harvard-trained economist and member of the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences who has advised two popes (John Paul II and Francis) in the development of papal social encyclicals. He sees in Catholic social teaching a great gift of the Church to the world, and he thinks Catholics should not be sheepish about proposing CST principles to shape public life — not because they are the teachings of a religious community, but because they are true. Pope Francis sought out Sachs because of his work on sustainable development as the former was drafting his encyclical Laudato Si' (On the Care of Our Common Home), which was published ten years ago. The Holy See gathered experts from a variety of disciplines to consider what it means to steward creation while also respecting the human person. In a world that pits humans against the environment, how can the church point the way forward? The great gift of Laudato Si' was to apply the principles of Catholic social teaching to the problem of creation care. The result was the concept of integral ecology, which does justice to both persons and the environment, because everything is connected. Sachs and I discussed how both the words economics and ecology, have the same Greek root word, oikos, which means household. Hence the English title of the encyclical calling us to steward our common home. Economics should put first the well-being of the family and the household. The political community is a family of families, and economic life should promote distribution and social justice, as well as the common good. But while providing for human needs and managing scarce economic resources, we must also work together to promote environmental stewardship and care for our common home. That's a responsibility that transcends every household, community, and nation. Laudato Si' was addressed not just to Catholics, but all people of goodwill, and ten years later it continues to shape the thinking of people from all different backgrounds about how to properly care for creation. Pope Leo XIV's call Although Sachs and I recorded our conversation before Pope Leo XIV's election, the latter is again rekindling interest in Catholic Social Teaching. In his May 16 address to the papal diplomatic corps, Pope Leo XIV stressed that we are called to pursue peace, especially eliminating the violence and destruction that comes from conflict and war. But to achieve peace, he said, we must act justly, and doing so requires knowing the truth. He stated: 'It is the responsibility of government leaders to work to build harmonious and peaceful civil societies. This can be achieved above all by investing in the family, founded upon the stable union between a man and a woman, a small but genuine society, and prior to all civil society. In addition, no one is exempted from striving to ensure respect for the dignity of every person, especially the most frail and vulnerable, from the unborn to the elderly, from the sick to the unemployed, citizens and immigrants alike.' Like Francis, Pope Leo XIV is articulating Catholic Social Teaching's rich philosophy of a just social order built on the oikos of family life and the dignity of every human person. In a world hungry for a way to break out of the false binaries of politics, the principles of Catholic social teaching provide real hope. We need not hide this gift under a bushel but instead, as non-Catholics such as Sachs exhort us, we should bring it confidently into every corner of social life.--OSV (Jason Adkins is host of the new Our Sunday Visitor podcast called 'Catholic in America,' which explores topics related to the missionary imperative of faithful citizenship in our time.)
Hindustan Times
26-05-2025
- Climate
- Hindustan Times
Rain disrupts train services in Pune, passengers face delays
Incessant rainfall over the past few days has disrupted train operations across the Pune railway division, causing significant delays and leaving hundreds of passengers stranded. The persistent showers have affected the train timetable and raised concerns about the railway's infrastructure and preparedness for adverse weather conditions. One of Sunday's worst-hit services was the Pune–Nagpur AC Special (Train No. 01439), which was delayed by more than four hours. Passengers reported being stuck en route without prior updates or assistance. Many took to social media and contacted railway helplines to demand immediate intervention. Kalpesh Wani, a passenger onboard, said, 'Train No. 01439 Pune–Nagpur AC Special has been stranded at one place for over 1.5 hours now. The train was already delayed by two hours when we started. There's no communication from the authorities. We are requesting urgent intervention to resolve the issue.' Another commuter, Siddharth Rajput, travelling on the Pune–Danapur train (Train No. 01481), expressed frustration over what he described as negligence toward special trains. 'My train is delayed by six hours. While other trains pass us and stay on schedule, this 'special' train seems special only in the delay. Is this how you treat passengers who depend on these services?' he said. In addition to long-distance trains, regular services over the weekend were also hit by the rain. The CST–Pune Deccan Express, scheduled to depart at 7 am from Mumbai, was rescheduled to 8 am on Sunday, causing inconvenience to daily commuters and office-goers. Meanwhile, the Azad Hind Express (12129), which was scheduled to depart Pune at 6:35 pm on May 25, has now been rescheduled to 12:10 AM on May 26. The delay, railway officials stated, is due to the late running of the incoming pairing rake. A statement from the division noted, 'Inconvenience caused is deeply regretted.' Kushal Das, a passenger scheduled to travel on the Azad Hind Express (12129) from Pune to Howrah, expressed his disappointment over the sudden rescheduling late into the night. 'I had planned my journey well in advance, with connecting travel and hotel bookings at my destination. The train was supposed to leave at 6:35 pm, but now it's been pushed to 12:10 am. This kind of mismanagement is unacceptable, especially for long-distance trains where people are travelling with families or for urgent work,' he said.
CairoScene
23-05-2025
- Business
- CairoScene
Pilgrims Can Now Activate eSIM Cards Upon Arrival in Saudi Arabia
Pilgrims arriving in the Kingdom can activate eSIMs instantly through local telecom apps, bypassing in-person service centres. Pilgrims visiting Saudi Arabia for Hajj and Umrah can now digitally activate eSIM cards upon arrival, thanks to a new initiative launched by the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST), the Ministry of Interior (MoI), and licensed telecom providers. The system allows pilgrims to request eSIMs from local operators and verify their identity using biometric data through the Absher platform, enabling activation without the need to visit a store or wait until reaching their accommodation. The move aims to simplify access to mobile services, ensuring pilgrims are connected from the moment they enter the Kingdom. It forms part of CST's wider strategy to enhance digital services for pilgrims in line with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.
