AlUla Dates Auction Continues, Farmers Vie for Top Prizes

The event offers AlUla farmers a platform to showcase their dates to buyers and investors from both domestic and international markets - SPA
The event offers AlUla farmers a platform to showcase their dates to buyers and investors from both domestic and international markets - SPA
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AlUla Dates Auction Continues, Farmers Vie for Top Prizes

The event offers AlUla farmers a platform to showcase their dates to buyers and investors from both domestic and international markets - SPA
The event offers AlUla farmers a platform to showcase their dates to buyers and investors from both domestic and international markets - SPA

AlUla dates auction is in its second week, showcasing the region's finest date products. Organized by the Royal Commission for AlUla in partnership with various public and private entities, the auction will continue until November 9, AFP reported.
The event offers AlUla farmers a platform to showcase their dates to buyers and investors from both domestic and international markets.

By fostering competition, the auction aims to elevate the reputation of AlUla dates globally, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030 goal of becoming the world's largest date exporter.
At the conclusion of the auction, a prestigious award will be presented to participating farmers. The award will recognize the top three sellers based on sales quantity and value. The first, second, and third place winners will receive SAR75,000, SAR50,000, and SAR30,000, respectively.



UK's Princess Kate Visits Hospital Where She Had Cancer Treatment

 Catherine, Princess of Wales talks with Katherine Field as she visits The Royal Marsden Hospital on January 14, 2025 in London, Britain. Chris Jackson/Pool via REUTERS
Catherine, Princess of Wales talks with Katherine Field as she visits The Royal Marsden Hospital on January 14, 2025 in London, Britain. Chris Jackson/Pool via REUTERS
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UK's Princess Kate Visits Hospital Where She Had Cancer Treatment

 Catherine, Princess of Wales talks with Katherine Field as she visits The Royal Marsden Hospital on January 14, 2025 in London, Britain. Chris Jackson/Pool via REUTERS
Catherine, Princess of Wales talks with Katherine Field as she visits The Royal Marsden Hospital on January 14, 2025 in London, Britain. Chris Jackson/Pool via REUTERS

Kate, Britain's Princess of Wales, visited a London hospital on Tuesday where she underwent cancer treatment last year to personally thank medics there for their care and support, her office said.

Kate, 43, underwent a course of preventative chemotherapy after major abdominal surgery a year ago revealed the presence of cancer.

For the treatment, which concluded in September, Kate attended the Royal Marsden Hospital in central London and on Tuesday she paid an official visit there to mark her becoming joint patron of its specialist cancer unit along with her husband Prince William, Reuters reported.

On her visit she met patients and staff and spoke of her own treatment. A royal source said Kate had wanted to show her gratitude to the hospital staff and highlight its work.

"We are incredibly fortunate to receive Royal Patronage – it is inspiring for staff and patients and enables us to shine a light on the outstanding work our staff deliver every day for patients and their families," said Cally Palmer, Chief Executive of The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust.

Kate's illness meant she was absent from royal duties for most of last year, although she gave a number of health updates in highly personal video messages.