Saudi King and Crown Prince Condole Kuwait
In a heartfelt gesture of solidarity, Saudi Arabia’s King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed their deepest condolences to the Emir of Kuwait on Monday following the passing of Sheikh More »
Putin and Abbas Discuss Gaza Crisis
Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to meet with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Tuesday during Abbas’ visit to Russia. Arriving on Monday, Abbas aims to discuss the ongoing Gaza conflict with More »
Saudi Arabia Voices Strong Support for Gaza Peace Initiatives
Saudi Arabia has firmly aligned itself with the recent joint statement made by President Joe Biden of the United States, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt, and Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, More »
Saudi Crown Prince, US Secretary of Defense discuss troop deployment
:: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call on Wednesday from the US Secretary of Defense during which they discussed ongoing arrangements to send US troops of a More »
Saudi Energy Minister confirms restoration of Kingdom’s gas production capacity
:: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Energy confirmed on Wednesday the restoration of production capacity, affirming the Kingdom’s position as a reliable energy supplier in the global market. The energy minister, Prince Abdulaziz More »
Fire breaks out in 15-story Makkah hotel, 600 pilgrims evacuated
:: Six hundred Turkish and Yemeni pilgrims survived a fire that broke out in a hotel in Makkah’s Al-Aziziyah neighborhood after they were evacuated by emergency response teams, Saudi state news agency SPA reported Monday. Official spokesman for the General
US to halt issuance of non-immigrant visas in Russia
:: The US embassy in Russia said on Monday that it will suspend all non-immigrant visa operations across the country for nine days starting Wednesday due to the Russian government-imposed cap on US diplomatic personnel in Russia. “All non-immigrant visa
Over 120,000 illegal pilgrims turned back from Makkah
:: Security forces turned back more than 120,000 people who were headed to Makkah without a Hajj permit, and seized 61,600 vehicles, as of Aug. 17. Hajj security forces said they will step up operations with new security and traffic
Nepal to hold Federal and Provincial Elections in November
:: With the approaching constitutional deadline over completing the remaining two tier of election, the Nepal Government has written to the electoral body to make preparations for holding the federal and provincial election on November 26. The decision was made
Australian cyclist Perkins gets Russian passport
:: Australia-born track cyclist Shane Perkins, a 2012 Olympic bronze medallist, has received a Russian passport, his coach Vladimir Khozov said on Monday. The 30-year-old announced in February that the Russian Cycling Federation (RCF) offered him an opportunity of qualifying
New WhatsApp version for iOS comes with bug fixes
:: WhatsApp has released a new version for iOS devices that has an improved Chat Search feature along with bug fixes. Available for download via the App Store, the new version ‘2.17.50’ would be available for group chats as well,
Japan preparing for ‘cyberspace war’:North Korea
:: North Korea has accused Japan of building a cyberspace attack force in its military for attacking the computer systems of rival countries, under the pretext of self-defense. The Japanese Defense Ministry is planning to boost the size and capability
Facebook community rescues woman from swimming pool
:: A US woman stuck in a swimming pool was rescued by a Facebook group after she asked for help on the social media platform last week. According to a New York Daily News report, the 61-year-old Leslie Kahn was
Lebanese president signs public sector pay rise and tax hike laws
:: Lebanese President Michel Aoun signed off on public sector wage increases and related tax hikes on Monday, the national news agency NNA said. Aoun had held off ratifying the two laws since parliament approved them last month, amid concerns
Know the 7 products that Saudi Arabia has banned from exporting
:: Zamzam water is among seven products that are prohibited from being exported from Saudi Arabia reported an article from Al Watan Online. The Saudi Exports Development Authority has asked project and company owners to be aware of seven products
Capital Market Authority expands Goldman Sachs license in Saudi Arabia
:: Saudi Arabia’s financial regulator, Capital Market Authority (CMA), has approved the request by Goldman Sachs to amend its business profile by adding “dealing as Principle, an Agent, an Underwriter, Custody.” A statement issued by CMA on Sunday said: “The
Dubai’s biggest theme park to launch ‘Hunger Games’ attractions
:: Dubai’s biggest theme park is about to roll out a series of attractions inspired by “The Hunger Games” films, as it aims to boost visitor numbers and stem losses. Dubai Parks and Resorts said its new Lionsgate zone would
‘Hitman’ bumps off ‘Logan’ to claim box-office lead
:: Two new movies — “The Hitman’s Bodyguard” and “Logan Lucky” — soared to the top three in North American theaters this weekend, with “Logan” scoring well with critics, but “Hitman” far luckier in ticket sales. Lionsgate’s “Hitman” pulled in
Millions in US get set for rare total solar eclipse
:: Skygazers across the United States awoke in excited anticipation Monday of witnessing the Sun briefly disappear, with the first total solar eclipse in 99 years to cast a shadow on the entire continent just hours away. Millions of travelers
Legendary US comedian and filmmaker Jerry Lewis dies at 91
:: Jerry Lewis, the American comedian and filmmaker who became a defining figure of American entertainment in the 20th century, died on Sunday morning at his home in Las Vegas at the age of 91, the New York Times has
Roles are hard for me to get: Robert Pattinson
:: Actor Robert Pattinson says he is not as big as Leonardo DiCaprio in Hollywood, and it is difficult for him to get roles. In an interview on “CBS Sunday Morning” show, the “Twilight” actor also confessed that his movies
Is the EU getting ready to back General Haftar in Libya?
By : Dr.Azeem Ibrahim :: There are two centers of power in Libya: the UN-backed Government of National Accord in the west in Tripoli, which has little power and not much in the way of resources for the long-haul; and
Unraveling Qatar’s conspiracy against Bahrain
By : Mohammed Al-Hammadi :: Many, including United States Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and some western governments and human rights organizations, have recently understood why Qatar has been screaming amid this crisis and talking about its sovereignty, while accusing
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