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War, earthquakes, now a risk of cholera – Syria is posing some

DUBAI: After more than a decade of war, and a succession of devastating earthquakes just hours apart which killed thousands, Syrians are now facing yet another life-threatening crisis — this time an

February 15

Region

Environmental goals ambition marked 2022 as strategic turning point

Riyadh: A number of achievements that contributed to national environmental goals marked 2022 as a strategic turning point for the King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Development Authority.

February 15

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Loud noise reported in Iran’s southeastern city of Kerman – YJC agency

DUBAI: A loud unexplained noise was heard on Wednesday in the southeastern Iranian city of Kerman, the semi-official Young Journalists Club (YJC) news agency reported.”At noon today, a loud noise was

February 15

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Loud noise reported in Iran’s southeastern city of Kerman – YJC agency

DUBAI: A loud unexplained noise was heard on Wednesday in the southeastern Iranian city of Kerman, the semi-official Young Journalists Club (YJC) news agency reported. “At noon today, a loud noise

February 15

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Britain’s King Charles meets Turkey-Syria earthquake volunteers

LONDON: Britain’s King Charles met volunteers from the Turkish and Syrian diasporas in London on Tuesday to express his support after more than 37,000 people died and thousands left homeless by the

February 14

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Saudi authority launches campaign to preserve environment

RIYADH: The Imam Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Royal Reserve Development Authority launched a “This is your land” campaign on Feb. 13 to highlight the importance of protecting the environment from pollution

February 14

Region

Indian authorities raid BBC offices after Modi documentary

NEW DELHI: Indian tax authorities began searching the BBC’s offices in New Delhi and Mumbai on Tuesday, weeks after the government banned the British broadcaster’s documentary on Prime Minister

February 14

Region

Saudi Cabinet confirms Kingdom’s support for Turkey to overcome quake

RIYADH: The Saudi Cabinet reiterated on Tuesday the Kingdom’s support for Turkey to overcome the earthquake disaster.

February 14

Region

First UN team since quake crosses into rebel-held Syria

SARMADA: The first UN delegation to visit rebel-held northwestern Syria since last week’s earthquake crossed over from Turkiye Tuesday, an AFP correspondent reported, as anger simmers at the world

February 14

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A couple’s guide to spending a romantic Valentine’s Day in Saudi

RIYADH: Saudis are gearing up to celebrate their love on Valentine’s Day at some of the Kingdom’s most romantic destinations and restaurants. From the many highly in-demand locations in the country,

February 13

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‘Shooting star’ asteroid lights up sky over English Channel

LONDON: An asteroid that exploded over northern France early on Monday stunned onlookers after lighting up the night sky in a flash of pink. The one-meter-long asteroid, named Sar2667, burnt up in

February 13

Region

IMF chief says markets have good reasons to be more upbeat on economy

DUBAI: The head of the International Monetary Fund said on Monday that financial markets have good reason to be more upbeat, pointing to the US economy likely avoiding recession and China’s reopening

February 13

Region

Rohingya community in India raises funds for Turkiye-Syria earthquake

NEW DELHI : When Amina Khatoon saw a news clip of a woman and her children stuck beneath the rubble following the devastating earthquake that hit Syria and Turkiye last week, she was instantly

February 13

Region

UAE In-Focus — Abu Dhabi’s ADNOC Drilling net profit rises 33% in

RIYADH: Abu Dhabi’s ADNOC Drilling reported a rise of 33 percent in 2022 net profit, largely driven by new rigs entering its operational fleet. The company’s net profit for 2022 was $802 million, up

February 13

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Post-quake environment could fuel anti-immigrant sentiment in Turkiye

ANKARA: As rescue efforts continue following the devastating earthquake on Monday, the death toll in Turkiye and Syria combined has surpassed 28,000, and is likely to increase. Among those rescued

February 12

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Saudi commission holds ‘The Future of Design’ virtual meeting

RIYADH: The Architecture and Design Commission held a virtual meeting titled “The Future of Design” with enthusiasts, specialists and practitioners in the design sector. The meeting aimed to promote

February 12

Region

Saudi Arabia sends first female astronaut to join International Space

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia on Sunday said it is sending the kingdom’s first female astronaut and a male astronaut to the International Space Station (ISS) during the second quarter of 2023. Astronauts

February 12

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Turkiye-Syria quake deaths pass 28,000, UN warns toll to double

KAHRAMANMARAS: Rescuers on Sunday pulled a seven-month-old baby and a teenage girl from the rubble nearly a week after a powerful earthquake devastated huge areas of Turkiye and Syria, killing more

February 12

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Real estate markets in KSA and Dubai poised for positive growth in

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s real estate market is up for positive growth in 2023, with the post-pandemic recovery of the tourism sector being the key indicator within the hospitality sector, revealed the

February 12

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Death and devastation in Turkey’s Hatay province underscore the

ANKARA: Baris Yapar managed to escape his building when the first massive earthquake struck southeast Turkiye in the early hours of Monday. His grandparents were living just a short distance away,

February 12

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Healy, Gardner star as Australia thrash New Zealand at World Cup

PAARL, South Africa: Australia opened the defense of their Women’s T20 World Cup title with a crushing 97-run win over New Zealand at Boland Park in Paarl on Saturday, but captain Meg Lanning said

February 12

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Political obstacles slowing aid to Syrian quake victims: Relief chief

CHICAGO: Political obstacles, mainly from Damascus, are slowing humanitarian relief efforts in the wake of Monday’s devastating earthquake in northern Syria, the head of a major aid organization said

February 11

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WHO chief arrives in Syria’s quake-hit Aleppo: state media

ALEPPO: World Health Organization chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrived on Saturday in Syria’s quake-stricken city of Aleppo, state media reported. Tedros “arrived at Aleppo airport to tour some

February 11

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UK firefighters rescue trapped mother in Turkiye, reunite her with

LONDON: London firefighters have rescued a mother who was trapped under a collapsed building in Turkiye for four days and reunited her with her new-born daughter. Footage circulating on social media

February 11

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Saudi Arabia’s KAUST forges new partnerships, showcases smart

RIYADH: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology participated in the second edition of LEAP 2023 in Riyadh, a global platform for future technologies where pioneering technology

February 11

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Saudi ambassador holds reception to celebrate World Interfaith

PARIS: Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to France Fahad bin Maayouf Al-Ruwaily held a reception to celebrate World Interfaith Harmony Week and International Day of Human Fraternity. In his speech,

February 10

Region

‘Moon Knight’ star May Calamawy to attend Middle East Film & Comic

DUBAI: “Moon Knight” star May Calamawy, who is of Egyptian and Palestinian descent, has been announced as a celebrity guest for this year’s Middle East Film and Comic Con, taking place from March 3-5

February 10

Region

PIF announces completion of second green bond issuances totaling

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has raised $5.5 billion through its second green bond issuance, it has announced. The sovereign wealth fund will use the money to finance its sustainable

February 10

Region

Tech giant showcases solutions for Kingdom’s digital transformation

Riyadh: Chinese tech giant Huawei highlighted tech applications designed to meet the needs of various sectors in the Kingdom, including government, at the LEAP 2023 global conference. The company’s

February 10

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Barcelona mayor brands Israel apartheid state, cuts ties

MADRID: The mayor of Barcelona has severed her city’s official ties with Israel, accusing the country of “the crime of apartheid against the Palestinian people.” The decision by Mayor Ada Colau has

February 10