Middle East, Saudi Arabia
January 14, 2025
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New study documents reptile species in King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve 

RIYADH: A groundbreaking scientific study has unveiled the first detailed list of reptile species in the King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve in Saudi Arabia, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday. Conducted by the reserve’s development authority, the study was published in the Amphibian & Reptiles Conservation journal. Researchers identified 31 species — 25 lizards and […]

Middle East, Saudi Arabia
January 14, 2025
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Gulf Print and Pack expo debuts in Saudi Arabia

RIYADH: Gulf Print and Pack 2025 debuted in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, highlighting the latest technologies, innovations and sustainable solutions from over 150 exhibitors. The event is poised to play a pivotal role in advancing the region’s printing and packaging industries while aligning with Saudi Vision 2030 goals.RIYADH: Gulf Print and Pack 2025 debuted in […]

Middle East, Saudi Arabia
January 14, 2025
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Cultural convergence: Saudi artist, US jazz legend unite in an evening of musical exchange

RIYADH: In an evening of musical and cultural exchange, Saudi artist Ahmed Mater hosted an American delegation of musicians featuring jazz legend Herbie Hancock, Manhattan Transfer singer Janis Siegel, and local Saudi artists in his studio in JAX on Monday. “One of the most important aspects of this visit was the arts. The arts intersect […]

Middle East, Saudi Arabia
January 14, 2025
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Saudi representative at Arab League receives Arab Parliament speaker in Cairo

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s permanent representative to the Arab League, Ambassador Abdulaziz bin Abdullah Al-Matar, received the speaker of the Arab Parliament, Mohammed Ahmed Al-Yamahi, at the delegation’s headquarters in Cairo on Tuesday. During the meeting, they reviewed existing parliamentary cooperation between the Kingdom and the Arab Parliament. They also discussed ways to enhance joint Arab […]

Middle East, Saudi Arabia
January 14, 2025
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KSA welcomes record 18.5m pilgrims in 2024

JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq Al-Rabiah announced that more than 18.5 million pilgrims visited Makkah and Madinah in 2024. This includes 16,924,689 Umrah performers and 1,611,310 Hajj pilgrims. The minister revealed the record-breaking figures at the fourth Hajj and Umrah Services Conference and Exhibition in Jeddah, which runs until Jan. 16.JEDDAH: […]

Middle East
January 12, 2025
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Druse Leader Aims to Secure Place for Syrian Minorities

Despite assurances from the rebels-turned-leaders, members of some religious groups worry what life will be like for them in a post-Assad Syria.Despite assurances from the rebels-turned-leaders, members of some religious groups worry what life will be like for them in a post-Assad Syria. 

Middle East
January 10, 2025
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ISIS Says It Inspired New Orleans Attack, but Doesn’t Claim Responsibility

The attacker who killed 14 pedestrians on Bourbon Street was “influenced by the discourse and messaging of the Islamic State,” the terrorist group said in a bulletin dated Thursday.The attacker who killed 14 pedestrians on Bourbon Street was “influenced by the discourse and messaging of the Islamic State,” the terrorist group said in a bulletin dated Thursday. 

Middle East, Politics, Saudi Arabia
January 10, 2025
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Saudi envoy to US outlines efforts to maintain safety of Saudi citizens amid LA wildfires

LOS ANGELES: Saudi ambassador to the US, Princess Reema bint Bandar, reaffirmed on Thursday the embassy’s commitment to the safety and security of Saudi citizens in Los Angeles and surrounding areas impacted by wildfires, the Saudi Press Agency reported. In a statement, Princess Reema emphasized that the embassy and the consulate general were working tirelessly to […]

Middle East
January 10, 2025
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Effectively Banned by the Regime, a Syrian Film Resurfaces

“Stars in Broad Daylight,” with a domineering character who strongly resembles Hafez al-Assad, had one official showing in Damascus. Now it’s been restored.“Stars in Broad Daylight,” with a domineering character who strongly resembles Hafez al-Assad, had one official showing in Damascus. Now it’s been restored.