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Saudi Arabia could have its first #MissUniverse contestant this year, organisers said this week, after a fashion model and influencer claimed she had been selected ... Show more
#SPOTLIGHT : 8 years since its launch, #SaudiVision2030 is already well ahead of schedule.
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#SPOTLIGHT : From efficiency and economic performance to cybersecurity, #SaudiVision2030 is making #SaudiArabia a desirable place to do business.
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Lionel Messi wins this honour, Cristiano Ronaldo gets rejected: Bayern Munich’s star footballer, Jamal Musiala, has shared his thoughts on the ultimate Cristiano ...
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Saudi Capital to Cut Population Goal as City Reviews Strategy: Saudi Arabia’s capital is set to pull back on its target to double its population by 2030 as it ...
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First Saudi-penned opera opens in Riyadh: Once unthinkable, the pioneering production marks the latest cultural expansion in the desert kingdom.
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Vision 2030: 87% of initiatives on track or completed: Vision 2030: 87% of initiatives on track or completed
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642408
Makkah medical team saves Pakistani pilgrim after severe heart attack while performing Umrah
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642339
Two US law firms push into Saudi Arabia under new attorney rules: Two major U.S. law firms are opening offices in Saudi Arabia following a change last year in ...
reuters.com/legal/legalindustry/two-us-law-firms-push-into-saudi-arabia-under-new-attorney-rules-2024-04-25/
Saudi Arabia: Any visa holder can now perform Umrah: Pilgrims encouraged to utilise Nusuk app to obtain Umrah permit, adhere to ritual timings
gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-any-visa-holder-can-now-perform-umrah-1.102327567
Saudi Arabia sets deadline for Hajj registration: Applications depend on available places for upcoming pilgrimage
gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-sets-deadline-for-hajj-registration-1.1714122661367
Meituan looks to hire in Saudi Arabia, indicating food delivery expansion: Chinese food delivery giant Meituan is seeking to hire staff for at least eight ...
reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/meituan-looks-hire-saudi-arabia-indicating-food-delivery-expansion-2024-04-26/
Saudi King Salman leaves hospital after medical checks - state television: Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz left King Faisal Specialist Hospital after ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/saudi-king-salman-leaves-hospital-after-medical-checks-state-television-2024-04-24/
Saudi Arabia starting direct flights between Dammam and Najaf: Saudi Arabia starting direct flights between Dammam and Najaf
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642426
Sheikh Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, head of the Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque, praised King Salman and Crown Prince ... Show more
Through Aramco, Peak China courts Peak Oil: Exchanges between China and Arab states stretch back centuries along the ancient Silk Road. More recently ...
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Ukraine war: US secretly sends long-range missiles to help Kyiv: The weapons were part of a $300m ($240m) aid package that was approved by US President Joe Biden ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642390
Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
Argentina seeks arrest of Iranian minister over 1994 bombing: The request comes less than two weeks after a court in Argentina held Iran responsible for the 1994 ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642380
Quick Glance: Iran's President's Visit to Sri Lanka
- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi visited Sri Lanka on April 24, promising to strengthen ties with the South Asian country.
- Argentina requested the arrest of Iranian Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi for his alleged involvement in a 1994 attack on a Jewish community center in Buenos Aires.
- Sri Lanka and Iran are set to sign five agreements, including one related to a hydroelectric project.
- Iran's Interior Minister returned from Pakistan prematurely, signaling a setback for Iran as it faces consequences for its actions worldwide.
Saudi Arabia's King Salman leaves hospital following routine check up - TV: Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz has left King Faisal Specialist hospital in ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/saudi-arabias-king-salman-hospital-routine-check-up-tv-2024-04-24/
Citizens' benefit family has to pay back 22,600 euros to the job center for the pilgrimage trip
focus.de/finanzen/news/gericht-entscheidet-buergergeld-familie-muss-22-600-euro-fuer-pilger-reise-an-jobcenter-zurueckzahlen_id_259888853.html
S-Oil expects Q2 refining margins to remain steady then trend upward: South Korea's S-Oil forecast on Friday that second-quarter refining margins will be steady ...
reuters.com/business/energy/s-oil-says-q2-refining-margins-remain-steady-then-trend-upward-2024-04-26/
First batch of Iranian Umrah pilgrims arrives in Madinah after a hiatus of 9 years
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642295
Aramco, FIFA announce global partnership: RIYADH: Aramco on Thursday signed a four-year global partnership with football’s governing body, FIFA ...
arabnews.com/node/2499276/sport
Nearly 6m perform prayers at Prophet’s Mosque in 1 week: Over 280m pilgrims flocked to the holy site in 2023
gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/nearly-6m-perform-prayers-at-prophets-mosque-in-1-week-1.1714131791637
How Saudi Arabia's big and bold grand opera Zarqa Al Yamama echoes today's concerns
thenationalnews.com/arts-culture/music-stage/2024/04/26/saudi-arabia-grand-opera-zarqa-al-yamama-riyadh/
New York top court overturns former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein’s conviction
english.alarabiya.net/life-style/entertainment/2024/04/25/new-york-top-court-overturns-former-hollywood-producer-harvey-weinstein-s-conviction
Quick Glance: Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 Rape Conviction Overturned
- New York's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, disappointing those who celebrated historic gains during the #MeToo era.
- The ruling was based on legal technicalities and did not exonerate Weinstein's behavior, according to #MeToo advocates.
- Weinstein, convicted in Los Angeles for another rape, will face retrial in New York, despite remaining in prison.
- The court criticized the admission of uncharged sexual acts as evidence, deeming it an abuse of judicial discretion.
Saudi Arabia supports UNRWA's efforts for Palestinian refugees, urges donor commitment
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642416
Health Ministry reports 15 food poisoning cases linked to one establishment in Riyadh
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642420
Saudi Arabia closes April sukuk issuance at $1.97bn: RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has completed its riyal-denominated sukuk issuance for April at SR7.39 billion ($1 ...
arabnews.com/node/2498666/business-economy
Saudi Arabia’s business landscape witnessing dynamic shift as AI adoption rises: RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s business environment has witnessed a drastic shift in ...
arabnews.com/node/2499591/business-economy
Quick Glance: AI Revolutionizing Call Centers: TCS Insights
- The head of Tata Consultancy Services predicts chatbots will reduce the need for human call center agents significantly, revolutionizing the industry.
- TCS's generative AI projects have doubled in value to $900 million by March, highlighting the increasing demand for tech talent and the need for workforce training.
- Reports suggest that overall IT services growth is affected by global uncertainties like inflation, war, and elections, leading to a decline in spending and slower revenue growth for companies like TCS and Infosys.
- Infosys anticipates a modest 1-3% sales growth in the upcoming financial year due to customers delaying discretionary spending on new tech projects amidst the current economic climate.
Saudi Arabia: Mecca, Medina brace for downpours: Rainfall forecast to drench other areas in the kingdom until early May
gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-mecca-medina-brace-for-downpours-1.102309731
Second Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Saudi Arabia planned for Neom : DUBAI: Marriott International, Inc. announced on Thursday that it has signed an agreement with ...
arabnews.com/node/2499056/lifestyle
NCM study: Frequency of rainfall will increase throughout Saudi Arabia in future
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642312
At least 32 dead as flash floods sweep through half of Kenya: At least 32 people have been killed and two are missing after flash floods swept through almost ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642394
Saudi Arabia fastest-growing IT market in region, ICT spending to hit $37.5bn in 2024
arabnews.com/node/2498521/business-economy
Saudi father sends emotional letter to school after teachers mistakenly issue deceased son’s absence notice
gulftoday.ae/news/2024/04/25/saudi-father-sends-emotional-letter-to-school-after-teachers-mistakenly-issue
‘Miss AI’ is billed as a leap forward – but feels like a monumental step backwards
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/23/miss-ai-artificial-intelligence-models-gendered-beauty-norms
Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli war crimes in Gaza: RIYADH: Saudi Arabia condemned Israeli war crimes being committed in the Gaza Strip without deterrence ...
arabnews.com/node/2498146/saudi-arabia
Two Saudi hotels listed in Conde Nast’s Hot List of new openings from the last year
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‘To the Future’: Saudi Arabia Spends Big to Become an A.I. Superpower: The oil-rich kingdom is plowing money into glitzy events, computing power and artificial ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/25/technology/to-the-future-saudi-arabia-spends-big-to-become-an-ai-superpower.html
An Ethiopian Airlines flight that landed in Beirut with 'Tel Aviv' written on its side has upset Lebanese authorities, as the country is technically at war ... Show more
Tents appear in Gaza as Israel prepares Rafah offensive: Satellite images show two new tent encampments in southern Gaza as reports suggest Israel's ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642382
Quick Glance: Israeli Forces Ready to Conquer Rafah in Gaza, Awaiting Government Approval
- The Israel Defense Forces have completed all necessary preparations to capture the southernmost city of Rafah in the Gaza Strip and can initiate an operation once they receive government authorization, as stated by a senior Israeli defense official.
- This official informed Reuters that Israel is planning to take control of Rafah, considered the final Hamas stronghold in Gaza, evacuate Palestinian civilians from the area, and launch an assault against Hamas fighters.
- According to a spokesperson for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, Israel is progressing with a ground operation without specifying a timeline for the action.
- Various Israeli reports indicated that top Israeli security officials traveled to Egypt on Wednesday to coordinate the planned offensive in Rafah.
New Schengen visa rules for India, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/world/gulf/new-schengen-visa-rules-for-saudi-arabia-oman-bahrain-and-india
Ten dead as navy helicopters collide mid-air in Malaysia: Two Malaysian navy helicopters collided in mid-air as they flew in formation during a rehearsal for a ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642315
Quick Glance: Ten killed in collision of two Malaysian navy helicopters
- Ten people died on April 23 after two helicopters collided during a rehearsal for a Royal Malaysian Navy parade.
- The victims, seven men and three women, were all crew members aboard the aircraft.
- The helicopters, a Fennec M502-6 and a HOM M503-3, crashed during a flypast rehearsal.
- An investigation will determine the cause of the incident, and the navy's anniversary celebrations will be postponed.
#SPOTLIGHT : Resumption of movie screening in 2018 “marked a significant turning point for #Saudi filmmakers,” says Red Sea Film Festival CEO Mohammed Al-Turki as ... Show more
Riyadh to host Saudi-UK expo “GREAT FUTURES” in May: Riyadh will host the “GREAT FUTURES” trade exhibition on May 14 and 15
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642391
Cristiano Ronaldo betrayed by ex-Man Utd teammate: Cristiano Ronaldo's former Manchester United teammate Giuseppe Rossi said that he regards Lionel Messi as the ...
thenews.com.pk/latest/1181873-cristiano-ronaldo-betrayed-by-ex-man-utd-team-mate
Haiti's PM Ariel Henry resigns as transitional council is sworn in: A swathe of recent gang violence forced officials to move the ceremony from the National ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642397
Saudi Arabia’s King Salman leaves hospital after routine medical checks: JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia’s King Salman left King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research ...
arabnews.com/node/2498471/saudi-arabia
Saudi Arabia, Japan officials discuss investment ties: DUBAI: Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to Japan Dr. Ghazi Binzagr met with Nobuyori Kodaira ...
arabnews.com/node/2499076/saudi-arabia
Abuthnain: Saudi Arabia achieves 77% reconciliation in labor disputes: Deputy Minister of Human Resources and Social Development for Labor Dr ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642373
Saudi Arabia approves establishing Center for the Protection of Whistleblowers: This is in implementation of Article Four of the Law for the Protection of ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642372
Experts discussed Saudi Arabia’s latest efforts to combat human trafficking at an event in Riyadh on Wednesday.
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Lt. Gen. Al-Bassami: 28 Public Security units in Saudi Arabia to exchange information on human trafficking
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642406
#INTERVIEW : US will suspend strikes when #Houthis stop #RedSea attacks, says #USEnvoyYemen Tim Lenderking. Read the full interview https://arab.news/8srep
New US military aid package to Ukraine expected to be worth around $1 billion: In briefings to Congress in recent weeks, administration officials have indicated ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642348
Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Trump trial: Publisher says he suppressed negative news: A famous publisher outlined a secret plan he had with Donald Trump and his personal lawyer Michael Cohen ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642352
Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
- Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.
- Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.
- Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.
- Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
Saudi Arabia will add another 320,000 hotel rooms by 2030 as it targets peak tourism
gulfnews.com/business/tourism/saudi-arabia-will-add-another-320000-hotel-rooms-by-2030-as-it-targets-peak-tourism-1.1713942849183
Deputy tourism minister: Government fees in hospitality sector down 22% in 2024: Eng. Mahmoud Abdulhadi, deputy minister of tourism for destination enablement ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642374
Al-Ain seal Asian Champions League final berth despite Al-Hilal loss: Al-Ain advanced to the Asian Champions League final despite losing 2-1 to Saudi Arabia's ...
reuters.com/sports/soccer/al-ain-seal-asian-champions-league-final-berth-despite-al-hilal-loss-2024-04-23/
Quick Glance: Al-Ain Advances to Asian Champions League Final Despite Al-Hilal Loss
- Al-Ain advanced to the Asian Champions League final despite losing 2-1 to Al-Hilal in Riyadh, securing a place in the next month's decider.
- Despite Al-Hilal's victory, Al-Ain reduced the deficit early in the game and maintained the lead in the aggregate score.
- The result means Al-Ain will return to the final for the first time since 2016, when they lost to Jeonbuk Motors from South Korea.
- The final will be held on May 11 in either Japan or South Korea, with Al-Ain hosting the return leg two weeks later.
Australian police launch manhunt for Home and Away star Orpheus Pledger: Australian police are searching for Home and Away star Orpheus Pledger ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642368
L’Oréal Middle East launches women upskilling project in Saudi Arabia : DUBAI: As it celebrates its 25th anniversary, L’Oreal Middle East has signed an agreement ...
arabnews.com/node/2499066/saudi-arabia
TikTok CEO to fight US ban law: WASHINGTON: TikTok’s chief executive said on Wednesday that the company expects to win a legal challenge to block legislation ...
arabnews.com/node/2498746/media
Quick Glance: TikTok Ban Threat: ByteDance Prefers Closure Over Sale, Insiders Say
- ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, would prefer to shut down its loss-making app rather than sell it if all legal options to fight legislation to ban the platform from app stores in the US are exhausted, said four sources.
- TikTok accounts for a small share of ByteDance’s total revenues and daily active users, so the parent would rather have the app shut down in the US in a worst-case scenario than sell it to a potential American buyer, they said.
- ByteDance would not agree to sell one of its most valuable assets – its “secret source” – to rivals, said the four sources, referring to the TikTok algorithm.
- After facing challenges regarding bans, the short-form video app has encountered partial and attempted prohibitions in the US and other nations.
Saudi Arabia’s flynas to buy 30 widebody aircraft; confirms IPO: Airline CEO says flynas earned SAR 6.3 billion in 2023
gulfnews.com/business/aviation/saudi-arabias-flynas-to-buy-30-widebody-aircraft-confirms-ipo-1.102301135
Japan, Saudi Arabia invite public to design 70th anniversary celebratory logo: The Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called for applications to design a ...
arabnews.com/node/2499121/saudi-arabia
Three arrested over Channel migrant deaths: The men were detained on suspicion of facilitating illegal immigration and entering the UK illegally.
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642379
Modi: India’s prime minister eyeing a historic third term: A nationwide poll by India Today magazine last August showed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642350
Inaugural Umrah and Ziyarah Forum focuses on innovative ways to enhance pilgrim experience https://arab.news/wz3fs
The US is working to speed up the delivery of humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza, all of whom are at risk of malnutrition or famine ... Show more
Listen to the US or brace for escalation — the choice is Israel’s to make: Washington remains deeply anxious and more determined than ever to find an end to the ...
politico.eu/article/us-biden-israel-choice-escalation-hamas/
Saudi, US business ties set to reach new heights after high-level meeting: RIYADH: Trade relations between Saudi Arabia and the US are set to further prosper ...
arabnews.com/node/2498551/business-economy
#RussiaUkraineWar | US secretly shipped ATACMS to Ukraine: Report
Russia says Ukraine's access to ATACMS will not impact the conflict
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Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah Co. unveils its mixed-use commercial office and retail offering Zallal
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