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Iran is not alone. No diplomatic immunity also in UK, Supreme Court rules
The UK Supreme Court says a Saudi diplomat accused of exploiting a Filipina worker is not protected.
Apple launches Lockdown Mode to block spyware attacks on at-risk users
Apple: The new feature will be available in the autumn and comes after its devices were successfully targeted. We recommend not to trust Apple. Protecting users was never their priority, and their OS is not secure even now, so many years...
How TikTok is fuelling dreams of wealth in the Arab world
Mohamed Ghadour spends four hours every day on his mobile creating new TikTok videos. He says the return is very rewarding, earning him a monthly income between $1,000 (£840) and $3,000 (£2,520).
WHO revises gender manual
The global health body is updating its training materials to reflect “conceptual progress” on gender continuum
Over 49,000 pilgrims received medical treatment services
The Ministry of Health has provided medical and treatment services for (49,439) pilgrims from Dhu Al-Qa’dah 1st until Tuesday, through hospitals and health centers in Makkah, Arafat, Muzdalifah, Madinah, Jeddah and Taif.
Elon Musk fathered twins with one of his executives last year
Musk’s nine children include pair born to Shivon Zilis, who works at his artificial intelligence company
Thailand's FM hails first Saudi trade delegation to Bangkok
Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Don Pramudwinai expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the Riyadh Chamber for organizing the largest and first Saudi trade delegation to Thailand.
Three contested Michael Jackson songs removed from streaming services
Three Michael Jackson songs have been removed from streaming services, following persistent claims they feature faked vocals.
Commerce Ministry officials inspect 12,338 commercial stores during Hajj season
The supervisory teams from the Ministry of Commerce are carrying out inspection tours covering commercial establishments and sales outlets in the regions of Makkah and Madinah and the Holy Sites in order to ensure stocks of products and ...
Garden picnic ideas: 11 ways to enjoy a laid-back dining experience outdoors
These garden picnic ideas will help you make the most of good weather and throw a memorable meal outdoors
Attorney General: Sectarian slogans forbidden in Hajj
Saudi Arabia’s Attorney General Sheikh Saud Al-Muajab emphasized on Wednesday that Hajj is a religious duty of Muslims and it is forbidden to raise sectarian and political slogans during Hajj.
2030 development agenda ‘fails’ on racial equality and non-discrimination
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are characterized by a “shallow commitment” to racial justice and equality, an independent UN-appointed rights expert told the UN Human Rights Counc...
Pilgrims to receive bottled Zamzam water using high-tech
The General Administration of the King Abdullah Project for Zamzam water geared up work levels at its distribution outlets in Kuddi neighborhood, Makkah, reaching the maximum production capacity of the project to 200,000 bottles per day.
Bachelet calls for impartial, ‘transparent investigation’ into Uzbekistan protest deaths
The UN human rights chief called on Tuesday for a prompt, impartial and “transparent investigation” into the deaths of at least 18 people during clashes at protests in the Uzbek region of Karakalpakstan last Friday.
Ministry receives 185 pilgrims from Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Guest Program
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah received 185 pilgrims from the program of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Guest Program for Hajj and Umrah, who arrived at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah.
Rocco Morabito: Fugitive mobster handed over to Italy
One of Italy's most wanted men, mobster Rocco Morabito, has arrived in Rome after being extradited from Brazil, where he had been in hiding.
Pilgrims perform Tawaf Al-Qudum before moving into Mina as Hajj to begin Thursday
A large number of Hajj pilgrims performed on Wednesday the ritual of Tawaf Al-Qudum (Tawaf of Arrival), before their moving into Mina on the Day of Tarwiyah, Thursday, which is the first day of the annual pilgrimage of Hajj.
British Airways cancels 1,500 more flights
British Airways has cancelled a further 1,500 flights, mostly for July.
Presidency provides 250 misting fans in the Grand Mosque
The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques has provided 250 misting fans to cool the air in the Grand Mosque and its courtyards, so that the pilgrims can perform their rituals with ease and comfort.
Core Scientific sold $167M worth of Bitcoin holdings in June
United States-based cryptocurrency mining firm Core Scientific sold more than 7,000 Bitcoin (BTC) in June to pay for servers, increase its data capacity and settle debts.
Air Forces support public security by using helicopters to organize and monitor movement of pilgrims
The Royal Saudi Air Forces (RSAF) have completed its preparations to participate in this year's Hajj season, where its tasks are to manage the airspace of the holy sites, in addition to supporting the public security and other relevant g...
George Soros reveals plan to save US democracy
The US Supreme Court and Donald Trump’s Republican Party represent a greater threat to the US than Russia and China and must be defeated by any means necessary, Democrat mega-donor George Soros said in an op-ed published on the Fourth of...
King Salman receives written message from Bahraini King
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman received on Wednesday a written message from Bahraini King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.
Muhammad tops boys’ name rankings in UK
Muhammad is the most popular baby name for boys in the UK this year, a list compiled by online media company BabyCentre has revealed.
NCM forecast: Thunderstorms in some Saudi regions until Saturday
The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) has stated some regions of Saudi Arabia are expected to experience thunderstorms from Wednesday to Saturday.
Saudi Arabia participates in UN sustainable development goals forum
Saudi Arabia on Tuesday took part in the High Level Political Forum (HLPF) 2022, which is concerned with the sustainable development goals and working to accelerate their progress.
Crown Prince stresses the need to tackle price rise
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Council of Economic and Development Affairs, has chaired the Council's meeting held at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah.
Arab hip-hop culture takes center stage at BeatRoots in Riyadh
The Saudi hip-hop music scene was in the spotlight at the weekend when local talent took to the stage in Riyadh at BeatRoots, a special music event that took place on Friday at AlMashtal Creative Space, in collaboration with Bahraini rec...
300 disabled people to perform Hajj under national initiative
As many as 300 persons with disabilities arrived at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah to perform Hajj this year, as part of a national initiative launched by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah for the second year in a row.
British pilgrim completes 6,500km walk from the UK to Saudi Arabia for Hajj
British pilgrim Adam Mohammed has fulfilled his dream of traveling to Makkah on foot to perform the Hajj.
Rocco Morabito: Fugitive mobster handed over to Italy
One of Italy's most wanted men, mobster Rocco Morabito, has arrived in Rome after being extradited from Brazil, where he had been in hiding.
6 dead as twin bomb blasts destroy Yemen arms depot
At least six people were killed and more than 30 injured on Tuesday when two massive explosions destroyed an arms warehouse in the southern Yemen province of Abyan.
IMC contributes to Jeddah Season's success with largest medical care project
A new success added to its track record in community partnership projects
Oil may collapse to $65 by end of 2022 if recession hits, warns Citigroup
Crude oil may drop to $65 a barrel by the end of this year and could sink to $45 a barrel by the end of 2023, if the recession hits, warns Citigroup as reported by Bloomberg.
Thakher Makkah provides exceptional options and opportunities for visitors, investors
Thakher Makkah, one of the largest projects in the Holy City of Makkah, KSA, announced the provision of exceptional options and opportunities for visitors and investors, including pilgrims, Umrah performers and general visitors to Makkah...
Iran adds demands in nuclear talks, enrichment levels ‘alarming’: US envoy
Iran has made alarming progress on enriching uranium and is hampering talks on a revived nuclear deal by making a series of unrelated demands, US special envoy Robert Malley said on Tuesday.
Public Security Chief Al-Bassami inspects security preparedness at Holy Sites
Lt. Gen. Muhammad Al-Bassami, director of Public Security and chairman of the Hajj Security Committee, inspected the Command of the Hajj Security Forces and the supporting security and military wings participating in this year’s Hajj at ...
US recession whispers becoming a roar
The alarm over a looming recession is growing louder in the US, as the government struggles to control soaring prices, Politico reported on Tuesday.
Ben & Jerry’s sues Unilever to block sale of Israeli business
Company said lawsuit was necessary to protect ‘the brand and social integrity Ben & Jerry’s has spent decades building’.
UK urged to brace for economic storm
The Bank of England (BoE) warned on Tuesday that the economic prospects for Britain have deteriorated since the start of the year, calling on the country’s lenders to set aside more capital to absorb shocks in the markets.
Climate change and war send Syria’s bees further afield
Beekeepers in northwestern Syria have to do whatever they can to produce honey – despite the dangers they face.
Top British cabinet members resign
UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak and Health Secretary Sajid Javid resigned on Tuesday as ongoing scandals plague the Conservative Party and Prime Minister Boris Johnson. The pair have issued a call for Johnson to quit, declarin...
Tunisia ex-parliament speaker Ghannouchi’s bank accounts frozen
Tunisian judge orders accounts frozen of several politicians tied to the Ennahdha party, as political crisis continues.
Mexican president vows ‘to tear down the Statue of Liberty’
Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador says the symbol of America’s freedom could lose its meaning if Washington refuses to drop charges against Wikileaks co-founder Julian Assange, who faces the prospect of 175 years in prison fo...
Lebanon plans Syrian refugee repatriation within months: Minister
Lebanon hosts an estimated 1.5 million Syrians refugees who have fled a brutal, decade-old conflict in their home country.
One million set to perform Hajj as COVID-19 restrictions ease
International pilgrims will perform the annual ritual for first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020.
PA President Abbas meets Hamas’s Haniya for first time in years
The meeting, in Algeria, was the first time the two political rivals had publicly met since 2016.
Algeria’s war for independence: 60 years on
Algerians remember the struggle to gain their freedom from French colonialism – and the example it sets for today.
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