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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will make a brief visit to New York to address the United Nations General Assembly. This follows calls for his arrest over alleged war crimes by New York’s mayor.

JEDDAH: His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received princes, scholars, senior officials, and a group of citizens who came to greet him at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah on Tuesday.

RIYADH: With a FIFA Intercontinental Cup clash against Mamelodi Sundowns looming on Sept. 19, Al-Ahli fans have been plunged further into an alarming state of concern. Just seven days after losing 3-0 to Al-Hilal in their first top-six clash of the season, on Tuesday night Marino Pusic’s side once again conceded three goals, this time…

RIYADH: The Saudi cabinet condemned on Tuesday the Houthi attacks on civilian and economic sites in Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan, and Najran, describing them as heinous acts of aggression. Saudi ministers reaffirmed the Kingdom’s right to defend its sovereignty, citizens, and residents, and its rejection of the Yemen-based militia attacks on commercial ships and international…

LIV Golf has initiated Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in New Jersey, aiming to restructure with a $49.6 million loan from the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia. The company reports significant liabilities and assets.

DUBAI : Iran launched an ​attack against US Navy ships on Monday that ‌the ‌US ​military ‌has ⁠yet ​to acknowledge, the ⁠Wall Street Journal reported on ⁠Tuesday, citing US ‌officials. No ‌American ​ships ‌were ‌struck in Iran’s Monday attacks, ‌the report said, citing the officials. Reuters ⁠could ⁠not immediately verify the report.

JAKARTA — The Saudi Arabian Embassy in Indonesia has urged Saudi citizens to exercise increased caution in the coming days due to the expanding area affected by volcanic ash and the potential risks it poses to public health and safety. The embassy advised Saudi residents and visitors to avoid open areas or regions experiencing ash…

RIYADH — The National Center for the Prevention and Control of Plant Pests and Animal Diseases (Weqaa Center) launched on Tuesday “The Healthier Choice” campaign to promote integrated plant pest management and more effective agricultural practices, based on the principle that healthy food starts with healthy plants. Dr. Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Khuraiji, head of the…

RIYADH — E-commerce sales in Saudi Arabia via Mada cards surged 11.8 percent, reaching SR37.6 billion during July 2026, compared to SR33.6 billion in June, according to the monthly statistical bulletin issued by the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA). The bulletin showed that e-commerce sales via Mada cards jumped 26 percent year-on-year, reaching SR 37.6 billion…

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia's foreign currency reserves recorded an increase of 7.2 percent, reaching $462.15 billion (SR1.733 trillion) in August 2026 compared to $431.11 billion (SR1.616 trillion) in the same month of 2025, according to the latest data released by the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA).The data showed that foreign currency reserves stood at $463.65 billion…

Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister said Tuesday he could have left during the summer transfer window given how sad he felt at not being offered a new contract when other players were having their deals…

Rome's Baths of Trajan, an ancient bathing and leisure complex featuring giant frescoes and mosaics, is opening to visitors for the first time, the city's mayor said on Tuesday. Inaugurated in 109 AD, the baths…

A UN commission investigating Syria said on Tuesday it was deeply alarmed over Israel's military activity inside Syrian territory, warning that some actions including the detention of civilians could amount to war crimes. Presenting an…

A drone strike blamed on Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces killed 13 people outside a courthouse in the army-held central town of Umm Rawaba on Tuesday, a medical source and witnesses told AFP. The attack…

Russian President Vladimir Putin and US counterpart Donald Trump had an "extremely frank" phone call on Tuesday, after US negotiators visited Moscow over the weekend, Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov told reporters, including AFP. Steve Witkoff,…

The Trump administration on Tuesday imposed sanctions on additional aspects of Iran's aviation industry, targeting more than two dozen commercial and private airlines as well as foreign cargo service providers in its new push to…

Coach Luis Enrique says Paris Saint-Germain will need to get out of its “comfort zone” if it is to emulate the trio of clubs that have achieved European three-peats. PSG starts another Champions League title…

Saudi Arabia has built strong momentum in adopting and scaling advanced technologies. The next opportunity is to turn that momentum into more ideas, solutions and businesses created in the Kingdom."When I look back over the last 12 months, one word comes to mind: momentum," said Fadle Saad, Managing Director, HP MENA Regional Headquarters. "Saudi Arabia…

ALBAWABA - King Charles decided Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s royal fate.King Charles III has made Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s position clear after their return to the United Kingdom, ending speculation that the couple could resume official royal duties...

Saudi Arabia is entering a pivotal phase in its cloud transformation, with local Microsoft cloud capabilities creating new opportunities for organizations to accelerate Microsoft 365, Cloud & AI adoption while addressing increasingly important requirements around data sovereignty, security and compliance. As government, financial services, healthcare and critical infrastructure organizations modernize their…

ALBAWABA - Mistral, a French AI firm, raised three billion euros ($3.48 billion) in what has been called the largest-ever European tech fundraising – leaving the company valued at 21 billion euros ($24 billion)...

Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman view “Practical Magic” very differently today than they did when they made it 28 years ago. In 1998, the film received mixed reviews and had a modest box office performance.…

Liverpool have agreed a five-year deal for Turkish Airlines to become their main club partner from June 1, 2027, which means the first change in the Anfield side's leading shirt sponsor since 2010, ending a…

When new CEO John Ternus unveils Apple's latest products on Wednesday, Wall Street expects him to show that the company can still deliver breakthrough hardware and a Siri virtual assistant capable of competing in the…

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan are surprised by a letter sent on behalf of King Charles clarifying that they were no longer working members of the royal family and that they would remain private…

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s non-oil and government activities in each grew by 0.9 percent year-on-year in Q2 of 2026, while several economic activities recorded stronger growth, according to estimates by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT). Community, social and personal services recorded the highest annual growth rate at 4.1 percent, followed by finance, insurance and…

An artwork consisting of 390 kilograms of peanut butter spread on the floor of a Dutch museum attracted 48,000 visitors, 48 accidental footprints, five phones and one "licking incident" during its run, the institution said…

Naomi Osaka may not have gone out of the US Open with much of a bang. But she surely went out with a burst — of color, and a bit of swag. The two-time US…

A plastic bottle filled with water might not look like much, but when placed through a roof, it can act as a simple daytime light source, according to Lifestyle website. The idea, known as the…

Home favorite Coco Gauff and world number two Elena Rybakina sailed into the US Open quarter-finals on Monday, while China's Zheng Qinwen mounted another extraordinary fightback to upset six-times Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek. Fourth…

Muslim World League (MWL) Secretary-General and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa inaugurated the "International Forum on Scientific Miracles in the Quran and Sunnah" at the MWL's headquarters in Makkah.…

RIYADH — The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development emphasized that failing to notify job applicants of the results of their interviews constitutes a violation of regulations and bylaws. The ministry urged affected individuals to notify the ministry about the non-compliant establishments through its official application. Human resources regulations require employers to notify applicants…

RIYADH — Saudi media must prioritize the core journalistic values of accuracy, responsibility and objectivity over the race to publish first, particularly while reporting security-related issues, said Editor-in-Chief of Okaz and Supervisor General of Saudi Gazette Jameel Altheyabi.Addressing the Security and History Dialogue 2026 conference in Riyadh on Monday, Altheyabi said the rapid expansion of…

Rarely has a race, or a singular drive, stirred the emotions as did Kimi Antonelli's spectacular home triumph in Sunday's stunning and wildly-entertaining Italian Grand Prix. It was a season-defining performance, a display foreseen by…

Visitors to the sell-out Bayeux Tapestry Exhibition should be ready for the "brutal reality" of battle scenes and expect to be astonished by the scale of the 1,000-year-old embroidery, as excitement mounts ahead of the…

RIYADH — The General Directorate of Traffic said that driving a vehicle with a license that does not match the vehicle's size and type of use is a traffic violation. In a statement on its X account, the directorate stated that fines ranging from SR1000 to SR2000 will be imposed on those committing such a…

The historical and cultural sites of Makkah bear witness to the city’s rich history, encompassing places associated with events from the life of the Prophet and Islamic history, as well as roads, markets, wells, inscriptions,…

RIYADH — The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) detected a non-compliant advertisement containing inaccurate and exaggerated claims about a medical device, a violation that could carry penalties of up to SR5 million. The advertisement promoted a medical device used to reduce pain and improve joint function in cases of mild osteoarthritis, but included claims…

RIYADH — The National Center for Environmental Compliance (NCEC) said that it’s officials have intensified inspection and monitoring tours of project sites to control dust generated by construction work in the capital city of Riyadh. Fines totaling SR20 million are being imposed on construction projects causing dust pollution. The initiative aims to mitigate the impact…

A bus crash in Egypt's eastern Sinai Peninsula on Wednesday killed 16 people and injured 28 others, the health ministry reported. Twenty ambulances rushed to the scene of the accident, which occurred on the road…

RIYADH — Regulations governing shared housing for individuals prohibit its construction in specific areas and neighborhoods. The building must be located at least 300 meters away from schools and hospitals and must not be situated in designated areas where activities are prohibited. Residents must comply with the population densities stipulated in urban and local master…

RIYADH — The Saudi Traffic Department has clarified the regulations governing right turns at a red traffic light.The department emphasized that drivers must stop before making a turn to ensure the intersection is clear of vehicles and give way to oncoming traffic. If a triangular road marking is present at the corner of the intersection,…

TABUK — Emir of Tabuk Prince Fahd bin Sultan oversaw the signing of a number of contracts for the implementation of development projects in the region, with a total value exceeding SR2.3 billion. The signing ceremony was held in the presence of Minister of Municipalities and Housing Majid Al-Hogail. These included five contracts for cleaning…

FIFA’s current crisis spotlights the need for governance reforms and transparent systems to protect human rights, the Sport & Rights Alliance said today. Though Gianni Infantino’s FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal has been rightly withdrawn, the growing calls for further measures should also address the deeper human rights crisis that, if ignored, risks yet another…

COA- Wars are fought twice. The first battle is fought with missiles, bombers and soldiers. The second is fought with headlines, television studios, think tanks and official briefings. The first destroys cities. The second constructs memory. For decades the West has excelled at winning both. Military superiority was reinforced by informational dominance. Washington and its…

If the world withdraws, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps will believe it has a green light to purge society of all who resist its vision. The post Iran needs an insurgency – opinion appeared first on World Israel News .

Sobh-e-No presented its view on America’s need to accept Iran’s conditions and exit the current crisis. Iran’s position regarding the Strait of Hormuz crisis is clear and non-negotiable: “Accepting Iran’s sovereignty over the Strait is the condition for a ceasefire and any kind of agreement.” This condition is not a maximalist demand but arises from…

TEHRAN -The joint US-Saudi aerial aggression against Iraqi territory, launched in the early hours of Wednesday, marks not a display of strength but a profound strategic miscalculation. It underscores the unraveling of American military credibility and the steady ascent of Iranian power across the region.