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Ramadan in Saudi Arabia set to start on Monday, Supreme Court announces : RIYADH: Monday will mark the first day of Ramadan in Saudi Arabia, the Supreme Court ...
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Supreme Court calls for Ramadan crescent sighting on Sunday evening: Supreme Court calls for Ramadan crescent sighting on Sunday evening
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Makkah medical team saves Pakistani pilgrim after severe heart attack while performing Umrah
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Closing Bell: TASI edges down to close at 12,254 points: RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul All Share Index dipped on Thursday, losing 101.16 points, or 0.82 percent ...
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Man who wore Hamas headband to London Palestine protests, convicted : “Wearing such items in public creates a risk of encouraging others to support Hamas ...
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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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UK Launches Saudi Investment Drive as Sunak Eyes MBS’s Vision 2030: The UK and Saudi Arabia will hold a trade expo in Riyadh next month as Rishi Sunak launches ...
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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 ...
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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.
Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli war crimes in Gaza: RIYADH: Saudi Arabia condemned Israeli war crimes being committed in the Gaza Strip without deterrence ...
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First Iran group in nine years heads to Saudi Arabia for umrah pilgrimage: The first group of Iranian pilgrims in nine years made its way to Saudi Arabia on ...
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Saudi Arabia’s booming hospitality sector to add 320,000 hotel rooms by 2030: Saudi Arabia is projected to have 320,000 new hotel rooms by 2030 across the ...
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Madinah airport claims top spot in regional ranking : RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah has been awarded the ...
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Appeals Judge shortlist: Wafula Chebukati fails to make cut : Chebukati, along with 82 other applicants applied for the position of judge in the Court of Appeal.
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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 ...
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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.
Drone attack targeted US forces in Iraq, US official says: BAGHDAD: US forces stationed at Iraq’s Ain Al-Asad air base were targeted in an armed drone attack ...
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Saudi Arabia: Mecca, Medina brace for downpours: Rainfall forecast to drench other areas in the kingdom until early May
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Saudi Arabia’s business landscape witnessing dynamic shift as AI adoption rises: RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s business environment has witnessed a drastic shift in ...
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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.
12.5 million used Saudi Arabia’s airports via 86,000 flights in Ramadan: Jeddah, hub for Umrah pilgrims, gets lion’s share of passenger traffic with around 5.3m
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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
Tents appear in Gaza as Israel prepares Rafah offensive: Satellite images show two new tent encampments in southern Gaza as reports suggest Israel's ...
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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 York top court overturns former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein’s conviction
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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.
Citizens' benefit family has to pay back 22,600 euros to the job center for the pilgrimage trip
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Second Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Saudi Arabia planned for Neom : DUBAI: Marriott International, Inc. announced on Thursday that it has signed an agreement with ...
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Explosion hits Iraqi military base housing pro-Iranian militia: Iraq’s military reported no drones or fighter jets in the area before or during the blast.
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Jazan mangoes reach Jordan in major agricultural export initiative: Alrowia collaborates with the Jazan Development and Investment Company (JAZADCO) to ensure ...
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Two Saudi hotels listed in Conde Nast’s Hot List of new openings from the last year
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Netanyahu vows to reject any US sanctions on army units: Netanyahu vows to reject any US sanctions on army units
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Quick Glance: Netanyahu Vows to Fight Sanctions on Army Battalions
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on April 21 that he would oppose sanctions being imposed on any Israeli military units for alleged rights violations, following reports of Washington planning such a move.
- The United States announced on April 19 a new series of sanctions related to Israeli settlers in the West Bank, signaling growing frustration with Netanyahu's policies, who relies on settler parties for his coalition government.
- War Cabinet Minister Benny Gantz, a former Chief of Armed Forces and centrist, mentioned in a statement on April 21 that he had spoken with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, urging him to reconsider the issue.
- Blinken mentioned on April 19 that he had made 'determinations' regarding accusations of Israel violating a set of US laws prohibiting military assistance to individuals or security force units committing gross human rights violations.
President, fan support key in decision to stay: Barca coach Xavi: BARCELONA: Xavi Hernandez said Thursday he has decided to stay on as Barcelona coach for a ...
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Dubai Airport will return to full operational capacity within 24 hours, COO says: DUBAI: Dubai International Airport will return to its full operational capacity ...
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Saudi universities shine at Geneva invention expo: JEDDAH: King Abdulaziz University won 17 awards and medals for its innovations at the Geneva International ...
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Polter diplomacy and anger among the Greens - how criticism of Baerbock grows: The criticism leveled at Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock after her visit to ...
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Ancient New Year celebration caps long Eid holidays in Bangladesh: DHAKA: Thousands of Bangladeshis crowded the streets of Dhaka on Sunday to welcome the Bengali ...
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Riyadh to host first National Afforestation Forum: RIYADH: Saudi authorities are preparing for the inaugural National Afforestation Forum on May 6 in Riyadh ...
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Saudi NHC, Spain’s Urbas to construct almost 600 housing units in Al-Fursan suburb
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Baba Ramdev: The yoga guru under fire over 'natural cures': Formed by Baba Ramdev and his close aide Acharya Balkrishna in 2006, Patanjali sells ...
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Biden says Israel must allow aid to Palestinians ‘without delay’: WASHINGTON: President Joe Biden on Wednesday demanded that new humanitarian aid be allowed to ...
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Who’s Who: Abdulrahman Abaalkhail, CEO of Dan Co.: Abdulrahman Abaalkhail is the CEO of Dan Co., a Public Investment Fund company dedicated to promoting ...
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Iran launches massive drone and missile attack on Israel: Iran launches massive drone and missile attack on Israel
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The 44th King Abdulaziz Qur’an competition begins in August: RIYADH: The 44th King Abdulaziz International Competition for the Memorization, Recitation ...
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Saudi Arabia's King Salman in hospital for routine check up - News | Khaleej Times
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China joins Russia in recognizing Iran's claim of attack as 'self-defense': Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi speaks to his Iranian and Saudi counterparts ...
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US to begin Gaza aid pier construction ‘very soon’: WASHINGTON: The United States will begin construction “very soon” on a pier to boost deliveries of ...
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190 bodies found in mass grave in Gaza’s Nasser Medical Complex: LONDON: A mass grave containing 190 bodies has been discovered by Palestinian civil defense ...
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Diabetic Delhi leader finally gets insulin jab in jail: Critics say the action against Kejriwal and several other opposition parties in the run-up to the ...
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Tragic mid-air collision during Malaysian military exercise results in 10 fatalities
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Aramco-backed S-Oil expects Q2 refining margins to remain steady then trend upward
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World needs rewilding experiments, Riyadh forum told: RIYADH: The Kingdom is taking promising steps to balance its ecosystem by expanding rewilding efforts ...
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ROSHN Group, Dar Al Arkan sign $57m deal: RIYADH: ROSHN Group, Saudi Arabia’s leading national real estate developer, signed a SR215 million ($57 ...
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Saudi Arabia’s King Salman leaves hospital after routine medical checks: JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia’s King Salman left King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research ...
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UK passes controversial bill to send asylum seekers to Rwanda after two years of challenges
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Quick Glance: British Law on Deportation of Asylum Seekers to Rwanda
- The new British deportation law aims to curb illegal migration and secure the reelection of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
- However, experts doubt the effectiveness of the law in stopping illegal migration to the UK.
- Rishi Sunak is under significant pressure due to political challenges in the election year, including inflation and healthcare issues.
- The Rwanda law intends to deport migrants without valid papers to Rwanda, although the efficacy of the law is being questioned.
New Schengen visa rules for India, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain - News | Khaleej Times
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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) ...
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Saudi Arabia fastest-growing IT market in region, ICT spending to hit $37.5bn in 2024
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Saudi Arabia, Japan officials discuss investment ties: DUBAI: Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to Japan Dr. Ghazi Binzagr met with Nobuyori Kodaira ...
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Israel army unit facing US sanctions has history of abuses: JERUSALEM: An Israeli battalion which US media say Washington is likely to sanction over alleged ...
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Simi, Haze Khadra share entrepreneurial insights at Harvard: DUBAI: US Palestinian beauty moguls Simi and Haze Khadra took to the stage at the Arab Conference at ...
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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 ...
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King Khalid Foundation, TATA sign pact to promote sustainable digital practices: RIYADH: The King Khalid Foundation has signed a cooperation agreement with TATA ...
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Who’s Who: Fahad Abdullah Aljabr, senior director of project delivery at King Abdullah Financial District
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G7 ‘ready to take measures’ over destabilization by Iran: ROME: G7 leaders offered their full support for Israel on Sunday following an attack by Iran ...
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Green Riyadh program initiates urban transformation in Irqah neighborhood: This initiative marks the continuation of a city-wide effort, with Irqah becoming the ...
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Pakistan PM and President meet Saudi FM: Pakistan’s Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari held separate talks with Saudi ...
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Mali's political parties appeal to Supreme Court | Africanews: A group of Malian political parties and civil society organisations appealed to the Supreme Court ...
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White House's Sullivan expects to travel to Saudi Arabia in next few weeks: White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said on Wednesday he expects to ...
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Al-Azhar Al-Sharif condemns terrorist crimes against civilians in Gaza: CAIRO: Al-Azhar Al-Sharif — Sunni Islam’s oldest and foremost seat of learning — has ...
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Supermarket chain Spinneys eyeing expansion into Jeddah as it prepares Riyadh opening
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Minister affirms Riyadh as global solutions hub ahead of special meeting of World Economic Forum
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Trump trial attorney frustrated over gag order argument: On Tuesday, Justice Juan Merchan heard arguments about whether comments Trump made about those involved ...
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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.
PIF and stc Group strike deal to create region’s premier telecom tower company: RIYADH: A new telecommunications infrastructure firm is set to be created after ...
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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 ...
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We will do whatever is necessary to protect Israel, IDF says: At least nine countries were involved in the military escalation — with projectiles fired ...
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Saudi Assistant Minister holds defense cooperation talks in Pakistan: Saudi Assistant Minister holds defense cooperation talks in Pakistan
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Saudi crown prince, Iraqi PM discuss Middle East escalation: RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with the prime minister of Iraq on ...
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Arab-American Heritage Month: Sama Alshaibi — ‘I’m trying to change this idea of what an Arab woman is’
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AlUla Camel Cup promises a one-of-a-kind experience: AlUla: The AlUla Camel Cup, considered the pinnacle of camel racing in the region, promises an exhilarating ...
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New Schengen visa rules for India, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain - News | Khaleej Times
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Saudi deputy defense minister arrives in Pakistan to finalize bilateral security projects
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TikTok faces US ban as Biden set to sign bill: The controversial bill gives TikTok's Chinese owner, ByteDance, nine months to sell its stake or the app will ...
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Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
Camilla, William and Kate receive top royal honors: Prince William becomes Great Master of the Order of the Bath, a position held by Charles when he was Prince ...
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Three arrested over Channel migrant deaths: The men were detained on suspicion of facilitating illegal immigration and entering the UK illegally.
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Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah Co. unveils its mixed-use commercial office and retail offering Zallal
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