TUNIS: Tunisian police stormed the building of the Deanship of Lawyers on Saturday and arrested Sonia Dahmani, a lawyer known for her fierce criticism of President Kais Saied, and then arrested two journalists who witnessed the confrontation, a journalists’ syndicate said. Two IFM radio journalists, Mourad Zghidi and Borhen Bsaiss, were arrested, an official in … Read more
RIYADH: Farasan Islands’ Hareed festival, which concluded recently, marked the start of annual pearl fishing trips, an ancient skill and a major source of the islanders’ prosperity. Ships once carried 30 to 40 islanders in search of pearls, a lucrative source of income in previous centuries. Pearls played a major role in Farasan’s commercial and … Read more
TUNIS: Tunisian police stormed the building of the Deanship of Lawyers on Saturday and arrested Sonia Dahmani, a lawyer known for her fierce criticism of President Kais Saied, and then arrested two journalists who witnessed the confrontation, a journalists’ syndicate said. Two IFM radio journalists, Mourad Zghidi and Borhen Bsaiss, were arrested, an official in … Read more
RIYADH: Red Sea Global, the developer of “regenerative tourism destinations” The Red Sea and AMAALA, celebrated the graduation of the first batch of international hospitality management students from its scholarship program in partnership with the University of Prince Mugrin in Madinah, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday. The graduation ceremony took place at the … Read more
RAFAH, Gaza Strip: Israeli strikes on Saturday hit parts of Gaza including Rafah where Israel expanded an evacuation order and the UN warned of “epic” disaster if an outright invasion of the crowded city occurs.AFP journalists, medics and witnesses reported strikes from the south to the north of the coastal territory, where the UN says … Read more
How building greener homes in Saudi Arabia could benefit the environment and well-being of homeowners RIYADH: The concept of sustainable living has gained significant traction in recent years as individuals and communities strive to reduce their environmental impact. In Saudi Arabia, where rapid urbanization and economic growth have led to increased energy consumption and … Read more
CAIRO: The Palestinian militant group Hamas said on Friday that efforts to find a Gaza Strip truce deal were back at square one after Israel effectively spurned a plan from international mediators, and the White House said it was trying to keep the sides engaged “if only virtually.”Hamas said in a statement it would consult … Read more
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Commerce Minister Dr. Majid bin Abdullah Al-Qasabi has stressed the importance of expanding trade with Thailand. The minister, who is also chairman of the General Authority for Foreign Trade, recently concluded his visit to Thailand where talks included the participation of nine government agencies and 85 private sector entities, the Saudi Press … Read more
UN General Assembly calls on Security Council to revive Palestinian bid for full membership NEW YORK CITY: The UN General Assembly erupted in applause on Friday when members voted overwhelmingly to adopt a resolution that called for recognition that Palestine is qualified to become the 194th full member and the enhancement of its rights and … Read more
RIYADH: Mogobo David Magabe, South Africa’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia, hosted a Freedom Day celebration on Thursday in Riyadh’s Cultural Palace. Freedom Day is celebrated annually on April 27 in South Africa to commemorate its first democratic election on that day in 1994, an event that signaled the end of official racial segregation in the country. … Read more
