Israel says two border crossings to examine Gaza aid

Israel says two border crossings to examine Gaza aid

Palestinians hope a vote in the UN General Assembly will show wide support for a Gaza ceasefire UNITED NATIONS: The Palestinians are hoping that a vote Tuesday in the UN General Assembly on a nonbinding resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire will demonstrate widespread global support for ending the Israel-Hamas war, now in its third … Read more

Sustainable alternative to traditional charcoal gains popularity in Saudi Arabia

Sustainable alternative to traditional charcoal gains popularity in Saudi Arabia

JEDDAH: Families across Saudi Arabia are preparing for winter, which for many means outdoor picnics and gatherings. These often involve using charcoal for grilling and warmth, but this traditional practice has taken a toll on the environment. However, the Kingdom’s versatile landscape has paved the way for innovative industrial substitutes. A natural alternative known as … Read more

Anti-Daesh coalition forces targeted in Iraq and Syria: US official

Anti-Daesh coalition forces targeted in Iraq and Syria: US official

Israeli defense chief resists pressure to halt Gaza offensive, says campaign will ‘take time’ TEL AVIV, Israel: Israel’s defense minister on Monday pushed back against international calls to wrap up the country’s military offensive in the Gaza Strip, saying the current phase of the operation against the Hamas militant group will “take time.”Yoav Gallant, a … Read more

Saudi Arabia pledges to continue efforts to promote and protect human rights

Saudi Arabia pledges to continue efforts to promote and protect human rights

JEDDAH: Families across Saudi Arabia are preparing for winter, which for many means outdoor picnics and gatherings. These often involve using charcoal for grilling and warmth, but this traditional practice has taken a toll on the environment. However, the Kingdom’s versatile landscape has paved the way for innovative industrial substitutes. A natural alternative known as … Read more

Palestinians go on strike over Gaza onslaught

Palestinians go on strike over Gaza onslaught

Israeli defense chief resists pressure to halt Gaza offensive, says campaign will ‘take time’ TEL AVIV, Israel: Israel’s defense minister on Monday pushed back against international calls to wrap up the country’s military offensive in the Gaza Strip, saying the current phase of the operation against the Hamas militant group will “take time.”Yoav Gallant, a … Read more

Riyadh Theater Festival to kick off on Wednesday

Riyadh Theater Festival to kick off on Wednesday

RIYADH: French engineering and consulting firm Setec Group is working on urban air mobility in the Kingdom. The concept being developed with the company’s European partners and manufacturers aims to provide air mobility for people and goods. With Dubai expecting to launch its first flying taxi by 2026, and countries considering the service as a … Read more

Israel’s Netanyahu calls on Hamas militants to ‘surrender now’

Israel’s Netanyahu calls on Hamas militants to ‘surrender now’

GAZA STRIP, Palestinian Territories: Israel bombed southern Gaza’s main city on Monday after Hamas warned no Israeli hostages would leave the territory alive unless its demands for prisoner releases were met.Hamas triggered the conflict when it carried out the deadliest-ever attack on Israel on October 7, killing 1,200 people, according to Israeli figures, and taking … Read more

International Olympic Committee chief visits Diriyah

International Olympic Committee chief visits Diriyah

RIYADH: French engineering and consulting firm Setec Group is working on urban air mobility in the Kingdom. The concept being developed with the company’s European partners and manufacturers aims to provide air mobility for people and goods. With Dubai expecting to launch its first flying taxi by 2026, and countries considering the service as a … Read more

Gaza war having ‘catastrophic’ health impact: WHO chief

Gaza war having ‘catastrophic’ health impact: WHO chief

GAZA STRIP, Palestinian Territories: Hamas warned Sunday that no hostages would leave Gaza alive unless its demands for prisoner releases are met. In a televised statement, a Hamas spokesman said Israel will not receive “their prisoners alive without an exchange and negotiation and meeting the demands of the resistance.”Senior Hamas official Bassem Neim said in … Read more

Historic Jeddah launches artistic events until March to promote local Saudi culture

Historic Jeddah launches artistic events until March to promote local Saudi culture

RIYADH: French engineering and consulting firm Setec Group is working on urban air mobility in the Kingdom. The concept being developed with the company’s European partners and manufacturers aims to provide air mobility for people and goods. With Dubai expecting to launch its first flying taxi by 2026, and countries considering the service as a … Read more