WASHINGTON: Halfway through the Biden administration’s 30-day ultimatum for Israel to surge the level of humanitarian assistance allowed into Gaza or risk possible restrictions on US military funding, Israel is falling far short, an Associated Press review of UN and Israeli data shows. Israel also has missed some other deadlines and demands outlined in … Read more
RIYADH: An expo in Riyadh has showcased the diversity of Korean culture, drawing crowds to Boulevard City. The Korea Brand Expo was held on Oct. 31-Nov. 1 as part of Riyadh Season. Opening its doors from 5 p.m. until midnight, the expo created an inviting space for attendees to immerse themselves in … Read more
BEIRUT: The news came by video. Law professor Ali Mourad discovered that Israel had dynamited his family’s south Lebanon home only after footage of the operation was sent to his phone. “A friend from the village sent me the video, telling me to make sure my dad doesn’t see it,” Mourad, 43, said. “But … Read more
RIYADH: Riyadh Zoo has added a bird show to its already extensive lineup as part of Riyadh Season 2024, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The zoo offers an exceptional experience for wildlife enthusiasts, as well as giving visitors of all ages an opportunity to learn about animal life, environmental care, and conservation awareness. … Read more
Colm McLoughlin, Irishman who led Dubai Duty Free to become an airport retail giant, dies at age 81 DUBAI: Colm McLoughlin, an Irishman who landed in the deserts of the United Arab Emirates and helped lead Dubai Duty Free into becoming an airport retail behemoth generating billions of dollars, has died. He was 81. … Read more
RIYADH: Riyadh Zoo has added a bird show to its already extensive lineup as part of Riyadh Season 2024, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The zoo offers an exceptional experience for wildlife enthusiasts, as well as giving visitors of all ages an opportunity to learn about animal life, environmental care, and conservation awareness. … Read more
BEIRUT: The news came by video. Law professor Ali Mourad discovered that Israel had dynamited his family’s south Lebanon home only after footage of the operation was sent to his phone. “A friend from the village sent me the video, telling me to make sure my dad doesn’t see it,” Mourad, 43, said. “But … Read more
RIYADH: The Jazan Agricultural Research Center, in collaboration with the Jasmine and Aromatic Plants Association and Jazan University, has extracted oil from the region’s renowned jasmine flowers, a significant breakthrough for the Kingdom’s aromatic oils industry, according to the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture. Jasmine is a fragrant flower with cultural significance and a … Read more
Dead or alive? Scores missing after paramilitary group’s attacks in Sudan’s Al-Jazira state NEW HALFA, Sudan: Khadir Ali and his family managed to survive a harrowing paramilitary attack in war-torn Sudan. But by the time they got to safety, he realized that one person was missing. “We escaped in total chaos — there was … Read more
RIYADH: The Jazan Agricultural Research Center, in collaboration with the Jasmine and Aromatic Plants Association and Jazan University, has extracted oil from the region’s renowned jasmine flowers, a significant breakthrough for the Kingdom’s aromatic oils industry, according to the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture. Jasmine is a fragrant flower with cultural significance … Read more
