After Israel-Hezbollah Truce, Lebanon Ponders How to Clear Debris
The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has left behind lots of rubble. Some experts fear that much of it will be dumped into the environment without controls.The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has left behind lots of rubble. Some experts fear that much
Saudi Cabinet discusses Syria, Lebanon and Kingdom’s success at WEF
RIYADH: The Saudi Cabinet on Tuesday discussed the outcomes of Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan’s visits to Syria and Lebanon last week. The prince met newly elected Lebanese President Joseph Aoun in Beirut and the new Syrian ruler, Ahmed Al-Sharaa, in Damascus.
Layali Maraya spotlights Arab designers’ ingenuity in Riyadh
RIYADH: As part of their mission to empower Arab designers, Layali Maraya is featuring regional designers at the Mansard Hotel in Riyadh until Wednesday. The three-day event, held under the patronage of Ameera Al-Taweel, Layali Maraya features modern luxury in a collection of
Japanese ambassador visits Japan Cultural Days at Ithra
DHAHRAN: Japan’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia attended a cultural event in Dhahran on Monday as the two countries celebrate 70 years of diplomatic relations this year. Ambassador Morino Yasunari toured various Japan Cultural Days exhibits at the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture
Saudi sustainable fashion leaders honored at Riyadh awards ceremony
RIYADH: Leaders in sustainable fashion in Saudi Arabia were honored at an awards ceremony in Riyadh on Monday. Preowned luxury marketplace AMUSED, upcycling startup Darah, and sustainable makeup brand Asteri were the three winners of the inaugural Middle East Kering Generation Award. The
Inside Colombia’s Crisis Over Trump’s Deportations
When Colombia’s president, Gustavo Petro, refused military planes carrying deportees, infuriating President Trump, he revealed how heated the question of deportations has become.When Colombia’s president, Gustavo Petro, refused military planes carrying deportees, infuriating President Trump, he revealed how heated the question of deportations
Riyadh forum highlights healthcare model progress
RIYADH: The second Model of Care Forum was inaugurated in Riyadh on Tuesday under the patronage of Saudi Minister of Health Fahad Al-Jalajel. The two-day event, held under the theme “Care and Impact,” was attended by Assistant Minister of Health Mohammed Al-Abdulaali. The
Local crops, culture in spotlight at Qatif market
RIYADH: The farmers’ market at Qatif is experiencing a strong turnout of shoppers, farmers, traders, and agricultural companies, according to the Saudi Press Agency. As a vibrant center of economic and agricultural activity, the event also features a variety of cultural and entertainment
Sustainable finance key to driving climate adaptation, panel told
MANAMA: The use of environmental sukuk and other debt instruments is surging in the Kingdom, with total issuances exceeding SR8 billion ($2 billion), a Capital Market Authority official has said. Abdullah Al-Moqbel, director of the authority’s sustainability department, was speaking on Tuesday during
Cease-Fires in Gaza and Lebanon Will Most Likely Hold for Now, Analysts Say
Bloodshed over the weekend highlighted the brittleness of the cease-fires in both places. Still, Israel, Hamas and Hezbollah each have reasons to postpone a new escalation, at least for a few weeks.Bloodshed over the weekend highlighted the brittleness of the cease-fires in both
