Saudi space agencies launch competition to develop innovative space-based solutions

Jan 19, 2025

RIYADH: The Communications, Space and Technology Commission and the Saudi Space Agency, in partnership with Neo Space Group, have launched the global SpaceUp Competition to develop innovative space-based solutions. The contest aims to promote space entrepreneurship, support local companies specializing in space-based solutions,

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As Truce Takes Hold, Gazans and Israelis Express Elation Tinged With Doubt

As Truce Takes Hold, Gazans and Israelis Express Elation Tinged With Doubt

Jan 19, 2025

After 470 days of death, a tentative cease-fire began on Sunday in Gaza. But Palestinians could not be sure that the war had ended, and Israelis fear that many hostages will still remain in Gaza.After 470 days of death, a tentative cease-fire began

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Hamas Tries to Show It’s Back in Charge of Gaza

Hamas Tries to Show It’s Back in Charge of Gaza

Jan 19, 2025

Rarely seen in the open while the war raged, masked and armed fighters spread out publicly through Gaza’s cities in a show of force on Sunday.Rarely seen in the open while the war raged, masked and armed fighters spread out publicly through Gaza’s

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Israel-Hamas Truce Leaves Big Questions Unresolved for Now

Israel-Hamas Truce Leaves Big Questions Unresolved for Now

Jan 19, 2025

It remains unclear whether the six-week truce will lead to a permanent cease-fire and the release of the remaining hostages in Gaza, or if fighting will resume.It remains unclear whether the six-week truce will lead to a permanent cease-fire and the release of

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Gazans greet the cease-fire with joy — and sadness for all that was lost.

Gazans greet the cease-fire with joy — and sadness for all that was lost.

Jan 19, 2025

Palestinians race back to the homes they fled, uncertain about what they will find or what lies ahead.Palestinians race back to the homes they fled, uncertain about what they will find or what lies ahead. 

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Fearing Deportation, Uyghurs Held in Thailand Go on Hunger Strike

Fearing Deportation, Uyghurs Held in Thailand Go on Hunger Strike

Jan 19, 2025

Dozens of men from the ethnic minority sought escape from repression in China a decade ago, but have been detained in Thailand ever since.Dozens of men from the ethnic minority sought escape from repression in China a decade ago, but have been detained

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First 3 Israeli Hostages to Be Freed Under Gaza Cease-Fire Are Named

First 3 Israeli Hostages to Be Freed Under Gaza Cease-Fire Are Named

Jan 19, 2025

Thirty-three people will be released during the first 6-week phase, including female soldiers and civilians, children and men over 50. Here is a look at those expected to be released on Sunday.Thirty-three people will be released during the first 6-week phase, including female

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Ukraine Braces for Trump’s Return

Ukraine Braces for Trump’s Return

Jan 19, 2025

Soldiers and civilians alike say that after so much loss, the new U.S. president must push for a just settlement, not peace at any cost.Soldiers and civilians alike say that after so much loss, the new U.S. president must push for a just

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Live Updates: Israel Says Start of Gaza Cease-Fire Delayed

Live Updates: Israel Says Start of Gaza Cease-Fire Delayed

Jan 19, 2025

Israel said it was still attacking in the enclave because Hamas had not yet handed over names of hostages to be released on Sunday. Hamas said the delay was technical.Israel said it was still attacking in the enclave because Hamas had not yet

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The Last Migrant Caravans Before Trump’s Inauguration

Jan 19, 2025

A Times photographer made two trips to southern Mexico to follow groups of migrants as they walked toward the United States.A Times photographer made two trips to southern Mexico to follow groups of migrants as they walked toward the United States. 

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