RIYADH: The last group of Hajj pilgrims left the Kingdom via Madinah’s Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz International Airport on Sunday evening. 320 pilgrims departed the holy city for Kertajati, Indonesia and a farewell ceremony was held for them by Saudia, concluding its operations for Hajj 2024. Saudia flights provided quality services to enhance the Hajj…
JEDDAH: Inspired by mythical sea-dwelling creatures, a diving center in Jeddah is offering a first-of-its-kind mermaid diving course for those wanting to splash around in cool waters during the summer. Scuba Schools International at Al-Haddad Scuba in the coastal city offers a whimsical yet invigorating experience for those in search of an aquatic adventure. All…
JERUSALEM: The Israeli parliament gave preliminary approval on Monday to a bill that declares the main United Nations relief organization for Palestinians a terrorist organization and proposes to sever relations with the body.The vote against the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA) is the latest step in a Israeli push against…
Bastad: The Spanish tennis legend reached the finals of the ongoing Nordea Open on Saturday with a win over Duje Ajdukovic in a hard-fought semifinal clash, making it his first-ever title clash in over two years. Nadal beat Ajdukovic in a two-hour, 13 minute affair by 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, as per the ATP’s official website….
Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman has denounced the Israeli military attacks on the Republic of Yemen. These attacks represent a new escalation of regional tension that would further complicate the regional situation, hamper efforts to calm and end conflicts, and hinder the achievement of the desired peace, especially with regard to the Arab-Israeli conflict and the…
AMMAN: Jordanian Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Saleh Kharabsheh announced on Sunday that Jordan had received approval from the Iraqi government to renew the memorandum of understanding for crude oil supply, Jordan News Agency reported.The agreement, originally signed in May 2023 by the Iraqi Ministry of Oil, the Ministry of Electricity and the Jordanian…
RIYADH: The Saudi Commission for Health Specialties, and the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity on Sunday signed a partnership agreement to support talented individuals. The ceremony, which was held in Riyadh, honored 18 talented men and women from several scientific fields. Dr. Aws Al-Shamsan, the secretary-general of the commission, spoke…
DUBAI: Israel’s first attack on Yemen’s Houthis, who have defied months of strikes by the United States and Britain, will likely only embolden the rebels, analysts say.Saturday’s strike on the port city of Hodeida, which the rebels say killed six people and triggered a massive fire, will provide the Houthis with “political capital,” said Maged…
RIYADH: The third Beit Hail heritage festival, themed “Your Home Away From Home,” has attracted more than 68,000 visitors since its opening at Aja Park earlier this month, Saudi Press Agency reported. The 30-day event has drawn visitors of all ages from the region and beyond, offering a showcase of local culture and traditions. Festival…
JERUSALEM: Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said on Saturday that Israel struck the Houthis in Yemen in order to send a message after they harmed an Israeli citizen.“The fire that is currently burning in Hodeidah, is seen across the Middle East and the significance is clear,” Gallant said in a statement. “The Houthis attacked us over…
