Source close to Hezbollah reports Israeli strikes near Syria-Lebanon border

BEIRUT, Lebanon: A source close to Lebanese militant group Hezbollah said late Friday that Israel carried out strikes on a convoy of trucks entering Lebanon from Syria.“Three Israeli strikes targeted a convoy of tanker trucks on the Syrian-Lebanese border in the Hawsh el-Sayyed Ali area, injuring one Syrian driver,” the source told AFP.It was the…

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How a newly classified species of snake was discovered in Saudi Arabia’s ancient AlUla oasis

DHAHRAN: Scientists working in northwestern Saudi Arabia’s ancient oasis of AlUla were thrilled earlier this year to discover a new species of snake. With its striking red hue and chic black collar, the reptile is perfectly adapted to camouflage against the sand and rock of the Hejaz. This charismatic new species, which is thankfully non-venomous,…

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Slain Hamas chief Haniyeh to be buried in Qatar.

 Qatar on Friday is due to hold funeral ceremonies for Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh after his killing in Tehran, an attack blamed on Israel that has deepened fears of a regional escalation.Haniyeh, the Palestinian armed group’s political chief, had resided in Doha along with other members of the Hamas political office.He will be buried at…

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Asir’s deputy emir discusses tourism challenges.

The deputy emir of Asir, Prince Khalid bin Sattam, said that it is important to harness all local capabilities to ensure that tourists and other visitors to the region are able to fully enjoy all the attractions and services it has to offer. He was speaking during his weekly meeting at the Royal Hall in…

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Saudi Ministry signs cooperation agreement with Nigeria’s Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs.

The Saudi minister of Islamic affairs, dawah and guidance, Abdullatif Al-Asheikh, signed an agreement with Nigeria’s Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs in Jeddah on Thursday, with the aim of strengthening cooperation between the nations in efforts to promote the understanding of Islam and its message of tolerance, and raising cultural awareness among Muslims. The deal…

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4 Ministry Workers Imprisoned For Manipulating Electricity Bills

KUWAIT CITY, July 31: The Court of Appeals sentenced four employees of the Ministry of Electricity and Water – two Kuwaiti citizens and two expatriates – to four-year imprisonment with hard labor for hacking into the ministry’s systems and changing the electricity meter bills of commercial complexes for which they received bribes. Another employee who…

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‘Lady of Trees’ are nature’s sentinels in Sarawat Mountains

TAIF: The juniper tree, revered as the “Lady of Trees” and a symbol of lush forests and towering mountains in Saudi Arabia, plays a pivotal role in maintaining the delicate balance of terrestrial ecosystems.
 Serving as a refuge for wildlife, these ancient trees have stood the test of time, creating vital habitats across the provinces…

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Saudi-S. Korea firms sign 10 agreements at high-level business forum

RIYADH: Saudi and South Korean companies signed 10 agreements spanning construction, energy and health sectors on the sidelines of a business forum in Seoul on Tuesday. Contracting, sustainability, and food were also covered by the deals, inked at an event attended by Saudi Minister of Commerce Majid Al-Qasabi.  The Saudi-Korean Business Forum hosted more than…

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