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G20 financial chiefs flag global economic ‘soft landing’, warn of risks from war

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WASHINGTON: Nearly two weeks after Donald Trump was nearly assassinated, the FBI confirmed on Friday that it was indeed a bullet that hit the former president's ear, trying to sort out conflicting accounts of what caused the former president's injuries after a gunman opened fire at a meeting in Pennsylvania.“What struck former President Trump in … Read more

ThePlace: Wadi Wajj, Taif’s historic water oasis

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TAIF: Wadi Wajj, a revered valley in Saudi Arabia's western Taif governorate, has a rich tapestry of history and natural beauty. Once a geographical divider that divided the city of Taif in two, it has evolved into a popular tourist destination known for its lush gardens, bustling orchards and breathtaking panoramic views. Professor Saleh Al-Khalif, … Read more

Aqabat Shaar: Iconic Saudi mountain road a lifeline for Asir’s rugged beauty

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RIYADH: Saudi Arabian ballet dancer Halaa Nagadi, 18, captivates audiences with her unwavering passion and hopes others would be inspired to “embrace this beautiful and expressive art form.” She is currently preparing for the Dubai International Dance Competition 2024 starting on November 17 which will feature professional and amateur dancers from around the world. “I … Read more

South Korea expresses regret after its athletes introduced as North Korea at Olympics opening ceremony

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PARIS: Paris celebrated its reputation as the cradle of revolution and on Friday opened its first Summer Olympics in a century with a rain-soaked, rule-breaking opening ceremony filled with stars and fantasy along the River Seine. On and off showers – the first rain at a Summer Olympics opening ceremony in more than 70 years … Read more

How climate change is exacerbating food insecurity, with dangerous consequences for import-reliant Middle East

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RIYADH: Global food insecurity is much worse than previously thought. That's the conclusion of the State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2024 report published this week by a coalition of UN agencies, which found that efforts to tackle malnutrition had suffered serious setbacks. As countries around the world fall short of achieving … Read more

Desperate for shelter, Gazans move to former prison

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GAZA: After weeks of Israeli bombardment left them nowhere to go, hundreds of Palestinians have ended up in a former Gaza prison built to hold murderers and thieves. Yasmeen Al-Dardasi said she and her family passed wounded people they could not help as they evacuated from a district in the southern city of Khan Younis … Read more

Tunisia reduces jail term for TV host

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TUNIS: A Tunisian appeals court commuted the prison sentence of a broadcaster from one year to eight months on Friday, his lawyer told AFP. Borhen Bssais was originally sentenced to 12 months in prison under a decree punishing “spreading false information” and “slandering others or harming their reputation.” “The High Court in the capital Tunis … Read more

How climate change is exacerbating food insecurity, with dangerous consequences for import-reliant Middle East

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RIYADH: Global food insecurity is much worse than previously thought. That's the conclusion of the State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2024 report published this week by a coalition of UN agencies, which found that efforts to tackle malnutrition had suffered serious setbacks. As countries around the world fall short of achieving … Read more