Veteran human rights advocate freed in exchange says Russia is sliding back towards Stalinist times BERLIN: A human rights activist since the 1980s, Oleg Orlov believed Russia had turned a corner when the Soviet Union collapsed and a democratically elected president became its leader.But then Vladimir Putin took power, crushed dissent and launched a full-scale … Read more
The staggering pay packets have been revealed showing where some taxpayers' money is going.
Saudi Arabia's ambassador, IOC member Princess Reema calls for an end to criticism of Algerian boxer Imane Khelif LONDON: The Saudi ambassador to the United States said on Saturday that media criticism of Algerian Olympic gold medalist boxer Imane Khelif must stop and that “kindness and human dignity must prevail every time.” Princess Reema bint … Read more
stc Group, a leading digital enabler, launched its fifth annual sustainability report and continues its commitment to drive forward sustainable transformation through environmental, social and governance excellence. The initiatives described in stc Group's Sustainability Report 2023 contribute to sustainable transformation and a future where companies are catalysts for protecting people and the planet. As part … Read more
Tourists are spending thousands of dollars to drive straight into violent weather that others are fleeing, and tour operators have never seen such demand.
In the framework of the traditional and unmistakable event “The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering” in California, Maserati is preparing to reveal its latest creation to the world on August 16. The result of Trident's experience on the track and dedicated to those who do not want to sacrifice extraordinary performance on the road, this new … Read more
TEHRAN, Iran: Iran condemned a “barbaric” Israeli air strike on a Gaza school housing displaced Palestinians that left dozens dead on Saturday, calling it a “war crime”. The attack showed once again that Israel “does not respect any of the rules and regulations of international law and moral and humane principles,” Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser … Read more
LONDON: Jill Stein, the US Green Party presidential candidate known for her vocal support for Palestinian rights, has emerged as the top choice among Arab American voters ahead of the November 5 US election, according to a recent poll. Stein, who is running as a third-party candidate, has received support from over 45 percent of … Read more
CAIRO: Clashes between two heavily armed militia groups in Libya's capital terrorized residents and killed about a dozen people, the latest violence in the largely lawless North African nation, officials said Saturday.The hours-long clashes, which involved heavy weapons, took place on Friday in Tripoli's eastern neighborhood of Tajoura between the Rahba Al-Duruae militia, led by … Read more
Saudi Arabia's ambassador, IOC member Princess Reema calls for an end to criticism of Algerian boxer Imane Khelif LONDON: The Saudi ambassador to the United States said on Saturday that media criticism of Algerian Olympic gold medalist boxer Imane Khelif must stop and that “kindness and human dignity must prevail every time.” Princess Reema bint … Read more
