CARACAS: Venezuela braced for fresh protests on Saturday, after President Nicolas Maduro's disputed election victory was ratified – and a growing number of nations recognized his opposition rival as the true winner. Both Maduro and the opposition, led by Maria Corina Machado and her presidential candidate Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia, have called on their supporters to … Read more
LONDON: The Libyan Investment Authority expects the UN to sign up by the end of the year to actively manage its $70 billion in assets for the first time in more than a decade, its chief executive told Reuters. The LIA, which was formed under Muammar Gaddafi in 2006 to manage the country's oil wealth, … Read more
A man who has embraced the four-day working week has revealed the reality and the 'little loss' that comes with it.
WASHINGTON: The newly confirmed famine in one of the sprawling camps for war-displaced people in Sudan's Darfur region is growing out of control as the country's fighters block aid, threatening to grow bigger and deadlier than the world's last major famine 13 years ago, US officials warned on Friday.
BEIRUT, Lebanon: As Hezbollah leaders threatened Israel with crushing retaliation for killing their top commander, thousands flocked to Beirut for a dance extravaganza in a stark illustration of Lebanon's deep divisions.In the capital's southern suburbs – a Hezbollah stronghold – tens of thousands of black-clad women and men in military uniform joined Thursday's funeral procession … Read more
A popular Sydney property has revealed the “picky” trend that is costing first-time buyers.
DHAHRAN: Scientists working in northwest Saudi Arabia's ancient oasis of AlUla were delighted earlier this year to discover a new species of snake. With its striking red hue and elegant 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, … Read more
Lebanon has the right to defend its country amid systematic Israeli escalation, Mikati tells army officers BEIRUT: Lebanon is determined to defend its country and its sovereignty, Prime Minister Najib Mikati said on Friday. “We will not hesitate to do it, regardless of the sacrifices,” he said. Mikati described the regional developments as “disturbing”, signaling … Read more
A huge Australian company had made money but a decision is being blamed for its downfall – and it's clear as usual on its own website.
JEDDAH: Saudi watchmaker Abdulrahman Al-Zahrani developed an interest in watches at a young age and is now among the very first Saudis to join the world of watch engineers, driven by his dedication to the craft. His journey into watchmaking began when he worked at a company representing Longines. The lack of local skilled watchmakers … Read more
