RIYADH: The Ministry of Energy, in partnership with the King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language, unveiled a comprehensive dictionary of energy terminology on Thursday in both Arabic and English.
RIYADH: Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq Al-Rabiah confirmed that over one million pilgrims have arrived in the Kingdom for Hajj season, during a press conference in Riyadh on Thursday. He stressed the need for pilgrims to adhere to regulations and cooperate with the authorities, adding that Hajj is for worship and “not for any political activities.” Al-Rabiah said that the ministry is committed, through the Makkah Road Initiative, to deliver pilgrims' luggage to their residences.
Makkah: Neurosurgeons at King Abdulaziz Hospital in Makkah saved the life of an elderly Hajj pilgrim who fell into a coma. The Indonesian woman, said to be in her 70s, was suffering from acute hydrocephalus, a serious condition commonly referred to as “water on the brain,” the Saudi Press Agency reported on Thursday.
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman congratulated Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his coalition’s election win on Thursday. Modi claimed victory for his alliance on Tuesday in India’s general election. In a cable of congratulations, the crown prince expressed his best wishes for the success and prosperity of India and its people, Saudi Press Agency reported. On Thursday, Modi was deep in negotiations with alliance partners to form his cabinet after an unexpectedly close election forced his party into a coalition government.
RIYADH: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan discussed developments in the Gaza Strip and its surroundings with his Canadian counterpart Melanie Joly on Thursday. During a phone call, the ministers discussed relations between the Kingdom and Canada, and regional and international developments.
The first Pacific Engagement Visas will be granted in late 2024. Experts and community leaders welcome the scheme, but say the government needs to manage it carefully.
Hunter Biden faces three felony charges related to a gun he purchased in 2018. His trial began Monday in Delaware.
Muslim groups say all political parties need to work harder to stamp out Islamophobia in Canada, and allow more space for people to criticize Israel without being painted as antisemitic.
The city of Calgary is under a mandatory water advisory where officials are telling all residents and businesses to strictly limit their water usage following a major water main break on Wednesday.
The Government is seeking to assure it has no intention of excluding local contractors from the Shared Prosperity Through Accelerated Improvement (SPARK) Programme. The Incorporated Masterbuilders Association of Jamaica (IMAJ) had expressed concern...
The intersections of Benson Avenue and Shortwood Road, and Shortwood Road and Russell Heights, in Kingston, will be closed for repairs, beginning Saturday. The National Works Agency (NWA) says the intersections will be closed to vehicular...
Premium Farms and Trading Limited, which had failed to pay Guyanese company Pure Harvest Incorporated US$90, 170 for two shipments of rice in December 2019, has been ordered by the Supreme Court to pay the outstanding sum. Justice Stephanie Jackson...
The agreement, signed earlier this year, has led to diplomatic tensions between Mogadishu and Addis Ababa. However, Ehiopian officials argue that this project will benefit the entire Horn of Africa.
Mogadishu (HOL) - The UN General Assembly on Thursday elected Somalia, Denmark, Greece, Pakistan, and Panama to serve as non-permanent members of the Security Council for two-year terms beginning on January 1 next year.
SEOUL, South Korea (HOL) — South Korea has committed to aiding Somalia's development efforts. The announcement followed a high-level meeting between Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre and his South Korean counterpart, Han Duck-soo, in Seoul following the inaugural South Korea–Africa Summit. The meeting emphasized the importance of a partnership centred on mutual benefit, focusing on handicrafts, skills development, economic infrastructure, and technology.
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Vancouver police say officers have arrested five people and seized more than $650,000 in cash, drugs and property during a months-long crackdown targeting organized criminals who buy and sell stolen merchandise in the city's Downtown Eastside.
Afghanistan is currently ranked in 151st place in the rating list of the world global football body, FIFA Rankings, where Russia holds 35th place
According to the statement, the total volume of supplies last year was 10.3 bln kWh and there will be a decrease to about 8 bln kWh excluding China
Dmitry Peskov noted that the oil and gas sector «remains, naturally, one of the main pillars» of the budget
According to the report, «this should mean not a humanitarian pause, but a complete cessation of armed aggression against the enclave»
The acute economic crisis in Europe is evolving and the protectionist policy in many countries of the world is becoming stronger, Board Chairman of Severstal Alexey Mordashov added
Harry Dunn and Aquilino Gonell were invited to Pennsylvania’s House of Representatives — but several GOP lawmakers booed and some walked out, Democratic lawmakers said.
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Oilers fever is high across the country, particularly among First Nations people, who have always loved the game.
A water main break that left hundreds of homes without water Wednesday evening has triggered an Alberta Emergency Alert warning that Calgary's water supply is in a critical state.
The internal review delves into the initial call for service, command structures, public alerts and response to victims.
No details of the incident have yet been revealed
«This visit stems from the historic friendly relations between Cuba and Russia and is strictly in line with international rules,» the Cuban Defense Ministry pointed out
One of tennis’ four Grand Slam events, the 2024 French Open is taking place in Paris, nicknamed the «City of Light,» between May 26 and June 9
Venezuela is proactively developing its agricultural sector now, Wilmar Alfredo Castro Soteldo added