RIYADH: Arab Week will open on Monday at the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization headquarters in Paris, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The two-day event plays a significant role in advancing Arab and international cultural and civilizational efforts, contributing to the progress of education, culture, and science at both regional and global levels.

RIYADH: The municipality of Riyadh will take part in the 12th World Urban Forum, organized by the UN Human Settlements Programme in Cairo, from Nov. 4-8. It will showcase the Kingdom’s role in sustainable urban development, aligned with Vision 2030 goals, including urban planning, reducing visual pollution, and enhancing environmental, health, and urban sustainability standards. The municipality will also highlight the Kingdom’s achievements in sustainable urban goals across various sectors, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday.

Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Elkhereiji received President of the International Committee of the Red Cross Mirjana Spoljaric in Riyadh on Sunday. During the meeting, they reviewed various aspects of joint humanitarian work, the Foreign Ministry wrote on X. The two sides also discussed regional and international developments. Meanwhile, Saudi Deputy Minister for International Multilateral Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Rassi met with Shahin Abdullayev, Azerbaijan’s ambassador to the Kingdom, in Riyadh on Sunday.

DUBAI: Saudi Arabia does not have a favorite in the US presidential race, and would enjoy strong relations with either Republican Donald Trump or Democrat Kamala Harris, Saudi political commentator Ali Shihabi has said. According to him, the Kingdom’s priority is to use its relationship with Washington to address pressing regional issues, including the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

RIYADH: Riyadh Season’s zone Boulevard World recently unveiled its Iranian area, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of its culture. The space showcases a diverse array of Iranian cuisine, traditional crafts, and cultural performances, making it a must-visit destination for both locals and tourists.    As visitors approach the area they are greeted by an ambiance that will transport them to Iran. The floating Iranian rugs and fountain adorned with a renowned Iranian statue set the stage for a memorable experience.

Bought from Ukraine with funding from France, Korea, Sweden and The Netherlands — under the ‘Grain from Ukraine’ initiative — the World Food Programme (WFP) has received 14,000 metric tonnes of yellow maize of the 19,200 metric tonnes, which is being distributed to vulnerable communities in dire need of relief food. This was announced Monday […] The post 14,000 of 19,200 metric tonnes of maize from Ukraine arrives and being distributed to vulnerable communities appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Authorities have emphasized the need for refugees and asylum seekers in Malawi to follow laid down procedures when obtaining convention travel documents to enhance their security and wellbeing. Speaking during an interface meeting with the refugees at Dzaleka Refugee Camp in Dowa on Tuesday, Senior Administrative and Operations Manager in the Department of Refugee Affairs, Hilda Katema, […] The post Authorities sensitize refugees on convention travel documents appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

[New Times] Jean Claude Mazimpaka, a Member of Parliament, has said there is need to regulate body modification done through cosmetic surgery in Rwanda.

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Via Rail's service standards have eroded substantially over the last decade, with many more trains arriving late.

Despite criticism that the island of Montreal has been overrun with bike paths since Projet Montréal came to power, Mayor Valérie Plante's administration has only added another 220 kilometres since 2017. The difference? Those additions were protected lanes on busier and larger traffic arteries.

The Professional Women's Hockey League unveiled the home and away uniform designs for its six teams on Thursday, a little over three weeks before opening its second season.

The Lambton Kent District School Board in southwestern Ontario spent over $32,000 to send three staff members to an education conference in Hawaii this year, according to documents obtained by CBC. «There was no question that the quality of the conference met the needs of attendees,» the board's education director says.

A road trip across the Americas took a violent turn for a couple from Gatineau, Que., when they were viciously attacked by armed assailants in Panama last week.

There will be no travel weather in the Westfjords and the North after noon today, but bad weather is forecast due to strong winds and stormy weather in the Westfjords. Due to the weather, Orange and yellow warnings are in effect across the country today.

Imangali Tasmagambetov also noted that such challenges to international stability as rapidly growing utilization of AI for military purposes continue to intensify

The United States held its presidential election on November 5

Russia’s total exports in January-September 2024 slipped by 2%, Sergey Shkliaev noted

The government bonds index of the Moscow Exchange is the main indicator of the Russian sovereign debt market

The ministry said the destruction of the target was captured on live-recording footage

[allAfrica] Geneva -- Every day, many millions of children around the world experience violence in their homes and communities, schools, and conflict-affected areas. This reality is unacceptable. Every child has the right to live in a world where they are respected, protected and safe, and it is our responsibility to make this a reality.

The head of a government think tank has said New Delhi should consider becoming part of the 15-nation trade organization Read Full Article at RT.com

Dmitry Peskov has denied reports claiming the Russian president has sent a message to the US President-elect Read Full Article at RT.com

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has commented on a Wall Street Journal article claiming to describe Donald Trump’s plan for Ukraine Read Full Article at RT.com

Nairobi (HOL) — Somalia’s government announced Thursday that it had reached a debt forgiveness agreement totalling $100 million with Japan as part of its ongoing economic reform and debt relief initiatives.

Get live updates in the Election 2024, including results and latest news as the control of the House remains undecided after Donald Trump won the presidency and GOP won control of the Senate.

The Congress party in Maharashtra has taken disciplinary action against its members contesting against the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance candidates. The party suspended these rebel candidates for a period of six years, emphasizing that there would be no tolerance for «friendly fights» within the alliance.

The Supreme Court clarified that its directive to remove caste details from jail records won't affect data collection by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). This clarification comes after the court's October 3rd ruling, which deemed caste-based discrimination in prisons unconstitutional.

India's External Affairs Ministry criticized Canada for blocking the social media channels of «Australia Today» following its broadcast of a press conference featuring Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar. During the conference, Jaishankar reiterated India's stance on Canada's allegations, deeming them baseless and highlighting the surveillance faced by Indian diplomats in Canada.

Following clashes between Hindus and law enforcement in Chittagong, India has called on Bangladesh to protect its Hindu minority. The unrest erupted after a social media post criticizing ISKCON sparked outrage and violence, with accusations of attacks on Hindu businesses. The incident has heightened tensions and raised concerns about the safety of Hindus in Bangladesh.

The Supreme Court has decided to keep the trial of a Kolkata doctor's rape and murder case within West Bengal. The court stated that the trial court judge has the authority to request further investigations. The trial is set to begin on November 11th, with daily proceedings scheduled.

Quebec Premier François Legault is raising concerns about the prospect of a wave of migrants coming to the province following Donald Trump’s victory in the U.S. presidential election.