Following a major water main break and calls from the city to reduce water consumption, some Calgary businesses are making extra efforts to conserve.
Blue Jay Davis Schneider has some help with his all-star vote campaign: His two sisters.
RIYADH: The Ministry of Tourism announced it will increase its monitoring and inspection of various tourist hospitality facilities in Makkah, including hotels and serviced apartments. The goal is to enhance the quality of services provided to pilgrims during this year’s Hajj season. The inspections are being conducted under the guidance and supervision of Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb.
RYADH: Saudi authorities arrested 12,974 people in one week for breaching residency, work and border security regulations, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday. According to an official report, a total of 8,044 people were arrested for violations of residency laws, while 3,395 were held over illegal border crossing attempts, and a further 1,535 for labor-related issues. The report showed that among the 815 people arrested for trying to enter the Kingdom illegally, 54 percent were Ethiopian, 41 percent Yemeni, and 5 percent were of other nationalities.
JEDDAH: The Saudi Arabian Boy Scouts Association has enlisted more than 220 members from the Saudi Girl Scout Committee to assist pilgrims during this year’s Hajj season. This initiative is part of the public service camps organized by the association in Makkah, Madinah and the holy sites. Abdulrahman Al-Mudaires, deputy chairman of the association, emphasized its commitment to increasing the participation of girl scouts in such camps.
RIYADH: The historic pilgrimage route known as the Zubaida Trail, which connected the Arabian Peninsula and Iraq, was marked by trade points and centers and served as a passage for Arab tribes, remaining active throughout history. According to Dr. Muna Abdulkarim Al-Qaisi, an ancient archaeology specialist and professor at the University of Kufa in Iraq, various people traveled along this road, with the first reference dating back to the third century B.C.
RIYADH: The Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development is continuing its Ajeer Al-Hajj and Seasonal Permits services as part of efforts to encourage seasonal work during this Hajj season, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday. The Ajeer Al-Hajj service allows facilities to issue work permits, and employ Saudis and residents temporarily. It also enables them to post job openings during the Hajj season through the Bab Ajeer platform, in addition to allowing job seekers to review and apply for work.
Antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents are on the rise across Toronto since war broke out in Gaza, fraying nerves in both communities and straining the resources of the police officers who investigate them. The National got special access to the city's Hate Crimes Unit, following officers as they work to keep up with the city's rising tide of intolerance.
A federal appeals court upheld the conviction Friday of a British national for his role in a hostage-taking scheme by the Islamic State group that took roughly two dozen Westerners captive a decade ago.
Dhusamareb (HOL) - At least eight people from both sides were killed and ten others wounded in an inter-clan fight in a small village between Heraale and Abudwak districts in the Galgadud region on Saturday.
The International Federation for Human Rights seeks arrest warrants for several Russian figures over alleged “hate speech” Read Full Article at RT.com
A Russian citizen was among those liberated during a daylight raid on the Nuseirat refugee camp Read Full Article at RT.com
In visit to France to mark 60th anniversary of D-Day, President Biden promotes democracy and alliances, drawing a clear contrast with Donald Trump
[allAfrica] Ahead of the upcoming European elections and amidst a litany of geopolitical shifts, the European Union (EU) must pay due diligence to its partnerships - particularly in undervalued sectors of cooperation such as the blue economy. Fostering partnerships, such as a strengthened Africa-Europe Ocean Partnership, presents significant opportunities both for Europe and Africa to reach climate neutrality and sustainable development goals, with benefits extending far beyond the Mediterranean Sea.
982 agreements were signed for a total of 6.43 trillion rubles
The enemy lost more than 400 military personnel, an infantry fighting vehicle, four vehicles, a 152-mm howitzer D-20, a 122-mm howitzer D-30 and a 105-mm M119 howitzer
Armed Forces of Ukraine lost up to 135 military personnel in one day due to the actions of Russia’s Vostok group of troops
A female-led Montreal company paving the way to relieving menstrual pain has come out victorious in a Canada-wide pitch contest.
In a bid to draw attention to the ongoing and dangerous problem of keeping exotic wildlife in captivity, either in zoos or as house pets, World Animal Protection Canada is building a new database and interactive online map to document all the events it can find.
CPI(ML) Liberation calls for Nitish Kumar's support for Bihar's special status, inclusion of Bhojpuri in Constitution, and urges BJP-led Central government for caste census.
As the Telugu Desam Party and its allies the BJP and the Jana Sena are gearing up to form the government in Andhra Pradesh, TDP national spokesperson Pattabhi Ram said that Jagan Mohan Reddy will «face consequences» adding that the people were frustrated with the previous government.
RJD leader Manoj Jha criticizes NDA for focusing solely on Modi in the last 10 years, emphasizing the need for unity in democracy. He highlights demands for Bihar's special status and increased reservation. PM-designate Narendra Modi to be sworn in on June 9 at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Kamal Nath faces challenges after electoral defeats of himself and his son Nakul Nath, diminishing his political stature in the state and weakening his control over the Congress party.
In bid to empower community members round Mchinji North East constituency, aspiring Member of Parliament Anthony Masamba has launched a piggery farming pass-on project in the area. Through the Project, Masamba is distributing two piglets each to 70 Village Development Committees comprised of 25 members where members will be passing on to each other. This […] The post MCP Shadow MP launches Piggery Farming pass-on project appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
The Malawi Bureau of Standards (MBS) has revoked the certification of Little Chef Chicken which is a food product by Central Poultry 2000 Limited in Lilongwe saying the product critically failed on the safety and quality parameters tested based on the relevant product standards.’ In a press statement released recently, the MBS conducted a routine […] The post Malawi Bureau of Standards (MBS) revokes certification of Central Poultry’s Little Chef Chicken: Its unsafe for consumption appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
Malawi President Dr Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera says is deeply suddened over the Untimely demise of former seasoned lawyer and Minister of Justice, Raphael Kasambara Kasambara died on Friday from the unknown ailments in area 47 in the capital city Lilongwe, where he checked in so that he is able to carry out his duties. […] The post Chakwera mourns Ralph Kasambara, says he was a dedicated public servant appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (Mubas) plans to start manufacturing lime and cement through its company, Mubas Commercial Limited. Mubas head of Mining Engineering Department Joshua Chisambi said the decision comes after the institution obtained an exploration licence from government. He said this when Minister of Mining Monica Chang’anamuno and Minister of […] The post Mubas gets exploration licence, plans to start manufacturing lime and cement appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
A total of 29 First Capital Bank plc customers on Friday, were splashed with cash prizes and brand new FCB Nyasa Big Bullets replica jerseys in the ongoing two promotions called Afana Ophusha and Civil Servant Aweluke respectively. In a draw which was conducted at the Bank’s Head offices in Blantyre, the Afana Ophusha Promotion […] The post FCB splashes cash, jerseys in ‘Afana Ophusha, Civil Servant Aweluke’ promotions appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
Le vendredi 7 juin 2024, la salle polyvalente de l'Hôtel de Ville de Franceville a accueilli avec enthousiasme le Master Class Spécial Opportunités d'Emplois pour les Jeunes, un événement majeur organisé dans le cadre de la politique d'autonomisation des jeunes des plus hautes autorités, en tête desquelles le Président de la Transition, Président de la République gabonaise, Chef de l'État, le Général Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. Cette initiative, brillamment orchestrée par les (...) - SOCIETE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON
As Narendra Modi is set to swear-in as PM for the third time, the world will continue looking up to India as emerging global power Read Full Article at RT.com
The Russian authorities have put former Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Timoshenko on a wanted list, charging her with an undisclosed crime Read Full Article at RT.com
NATO has scaled back plans for a €100 billion aid plan for Ukraine proposed by Jens Stoltenberg, Bloomberg has reported Read Full Article at RT.com
The West is close to a direct conflict with Russia and a change in policy is needed to avoid it, the Hungarian prime minister has said Read Full Article at RT.com
[ANGOP] Luanda -- The Government of Angola and the United States of America (USA) signed this Thursday, in Washington, a military cooperation agreement «that will allow closer logistical assistance between the armed forces» of the two countries.