World News UN mission gains insight into Saudi landmine clearance operations in Yemen

JEDDAH: The inaugural Ramadan Nights at Jeddah’s Hayy Jameel cultural center features a range of activities including workshops, film screenings, dining experiences, and shopping options. Highlighting the importance of community, culture, and well-being, the event will take place every Wednesday to Saturday over 14 nights during Ramadan catering for all ages and backgrounds. Ramadan Nights … Read more

News Egypt set to receive $820m in first IMF tranche 

Opening up financial sector and battling inflation key for Arab countries’ economic development: AMF RIYADH: Financial openness and tackling inflation played a significant role in the short-term financial development of Arab countries, a new study suggests. A recent analysis released by the Arab Monetary Fund examined the impact of economic freedom on the development of … Read more

News S&P revises Oman’s outlook to positive; affirms credit rating ‘BB+/B’ 

RIYADH: Carbon markets are set to play a pivotal role in achieving climate goals, with efforts from Saudi Arabia and the UAE, paving the way for a smooth energy transition.  According to a new report from the International Energy Forum, carbon markets are capable of effectively lowering the costs associated with greenhouse gas removal by … Read more

News Iraq signs MoU with Siemens, Shlumberger for investment in gas

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul All Share Index slipped on Sunday, losing 164.33 points, or 1.31 percent, to close at 12,401.56.  The total trading turnover of the benchmark index was SR5.91 billion ($1.57 billion) as 50 stocks advanced, while 172 retreated.  The Kingdom’s parallel market, Nomu, dropped 592.85 points, or 2.23 percent, to close at 26,030.03. … Read more

News Investment opportunities in Saudi stock market on the rise, says analyst

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul All Share Index slipped on Sunday, losing 164.33 points, or 1.31 percent, to close at 12,401.56.  The total trading turnover of the benchmark index was SR5.91 billion ($1.57 billion) as 50 stocks advanced, while 172 retreated.  The Kingdom’s parallel market, Nomu, dropped 592.85 points, or 2.23 percent, to close at 26,030.03. … Read more

Uptade Israeli troops withdraw from Shifa Hospital, Gaza’s largest, after two-week raid

DUBAI: Is there any hope for the children of Gaza amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, restrictions on aid access, and a looming famine in the north of the enclave? According to UN Children’s Fund spokesperson James Elder, who recently toured the length of Gaza, only an immediate ceasefire can turn the humanitarian situation around. Appearing … Read more

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