Sha‘ban crescent sighted Tuesday
JEDDAH — The new month of Sha‘ban began Tuesday evening following the confirmed sighting of the Sha’ban crescent, a key event in the Islamic lunar calendar. The crescent moon was…
Registration opens for women-only Education City Ramadan running series
Doha, Qatar – Registration is now open for the Education City Ramadan Challenge 2026, a unique women-only running series designed to promote fitness and community during the holy month. Organized…
Kuwait’s Expo Osaka pavilion wins BrandEx 2026 silver award
Kuwait’s “Visionary Lighthouse” pavilion design for Expo 2025 Osaka has been internationally recognized, securing a Silver Award at the prestigious BrandEx 2026 awards. This achievement underscores Kuwait’s growing influence on…
Strong winds and rough seas to sweep UAE as cooler air moves in
Residents across the region can expect a shift in weather conditions today, with a temperature drop and increased wind speeds. The National Meteorological Centre has issued a forecast predicting partly…
Venezuela says $300-million US oil sale used to prop up currency
Venezuela’s government has reportedly utilized $300 million derived from oil revenue to bolster the value of its bolívar currency over the past month, according to sources within the Ministry of…
ChatGPT users are about to get hit with targeted ads
OpenAI has begun testing advertisements within its popular ChatGPT interface for free and Go tier users in the United States, marking a significant step toward monetization for the artificial intelligence…
Two individuals arrested for trafficking narcotics across residential neighbourhoods in Muscat
Muscat, Oman – In a decisive operation aimed at bolstering public safety and curbing the proliferation of illicit drugs, the Royal Oman Police (ROP) has successfully dismantled a significant drug…
Minister of State for International Cooperation meets Greek Ambassador
Doha, Qatar – Minister of State for International Cooperation Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad convened with Hellenic Republic Ambassador to Qatar, Christos Kapodistrias, on Wednesday to discuss…
Watch: What is Trump’s Board of Peace about?
Former US President Donald Trump has launched a new initiative, dubbed the Board of Peace, ostensibly aimed at resolving the Israel-Hamas conflict. However, details emerging from a leaked charter suggest…
Oman condemns terror attack in Afghan capital
The Sultanate of Oman has strongly condemned the recent terrorist bombing in Kabul, Afghanistan, expressing deep sorrow over the tragic loss of life, including Afghan and Chinese nationals. This act…