video Update Crown prince: World is facing mounting challenges in water sector

Crown prince: World is facing mounting challenges in water sector

  • Kingdom ‘has contributed $6bn in supporting 200 water-related projects in over 60 developing countries’
  • Prince Mohammed also confirmed Saudi Arabia preparing to host World Water Forum 2027
video By Arab News ·

Special Woman, child among civilians killed as Israeli attacks continue in Lebanese border area

Woman, child among civilians killed as Israeli attacks continue in Lebanese border area

  • PM Mikati says diplomatic communications have intensified to ‘stop Israeli violations of ceasefire’
  • Three Merkava tanks were spotted advancing toward Burj Al-Molouk, marking the first time an Israeli incursion has reached this area
By NAJIA HOUSSARI ·

Israel kills 23 people in north Gaza, orders evacuations in south

Israel kills 23 people in north Gaza, orders evacuations in south

  • Medics said eight people had been killed in a series of airstrikes in Beit Lahiya while four others were killed elsewhere in Gaza City
  • An Israeli airstrike later killed two people and wounded others in Jabalia
By Reuters ·

Kurdish pupils denied language lessons in Turkiye amid wider curbs, families say

Kurdish pupils denied language lessons in Turkiye amid wider curbs, families say

  • Since 2012, pupils can ask for two hours of Kurdish lessons
  • Teachers’ union says families fear stigmatization if they ask
  • Some parents say requests not met, schools can’t find teachers
By Reuters ·

New UN aid chief vows ‘ruthlessness’ to prioritize spending as funding for world’s crises shrinks

New UN aid chief vows ‘ruthlessness’ to prioritize spending as funding for world’s crises shrinks

  • The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs is issuing its global appeal for 2025
By AP ·

Aramco, Linde, and SLB partner on major carbon capture hub in Jubail 

Aramco, Linde, and SLB partner on major carbon capture hub in Jubail 

  • Under the agreement, Aramco will hold a 60 percent equity stake, with Linde and SLB each owning 20 percent
  • The initiative supports Aramco’s broader ambition to achieve net-zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions across its wholly-owned operated assets by 2050
By SYED AMEEN KADER ·

Saudi Media Academy celebrates graduation of first trainees

Saudi Media Academy celebrates graduation of first trainees

  • Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary: This first cohort of electronic program graduates marks a step toward empowering national staff to face the challenges of modern media
  • Ceremony also featured the launch of the in-person global programs track in collaboration with international universities
By Arab News ·

Saudi Media Academy celebrates graduation of first trainees

Saudi Media Academy celebrates graduation of first trainees

  • Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary: This first cohort of electronic program graduates marks a step toward empowering national staff to face the challenges of modern media
  • Ceremony also featured the launch of the in-person global programs track in collaboration with international universities
By Arab News ·

Special Prominent artworks at Riyadh Metro stations blend daily life, creativity

Prominent artworks at Riyadh Metro stations blend daily life, creativity

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  • Masterpieces transform the daily commute into a celebration of art, architecture and creativity
  • Since its launch in 2019, Riyadh Art has seamlessly integrated art into the urban fabric
By Nada Alturki ·
AC Milan and Bologna reach Italian Cup quarterfinals with convincing wins

AC Milan and Bologna reach Italian Cup quarterfinals with convincing wins

  • Bologna will play the winners of  Atalanta’s match against Cesena. Both those round of 16 matches take place next week
  • The Rossoneri will face either Roma or Sampdoria in the last eight
By AP ·