Update Syrian insurgents reach Damascus suburbs as residents flee or stock up on supplies

Syrian insurgents reach Damascus suburbs as residents flee or stock up on supplies

  • Thousands rushed Syria border with Lebanon, trying to leave country
  • Pace of events raised fears of fresh wave of regional instability
By AP ·

Israeli strikes kill at least 29 at hard-hit Gaza hospital

Israeli strikes kill at least 29 at hard-hit Gaza hospital

  • Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahiya is one of the few hospitals still partially operating in the Gaza’s northernmost province
  • The dead included five children and five women
By AP ·

Update Qatar PM says ‘momentum is coming back’ to Gaza talks after US election video

Qatar PM says ‘momentum is coming back’ to Gaza talks after US election

  • The Gulf emirate, along with the United States and Egypt, had been involved in months of unsuccessful negotiations for a Gaza truce
By AFP ·

A medley of French, Saudi melodies and visual art photos

A medley of French, Saudi melodies and visual art

  • Alliance Francaise d’Arabie Saoudite partners with SASCA for vibrant live performances
By Jasmine Bager ·

Militant leader vows to overthrow Assad and establish new governance for Syria

Militant leader vows to overthrow Assad and establish new governance for Syria

  • Speaking in an exclusive interview with CNN at an undisclosed location inside Syria, Abu Mohammad Al-Jolani outlined his vision for a post-Assad Syria
By Arab News ·

Restored Notre-Dame Cathedral reopens, five years after fire

Restored Notre-Dame Cathedral reopens, five years after fire

  • The 860-year-old medieval building has been meticulously restored, with a new spire and rib vaulting
  • Tourists, who still cannot go inside the cathedral, snapped pictures with the restored building in the background as final preparations for the event went on inside
By Reuters ·

Brad Pitt turns heads at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix while filming F1 blockbuster

Brad Pitt turns heads at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix while filming F1 blockbuster

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  • Pitt was spotted at the Yas Marina Circuit during Friday’s practice sessions
By Arab News ·
Niemann wins three-way play-off to claim $1m PIF Saudi International

Niemann wins three-way play-off to claim $1m PIF Saudi International

  • American 20-year-old Caleb Surratt and Cameron Smith of Australia push Niemann all the way in thrilling finale at Riyadh Golf Club
By Arab News ·