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Samsung biggest chip investor

The tech giant invested nearly $59.2bn in 2025.

flynas to set up new hub

Five destinations in first phase of operations.

AD Ports Group acquires CLI

CLI is Brazilian agri-bulk terminal operator.

$1.59bn Makkah project awarded

A consortium will develop two districts in the Holy City.

2PointZero posts profit surge

Growth driven by merger consolidation.

Saudi Falcons Club launches interactive pavilion for young enthusiasts

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- The Saudi Falcons Club has dedicated an interactive pavilion titled "Falconer of the Future" as part...

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Iraqi women table tennis players chase Paralympic dreams

Diwaniyah, Iraq -- Iraqi table tennis player Nur al-Huda Sarmad adjusts her wheelchair before striking the ball into play, braving...

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Jordan’s Mansaf: Rooted in war, symbol of peace

Mansaf, the kingdom's national dish of lamb cooked in dried yogurt, served with rice and nuts, was inscribed on UNESCO's...
  • Long before it became a symbol of peace -- traditionally shared to mark the end of tribal feuds -- mansaf was born on the eve of battle, according to one version of history.
  • Large platters are traditionally shared between around a dozen people, using only the right hand, while the left is placed behind the back.
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Pablo Picasso: king of the $100 million club

Picasso was not only a painter, his oeuvre also includes sculptures, drawings, ceramics, engravings, lithographs, illustrated books and ballet costumes....
  • Five works by the Spanish artist have been sold for more than $100 million (93 million euros), 16 for more than $50 million, and 39 for more than $30 million
  • "The Women of Algiers (Version O)", painted in 1955, is the most expensive work by Picasso ever sold at auction, going for $179.4 million on May 11, 2015
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Millions rely on humanitarian assistance for survival

“Human life in any circumstance is precious. It is God’s gift and therefore deserves to be nurtured and lived to...
  • The Big Heart Foundation introduces the "Enlighten their Future" campaign to support underprivileged communities during Ramadan, says its director
  • The campaign seeks to unite the global community, private sector businesses, and government entities in providing crucial support for those in need
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2,000 ancient sheep heads found in Egypt temple

Mummies of dogs, goats, cows, gazelles and mongooses were also exhumed by a team of US archaeologists from New York...
  • Sameh Iskandar, head of the American mission, said the ram heads were "offerings" indicating "a cult to Ramses II celebrated 1,000 years after his death".
  • Mostafa Waziri, head of Egypt's Supreme Council of Antiquities, said the finds will help people know more about the temple of Ramses II.
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Dubai World Cup: 129 horses compete for $30.5m prize money

Dubai, UAE -- The 27th Dubai World Cup, which begins on Saturday at the Meydan Racecourse, will see a total...
  • The World Cup, which begins on Saturday at Meydan Racecourse, will see horses from 13 countries in the contest.
  • The Meydan Racecourse, in partnership with leading auction house Goffs, hosted the second Dubai Breeze-Up Sale on 21 March.
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Oldest known Hebrew Bible displayed in Israel ahead of sale

Tel Aviv, Israel -- The oldest known near-complete Hebrew Bible was presented to the press on Wednesday in Tel Aviv, where...
  • The Codex Sassoon is one of only two manuscripts containing all 24 books of the Hebrew Bible to have survived into the modern era and is estimated to be 1,100 years old.
  • Sotheby's pre-sale estimates put the manuscript's value at between $30 million and $50 million. It is more complete than the Aleppo Codex, dated to the same era.
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Unique platforms raise Arab women’s voices

Empowering women through platforms that allow them to tell their stories and express their opinions is crucial in achieving gender...
  • Platforms such as Womena help in empowering women in the Arab region by advancing their rights and taking initiatives for gender equality
  • It is crucial to recognize that women across the Arab world have the power to empower one another, says Womena founder Elissa Freiha
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Libyans brace for low-caffeine Ramadan days

The love for espresso is the relic of the Italian colonial rule in Libya. Tripoli is dotted with cafes, all...
  • Libyans have been drinking coffee since at least the 15th century, as beans from Yemen made their way along North African trade routes and into Europe.
  • But when Italy occupied Libya in 1911, the country's coffee culture adopted a new twist, with punchy espressos taking the place of cardamom-tinted Arabic coffee.
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Search on for Jewish heritage in Morocco’s oases

Efforts to uncover Jewish historical treasures are one of the outcomes of warming ties since Morocco and Israel normalized relations...
  • Dating back to antiquity, the Jewish community in Morocco reached its peak in the 15th century, following the brutal expulsion of Sephardic Jews from Spain.
  • By the early 20th century, there were about 250,000 Jews in Morocco, but after the creation of Israel and 1967 war, only 2000 remain now.

Equestrianism is an integral part of UAE’s heritage

She was speaking at the Dubai International Equestrian Conference, organized under the theme "A touch of loyalty and gratitude .....
  • Horse racing is not just sports that is encouraged and celebrated, but an authentic component of the heritage of the UAE and the Arab region, says minister
  • This year's conference was being held under the theme "A touch of loyalty and gratitude .. Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid: 50 years of giving to equestrianism"

Saudi Falcons Club launches interactive pavilion for young enthusiasts

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- The Saudi Falcons Club has dedicated an interactive pavilion titled "Falconer of the Future" as part...
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Palestinian prisoner in Israel wins top fiction prize

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Palestinian writer Basim Khandaqji, jailed 20 years ago in Israel, won a prestigious prize for...
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Saudi Film “Norah”, backed by Red Sea Fund, secures official selection at Cannes

Directed by Tawfik Alzaidi, this Saudi film earned its place in the 'Un Certain Regard' section of the prestigious festival,...
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Red Sea Fund opens applications for production cycle

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - The prestigious Red Sea Fund has thrown open its doors to filmmakers across Arab and African...
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Restoration project for Jeddah district’s old buildings completed

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA – The Ministry of Culture, represented by the Jeddah Historic District Program, has announced the completion of...
  • The project comes within the context of the Crown Prince's keenness to preserve and rehabilitate historical sites.
  • The project aimed to highlight the heritage landmarks that Jeddah District is abundant in as a site containing over 600 heritage buildings.
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Jill Biden writes children’s book about ‘First Feline’ Willow

Washington, United States - The Bidens' dogs grabbed headlines with their bad behavior, but "First Feline" Willow is getting a book...
  • First Lady Jill Biden has written a children's story about the short-haired tabby's journey from a farm in Pennsylvania to the White House in 2022
  • "Willow the White House Cat" will come out four months before President Joe Biden faces a bitter political catfight for reelection with Donald Trump
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Beyonce album highlights the Black women changing country music

Nashville, United States - "Twenty-three in Music City / With dreams and high-heeled boots / Singin' for a crowd of blue...
  • The 26-year-old, who is biracial, is one of many Black female artists carving out space in country music's capital
  • Megastar Beyonce's highly anticipated country album, out Friday, has cast a spotlight on efforts by Black performers to create a more inclusive Nashville