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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.

Syrian designer Rami Al Ali to make history at Paris Couture Week

Paris, France -- As well as being optimistic about the future of his war-ravaged country, Rami Al Ali has other...

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Cristiano Ronaldo extends contract with Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr until 2027

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Cristiano Ronaldo inked a two-year extension with Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr, the club announced Thursday, following...

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Museum of London packs up for $260m move

The new museum, set to open in 2026, will follow the history of London from its earliest days through Roman...
  • The 20,000 skeletal remains of historic Londoners will also need to be transported with care
  • The new location of Museum of London at Smithfield Market is in the heart of a new cultural centre and is expected to double or maybe triple the visitor figures
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FIFA World Cup Qatar will be the best, says Infantino

Regarding the rights of workers, it is unfair that the world does not see the great progress and clear development...
  • The International Federation and Qatar want to present an exceptional tournament, which will make the world feel proud of football, says FIFA President Gianni Infantino
  • Regarding the rights of workers, it is unfair that the world does not see the great progress and clear development that the State of Qatar has achieved in this field, he adds
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There won’t be another World Cup like Qatar 2022

Few countries could have afforded the $200 billion-plus bill that the tiny but super-wealthy emirate has paid for its spectacular...
  • The World Cup has become such an expensive and controversial behemoth that FIFA may struggle to find a single country ready to shoulder the task of hosting.
  • The tournament is expanding to 48 teams when the circus moves to the United States, Canada and Mexico in 2026.
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Warhol piece sells for $85m at New York auction

The last time a piece of art from Warhol's "Death and Disaster" series was sold in 2013, it set a...
  • In May, Warhol's 1964 portrait of Marilyn Monroe, "Shot Sage Blue Marilyn," was auctioned for $195 million, becoming the most expensive 20th-century work ever sold at auction.
  • The piece of art sold Wednesday came from a private collection and Sotheby's gave no information on the buyer.
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‘Little Falconers’ showcase Qatar heritage

Falconry was added to the UNESCO list of intangible cultural heritage in 2010, in countries including Qatar, Saudi Arabia and...
  • Sever "Little Falconers" have gathered in a tent ahead of the football World Cup in Qatar, in a bid to introduce visitors to a practice inherited from their forefathers.
  • The "Promising Falconers" contest for 11-15 year olds sees each falconer choose the perfect moment to release their bird in order to snatch their prey.
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European Film Festival commences at Haya Cultural Center in Amman

Amman, Jordan— Intended to open up a space for intercultural cooperation, the 34th edition of the European Film Festival (EUFF)...
  • Hadjitheodosiou said cultural diversity is an integral part of the values of the European Union
  • She lauded Jordan's role in promoting cultural appreciation and understanding, protecting diversity and cultural heritage
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Handshakes, coffee cups: Qatar etiquette essentials

Here are some of the cultural conventions football fans should know when visiting the emirate, which, like other Arab nations,...
  • In public places, it is customary to stand up when greeting others, particularly the elderly, as a sign of respect.
  • Guests must always drink with their right hand. The coffee keeps coming until you wave your cup to signal you have had your fill.
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Desert rally a rare tranquil escape in Libya

At the launch in 2013, organizers of the Al-Hamada rally had envisioned an annual event, yet this year's episode is...
  • The contest sends a message that the country can pull off "a great sporting event, far from the politics and divisions" that perennially buffet it, organizer Khaled Drera said.
  • The rally's name stems from the vast territory at the heart of Libya's portion of the Sahara, a stretch of tranquillity in a nation repeatedly engulfed by chaos.
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Saudi Arabia to host Under-21 World Snooker Championship in 2023

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia- --Saudi Arabia will host the World Under-21 Snooker Championship for men and women in July 2023, SPA...
  • International Billiards and Snooker Federation has also agreed in principle to host the World Cup for Billiard and Snooker for men and women in Oct. 2024 for six balls and masters.
  • Hosting the championship is the kingdom's one more step towards the development and promotion of the sports sector in its pursuit to achieve the Saudi Vision 2030 goals.
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‘Culture is prerequisite for peace in the world’

A robust cultural and creative sector remains at the heart of the UAE’s growth strategy and to give it a...
  • It is important to inculcate culture among our youth and allow them to explore creatively the bridging of their heritage with the opportunities of the future, says UAE minister
  • A robust #cultural and #creative sector remains at the heart of the #UAE’s #growth strategy, highlights Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi at the fifth edition of the Paris Peace Forum

Syrian designer Rami Al Ali to make history at Paris Couture Week

Paris, France -- As well as being optimistic about the future of his war-ravaged country, Rami Al Ali has other...
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Arab women: Pioneers in arts, sports, and culture

Outstanding Arab women leave a lasting impact in their respective fields, inspire countless individuals, and shape the future of the...
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Young Iraqis seek desert retreats for a change from the hustle of big cities

SAMAWAH, IRAQ – Far from the hustle and bustle of major cities, young Iraqis are increasingly taking advantage of a renewed...
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Museum in West Bank displays Gaza’s ‘artistic demonstration’ against war

BIRZEIT, PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES – At a museum in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, Gazan works on display are proclaimed to be an...
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Saudi Arabia cracks down on heritage site defacement with hefty fines

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Saudi Arabia has issued a stern warning against damaging the nation's cultural heritage sites, imposing hefty...
  • The Public Prosecution declared that anyone caught defacing urban heritage,could face a penalty of one year in prison and a fine of up to $26,660
  • This stern message coincides with the Kingdom's celebration of its Founding Day, which fell on February 22
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Music beats the blues in Tunisian youth project

Local children and teenagers come together in the afternoon to compose and rehearse music for a creative break from their...
  • The after-school music club project is called Tunisia 88 - a reference to the number of keys on a piano - and aims to get youngsters to develop their creative and leadership skills
  • It has engaged 5,000 to 10,000 youths a year across Tunisia's almost 600 schools since it was founded in 2017 by US pianist Kimball Gallagher and Tunisian Radhi Meddeb
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Saudi film industry gets boost with $100m investment fund

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -The Middle East Financial Investment Company (MEFIC Capital) has unveiled the establishment of the Saudi Film Fund,...
  • The strategic fund is an outcome of an agreement involving the Cultural Development Fund, MEFIC Capital, and Roaa Media Ventures
  • The Saudi film production market has experienced impressive growth, boasting an annual growth rate exceeding 25%