Saudi Arabia submits official bid to host FIFA World Cup 2034 after successful Qatar event in 2022
The next steps include official visits by FIFA and a comprehensive evaluation of the bid.
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Israel showcases Roman era weapons
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Saudi Arabia to register 50,000 urban heritage assets
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From polar bears to groundwater, nature is riddled with ‘forever chemicals’
Paris, France - They didn't exist a century ago but today PFAS "forever chemicals" contaminate the environment from groundwater to Antarctic...
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TV series ‘The Crown’ brings mourners closer to royals
First aired in 2016, it charts the queen's journey from nervous 25-year-old neophyte to national institution as she guided the...
- First aired in 2016, it charts the queen's journey from nervous 25-year-old neophyte to national institution as she guided the monarchy through decades of scandals and upheaval
- The last season to air drew some criticism in UK for taking too much artistic license and allegedly portraying Charles excessively negatively over his treatment of his ex-wife
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Egypt looks to regain its glorious past
As Cairo gears up to open "the largest archaeological museum in the world," Egypt's former antiquities minister Zahi Hawass said...
- The stele has been housed in the British Museum since 1802, inscribed with the legend "Captured in Egypt by the British Army in 1801"
- No official requests for the treasures' return have been received "from the Egyptian government", according to the three European museums
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Kuwaiti Camel Racing Club sports season 2022-23 begins
Kuwait--Activities of the local sports season of the Kuwait Camel Racing Club for 2022-2023 season begun on Saturday at Sheikh...
- Nine runs were held on the first day of the season that will last for seven months.
- More than 300 participants of all ages participated in Saturday's race, which contributed towards increasing the number of camels in the event. the organizers said.
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Queen Elizabeth II funeral on September 19 in London
The state funeral for Queen Elizabeth II will be held at Westminster Abbey in London at 11:00 am (1000 GMT)...
- Buckingham Palace also confirmed that the queen, who died on Thursday aged 96, will then be taken to St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle.
- The queen's coffin will be taken on a 180-mile (290-kilometre) trip by road from the remote estate to the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh.
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Brutal Marilyn Monroe biopic shocks Venice
Based on the semi-fictional book by Joyce Carol Oates, the film is a non-stop swirl of artistic flourishes that pulls...
- Based on the semi-fictional book by Joyce Carol Oates, the film depicts maternal violence, rape, and an interaction with president Kennedy
- Armas told reporters in Venice that she could feel the presence of Marilyn during the filming, which included shooting in the real homes where Monroe was raised
Charles: the outspoken and understated new king
the late monarch's eldest son, 73, made the most of his record-breaking time as the longest-serving heir to the throne...
- the late monarch's eldest son, 73, made the most of his record-breaking time as the longest-serving heir to the throne by forging his own path
- In 2022, the queen settled the thorny issue of what Camilla would become when Charles is king, giving her blessing for her to be called "queen consort"
Queen Elizabeth II: trouble, strife and family life
Eight times a grandmother, and with 12 great-grandchildren, the queen loved family dinners.
- Eight times a grandmother, and with 12 great-grandchildren, the queen loved family dinners
- Family life provided the biggest shocks during her record-breaking reign
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Century on, political fights rage over Turkey’s dogs
The sheer number of stray animals darting between people and lounging on public squares jumps out at most visitors to...
- The sheer number of stray animals darting between people and lounging on public squares jumps out at most visitors to Turkey's ancient cultural capital
- Late it has been a love-hate affair with dogs that like most things in the painfully polarised country, has taken on a political life of its own
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UNESCO recognizes Yanbu Industrial City as International Learning City
According to the Ministry of Education, the learning cities project is implemented in partnership between its Continuous Education Department and...
- According to the Ministry of Education, the learning cities project is implemented in partnership between its Continuous Education Department and Yanbu Royal Commission
- The project, the Ministry of Education, said, aims to enhance inclusive longlife learning culture in the society
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End of the road for New York’s horse-drawn carriages?
Opponents say the horses live in cramped conditions, are often malnourished and dehydrated, get spooked by cars en route to...
- Opponents say the horses live in cramped conditions, are often malnourished and dehydrated, get spooked by cars en route to the park
- On Instagram, supermodel Bella Hadid urged lawmakers to pass Holden's legislation, calling the tourist rides "barbaric."
Saudi Arabia submits official bid to host FIFA World Cup 2034 after successful Qatar event in 2022
The next steps include official visits by FIFA and a comprehensive evaluation of the bid.
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UAE’s Olympic tapestry woven by pillars of progress
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Two falcons sold for $41,067 at Saudi Falcons Club Auction
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Two falcons were sold for 154,000 Saudi Riyals ($41,067) amid a large turnout of falcon enthusiasts...
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Educational institutions are shaping UAE’s tomorrow
"Dubai's schools attract students of various nationalities seeking holistic education. These schools emphasize well-rounded education, with a sports culture enhancing...
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Esports scores big for Saudi economy, culture & jobs
The Kingdom, with its passion for sports and tech, is set to reshape the competitive gaming landscape by hosting the...
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No suspension for Mazraoui over Gaza post, says Bayern Munich
Berlin, Germany - Bayern Munich on Friday said defender Noussair Mazraoui would not be suspended, after a probe into the Moroccan...
- In the wake of the deadly attack on Israel by Hamas, Mazraoui had put up several pro-Palestinian posts.
- The club's chief executive Jan-Christian Dreesen said Mazraoui "credibly assured us he rejects terror and war" .
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‘Palestinians never die, they always come back’: Bassem Youssef in viral interview
Dubai, UAE - Egyptian comedian and TV host Bassem Youssef's recent interview with British TV host Piers Morgan has garnered...
- When asked about his views on the deadly Hamas attacks on Israel, Youssef expressed concern for the plight of Palestinians in Gaza
- He also made a sarcastic remark, saying, "It's very repetitive. We are used to that... It's just like those Palestinians are very dramatic
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Middle East emerges as a global esports powerhouse
The Middle Eastern region, led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE, is swiftly becoming a global esports hub, driven by...
- The Middle Eastern region, led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE, is swiftly becoming a global esports hub, driven by its vast gamer community and strategic investments
- The region's esports growth transcends gaming, with stakeholders from elite teams to media firms collaboratively shaping the region's live entertainment future