Day: March 16, 2025
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Saudi Arabia grants Tier 1 cybersecurity licenses to six MSOC providers
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) has granted Tier 1 licenses to six companies to…
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Breaking News
Death toll from US strikes on Yemen rises to 53, Houthis say
Watch: US begins Yemen strikes The death toll from US strikes on Yemen has risen to 53, including five children,…
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Middle East
Barcelona come back at Atletico Madrid to claim LaLiga top spot | Football News
Ferran Torres scores twice as Barcelona come from two down to beat Atletico Madrid and claim top spot in LaLiga.…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
Women’s Selection Sunday live updates: All 68 NCAA Tournament teams unveiled
On April 6, one women’s basketball team will take home the 2025 national title. But before then, we still have…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Saudi Arabia’s inflation rate keeps steady at 2% in February
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The annual inflation rate in Saudi Arabia remained stable at two percent in February 2025,…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
IsDB approves reactivation of Syria’s membership
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — The Islamic Development Bank’s (IsDB) Board of Executive Directors has approved the reactivation of the…
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Middle East
Tornado watch continues as deadly US storms claim at least 35 lives | Weather News
More storms are possible as a cold front moves through the US, with tornado watches remaining across the country’s Southeast.…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
No. 22 Michigan rallies late to beat No. 18 Wisconsin for Big Ten title
Tre Donaldson and Vladislav Goldin each scored 11 points and No. 22 Michigan closed Saturday’s Big Ten Tournament championship game…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Netanyahu orders Israeli delegation to prepare for ceasefire talks
JERUSALEM — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a meeting with a delegation that returned from Qatar to discuss ceasefire…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Crown Prince launches Saudi Architecture Characters Map to celebrate Kingdom’s architectural heritage
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman has officially launched the Saudi Architecture Characters…
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Breaking News
Keir Starmer’s ad hoc alliance could still struggle to materialise
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer says a “huge amount” has happened since his “coalition of the willing” idea first…
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Global
Yemen’s Houthi rebels claim an attack including ballistic missiles on US aircraft Harry S. Truman
Yemen’s Houthi rebels claim to have launched 18 ballistic and cruise missiles and drones on the US aircraft carrier Harry…
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Middle East
Venezuelan immigrants deported to El Salvador despite US court ban | News
The United States has flown more than 200 immigrants, alleged members of a Venezuelan gang, to be imprisoned in El…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
VCU holds off George Mason to claim Atlantic 10 title and NCAA berth
Max Shulga scored 18 points and Joe Bamisile sealed the win with two free throws with a half-second left as…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
North Korean, Russian diplomats meet amid Ukraine ceasefire talks
PYONGYANG — North Korea’s top diplomat Choe Son-hui met with visiting Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko in Pyongyang, state…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Discovering what makes each child special
It is perhaps one of the most important aspects of being a teacher – having empathy towards every single child,…
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Breaking News
Survivors and relatives speak of their grief
Survivors and relatives of those who died in a fire at a night clubin North Macedonia have spoken of their…
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Middle East
Netanyahu moves to dismiss head of Shin Bet over lack of ‘trust’ | Benjamin Netanyahu News
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu says he no longer has ‘trust’ in the head of the domestic security agency. Israeli Prime…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
No. 4 Florida tops No. 8 Tennessee for first SEC Tournament title since 2014
Walter Clayton Jr. scored 22 points and fourth-ranked Florida won its fifth SEC Tournament title and first since 2014 on…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Discovering what makes each child special
It is perhaps one of the most important aspects of being a teacher – having empathy towards every single child,…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Newcastle United ends 70-year wait for domestic glory with Carabao Cup triumph
LONDON — Newcastle United secured their first domestic trophy in 70 years, defeating Liverpool 2-1 in the Carabao Cup final…
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Breaking News
Trump and Putin to hold call on ceasefire deal soon, US envoy says
US President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin will speak in coming days, as talks continue over a…
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Middle East
First photo of ailing Pope Francis released amid complex health condition | Health News
The pontiff, 88, continues papal duties despite ill health, approving long-term church reform from his hospital room. The Vatican has…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
Yoshinobu Yamamoto ready to shine, starting with Dodgers’ opener in Japan
Yoshinobu Yamamoto knows what it’s like to travel across the world to take the mound for his first start of…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Death toll from US-UK airstrikes in Yemen rises to 31, over 100 injured
SANAA — The death toll from Saturday night’s US-UK airstrikes on multiple Yemeni cities has risen to 31, with 101…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Automated umbrellas provide shade, comfort at Prophet’s Mosque
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Worshippers and visitors at the Prophet’s Mosque now have more relief from the heat, thanks…
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Breaking News
US should not bully us, say opposition parties
Opposition parties in South Africa have called on its president not to be “bullied” by the US after Washington expelled…
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Middle East
Bolsonaro supporters rally in Brazil, demand amnesty for January 8 riots | Protests News
The former leader seeks political comeback despite ban from public office, echoing Trump’s strategy to regain office. Several thousand supporters…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
Matthew Stafford recounts Aaron Donald’s strenuous Make-A-Wish workout
If you want to work out with All-Pro defensive tackle Aaron Donald, be prepared to give it 110%. Kyle Frazier,…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Comeback queens, blockbusters and Succession stars: The Oscar nominations previewed
LOS ANGELES — The Oscar nominations will be announced soon, in an exciting year for the film awards race where…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Aleppo International Airport to reopen on March 18
Saudi Gazette report ALEPPO — The Syrian Civil Aviation Authority announced that Aleppo International Airport will reopen on Tuesday, March…
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Breaking News
Pope Francis says he faces ‘period of trial’ in health update
Pope Francis has said he faces a “period of trial” as he thanked well-wishers on Sunday for their prayers. The…
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Middle East
Chihombori-Quao: USAID was ‘a wolf in sheep’s clothing’ in Africa | Donald Trump
Former African Union ambassador to the US says US government’s aid agency had a ‘major meddling agenda’ across Africa. Far…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
2025 NCAA Tournament projections: Bracketology and March Madness predictions
Conference Tournament action continues on Sunday as five championship games are set to take place and automatic bids to the…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
1.4 billion people traveled internationally in 2024 as tourism returns to pre-pandemic highs
MADRID — Feel like airport security lines keep getting longer, or that you’re booking hotel reservations way further in advance…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Rich agricultural produce enhances Ramadan meals in AlUla
Saudi Gazette report ALULA — AlUla is renowned for its diverse agricultural crops, which play a significant role in enriching…
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Breaking News
Fisherman reunites with brother after 95 days lost at sea
A fisherman from Peru has been reunited with his family after spending 95 days lost at sea. Maximo Napa left…
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Middle East
‘Virtually’ all Voice of America staff put on leave after Trump order | Donald Trump News
Reporters Without Borders slammed the decision, saying it “threatens press freedom worldwide”. Nearly all Voice of America (VOA) staff members…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
2025 NASCAR odds: Kyle Larson lone favorite for Las Vegas
The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Las Vegas this weekend and fans can watch all the exciting action on FS1.…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Mona Lisa to be moved as part of major Louvre overhaul
PARIS — The Mona Lisa will be moved to a new exhibition space at the Louvre in Paris as part…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
200 smart screens deployed to monitor Umrah security in Makkah
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Control Center in Makkah is utilizing more than 200 smart wall screens to monitor…
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Breaking News
Fisherman rescued after 95 days adrift, surviving on turtles
A Peruvian fisherman who survived 95 days lost at sea in the Pacific Ocean by eating turtles, birds and cockroaches…
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Middle East
Mapping US attacks on Yemen | Interactive News
At least 40 US air raids in Yemen have killed at least 32 people and injured 101, most of them…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
“It Was 360 Turnaround”: Hardik Pandya Opens Up On Wankhede Redemption
Hardik Pandya received a hostile reception from fans across the country in his first season as Mumbai Indians…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Asteroid sample reveals ‘building blocks of life are in fact extraterrestrial in origin’
WASHINGTON — Researchers have detected organic compounds and minerals necessary for life in unprecedented samples collected from the near-Earth asteroid…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Musaned tops 2024 Beneficiary Satisfaction Index among 39 platforms with a rate of 96%
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Musaned Platform, under the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD), recorded tangible…
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Breaking News
US deports hundreds of Venezuelans to El Salvador despite court order
A plane carrying more than 200 Venezuelans deported by the US has landed in El Salvador – in apparent defiance…
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Middle East
The Arab plan for Gaza has two problems: Israel and the PA | Opinions
Egypt’s proposal for the reconstruction and administration of Gaza has emerged as an urgent intervention in the crisis that has…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
“Who Was The Better Team?” PM Narendra Modi’s Champions Trophy Reminder On India-Pakistan Cricket Rivalry
PM Modi weighed in on the India-Pakistan cricket rivalry.© X (Twitter) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has weighed in…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Singer and actress Marianne Faithfull dies at 78
LONDON — Singer and actress Marianne Faithfull has died at the age of 78, her spokesperson has said. Born in…
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