Day: March 23, 2025
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Arab-Islamic Ministerial Committee and EU condemn resumption of hostilities and call for full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza
Saudi Gazette report CAIRO — A meeting of the members of the Arab-Islamic Ministerial Committee and a senior official of…
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Middle East
Portugal defeat Denmark in extra time to reach Nations League semifinals | Football News
Portugal overturn a 1-0 first-leg deficit to beat Denmark 5-2 after extra time, setting up a semifinal with Germany. Portugal’s…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
2025 March Madness Bad Beats: Last-second 3 in Florida-UConn cashes Over
It was the 3-pointer heard ’round the betting world. Defending champion UConn faced off with 1-seed Florida in the NCAA…
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Middle East
US wants to negotiate with Iran on nuclear programme: US envoy | Nuclear Energy News
Tehran accuses US of bullying tactics as nuclear deal uncertainty deepens under Trump’s renewed pressure campaign. US President Donald Trump’s…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
US runner Shelby Houlihan earns silver medal after return from 4-year burrito ban
American runner Shelby Houlihan returned to the big stage after a much-debated four-year doping ban and won a silver medal…
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Global Economy Trends
China’s top law firms poach partners from US rivals
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Middle East
Could Israeli violence ignite a wider conflict in the Middle East? | Israel-Palestine conflict News
Gaza and Lebanon are under attack while the US bombs Yemen. Violence intensifies in the Middle East. Israel bombs Lebanon…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
NCAA Women’s Tournament 2025: Top moments from Day 3
The 2025 NCAA Women’s Tournament continues Sunday with second-round action. [Read more: 2025 Women’s March Madness Schedule: Dates, locations, channels,…
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Middle East
Israeli cabinet casts no-confidence vote against attorney general | Israel-Palestine conflict News
Critics see the no-confidence vote as part of broader moves to weaken judicial checks on Netanyahu’s government. Israel’s cabinet has…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
Sean Miller reportedly leaving Xavier to take head coaching job at Texas
John Fanta College Basketball Broadcaster and Reporter Sean Miller is bound for Texas. Miller, who has spent the past three…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Saudi foreign minister arrives in Cairo for talks on Gaza crisis
Saudi Gazette report CAIRO — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan arrived in Cairo on Sunday to…
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Middle East
Analysis: Israelis protest as Netanyahu focuses on securing political power | Politics News
Tens of thousands of Israelis have protested against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this week, calling for him to resign.…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
Lower expectations for the USMNT in 2026? Not so fast.
Alexi Lalas Soccer Analyst There seems to be a desire by many to adjust and manage their expectations relative to…
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Global Economy Trends
Spring Statement brings day of reckoning for UK
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Middle East
Detained Columbia activist Khalil’s wife slams claims he is Hamas supporter | Protests News
Noor Abdalla calls Trump administration allegations that Khalil supports Hamas ‘ridiculous’ and ‘disgusting’. Detained Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil’s wife has…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
Thiago Motta Sacked As Juventus Coach, Igor Tudor Announced As Replacement
Thiago Motta was sacked as Juventus coach on Sunday after less than one season in charge with former…
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Middle East
Canada’s PM Carney triggers snap election, vote set for April 28 | Elections News
Montreal, Canada – Canada’s new Prime Minister Mark Carney has moved to dissolve Parliament and trigger a snap election on…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
“I Think They Know…”: Thomas Tuchel Sends Clear Message To Marcus Rashford, Phil Foden
Thomas Tuchel has spoken to both Marcus Rashford and Phil Foden following their ineffectual displays in his first…
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Global Economy Trends
Donald Trump’s policies shatter Wall Street’s ‘US exceptionalism’ trade
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Breaking News
Khibrah platform supports Saudi courts with over 7,500 registered experts
RIYADH — The Ministry of Justice announced on Saturday that the Khibrah platform has registered 7,522 experts in various fields…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Israeli airstrikes kill at least seven, injure 40 in Lebanon amid fragile ceasefire
BEIRUT — At least seven people were killed and 40 others injured on Saturday in Israeli airstrikes targeting several areas…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Wildfires in South Korea kill four, injure six and force mass evacuations
SEOUL — At least four people have been killed and six injured as wildfires continue to sweep through South Korea’s…
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Global
Lights go out on famous monuments around the world to mark Earth Hour
Major cities around the world marked Earth Hour on Saturday night, shrouding some of humanity’s most famous monuments in darkness.…
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Middle East
South African ambassador expelled by Trump receives hero’s welcome at home | Politics News
Ebrahim Rasool addresses supporters, calling his persona non grata status a badge of dignity after his US expulsion. The South…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
2025 March Madness live updates, scores: Best moments from Sunday’s Round of 32
The first weekend of March Madness will wrap up Sunday in the Round of 32. Two No. 1 seeds will…
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Global Economy Trends
Why ships are the new chips
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Breaking News
Venezuela to resume accepting deported nationals from US following renewed agreement
CARACAS — Venezuela will resume accepting deported nationals from the United States under a renewed agreement with the Trump administration,…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Fines imposed on over 400 foreign trucks for violations
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Transport General Authority (TGA) has imposed fines on over 400 foreign trucks across several…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Saudi Arabia explores prospect of scrapping insurance approvals for health services
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia is exploring the prospect of scrapping insurance approvals for health insurance services. Eng.…
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Middle East
Pakistan kills 16 fighters amid rising Afghanistan border tensions | News
Pakistan says all fighters killed overnight in North Waziristan while urging Afghan government to secure its borders. Pakistan’s army has…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
“They Outplayed Us”: Pakistan Captain’s Damning Verdict After Huge New Zealand Defeat
Pakistan lost to New Zealand in the fourth T20I encounter© AFP Skipper Salman Ali Agha acknowledged Pakistan got…
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Breaking News
US lifts bounties on senior Taliban figures including interior minister Sirajuddin Haqqani
KABUL — The United States has lifted bounties on three senior Taliban officials, including Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani, who also…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Haramain Station in Madinah gears up to receive unprecedented number of passengers during last days of Ramadan
Saudi Gazette report MADINAH — The Haramain High Speed Railway Station in Madinah has geared up to deal with the…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Canada’s foreign minister says Ottawa will prevail in trade dispute over Trump’s tariffs
OTTAWA — Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly expressed confidence that Canada will prevail in its escalating trade dispute with the…
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Middle East
Six personnel killed in attack on Somali border: Kenyan police | Conflict News
Police said the attack was carried out by suspected al-Shabab fighters who launched an assault at dawn. At least six…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
“Was Coming For A While”: Ishan Kishan After Scoring His First Century In IPL 2025
Ishan Kishan after scoring century for SRH vs RR in IPL 2025.© BCCI Wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan scored his…
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Global Economy Trends
Five optimistic scenarios for the global economy
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Breaking News
Ministry of Tourism enforces penalties of up to SR1 million for unlicensed facilities
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Tourism has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing regulatory penalties against tourism establishments…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
At least 7 killed in Russian drone attacks across Ukraine ahead of ceasefire talks
KYIV — Russia launched a wave of drone attacks across Ukraine overnight on Sunday, killing at least seven people and…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Palestinian authorities warn of humanitarian catastrophe as Gaza death toll surpasses 50,000
GAZA CITY — Palestinian authorities warned on Sunday that Gaza is facing an unprecedented humanitarian disaster amid continued Israeli bombardment…
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Middle East
What the assault on Columbia University is really about | Opinions
The Trump administration’s war on campus dissent has reached a new, disturbing milestone. On March 8, Immigration and Customs Enforcement…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
Yuki Bhambri Dethrones Rohan Bopanna As India’s No. 1 Men’s Doubles Player
Indian tennis veteran Yuki Bhambri has been crowned the country’s top doubles player following a win over Rohan…
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Global Economy Trends
How to create a true common market for defence
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.…
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Breaking News
More than 50,000 killed in Gaza, Hamas-run health ministry says
More than 50,000 Palestinians have been killed during Israel’s military campaign in Gaza, the territory’s Hamas-run health ministry has announced.…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
1,394 cases of contraband seizures reported at Saudi Customs ports
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s land, sea, and air customs ports recorded 1,394 seizures of contraband during the…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Meningitis vaccination is mandatory for domestic pilgrims
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah confirmed that the meningitis vaccination is mandatory for those…
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Middle East
Why are there protests in Turkiye? What to know | Features
Tens of thousands in cities around Turkiye protested on Saturday against the arrest of a prominent opposition politician. Citizens defied…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
Oscar Piastri Wins Chinese Grand Prix From Pole In McLaren One-Two
Oscar Piastri led from pole to win the Chinese Grand Prix on Sunday as McLaren used a one-stop…
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Global Economy Trends
Will the UK Chancellor announce more spending cuts?
Investors are bracing for a busy day on Wednesday in the UK with the release of the Chancellor’s Spring Statement…
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Breaking News
Moment Pope Francis greets cheering crowds from hospital window
Pope Francis has greeted cheering crowds from the window of a hospital in Rome, the first time he’s been seen…
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