Day: March 24, 2025
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Lulu opens new hypermarket in Makkah, in its further expansion in Saudi Arabia
Following the opening of new stores in the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah, Lulu has opened its latest hypermarket…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
U.S and Russia share desire to resolve Ukrainian crisis as talks kick off in Riyadh
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — A few hours after kicking off the talks between the U.S. and Russian officials in…
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Global
Seven Croatian fans arrested for Nazi salutes at France-Croatia football match in Paris
About 300 Croatian fans marched to the stadium before the game, with some singing patriotic songs, making Nazi salutes and…
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Middle East
Israel building agency to steer Palestinian ‘voluntary departure’ from Gaza | Israel-Palestine conflict News
Under the proposal, the displacement of Palestinians from Gaza will be under the control of the Defence Ministry. Israel is…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
Bangladesh Legend Shakib Al-Hasan’s Assets To Be Seized After Court Order Amid Fraud Charges
File image of Shakib Al-Hasan.© AFP A Bangladeshi court ordered the seizure of cricketer Shakib Al-Hasan’s assets in…
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Global Economy Trends
Will Trump make ships great again?
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Breaking News
US deportation flights to Venezuela resume after spat
A flight carrying 199 Venezuelans deported from the US to their homeland has landed at Simón Bolívar airport near Caracas.…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
US looks to make headway on Trump’s ceasefire hopes as Russia talks open in Saudi Arabia
RIYADH — A US delegation led by Steve Witkoff has begun a high-stakes meeting with Kremlin negotiators in Saudi Arabia,…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Aramco continues to explore opportunities for investment in China, says Amin Nasser
Saudi Gazette report BEIJING —Saudi Aramco President and CEO Amin Nasser affirmed that the company continues to explore new and…
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Global
Heathrow defends response after substation fire grounds flights for 18 hours
The fire’s impact raised concerns about the resilience of Britain’s energy system to accident, natural disaster or attack. ADVERTISEMENT Bosses…
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Middle East
Mapping the human toll of the conflict in DR Congo | Interactive News
Ongoing violence and instability, including fighting by M23 rebels, has forced millions to flee their homes in Democratic Republic of…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
2025 Sweet 16: Bracket, schedule, locations, teams
The opening weekend of the 2025 March Madness tournament was full of incredible moments, thrilling finishes and upsets. Now we…
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Global Economy Trends
Trump’s economic and political threat to Mexico
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Breaking News
Greenland condemns planned visits by Usha Vance and Trump adviser
Getty Images Second Lady Usha Vance is visiting to celebrate Greenlandic culture, the US says Greenland’s politicians have condemned plans…
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Global
Tempi trial likely to be delayed as probe into Greece’s deadly crash continues
The trial of those responsible for Greece’s deadliest crash may reportedly not begin until the end of 2025, as the…
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Middle East
Buddhism’s holiest site erupts in protests over Hindu ‘control’ of shrine | Politics
Bodh Gaya, India — As he stood in a queue outside a makeshift tent kitchen for breakfast, 30-year-old Abhishek Bauddh…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
MS Dhoni Bluntly Dismisses Impact Player IPL Rule: “No Need Of Masala…Doesn’t Help Me”
The Impact Player IPL rule has been much talked about since it was introduced in 2023. Under this…
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Global Economy Trends
House affordability in England and Wales returns to pre-pandemic levels
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Breaking News
First black Republican congresswoman dies
Mia Love, the first US black Republican congresswoman, has died aged 49 in Utah, her family has announced. She passed…
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Global
Copper prices near an all-time high amid Trump’s tariff threats, China’s stimulus
The copper price surged toward an all-time high on concerns of potential Trump tariffs, alongside China’s stimulus measures. A weak…
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Middle East
Jailed Imamoglu elected Turkish opposition’s presidential candidate | Politics News
More than 15 million voted for embattled Istanbul mayor amid huge protests over his arrest. Close to 15 million people…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Deepti Sharma Retained In Highest Category Of BCCI Central Contracts
India women’s team captain Harmanpreet Kaur, her deputy Smriti Mandhana and all-rounder Deepti Sharma were on Monday retained…
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Global Economy Trends
Ukraine urges EU to renew duty-free trade deal
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Breaking News
Israeli strike at Gaza hospital kills Hamas official and aide
GAZA — Ismail Barhoum, the head of the group’s financial affairs, was killed in the strike on Nasser Hospital, the…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Trump looms over Canada’s election as campaign begins
TORONTO — Canada’s newly appointed Prime Minister Mark Carney has called a snap election, sending the country to the polls…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Disney’s Snow White film tops box office despite bad reviews
LOS ANGELES — Disney’s live-action version of the classic fairy-tale Snow White has topped the North American box office chart…
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Global
Post-MeToo France faces crucial test with Gérard Depardieu’s sexual assault trial
Gérard Depardieu’s sexual assault trial is a pivotal moment for France, testing its readiness to confront sexual violence, especially when…
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Middle East
Putin wants US ‘recognition’ of Russian gains in Ukraine: Historian | Russia-Ukraine war News
Whether in the form of the Russian Empire, the Soviet Union or the Russian Federation today, the occupants of the…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
Kyle Larson wins Cup Series at Homestead, finishes one race shy of triple-header sweep
Kyle Larson passed Alex Bowman with six laps remaining in NASCAR’s Cup Series race at Homestead-Miami Speedway on Sunday, giving…
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Global Economy Trends
It’s an economic miracle!
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Breaking News
NewJeans announces hiatus after setback in court battle
SEOUL — South Korean K-pop group NewJeans have announced they are taking a break from all activities, after a court…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Ukrainian and US officials hold ‘productive’ ceasefire talks in Riyadh
RIYADH — Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov announced on Sunday that talks between US and Ukrainian delegations in Saudi Arabia…
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Global
Tuberculosis cases are up among kids in Europe and Central Asia, health authorities warn
The report comes amid cuts to global aid, which health officials say could lead to a resurgence of TB. ADVERTISEMENT…
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Middle East
Tamim Iqbal suffers heart attack during DPL match | Cricket News
The high-profile former international cricketer and TV commentator suffered the attack during a Dhaka Premier League match. Former Bangladesh one-day…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
Dan Hurley is sad, frustrated and ‘f—ing drained’ after UConn’s loss to Florida
Dan Hurley wasn’t shy in showing his emotions as UConn’s bid to win three consecutive NCAA Tournament championships came to…
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Global Economy Trends
EU watchdogs warn that weakening rules risks another financial crash
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Global
Are spheres of influence making a comeback on the international stage?
While the concept lost some of its relevance at the end of the Cold War, it is back in the…
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Middle East
Israel attacks southern Gaza’s largest hospital | Israel-Palestine conflict News
An Israeli military attack on the largest hospital in southern Gaza killed two people, injured several, and sparked a large…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
March Madness Day 4 heroes: Seniors ruled the day, but a freshman stole the show
On the fourth day of March Madness, experience proved key as a slew of seniors led their teams to wins…
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Global Economy Trends
Japan has not yet conquered deflation, finance minister warns
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Breaking News
23andMe files for bankruptcy protection
Popular DNA testing firm 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy protection, and announced that its co-founder and CEO, Anne Wojcicki, has…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Germany is unlocking billions to supercharge its military
BERLIN — “Do you think you can trust Putin?” German Brig. Gen. Ralf Hammerstein asks with a wry smile. It’s…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
South Korea top court reinstates prime minister suspended over martial law turmoil
SEOUL — South Korea’s Constitutional Court struck down the impeachment of the country’s prime minister Han Duck-soo and restored his…
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Middle East
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,124 | Conflict News
These are the key developments on day 1,124 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Here is the roundup of key events…
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International Sports (Football, UFC, etc.)
The USMNT needs more from its biggest star Christian Pulisic: ‘I’m not happy with my output’
Laken Litman College Football & Soccer Analyst INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Christian Pulisic understands his role in these moments. As the…
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Global Economy Trends
Why US-Russia Black Sea talks are making Europe nervous
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Breaking News
Some Israeli teens are choosing jail over serving in army
TEL AVIV — At a military prison in central Israel, 18-year-old Itamar Greenberg sat in a US Army-issued army…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
First deportation flight to arrive in Venezuela from US after agreement to resume repatriations
CARACAS — The first flight carrying Venezuelan migrants deported from the United States is on its way to Venezuela after…
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Local (Saudi Arabia & GCC)
Fierce protests in Turkey after Erdogan rival jailed
ISTANBUL — Tens of thousands of protesters have taken part in demonstrations across Turkey after the main rival to the…
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Middle East
Pope Francis leaves hospital after five weeks of treatment | Religion News
Pope calls for an immediate end to the Israeli bombardment of Gaza as he arrives home at the Vatican. Pope…
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