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Absher carries out over 430 million e-transactions in 2024
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Interior’s electronic platform Absher has carried out more than 430 million electronic…
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First pharaoh’s tomb found in Egypt since Tutankhamun’s
CAIRO — Egyptologists have discovered the first tomb of a pharaoh since Tutankhamun’s was uncovered over a century ago. King…
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Grand Mufti rules against posting prayers and preaching in mosques on social media
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Grand Mufti and Chairman of the Council of Senior Scholars Sheikh Abdul Aziz Al-Sheikh…
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‘Neighbors’ canceled again, two years after revival
SYDNEY — Beloved Australian soap drama Neighbors has been canceled again, two years after it was saved by Amazon…
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$132.9 billion in Saudi humanitarian aid reaches 171 countries
By Yassmin Jabri RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has contributed $132.9 billion in humanitarian aid to 171 countries, according to an…
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Did Iron Age ‘begin’ in India? Tamil Nadu dig sparks debate
CHENNAI — For over 20 years, archaeologists in India’s southern state of Tamil Nadu have been unearthing clues to the…
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Saudi Arabia meets goals in localizing chia cultivation
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture announced the successful localization of chia cultivation…
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79 hospitality facilities in Makkah and Madinah face penalties for closure order violations
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Ministry of Tourism started penalizing 79 hospitality facilities in Makkah and Madinah for resuming…
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Trump orders ‘decisive’ military action against Houthis in Yemen
FLORIDA — US President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that he has ordered “decisive” military action against Houthis in Yemen,…
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S&P upgrades Saudi Arabia’s credit rating to A+
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — S&P Global Ratings has upgraded Saudi Arabia’s long-term sovereign credit rating to ‘A+’, citing the…
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CEDA reviews role of reforms in diversification of economy and surge in non-oil revenues
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — The Council of Economic and Development Affairs (CEDA), which met via a video conference on…
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US Senate passes Republican spending bill to avert government shutdown
WASHINGTON — The US Senate voted Friday to pass a Republican spending bill just before a midnight deadline, preventing a…
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Shoura Asst. Speaker at UN: Saudi reforms instrumental in women’s empowerment and enhanced participation in decision-making
Saudi Gazette report NEW YORK— Assistant Speaker of the Shoura Council Dr. Hanan bint Abdulrahim Al-Ahmadi said that the massive…
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Zelenskyy says territorial control key to peace talks, rejects recognition of occupied regions
KYIV — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Friday that the issue of territorial control will be a key factor in…
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Pakistan says train hijacking death toll rises to 30, accuses India and Afghanistan of supporting militants
ISLAMABAD — Pakistan said Friday that the death toll from a train hijacking in the southwestern region climbed to 30…
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Canadian Prime Minister unveils streamlined 23-member Cabinet
OTTAWA — Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled his 23-member Cabinet on Friday during a swearing-in ceremony in Ottawa, significantly…
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30 types of lighting illuminate the Prophet’s Mosque
Saudi Gazette report MADINAH — The stunning lighting across the Prophet’s Mosque, its courtyards, and associated facilities captivates worshippers and…
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Civil Defense urges caution amid continued heavy rain across Saudi Arabia until Monday
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The General Directorate of Civil Defense has urged the public to exercise caution, remain in…
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Grand Mosque sermons and lessons translated into 11 languages
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques delivers sermons and lessons…
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Riyadh at the heart of global conflict resolution
Once again, all eyes are on Riyadh as frenetic diplomatic efforts unfold to bring warring parties to the negotiating…
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Riyadh: The world’s center for crisis resolution
In the arena of international politics, some countries observe, others comment, and some negotiate. But then there are nations that…
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Saudi Arabia records 23,865 violations in nationwide residency and labor law inspections
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Interior conducted inspection campaigns across Saudi Arabia between March 6 and March…
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Saudi Arabia welcomes peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia
RIYADH — The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed on Friday the successful conclusion of negotiations between Azerbaijan and Armenia,…
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20 incense rounds daily at Grand Mosque using two kilograms of premium oud
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques has intensified its efforts…
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The solution was and will always be in Riyadh
In the arena of international politics, there are some countries that observe while some others that comment, and yet others…
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Saudi Arabia is a prime zone for preventing global conflict!
Once again, all eyes are on Riyadh, following frenetic diplomatic activity aimed at bringing the warring parties together around the…
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Saudi Arabia hosts large-scale iftar banquets in Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, and Malaysia
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah, and Guidance hosted a large-scale Ramadan iftar banquet on…
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Canada reconsiders F-35 purchase, explores alternative fighter jets
OTTAWA — Canada is reassessing its purchase of US-made F-35 stealth fighters and has begun talks with competing aircraft manufacturers,…
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Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte visits father at ICC detention center
THE HAGUE — Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte said she visited her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, at the International…
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Thousands gather in Belgrade for mass anti-government protest against Vucic
BELGRADE — Thousands of protesters in the Serbian capital of Belgrade gathered Friday for a massive anti-government demonstration against President…
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Al Nassr climbs to third with dominant win over Al Khaleej, Al Qadsiah slips after loss to Damac
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Al Nassr surged into third place in the Saudi Pro League with a 3-1 victory…
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Pokémon boss believes series can last another 50 to 100 years
TOKYO — The boss of The Pokémon Company believes the series can last for at least another 50 years if…
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Over 1.5 million dates distributed at the Prophet’s Mosque daily for iftar
Saudi Gazette report MADINAH — Dates are a staple food on the Iftar table during the holy month of Ramadan…
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Hollywood legend Gene Hackman and wife found dead at their home
SANTA FE — Oscar-winning US actor Gene Hackman, his wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog have been found dead at…
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Madinah Emir opens Manafea Forum
Saudi Gazette report MADINAH — Emir of Madinah Region Prince Salman bin Sultan graced the opening of the third edition…
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Australian whose blood saved 2.4 million babies dies
SYDNEY — One of the world’s most prolific blood donors — whose plasma saved the lives of more than 2…
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Saudi Arabia achieves 76% self-sufficiency in tomato production
Saudi Gazette repot RIYADH — The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture (MEWA) confirmed that Saudi Arabia’s tomato production amounted…
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Anora sweeps Oscars with best picture, best director and best actress for Mikey Madison
LOS ANGELES — The 97th Academy Awards concluded Sunday with Anora capturing five Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director (Sean…
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RGA: Over 3.7 million vehicles crossed roads leading to Makkah during first 10 days of Ramadan
Saudi Gazette report MADINAH — The Roads General Authority (RGA) has announced that over 3.7 million vehicles have crossed the…
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Palestinian and Israeli filmmakers make defiant speech after winning best documentary Oscar
HOLLYWOOD — A joint Israeli-Palestinian team that made a film chronicling the eviction of Palestinians from their homes in the…
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60 mosques out of 130 most treasured mosques across Saudi Arabia restored
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — As many as 60 mosques, among a total of 130 most treasured historical mosques across…
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Real-life shipwreck story wins major book award
LONDON — The true story of a British couple who spent four months adrift on a life raft in the…
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Dedicated carts for women’s Tahallul launched at the Grand Mosque
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The General Authority for the Care of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has…
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Private spacecraft lands on Moon — but may be on its side
WASHINGTON — A private US company says it has landed a spacecraft close to the Moon’s South Pole but fears…
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Investment Marketing Authority to showcase Saudi Arabia as a global investment destination
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Saudi Investment Marketing Authority, recently created by the Council of Ministers, affirms that it…
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Singer Wheesung who wooed Korea with his ballads, found dead at 43
SEOUL — South Korean singer Wheesung was found dead on Monday at his home in Seoul. He was 43. The…
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Saudi Arabia welcomes border agreement between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia welcomed the border agreement reached between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan. In a statement, the…
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Indian town’s abandoned European-style mansions are a throwback to its opulent past
SIDHPUR, India — The dusty highway leading to Sidhpur, in western India’s Gujarat state, winds through arid landscapes past…
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16 endangered species released into AlUla’s Protected Areas
Saudi Gazette report ALULA — The National Center for Wildlife, in collaboration with the Royal Commission for AlUla, has released…
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Man lives for 100 days with titanium heart in successful new trial
BRISBANE — An Australian man lived for 100 days with an artificial titanium heart while he awaited a donor transplant,…
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