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Arab World Members of the new government receive applauds from parliament members after winning the vote of confidence at the parliament building in Beirut, Lebanon, Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025. (Lebanese Parliament Media Office via AP)

Lebanon’s Govt Wins Confidence Vote, Says Only Armed Forces Should Defend Country in War 

Lebanon's new government on Wednesday won a confidence vote in parliament, with the support of Hezbollah's bloc, even though the government statement adopted…

Gulf Syrians lift placards as they demonstrate in the central Karama Square of the southern city of Sweida on February 25, 2025, in rejection of statements made by Israel's premier on the weekend. (AFP)

Saudi Arabia Condemns Israeli Strikes on Syria

Saudi Arabia condemned on Wednesday Israel's strikes on Syria and its “attempts to destabilize its security and stability, in repeated violations of relevant…

Gulf Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam arrives to a plenary session for a vote of confidence in Beirut, Lebanon February 26, 2025. (Reuters)

Saudi Crown Prince Congratulates Lebanese PM after Govt Wins Confidence Vote in Parliament

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, congratulated on Wednesday Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam after his government won the…

Arab World Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani. (AFP)

Rubio, Iraqi PM Speak About Iran’s ‘Malign Influence’, Energy, US Business Investments

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani on Tuesday and the two discussed Iranian influence in the region, the…

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Hamas Hands Over Four Hostage Bodies to Red Cross as Palestinians Leave Israeli Prison

Arab World Among those leaving Israel early Thursday were 445 men, 21 teenagers and one woman who were all arrested after the Hamas attack - AFP

Hamas Hands Over Four Hostage Bodies to Red Cross as Palestinians Leave Israeli Prison

An Israeli security official told AFP on Thursday that Hamas had handed over four bodies to the Red Cross, while a senior leader from the Palestinian movement…

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Gulf In this photo released by Russian Foreign Ministry Press Service, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, left, and Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani pose for a photo prior to their talks in Doha, Qatar, on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025. (Russian Foreign Ministry Press Service via AP)

Doha Stresses Support for Peaceful Solution to Russia-Ukraine Crisis

Qatar stressed on Wednesday its support for a peaceful solution to the crisis between Russia and Ukraine through dialogue and diplomacy. Emir Sheikh Tamim…

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Arab World Syrians lift placards as they demonstrate in the central Karama Square of the southern city of Sweida on February 25, 2025, in rejection of statements made by Israel's premier on the weekend. (AFP)

Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Airstrikes in Syria

Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit condemned on Wednesday the Israeli airstrikes and ground incursions in Syria as a “a reckless provocation and…

Nigeria’s Museum Agrees with Royal Ruler on Custody of Benin Bronzes 

Culture Examples of Benin bronzes which, together with collections such as the Parthenon sculptures, are the subject of talks of their return to countries of origin, are displayed at the British Museum in London, Britain, January 25, 2023. (Reuters) 

Nigeria’s Museum Agrees with Royal Ruler on Custody of Benin Bronzes 

Nigeria's national museum commission will be responsible for retrieving and keeping priceless Benin Bronzes, taking on the task with the assent of the royal…


Culture AlUla Ramadan preparations - Photo by SPA

AlUla Prepares to Welcome Visitors in Ramadan with Unique Experiences

AlUla Governorate is set to welcome visitors during Ramadan with unique experiences that blend the spiritual essence of the month with the captivating beauty…

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Culture The events provided an opportunity to explore three centuries of Saudi history and culture. (SPA)

More than 80,000 Visitors Attend Founding Day Events at Ithra

The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) in Dhahran concluded its Founding Day celebrations, attracting more than 80,000 visitors over three days,…

Culture Forty photographers participated in the exhibition. SPA

Jeddah Culture, Arts Society Hosts 'Our Kingdom' Photo Exhibition

The Saudi Arabian Society of Culture and Arts in Jeddah hosted the "Our Kingdom" photography exhibition displaying 40 artworks that embody the history of the…

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Culture The event continues until next Thursday -SPA

Hira Cultural District Launches 'Glory Makers' Event on Founding Day Celebrations

The "Glory Makers" event, held as part of the Founding Day's celebrations at Hira Cultural District, has garnered significant attention and a high turnout from…

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Saudi Arabia’s Al Hayyan Clinches Historic Gold at Asian Track Championships 

Sports Al Hayyan triumphed in a fiercely contested elimination race in the men's junior category, outpacing 11 competitors. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia’s Al Hayyan Clinches Historic Gold at Asian Track Championships 

Saudi cyclist Ameen Al Hayyan won the first-ever Asian gold medal for Saudi Cycling at the Asian Track Championships 2025, held in the Malaysian capital, Kuala…


Sports  The opening of the first phase of the Sports Boulevard project marks a major milestone for Riyadh - SPA

1st Phase of the Sports Boulevard Project in Riyadh Opens with Five Key Destinations

The Board of Directors of the Sports Boulevard Foundation, chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, has announced the opening of the…

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Sports Czech Republic's Barbora Krejcikova celebrates with the trophy after winning the French Open women's singles title against Russia's Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, Paris, France, June 12, 2021. (AFP)

Krejcikova Out of Indian Wells, Miami with Back Issue 

Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova has withdrawn from next month's tournaments at Indian Wells and Miami due to a back injury that has kept her out of…

Sports Haas driver Oliver Bearman of Britain in action during a Formula One pre-season test at the Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir, Bahrain, Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025. (AP)

Fans Allowed Back on Albert Park Track Two Years After Invasion 

Australian Grand Prix organizers said they have lifted a ban on motor sport fans entering the Albert Park track after the Formula One race in a return to…

Sports Atletico Madrid's Argentine coach Diego Simeone reacts during the Spanish Copa del Rey semi-final first leg football match between FC Barcelona and Club Atletico de Madrid at at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys in Barcelona, on February 25, 2025. (AFP)

Simeone Thrilled with Atletico’s Resilience in 4-4 Thriller at Barcelona 

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone was delighted with his team's fighting spirit as they clawed back from two goals down to get a last-gasp 4-4 draw at…


Computer Simulations Show Nightmare Atlantic Current Shutdown Less Likely This Century

Varieties The sun rises over the Atlantic Ocean as a bird flies in Lido Beach, New York, US, February 26, 2025. (Reuters)

Computer Simulations Show Nightmare Atlantic Current Shutdown Less Likely This Century

The nightmare scenario of Atlantic Ocean currents collapsing, with weather running amok and putting Europe in a deep freeze, looks unlikely this century, a new…


Varieties Spanning 11,000 m², FoodSphere features three indoor zones - SPA

Mayor of Riyadh Opens 'FoodSphere' as Part of Riyadh Oases

Mayor of Riyadh Prince Faisal bin Abdulaziz bin Ayyaf inaugurated on Wednesday "FoodSphere," a pioneering first phase of the Riyadh Oases project. This…

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Varieties New York musician Larry Saltzman - File photo/The AP

Meet the Musician Who Taught Timothée Chalamet to Play Guitar Like Bob Dylan

He's not a movie buff, so New York musician Larry Saltzman doesn't always watch the Oscars. This year, however, he's got a rooting interest. Saltzman taught…

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Varieties A group of Russian tourists, likely the first foreign travelers from any country to enter North Korea since the pandemic arrive at the Pyongyang International Airport in Pyongyang, North Korea, on Feb. 9, 2024. (AP)

North Korea Has Opened Its Doors to a Group of International Travelers for the 1st Time in Years 

A small group of foreign tourists has visited North Korea in the past week, making them the first international travelers to enter the country in five years…

Varieties People walk through a train station in Seoul on February 26, 2025. (AFP)

South Korea Birthrate Rises for First Time in 9 Years, Marriages Surge 

South Korea's fertility rate rose in 2024 for the first time in nine years, supported by an increase in marriages, preliminary data showed on Wednesday, in a…