Russian drone attack on Ukraine’s Odesa kills one, injures 13, governor says
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by rbksa
2d ago
KYIV: Russian drones attacked Ukraine’s Black Sea port of Odesa overnight, killing one person and injuring 13 others, including two boys, regional governor Oleh Kiper said on Saturday. Several residential apartment buildings, private houses, commercial buildings and dozens of private cars were damaged in what was the second day in a row of Russian drone attacks on the city, Kiper said ..read more
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Famine looming in north Gaza: UN-backed report
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by rbksa
2d ago
ROME: Famine is looming in the northern Gaza Strip amid increased hostilities and a near-halt in food aid, a UN-backed assessment said Saturday. The alert from the Famine Review Committee warned of “an imminent and substantial likelihood of famine occurring, due to the rapidly deteriorating situation in the Gaza Strip.” “Famine thresholds may have already been crossed or else will be in the near future,” said the alert ..read more
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Stadiums & Mega Events zone to debut at Cityscape Global 2024 in Riyadh
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by shounaz.mekky
2d ago
RIYADH: Cityscape Global, the world’s largest real estate exhibition, is set to debut a Stadiums & Mega Events zone, powered by the Saudi Ministry of Sport, at this year’s event, from Nov. 11-14 at the Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Center. The new zone will highlight Saudi Arabia’s ascent in recent years as a leader in hosting global events, aligned with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 ..read more
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Gaza rescuers say 14 killed in Israeli strikes
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by rbksa
2d ago
GAZA STRIP: Gaza’s civil defense agency said on Saturday that Israeli air strikes killed at least 14 Palestinians overnight, including women and children. An air strike hit tents housing displaced Palestinians in the southern area of Khan Yunis, killing at least nine people, including children and women, civil defense spokesman Mahmud Bassal told AFP. The Palestinian Red Crescent also confirmed the toll, saying 11 others were wounded in the strike and were taken to Nasser Hospital ..read more
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South Sudan floods affect 1.4 million, displace 379,000: UN
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by rbksa
2d ago
Nairobi: Devastating flooding in South Sudan is affecting around 1.4 million people, with more than 379,000 displaced, according to a United Nations update that warned about an upsurge in malaria. Aid agencies have said that the world’s youngest country, highly vulnerable to climate change, is in the grip of its worst flooding in decades, mainly in the north ..read more
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Sami Hayek debuts ‘Frequency’ exhibition in UAE
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by dalal.awienat
2d ago
DUBAI: Mexican multi-disciplinary artist Sami Hayek brought his work to the UAE for the first time as part of the selling exhibition, “Frequency,” which will be displayed at Christie’s in Dubai until Nov. 14. More than 20 pieces are on show, with one bespoke creation designed for the exhibition — the “Dubai Credenza.” Inspired by the hummingbird, Hayek told Arab News he sees similarities between Dubai and the vibrant, colorful bird whose wings move at an extraordinary frequency — qualities the artist equates with the region ..read more
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Saudi win, Palestine stay undefeated on Day Two of Baseball United Arab Classic
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by sara.alshurafa
2d ago
DUBAI: Day Two of the Baseball United Arab Classic saw Saudi Arabia comfortably defeat Nepal 14-2, as well as featuring Palestine’s dramatic win over Sri Lanka. The day also showcased a dominant offensive display by the UAE against Afghanistan, and Pakistan’s huge victory over India in one of the tournament’s most anticipated matchups ..read more
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Saudi startup boom creates ‘entrepreneurial bridge’ with Egypt
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by Arbee
2d ago
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s thriving startup ecosystem has created an entrepreneurial bridge with neighboring countries, attracting a growing number of founders to the nation. This trend is particularly pronounced among Egyptian tech entrepreneurs, drawn by market potential, government initiatives, and abundant funding opportunities. The Saudi market, characterized by its large size and high consumer purchasing power, presents lucrative opportunities for tech startups ..read more
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Sharjah Self-Defense and Al-Jazira take lead at Abu Dhabi World Youth Jiu-Jitsu Championship opener
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by dalal.awienat
2d ago
ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi World Youth Jiu-Jitsu Championship got underway on Friday at Mubadala Arena as part of the 16th Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship, with the opening day showcasing competitions for athletes aged 10 to 13. The day saw Sharjah Self-Defense Sports Club secure first place in the boys’ division, followed by the Kazakhstan National Team in second and Al-Ain Jiu-Jitsu Club in third. In the girls’ division, Al-Jazira Jiu-Jitsu Club claimed the top spot, with Baniyas Jiu-Jitsu Club and Commando Group taking second and third, respectively ..read more
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China’s Xi hails ‘new chapter’ in relations with Indonesia
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by rbksa
2d ago
BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping told his Indonesian counterpart that Beijing hopes for a “new chapter” in bilateral relations, as the two leaders met on Saturday. Xi held talks with newly sworn-in President Prabowo Subianto in Beijing, the first stop of the Indonesian leader’s inaugural foreign tour since he took office in October. China is keen to work with Indonesia to “write a new chapter of joint self-reliance, solidarity and cooperation, mutual benefit and win-win results as major developing countries,” Xi told Prabowo in front of journalists ..read more
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