Author: Editorial Team
JEDDAH — Red alerts for heavy rain and flash floods have been issued for parts of Asir on Tuesday, as the National Center for Meteorology (NCM) forecasts rainfall could continue across affected areas through the end of next week. Red alerts for heavy rain cover Al-Namas, Al-Majardah and Rijal Almaa in Asir. The NCM also said moderate to heavy thunderstorms that could lead to flash floods, accompanied by hail, are expected over parts of Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha and Makkah. Meanwhile an orange alert for moderate rain has been issued for Al-Ardiyat in the Makkah region and yellow alerts for light…
The world has James Bond. It has Ethan Hunt. Now, South Asia’s legendary detective is stepping into the global spotlight. IJ: The Secret Parchment brings Ishtiaq Ahmed’s iconic Inspector Jamshed to life in a sweeping UAE-filmed thriller where ancient secrets, deadly conspiracies and a race against time collide. Fans of action-packed franchises such as James Bond 007 and Mission Impossible may have a new title to add to their watchlists. But unlike its Hollywood counterparts, IJ: The Secret Parchment draws from South Asia’s rich literary heritage, adapting one of Pakistani fiction’s most enduring detectives for a global audience. Released on…
NEW YORK — A woman was shot dead by New York police on Monday after she stabbed two people in Times Square. A second victim remains hospitalized in stable condition, officials told a press conference.. The alleged attacker, identified by the police as 49-year-old Pamela Cisneros of Queens, was shot by police after officers confronted her following the stabbings in West 42nd Street and Seventh Avenue. Jessica Tisch, the New York City police commissioner, described the stabbings as “random and unprovoked” acts carried out by a woman with previous mental health problems. The suspect wielded two knives as she approached…
Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif Al Alsheikh launched the Building Faith program in Riyadh today as part of the ministry’s efforts to enhance religious and intellectual awareness and solidify sound Islamic doctrine. The program will be implemented year-round in mosques and prayer halls across all cities and governorates of the Kingdom. It will feature educational programs, sermons, lessons, and awareness lectures to promote sound doctrine and reinforce the principles of monotheism, moderation, and balance. The program includes 156 outreach activities across the Kingdom’s regions, with 12 activities per region annually. It aims to reach more than 10…
Huawei has reaffirmed its commitment to Saudi Arabia at LEAP 2026, outlining a clear value proposition to drive industry value through full-stack AI capabilities, establishing a sustainable foundation for the Kingdom’s long-term AI development, supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. Saudi Arabia’s ICT market has reached US$53 billion, growing 89.5% since 2017. The digital economy now contributes 16% of GDP, while 5G coverage has reached 86%, positioning the Kingdom to move from a strong digital foundation toward the next stage of AI-driven growth. This transition requires more than AI applications — it calls for full-stack capabilities spanning connectivity, compute, cloud, and…
WASHINGTON — The US Supreme Court on Monday cleared the way for President Donald Trump to continue construction of a massive new ballroom at the White House at a cost of $400 million, rejecting a challenge from a preservation group that was seeking to indefinitely halt the controversial project. In the 5-4 ruling, with Chief Justice John Roberts and the court’s three liberals dissenting, the justices granted the Trump administration’s emergency request, blocking lower court rulings that would have halted construction of an above-ground portion of the project. In its unsigned, eight-page decision, the conservative majority concluded that the National…
KATHMANDU — The families of more than 600 workers believed to be trapped in a vast network of tunnels along Nepal’s Trishuli River are clinging to hope that their loved ones can be found alive, as rescuers raced to reach them at hydropower sites that were buried in mud by catastrophic flooding. Rescuers used explosives to blast into the hillside before pumping air into the Trishuli-3A site – fearing a critical window to reach survivors is closing. The combined deaths from the flood disaster in Nepal and China surpassed 950, with more than 4,400 people missing. A private-sector association representing…
stc group, Saudi Arabia’s leading digital enabler, will participate in LEAP 2026 as the strategic partner for the fifth consecutive year. Taking place from August 31 to September 3 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center, Malham, the event will bring together more than 600 start-ups, 1,000 speakers, and 1,800 exhibitors from around the globe under the theme “Into New Worlds”. At LEAP 2026, stc group will showcase advanced digital solutions, secure infrastructure, and high-performance networks supporting the digitalisation of Saudi Arabia’s key industries, public sectors, and flagship events. The group will also participate in a range of speaking engagements…
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Cabinet Member, and Climate Envoy Adel Al-Jubeir received UK Minister of State for Trade at the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade Anas Sarwar at the ministry’s headquarters in Riyadh. During the meeting, they reviewed cooperation and discussed ways to strengthen it in support of mutual interests and the existing partnership between the two countries. They also discussed ongoing preparations for Expo 2030 Riyadh and the United Kingdom’s anticipated participation in the event. The meeting was attended by Expo 2030 Riyadh CEO Talal AlMarri. Source: Riyadh Daily
The Strategic Political Defence Committee of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement issued the following joint statement: The foreign ministers, defense ministers, commanders of the defense forces, and chiefs of the general staffs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Republic of Türkiye, and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan met in Istanbul on August 31, 2026, within the framework of the Strategic Political Defence Committee established under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement. In keeping with their commitment to fulfilling their regional responsibilities, the three states reaffirm their determination to work together within the framework of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement to achieve lasting…