What a ‘Painful Response’ from Iran Could Look Like in Practice
Iran threatened “long and painful strikes” on US installations if Washington renewed attacks and reaffirmed its claim to the...
Economic Growth in Saudi Arabia: What 2.8% GDP Rise Means for the Future
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s real GDP increased by 2.8 percent year on year in the first quarter of 2026, driven by growth in all economic...
Exploring Plant Diversity in Jazan Through the Al-Alaqah Shrub
JAZAN: The Jazan region is home to a wide variety of wild plants due to its varied natural conditions, which have contributed to its rich...
How KSrelief Is Combating Cholera in Yemen’s Ongoing Crisis
During the month of March, the Emergency Response Project for Cholera in Yemen, which was sponsored by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and...
How Military Operations Are Shaping Security Outcomes in Northeast Nigeria
MAIDUGURI: Nigerian troops killed at least 18 Islamist militants and destroyed several insurgent enclaves in coordinated operations across...
SAMA Approves Two New Consumer Finance Licenses
JEDDAH: In an effort to increase digital lending and financial inclusion in the Kingdom, two fintech companies have entered Saudi...
Global Air Cargo Slumps 4.8%: How Middle East Disruptions Are Driving the Decline
Global air cargo demand saw a noticeable dip in March, falling 4.8 percent compared to last year, as tensions in the Middle East disrupted...
The Return of Cairo’s Nightlife Amid Easing Energy Controls
CAIRO: Cairo’s fabled nighttime rhythm returned to life on Tuesday when Egypt relaxed energy-saving rules imposed by the Middle East...
How Technology Convergence Across Operating Systems Is Transforming Global Competition, According to WEF
According to the most recent World Economic Forum research, the capacity to combine and scale various technologies across entire operating...
UAE Leads GCC with 15% Women on Corporate Boards for Third Straight Year
According to the “GCC Board Gender Index Report 2026,” women’s presence on GCC boards has increased to 7% of positions,...
