Middle East

Conflict-ravaged Gaza appears to be facing the worst restrictions on aid since the Israel-Hamas war began over a year ago, the UN said Tuesday, lamenting the especially devastating impact on children. “Day after day, the situation for children becomes worse than the day before,” said James Elder, spokesman for the …

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, LuLu Hypermarket has launched its seventh annual “Buy Green Support Pink” campaign, aimed at raising awareness about breast cancer and supporting the Zahra Breast Cancer Association, a leading Saudi organization dedicated to awareness and prevention. The campaign encourages customers to purchase eco-friendly bags …

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Council of Ministers highlighted on Tuesday the political and humanitarian endeavors being exerted by Saudi Arabia to address the current critical situations in the Gaza Strip as well as in Lebanon. The Cabinet session, chaired by Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman …

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s benchmark stock index Tadawul All Share Index (TASI) rose 42 points (0.4 percent) to close at 12,002 points on Tuesday. Total turnover reached about SR 7.3 billion. The gainers included 144 companies among the 241 listed companies while the shares of 81 companies …

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) or inflation rate remained steady at 1.7 percent in September 2024, compared to September 2023, maintaining stability throughout the year. This was revealed in the monthly statistical report, released by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) on Tuesday. “This …

As the year draws to a close, consumers and brands in the KSA and the wider region gear up for what we call the Golden Quarter—a period busy with shopping events and sales. From Singles’ Day to Black Friday and Cyber Monday, this season is often viewed through a …

Saudi Gazette report AMMAN — Saudi Ambassador to Jordan Naif Al-Sudairi presented on Tuesday a check to UNRWA Commissioner General Philippe Lazzarini as a contribution from Saudi Arabia to support programs and operations of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). Al-Sudairi …

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The first-ever Ronnie O’Sullivan Snooker Academy was officially launched on Monday in Boulevard City, Riyadh. The CEO of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), Faisal Bafarat, inaugurated the academy, with world snooker champion Ronnie O’Sullivan and Saudi Snooker Federation President Dr. Nasser Al-Shammari in attendance. As …

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) or inflation rate remained steady at 1.7 percent in September 2024, compared to September 2023, maintaining stability throughout the year. This was revealed in the monthly statistical report, released by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) on Tuesday. “This …

RIYADH — The New Murabba Development Company has announced notable progress in the construction of its urban destination, having completed 86% of the excavation work at the Mukaab site and relocated over 10 million cubic meters of soil. The company has also recorded over three million safe working hours, underscoring …