Business
Central Riyadh flexible office occupancy nears 90% as international firms drive demand: JLL
Central Riyadh flexible office occupancy nears 90% as international firms drive demand: JLL
Arab News
Sports
MENA Golf Tour confirms Cairo start of 2026-27 season
MENA Golf Tour confirms Cairo start of 2026-27 season
Sports
Dubai Basketball lose first home game of the season against Crvena Zvezda
Dubai Basketball lose first home game of the season against Crvena Zvezda
Sports
Desert Vipers to kick off defence of DP World ILT20 title in November
Desert Vipers to kick off defence of DP World ILT20 title in November
Culture
‘Photographing Distance’ exhibition opens in Jeddah
‘Photographing Distance’ exhibition opens in Jeddah
Politics
Exclusive: Details of visa-free travel to Europe expected at GCC-EU summit
During the upcoming EU-GCC summit on October 24 in Riyadh, GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Al-Budaiwi announced that a significant step towards waiving Schengen visa requirements for citizens of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, and Kuwait is anticipated. Currently, only the UAE enjoys visa-free travel in the Schengen Area, and although positive developments regarding this issue are expected, a GCC-EU Free Trade Agreement is unlikely to be resolved at this summit.
News
Saudia pilot killed in attack on Riyadh airport
Saudi Arabia's civil aviation authority confirmed that King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh was attacked twice, resulting in the death of three individuals, including Saudia Airlines pilot Captain Hamoud Ali Al-Kalthami. Emergency response teams acted promptly, and while the airport resumed normal operations, several people sustained injuries requiring medical attention.
Business
Saudi Council of Economic and Development Affairs notes private sector momentum
Saudi Council of Economic and Development Affairs notes private sector momentum
News
Yemen military official: We are advancing on many fronts and Sanaa is the main battle
Yemeni Deputy Minister of Defense, Major General Samir Al-Sabri, reported significant military progress in the Battle of Marib, highlighting that Sanaa is the main focus of the current conflict. He indicated that multiple fronts, including the West Coast and Taiz Governorate, are actively engaged, with ongoing battles and strategic control of key locations like Bab al-Mandab and Al-Waziyah essential to countering Houthi forces. Al-Sabri emphasized the importance of disrupting Houthi supply lines and acknowledged the role of international support in the conflict.
News
Five dead as bottom of Istanbul building crumbles
Five people lost their lives, including three children, in a building collapse in Istanbul’s Asian side, with the bottom floors giving way. Rescue operations have concluded after finding the last victim.
Health
A US patent for a heart valve at King Saud University
King Saud University has received a US patent for a tri-leaflet mechanical heart valve created by Dr. Rakan bin Ibrahim Nazer, aimed at improving blood flow and reducing regurgitation. This innovative design features three movable leaflets that work in coordination, marking a significant advancement in mechanical heart valve technology.
Culture
Jameel Arts & Health Lab highlights healing power of arts at UN General Assembly in NYC
Jameel Arts & Health Lab highlights healing power of arts at UN General Assembly in NYC
Lifestyle
Saudi fashion designer Alia Al-Salmi brings Kingdom’s heritage to global stage
Saudi fashion designer Alia Al-Salmi brings Kingdom’s heritage to global stage
Science
Walking through flames: orangutan rescued in Indonesia fires
Novita, an orangutan, was rescued from forest fires in Indonesia’s Borneo. The fires have been threatening the endangered species, prompting conservation efforts.
Sports
Syria to host UAE President’s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses
Syria to host UAE President’s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses
Sports
KSA and Japan continue close racing partnership with 2026 Saudi Arabia Royal Cup in Tokyo
KSA and Japan continue close racing partnership with 2026 Saudi Arabia Royal Cup in Tokyo