Remotely possible: Saudi Arabia launches work-from-home program

Remotely possible launched recently by the Labor Ministry will offer 200,000 work opportunities for people struggling to travel to their workplaces, according to the...

Gaza audiences enjoy first night out at the movies in 20 years

Palestinians in the Gaza Strip are enjoying their first night out at the movies since political tensions led to the torching of cinemas in...

Iran’s coronavirus death toll rises above 22,000 – health ministry

DUBAI, Sept 4 (Reuters) - Iran's death toll from the novel coronavirus rose by 118 to 22,044 health ministry spokeswoman told state TV on...

Black belt Lina empowers fellow Jordanian women

Taekwondo black belt Lina Khalifeh started teaching self-defence to Jordanian friends in her parents' basement in 2010 after one of them confided that her...

The Holy month of Ramadan starts today

Millions of Muslims around the world will mark the start of the holy month of Ramadan on Monday, a time marked by intense prayer,...

Saudi Arabia reshuffles military, promotes woman at labour ministry

Saudi Arabia has replaced some of its top military officers in a shake-up that elevates a younger generation, brings a woman into a...

Saudi tightens rules for scholarships to study abroad

The Saudi Arabian government has decided on new eligibility requirements on its multi-billion dollar scholarship programme for young Saudis who study for university degrees...

Saudi Arabia plans new sovereign wealth fund

Saudi Arabia plans to create a new sovereign fund to manage part of its oil wealth and diversify its investments, and has asked investment...

Qatar launches probe after rains exposed poor construction

Qatar has launched an investigation after heavy rains exposed poor construction in a country set to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup, a deluge...

Saudi prince seeks to assure Saudis after triple bombings

Saudi Arabia's crown prince and anti-terror tsar sought on Tuesday to reassure Saudis of the country's security after suicide attacks targeting the holy city...

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