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Saudi Arabia: Saudi News: 13,500-year-old settlement found in Nefud Desert, 190km trade links stun archaeologists | World News

Ancient settlement dating back 13,500 years found, advanced tools and trade networks unearthed / Image: file Saudi Arabia’s Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) announced a groundbreaking archaeological find that pushes back the timeline of human history in the Arabian Peninsula. Deep in the rugged landscapes of AlUla, researchers uncovered evidence of a human settlement dating […]

Iran war impact: Sri Lanka shifts to 4-day week to conserve fuel

Representative image (AI-generated) Amid the ongoing Middle East crisis, Sri Lanka has declared every Wednesday a public holiday to conserve fuel as the island nation grapples with possible shortages following the US and Israel’s war with Iran.President Anura Kumara Dissanayake speaking at an emergency meeting with senior officials on Monday, said, “We must prepare for […]

Why Trump may find it hard to reopen Strait of Hormuz

A fuel tanker vehicle destroyed in US-Israeli strikes in Tehran US President Donald Trump has demanded help from allies to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. But even if he can assemble a major coalition it could prove very hard to end Iran’s blockade.Iran lies along one side of the narrow strait and has responded to […]

Dubai News: AED2.8 billion raised: Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed’s ‘Edge of Life’ campaign surpasses goal to fight childhood hunger | World News

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai announced that the ‘Edge of Life’ campaign has exceeded its target before the end of Ramadan and concluded with success, having raised over AED2.822 billion. An estimated 44,208 contributors including individuals, businesses and prominent humanitarian and philanthropy organisations contributed […]

‘Trying to drive a wedge’: JD Vance pushes back on questions about differences with Trump on Iran

President Donald Trump smiles as Vice President JD Vance speaks in the Oval Office of the White House, Monday, March 16, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson) US Vice President JD Vance on Monday (US local time) pushed back against what he described as attempts to “drive a wedge” between him and President Donald […]

Morocco’s King Mohammed VI leads emotional Laylat ul Qadr prayer at Royal Palace in Rabat

Morocco’s Royal Palace Hosts Spiritual Laylat ul Qadr Vigil Led by King Mohammed VI The sacred night of Laylat ul Qadr, regarded as the holiest night in the Islamic calendar, was marked with deep spiritual devotion in Rabat as Mohammed VI, King of Morocco, presided over a solemn religious vigil at the Royal Palace. The […]

Ramadan 2026 holiest night Laylat ul Qadr: Thousands gather for Night of Power prayers in UAE and Saudi Arabia

Ramadan 2026: Thousands Fill Mosques in UAE and Saudi Arabia for Laylat ul Qadr (Night of Power) Prayers As Ramadan enters its most spiritually significant phase, thousands of Muslim worshippers across the Gulf have gathered in mosques for special prayers marking Laylat ul Qadr, widely regarded as the holiest night in Islam. Believers in the […]

Eid ul Fitr 2026 moon sighted in Saudi Arabia? KSA Supreme Court calls Muslims to spot Shawwal AH 1447 crescent on March 18

Saudi Arabia Eid ul Fitr 2026 moon sighting: KSA Supreme Court Asks Muslims to Search for Shawwal AH 1447 Crescent Ahead of Eid As the holy month of Ramadan 2026 draws to a close, Muslims around the world are preparing for one of the most anticipated moments of the Islamic calendar and that is the […]

Dubai, Doha travel alert: Oman Air cancels flights to 9 cities until March 31 amid airspace disruptions due to Iran vs US-Israel war

Middle East Flight Chaos: Oman Air Cancels Services to 9 Major Destinations Including Dubai and Doha, Amid Iran vs US-Israel War The ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to disrupt regional aviation, with Oman Air confirming that flights to several international destinations will remain suspended until March 31 as airspace restrictions across the […]

Emirates resumes flights after shutdown due to security incident at Dubai International Airport: What travellers need to know amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Relief for Travellers: Emirates Restarts Flights from Dubai After Temporary Halt Due To Drone Incident Near Airport Amid Iran vs US-Israel War The Middle East aviation sector has begun stabilising after a brief but significant disruption, with Emirates confirming that it has resumed flight operations following a temporary suspension triggered by security concerns in the […]