Author: Editorial Team
For Emirati overlander Waleed Al Shamsi, a year-long drive from the UAE to South Africa was never simply about reaching a destination. The journey, which took him across multiple African countries including Ethiopia, Uganda, Zambia, and Angola, was driven by a desire to challenge himself, step away from routine, and experience the world at a slower pace. “I wanted to push my own boundaries, step out of routine and experience the world in a way that felt slower, richer and more personal,” Al Shamsi told Khaleej Times. “Africa had always inspired me because of its scale, its diversity, and the…
After completing their Hajj rituals, international pilgrims are visiting the Hira Cultural District, a premier cultural destination in Makkah that uses modern digital technologies to offer enriching experiences that deepen visitors’ understanding of Islamic history and human civilization. The site features a diverse range of interactive pavilions providing carefully curated, multilingual educational content. By blending visual displays with contemporary digital media, these spaces communicate essential Islamic and human values in an engaging manner that accommodates various linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 goals to elevate service quality and enhance the spiritual journey of visitors, the district provides spacious open…
SEOUL — North Korea has reaffirmed its status as a nuclear-armed state and rejected international efforts aimed at denuclearization, just days before Chinese President Xi Jinping is scheduled to begin a state visit to Pyongyang. According to North Korean state media, Kim Yo-jong, the influential sister of leader Kim Jong-un, said the country’s nuclear status is “absolutely irreversible” and that its nuclear weapons program is non-negotiable. Her remarks came as Xi prepares for a two-day visit to North Korea beginning Monday, marking his first trip to the country in seven years. The visit follows Xi’s recent meetings in Beijing with…
GENEVA — The World Health Organization (WHO) said on Saturday that the number of confirmed hantavirus cases remains at 13, with no new deaths reported for more than a month. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the outbreak has resulted in 13 cases, including three deaths. “The number of cases reported to WHO remains 13, including three deaths,” Tedros said in a post on X. He added that no additional fatalities have been reported to the UN health agency in more than a month and that WHO remains in close contact with governments where patients are receiving treatment or where…
Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef met in St. Petersburg with leaders of the Sistema investment group to explore cooperation opportunities in high-priority industrial sectors, focusing discussions on localizing advanced technologies within the Kingdom and developing industrial cities to strengthen national industrial capabilities and secure local supply chains. In a related development, Alkhorayef visited the Karpinsky Russian Geological Institute to discuss opportunities for exchanging scientific expertise in geological mapping and mineral exploration technologies. This collaboration is designed to advance geological knowledge and accelerate the strategic expansion of Saudi Arabia’s mining sector. These engagements align with the ministry’s broader efforts to…
WASHINGTON — US Central Command (CENTCOM) said on Saturday that American forces shot down two Iranian one-way attack drones over the Strait of Hormuz, adding the aircraft posed a threat to international maritime traffic in the strategic waterway. In a statement posted on X, CENTCOM said US forces intercepted the drones earlier in the day. “Earlier today, US forces in the Middle East shot down two Iranian one-way attack drones that threatened international maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz,” the command said. CENTCOM added that US forces remain prepared to respond to further threats in the region. “US forces…
TEHRAN — Pakistani Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said on Saturday that he carried a special message from Pakistan’s political and military leadership to Iran’s leader during a visit to Tehran. According to Iran’s official news agency IRNA, Naqvi made the remarks following talks with Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni. Naqvi said he was delivering a message from Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir to Iranian leader Ayatollah Seyed Mojtaba Khamenei regarding current regional developments. “I think this is an important message,” Naqvi said, expressing hope that ongoing regional crises could be resolved…
Systematic field trials led by research institutions and local farmers in Najran have introduced new crops and innovative farming systems to diversify production, conserve water, and enhance food security, following initial soil and water studies that guided the deployment of model plots and farmer training programs to promote improved agricultural practices across the region. A standout experiment successfully produced rice using drip irrigation, reducing water consumption through automated timers and regulated drying periods. Model farms also achieved success with stevia, a natural low-calorie sweetener, and nitrogen-fixing broad beans, which improve soil health and decrease reliance on chemical fertilizers. The trials integrated advanced…
The Muslim World League (MWL) strongly condemned Iranian aggression targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait. In a statement issued by the General Secretariat, MWL Secretary-General and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa reiterated his condemnation of these repeated criminal Iranian attacks, which violate all religious values, international laws, and humanitarian norms, and undermine efforts to restore security and stability in the region. He affirmed the league’s full solidarity with Bahrain and Kuwait in all measures they undertake to safeguard their security, sovereignty, and the safety of their citizens and residents. Source:…
MANAMA — Bahrain on Saturday strongly condemned Iranian attacks targeting Bahraini and Kuwaiti territory, describing them as a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of both countries and a threat to security and stability across the Gulf region. In a statement carried by the Bahrain News Agency, the Foreign Ministry said the incoming missiles were successfully intercepted by Bahraini defenses. The ministry also accused Iran of violating UN Security Council Resolution 2817 (2026), which condemned Iranian attacks and attempts to disrupt international maritime navigation or close the Strait of Hormuz. Bahrain called on Tehran to immediately halt what it described as…