Gazans see no relief as Israel intensifies assault
GAZA: Israel’s military pushed deeper towards the most populated areas of Gaza City on Tuesday, a stark reminder for Gazans that Western powers’ recognition of a Palestinian state…
Haj registration begins
The Ministry of Awqaf and Religious Affairs has announced that online registration for the 1447 AH Haj season has begun on Tuesday and will continue until October 8.There has been…
Cease air violations over members: Nato to Russia
BRUSSELS: Nato on Tuesday warned Russia to stop an “escalatory” pattern of airspace violations along its eastern flank, after the alliance held urgent talks about a jet incursion o…
Europe proposes new delay to anti-deforestation rules
BRUSSELS: The EU said that it will seek a new one-year delay to sweeping anti-deforestation rules cheered by green groups but assailed by key trading partners from the United State…
EU, WHO counter Trump’s warnings on autism and pregnancy
GENEVA: European Union and British health agencies confirmed on Tuesday the safety of paracetamol during pregnancy, disputing a warning from US President Donald Trump linking the p…
Are you over-giving or just avoiding guilt?
We often wear our generosity like a badge of honour. We tell ourselves we are being kind, selfless and loving – the kind of person everyone can count on. However, are you giving be…
Beyond appearances: The cost of false leadership
Invisible leaders rarely step into the spotlight but whose loyalty and commitment sustain institutions in ways that often go unrecognised. They remind us that leadership is not alw…
‘I don’t recognise my country,’ says Angelina Jolie
American actress Angelina Jolie said Sunday she no longer recognises her country, voicing concern over threats to free expression while presenting her latest film at Spain’s San Se…
Oman’s enduring ties celebrated in Sadaaqa
Long before oil reshaped the Gulf, Oman and India shared enduring connections through trade, migration and cultural exchange. These ties are vividly reflected in Sadaaqa: Partnersh…
Museum or sheikh? World’s second largest diamond awaits home
The world’s second largest diamond could soon find a new home in a museum or a sheikh’s collection — but first needs to be properly evaluated, the Belgian firm holding it told AFP…