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World Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer holds a press conference on Russia stopping gas deliveries to Austria, in Vienna, Austria, November 15, 2024. REUTERS/Lisa Leutner/ File Photo

Austria Offers Syrian Refugees 1,000 Euros to Return Home

Austria's conservative-led government said on Friday it is offering Syrian refugees a "return bonus" of 1,000 euros ($1,050) to move back to their home country…

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World The UN nuclear watchdog, led by Rafael Grossi, says that Iran has agreed to increased monitoring at a key uranium enrichment site - AFP

IAEA Says Iran Agrees to More Monitoring at Fordo Enrichment Plant

Iran has agreed to increased monitoring by the UN nuclear watchdog at its Fordo enrichment plant, following its plans to ramp up production of highly enriched…

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Arab League Condemns Israeli Incursion into Syrian Demilitarized Zone, Nearby Sites

The Arab League held an emergency meeting Thursday to condemn Israel's incursion into Syria and its threat to regional and international peace. Permanent…

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World US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arriving in Baghdad, in an unannounced stop on a regional tour to discuss Syria - AFP

Blinken Pledges to Work with Iraq against ISIS on Syria Crisis Tour

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken promised Friday to work with Iraq to ensure no resurgence of the ISIS group after Bashar al-Assad's overthrow in…

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The 'Smuggler' of Syrian Torture Archives Reveals His True Identity

Features Sami reveals to “Asharq Al-Awsat” that he is Osama Othman

The 'Smuggler' of Syrian Torture Archives Reveals His True Identity

For many years, the world only knew them by the aliases Caesar and Sami. Since 2014, these two names have been associated with documenting torture in Syrian…

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World 08 December 2024, Israel, Golan Heights: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (R) and Defense Minister Israel Katz (L) visit an observation point on Mt. Bental on the Golan Heights bordering Syria. Photo: Koby Gideon/GPO/dpa

Israeli Defense Minister Orders Troops to Prepare to Spend Winter on Mount Hermon

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has ordered Israeli troops to prepare to stay over the winter on Mount Hermon, a strategic location overlooking Damascus,…

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Arab World UN Special Envoy to Syria Geir Pedersen (AFP)

UN Syria Envoy Sees 'Many Challenges' for Syria Stabilization

The UN special envoy for Syria sees many challenges ahead for stabilising Syria, he said via a spokesperson on Friday, as opposition leaders seek to stamp…

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UNESCO, Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Foundation to Celebrate World Arabic Day Next Wednesday

Culture (FILES) A photo shows a view of the Eiffel Tower from the rooftops of Paris, on July 31, 2024. (Photo by Valentine CHAPUIS / AFP)

UNESCO, Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Foundation to Celebrate World Arabic Day Next Wednesday

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), in partnership with the Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Foundation, will observe…

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Culture The tripartite partnership will see RCU work closely with two UK Ministries

RCU, UK Forge Strategic Partnership to Boost AlUla's Cultural and Economic Growth

Saudi Arabia’s Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has announced a new strategic partnership with the United Kingdom to deepen cross-cultural links between the…

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Culture The forum will feature a variety of panel discussions and specialized workshops designed to encourage and enhance reading practices

Saudi Libraries Commission to Organize International Reading Forum in Riyadh Next Week

Saudi Arabia’s Libraries Commission is scheduled to host the "International Reading Forum" from December 19 to 21 at the Conference Center of King Abdullah…

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Culture The MoU aims to enrich cultural dialogue and preserve the national identity, enhance cooperation, and foster a deeper understanding of the culture of both countries. WAM

UAE, Philippines Agree to Enhance Bilateral Ties Through Culture

The UAE Ministry of Culture has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts of the Philippines to enhance…

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Cultural Development Fund, Red Sea Film Foundation Sign MoU for Joint Financing of Film Production

The Cultural Development Fund (CDF) and the Red Sea Film Foundation have announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding to co-finance film production…

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China Jails Ex-national Football Coach for 20 Years for Bribery

Sports FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - World Cup - Asia Qualifiers - Group B - Australia v China - Khalifa Stadium, Doha, Qatar - September 2, 2021 China coach Li Tie reacts REUTERS/Ibraheem Al Omari/File Photo

China Jails Ex-national Football Coach for 20 Years for Bribery

Li Tie, the former coach of the Chinese men's national soccer team has received a 20-year-prison sentence for bribery, Chinese state media reported Friday. …

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Sports Bayern's Harry Kane sits on the pitch after getting injured during the German Bundesliga soccer match between Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich at the Signal-Iduna Park in Dortmund, Germany, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. (Federico Gambarini/dpa/dpa via AP)

Harry Kane Set to Return for Bayern Munich Next Week after Injury

Harry Kane is set to make his return for Bayern Munich next week following a muscle injury, coach Vincent Kompany said Friday. The England captain hasn't…

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Sports The event marked the first day of the second week of the Jump Saudi international showjumping championship. SPA

Prince Abdullah bin Fahd Crowns Gaudiano as Champion of Saudi Equestrian Cup

Saudi Arabian Equestrian Federation (SAEF) chairman of the board of directors Prince Abdullah bin Fahd has crowned Italian rider Emanuele Gaudiano as the…

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Sports Formula One F1 - British Grand Prix - Silverstone Circuit, Silverstone, Britain - July 14, 2019 Eddie Jordan before the race REUTERS/Matthew Childs

Former F1 Boss Jordan Reveals 'Aggressive' Cancer Diagnosis

Former Formula One boss Eddie Jordan spoke on Thursday of going through "very dark days" after being diagnosed with prostate and bladder cancer earlier this…

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Sports Five Saudi Cities to Host 48 Teams in FIFA World Cup

Five Saudi Cities to Host 48 Teams in FIFA World Cup

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has outlined an ambitious and innovative path toward a more prosperous future, guided by Vision 2030. Hosting the FIFA World Cup…

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'Astro Bot' Wins Highest Award at Oscars of Video Games

Varieties Video game "Astro Bot" -- a family-friendly sci-fi adventure -- was named 2024's Game of the Year. AFP

'Astro Bot' Wins Highest Award at Oscars of Video Games

Video game "Astro Bot" -- a family-friendly sci-fi adventure -- was named 2024's Game of the Year on Thursday at the annual awards considered the Oscars of the…

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Varieties FILE - In this photo provided by the New Zealand Department of Conservation rangers Jim Fyfe and Tūmai Cassidy walk alongside what is believed to be a rare spade-toothed whale, on July 5, 2024, after its was found washed ashore on a beach near Otago, New Zealand. (Department of Conservation via AP, File)

New Zealand Scientists Suspect Specimen of World's Rarest Whale Died from Head Injuries

Scientists suspect the first complete specimen ever recorded of the world’s rarest whale died from head injuries, an expert said Friday. The first dissection…

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Varieties A 11-month-old bear cub, Junjun, plays in his enclosure at Shanghai Zoo, in Shanghai, China December 12, 2024. REUTERS/Casey Hall

Shanghai Bear Cub Becomes Breakout Star

Adoring crowds are flocking to a zoo in Shanghai to watch Junjun, a bear cub just 11 months old, as he frolics in his enclosure playing with toys, such as a…

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Varieties US President-elect Donald Trump appears on the 2024 Person of the Year cover of TIME, in this handout image. TIME/Handout via REUTERS

Time Magazine Names President-elect Trump 'Person of the Year'

Time magazine named US President-elect Donald Trump its "Person of the Year" on Thursday, citing his deep impact on American politics and the country's role in…

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Varieties Deep sea has fascinated people since time immemorial (Amaze Lab)

'Lost City' Deep in the Atlantic Like Nothing Else We've Ever Seen on Earth

The reality of what lies within our oceans has fascinated people since time immemorial, so it’s no wonder we’ve created countless myths about the watery depths…

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