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Gold Flashes Past $4,700/oz as Trump Threats Dampen Global Sentiment

Gold jumped past $4,700 per ounce for the first time on Tuesday, while silver traded near a record high, as US President Donald Trump's threats to slap extra…

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A photograph shows a demolished structure inside the headquarters of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) in the Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood of Israeli-annexed east Jerusalem on January 20, 2026. (AFP)

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Israel Begins Demolitions Inside UNRWA Headquarters in East Jerusalem

Israeli bulldozers began demolishing structures inside the headquarters of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) in east Jerusalem on Tuesday, an AFP…

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Displaced Palestinians shelter in a tent camp in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza Strip, January 19, 2026. (Reuters)

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China Confirms Invited to Join Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’

Beijing confirmed on Tuesday that China had been invited to join US President Donald Trump's "Board of Peace". "China has received the United States'…

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Police officers inspect remains of a Russian suicide drone, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine, January 20, 2026. (Reuters)

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Over 5,000 Kyiv Buildings Without Power after Russian Attack

A Russian aerial attack overnight on the Ukrainian capital has left thousands of residential buildings without heating in minus 14C temperatures, mayor Vitali…

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Syria Says Sharaa, Trump Discuss Kurdish Rights as Forces Deploy in Country’s North, East

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Syrian government forces brandish their weapons as they take possession of the SDF military base as they enter the city of Raqqa on January 19, 2026. (AFP)

Syria Says Sharaa, Trump Discuss Kurdish Rights as Forces Deploy in Country’s North, East

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and US President Donald Trump discussed guaranteeing Kurdish rights in a phone call on Monday, Syria's presidency said, a day…

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Members of the Spanish Civil Guard crime department work next to the trains involved in the accident, at the site of a deadly derailment of two high-speed trains near Adamuz, in Cordoba, Spain, January 19, 2026. (Reuters)

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Spain Mourns as Train Crash Toll Rises to 40

Spain begins three days of national mourning on Tuesday for the 40 people killed in a high-speed train crash that the prime minister has vowed to investigate. …

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Famine spreads in North Darfur and South Kordofan in Sudan (AP)

Arab World

UN: More Than 8 Million Sudanese Need Food in 2026

Sudan continues to face critical gaps in humanitarian nutrition services, exacerbated by ongoing conflict, displacement, and limited access to health and…

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North Korea's Kim Sacks Vice Premier, Rails Against 'Incompetence'

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un speaks as he inspects the first phase of the renovation of the Ryongsong Machine Complex, in Pyongyang, North Korea, January 19, 2026, in this picture released by North Korea's official Korean Central News Agency. KCNA via REUTERS

Al-Khanbashi: Hadramout Has Been Liberated from Al-Zubaidi, UAE's Hegemony

Hadramout Governor and a member of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council, Salem al-Khanbashi gives a media briefing in the port city of Mukalla in Hadramout, Yemen, January 19, 2026. (Reuters)

GCC Chief Welcomes Syrian Government's Agreement with SDF

Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi. GCC

Saudi FM Holds Phone Calls with US Envoy for Syria, Omani Counterpart, US Secretary of State

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah.

Saudi Arabia, Algeria Discuss Security Cooperation

Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz meet in Algiers on Monday. (SPA)

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Lebanese army chief General Rodolphe Haykal. Photo: Army command

Lebanese Army Chief to Make Pivotal Visit to Washington Next Month

Men walk along a street past destroyed high-rise building, as efforts to restore the city's infrastructure resumes after nearly three years of devastation caused by war, in the Sudanese capital Khartoum on January 17, 2025. (AFP)

Khartoum Markets Back to Life but 'Nothing Like Before'

Mark Winterhoff, interim CEO of Lucid (Company)

Lucid in 2026: 'Made in Saudi Arabia' Label Goes Global

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas’ advisor Dr. Mahmoud Al-Habbash. WAFA

Palestinian President’s Advisor: Board of Peace, Related Entities Are a ‘Temporary Arrangement’

Yemeni officials are seen at the consultative meet in in Riyadh on Sunday. (Reuters)

Southern Yemen Leaders Seek Just Solutions at Upcoming Dialogue Conference in Riyadh

This photograph taken on January 18, 2026 shows a view of the Alpine resort of Davos with the Congress Center that will host the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting. (Photo by Fabrice COFFRINI / AFP)

Saudi Arabia in Davos: Participation in Dialogues on World Economy, Geopolitical Changes

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Caption: Saudi Arabia seeks comprehensive solutions for southern Yemenis through the forthcoming dialogue (Reuters).

Saudi Support for Inclusive Southern Dialogue Without Monopoly or Exclusion

Ali Rabih (Aden) since 1 hour

GCC Chief Welcomes Syrian Government's Agreement with SDF

Saudi FM Holds Phone Calls with US Envoy for Syria, Omani Counterpart, US Secretary of State

Saudi Arabia, Algeria Discuss Security Cooperation

Saudi FM Holds Separate Talks with Jordanian, Turkish Counterparts

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah looks on during a meeting with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty (not pictured) at Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Cairo, Egypt, 05 January 2026. (EPA)

Saudi Permanent Representative to Arab League Meets with Somali Counterpart

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Israel Begins Demolitions Inside UNRWA Headquarters in East Jerusalem

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Hamas Leaders Prepare for 'Safe Exit' from Gaza, Amid Doubts Over Return

A Palestinian child is seen as fighters from Hamas’ Qassam Brigades search for the bodies of Israeli hostages in the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza, last December. (EPA)

China Confirms Invited to Join Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’

UN: More Than 8 Million Sudanese Need Food in 2026

Lebanese Army Chief to Make Pivotal Visit to Washington Next Month

Al-Khanbashi: Hadramout Has Been Liberated from Al-Zubaidi, UAE's Hegemony

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A visitor places a pebble at a memorial site in remembrance to the lives lost during the Bondi Beach mass shooting on December 14, 2025, in Sydney, Australia, January 16, 2026. (Reuters)

Australian Lawmakers Back Stricter Gun, Hate Crime Laws

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Macron Sent Message to Trump Offering to Host G7 Meeting in Paris Thursday

French President Emmanuel Macron wears sunglasses as he speaks as he leads a meeting on New-Caledonia at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France, 19 January 2026. EPA/STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN / POOL MAXPPP OUT

ISIS Claims Deadly Blast at Chinese-run Restaurant in Afghan Capital

Security forces stand at the site of an explosion in Kabul, Afghanistan, 19 January 2026. EPA/SAMIULLAH POPAL

Over 5,000 Kyiv Buildings Without Power after Russian Attack

Spain Mourns as Train Crash Toll Rises to 40

North Korea's Kim Sacks Vice Premier, Rails Against 'Incompetence'

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US-Saudi Business Council President: Critical Minerals Cooperation Enhances Supply Chain Resilience

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Gold Flashes Past $4,700/oz as Trump Threats Dampen Global Sentiment

(FILES) Gold wafers are displayed at Galeri 24, a state-owned gold retailer, in Surabaya, East Java, on October 16, 2025, as Indonesia's gold price stays near record highs and demand for safe-haven assets remains strong. (Photo by Juni KRISWANTO / AFP)

IMF Raises Saudi Arabia’s Growth Forecast to 4.5% in 2026

Oil Gains on Upbeat China Data; Greenland in the Spotlight

A view of Petroleum Industry of Serbia (NIS) oil refinery in Pancevo, Serbia, Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Vojinovic)

Trump's Greenland Threat Puts Europe Inc back in Tariff Crosshairs

A worker adjusts European Union and US flags at the EU Commission headquarters in Brussels, November 11, 2013.

IMF Upgrades Outlook for Surprisingly Resilient World Economy to 3.3% Growth this Year

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Italy Uncovers Basilica Designed by Vitruvius, the 'Father of Architecture'

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A handout photo made available by Regione Marche press office shows the excavations in Piazza Andrea Costa from which large columns emerge, remains believed of the Basilica of Vitruvius, in Fano, Italy, 19 January 2026. (EPA/Regione Marche press office)

Italy Uncovers Basilica Designed by Vitruvius, the 'Father of Architecture'

Italian officials on Monday hailed the discovery of a more than 2,000-year-old public building attributed to Vitruvius, the ancient Roman architect and…

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People wait for the Louvre museum to open as employees at the Louvre Museum vote to extend a strike that has disrupted operations at the world's most visited museum, Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025 in Paris. (AP)

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French TV Broadcasts Louvre Robbery Images

Footage of the spectacular robbery at the Louvre Museum has been broadcast for the first time on French television, showing the brazen jewel thieves breaking…

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Culture

Cultural Development Fund Highlights Economic Value of Saudi Culture in Davos

The Cultural Development Fund (CDF) is participating in the Saudi House pavilion initiative, led by the Ministry of Economy and Planning, during the Annual…

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Culture

The cooperation agreement aims to support local and regional artisans and designers. SPA

Culture

Red Sea Museum Signs Cooperation Agreement to Support Artisans and Designers

Saudi Arabia’s Museums Commission announced the signing of a cooperation agreement between the Red Sea Museum and Ahmed Angawi Studio to launch the "Made in…

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Culture

Saudi Arabia Participates in Cairo International Book Fair 2026

The Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission will lead the Kingdom’s participation in the 57th edition of the Cairo International Book Fair 2026…

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Sports

Veteran Monfils Exits to Standing Ovation on Australian Open Farewell

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Gael Monfils of France acknowledges to the crowds after losing his Men’s Singles first round match against Dane Sweeny of Australia at the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne, Australia, 20 January 2026. (EPA)

Veteran Monfils Exits to Standing Ovation on Australian Open Farewell

French entertainer Gael Monfils was bundled out of the Australian Open in the first round on Tuesday in a brave farewell to a tournament he has lit up so many…

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Morocco's forward #07 Hamza Igamane reacts as he misses his penatly during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) semi-final football match between Nigeria and Morocco at the Prince Moulay Abdellah stadium in Rabat on January 14, 2026. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE / AFP)

Sports

Morocco's Igamane Suffers ACL Injury

Lille striker Hamza Igamane suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury in Morocco's Africa Cup of Nations final against Senegal, the Ligue 1 side announced…

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Kazakhstan's Elena Rybakina signs autographs after her victory against Slovenia's Kaja Juvan in their women's singles match on day three of the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne on January 20, 2026. (AFP)

Sports

Precision-Serving Former Finalist Rybakina Powers on in Melbourne

Former finalist Elena Rybakina warned Tuesday if her serve was firing she would be a threat at the Australian Open, after reinforcing her title credentials…

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Indonesia's Janice Tjen prepares to serve Canada's Leylah Fernandez during their women's singles match on day three of the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne on January 20, 2026. (AFP)

Sports

Tjen First Indonesian to Win at Australian Open in 28 Years

Janice Tjen called it "special" after she pulled off an upset to become the first Indonesian to win a match at the Australian Open in 28 years on Tuesday. …

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Sports

Madison Keys of USA celebrates winning her match against Oleksandra Oliynykova of Ukraine in their Women's Singles first round match on day 3 of the Australian Open tennis tournament at KIA Arena in Melbourne, Australia, 20 January 2026. (EPA)

Sports

‘Timid’ Keys Makes Shaky Start to Australian Open Title Defense

A jittery Madison Keys said Tuesday she was "too timid" after getting the defense of her Australian Open crown off to a stuttering start, losing the first four…

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Wave of Low Temperature Brings Rare Snowfall to Shanghai

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A woman holding an umbrella rides a bicycle amid snowfall in Shanghai, China January 20, 2026. (Reuters)

Wave of Low Temperature Brings Rare Snowfall to Shanghai

A wave of low temperature sweeping southern China brought rare snowfall to Shanghai on Tuesday, delighting residents of the financial hub as authorities…

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View of gentoo (Pygoscelis papua) penguins at the Paradise Bay in the Gerlache Strait -which separates the Palmer Archipelago from the Antarctic Peninsula, on January 20, 2024. (AFP)

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Researchers Find Antarctic Penguin Breeding Is Heating up Sooner, and That’s a Problem

Warming temperatures are forcing Antarctic penguins to breed earlier and that's a big problem for two of the cute tuxedoed species that face extinction by the…

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This image taken from video provided by WZZM shows part of a severe multi-car pileup leading Michigan State Police to shut down an interstate south of Grand Rapids Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, in Ottawa County, Mich. (WZZM via AP)

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100 Vehicles Pile Up in Michigan Crash Amid Snowstorm

More than 100 vehicles smashed into each other or slid off an interstate in Michigan on Monday as snow fueled by the Great Lakes blanketed the state. The…

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A man makes his way in the heavy snow in Uonuma, Niigata Prefecture, Japan, Dec. 20, 2022. (Reuters)

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Japan’s Airlines Cancel Flights as Blizzards Hit Northwest Coast

Strong winds and heavy snowfall forced the cancellation of dozens of airline flights headed to and from Japan's northwestern coast, the country's largest…

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A lifeguard patrols North Steyne beach as beaches are closed after recent shark attacks, in Sydney, Australia, January 20, 2026. (Reuters)

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Surfer Bitten in 4th Shark Attack off Australia’s East Coast in 3 Days

A surfer had minor injuries from being bitten by a shark Tuesday in the fourth attack off the coast of Australia's most populous state in three days. The…

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