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US University of New Haven to Open Branch Campus in Riyadh

Officials sign an agreement on April 13 to open a branch campus of the University of New Haven in Riyadh. (Saudi Ministry of Investment)
Officials sign an agreement on April 13 to open a branch campus of the University of New Haven in Riyadh. (Saudi Ministry of Investment)
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US University of New Haven to Open Branch Campus in Riyadh

Officials sign an agreement on April 13 to open a branch campus of the University of New Haven in Riyadh. (Saudi Ministry of Investment)
Officials sign an agreement on April 13 to open a branch campus of the University of New Haven in Riyadh. (Saudi Ministry of Investment)

The Saudi cabinet, chaired by Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, approved on Tuesday the establishment of a branch campus of the University of New Haven in Riyadh, supporting the Kingdom’s ambitious Vision 2030 economic and social transformation goals.

On April 13, the university had signed a memorandum with the Kingdom’s Ministry of Education, Ministry of Investment, and the Royal Commission for Riyadh City to open a UNH branch in the fall of 2026.

On its website, the University said: “We are excited to advance this work by establishing a campus in Riyadh that supports the Kingdom’s transformative Vision 2030 goals.”

UNH President Jens Frederiksen said: “The University has been an active supporter of higher education in Saudi Arabia for more than 20 years, both within the Kingdom and on our Connecticut campus.”

“Our commitment to international education has generated significant global attention and awareness for our vision of delivering an unparalleled return on investment for our domestic and international students,” he added.

The university’s campus in Riyadh will feature a College of Business and Digital Innovation; a College of Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing; and a College of Arts and Applied Sciences.

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Turaif Governorate Adorned in Green in Preparation for Saudi National Day

The governorate is also hosting a diverse array of national, cultural, and artistic events - SPA
The governorate is also hosting a diverse array of national, cultural, and artistic events - SPA
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Turaif Governorate Adorned in Green in Preparation for Saudi National Day

The governorate is also hosting a diverse array of national, cultural, and artistic events - SPA
The governorate is also hosting a diverse array of national, cultural, and artistic events - SPA

Turaif Governorate in Northern Borders Region has been adorned in green in preparation for Saudi National Day.

The municipality showcased its preparations by decorating the streets with flags and green lighting, SPA reported.

The governorate is also hosting a diverse array of national, cultural, and artistic events, combining patriotic performances and entertainment programs with activities tailored for families and children.

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Green Riyadh Launches Tree-Planting and Cleanup Campaign

File photo of the Saudi capital Riyadh - File/AAWSAT
File photo of the Saudi capital Riyadh - File/AAWSAT
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Green Riyadh Launches Tree-Planting and Cleanup Campaign

File photo of the Saudi capital Riyadh - File/AAWSAT
File photo of the Saudi capital Riyadh - File/AAWSAT

Green Riyadh, one of the programs overseen by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City, has launched a tree-planting and cleanup campaign at Shuaib Umm Qasr to coincide with Saudi National Day celebrations, the Saudi Press Agency said Sunday.

The campaign will be held on September 23 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is open to male and female volunteers from all segments of society. Participants will receive volunteer certificates in recognition of their active contributions to environmental service.

The initiative aims to attract volunteers to participate in tree planting and cleanup activities, thereby promoting community engagement and a culture of volunteerism while supporting national efforts to protect the environment and achieve sustainability.

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82-year-old Dies after Beach Fight in Greece over Sun Lounger

Tourists from a nearby hotel watch military helicopters fly overhead during Medusa 15, a joint military exercise led by Greece and Egypt, at Maleme on the Greek island of Crete, Friday, Sept. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis)
Tourists from a nearby hotel watch military helicopters fly overhead during Medusa 15, a joint military exercise led by Greece and Egypt, at Maleme on the Greek island of Crete, Friday, Sept. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis)
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82-year-old Dies after Beach Fight in Greece over Sun Lounger

Tourists from a nearby hotel watch military helicopters fly overhead during Medusa 15, a joint military exercise led by Greece and Egypt, at Maleme on the Greek island of Crete, Friday, Sept. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis)
Tourists from a nearby hotel watch military helicopters fly overhead during Medusa 15, a joint military exercise led by Greece and Egypt, at Maleme on the Greek island of Crete, Friday, Sept. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis)

An 82-year-old man died Sunday after he got into a fight over a sun lounger on a beach in Greece near Athens, local media reported.

The octogenarian had a dispute with a 76-year-old man and a 21-year-old woman over the sun lounger, with the argument degenerating into a scuffle between the two men, according to police, the ANA news agency and ERT state television channel reported.

The 82-year-old, badly hurt, was transported to hospital from the Vouliagmeni beach resort area where the argument broke out. He was later declared dead at the hospital, AFP said.

Both the 76-year-old man and the 21-year-old woman were arrested, ANA said, with police investigating what happened.