‘Heavy hearts’: Popular restaurant Epocha to close
Australia's hospitality industry continues to be hit by yet another restaurant that has been operating for years and was set to close for good.
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US says plea deal reached with 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed
DHAKA, Bangladesh: Bangladesh observed a day of mourning on Tuesday to commemorate more than 200 people killed in recent weeks during violence that grew out of student protests over the South Asian country's quota system for government jobs. After weeks of peaceful student protests seeking to change the system — which reserves 30 percent of … Read more
Silicon Central Mall launches mental health awareness campaign
Silicon Central Mall, Dubai's premier shopping and lifestyle destination, is proud to announce the launch of a comprehensive mental health awareness campaign as part of its corporate social responsibility initiatives. This ground-breaking campaign aims to promote mental wellbeing, reduce the stigma associated with mental illness and support the community environment.
Hala Taxi, Silicon Central announce collaboration
Silicon Central, Dubai's premier shopping destination, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Hala Taxi to enhance customer satisfaction. This partnership introduces a special offer of 25% off the first three rides using the Careem app to and from Silicon Central, giving customers a more convenient and efficient transportation option. This partnership addresses existing … Read more
Arab countries responsible for 96.3 percent of Japan’s oil imports in June
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia posted a budget deficit of SR15.34 billion ($4.09 billion) in the second quarter of 2024, pushing this year's first-half shortfall to 35 percent of the annual forecast set by the finance ministry. The latest data suggests the kingdom is experiencing a lower-than-expected budget deficit so far, suggesting a shift in fiscal management … Read more
ROSHN Group, Saudi Aramco to cooperate in the construction of 47,000-capacity stadium in Alkhobar
ALKHOBAR: A 47,000-capacity arena to be called Aramco Stadium is to be built in Alkhobar, Eastern Province, under a cooperation agreement between ROSHN Group and Saudi Aramco. The stadium is expected to be fully operational by 2026, when it will be ready to host local and international events, including the Asian Cup, which Saudi Arabia … Read more
Wong warns North Korea threatens ‘our security’
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has made a high-profile visit to warn that North Korea's “escalating actions” are a threat to Australia's security.
Houthis vow to aid Iranian retaliation against Israel for killing of Hamas leader in Tehran
Australian government confirms Golan Heights policy after FM refers to 'Israeli city' LONDON: The Australian government has reiterated its position that the Golan Heights is occupied territory, following recent comments by Foreign Minister Penny Wong, who described the area as a “northern Israeli town”, The Guardian reported on Wednesday. Wong's remarks, made in a statement … Read more
Western Sydney couple reveal mortgage nightmare
A young couple who “can't afford” to live in anything but a tiny house have revealed why they dread the year 2025.
Body of top Hezbollah commander found in Beirut rubble, sources say
Australian government confirms Golan Heights policy after FM refers to 'Israeli city' LONDON: The Australian government has reiterated its position that the Golan Heights is occupied territory, following recent comments by Foreign Minister Penny Wong, who described the area as a “northern Israeli town”, The Guardian reported on Wednesday. Wong's remarks, made in a statement … Read more
