UAE expats are choosing gold over their bank savings

Dubai: In a country where skyscrapers rise from the desert and luxury feels like second nature, it’s no surprise that gold—timeless, tangible, and trusted—is becoming the go-to savings tool for many UAE expats. While banks offer safety and...

Bahrain’s six-game unbeaten run ends

BASKETBALL – BAHRAIN’S unbeaten run in the 44th William Jones Cup in Chinese Taipei came to an abrupt end yesterday. The kingdom’s senior men’s basketball national team suffered a heavy 50-93 defeat to the hosts in a stunning, one-sided affair at...

Saudi Arabia complying fully with voluntary OPEC+ target, energy ministry says

Saudi Arabia’s energy ministry said on Friday the kingdom had been fully compliant with its voluntary OPEC+ output target, adding that Saudi marketed crude supply in June was 9.352 million barrels per day, in line with the agreed quota. The...

Yemen's Houthis claim responsibility for missile attack on Israel's Ben Gurion Airport

SANAA, July 19 (Xinhua) -- Yemen's Houthi group claimed responsibility late Friday night for launching a new "hypersonic ballistic missile" attack on Ben Gurion Airport in central Israel, which was reportedly intercepted by Israel's defense...

Bahrain power to eight-wicket victory

CRICKET – Bahrain powered to an eight-wicket victory against hosts Rwanda yesterday in a Tri-Nations Series that also features Malawi. The nationals won the toss and elected to field first at Gahanga International Stadium in the Rwandan capital...

Yemen strikes Ben Gurion Airport with hypersonic missile

The Yemeni Armed Forces have issued a statement announcing a major military operation involving a hypersonic ballistic missile strike on Ben Gurion Airport, located in the occupied area of Lod, near Tel Aviv. Brigadier General Yahya Saree,...

Yemen’s Houthis report delivering missile strike on international airport in Israel

DOHA, July 19. /TASS/. The Houthis delivered a missile strike on Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv, using a hypersonic ballistic missile, the Yemeni rebel group’s military spokesperson Yahya Saree said. "Missile troops conducted a unique military...

Kuwait uncovers largest citizenship fraud in history

The investigation was led by the Supreme Committee for the Investigation of Kuwaiti Nationality, in coordination with the Ministry of Interior’s Nationality Investigation Department. The campaign uncovered decades-old fraud networks involving...

Bahrain’s National Influenza Centre receives international accreditation from WHO

In a new achievement reflecting the Ministry of Health’s commitment to enhancing laboratory service quality and strengthening its global standing, Bahrain’s National Influenza Centre, under the Public Health Laboratories, has received...

Oman opens world’s largest inflatable amusement park

Programming at Ateen Square has been expanded to include international participation and thematic entertainment with standout acts including Galaxy Show, a performance blending acrobatics with immersive lighting and space-age costumes; and the...

UAE: Expect more rain, high humidity this weekend

The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) forecasts rainy conditions to persist in various parts of the country until Monday, July 21. Today, Saturday, is anticipated to see the peak of this weather, with increased convective clouds bringing rain...

UAE: Woman ordered to pay Dh30,000 for insulting another woman on social media

UAE: Power Slap makes highly anticipated return to Abu Dhabi in October

Yemeni hypersonic ballistic missile strikes busiest Israeli airport

Yemen’s Armed Forces have struck the Israeli regime’s busiest airport for the third time in just two days, this time hitting the facility with a hypersonic ballistic missile. The country’s Armed Forces announced carrying out the operation against...

Oman U-23 edge Bahrain in Bishkek International friendly opener

MUSCAT, JULY 18 The Oman U-23 Olympic team began their campaign in style at the four-team international friendly in Bishkek city, Kyrgyzstan with a 1-0 victory over Bahrain on Thursday. The only goal of Oman team scored by Abdulaziz al Shaqsi in...

How the Red Sea Crisis has impacted international shipping activity and emissions at Saudi ports

In fall 2023, Iran-backed Houthi rebels from Yemen began attacking commercial ships in the Red Sea — one of the world’s most vital arteries for trade. Linking the Indian Ocean to the Suez Canal and the Mediterranean, this narrow stretch moves...

For foreign investors, UAE is a top draw

UAE’s efforts to attract and support new investment are having a positive effect. Foreign direct investment (FDI) in the country jumped 49% in 2024 in comparison to the previous year, according to the World Investment Report 2025 — impressive,...

CHK vs CECC Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update- Kuwait T20 Summer League 2025, Match 17

Match seventeen of the Kuwait T20 Summer League 2025 will feature Chennai Kings CA against Ceylinco Express CC on 18th July at 8:30 PM IST at the Sulaibiya Cricket Ground, Kuwait. Get the best CHK vs CECC Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips,...

Israeli Army Says Intercepted Missile Fired From Yemen

(MENAFN- IANS) Jerusalem, July 19 (IANS) The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said in a statement that it intercepted a missile fired from Yemen toward Israel.Israel's national emergency service, Magen David Adom, on Friday, said it did not receive...

Wood warehouse on fire in Jahra Governorate, Kuwait

Firefighters attempt to put out a fire that engulfed a wood warehouse in Jahra Governorate, Kuwait, on July 18, 2025. (Photo by Asad/Xinhua) Firefighters attempt to put out a fire that engulfed a wood warehouse in Jahra Governorate, Kuwait, on...