Author: Editorial Team

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has reached approximately 64 gigawatts (GW) in total renewable energy project capacity launched to date, according to figures released by the Ministry of Energy. In addition, the Ministry revealed that 20.6 GW of projects were launched in 2025 alone. In terms of operational capacity, 12.3 GW of renewable energy projects are currently connected to the national electricity grid. Energy storage is also expanding, with 30 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of battery storage project capacity launched, including 8 GWh already linked to the electrical grid. The figures underscore Saudi Arabia’s ongoing efforts to diversify its energy mix, enhance grid…

MOSCOW — US President Donald Trump plans to meet on Monday with key national security advisors as Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi blamed Washington for the failure of talks this month in the Pakistani capital aimed at reaching a deal to end the war that has engulfed the Middle East and strangled the global economy. Iran’s top diplomat made the remarks after landing in Russia where he is expected to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putinas part of a whirlwind diplomatic tour. In a sign that backchannel efforts were ongoing, the Fars news agency said Iran had passed “written messages”…

RIYADH — The Transport General Authority (TGA) has urged all carriers in the Kingdom to fully comply with the prohibition on transporting violators of Hajj regulations and instructions to Makkah or the holy sites. These include holders of all types of visit visas and individuals without a Hajj permit or an entry permit to Makkah for residents for work or housing purposes, until the end of Dhul Hijjah 14, corresponding to May 31. The directive comes within the framework of integrated national efforts and in implementation of the Ministry of Interior’s announcements on regulations and instructions aimed at organizing crowd…

MANAMA — Bahrain has revoked the nationality of 69 individuals, including dependents, under a decision targeting people accused of acts deemed harmful to the Kingdom’s security and stability. According to the Bahrain News Agency, the measure was issued in line with directives of King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa to take necessary action against those accused of treason or undermining national security. The move also follows directives from Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa to preserve the Kingdom’s security and stability. Authorities said the decision was taken under Article 10(3) of Bahrain’s Citizenship Law, which…

UAE residents have just weeks left to make the most of the country’s outdoor destinations before summer temperatures make it near-impossible to spend time outside. With the mercury set to climb past 40°C by June, here are some places worth visiting now: Masfout, Ajman: The mountain village that surprised the world Masfout earned the title of Best Tourism Village in the World from the United Nations Tourism Organisation in 2025, beating 270 villages from 65 countries. About 90 minutes from Dubai, the village sits noticeably cooler and quieter than the coast. The Masfout Gateway, inaugurated in February 2026, serves as…

On a sunny April morning in Dubai, Himani Samtani, 20, checks her phone for the day’s orders for Chazen Matcha, her home pickup cafe in Al Mankhool. Within minutes, she’s whisking matcha in her designated prep space, the rhythmic motion of the chasen against the bowl becoming her version of meditation. “Whisking matcha is something I really love doing. It feels like my Zen,” she says. “That’s also why I named it ‘Chazen.’” Like Samtani, a growing number of young founders are turning their passion into full-fledged business models, with Dubai’s residential neighbourhoods, such as Al Khawaneej, Al Barsha South…

A quiet family moment at home, a child sitting with his parents, and a handwritten note written out of gratitude — that is how a young Roger Xie’s message began its unexpected journey to Dubai’s leadership. Written with no expectation of a reply and simply addressed to “Sheikh Mohammed,” the note was sent as a heartfelt thank-you during a family conversation about life, safety, and gratitude in the UAE. What followed was unexpected. The letter reached the office of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, prompting a response from the Dubai Ruler’s protocol team and, later, and invitation for a…

BEIJING, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) — China’s industrial sector posted strong profit growth in the first quarter of 2026, official data showed on Monday. Profits of China’s major industrial firms increased 15.5 percent year-on-year to reach 1.696 trillion yuan (about US$247.3 billion) during the January-March period, accelerating by 0.3 percentage points from the growth posted in the first two months of the year, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). In March alone, profits at major industrial companies increased 15.8 percent from a year earlier, with the pace of growth accelerating by 0.6 percentage points from the…

ARAR — Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq Al-Rabiah toured Al-Haditha and Jadidat Arar border crossings to review workflow and preparations for receiving and serving pilgrims arriving to perform Hajj. The minister was accompanied by President of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) Abdulaziz Al-Duailej, Governor of the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) Suhail Abanmi and Acting Director General of Passports Saleh Al-Murabba during the tour. The minister and the high ranking officials assessed operational readiness and services provided at both crossings, reviewed procedures for receiving pilgrims, and evaluated the smooth flow of movement to ensure efficient, high-quality…

RIYADH — Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan held phone calls on Monday with Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani; Minister of Foreign Affairs of Oman Badr bin Hamad bin Hamoud Al Busaidi; and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Immigration, and Egyptian Expatriates Affairs of Egypt Dr. Badr Abdel-Aty.During these calls, they discussed the latest regional developments and joint efforts to establish security and support stability in the region. Source: Saudi Gazette