fIn its yearly report, Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), the region’s largest aid organisation, detailed how it directed funds across five key pillars. Healthcare received the largest share and the organisation focused on moving beyond traditional relief efforts to building capacities and preventing crises through sustainable solutions and impactful partnerships. On Saturday, the MBRGI revealed that it spent Dh2.3 billion on humanitarian and development programmes last year, reaching 165 million people across 122 countries. This is 16 million more beneficiaries and four countries more than the previous year. Here is how the money was distributed across its…
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JEDDAH — Al Ahli retained the AFC Champions League Elite title after substitute Feras Al Brikan scored in extra time to seal a 1-0 victory over FC Machida Zelvia on Saturday. Al Brikan struck six minutes into extra time at King Abdullah Sports City, giving the Saudi side back-to-back continental titles despite playing with 10 men after Zakaria Hawsawi was sent off in the second half. The triumph made Al Ahli the first club to successfully defend the Asian title since Al Ittihad achieved the feat in 2005. Backed by a crowd of 58,984, Al Ahli dominated the early stages…
RIYADH — Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz said Saudi Arabia is continuing its journey toward a brighter future after a decade of major achievements under Saudi Vision 2030. In remarks published in the Vision 2030 Annual Report 2025 on Saturday, King Salman said the Kingdom has become a leading example of how to effectively harness its capabilities and resources to drive comprehensive development, with the results reflected in a better quality of life for citizens. “Our country continues its journey toward a brighter future, building on a decade of remarkable progress achieved under Vision 2030,”…
RIYADH — Moroccan conjoined twins Saja and Duha arrived at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on Saturday. This is in implementation of the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime MinisterMohammed bin Salman. The twins were transferred to King Abdullah Specialist Children’s Hospital in Riyadh to undergo medical evaluation in preparation for a possible separation surgery. Source: Saudi Gazette
You’ve seen it a thousand times on postcards and hotel campaigns, that unmistakable white sail rising from the Arabian Gulf. But Burj Al Arab has always been more than its silhouette. It is a building that, in the 1990s, catapulted Dubai onto the global luxury map and announced its arrival on the world stage. Over the years, it has become synonymous with the city’s growth story, an early testament to Dubai’s steadfast ambition. With the announcement of its closure for an 18-month restoration, it feels like a fitting moment to revisit the quirks, engineering gambles and design choices that transformed…
A total of 2,960 players won prizes in the latest UAE Lottery Lucky Day draw held on Saturday, April 25. For draw number 260425, the winning combination was: Days: 2, 5, 10, 20, 29 and 30 Lucky Month: 1 No winner was recorded for the Dh30 million jackpot or the Dh5 million second prize. Several players won across lower prize categories: 28 players won Dh1,000 each 2,929 players won Dh100 each Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels Lucky Chance winners Three players also won Dh50,000 each under the Lucky Chance feature. The winning…
MAKKAH — The Hajj Security Forces arrested a Myanmar national for transporting six residents in violation of Hajj regulations and attempting to bring them into Makkah. The suspects were referred to the competent authority to face the prescribed penalties. The Ministry of Interior earlier warned that maximum fines of up to SR100,000 will be imposed on anyone transporting holders of any type of visit visa into Makkah and holy sites during the period from Dhul Qada 1 (April 19) to Dhul Hijjah 14 (May 31). A maximum fine of SR20,000 will be imposed on individuals caught performing or attempting to…
In an honest and detailed discussion, Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Advisor to the President of the United Arab Emirates, spoke candidly about the impact of the ongoing US-Iran war at the 18th edition of the World Policy Conference in Montreux, France. The 30-minute session saw the UAE official delve into what he thought would happen in the long-term and even in the coming weeks. Gargash, who has been vocal about the nation’s stance on this war since the conflict began, said he believes the issues that caused it have been “long delayed.” Stay up to date with the latest news.…
RIYADH — The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) announced on Saturday that its land, sea, and air customs ports recorded 1,077 seizures of various types of contraband during the last week. The seized items include 37 types of narcotics, 475 types of prohibited substances, 2,103 types of tobacco and its derivatives, 21 cases involving cash, and 3 cases involving weapons and related equipment. ZATCA affirmed its commitment to strengthening customs control over the Kingdom’s imports and exports to ensure the security and protection of society. This is part of ZATCA’s ongoing efforts to enhance security and protect society from…
RIYADH — Saudi security authorities arrested a total of 12,192 illegal residents in a week. The arrests were made in the joint inspections, carried out by the security forces in collaboration with the relevant government agencies, during the period between April 16 and April 22, the Ministry of Interior revealed on Saturday. Those who were arrested include 6,606 violators of the Residency Law, 3,510 violators of the Border Security Law, and 2,076 violators of the Labor Law. The total number of people who were arrested while trying to cross the border into the Kingdom accounted for 1,454, of whom 32…