New research uncovers Saudi Arabia's lush, green past with rivers and lakes, challenging desert assumptions. Discover how climate change shaped human migration and what it means for modern greening efforts.
Saudi Arabia and the UAE, key US allies, are backing opposing sides in Yemen, exposing sharp geopolitical rifts. The fate of a separatist leader deepens the southern crisis. Read the full analysis.
UAE mandates exit permits for students to leave school, introduces strict absence tracking. New rules aim to boost child safety. Details on permits, 'Friday trap', and penalties for Indian families.
Saudi Arabia's NCM predicts widespread rain during mid-year school holidays, issuing yellow and orange alerts. Key regions including Riyadh, Jeddah, and Makkah affected. Travelers urged to monitor forecasts.
The UAE has launched major visa reforms for 2026, including new AI Specialist, Cruise Tourism visas and easier entry for Indians. Explore the latest rules for work, family sponsorship, and long-term residency.
Saudi Arabia announces major Saudization decisions: 30% target for engineers with SAR 8,000 minimum wage and 70% for procurement roles. New rules aim to create more jobs for citizens.
Yemen's Saudi-backed government regains control of Hadramout and Al Mahra provinces from the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council, marking a major shift in the complex civil war dynamics. Read the full analysis.
Saudi Arabia unveils a detailed SR217 billion borrowing strategy for 2026 to fund its budget deficit and manage debt repayments, focusing on sustainability and market diversification. Discover the Kingdom's financial roadmap.
Saudi Arabia and the UAE, once allies against Houthis, now back opposing factions in Yemen. The STC's push for independence and Saudi airstrikes signal a major geopolitical shift. Read the full analysis.
A detailed look at key global events: Khaleda Zia's health crisis in Bangladesh, escalating tensions in the Middle East involving UAE, Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Yemen, and their wider geopolitical impact. Stay informed.
Yemen's Southern Transitional Council declares a two-year roadmap for independence, escalating tensions with the Saudi-backed government. Read the full analysis of the conflict's implications.
Saudi warplanes strike Yemen's Hadramout, targeting STC forces in a dramatic escalation. Details on the operation and regional fallout inside. Read more.
Yemen's Saudi-backed government launches military operation against UAE-backed STC in oil-rich Hadramout, marking a major rift between Gulf allies. Details inside.
Indian travellers to Saudi Arabia must now obtain prior clearance for carrying certain restricted medicines. Learn the new rules to avoid legal issues and deportation.
Indian travellers to Saudi Arabia must now get mandatory electronic clearance for personal medications via the SFDA portal. Failure to comply can lead to legal action. Check the official list before you travel.
Saudi Arabia now requires online pre-approval for personal medicines. Indian travellers must check restrictions as many common Indian drugs are controlled. NCB issues advisory for 2026.
Saudi-led coalition airstrikes target UAE-backed separatist camps in Yemen's Hadramout, killing seven. The attack highlights a deepening rift between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi over Yemen's future. Read the full report.
UAE banks will stop SMS OTPs for online payments from Jan 6, 2026. Switch to in-app biometric approval now to avoid transaction declines. A major security upgrade.
Recent de-escalation between Saudi Arabia and the UAE in Yemen may not signal peace. Analysts warn the conflict could morph into a more destructive proxy war. Understand the dynamics and global implications.
The UAE implements a historic unified Friday prayer timing of 12:45 PM across all emirates from January 2, 2026. Learn about the new schedule, traffic impacts, and the 'Year of the Family' initiative behind this landmark change.
The UAE has enacted a sweeping new Civil Transactions Law, reducing the legal age to 18 and modernising contracts, consumer rights, and business frameworks. Discover how this impacts residents and global investors.
Saudi Arabia issues a firm warning to ally UAE after airstrikes on Yemen ports. King Salman chairs Cabinet, vows to defend national security. Full details on the escalating tensions.
Russian President Vladimir Putin sent a New Year message to Saudi Crown Prince MBS, as tensions between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi escalate over Yemen bombing. Read the full analysis.
UAE announces withdrawal from Yemen after Saudi-led coalition bombs Mukalla port. Saudi accuses UAE of arming separatists, marking a major Gulf rift. Read the latest developments.
A tense military standoff between Saudi Arabia and the UAE in Yemen follows deadly airstrikes, threatening the fragile coalition. Explore the causes and global implications.
Saudi Arabia launched airstrikes on Yemen's Mukalla port after a UAE weapons shipment arrived for separatist forces, escalating tensions in the war-torn nation and straining the Gulf alliance. Read the full analysis.
In a major Gulf policy shift, the UAE announces troop withdrawal from Yemen after a Saudi ultimatum. The move follows a strike on a UAE-linked weapons shipment, escalating tensions between the allies.
The UAE announced withdrawal of its remaining forces from Yemen after a Saudi-backed ultimatum, following a coalition airstrike on Mukalla port. This marks a major escalation in Gulf tensions. Read the full analysis.
A rare public rift erupts in the Gulf coalition as Saudi airstrikes hit Yemen's Mukalla port. Yemen declares a state of emergency and cancels its security pact with the UAE. Explore the escalating crisis.
Saudi Arabia's strict alcohol ban, a cornerstone of its laws, traces back to a shocking 1951 murder involving a Saudi prince. Discover the full story behind the prohibition that shaped the kingdom for decades. Read more.