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US approves $5b sale of bombs to Saudi Arabia

US move aims to bolster Saudi defenses amid escalating Iran-linked attacks

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File photo: US President Donald Trump with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

UAE, Saudi Arabia back Philippines’ fuel security

The Gulf oil producers have offered to fund storage facilities using their own resources

The Philippines has already submitted a concept note sought by Saudi Arabia, while the UAE would be the next country approached formally. Photo for illustrative purposes only

Philippines vows family support for two sailors killed

Manila coordinates repatriation of surviving crew, remains after deadly security incident

Oil tankers transit through the Strait of Hormuz. Photo for illustrative purposes only

Saudi property violations risk SR200,000 fines

Licences could also be suspended or revoked as REGA steps up market inspections

Real estate brokers in Saudi Arabia risk fines up to SR200,000 and licence revocation as REGA ramps up inspections to enforce the Real Estate Brokerage Law.

Saudi Arabia issues red alerts for heavy rain

Thunderstorms and heavy rain forecast across Jazan, Asir, Al Baha and Mecca

The NCM forecast continued thunderstorms and moderate to heavy rainfall through September 4 across parts of Jazan, Asir, Al Baha and Mecca regions.

Two Filipino sailors killed in Hormuz tanker incident

Bahri says deaths followed incident involving tanker Sidr during August 31 transit

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Saudi Arabia arrests 108 govt employees for corruption

Nazaha investigates 352 employees after carrying out 2,659 oversight visits in August

108 government employees were arrested in August on suspicion of bribery and abuse of office following a series of investigations across several ministries.

Autumn begins in Saudi Arabia as heat eases

Temperatures to ease gradually as heavy rain and flash-flood risks persist in some areas

The autumn season runs through November, but its arrival does not mean an immediate end to high temperatures, according to Barjas Al Fulaih, a member of the AFAQ Society for Astronomy.

Following too closely? Saudi drivers face SR300 fine

Adequate spacing helps prevent crashes caused by sudden braking or loss of control

Compliance with traffic regulations is not optional, but a responsibility shared by all motorists to protect themselves and other road users.

Saudi sets 300m buffer for group housing

New rules also set parking, road access and public transport requirements

New Saudi regulations mandate group housing to be at least 300m from schools and hospitals, with density limits, road access and dedicated parking for residents.

Saudi Arabia deports nearly 15,000 residency violators

Authorities arrested 14,434 people for residency, labour and border security violations

The campaign also resulted in the arrest of 1,450 people attempting to enter Saudi Arabia illegally.

Riyadh launches digital district to attract global tech

New district will focus on AI, cybersecurity, cloud computing, blockchain and robotics

The project was intended to establish Riyadh as a global destination for technology companies, talent and digital entrepreneurship.

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