August 2, 2025

World

Business World

Trump Announces Fresh Wave of Tariffs, Targets Canadian Imports

Former US President Donald Trump has rolled out a new series of tariffs, with Canada bearing the brunt of the punitive measures. The move, widely viewed as an assertion of American economic strength, aims to bolster US exporters by making foreign goods more expensive and incentivizing domestic manufacturing. According to analysts tracking the development, the

Read More
World

Seven Saudi Relief Trucks Enter Gaza Strip, Delivering Humanitarian Aid

In a fresh show of humanitarian support, seven trucks loaded with relief supplies from Saudi Arabia have successfully crossed into the Gaza Strip, bringing much-needed assistance to residents amid ongoing challenges in the region. The convoy, confirmed by sources familiar with the operation and reported to KIIN360, marks another important delivery in Saudi Arabia’s continued

Read More
General World

Iranian President Raises Alarm Over Looming Water Crisis as Tehran Dams Face Risk of Drying Up

The President of the Islamic Republic of Iran has issued a stark warning about the country’s deepening water crisis, revealing that major dams supplying the capital city, Tehran, could run completely dry in a matter of months if urgent measures are not taken. The alarming disclosure has sparked nationwide concern, with environmental experts and government

Read More
General World

Trump’s Envoy Lands in Israel Amid Gaza Carnage and Famine Fears  

President Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff arrived in Israel Thursday as international outrage grows over Gaza’s worsening humanitarian crisis, where nearly 22 months of war have left Palestinians starving under Israeli bombardment.   The diplomatic mission comes after Gaza’s civil defense reported Israeli forces killed dozens late Wednesday when crowds rushed an aid

Read More
General World

Australia Reverses Course, Includes YouTube in Landmark Social Media Ban for Under-16s

Canberra | July 30, 2025  In a decisive policy shift, the Australian government has included YouTube in its sweeping social media ban for children under the age of 16, making it the first country in the world to take such a hardline stance against digital platforms in the name of child safety. The move reverses

Read More
General World

Japan Records Initial 30cm Tsunami Wave on Hokkaido Following Powerful Earthquake off Russian Coast

Japan has confirmed the arrival of its first tsunami wave measuring approximately 30 centimetres, which struck the northern island of Hokkaido shortly after a powerful undersea earthquake occurred off the eastern coast of Russia. Authorities reported the seismic event late Tuesday night, prompting immediate tsunami alerts across coastal regions of northern Japan. The wave, although

Read More
General World

UK Threatens Palestinian State Recognition Unless Israel Meets Gaza Ceasefire Demands

London, United Kingdom – Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced Britain will formally recognize a Palestinian state during September’s United Nations General Assembly unless Israel agrees to an immediate Gaza ceasefire and commits to long-term peace negotiations.   The ultimatum, delivered on Monday, marks a significant shift in UK foreign policy, aligning with 139 nations

Read More
General World

Pro-Palestine Demonstrators Storm Media Houses in Washington, Accuse Fox News and NBC of Bias over Gaza Crisis

In a strong show of dissent, Pro-Palestinian activists on Monday gathered outside the headquarters of prominent American media giants, Fox News and NBC, in Washington, D.C., demanding accountability over what they described as skewed and complicit reporting on the ongoing humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza. The demonstrators, holding placards with bold messages like “Stop Media Complicity

Read More
General World

Gold Prices Drop by Dh14 in One Week in Dubai as Traders Project Further Stability Before September

Dubai — Shoppers and investors in the United Arab Emirates are beginning to breathe a sigh of relief as gold prices in Dubai witnessed a significant decline of Dh14 per gram over the past seven days, rekindling hopes of a more favourable buying window in the coming weeks. Market analysts and traders at the iconic

Read More
General World

Saudi Arabia Introduces Skill-Based Work Visa System, Set to Begin August 3 – What It Means for Foreign Job Seekers

In a major policy shift aimed at streamlining labour entry and boosting workforce efficiency, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has announced the launch of a new skill-based work visa system, set to take effect from August 3. The initiative is expected to redefine how foreign workers are recruited into the country, with a clear focus

Read More