Saudi Arabia slashes Nigeria’s 2026 hajj slots to 66,910 over poor utilisation — NAHCON

National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has approved 66,910 slots for Nigerian pilgrims to participate in the 2026 Hajj—a significant reduction from previous years. According to NAHCON, the...

Saudi Arabia to Widen Mecca Space, Cut Nigeria’s Hajj Slots

Saudi Arabia has revealed plans for a large development next to the Grand Mosque in Mecca. The project, named King Salman Gate, is part of ongoing efforts to modernize the holy city and prepare for a growing number of pilgrims. It will cover 12...

Joy Forum 2025 Kicks Off in Riyadh with Global Entertainment Leaders

The British Museum hosts its inaugural fundraising ball on Saturday, a glitzy event that has been touted by many observers as London's answer to New York's Met Gala. The museum, which boasts one of the largest permanent collections on the planet,...

Saudi Arabia Concludes Participation in K Show 2025 International Plastics Fair in Germany 

Saudi Arabia successfully concluded its participation in the "K Show 2025," the world’s leading trade fair for plastics and rubber, held in Dusseldorf, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Thursday. The event highlighted the Kingdom’s advancements...

US torpedo global deal to cut shipping emissions

India voted in favour of adjournment, a government official confirmed. “It was totally a call of the Ministry of External Affairs,” he added.MUMBAI: India was among the 57 member states who voted on Friday to delay by one year the adoption of what...

"What are you prepared to do?" - Phil Mickelson fires back at Secretary of Energy Chris Wright amid California oil production debate

Phil Mickelson opened up about the California oil production debate on social media. The American golfer is well-known for sharing his opinions on the matter and often posts on his X (formerly Twitter) account about environmental issues. Earlier...

US blocks global maritime decarbonisation deal at UN shipping talks

US pressure delays IMO vote on global shipping carbon tax; Trump slams Net Zero Framework as a "scam", threatening sanctions on supporting countries. An international agreement to reduce carbon emissions from global shipping was postponed on...

Saudi Arabia’s soft power and reputation

Two 2025 reports, one on soft power and the other on Saudi Arabia’s reputation, indicate that the Kingdom’s overall ranking has slipped a little but it has gained in nation brand value and positive media coverage. The annual Global Soft Power...

Saudi Leadership Congratulate President of Tunisia on Evacuation Day

Saudi Arabia emphasized the critical need to activate regional and international partnerships to develop innovative solutions for integrating the water and agriculture sectors in the Arab region, essential for enhancing water and food security and...

Maddow: Older Americans bring energy, experience to anti-Trump activism

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Maddow: Older Americans bring energy, experience to anti-Trump activism 04:52 UP NEXT States reveal shocking health care cost spikes under Republican...

Inside Trump’s Pressure Campaign to Derail Global Shipping Emissions Tax

By Jennifer A. Dlouhy, Jack Wittels and Eric Martin(Bloomberg) — Environmentalists eager to curb planet-warming pollution from shipping had grown increasingly confident that countries would adopt the first-ever global tax on emissions this year....

Under Pressure From Trump, UN Shipping Regulator Delays Vote on Net-Zero Rules

Advocates of establishing an international framework for decarbonizing global shipping on Friday decried a postponed vote on proposed rules—a move that came amid pressure from the administration of US President Donald Trump and Saudi Arabia....

US, Saudi Arabia, others stop proposed global fee on shipping emissions

The U.S. successfully blocked the passage of a deal that would’ve established internationally mandated emission reduction targets in the shipping industry. American leadership felt the deal would’ve raised prices for consumers due to projected...

Algeria signs $5.4 billion oil and gas pact with Saudi Arabia

Something huge has occurred in North Africa that majority is yet to realise. Algeria has reached a monumental 5.4 billion energy agreement with Saudi Arabia; still, this time around, there is something different with this deal, as it is not yet...

US Intimidation Leaves Future of Shipping Uncertain But Appetite for Green Future Remains

Support CleanTechnica's work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. Vote to adopt the Net-Zero Framework postponed for one year. Negotiations at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) have ended in the postponement of the vote to...

Glīd’s Universal Platform Provides Frictionless Rail-To-Road Logistics

Glīd Tech's Patented Intermodal Transfer System Brings Efficiency and Safety to First and Last Mile Logistics Glīd Tech Logistics is a complex and big business. From ports to yard-rail and and short-haul trucking to cross-country rail and long...

This week in mining: Strong Finishes and strategic shifts

The global mining sector closed out the week with a series of operational milestones, governance updates, and new signs of growth across Africa and the Middle East. Tharisa ends FY2025 on a strong note Tharisa has reported a solid close to its...

Bumps on the road to foreign campuses for Saudi Arabia

SAUDI ARABIA The establishment of foreign university campuses in Saudi Arabia is governed by the Executive Rules Regulating Foreign Universities’ Branches, a set of complicated rules implementing the decision of the University Affairs Council...

NFL fans furious at idea of league playing game in Saudi Arabia — 'I'm out'

The NFL takes its game to Riyadh with Tom Brady and stars(Image: Getty) The NFL is facing a firestorm of backlash as rumors swirl that the league may bring a game — possibly even a regular-season contest — to Saudi Arabia. The catalyst: the...

Smuggler jailed for 40 years after shipping ballistic missile parts from Iran

Ashitha Nagesh, Sajid Iqbal and Kirstie Brewer ShareSave Prosecutors said the weapons found on board Pahlawan's boat were "some of the most sophisticated" arms Iran produces A weapons smuggler who used a fishing boat to ship ballistic missile...