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Music and performances shine at Saudi Arabia’s National Cultural Awards

September 11, 2024

Pope Francis donated popemobile to serve as mobile health unit for Gaza children
Before he died, Pope Francis donated one of his popemobiles to be converted into a mobile health unit to serve the children of Gaza, officials said Monday. The Jerusalem and Sweden branches of the Vatican’s Caritas charitable federation released photos of the repurposed vehicle on Monday. There is no word, though, on when it might…
Japan’s train station bentos find stunning success in Switzerland
AKITA, Japan — A consortium of Japanese companies that make bento boxed meals offered at train stations has seen a surprising rush of demand halfway around the world in Switzerland. Hanazen, Maneki Foods and Matsuura Shoten banded together to launch the Ekiben Japan Station Bento store at Zurich Central Station, Switzerland’s largest rail station. When…
Trump and Canadian PM Mark Carney to meet amid clashes over trade, annexation
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump will meet Tuesday with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, the man whose country Trump has repeatedly floated as a potential 51st state as he touched off trade disputes with the U.S.’s historically steadfast ally. Tuesday morning’s meeting marks the first time the two leaders have come face-to-face. It comes just…
Indonesia’s Djarum Group launches first locally developed EVs
JAKARTA — Djarum Group, through its electronics manufacturing arm Polytron, launched two domestically assembled electric vehicles on Tuesday, becoming the first Indonesian conglomerate to do so. It unveiled the Polytron G3 and Polytron G3+ electric cars that have a driving range up to 402 kilometers, in partnership with Chinese automaker Skyworth Auto. Polytron’s models are adaptations…
The Real ID deadline is here: What to know
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Trump has ‘definitely damaged’ US soft power: Joseph Nye
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts — Eliminating USAID and other steps by the Trump administration have weakened U.S. influence in the world, said Joseph Nye, the Harvard University professor emeritus who coined the term soft power. Nye’s theory of soft power argues that elements like culture, values and foreign aid can exert influence comparable with that of milit…
What you need to know about the REAL ID requirements
After years of delays, people boarding flights domestically in the United States will need to present REAL ID-compliant forms of identification at airports in a major change for travelers across the country. As of Wednesday, certain standard driver’s licenses and other identification cards will no longer meet federal standards for people seeking to fly within…
DG Hajj reviews arrangements made for pilgrims in Makkah
DG Hajj reviews arrangements made for pilgrims in Makkah MAKKAH: Director General (DG) Hajj, Abdul Wahab Soomro is leading comprehensive preparations for the upcoming Hajj season in Makkah, with arrangements reaching their final stages ahead of the arrival of pilgrims. Accompanied by Makkah Coordinator Zulfiqar Khan, Director Hajj Makkah Azizullah Khan, and other officials, he…
Hobbit-themed eagle sculptures to depart New Zealand airport
For more than a decade, travelers at New Zealand’s Wellington Airport have been greeted by two Hobbit-themed sculptures of giant, hovering eagles, one of which carried wizard Gandalf. Suspended from the roof by cables, the two towering figures were unveiled in 2013 to promote director Peter Jackson’s Oscar-winning “Lord of the Rings” and Hobbit films,…