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UAE non-oil sector growth robust amid rising price pressures: PMI data

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RIYADH: The UAE's non-oil private sector growth held steady in July, but recorded the slowest improvement in nearly three years, according to an economic tracker. Emirates' PMI fell to 53.7 in July, according to the S&P Global Purchasing Managers' Index, as competition, increased pricing pressure and excess capacity weighed on performance. In July, the index … Read more

Saudi Arabia is now self-sufficient in fig production, says agriculture ministry

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Jeddah: One of the oldest buildings in Jeddah’s historic Al-Balad district, the 19th-century Sharbatly House has been transformed into a centre hosting cultural, literary, artistic, scientific and intellectual events. The renovation was carried out by businessman Seifalah Sharbatly, grandson of Abdullah Sharbatly, who sought to modernize the building while preserving its character, foundations, interiors and … Read more

Israel says no change in defense policy for ‘now’

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Jerusalem: The Israeli military said Sunday that it had not changed its civilian protection policy “so far” amid expectations of retaliation by Iran and Hezbollah for the killing of two senior Israeli officials. “I would like to mention the various reports and rumors that we are on alert for enemy action on the territory of … Read more

Turkiye’s Islamic defense consultancy founder dead aged 79

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How Sudan's conflict and mass migration are taking a devastating toll on civilians Dubai: Sudanese freelance photographer Faiz Abubakr has been documenting the crisis in his homeland since April 2023, when violence between military factions erupted. The Sudanese military, led by Sudan's de facto president Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, has since been fighting the Rapid Support … Read more