AL-AMARAT: On April 12, the men’s Asia Premier Cup got away to a flying start on Oman’s two side by side turf grounds at Al Amerat, Muscat. This excellent facility provides the opportunity for two matches to be played on each turf per day. The press tent is situated between the two grounds so that … Read more
PARIS: The Paris Saint-Germain of Kylian Mbappe and Barcelona clash in the first leg of their blockbuster Champions League quarter-final tie on Wednesday, in the latest instalment of the growing rivalry between the two clubs.It is the fifth time the sides have been drawn against each other in the knockout stage of Europe’s elite club … Read more
MELBOURNE: Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz Jr. surged to victory at the Australian Grand Prix Sunday to snap Red Bull’s winning start to the season after three-time world champion Max Verstappen sensationally failed to finish. The Spaniard, who had appendicitis surgery two weeks ago, took the chequered flag 2.3 seconds ahead of teammate Charles Leclerc, with McLaren’s Lando … Read more
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Riyad Bank has approved the assessment and preparation of an initial public offering of its investment banking unit, Riyad Capital. According to a Tadawul statement, the board of directors are considering listing the subsidiary on the main market of the Saudi Exchange. “Riyad Bank and Riyad Capital will coordinate to finalize the … Read more
JEDDAH: Ramadan is the month when some people are not only spiritually and religiously invigorated, but also find renewed creative energy. Arab News prepared a list of art cafes and studios around the Kingdom that offer the space and tools to aspiring artists and creative minds to practice different art media. Arty Cafe Whether you … Read more
Bruno Guimaraes drops huge hint about Newcastle future amid Man City and Real Madrid interest LONDON: Newcastle United star Bruno Guimaraes has dropped the biggest hint yet that he intends to remain with the Magpies next season. The Brazilian, much loved on Tyneside, was one of the stars of the show at Wembley on … Read more
stc records highest volume of voice calls in Grand Mosque history
Shaima Al-Husseini, managing director at the Saudi Sports for All Federation, has overseen a remarkable rise in participation across sporting codes and physical activities in the Kingdom over the last few years. Whether in the various community programs that have been established by the federation or in official competitions, engagement is well on track to … Read more
Former driver Massa says he’s suing F1 and FIA over crash he claims cost him the 2008 title SAO PAULO: Former driver Felipe Massa said he’s filed a lawsuit in London against auto racing governing body the FIA, series owner Formula One Management and Bernie Ecclestone to try and claim the 2008 title. Massa added … Read more
MAKKAH: The General Authority for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has assigned specific doors in the Grand Mosque to receive Umrah pilgrims during the holy month of Ramadan this year. The doors administration, working together with the security authorities at the mosque, has opened 210 doors to prevent suffocation and … Read more