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Filipino man gets 5 years prisoner in Kuwait
Kuwait's Criminal Court has sentenced a Filipino man to five years in prison for robbing a Shuwaikh money exchange branch using a toy gun and a bottle of petrol, making off with KD 7,434 in mixed currencies before being traced… Read more →
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Houthi missile debris over Riyadh injures 4, damages 15 homes
Saudi Civil Defence says falling debris from two intercepted Houthi cruise missiles injured four people, including a child, and damaged 15 homes in Riyadh. Read more →
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A citizen posted a video of a bike rider.
A citizen's video showing a motorcycle delivery driver trailing white smoke has spread online, adding to ongoing concern over delivery rider safety in Kuwait. Read more →
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Kuwait dog owners must now get licence, metal tag or face fine
Kuwait's Government Communication Center has laid out new rules for dog owners, from licensing and tagging to muzzles and rabies shots, with fines for anyone who skips them. Read more →
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Native desert plants to Jaber Mall gardens
The Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research is teaming up with companies to plant native desert flora inside mall gardens, starting with Jaber Mall. Read more →
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Pakistan orders smart scanners to end airport baggage hassles
Pakistan's prime minister has ordered smart baggage scanners at all international airports, aiming to end repeated manual checks and long questioning for passengers, including the many overseas Pakistanis who fly home through the Gulf. Read more →
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New school dress code in Azerbaijan bans hijabs, sets off protests
New uniform rules in Azerbaijan are stopping students and teachers from wearing hijabs in schools, leading to protests and public debate across the country. Read more →
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4 Indians Still in ICU as Riyadh Flight Bans Extended to Oct 17
Indian airlines have pushed their Saudi flight suspensions to 17 October, with four Indian nationals still in intensive care after the Riyadh airport attack and Saudi authorities waiving overstay fines for those stranded. Read more →
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Jeddah Tower vs Burj Khalifa: who wins the height race?
Jeddah Tower is being built to beat Burj Khalifa's record by more than 170 metres – here's how the two towers really compare, from cost to observation decks. Read more →
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New Rule Lets Staff Open Your Bag Without You Present
Thailand's aviation authority has clarified a new rule letting airport staff open suspicious checked bags without the passenger present, starting 16 October 2026. Read more →
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