The American Express Times
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Search Operations Expand as Key Route to Core Disaster Area Reopened
A mudslide at Gyirong Port on the China-Nepal border has killed 21 people and left 541 missing, prompting intensified rescue efforts after National Highway G216 was reopened to enable access. Rescue teams are now conducting deep excavations with heavy machinery amid ongoing risks of secondary disasters and challenging weather conditions to locate survivors and recover…
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When in Rome
Robert Harris’s novel "Agrippa" retells the life of Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa, highlighting his military achievements and crucial alliance with Augustus during the transformation of the…
Cops: No love scam report lodged
A family of four was found dead in their Kuala Lumpur home, with investigations underway into a possible connection to a large financial loss linked…
Family of teen feared drowned unaware of beach trip
Six teenagers swimming at Pantai Tanjung Lompat near Bandar Penawar got into trouble, resulting in one confirmed death and two still missing as rescue teams…
From Hollywood to big time tennis – teen makes debut
Seventeen-year-old Thea Frodin made her US Open main draw debut but was defeated in the first round by second-seeded Elena Rybakina. Despite the loss, Frodin…
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Israel PM’s wife shares conspiracy theory about opposition figure
Sara Netanyahu accused opposition leader Yair Golan of having prior knowledge of the October 7 Hamas attack, sparking backlash ahead of Israel’s October 27 elections.…
Iraq wraps up questioning 5,700 Daesh suspects transferred from Syria
Iraq’s judiciary has completed interrogations of 5,704 suspects linked to Daesh who were transferred from Syrian camps earlier this year and has referred their cases…
Saudi Fund extends road project loan agreement with Gambia
The Saudi Fund for Development has increased its financial support for Gambia's Greater Banjul Area Roads Project to $60 million, finalizing the agreement during CEO…
Nominations open for 2028 King Faisal Prize
Nominations are now open for the 50th King Faisal Prize, accepting submissions until March 2027 in five categories including Islamic Studies, Arabic Literature, Medicine, and…
Syria, Denmark expand ties after embassy reopening in Damascus
Syria and Denmark have reopened the Danish embassy in Damascus after 14 years and held high-level talks to enhance cooperation on reconstruction, trade, and cultural…
Jordan’s Aqaba port sees transit cargo boost amid Hormuz disruption
Jordan’s Aqaba port has seen a substantial rise in transit cargo, with volumes increasing by over 155% in the first half of 2026 as shippers…
Malaysia to become second-largest job market for Bangladeshis
Bangladesh plans to recruit around 200,000 migrant workers for employment in Malaysia over the next six months, making it the second-largest destination for Bangladeshi expatriates…
Northern West Bank settler crisis fueling an explosion
Israel’s government has reestablished four previously evacuated settlements in the northern West Bank and approved over 100 new settlement expansions, reversing earlier disengagement policies. This…
Gulf hubs drive Mideast air cargo recovery in July
Middle Eastern airlines saw a 1.7 percent increase in air cargo demand in July alongside a slower decline in international passenger traffic, driven by ongoing…
Saudi stocks lead GCC rally as oil, earnings lift market
Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul All Share Index rose 5.1 percent in August, leading a Gulf Cooperation Council rally and reaching its highest level in four months.…
Syria runs $1bn deficit as H1 spending soars
Syria reported a $1 billion fiscal deficit in the first half of 2026 due to government spending of $3.7 billion surpassing revenues of $2.7 billion,…
Israeli strikes kill five in Gaza as military says it arrests Hamas militant
Israeli forces conducted a covert operation in Gaza City to capture a senior Hamas militant, resulting in at least five Palestinian deaths, including three children,…
America praised the ICC until it came for an ally
The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants in 2024 against Israeli leaders for alleged war crimes in Gaza, prompting the United States to sanction ICC…
AI addicts won’t make better workers
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh and several economists are optimistic that AI will enhance labor productivity, but others warn that widespread use of large language…
GCC tourism delivers $254.7bn economic boost
The tourism sector in the Gulf Cooperation Council region generated $254.7 billion in economic output in 2025, growing at an annual rate of 7.3% since…
Global investment chiefs to headline FII10 in Riyadh
The 10th Future Investment Initiative conference will be held in Riyadh from October 26 to 29, featuring top executives from JPMorgan Chase, BlackRock, Saudi Aramco,…
Inflation in eurozone hits 3-year high
Eurozone inflation rose to 3.3 percent in August, the highest level in three years, driven largely by surging energy prices amid Middle East conflicts. This…
Meet the English club founded by Kuwaitis: Birmingham Albion FC
Birmingham Albion FC, founded by Kuwaiti businessmen Faisal Al-Serbal and Fahad Obaid, has joined the West Midlands Regional League Division 1, marking a rare example…
One dead, two hurt in Dutch shootout: police
A shooting in Overasselt resulted in one death and injured two police officers, with several arrests made in connection to the attack. Authorities believe the…
The quiet revolution in services
Digital technologies and organizational innovations are driving a major productivity revolution in the services sector, enabling firms in retail, hospitality, and personal services to outperform…
Oil prices continue to rise amid supply concerns
Oil prices rose over 2 percent following renewed missile attacks between the United States and Iran, with Brent crude reaching $92.66 per barrel and U.S.…
SAMA licenses 78th finance firm as Jeel Pay joins sector
Saudi Arabia’s central bank has granted a full license to Jeel Pay, allowing the company to offer buy-now-pay-later services focused on education payments with repayment…
specialized by stc boosts Saudi industrial resilience
Saudi Arabia’s specialized by stc is introducing a “Zero-Failure” Business Critical Network and the Hadath digital event management platform to improve communication reliability in high-risk…
WWE Crown Jewel to return to Riyadh on Nov. 7
WWE Crown Jewel will return to Riyadh on November 7 at the Riyadh Season Stadium, featuring top wrestlers in champion-versus-champion matches. This event builds on…
Saudi author on Naguib Mahfouz Medal shortlist for 2026
Saudi author Abdullah Nasser has been shortlisted for the 2026 Naguib Mahfouz Medal for Literature for his novel *This Is Not a Bullet*. The award,…
King of Norway greeted on accession
Chinese President Xi Jinping congratulated King Haakon VIII on his accession to the Norwegian throne and praised the longstanding friendship between China and Norway. Xi…
Italy’s economy edges up in Q2 of 2026: data
Italy’s GDP grew by 0.2 percent in the second quarter of 2026, driven mainly by domestic consumption and investment. This modest expansion suggests Italy’s economy…
Mona Tougaard leads new campaign film
Model Mona Tougaard stars in Tod’s new "Italian Stories" campaign film, showcasing the brand’s latest collection through a blend of color and black-and-white scenes set…
Xi urges new Mideast security steps
President Xi Jinping visited Egypt and proposed a new Middle East security framework focused on regional cooperation, sovereignty, and addressing the Palestinian issue as part…
Peng calls for strengthening exchanges
Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, highlighted the importance of cultural exchange between China and Egypt during her visit to Cairo, encouraging collaboration…
Tours Curated to Suit Immersive Travel Experience
Chinese tourists visiting Egypt are increasingly choosing longer, small-group tours that combine cultural immersion with luxury experiences such as Nile cruises, desert excursions, and Red…
In Hengdian, Tourists Pay to Star in Their Own Short Dramas
Hengdian World Studios in Zhejiang province has introduced immersive short drama experiences where tourists can act, dress in period costumes, and film scenes on authentic…
China Steps Up Cooperation With Nepal
China and Nepal have strengthened joint meteorological and hydrological efforts following a deadly mudslide on August 26 that affected the border region, including China's Gyirong…
Lesser-known attractions gaining in popularity
Chinese travelers are increasingly choosing county-level destinations for more immersive and less crowded holiday experiences, with bookings and spending rising significantly in lesser-known areas this…
Met Gala exhibit on John Galliano canceled
The Metropolitan Museum of Art has canceled the John Galliano exhibition originally planned for its 2027 spring Costume Institute show due to controversy over the…
Chinese travelers find a portal to ancient Egypt
The Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza, home to over 57,000 artifacts including a vast collection on Tutankhamun, has become a major attraction for Chinese visitors…
Initiative Hailed as Vehicle for Global Stability
The Global Civilization Initiative introduced by Chinese President Xi Jinping is being praised by Egyptian scholars for promoting cross-cultural dialogue and peaceful coexistence between nations.…