A new Camera Museum in Alkhobar showcases the history and evolution of photography from its earliest beginnings to modern technology. Founded by Majid Al-Ghamdi, the interactive space blends education, nostalgia and playful experiences for visitors.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he would urge King Charles the Third to return the Koh-i-Noor diamond. The jewel, taken by Britain in 1849, remains a symbol of colonial plunder for many in South Asia.

Gold demand is forecast to stay elevated through 2026 as geopolitical tensions, inflation concerns, and central bank buying support prices. Although high prices are curbing jewelry purchases, investment in bars and coins remains strong.

Japanese and Saudi officials met in Tokyo to reaffirm and expand their strategic partnership. Leaders highlighted cooperation in energy security, advanced industries, and emerging technologies while pledging closer long-term collaboration.

Israel has set a two to three week deadline for negotiations with Lebanon, warning it may expand military operations if no deal is reached. Officials say ongoing attacks and operational limits are undermining security and deterrence.

Seventeen migrants died and nine are missing after their boat drifted for days off eastern Libya. Authorities also announced new arrests and prison sentences in separate human trafficking cases.

Israel’s decision to meet Russia’s ambassador while delaying talks with the European Union has intensified a dispute with Ukraine over alleged shipments of stolen grain. Kyiv has threatened sanctions and linked the issue to future security cooperation, while Israel says it has not received sufficient evidence to act.

The Bank of England is expected to keep interest rates at 3.75 percent amid uncertainty caused by the Iran conflict. Inflation remains above target, while mortgage and savings rates continue to fluctuate.

Two brothers from the Republic of Congo were detained in Mississippi after a school transfer voided their student visas. Their arrest has unsettled their high school community as they face possible deportation.

Iranian soccer officials say they were turned back at Toronto's airport despite valid visas, causing them to miss a key international meeting. The incident underscores growing political and travel concerns ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Major technology companies reported robust earnings fueled by cloud and artificial intelligence growth. However, massive planned infrastructure spending continues to weigh on investor sentiment.

Naftali Bennett vowed to fire officials he views as politically compromised if he returns as prime minister. In a wave of interviews, he urged opposition unity, criticized government policies on military enlistment, and ruled out relying on Arab-majority parties.