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Fasting in summer a quality of faith

Edit Arabnews 10 Jun 2016
“I approached the Messenger of Allah and asked, “O Allah’s Messenger, command me with a matter by which Allah will benefit me” (in another narration, ‘Command me with an action by which I will enter Paradise’) He replied, “Take to fasting for it has no equivalent”.’ (Al-Nasa’i) It was said that smoke (from cooking) was never again noticed during the day in Abu Umamah’s house and if it was, then people knew for sure he had guests....

Israel suspends return of slain Palestinians’ bodies

Edit Press TV 10 Jun 2016
Also on Thursday, Israeli authorities issued an order, revoking more than 83,000 permits allowing Palestinians to enter occupied East al-Quds (Jerusalem) ... The occupied Palestinian territories have been the scene of heightened tensions since August 2015, when Israel imposed restrictions on the entry of Palestinian worshipers into the al-Aqsa Mosque compound in East al-Quds....

Inside Fallujah's siege: Trapped with Islamic State

Edit Sydney Morning Herald 10 Jun 2016
 Abu Anas al-Falluji gives each of his three children a five-milligram tablet of Valium at bedtime to help them sleep through the thud of rocket and mortar fire as Iraqi forces battle Islamic State ... Each night, al-Falluji says goodbye to his wife, just in case ... But any setback could deal a fatal blow to Prime Minister Haidar al-Abadi's government, already beset by popular protests and sectarian strains....

Bahraini artists showcase their talent at London’s V&A;

Edit Arabnews 10 Jun 2016
The exhibition was held under the patronage of Bahrain’s Ambassador for the United Kingdom Shaikh Fawaz bin Mohammed bin Khalifa Al-Khalifa ... The seventeen artists selected for the exhibition include Amina Al-Abbasi, ... Artist, Mayasa Al Sowaidi , who was showcasing thirteen artworks in the exhibition, has recently made art her full time occupation....

Saudi Arabia rubbishes Ban’s claim it threatened to cut off UN aid

Edit Arabnews 10 Jun 2016
“We did not use threats or intimidation and we did not talk about funding,” Saudi Ambassador to UN, Abdullah Al-Moallami told reporters. Al-Moallami also said ......

Seeking Allah’s blessings in Ramadan

Edit Arabnews 10 Jun 2016
(Al-Bukhari and Muslim) ... “So when the Qur’an is recited, then listen to it and pay attention that you may receive mercy.” (Qur’an, 7.204) The words “you may” make it mandatory for Allah! (Tafsir Al-Qurtubi) ... (Al-Ishraq), he will gain a reward equal to that of performing a perfect, perfect, perfect Haj and Umrah. (Al-Albani, Saheeh Al-Jaami-6346)....

Outlook is improving for Saudi economy

Edit Arabnews 10 Jun 2016
The outlook is improving for the Saudi economy with crude oil prices recovering over the last month to trade near the $50 mark, according to a report from Al-Rajhi Capital ... According to the Al-Rajhi Capital report on Saudi economy, the recently released NTP document outlined stable crude oil production capacity (12.5 million bpd) till 2020 which augurs well for the oil market....

Showing how women can lead the way

Edit Arabnews 10 Jun 2016
Huda Mohammad Al-Ghoson, the executive director of human resources at Aramco, is a leader by nature. A practical person who has made many contributions to the community, Al-Ghoson has attained advanced degrees and managed to prove Saudi women are able to compete with men in leadership and management positions. A role model for Saudi women in her capacity as HR director, Al-Ghoson speaks to Sayidaty about her rise to the top....

Malabanan, Sibug lead winners at FGA Kalayaan Cup 2016

Edit Arabnews 10 Jun 2016
Attached Files. . ID. . 1465481679333078400. Publication Date. . Friday, June 10, 2016. RIYADH ... He commended the FGA for its active role in the community ... Alan Malawanda, president; Luke Lacaden, vice president; Al Gatbunton, secretary; Joe Vallado, treasurer; Nick Palce, auditor; Mike Principe, Eastern Province coordinator; and Alex Arellano, technical committee. The tournament, sponsored by Al-Haram for Import and Export Co....

Turkish soap opera to woo Arab tourists

Edit Arabnews 10 Jun 2016
Attached Files. . ID. . 1465497093305103100. Publication Date. . Friday, June 10, 2016. ANTALYA, Turkey ... With a budget of $3 million, “Big House” began airing this week on TRT Al-Arabiya, the Arabic language channel of Turkey’s state broadcaster ... “A lot of the people in the Middle East love Erdogan and the way he does things,” said Assiri, the Saudi comedian whose company, Al Sadaf, is co-producing the series ... Offbeat. ....

09 June 2016 Justice for crimes committed in Darfur must not be sacrificed – ICC Prosecutor (United Nations Security Council)

Edit Public Technologies 10 Jun 2016
Presenting her twenty-third report to the Council on the situation in Darfur, the Prosecutor stressed that such inaction by the Council has emboldened the President of Sudan, Omar al-Bashir, to continue traveling across international borders despite the fact that two arrest warrants have been issued against him by the Court ... al-Bashir's travels to their territories, but to invite and host him....

Astros finally beat the Rangers 3-1, Darvish exits early

Edit Arabnews 10 Jun 2016
Attached Files. . ID. . 1465493279934431900. Publication Date. . Thursday, June 9, 2016. ARLINGTON, Texas ... Hinch used the term crazy when describing all the games against their instate AL West rival the Texas Rangers ... “These games here, they’re crazy ... Keith Meister revealed no issues ... AL East leader Baltimore had a 4-0 win over Kansas City, completing a three-game sweep and extending the Royals’ losing streak to seven games ... ....

Saudi official says kingdom beset by increase in terror attacks

Edit Topix 10 Jun 2016
Saudi Arabia is fending off a growing number of terror attacks inside its borders even as it tries to lead a multinational counterterrorism coalition in a financial and physical battle with Islamic State and al-Qaida, a senior Saudi official said Wednesday ... ....
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