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Saudi Arabia Welcomes Regional Teams for Asian Lacrosse Tournament Riyadh will stage the second edition of the Asian Lacrosse Games from February 1 to 5, bringing together four national teams, Iraq, Pakistan, India, and host nation Saudi Arabia, for a landmark regional competition, according to the Saudi Press Agency. Organized by the Saudi Lacrosse Federation

US Greenlights Multibillion-Dollar Arms Deal to Israel Amid Iran Tensions The United States on Friday approved a multibillion-dollar arms package for Israel, further solidifying its military support at a crucial time when tensions with Iran are rising, according to AFP. “The United States is committed to the security of Israel, and it is vital to

Saudi Artist Brings Geological Heritage to Life with Playformation Saudi designer and artist Aseel Al-Amoudi unveils “Playformation: The Curve & The Dot” at AlUla Arts Festival 2026, turning the region’s geological heritage into a vibrant, interactive experience, according to the Saudi Press Agency. The work reimagines design as a living extension of AlUla itself, depicting

Photo Credit: Richard Anthony Photography Left to Right—Anthony Rutledge, HEI Hotels & Resorts, Tony Capuano, Marriott, Gary Mendell, Shatterproof & HEI Hotels & Resorts, Pam Jenkins, Shatterproof & Geoff Ballotti, Wyndham. WASHINGTON, D.C.—Shatterproof honored Anthony Capuano, president and chief executive officer of Marriott International, with the 2026 Shatterproof Hospitality Hero Award on January 27, 2026

Photo Credit: Gladstone MIAMI, Florida—Kempinski Group announced Kempinski Residences Miami Design District, the development that will mark its first branded residential project in the United States. Developed by DaGrosa Capital Development Partners LLC, the project brings the Kempinski brand to the Miami Design District. ISG World will lead sales efforts. “Miami is where timeless luxury and visionary development converge at the highest

Photo Credit: Hilton Garden Inn Columbus Easton WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia—Newport Hospitality Group announced the addition of the Hilton Garden Inn Columbus Easton and Homewood Suites Columbus Easton, Ohio, to its portfolio. Owned by Har and Rani Bhatnagar, the dual-branded properties are adjacent to Easton Town Center, an open-air destination offering shopping, dining, entertainment, and business activity.

Photo Credit: Courtyard by Marriott Albany ALBANY, Georgia—Marcus & Millichap announced today the sale of an 84-room Courtyard by Marriott located in Albany, Georgia.  “The buyer, a New York-based investment firm, sought a high rate of return in a growing Southeast market to add to its portfolio of hospitality assets,” said McLean Hicklin, senior director of investments. “This is a great example of

AUSTIN, Texas—Oracle OPERA Cloud hospitality platform announced that it has been approved by IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) as a cloud-based property management system (PMS) for its estate in the Americas and EMEAA (Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia) regions. With this approval, Oracle joins IHG’s exclusive list of approved property management systems, enabling franchisees and hotel owners to

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‎Fast-rising Nigerian singer, Nanyah has reportedly passed away after an alleged snake bite. ‎According to a report on the microblogging platform, X (formerly Twitter), the singer was bitten by a snake at her house and passed out, despite being rushed to the hospital. ‎However, this report hasn’t been confirmed by close associates or family. ‎Meanwhile