Ronaldo waves Saudi-flag scarf after match interrupted by missile alert

Middle East and Central Asia’s economy to shrink in 2026 amid war, IMF says

Iraq, Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar face double-digit declines in GDP amid the fallout from the US-Israel war on Iran.

Michael Jordan’s ‘Last Dance’ NBA Finals jersey sells for record $14m

The basketball memorabilia ranks as the second-largest sale in history ⁠⁠among game-worn sports jerseys.

Despite long history with Netanyahu, Trump hedges as Israel vote nears

US president has not endorsed Israeli prime minister ahead of October 27 election amid shifting public sentiment.