Heavy rains, floods kill 18 in Saudi ArabiaRains and flooding have killed 18 people throughout Saudi Arabia and 915 had to be rescued from inside their vehicles, the General Directorate of Saudi Civil Defense said on Thursday. Floodwaters inundated roadways in Riyadh, Makk More… |
Arig upbeat despite industry challengesArab Insurance Group (Arig) remained in positive territory in the first quarter despite a difficult industry climate, returning a profit of $600,000 compared to $4.5 million during the corresponding period in 2010. According to expert More… |
Saudi floods leave 48 dead, 900 strandedForty-eight people have died in the Saudi Arabian port city of Jeddah following the heaviest rainfall in years, a rescue services spokesman said on Thursday. Some were drowned or were killed by collapsing bridges and in car crashes, while More… |