32,000 arrested in Turkey coup probeTurkey said that courts have placed 32,000 suspects under arrest on charges of links to a group run by the US-based preacher.
Pakistan rock climbers scale new heightsA dozen young men and women stand before a rock face on the outskirts of Islamabad, they take turns climbing up the limestone.
Revenge, despair pushing Syrians into jihadist ranks: studyEconomic concerns and the desire for a sense of purpose and revenge are the major factors pushing young Syrians into the arms of jihadist groups, a study released on Wednesday found.
Saudi to take $10 billion foreign loanSaudi Arabia will take a $10 billion loan from foreign banks to help close the gap in its state finances from collapsed oil revenues.
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Oil plummets on Doha failureOil plunged Monday a day after top producers failed to reach a deal in Doha to cap output.
Saudi orders 'kinder, gentler' religious policeSaudi Arabia has stripped its frequently criticised religious police of their powers to arrest, urging them to act "kindly and gently" in enforcing Islamic rules.