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Reporting carried by Yemen Online, citing New lines Magazine, says the collapse of Yemen's western coast front was preceded by a decline in the UAE's military role and Riyadh taking sole control of the military file. The claim points to friction between the two Gulf allies over command of forces fighting on that front, and to disarray among their local partners as the front gave way.

Schools in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia's capital, have moved to remote learning as regional tensions escalate. The decision affects students across the city, with classes continuing online instead of in person. The move reflects growing caution in the region, and observers are watching whether other Saudi cities will follow with similar measures.

Gaming channel Aryan Gamerz has published a video titled 'Jack and Riya Found Red Lays Chips House', framed as 'Indian Theft Aura Simulator', a parody riffing on the Grand Theft Auto format. The content follows characters Jack and Riya discovering a house made of red Lays chips packets, a style of absurdist roleplay popular in Indian gaming videos. The clip has drawn hundreds of thousands of likes as the meme format spreads among young viewers.

Yemen's Houthi movement claimed responsibility for attacks on Aramco oil facilities in Riyadh, citing flames and smoke at an oil facility. The group accused Saudi Arabia of strikes on Sanaa and warned of continued escalation. The Saudi-led coalition dismissed the claim, and the reported extent of any damage remains unconfirmed.

Yemen's Houthi movement says it launched an attack on an oil facility near Riyadh, while also accusing Saudi-led forces of shelling areas of Sanaa, Yemen's capital. The claims come as the years-long conflict between the Iran-aligned group and the Saudi-led coalition continues, with cross-border strikes and airstrikes on Yemeni territory persisting despite periodic push for peace talks.

Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. and Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. announced Glaze Teriyaki as a new corporate partner of Madison Square Garden. The partnership deal will see the teriyaki restaurant brand associated with the arena, though neither company has detailed the financial terms. The announcement was carried by Yahoo Finance Canada and circulated among business and sports sponsorship watchers.

Riyad Albustanji has publicly praised the fighters in Gaza and spoken in terms invoking martyrdom, according to a report by The Jerusalem Post. The remarks have drawn attention amid ongoing coverage of the Gaza conflict, where statements by public figures glorifying combatants or framing death in battle as martyrdom routinely spark debate and criticism.

Smoke was reported over Riyadh following an alleged Houthi attack on an Aramco refinery in the Saudi capital. Details on casualties or damage have not been confirmed, and Saudi authorities have not yet issued a full statement. If verified, the strike would mark a significant escalation in Houthi attacks targeting Saudi energy infrastructure.

Egypt and Saudi Arabia are working to revive diplomatic efforts aimed at securing a ceasefire in Sudan's civil war. The two capitals, which have previously brokered talks between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces, are looking for fresh momentum as fighting continues and regional mediators push to bring both sides back to the negotiating table.

Yemen's Houthi movement says it carried out attacks on Aramco facilities in the Saudi capital Riyadh. The claim comes as the group has escalated cross-border strikes against Saudi infrastructure in recent months. No immediate details were given on damage or casualties, and Saudi authorities have not yet confirmed the attacks or commented publicly on the extent of any impact on oil facilities.

Forces aligned with Saudi Arabia carried out strikes against Houthi targets in the Yemeni cities of Sanaa and Saada. Eleven news outlets are being compared over whom they attributed responsibility to for the escalation. The strikes mark renewed fighting in Yemen's long-running conflict, drawing attention to how coverage frames accountability for the attacks.

Pakistan has proposed pursuing negotiations with Yemen's Houthi movement at a time when Saudi Arabia is reportedly considering military options in response to Houthi attacks. The proposal highlights a split in approach among regional actors, with Islamabad favouring diplomacy while Riyadh weighs a harder line. The suggestion underscores Pakistan's interest in stability in the Gulf, where many Pakistani workers live and which is vital to its economy.

Madison Square Garden plans to add a teriyaki stand for the 2026-27 season, expanding its food offerings at the New York arena. The move points to growing demand for Asian-inspired concession options at major sports and entertainment venues. Details on location within the arena or vendors have not been announced.

The Malayalam track 'Parayathe Ariyathe', sung by Karthik, is currently playing on Radio Digital Malayali, an online lofi and Indian music radio station. Around 14 listeners were tuned in at the time of the broadcast, as the station shares its now-playing updates with followers.

Radio Digital Malayali, an online Malayalam radio station, is currently streaming a lo-fi mix of the song Parayathe Ariyathe by Loficat Audios, with around 15 other listeners tuning in at the same time. The station promotes Indian lo-fi music and invites audiences to listen live through its web stream.

Priyanka Kakkar, a leader of the Aam Aadmi Party, has joined the Congress, saying she 'could no longer defend the indefensible'. The defection adds to pressure on AAP, which has faced setbacks in Delhi politics, and gives Congress a vocal critic of her former party ahead of upcoming electoral contests.

Riyad Capital, the investment arm of Riyad Bank in Saudi Arabia, has seen the departure of Abuhaimed, according to a report by Securities Finance Times. The move is being noted by financial industry watchers in the Gulf region, where senior securities finance appointments are closely followed. No further details about the departure or Abuhaimed's next role were provided.