Saudis cancel fair festivities at World’s Fair
Saudi Arabia will skip public ceremonies during its World’s Fair national week Aug. 30 to Sept. 5 and redirect funds to aid Palestinian refugees in Lebanon. Ibrahimi Khoja said Lebanese civilians are suffering and the decision reflects mourning for events in Lebanon. The Saudi pavilion director said money saved will aid relief for Lebanese and Palestinian people as PLO fighters are evacuated from Lebanon.
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Saudi prince donates funds to U.S. cities including Evanston
A Saudi royal family member contributes sizable amounts to cities such as Detroit and Virginia Beach, and to Evanston, reflecting charitable gestures to aid urban needs. The report notes Elvis Presley once gave cars for fun but contrasts with today’s large-scale philanthropy.
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