Last 7 Days Postings

Madinah, August 07, 2026, SPA -- Several Umrah performers under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Umrah and Visitation Program, implemented by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance, praised the warm reception, excellent organization, and comprehensive care they have received since arriving in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Umrah performers, who came from different countries, e...

Jeddah, August 7, 2026, SPA -- The Tour Guides Cooperative Society in Jeddah, in cooperation with the Saudi Association for Hearing Impairment, organized a training and field program with the support of the Ministry of Culture, represented by the Jeddah Historic District Program and the Red Sea Museum. The initiative aims to equip tourist guides with communication skills to interact effectively wi...

Madinah, August 7, 2026, SPA -- A multidisciplinary medical team at King Salman Medical City, one of the Madinah Health Cluster's facilities, successfully managed a rare high-risk pregnancy involving a 38-year-old woman carrying IVF-conceived twins in her sixth pregnancy. The patient was diagnosed with a complex form of Placenta Accreta Spectrum (PAS), in line with treatment protocols under the Sa...

Riyadh, August 07, 2026, SPA -- For the sixth year in a row, SABIC has demonstrated its industry-leading position in research and innovation by being recognized with a R&D 100 Award, this year for its breakthrough NORYL™ V0 resins, the first-of-its-kind laser-weldable specialty material engineered for the solar energy market. The award in the Materials Science category demonstrates SABIC&rsq...

Riyadh, August 05, 2026, SPA -- Under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the 12th Riyadh Economic Forum is scheduled to be held from October 12 to 14 at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center, bringing together ministers, specialists from the public and private sectors, academics, businesspeople, and economic experts. Chairman o...

Riyadh, August 6, 2026, SPA -- The King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language (KSGAAL), in cooperation with the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) and in coordination with the Saudi National Commission for Education, Culture and Science, has launched nine translated books featuring the State of Teaching Arabic as a Second Language global reports. The new p...

Paris, August 06, 2026, SPA -- The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) announced today that Beijing has been designated as the UNESCO-UIA World Capital of Architecture for 2029, jointly with the International Union of Architects (UIA). The designation was made upon the recommendation of the Joint Committee for the World Capital of Architecture, in recognition...

Madinah, August 6, 2026, SPA -- The second group of Umrah performers under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Guests Program for Umrah and Visitation for the 1448 AH season arrived in Madinah on Wednesday. The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance welcomed the guests upon their arrival in Madinah, where they will visit the Prophet’s Mosque and several Islamic and historic...

Riyadh, August 05, 2026, SPA -- Cluster2 Airports has achieved a new international milestone, with 18 of its airports receiving the Airport Customer Experience Accreditation at Level 3 from the Airports Council International (ACI), reflecting its commitment to applying best international practices in developing the traveler experience. Level 3 accreditation reflects airports' success in integratin...

Riyadh, August 04, 2026, SPA -- The Quality of Life Program Center announced that Riyadh has joined the Global Quality of Life Index (QoLI), a global initiative established through a partnership between the center and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat). Riyadh's inclusion in the index comes as part of the continued efforts of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City, Riyadh Re...

Jeddah, August 04, 2026, SPA -- Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has approved awarding the second-class medal of merit to 25 Saudi citizens and residents in recognition of each having donated blood 50 times.

Jeddah, August 03, 2026, SPA -- His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, held a phone call with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday. During the call, they discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations between Saudi Arabia and Türkiye across a number of fields. They also discussed the latest developments in the region...

Madinah, August 04, 2026, SPA -- The Madinah Health Cluster has launched an awareness campaign marking World Breastfeeding Week to highlight the importance of breastfeeding and encourage mothers to give their children the healthiest possible start in life. The campaign aims to promote the health benefits of breastfeeding for both mothers and infants, encourage breastfeeding practices, address comm...

Riyadh, August 04, 2026, SPA -- The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) said that parts of Riyadh Region are expected to experience a heatwave on Tuesday, with temperatures ranging from 47°C to 48°C. The affected areas include Riyadh City and the governorates of Diriyah, Thadiq, Huraymila, Rumah, Dhurma, Marat, Al-Hariq, Al-Kharj, Ad-Dilam, Hawtat Bani Tamim, Al-Muzahimiyah, Ad-Dawadmi,...

Riyadh, August 4, 2026, SPA -- The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) announced today the opening of registration for the Artificial Intelligence Professional Badges in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, launched earlier this year during the International Conference on Data and AI Capacity Building (ICAN 2026). This phase covers two specializations: "AI Engineer," which focuses on...

Jeddah, August 03, 2026, SPA -- His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, held a phone call with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday. During the call, they discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations between Saudi Arabia and Türkiye across a number of fields. They also discussed the latest developments in the region...

Industry executive assumes role of Segment President International effective August 1, 2026 Ahmed Al-Dadah brings 25 years of international experience with 10 years of leadership in the global energy industry and industrial services Bilfinger Segment International encompasses operations across the United States, Eastern Europe, Türkiye, and the Middle East with more than 10,000 employees Damm...

Rafha, August 01, 2026, SPA -- Traditional wooden measures represent an integral part of the economic and social history of Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders Region, where local communities relied on them to weigh grains, dates, coffee, and liquids before modern systems were introduced. Crafted from local wood and often reinforced with metal rings for durability, these containers standardized...

Buraidah, August 02, 2026, SPA -- Qassim Region continues to strengthen its position as Saudi Arabia's capital of dates, supported by millions of palm trees that produce a wide variety of premium dates, most notably the region's signature Sukkari variety, one of Saudi Arabia's leading agricultural products and among the most sought-after dates in local and international markets The region's status...

Abha, August 03, 2026, SPA -- King Khalid University has launched the second phase of its community initiatives project for the 1447-1448 AH academic year, featuring more than 100 programs targeting various segments of society, as part of the university's efforts to strengthen social responsibility and promote a culture of volunteerism. General Supervisor of the university's General Administration...

Riyadh, August 02, 2026, SPA -- The Joint Ministerial Monitoring Committee (JMMC), comprising Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Nigeria, Algeria and Venezuela held its 67th Meeting via videoconference. The JMMC reviewed current market conditions and emphasized the essential role of the Declaration of Cooperation (DoC) in supporting the stability of global energy markets. In this cont...

Tabuk, July 31, 2026, SPA -- Prince Fahd bin Sultan Promenade in Tabuk remains one of the region's oldest tourist and commercial destinations, preserving its economic role while continuing to attract visitors despite urban expansion and the emergence of modern shopping centers. Located in the heart of the city, the promenade is home to more than 320 commercial outlets offering a wide range of good...

Riyadh, July 31, 2026, SPA -- The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) issued its H1 2026 report revealing that its beneficiary care center processed 191,619 interactions across various channels, including phone calls, WhatsApp, website queries, emails, X messages, Tawakkalna complaints, and sign language support calls. Staffed by qualified Saudi nationals, the center maintained high operati...

Buraidah, July 31, 2026, SPA -- The Buraidah International Dates Carnival opens tomorrow and runs through October 14. The annual economic event marks one of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's largest dates marketing seasons, bringing together farmers, traders, and importers from within the Kingdom and abroad. The event also features cultural, tourism, and entertainment activities at several venues, inc...

Madinah, August 1, 2026, SPA -- Taibah University has launched the Crowd Management Program as part of its MicroX initiative, aiming to equip participants with skills in crowd planning and management and enhance their field decision-making skills in line with best practices. The program offers a university-accredited certificate and consists of 120 training hours. It provides 1,000 seats for appli...