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SDAIA Begins Applying Data and AI Training Program Standards Framework
Local NewsWednesday, September 23, 2026 : 12:23(+4GMT)

SDAIA Begins Applying Data and AI Training Program Standards Framework

Riyadh, September 23, 2026, SPA -- The Capacity Building sector at the Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA), in cooperation with the Technical and Vocational Training Corporation, has begun applying the Data and AI Training Program Standards Framework to specialized training programs. The framework was launched last week at the fourth UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence in...

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Madinah Region Municipality Holds Saudi National Day Celebration under Governor’s Patronage
Local NewsWednesday, September 23, 2026 : 12:20(+4GMT)

Madinah Region Municipality Holds Saudi National Day Celebration under Governor’s Patronage

Madinah, September 23, 2026, SPA -- Under the patronage of Governor of Madinah Region Prince Salman bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, Madinah Region Municipality held a Saudi National Day celebration at the King Salman International Convention Center. Officials and residents of the region attended. The ceremony opened with the royal anthem, followed by a recitation from the Holy Quran. A patriotic poem th...

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Jewels of the World exhibitors unveiled as Riyadh show openings draw closer
Fashion NewsWednesday, September 23, 2026 : 11:57(+4GMT)

Jewels of the World exhibitors unveiled as Riyadh show openings draw closer

Jewels of the World is set to welcome more than 180 international and regional jewellery houses when it opens its doors in Riyadh next month. Taking place across two different venues in the city, the event will also see the debut of Timeology Nights, an immersive high watchmaking experience bringing together over 35 Haute Horlogerie maisons. Jewels of the World Luxe & Timeology Nights / 9-13 Octob...

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Saudi National Day: Saudi Media Keeps Pace with the Kingdom's Development Journey Through Digital Transformation and AI
Events & ExhibitionsTuesday, September 22, 2026 : 17:07(+4GMT)

Saudi National Day: Saudi Media Keeps Pace with the Kingdom's Development Journey Through Digital Transformation and AI

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia celebrates its National Day on September 23, 2026, commemorating the unification of the country under the leadership of King Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman Al Saud in 1932. This year's celebration comes amid a remarkable national journey marked by transformation and achievements across a wide range of sectors, including the economy, tourism, entertainment, media, sports, and...

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Saudi National Team Continues Preparations for Gulf Cup Opener against Kuwait
Events & ExhibitionsTuesday, September 22, 2026 : 11:38(+4GMT)

Saudi National Team Continues Preparations for Gulf Cup Opener against Kuwait

Jeddah, September 22, 2026, SPA -- The Saudi national football team continued preparations Monday evening for its 27th Arabian Gulf Cup group-stage opener against Kuwait on September 23 at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah. The team trained at the sports city’s training grounds under Head Coach Georgios Donis. The session included possession drills, attacking tactical exercises, an...

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Taibah Valley Offers Pathways to Support Ideas and Protect Intellectual Property
Local NewsTuesday, September 22, 2026 : 11:37(+4GMT)

Taibah Valley Offers Pathways to Support Ideas and Protect Intellectual Property

Madinah, September 22, 2026, SPA - Taibah Valley, the investment arm of Taibah University in Madinah, offers a range of specialized pathways to support innovators and idea owners based on the stage of development of their ideas and the type of protection required, with the aim of enabling them and supporting their growth opportunities. The pathways include intellectual property consultations, pate...

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More than 20 Countries Call for Binding AI Safety Measures
Information TechnologyTuesday, September 22, 2026 : 11:36(+4GMT)

More than 20 Countries Call for Binding AI Safety Measures

Washington, September 22, 2026, SPA -- In a joint statement, leaders of more than 20 countries called for binding safety measures for advanced artificial intelligence (AI) systems. They warned that the systems could develop faster than they can be regulated and controlled. The statement cited serious risks to safety and security that could arise from misuse of these systems, as well as recent case...

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Jeddah Hosts Air Shows for Saudi National Day
Travel NewsMonday, September 21, 2026 : 11:05(+4GMT)

Jeddah Hosts Air Shows for Saudi National Day

Jeddah, September 19, 2026, SPA -- Jeddah hosted aerial displays yesterday at the ROSHN Waterfront as part of nationwide celebrations marking Saudi National Day. Organized under the Ministry of Defense's celebratory flight program, the daily air shows will continue through September 20 starting at 5:00 p.m., offering residents and visitors a three-day spectacle along the coastal corniche.

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Saudi Arabia Advances Data and AI Leadership, Promotes Responsible Use for Humanity
Local NewsMonday, September 21, 2026 : 11:02(+4GMT)

Saudi Arabia Advances Data and AI Leadership, Promotes Responsible Use for Humanity

Riyadh, September 21, 2026, SPA -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia continues to strengthen its leading position on the global digital map, with data and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies serving as key pillars in achieving the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. The Kingdom is adopting an integrated approach that balances advanced technological innovation with the development of national human ca...

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Bahraini National Team Delegation Arrives in Jeddah for 27th Arabian Gulf Cup
Local NewsMonday, September 21, 2026 : 11:00(+4GMT)

Bahraini National Team Delegation Arrives in Jeddah for 27th Arabian Gulf Cup

Jeddah, September 21, 2026, SPA -- The delegation of the Bahraini senior national football team arrived in Jeddah Governorate to prepare to compete in the 27th Arabian Gulf Cup, which Saudi Arabia will host from September 23 to October 6. Representatives of the tournament’s organizing committee welcomed the delegation at King Abdulaziz International Airport. Once arrival formalities were com...

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Makkah Chamber, Human Resources Development Fund Qualify National Talent for Retail Perfume Sector
Local NewsSaturday, September 19, 2026 : 10:43(+4GMT)

Makkah Chamber, Human Resources Development Fund Qualify National Talent for Retail Perfume Sector

Makkah, September 18, 2026, SPA -- The Makkah Chamber, in partnership with the Human Resources Development Fund, organized a specialized career pathway to qualify national talent for retail sales positions in the perfume sector. The initiative connects Saudi job seekers directly with private-sector vacancies, supporting Saudization goals and aligning vocational readiness with commercial market dem...

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Saudi Electronic University Renamed Prince Musaid bin Abdulrahman University upon Royal Directive
Local NewsSaturday, September 19, 2026 : 10:38(+4GMT)

Saudi Electronic University Renamed Prince Musaid bin Abdulrahman University upon Royal Directive

Jeddah, September 18, 2026, SPA -- Upon the recommendation of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has directed that the Saudi Electronic University be renamed Prince Musaid bin Abdulrahman University in honor of the late Prince Musaid bin Abdulrahman Al Saud. The de...

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KSrelief Signs Cooperation Agreement to Support Orphans in Djibouti
Local NewsFriday, September 18, 2026 : 10:33(+4GMT)

KSrelief Signs Cooperation Agreement to Support Orphans in Djibouti

Riyadh, September 18, 2026, SPA -- The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) signed a cooperation agreement yesterday at its headquarters in Riyadh with the Refaq Association in Hail Region to meet basic needs and provide care for orphans in the Republic of Djibouti. The agreement provides for monthly support of $80 for orphans to help ease the financial burden on the families...

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Saudi Arabia, OECD, GPAI Host Session on AI Policy Tools
Information TechnologyFriday, September 18, 2026 : 10:31(+4GMT)

Saudi Arabia, OECD, GPAI Host Session on AI Policy Tools

Riyadh, September 18, 2026, SPA -- Saudi Arabia, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), and the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) hosted a side event on artificial intelligence (AI) policy tools as part of the UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence in Riyadh. The event aimed to support countries in designing and implementing AI p...

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Arab Parliament: Arabic Language Is a Tool for Knowledge Creation and a Bridge for Dialogue with the World
Local NewsFriday, September 18, 2026 : 10:30(+4GMT)

Arab Parliament: Arabic Language Is a Tool for Knowledge Creation and a Bridge for Dialogue with the World

Cairo, September 17, 2026, SPA -- The Arab Parliament affirmed that serving the Arabic language is neither a cultural luxury nor a responsibility resting solely with specialists. Rather, it is a shared Arab responsibility linked to the future of the Arab world, its capacity to generate knowledge, and its active participation in human civilization. It emphasized that Arabic is not merely a vessel f...

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