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RIYADH — The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has updated regulations governing ice cream shops to regulate operations, establish food safety requirements, clarify standards for investors, and improve service quality. The updated regulations cover food safety from product receipt through storage, preparation, and serving, including temperature control, allergen disclosure, and hygiene and sterilization…

The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites has opened traffic on several newly developed lanes along the Third Ring Road and Prince Saud Al Faisal Road, reducing travel times by more than 90%.…

Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Traffic has warned motorists against violating vehicle window tinting regulations, saying offenders could face fines ranging from SR500 to SR900. The authority said rear window tinting is permitted provided it does not exceed 30 per cent, a level intended to balance privacy with road safety while helping reduce heat inside…

King’s College Riyadh is giving families in the capital a glimpse into the future of its highly anticipated SEDRA campus through the opening of its new Parent Experience Centre at ROSHN Front — an immersive space designed to bring the school’s vision, facilities and educational offering to life. The opening comes as King’s College Riyadh,…

GAZA CITY: Saudi Arabia’s aid agency KSrelief has recently provided 24,000 hot meals to vulnerable people displaced by conflict in Gaza’s central and southern areas. A central kitchen was established by KSrelief in Gaza in February to provide the food. In Khan Younis, 820 food baskets were delivered, benefiting 4,920 people. This aid is a…

RIYADH — The Transport General Authority (TGA), in cooperation with Dammam Airports, has announced the implementation of the first phase of a bus passenger service operating on two shuttle routes connecting King Fahd International Airport with Jubail and Khafji. The TGA stated that the first phase includes shuttle bus services operating in both directions along…

The prefabricated homes that have begun arriving in, the first of the model towns in southern Lebanon, mark a shift in the “pilot areas” initiative from a security-focused phase to one centered on the return…

(MENAFN - Khaleej Times) The resident said the savings were the result of five years of hard work and were intended to help him and his family start a new chapter upon returning home By: ...

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia and Russia’s mutual visit visa waiver agreement has entered into force to boost tourism and cultural exchange between the two countries and support broader people-to-people engagement. The Kingdom and Russia signed the mutual visa-exemption agreement on the sidelines of the Saudi–Russian Investment and Business Forum, held in Riyadh on Dec. 1, 2025. …

JEDDAH— The Jeddah Mayoralty has announced the mandatory application of the Hejazi coastal architecture design guidelines to all new residential building permits and requests to renovate residential building facades across the city. Implementation of the guidelines began in May this year, and those who fail to comply with the regulations will face penalties. The guidelines…

Turaif Governorate in Northern Borders Region has been adorned in green in preparation for Saudi National Day. The municipality showcased its preparations by decorating the streets with flags and green lighting, SPA reported. The governorate…

(MENAFN - Jordan News Agency) Amman, May 31 (Petra) -- The Public Security Directorate (PSD) has mobilized its specialized units across border centers to provide security, humanitarian, and ...

MAKKAH: The Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has launched the Dalalah wa Tibyan program as part of its Hajj season plan. The program aims to raise religious awareness and support pilgrims’ educational and spiritual experience by distributing guidance booklets and awareness materials in several languages throughout the Grand…

RIYADH — The Roads General Authority (RGA) stated that the Saudi Road Code sets technical requirements for regulating roadside parking locations to enhance traffic safety, as part of ongoing efforts to improve quality of life and raise safety and efficiency standards across Saudi Arabia’s road network.The authority explained that the requirements include maintaining a minimum…

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, a land that has witnessed successive civilizations whose traces remain across its regions, is home to AlUla Governorate, where the Hegra Archaeological Site stands as part of this rich human…

(MENAFN - Khaleej Times) 'The return of pilgrims to their homeland is an occasion that carries profound spirituality and humanitarian meanings,' a top official at GDRFA Dubai said By: WAM ...

RABAT: Saudi Arabia concluded its participation in the 31st Rabat International Book Fair, held from May 1 to 10, highlighting the nation’s cultural and intellectual ties with Morocco. Abdullatif Al-Wasel, CEO of the Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission, said the participation reflects the relations between the two countries and aims to introduce Saudi literary and…

SAKAKA — The King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Development Authority has achieved a major milestone as 10 of the reserve’s hiking trails received international accreditation. The reserve is the first in Saudi Arabia to earn such recognition, further enhancing the Kingdom's profile in adventure tourism and ecotourism. The Saudi Climbing and Hiking Federation granted…

Green Riyadh, one of the programs overseen by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City, has launched a tree-planting and cleanup campaign at Shuaib Umm Qasr to coincide with Saudi National Day celebrations, the Saudi Press…

(MENAFN - Khaleej Times) Although the documents revealed the identity of the bag's owner, locating and contacting her required forming a team to trace her movements By: Laraib Anwer Dubai ...

A number of Saudi students have achieved outstanding results in a national test recognizing academic giftedness, with several securing places at top universities around the world. This year’s students from Downe House Riyadh who were recognized for their scores in the Mawhiba Multiple Cognitive Aptitude Test include Aseel Al-Bagieh (year eight), Safanah Al-Homood (year five),…

RIYADH — The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing completed more than 200 kilometers of stormwater drainage networks across several cities and regions during the first half of 2026.The ministry said approximately 200.3 kilometers of drainage networks were completed during the period, including more than 115 kilometers of main networks and around 85 kilometers of secondary…

Palm trees are an integral part of AlUla Governorate's agricultural landscape and social and economic history. They remain a prominent feature of the governorate as a major crop and a source of food and income,…

The Madinah Buses project, overseen by the Al Madinah Region Development Authority, has announced the temporary suspension of its public transportation services from noon on the 9th of Dhu Al Hijjah, 1447 AH, as part of preparations for the Hajj season, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. Normal operations are set to resume on the morning…

JEDDAH: At just 15, Sulaf Al-Johani is the first Saudi Arabia female to participate in and win the Most Inspiring Young Leader award at the Impact CEO Awards in Dubai earlier this year, for her leadership and scientific contributions at international gatherings. She is “proud” of several projects and innovations, most notably research in the…

MAKKAH — The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites has opened traffic on several newly developed lanes along the Third Ring Road and Prince Saud Al Faisal Road, reducing travel times by more than 90 percent.The expansion includes an additional 1.5-kilometer stretch on the Third Ring Road connecting the Prince Metab intersection to…

AlUla's skies and rock formations create striking natural scenes that attract visitors and astrotourism enthusiasts, as its diverse landscapes blend with the stars and night sky, offering an experience that combines nature, celestial observation, and…

(MENAFN - Khaleej Times) Civil aviation regulator in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia has issued new directives to all airlines operating at the Gulf state's airports regarding carrying portable chargers ...

RIAYDH: Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan discussed the latest regional developments with his Iranian and Pakistani counterparts in separate calls, the Saudi Foreign Ministry said on Monday. Prince Faisal spoke on the phone with Iran’s Abbas Araghchi, during which they discussed “the latest developments related to Pakistani mediation efforts and the ongoing diplomatic talks…

RIYADH — The General Directorate of Traffic announced on Tuesday the establishment of six new driving schools across various regions and governorates of Saudi Arabia.The directorate stated that one school each will be established in Asir, Jazan, Dammam Metropolitan Area, Hail, Makkah, and Al-Jouf. Interested companies and institutions are invited to apply for this project…

A bus crash in Egypt's eastern Sinai Peninsula on Wednesday killed 16 people and injured 28 others, the health ministry reported. Twenty ambulances rushed to the scene of the accident, which occurred on the road…

(MENAFN - The Peninsula) The Peninsula Online Doha, Qatar: As the first group of Qatari pilgrims arrived in Saudi Arabia to perform Hajj, Hamad International Airport has extended additional support ...

GAZA CITY: A delegation from the UN’s humanitarian office has praised Saudi Arabia’s operations in Gaza after visiting projects run by the Kingdom’s aid agency, KSrelief. The delegation from the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs toured KSrelief’s facilities and aid distribution sites across the enclave as living conditions continue to deteriorate amid…

JEDDAH — The Jeddah Mayoralty has renamed Corniche Road as Prince Khaled Al-Faisal Road. The 17-km road extends from Al-Nakheel Street in the north to Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Street (Tahlia Street) in the south. The renaming coincides with the recent issuance of a royal decree extending the tenure of Prince Khaled Al-Faisal as Advisor…

King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve is distinguished by its unique natural plant diversity and its captivating natural features, highlighted by distinctive plants that add exceptional beauty to its various environments. Among the most prominent…

(MENAFN - Khaleej Times) This year, the Hajj rituals will take place between May 25 and May 27, and Dubai has put in place dedicated services to assist pilgrims and ease their travel By: ...

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Culture has opened applications for nonprofit organizations to join its “Support for Performance Program.” The program offers eligible entities the opportunity to apply for six financial support products aimed at strengthening the Kingdom’s nonprofit cultural sector.

JEDDAH — Saudi Civil Defense issued a series of alerts across seven cities and governorates within about 30 minutes late Friday before subsequently announcing that the danger had passed.The alerts covered Jeddah, Taif, Yanbu, AlUla, Khamis Mushait, Jazan and Abha.Jeddah, Taif, Yanbu and Khamis Mushait each received two alerts, while AlUla, Jazan and Abha each…

It has welcomed marathon runners, rock stars and the first modern Olympic athletes. Now it’s time for a monumental scrub. Athens’ U-shaped Panathenaic Stadium — made entirely of white marble — is getting its first…

(MENAFN - Khaleej Times) Every summer, thousands of UAE citizens and expatriates travel to Oman during the khareef season to enjoy the cooler weather, rainfall, and scenic natural beauty By: ...

RIYADH: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan has arrived in the United Kingdom on an official visit, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday. During the visit, Prince Faisal is scheduled to meet with the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs Yvette Cooper to discuss Saudi-British relations and regional and international…

RIYADH — The Saudi Civil Defense lifted all emergency alerts on Monday after issuing temporary warnings for potential danger in four southern and southwestern regions and cities. The General Directorate of Civil Defense announced that the danger had passed in the southern Jazan and Najran regions, as well as in Khamis Mushait governorate and Abha…

The King Fahd Glorious Quran Printing Complex in Madinah welcomed more than 154,000 visitors from 18 countries during July to learn about Saudi Arabia's efforts to serve, print, and translate the meanings of the Holy…

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has enhanced direct communication channels with pilgrims through a unified number, 1966, available around the clock in 11 languages. The ministry said the service allows pilgrims to obtain information, request assistance and report service-related issues, with systems in place to ensure swift responses and efficient handling of various…

RIYADH: The Royal Commission for Riyadh City has launched a tender for naming rights of five main Riyadh Metro stations — Al-Murooj, Al-Nuzha, King Fahd District 1, Al-Rabie and Jarir District — with 10-year contracts available for the first group. The commission has invited local and international private sector investors to participate under regulations aligned with…

RIYADH — The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) has implemented a traffic diversion on Thumamah Road as development continues on its 8-kilometer eastern section. The project aimed at increasing road capacity to more than 200,000 vehicles per day. It includes the construction of three bridges, three tunnels and four major intersections at Airport Road,…

Al-Ulaya historical district in Hail stands as a key heritage landmark, preserving the city's architectural and social history spanning over 150 years. Located in Hail’s former commercial center, the district retains authentic Najdi architectural features…

Saudi Arabia’s Heritage Commission said it had documented an early Islamic inscription dating back to the first century Hijri along the historic Darb Zubayda pilgrimage route in the Hail region. The inscription was identified at Dhali’ al-Nis, south of Samira governorate, on one of the key routes used by pilgrims travelling from Kufa to Mecca,…