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GCC secretary-general bids farewell to Finnish ambassador to Saudi Arabia

GCC secretary-general bids farewell to Finnish ambassador to Saudi Arabia

GCC Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi received Finland’s ambassador in Riyadh as her diplomatic mission to Saudi Arabia comes to an end.

Saudi passports authority details steps to renew resident ID via Absher Business

Saudi passports authority details steps to renew resident ID via Absher Business

Man arrested for lighting fire outside designated area in Imam Faisal Reserve

Man arrested for lighting fire outside designated area in Imam Faisal Reserve

Saudi Arabia tops global digital readiness, tech sector jobs surge

Saudi Arabia tops global digital readiness, tech sector jobs surge

Saudi minister announces AI programs and training for 30,000 talents

Saudi minister announces AI programs and training for 30,000 talents

Absher outlines steps to update resident ID photo online

Absher outlines steps to update resident ID photo online

Border Guard foils attempt to smuggle 58,500 regulated pills in Jazan

Border Guard foils attempt to smuggle 58,500 regulated pills in Jazan

Saudi Arabia condemns Niamey unrest, reaffirms support for Niger stability

Saudi Arabia condemns Niamey unrest, reaffirms support for Niger stability

Red alert issued for mountainous areas in Jazan amid heavy rain

Red alert issued for mountainous areas in Jazan amid heavy rain

Saudi Food and Drug Authority launches first national food composition database

Saudi Food and Drug Authority launches first national food composition database

Saudi Arabia and Pakistan agree to boost food security, raise exports to $3bn

Saudi Arabia and Pakistan agree to boost food security, raise exports to $3bn

Thunderstorms to continue in parts of Saudi Arabia this week, says weather center

Thunderstorms to continue in parts of Saudi Arabia this week, says weather center

Expert offers advice on overcoming fear of academic failure

Expert offers advice on overcoming fear of academic failure

Expert outlines strategies for adapting to changing job market

Expert outlines strategies for adapting to changing job market

Three Ethiopians arrested in Asir for smuggling khat

Three Ethiopians arrested in Asir for smuggling khat

Rare 9th-century Quranic manuscript on display at Makkah museum

Rare 9th-century Quranic manuscript on display at Makkah museum

Transport authority launches permits for double-trailer trucks outside cities

Transport authority launches permits for double-trailer trucks outside cities

Saudi leaders congratulate Turkish president on Victory Day anniversary

Saudi leaders congratulate Turkish president on Victory Day anniversary

Dammam records highest temperature at 48°C, Abha lowest

Dammam records highest temperature at 48°C, Abha lowest

Four arrested in Jazan for smuggling 80 kg of khat

Four arrested in Jazan for smuggling 80 kg of khat

LEAP conference with 2,000 firms offers key platform for students

LEAP conference with 2,000 firms offers key platform for students

Border Guard detains four for illegal fishing off Al-Qunfudhah

Border Guard detains four for illegal fishing off Al-Qunfudhah

Six days until autumn as temperatures, humidity set to drop

Six days until autumn as temperatures, humidity set to drop

Prince Faisal bin Bandar Award for Excellence opens fifth cycle applications

Prince Faisal bin Bandar Award for Excellence opens fifth cycle applications

Saudi Arabia designates 21 cities and sites as 'Healthy Cities' after meeting global standards

Saudi Arabia designates 21 cities and sites as 'Healthy Cities' after meeting global standards

Medina education chief unveils plans for new schools and upgraded facilities

Medina education chief unveils plans for new schools and upgraded facilities

700,000 students return to Jeddah schools as new academic year begins

700,000 students return to Jeddah schools as new academic year begins

Medina education chief unveils plans for new schools and facility upgrades

Medina education chief unveils plans for new schools and facility upgrades

Proof of guardianship required for divorced women to register with Citizen Account

Proof of guardianship required for divorced women to register with Citizen Account

Asir Dent conference aims to boost healthcare skills, says chairman

Asir Dent conference aims to boost healthcare skills, says chairman

Jeddah education chief: 40 training programs supported early teacher return

Jeddah education chief: 40 training programs supported early teacher return

Kuaik dates top Wadi Al-Safra harvest in Madinah

Kuaik dates top Wadi Al-Safra harvest in Madinah

Drivers turn cars into mobile studios as livestreaming behind the wheel raises safety concerns

Drivers turn cars into mobile studios as livestreaming behind the wheel raises safety concerns

Traffic authority issues six safety tips for students on the move

Traffic authority issues six safety tips for students on the move

Hajj ministry outlines five steps for a seamless Umrah journey

Hajj ministry outlines five steps for a seamless Umrah journey

Al-Baha launches AI-powered smart irrigation system

Al-Baha launches AI-powered smart irrigation system

Public Administration Institute launches advanced diploma programs to meet labor market needs

Public Administration Institute launches advanced diploma programs to meet labor market needs

Thunderstorms and flash floods expected in several Saudi regions today

Thunderstorms and flash floods expected in several Saudi regions today

Saudi Arabia's selection to host UNESCO AI ethics forum highlights growing role

Saudi Arabia's selection to host UNESCO AI ethics forum highlights growing role

Man arrested for illegal grazing in King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve

Man arrested for illegal grazing in King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve

Live streaming behind the wheel a growing trap for Saudi drivers

Live streaming behind the wheel a growing trap for Saudi drivers

Saudi man arrested for lighting fire in restricted area in Hail

Saudi man arrested for lighting fire in restricted area in Hail

Strong winds forecast for Northern Borders region, warns weather center

Strong winds forecast for Northern Borders region, warns weather center

Four Asir cities gain WHO healthy city status after meeting 80 criteria

Four Asir cities gain WHO healthy city status after meeting 80 criteria

Civil Defense extinguishes truck and tanker fire in Riyadh's Al-Noor district

Civil Defense extinguishes truck and tanker fire in Riyadh's Al-Noor district

All Saudi students return to school Sunday as new academic year begins

All Saudi students return to school Sunday as new academic year begins

Saudi man arrested in Makkah for trafficking hashish, pills hidden in car

Saudi man arrested in Makkah for trafficking hashish, pills hidden in car

Institute of Public Administration launches new advanced diploma programs

Institute of Public Administration launches new advanced diploma programs

Generative AI training boosts Al-Baha University graduates' job readiness

Generative AI training boosts Al-Baha University graduates' job readiness

Light to moderate rain falls across parts of Madinah region

Light to moderate rain falls across parts of Madinah region

Jeddah authorities destroy 1.3 tons of used clothing, remove 270 illegal stalls in Al-Khumrah

Jeddah authorities destroy 1.3 tons of used clothing, remove 270 illegal stalls in Al-Khumrah

Makkah Buses issues guide to school routes ahead of new academic year

Makkah Buses issues guide to school routes ahead of new academic year

Yemeni leader thanks Saudi Arabia for ongoing support of reform program

Yemeni leader thanks Saudi Arabia for ongoing support of reform program

Institute of Public Administration launches new specialized diploma programs

Institute of Public Administration launches new specialized diploma programs

Integrated services enhance visitor experience at Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah

Integrated services enhance visitor experience at Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah

Najran University wins first place at 2025 International Student Research Competition

Najran University wins first place at 2025 International Student Research Competition

Dust storm center logs 33 hours of dust events across region

Dust storm center logs 33 hours of dust events across region

Asir records highest life expectancy in Saudi Arabia, says health minister

Asir records highest life expectancy in Saudi Arabia, says health minister

Saudi Islamic Affairs Ministry launches sixth training course for Cambodian imams and preachers

Saudi Islamic Affairs Ministry launches sixth training course for Cambodian imams and preachers

Three Kenyan nationals arrested in Riyadh for hashish trafficking

Three Kenyan nationals arrested in Riyadh for hashish trafficking

Over 200 auctioneers drive busy Buraidah Date Carnival auctions

Over 200 auctioneers drive busy Buraidah Date Carnival auctions

Civil Defense extinguishes scrap metal fire in Dammam, no injuries reported

Civil Defense extinguishes scrap metal fire in Dammam, no injuries reported

Traffic authority to launch online license plate auction Sunday via Absher

Traffic authority to launch online license plate auction Sunday via Absher

Jeddah authorities remove 270 illegal stalls, destroy 1.3 tons of used clothing

Jeddah authorities remove 270 illegal stalls, destroy 1.3 tons of used clothing

Border Guard foils attempt to smuggle 15 kg of hashish in Asir

Border Guard foils attempt to smuggle 15 kg of hashish in Asir

Three arrested in Jazan for smuggling 40 kg of khat

Three arrested in Jazan for smuggling 40 kg of khat

Saudi customs report 1,078 contraband seizures in one week

Saudi customs report 1,078 contraband seizures in one week

Three Kenyan residents arrested in Riyadh for trafficking 17 kg of hashish

Three Kenyan residents arrested in Riyadh for trafficking 17 kg of hashish

Citizen’s Account clarifies support requests submitted after August 10

Citizen’s Account clarifies support requests submitted after August 10

Saudi man executed in Madinah for repeat hashish trafficking

Saudi man executed in Madinah for repeat hashish trafficking

Over 14,400 residency, labor and border law violators arrested in Saudi Arabia in one week

Over 14,400 residency, labor and border law violators arrested in Saudi Arabia in one week

Saudis celebrate Sudanese man's wedding in show of gratitude in Tabuk

Saudis celebrate Sudanese man's wedding in show of gratitude in Tabuk

Dammam records Saudi Arabia’s highest temperature at 48°C, Abha lowest

Dammam records Saudi Arabia’s highest temperature at 48°C, Abha lowest

Students in Makkah, Madinah, Jeddah and Taif return to school Sunday

Students in Makkah, Madinah, Jeddah and Taif return to school Sunday

Traffic authority warns truck drivers over unsecured cargo risks

Traffic authority warns truck drivers over unsecured cargo risks

Saudi cultural center in Paris to highlight Kingdom’s heritage, says writer

Saudi cultural center in Paris to highlight Kingdom’s heritage, says writer

Hajj and Umrah research forum highlights tech innovations for pilgrims

Hajj and Umrah research forum highlights tech innovations for pilgrims

Digital District initiative hailed as global model for digital transformation

Digital District initiative hailed as global model for digital transformation

Al-Nassr defeat Al-Taawoun 2-1 to top Saudi Pro League

Al-Nassr defeat Al-Taawoun 2-1 to top Saudi Pro League

Legal expert hails rapid digital transformation of Saudi justice system

Legal expert hails rapid digital transformation of Saudi justice system

Over $14 trillion in deals expected at this year’s LEAP conference, expert says

Over $14 trillion in deals expected at this year’s LEAP conference, expert says

Iran-backed Iraqi factions reportedly planning attacks on Saudi Arabia

Iran-backed Iraqi factions reportedly planning attacks on Saudi Arabia

Thunderstorms and strong winds expected across several regions Saturday

Thunderstorms and strong winds expected across several regions Saturday

Biometric registration now mandatory for Saudi passport applicants aged 10 and above

Biometric registration now mandatory for Saudi passport applicants aged 10 and above

Over 2,600 Madinah schools prepare to welcome half a million students

Over 2,600 Madinah schools prepare to welcome half a million students

Taif Municipality steps up school area clean-up ahead of new academic year

Taif Municipality steps up school area clean-up ahead of new academic year

Light to moderate rain falls across parts of Madinah region

Light to moderate rain falls across parts of Madinah region

Al-Baha Development Office and Misk empower 345 in media and tourism

Al-Baha Development Office and Misk empower 345 in media and tourism

Deep partial lunar eclipse coincides with full moon over Arar

Deep partial lunar eclipse coincides with full moon over Arar

Elm highlights digital transformation at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh

Elm highlights digital transformation at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh

Saudi Arabia and Pakistan vow to boost cooperation in agriculture, food security

Saudi Arabia and Pakistan vow to boost cooperation in agriculture, food security

Saudi leaders send condolences to Nepal over flood and landslide victims

Saudi leaders send condolences to Nepal over flood and landslide victims

Saudi Arabia expresses solidarity with Algeria after deadly wildfires

Saudi Arabia expresses solidarity with Algeria after deadly wildfires

Red alert issued as heavy rain hits five Saudi regions

Red alert issued as heavy rain hits five Saudi regions

Border Guard rescues man suffering medical emergency at sea in Jazan

Border Guard rescues man suffering medical emergency at sea in Jazan

China rejects US sanctions threat over Iran ties, calls cooperation legal

China rejects US sanctions threat over Iran ties, calls cooperation legal

Six Yemenis arrested in Asir for smuggling 120 kg of khat

Six Yemenis arrested in Asir for smuggling 120 kg of khat

Hail undergoes rapid development, leveraging rich heritage and unique geography

Hail undergoes rapid development, leveraging rich heritage and unique geography

Al-Bukayriyah date market grows to 250 tons daily after 17 seasons

Al-Bukayriyah date market grows to 250 tons daily after 17 seasons

Jeddah Islamic Port passport officers welcome Umrah pilgrims

Jeddah Islamic Port passport officers welcome Umrah pilgrims

Pakistani nationals arrested in Asir for hashish trafficking

Pakistani nationals arrested in Asir for hashish trafficking

Saudi Media Academy signs partnership with Zanjabeel to boost creative output

Saudi Media Academy signs partnership with Zanjabeel to boost creative output

Employees liable for failing to report known violations, says legal expert

Employees liable for failing to report known violations, says legal expert

Rainfall chances rise as countdown to end of summer begins in September

Rainfall chances rise as countdown to end of summer begins in September

Two arrested in Al-Jouf for illegal sale of regulated medical pills

Two arrested in Al-Jouf for illegal sale of regulated medical pills

Border guards in Jazan arrest Ethiopians for smuggling 20kg of khat

Border guards in Jazan arrest Ethiopians for smuggling 20kg of khat

Saudi customs foil attempt to smuggle 1.9 million amphetamine pills

Saudi customs foil attempt to smuggle 1.9 million amphetamine pills

Yanbu education official: comprehensive plan underway to boost readiness for new school year

Yanbu education official: comprehensive plan underway to boost readiness for new school year

School transport in Yanbu ready to ensure safe student services

School transport in Yanbu ready to ensure safe student services

Dammam records highest temperature at 47°C, Abha lowest

Dammam records highest temperature at 47°C, Abha lowest

Red Crescent official: 'The First Eight' program boosts emergency response before ambulance arrival

Red Crescent official: 'The First Eight' program boosts emergency response before ambulance arrival

Saudi Arabia maintains key role in supporting OIC and Palestinian cause, analyst says

Saudi Arabia maintains key role in supporting OIC and Palestinian cause, analyst says

Red alert issued for heavy rain, strong winds in Rahat and Madrakah

Red alert issued for heavy rain, strong winds in Rahat and Madrakah

Digital District to cement Riyadh’s status as leading tech hub, says columnist

Digital District to cement Riyadh’s status as leading tech hub, says columnist

General Authority unveils smart solutions for Two Holy Mosques facilities at LEAP

General Authority unveils smart solutions for Two Holy Mosques facilities at LEAP

Saudi Red Crescent wins World First Aid Cup, highlighting training and innovation

Saudi Red Crescent wins World First Aid Cup, highlighting training and innovation

UN land restoration award highlights Saudi Arabia’s environmental leadership

UN land restoration award highlights Saudi Arabia’s environmental leadership

Saudi-German roundtable in Berlin explores sports investment opportunities

Saudi-German roundtable in Berlin explores sports investment opportunities

Heavy thunderstorms and flash floods expected across several Saudi regions

Heavy thunderstorms and flash floods expected across several Saudi regions

Education minister visits Al-Jouf technical training, urges alignment with job market

Education minister visits Al-Jouf technical training, urges alignment with job market

Saudi deputy foreign minister meets Palestinian foreign minister in Jeddah

Saudi deputy foreign minister meets Palestinian foreign minister in Jeddah

Four arrested for illegal hunting in King Salman Reserve

Four arrested for illegal hunting in King Salman Reserve

King Salman Humanitarian Center repatriates 154 Somali refugees from Yemen

King Salman Humanitarian Center repatriates 154 Somali refugees from Yemen

Saudi Arabia re-elected to lead Arab Administrative Development Organization executive council until 2028

Saudi Arabia re-elected to lead Arab Administrative Development Organization executive council until 2028

Saudi traffic authorities fine 2,534 vehicles for parking in disabled spaces

Saudi traffic authorities fine 2,534 vehicles for parking in disabled spaces

Saudi Islamic Affairs Ministry signs executive program with Tajikistan's religious committee

Saudi Islamic Affairs Ministry signs executive program with Tajikistan's religious committee

Crown prince receives letter from Bangladesh PM on strengthening ties

Crown prince receives letter from Bangladesh PM on strengthening ties

Saudi Arabia maintains key role in OIC, backs unified stance on Palestine

Saudi Arabia maintains key role in OIC, backs unified stance on Palestine

Saudi foreign minister attends OIC emergency meeting in Jeddah

Saudi foreign minister attends OIC emergency meeting in Jeddah

Missing Sudanese woman found safe in Makkah, police say disappearance was voluntary

Missing Sudanese woman found safe in Makkah, police say disappearance was voluntary

Innovation and entrepreneurship program boosts Hajj and Umrah services

Innovation and entrepreneurship program boosts Hajj and Umrah services

Saudia and Garuda Indonesia expand partnership to boost connectivity

Saudia and Garuda Indonesia expand partnership to boost connectivity

Saudi Red Crescent in Al-Baha hails national policy to boost emergency safety

Saudi Red Crescent in Al-Baha hails national policy to boost emergency safety

Air Defense Forces chief inspects new systems, oversees live-fire drill in Al-Sulail

Air Defense Forces chief inspects new systems, oversees live-fire drill in Al-Sulail

Saudi foreign minister rejects any division or change to Al-Aqsa Mosque's Islamic identity

Saudi foreign minister rejects any division or change to Al-Aqsa Mosque's Islamic identity

Ancient Najran site reveals human settlement dating back 1.8 million years

Ancient Najran site reveals human settlement dating back 1.8 million years

Jeddah Municipality steps up school area preparations for new academic year

Jeddah Municipality steps up school area preparations for new academic year

OIC assistant secretary-general thanks Saudi Arabia for unwavering support

OIC assistant secretary-general thanks Saudi Arabia for unwavering support

Northern Borders women turn traditional skills into thriving businesses

Northern Borders women turn traditional skills into thriving businesses

Environmental security arrests citizen for grazing camels in Imam Turki bin Abdullah Reserve

Environmental security arrests citizen for grazing camels in Imam Turki bin Abdullah Reserve

Border Guard in Asir arrests 7 Ethiopians for smuggling 23,000 regulated pills

Border Guard in Asir arrests 7 Ethiopians for smuggling 23,000 regulated pills

Weather alert: rain and strong winds forecast for Najran until evening

Weather alert: rain and strong winds forecast for Najran until evening

Saudi Arabia declared free of dourine in horses by global animal health body

Saudi Arabia declared free of dourine in horses by global animal health body

Arabian oryx recovery hailed as Saudi conservation success story

Arabian oryx recovery hailed as Saudi conservation success story

Border Guard in Tabuk detains two for unlicensed fishing

Border Guard in Tabuk detains two for unlicensed fishing

Border guards in Jazan arrest six Ethiopians for smuggling 100kg of khat

Border guards in Jazan arrest six Ethiopians for smuggling 100kg of khat

Dammam to see highest temperature at 47°C, Abha lowest

Dammam to see highest temperature at 47°C, Abha lowest

Saudi Arabia declared free of dourine in horses by WOAH

Saudi Arabia declared free of dourine in horses by WOAH

Interior Ministry opens applications for public security staff sergeant roles

Interior Ministry opens applications for public security staff sergeant roles

Sudanese resident arrested for driving in King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve

Sudanese resident arrested for driving in King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve

Civil Defense urges caution amid severe weather in Makkah region

Civil Defense urges caution amid severe weather in Makkah region

Security patrols in Najran arrest border violator for begging

Security patrols in Najran arrest border violator for begging

Three Ethiopians arrested in Asir for smuggling 60 kg of khat

Three Ethiopians arrested in Asir for smuggling 60 kg of khat

Prince Mohammed bin Nasser Hospital in Jazan performs first complex kidney stone removal via PCNL

Prince Mohammed bin Nasser Hospital in Jazan performs first complex kidney stone removal via PCNL

Consumer complaints top 137,000 in Q2 2026, e-stores lead cases

Consumer complaints top 137,000 in Q2 2026, e-stores lead cases

Saudi leaders congratulate Moldova president on Independence Day

Saudi leaders congratulate Moldova president on Independence Day

Riyadh launches digital district to boost global tech standing

Riyadh launches digital district to boost global tech standing

Hail deputy governor attends Saudi German Hospital's 10th anniversary celebration

Hail deputy governor attends Saudi German Hospital's 10th anniversary celebration

Saudi Arabia wins UN award for land restoration leadership

Saudi Arabia wins UN award for land restoration leadership

Nazaha chief discusses anti-corruption cooperation with EU justice official in Vienna

Nazaha chief discusses anti-corruption cooperation with EU justice official in Vienna

Red alert issued for heavy rain, strong winds in Rahat and Madrakah

Red alert issued for heavy rain, strong winds in Rahat and Madrakah

Saudi use of voice and video call apps reaches 89.7%, report finds

Saudi use of voice and video call apps reaches 89.7%, report finds

Traffic authority issues four safety tips for school bus stops

Traffic authority issues four safety tips for school bus stops

Thunderstorms and strong winds expected across several Saudi regions Thursday

Thunderstorms and strong winds expected across several Saudi regions Thursday

Heavy rain and strong winds forecast for parts of Makkah region

Heavy rain and strong winds forecast for parts of Makkah region

Eastern Province Municipality steps up visual pollution cleanup, compliance efforts

Eastern Province Municipality steps up visual pollution cleanup, compliance efforts

Qassim governor attends Al-Zakir Award ceremony honoring top students in Unaizah

Qassim governor attends Al-Zakir Award ceremony honoring top students in Unaizah

Saudi Islamic Affairs Ministry concludes training for imams in Montenegro

Saudi Islamic Affairs Ministry concludes training for imams in Montenegro

Red alert issued for heavy rain in three Saudi regions

Red alert issued for heavy rain in three Saudi regions

Education Ministry and Mawhiba launch National Talent Olympiad

Education Ministry and Mawhiba launch National Talent Olympiad

Riyadh to host fifth LEAP 2026 tech conference with global participation

Riyadh to host fifth LEAP 2026 tech conference with global participation

Fifty ancient trees identified in Al-Baha as part of vegetation survey

Fifty ancient trees identified in Al-Baha as part of vegetation survey

Tabuk governor honors 30 winners of model farm award in 35th year

Tabuk governor honors 30 winners of model farm award in 35th year

Civil Defense urges caution as severe weather hits parts of Makkah region

Civil Defense urges caution as severe weather hits parts of Makkah region

Civil Defense extinguishes fire in vacant building in Jeddah

Civil Defense extinguishes fire in vacant building in Jeddah

Justice minister: Institutional maturity, judicial quality key to next phase of commercial court reform

Justice minister: Institutional maturity, judicial quality key to next phase of commercial court reform

Failing to keep safe distance between vehicles is a traffic violation: Saudi authorities

Failing to keep safe distance between vehicles is a traffic violation: Saudi authorities

Civil Defense urges caution as severe weather hits parts of Makkah region

Civil Defense urges caution as severe weather hits parts of Makkah region

Deputy foreign minister commends outgoing Egyptian ambassador

Deputy foreign minister commends outgoing Egyptian ambassador

Two expatriates arrested for public decency violations at Jazan massage center

Two expatriates arrested for public decency violations at Jazan massage center

King Abdulaziz Public Library highlights Saudi-French cultural ties with rare collections and translations

King Abdulaziz Public Library highlights Saudi-French cultural ties with rare collections and translations

Border Guard rescues Gulf national after boat breaks down off Khafji

Border Guard rescues Gulf national after boat breaks down off Khafji

Saudi minister Adel Al-Jubeir receives newly appointed Indian ambassador

Saudi minister Adel Al-Jubeir receives newly appointed Indian ambassador

Saudi Arabia offers condolences to Pakistan over Islamabad hospital fire victims

Saudi Arabia offers condolences to Pakistan over Islamabad hospital fire victims

Border Guard in Asir arrests four Ethiopians for smuggling 200 kg of khat

Border Guard in Asir arrests four Ethiopians for smuggling 200 kg of khat

Saudi Arabia wins UN award for global land restoration model

Saudi Arabia wins UN award for global land restoration model

Four Ethiopians arrested in Jazan for smuggling over 72,000 regulated pills

Four Ethiopians arrested in Jazan for smuggling over 72,000 regulated pills

Fintech lending to Saudi industrial projects surges 130% in H1 2026

Fintech lending to Saudi industrial projects surges 130% in H1 2026

Rafha Quran memorization society opens registration for 1448 academic year

Rafha Quran memorization society opens registration for 1448 academic year

Saudi Alzheimer's charity scores 99.9% in governance assessment

Saudi Alzheimer's charity scores 99.9% in governance assessment

Saudi Commission completes matching for 2026 Saudi Board programs

Saudi Commission completes matching for 2026 Saudi Board programs

Saudi man arrested in Eastern Province for trafficking hashish and amphetamines

Saudi man arrested in Eastern Province for trafficking hashish and amphetamines

Saudi, Qatari and Turkish foreign ministers discuss efforts to ease regional tensions

Saudi, Qatari and Turkish foreign ministers discuss efforts to ease regional tensions

Citizen detained for illegal grazing in Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Reserve

Citizen detained for illegal grazing in Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Reserve

National Institute for Education Development, Google explore digital tools in classrooms

National Institute for Education Development, Google explore digital tools in classrooms

Al-Baha Municipality conducts over 35,000 inspections in H1 2026

Al-Baha Municipality conducts over 35,000 inspections in H1 2026

Saudi traffic authority warns drivers over failing to yield to pedestrians

Saudi traffic authority warns drivers over failing to yield to pedestrians

Weqaa intensifies field inspections for fall armyworm in Al-Jouf maize fields

Weqaa intensifies field inspections for fall armyworm in Al-Jouf maize fields

Al-Baha Development Office hosts workshop for holiday home investors

Al-Baha Development Office hosts workshop for holiday home investors

Environmental Security seizes citizen for transporting local firewood in Asir

Environmental Security seizes citizen for transporting local firewood in Asir

Human Resources Ministry unveils draft penalties for disability social centers

Human Resources Ministry unveils draft penalties for disability social centers

Transport General Authority urges use of licensed school transport as academic year begins

Transport General Authority urges use of licensed school transport as academic year begins

Education and media ministries launch registration for gifted media school in Madinah

Education and media ministries launch registration for gifted media school in Madinah

Ihsan Medical initiatives in Jazan empower patients, improve access

Ihsan Medical initiatives in Jazan empower patients, improve access

Qassim showcases palm and date services at Buraidah International Carnival

Qassim showcases palm and date services at Buraidah International Carnival

Al-Baha Red Crescent branch congratulates authority on 2026 First Aid World Cup win

Al-Baha Red Crescent branch congratulates authority on 2026 First Aid World Cup win

Saudi Arabia joins regional initiative to combat sand and dust storms in West Asia

Saudi Arabia joins regional initiative to combat sand and dust storms in West Asia

Four Ethiopians arrested in Jazan for smuggling hashish and khat

Four Ethiopians arrested in Jazan for smuggling hashish and khat

Saudi Arabia welcomes integration of SDF into Syrian military institutions

Saudi Arabia welcomes integration of SDF into Syrian military institutions

Three Ethiopian residents arrested in Riyadh for trafficking regulated pills

Three Ethiopian residents arrested in Riyadh for trafficking regulated pills

Qassim Environment Ministry pavilion showcases palm and date services at Buraidah Date Carnival

Qassim Environment Ministry pavilion showcases palm and date services at Buraidah Date Carnival

Thunderstorms, hail and strong winds forecast for several Saudi regions Wednesday

Thunderstorms, hail and strong winds forecast for several Saudi regions Wednesday

Saudi environment minister visits Pakistan to boost food production ties

Saudi environment minister visits Pakistan to boost food production ties

Madinah education authority announces locations for admissions and services committees

Madinah education authority announces locations for admissions and services committees

Three falcons fetch SAR 349,000 at International Auction Platform for Falcon Production Farms 2026 finale

Three falcons fetch SAR 349,000 at International Auction Platform for Falcon Production Farms 2026 finale

Tabuk governor honors winners at 39th annual excellence awards

Tabuk governor honors winners at 39th annual excellence awards

Saudi Arabia issues 38,000 occupancy certificates in H1 2026, up 55%

Saudi Arabia issues 38,000 occupancy certificates in H1 2026, up 55%

Light rain falls across parts of Madinah

Light rain falls across parts of Madinah

Saudi man fined for illegal grazing in King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve

Saudi man fined for illegal grazing in King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve

National Guard minister meets western sector tribal regiment leaders in Jeddah

National Guard minister meets western sector tribal regiment leaders in Jeddah

Citizen arrested for illegal camping in Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve

Citizen arrested for illegal camping in Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve

Saudi Red Crescent welcomes approval of national emergency response safety policy

Saudi Red Crescent welcomes approval of national emergency response safety policy

Riyadh police arrest man seen harassing woman, assaulting another in video

Riyadh police arrest man seen harassing woman, assaulting another in video

Traffic authority to launch online license plate auction via Absher Wednesday

Traffic authority to launch online license plate auction via Absher Wednesday

Islamic affairs minister orders Friday sermon to focus on traffic law awareness

Islamic affairs minister orders Friday sermon to focus on traffic law awareness

Civil Affairs: Lost national ID replacement now available via Absher

Civil Affairs: Lost national ID replacement now available via Absher

Environmental violations detected in King Abdulaziz and Imam Faisal bin Turki reserves

Environmental violations detected in King Abdulaziz and Imam Faisal bin Turki reserves

Saudi anti-corruption chief thanks leadership after GlobE Network info-sharing deal

Saudi anti-corruption chief thanks leadership after GlobE Network info-sharing deal

Makkah Municipality steps up school area preparations as students return

Makkah Municipality steps up school area preparations as students return

Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property thanks leadership for national policy approval

Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property thanks leadership for national policy approval

Al-Rajhi welcomes approval of unified GCC volunteer work system

Al-Rajhi welcomes approval of unified GCC volunteer work system

New rules for documenting land transactions to boost real estate supply: minister

New rules for documenting land transactions to boost real estate supply: minister

Saudi Arabia signs privileges agreement for Expo 2030 Riyadh participants

Saudi Arabia signs privileges agreement for Expo 2030 Riyadh participants

Traffic authorities in Qassim respond to car crash into shopfront

Traffic authorities in Qassim respond to car crash into shopfront

Nusuk app streamlines Hajj bookings with integrated digital services

Nusuk app streamlines Hajj bookings with integrated digital services

Two arrested for unlicensed hunting in Imam Turki bin Abdullah Reserve

Two arrested for unlicensed hunting in Imam Turki bin Abdullah Reserve

Health minister thanks leadership for approving national emergency safety policy

Health minister thanks leadership for approving national emergency safety policy

Qassim Municipality begins demolition of unsafe buildings in Buraidah

Qassim Municipality begins demolition of unsafe buildings in Buraidah

Cabinet bars land transfers under white land tax until dues paid

Cabinet bars land transfers under white land tax until dues paid

Saudi Cabinet approves unified GCC volunteer work system

Saudi Cabinet approves unified GCC volunteer work system

Saudi Cabinet approves national policy to boost emergency safety in public places, workplaces

Saudi Cabinet approves national policy to boost emergency safety in public places, workplaces

Cabinet hails success of King Abdulaziz International Qur’an Competition

Cabinet hails success of King Abdulaziz International Qur’an Competition

Saudi Cabinet urges keeping Hormuz, Bab Al-Mandab straits open and secure

Saudi Cabinet urges keeping Hormuz, Bab Al-Mandab straits open and secure

Saudi Cabinet welcomes new Saudi-French strategic partnership initiatives

Saudi Cabinet welcomes new Saudi-French strategic partnership initiatives

Saudi Cabinet hails crown prince's visit to France, highlights strong bilateral ties

Saudi Cabinet hails crown prince's visit to France, highlights strong bilateral ties

Saudi Cabinet approves national intellectual property policy, 12 new decisions

Saudi Cabinet approves national intellectual property policy, 12 new decisions

GCC welcomes US decision to remove Syria from terrorism sponsor list

GCC welcomes US decision to remove Syria from terrorism sponsor list

Saudi waste management center unveils $533m investment opportunities

Saudi waste management center unveils $533m investment opportunities

Saudi authorities arrest man for hashish trafficking in Hail

Saudi authorities arrest man for hashish trafficking in Hail

Saudi health research institute signs MoU with France’s Sanofi during crown prince’s visit

Saudi health research institute signs MoU with France’s Sanofi during crown prince’s visit

Makkah education authority sets new school hours, morning assembly at 6:45am

Makkah education authority sets new school hours, morning assembly at 6:45am

Saudi Arabia welcomes US decision to remove Syria from terrorism sponsors list

Saudi Arabia welcomes US decision to remove Syria from terrorism sponsors list

Saudi grand mufti praises Ikram Food Bank's efforts to reduce food waste

Saudi grand mufti praises Ikram Food Bank's efforts to reduce food waste

Madinah Development Authority opens registration for restaurant, café excellence program

Madinah Development Authority opens registration for restaurant, café excellence program

Sukkari dates lead sales at Buraidah International Dates Carnival 2026

Sukkari dates lead sales at Buraidah International Dates Carnival 2026

Islamic University of Madinah ranks ninth in Saudi Arabia in Nature Index 2026

Islamic University of Madinah ranks ninth in Saudi Arabia in Nature Index 2026

Al-Baha Chamber hosts workshop on entrepreneurs’ journey from idea to impact

Al-Baha Chamber hosts workshop on entrepreneurs’ journey from idea to impact

Ethiopian nationals arrested in Asir for smuggling 32 kg of hashish

Ethiopian nationals arrested in Asir for smuggling 32 kg of hashish

Saudi Ministry of Culture to open cultural center in Paris

Saudi Ministry of Culture to open cultural center in Paris

Saudi leaders congratulate Uruguay president on Independence Day

Saudi leaders congratulate Uruguay president on Independence Day

Absher platform completes over 50 million digital transactions in July 2026

Absher platform completes over 50 million digital transactions in July 2026

Saudi border guards detain man for violating marine safety rules in Mecca region

Saudi border guards detain man for violating marine safety rules in Mecca region

Saudi UN envoy urges commitment to Jeddah Platform pledges on Sudan

Saudi UN envoy urges commitment to Jeddah Platform pledges on Sudan

Tamr Cast platform spotlights experiences at Buraidah Date Carnival

Tamr Cast platform spotlights experiences at Buraidah Date Carnival

Health minister: Saudi leadership prioritizes human health

Health minister: Saudi leadership prioritizes human health

Thunderstorms, hail and strong winds forecast for several Saudi regions Tuesday

Thunderstorms, hail and strong winds forecast for several Saudi regions Tuesday

Two arrested for transporting local firewood in Madinah region

Two arrested for transporting local firewood in Madinah region

Heatwave and dust storm warning for Eastern Province

Heatwave and dust storm warning for Eastern Province

Public transport ridership in Saudi Arabia tops 26 million in Q2 2026

Public transport ridership in Saudi Arabia tops 26 million in Q2 2026

GCC stresses need to boost national capacity against money laundering, terror financing

GCC stresses need to boost national capacity against money laundering, terror financing

Monsha'at refunds over 255 million riyals to eligible SMEs

Monsha'at refunds over 255 million riyals to eligible SMEs

Second edition of Zad Al-Ilm initiative launched in Makkah

Second edition of Zad Al-Ilm initiative launched in Makkah

Registration opens for 2026 World Robot Olympiad in Saudi Arabia

Registration opens for 2026 World Robot Olympiad in Saudi Arabia

Crown prince attends state dinner hosted by French president at Élysée Palace

Crown prince attends state dinner hosted by French president at Élysée Palace

Man fined for illegal camel grazing in Imam Turki bin Abdullah Reserve

Man fined for illegal camel grazing in Imam Turki bin Abdullah Reserve

Three major road projects launched in Tabuk at SAR 176 million

Three major road projects launched in Tabuk at SAR 176 million

Transport minister inspects Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Tabuk

Transport minister inspects Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Tabuk

Saudi crown prince, French president issue joint statement to boost strategic partnership

Saudi crown prince, French president issue joint statement to boost strategic partnership

Saudi, French foreign ministers discuss strengthening ties in Paris

Saudi, French foreign ministers discuss strengthening ties in Paris

Saudi crown prince, French president co-chair strategic partnership council in Paris

Saudi crown prince, French president co-chair strategic partnership council in Paris

Saudi Arabia and France sign major energy and industry agreements

Saudi Arabia and France sign major energy and industry agreements

AlUla strengthens global profile with comprehensive Saudi-French partnership

Saudi king receives letter from UAE president on bilateral ties

Saudi king receives letter from UAE president on bilateral ties

Crown prince receives written message from UK prime minister

Crown prince receives written message from UK prime minister

Royal Commission in Makkah launches second phase of Zad Al-Ilm initiative

Royal Commission in Makkah launches second phase of Zad Al-Ilm initiative

Macron announces Saudi-French project for three theme parks worth €6bn

Macron announces Saudi-French project for three theme parks worth €6bn

Saudi Fund for Development highlights support for Palestinian refugees in Jordan

Saudi Fund for Development highlights support for Palestinian refugees in Jordan

Saudi crown prince's France visit to elevate partnership, says economist

Saudi crown prince's France visit to elevate partnership, says economist

Saudi arrested in Jazan for transporting 13 border violators

Saudi arrested in Jazan for transporting 13 border violators

Iraq says talks with Saudi Arabia on power link make significant progress

Iraq says talks with Saudi Arabia on power link make significant progress

Civil Defense in Tabuk extinguishes fire at educational facility

Civil Defense in Tabuk extinguishes fire at educational facility

Saudi Arabia nominates Hanan Balkhy for WHO director-general post

Saudi Arabia nominates Hanan Balkhy for WHO director-general post

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman welcomed by Macron at Élysée Palace

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman welcomed by Macron at Élysée Palace

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman arrives at Les Invalides in Paris, begins state visit to France

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman arrives at Les Invalides in Paris, begins state visit to France

Saudi attorney general, Georgian ambassador discuss legal cooperation in Riyadh

Saudi attorney general, Georgian ambassador discuss legal cooperation in Riyadh

Intercity buses in Saudi Arabia transport over 892,000 passengers in Q2 2026

Intercity buses in Saudi Arabia transport over 892,000 passengers in Q2 2026

Mawhiba official: National Olympiad key to discovering and nurturing talent

Mawhiba official: National Olympiad key to discovering and nurturing talent

Dammam technical college trains students on AI-powered devices

Dammam technical college trains students on AI-powered devices

Northern Borders deputy governor highlights sports' role in quality of life

Northern Borders deputy governor highlights sports' role in quality of life

Saudi ministry recalls over 84,000 Toyota Camry cars for dashboard defect

Saudi ministry recalls over 84,000 Toyota Camry cars for dashboard defect

Border guards foil khat smuggling attempts in Asir and Jazan, arrest 27

Border guards foil khat smuggling attempts in Asir and Jazan, arrest 27

flynas to build advanced pilot and cabin crew training center in Riyadh

flynas to build advanced pilot and cabin crew training center in Riyadh

Saudi ministry recalls over 84,000 Toyota Camry cars for dashboard defect

Saudi ministry recalls over 84,000 Toyota Camry cars for dashboard defect

Saudi Interior Ministry warns expats of fines, jail and deportation for illegal self-employment

Saudi Interior Ministry warns expats of fines, jail and deportation for illegal self-employment

Eat Well platform urges parents to choose healthy school snacks

Eat Well platform urges parents to choose healthy school snacks

Northern Borders education department launches helpline for student counseling

Northern Borders education department launches helpline for student counseling

Saudi traffic authority outlines six safety rules for school bus drivers

Saudi traffic authority outlines six safety rules for school bus drivers

Qassim governor urges students to innovate as school year begins

Qassim governor urges students to innovate as school year begins

International study uncovers new mechanism behind blood clot formation

International study uncovers new mechanism behind blood clot formation

Dozens of Israeli settlers enter Al-Aqsa Mosque under heavy security

Dozens of Israeli settlers enter Al-Aqsa Mosque under heavy security

Municipalities and housing ministry urges strict food safety to curb poisoning

Municipalities and housing ministry urges strict food safety to curb poisoning

Nigerian executed in Madinah for cocaine smuggling

Nigerian executed in Madinah for cocaine smuggling

Jeddah governor inspects school readiness for new academic year

Jeddah governor inspects school readiness for new academic year

Environmental security arrests three for soil violations in Eastern Province

Environmental security arrests three for soil violations in Eastern Province

Saudi leaders congratulate Ukrainian president on Independence Day

Saudi leaders congratulate Ukrainian president on Independence Day

Najran governor highlights leadership’s support for university education

Najran governor highlights leadership’s support for university education

Environmental security arrests citizens for transporting 16 cubic meters of local firewood in Madinah

Environmental security arrests citizens for transporting 16 cubic meters of local firewood in Madinah

Tabuk technical institutes welcome over 10,000 trainees for new academic year

Tabuk technical institutes welcome over 10,000 trainees for new academic year

Border Guard in Asir launches volunteer seabed cleanup at Umm Al-Qash beach

Border Guard in Asir launches volunteer seabed cleanup at Umm Al-Qash beach

Saudi leaders congratulate Mirza Fakhrul Islam Miah on Bangladesh presidency

Saudi leaders congratulate Mirza Fakhrul Islam Miah on Bangladesh presidency

Pakistani resident arrested for transporting border security violators

Pakistani resident arrested for transporting border security violators

Strong winds prompt warning for reduced visibility in Najran

Strong winds prompt warning for reduced visibility in Najran

Saudi Passports Directorate outlines steps to report lost family passports via Absher

Saudi Passports Directorate outlines steps to report lost family passports via Absher

Traffic authority warns against noise near schools, fines up to 300 riyals

Traffic authority warns against noise near schools, fines up to 300 riyals

Taif Municipality urges owners of impounded vehicles to claim them within 15 days

Taif Municipality urges owners of impounded vehicles to claim them within 15 days

Saudi deputy foreign minister meets Sudanese ambassador in Riyadh

Saudi deputy foreign minister meets Sudanese ambassador in Riyadh

Tens of thousands evacuated as major wildfire nears Reno, Nevada

Tens of thousands evacuated as major wildfire nears Reno, Nevada

Dust reduces visibility in parts of Riyadh, meteorology warns

Dust reduces visibility in parts of Riyadh, meteorology warns

Thunderstorms and rain forecast to continue across several Saudi regions Monday

Thunderstorms and rain forecast to continue across several Saudi regions Monday

Injad rescue team responds to 897 stranded vehicles in one week

Injad rescue team responds to 897 stranded vehicles in one week

Heatwave and dust alert issued for Eastern Province

Heatwave and dust alert issued for Eastern Province

Qassim Municipality conducts over 32,000 inspections in H1 2026

Qassim Municipality conducts over 32,000 inspections in H1 2026

Al-Baha Municipality records over 129,000 volunteer hours in seven months

Al-Baha Municipality records over 129,000 volunteer hours in seven months

Saudi prisons continue education and training programs for inmates

Saudi prisons continue education and training programs for inmates

Al-Baha University announces postgraduate admissions results for 1448 academic year

Al-Baha University announces postgraduate admissions results for 1448 academic year

Deputy foreign minister receives Sudanese ambassador in Riyadh

Deputy foreign minister receives Sudanese ambassador in Riyadh

Qassim University welcomes over 63,000 students as new academic year begins

Qassim University welcomes over 63,000 students as new academic year begins

Saudi and Iranian OIC envoys meet in Jeddah

Saudi and Iranian OIC envoys meet in Jeddah

Saudi passport authority launches online visa verification via Muqeem portal

Saudi passport authority launches online visa verification via Muqeem portal

Czech falcon breeding farm showcases Canadian, US lines at Riyadh auction

Czech falcon breeding farm showcases Canadian, US lines at Riyadh auction

Dust haze expected to affect parts of Riyadh region on Saturday

Dust haze expected to affect parts of Riyadh region on Saturday

Saudi embassy opens visa office in Damascus to boost economic ties

Saudi embassy opens visa office in Damascus to boost economic ties

King Salman Humanitarian Center distributes 25,000 hot meals in Gaza

King Salman Humanitarian Center distributes 25,000 hot meals in Gaza

Education Ministry launches 18 digital services on Tawakkalna app

Education Ministry launches 18 digital services on Tawakkalna app

Over 7,700 illegal motorcycles seized across Saudi Arabia in one week

Over 7,700 illegal motorcycles seized across Saudi Arabia in one week

Saudi authorities arrest citizen for methamphetamine trafficking in Eastern Province

Saudi authorities arrest citizen for methamphetamine trafficking in Eastern Province

Alfaisal University welcomes new cohort of medical students

Alfaisal University welcomes new cohort of medical students

Annual conjunction of Sun and Regulus observed in Jeddah sky

Annual conjunction of Sun and Regulus observed in Jeddah sky

SFDA urges proper care for reusable medical devices

SFDA urges proper care for reusable medical devices

Hajj and Umrah Ministry urges pilgrims to drink water regularly

Hajj and Umrah Ministry urges pilgrims to drink water regularly

Saudi Foreign Ministry receives credentials of new Yemeni ambassador

Saudi Foreign Ministry receives credentials of new Yemeni ambassador

Four Ethiopians arrested in Jazan for smuggling 160 kg of khat

Four Ethiopians arrested in Jazan for smuggling 160 kg of khat

Saudi authorities detain citizen for illegal grazing in King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve

Saudi authorities detain citizen for illegal grazing in King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve

Makkah deputy governor hands over alternative land deeds to Jeddah residents

Makkah deputy governor hands over alternative land deeds to Jeddah residents

Desert spring flower 'Harras' vital for ecosystem balance, says reserve authority

Desert spring flower 'Harras' vital for ecosystem balance, says reserve authority

Interior Ministry to host 'Security and History Dialogue 2026' conference in September

Interior Ministry to host 'Security and History Dialogue 2026' conference in September

Two arrested in Yanbu for illegal fishing without permit

Two arrested in Yanbu for illegal fishing without permit

Security patrols boost safety as new school year begins

Security patrols boost safety as new school year begins

Two arrested in Yanbu for violating marine safety regulations

Two arrested in Yanbu for violating marine safety regulations

Border guards foil attempt to smuggle over 38,000 regulated pills in Jazan

Border guards foil attempt to smuggle over 38,000 regulated pills in Jazan

Qassim date factory adopts smart sorting tech, processes 4 tons hourly

Qassim date factory adopts smart sorting tech, processes 4 tons hourly

Ethiopian national arrested in Asir for smuggling 96 kg of khat

Ethiopian national arrested in Asir for smuggling 96 kg of khat

Saudi Arabia executes man for murder in Riyadh

Saudi Arabia executes man for murder in Riyadh

Saudi media minister meets press delegation during crown prince's Paris visit

Saudi media minister meets press delegation during crown prince's Paris visit

Grand Mosque religious chief urges students to embrace values as new school year begins

Grand Mosque religious chief urges students to embrace values as new school year begins

Saudi grand mufti receives head of Taif charity for people with disabilities

Saudi grand mufti receives head of Taif charity for people with disabilities

Law professor hails Saudi lawyer classification as key regulatory step

Law professor hails Saudi lawyer classification as key regulatory step

Medina and Dammam forecast to hit 45°C, Abha coolest at 18°C

Medina and Dammam forecast to hit 45°C, Abha coolest at 18°C

King Saud University official: Orientation phase includes programs on university regulations

King Saud University official: Orientation phase includes programs on university regulations

New academic year begins in Jazan as 364,000 students return to school

New academic year begins in Jazan as 364,000 students return to school

Digital systems boost reliability of identity verification, says academic

Digital systems boost reliability of identity verification, says academic

Northern Borders education department launches new programs for school year

Northern Borders education department launches new programs for school year

Saudi Arabia releases fifth sustainability report for ICT and space sectors with ITU partnership

Saudi Arabia releases fifth sustainability report for ICT and space sectors with ITU partnership

Absher launches online Saudi passport issuance and renewal

Absher launches online Saudi passport issuance and renewal

Over 100,000 students return to Northern Borders schools as academic year begins

Over 100,000 students return to Northern Borders schools as academic year begins

Jazan deputy governor marks start of new school year with campus visits

Jazan deputy governor marks start of new school year with campus visits

Over 311,000 students return to school in Qassim as new academic year begins

Over 311,000 students return to school in Qassim as new academic year begins

Deputy governor of Al-Jouf marks start of new school year in Sakaka

Deputy governor of Al-Jouf marks start of new school year in Sakaka

Traffic authority issues four safety alerts as new school year begins

Traffic authority issues four safety alerts as new school year begins

Saudi-French ties built on consensus and shared commitment to peace: analyst

Saudi-French ties built on consensus and shared commitment to peace: analyst

Canopus star to appear at dawn August 23, heralding end of summer heat

Canopus star to appear at dawn August 23, heralding end of summer heat

Riyadh school develops tech projects to prepare students for AI careers

Riyadh school develops tech projects to prepare students for AI careers

Over 1.6 million students return to Riyadh schools as new academic year begins

Over 1.6 million students return to Riyadh schools as new academic year begins

Over 15 million Umrah pilgrims recorded in Q1 2026: GASTAT

Over 15 million Umrah pilgrims recorded in Q1 2026: GASTAT

Over 180,000 students return to school in Hail as new academic year begins

Over 180,000 students return to school in Hail as new academic year begins

Education minister marks start of new school year with message to students and teachers

Education minister marks start of new school year with message to students and teachers

Over 85,000 students return to classrooms in Al-Baha as new school year begins

Over 85,000 students return to classrooms in Al-Baha as new school year begins

Riyadh Municipality implements 350 engineering upgrades to boost school traffic safety

Riyadh Municipality implements 350 engineering upgrades to boost school traffic safety

Over 200,000 students in Tabuk begin new academic year

Over 200,000 students in Tabuk begin new academic year

Riyadh education chief: Initiatives launched with partners for new school year

Riyadh education chief: Initiatives launched with partners for new school year

682 supervisors monitor school discipline in Asir with field visits

682 supervisors monitor school discipline in Asir with field visits

180,000 students return to schools in Hail, education director says

180,000 students return to schools in Hail, education director says

Heavy traffic on Riyadh’s King Fahd Road as new school year begins

Heavy traffic on Riyadh’s King Fahd Road as new school year begins

Saudi-French ties reach advanced strategic partnership, analyst says

Saudi-French ties reach advanced strategic partnership, analyst says

Heatwave warning issued for Eastern Province as temperatures near 48°C

Heatwave warning issued for Eastern Province as temperatures near 48°C

Focus on students’ psychological readiness at start of school year, says education adviser

Focus on students’ psychological readiness at start of school year, says education adviser

Thunderstorms and strong winds expected across several regions Sunday

Thunderstorms and strong winds expected across several regions Sunday

Over 100,000 students return to Northern Borders schools as academic year begins

Over 100,000 students return to Northern Borders schools as academic year begins

Traffic authority urges drivers to follow rules as schools reopen

Traffic authority urges drivers to follow rules as schools reopen

Over 1.6 million Riyadh students return as new school year begins

Over 1.6 million Riyadh students return as new school year begins

Qassim Technical Training Authority ready to welcome over 22,000 trainees

Qassim Technical Training Authority ready to welcome over 22,000 trainees

Spanish falcon farm sells out on first day at international auction

Spanish falcon farm sells out on first day at international auction

National Water Efficiency Center urges early leak detection, promotes Nama platform

National Water Efficiency Center urges early leak detection, promotes Nama platform

Twisted Minds CEO: Paris Esports World Cup was tough, fan support made the difference

Twisted Minds CEO: Paris Esports World Cup was tough, fan support made the difference

Saudi Islamic Affairs Ministry launches second training course for imams in Montenegro

Saudi Islamic Affairs Ministry launches second training course for imams in Montenegro

Saudi Arabia condemns terrorist attack on Syrian security bus

Saudi Arabia condemns terrorist attack on Syrian security bus

Jazan Health Cluster issues five tips to help students prepare mentally for new school year

Jazan Health Cluster issues five tips to help students prepare mentally for new school year

Takafol Charity launches 17 educational projects for 400,000 students

Takafol Charity launches 17 educational projects for 400,000 students

Qassim Municipality issues over 18,000 health certificates in H1 2026

Qassim Municipality issues over 18,000 health certificates in H1 2026

Saudi drug control seizes hashish, amphetamines in three regions

Saudi drug control seizes hashish, amphetamines in three regions

Saudi minister, Ubisoft CEO discuss AI in gaming and talent development

Saudi minister, Ubisoft CEO discuss AI in gaming and talent development

Environmental security arrests three violators in Asir and Imam Faisal bin Turki Reserve

Environmental security arrests three violators in Asir and Imam Faisal bin Turki Reserve

Saudi Islamic Affairs Ministry concludes training for 100 preachers and imams in Indonesia

Saudi Islamic Affairs Ministry concludes training for 100 preachers and imams in Indonesia

Over 1,200 regulated pills seized from two Saudis in Asir

Over 1,200 regulated pills seized from two Saudis in Asir

Traffic authority urges drivers to follow road rules as schools reopen

Traffic authority urges drivers to follow road rules as schools reopen

Rafha municipality removes 4,320 tons of waste, shuts 6 businesses in a month

Rafha municipality removes 4,320 tons of waste, shuts 6 businesses in a month

Traffic department launches online license plate auction Sunday via Absher

Traffic department launches online license plate auction Sunday via Absher

Riyadh schools welcome over 1.6 million students as new academic year begins Sunday

Riyadh schools welcome over 1.6 million students as new academic year begins Sunday

Saudi border guards foil major drug smuggling attempts across several regions

Saudi border guards foil major drug smuggling attempts across several regions

Education Ministry adds 'Golden Handshake' option for teachers in Faris system

Education Ministry adds 'Golden Handshake' option for teachers in Faris system

Moderate rain and strong winds forecast for Najran region

Moderate rain and strong winds forecast for Najran region

Medina and Dammam to see highest temperatures at 45°C, Abha lowest

Medina and Dammam to see highest temperatures at 45°C, Abha lowest

Transporting passengers in unauthorized areas is a violation, traffic authority warns

Transporting passengers in unauthorized areas is a violation, traffic authority warns

Saudi customs report 1,039 contraband seizures in one week

Saudi customs report 1,039 contraband seizures in one week

King Salman Humanitarian Center implements 188 projects in 15 countries

King Salman Humanitarian Center implements 188 projects in 15 countries

Civil Defense warns of unstable weather in Makkah, Asir and Al-Baha

Civil Defense warns of unstable weather in Makkah, Asir and Al-Baha

Umm Al-Qura University opens second phase for course schedule changes

Umm Al-Qura University opens second phase for course schedule changes

Over 14,000 violators of residency, labor and border laws arrested in one week

Over 14,000 violators of residency, labor and border laws arrested in one week

Saudi national executed in Jazan for drug trafficking

Saudi national executed in Jazan for drug trafficking

Jazan education authority announces school start times for new academic year

Jazan education authority announces school start times for new academic year

Saudi schools set to open as new academic year begins Sunday

Saudi schools set to open as new academic year begins Sunday

Traffic authority urges motorcyclists and passengers to wear helmets

Traffic authority urges motorcyclists and passengers to wear helmets

Saudi man executed for killing his mother in Eastern Province

Saudi man executed for killing his mother in Eastern Province

Teachers play key role in shaping generation for Vision 2030, says Dr. Ali Al-Rubaie

Teachers play key role in shaping generation for Vision 2030, says Dr. Ali Al-Rubaie

Civil Affairs answers top questions on editing death certificate data online

Civil Affairs answers top questions on editing death certificate data online

Najran education authority announces summer school hours

Najran education authority announces summer school hours

Moderate rain and strong winds forecast for Jazan region

Moderate rain and strong winds forecast for Jazan region

Heavy thunderstorms and dust storms forecast for several regions Saturday

Heavy thunderstorms and dust storms forecast for several regions Saturday

Saudi Arabia grants 90-day window to regularize Gulf-registered vehicles

Saudi Arabia grants 90-day window to regularize Gulf-registered vehicles

Sudden swerve causes collision between two vehicles in Al-Ahsa

Sudden swerve causes collision between two vehicles in Al-Ahsa

Mawhiba concludes first Elite Forum, prepares 259 students for international Olympiads

Mawhiba concludes first Elite Forum, prepares 259 students for international Olympiads

Al-Wiqad claims Makkah Region Governorate Cup at Taif races

Al-Wiqad claims Makkah Region Governorate Cup at Taif races

Border Guard foils attempt to smuggle 80 kg of qat in Jazan

Border Guard foils attempt to smuggle 80 kg of qat in Jazan

Five Ethiopians arrested in Asir for smuggling 186 kg of khat

Five Ethiopians arrested in Asir for smuggling 186 kg of khat

Ethiopian nationals arrested in Jazan for smuggling hashish

Ethiopian nationals arrested in Jazan for smuggling hashish

Saudi minister honored by Maldives for promoting moderation

Saudi minister honored by Maldives for promoting moderation

Saudi traffic authority urges motorcyclists to wear helmets securely

Saudi traffic authority urges motorcyclists to wear helmets securely

Saudi ambassador visits Grand Mufti of Tripoli in Lebanon

Saudi ambassador visits Grand Mufti of Tripoli in Lebanon

Saudi Ministry of Commerce inspects 2,259 school supply outlets ahead of new academic year

Saudi Ministry of Commerce inspects 2,259 school supply outlets ahead of new academic year

Saudi Commission for Health Specialties admits 7,925 to 2026 board programs

Saudi Commission for Health Specialties admits 7,925 to 2026 board programs

Saudi, Turkish foreign ministers discuss regional developments and security

Saudi, Turkish foreign ministers discuss regional developments and security

Crown Prince departs Saudi Arabia for state visit to France

Crown Prince departs Saudi Arabia for state visit to France

90-day grace period to regularize GCC vehicles in Saudi Arabia

90-day grace period to regularize GCC vehicles in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia condemns bombing near educational center in Kabul

Saudi Arabia condemns bombing near educational center in Kabul

Saudi man arrested for grazing 30 camels in prohibited area of Imam Turki bin Abdullah Reserve

Saudi man arrested for grazing 30 camels in prohibited area of Imam Turki bin Abdullah Reserve

Al-Baha University extends postgraduate registration; Hail issues student guidance

Al-Baha University extends postgraduate registration; Hail issues student guidance

Qassim sees surge in tourism with 1.2 million visitors, SAR 880m spent

Qassim sees surge in tourism with 1.2 million visitors, SAR 880m spent

Al-Sudais urges influencers to strengthen Prophet’s biography amid skepticism

Al-Sudais urges influencers to strengthen Prophet’s biography amid skepticism

Sultan Al-Shammari uses social media to promote Saudi culture in Spain

Sultan Al-Shammari uses social media to promote Saudi culture in Spain

Ethiopian national arrested in Al-Baha for trafficking amphetamines

Ethiopian national arrested in Al-Baha for trafficking amphetamines

Saudi leaders congratulate Morocco’s King Mohammed VI on Youth Day

Saudi leaders congratulate Morocco’s King Mohammed VI on Youth Day

Saudi man regains ability to walk after three years following knee surgery

Saudi man regains ability to walk after three years following knee surgery

Saudi authorities arrest man for cannabis trafficking in Northern Borders

Saudi authorities arrest man for cannabis trafficking in Northern Borders

Man arrested for illegal camping in Riyadh nature reserve

Man arrested for illegal camping in Riyadh nature reserve

Jazan schools welcome 364,000 students as new academic year begins

Jazan schools welcome 364,000 students as new academic year begins

Medina to see highest temperature at 46°C, Abha lowest: weather center

Medina to see highest temperature at 46°C, Abha lowest: weather center

Al-Baha Municipality ramps up readiness for rainy season with 39 support sites

Al-Baha Municipality ramps up readiness for rainy season with 39 support sites

AI supports education development and creates new opportunities, says academic

AI supports education development and creates new opportunities, says academic

Blood donation a continuous humanitarian act, not just for emergencies: expert

Blood donation a continuous humanitarian act, not just for emergencies: expert

Light rain and strong winds forecast for Makkah and Jumum

Light rain and strong winds forecast for Makkah and Jumum

Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University official: orientation program boosts new students’ academic and personal readiness

Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University official: orientation program boosts new students’ academic and personal readiness

Linking Saudi ports in Gulf and Red Sea boosts supply chain resilience

Linking Saudi ports in Gulf and Red Sea boosts supply chain resilience

Saudi ambassador presents credentials in Greece

Saudi ambassador presents credentials in Greece

Prince Sattam University prepares for new academic year with advanced tech upgrades

Prince Sattam University prepares for new academic year with advanced tech upgrades

National Transport Safety Center opens new Riyadh headquarters, launches projects

National Transport Safety Center opens new Riyadh headquarters, launches projects

Heavy thunderstorms and flash floods expected across Saudi regions today

Heavy thunderstorms and flash floods expected across Saudi regions today

Father pardons son's killer in Tabuk after learning he is an orphan

Father pardons son's killer in Tabuk after learning he is an orphan

Ihsan’s transition to independent foundation will boost sustainability, says Turki

Ihsan’s transition to independent foundation will boost sustainability, says Turki

Saudi deputy foreign minister, Chinese official discuss bilateral ties and regional developments

Saudi deputy foreign minister, Chinese official discuss bilateral ties and regional developments

Ethiopian national arrested in Jazan for trafficking hashish

Ethiopian national arrested in Jazan for trafficking hashish

Asir Municipality unveils new smart monitoring with drones

Asir Municipality unveils new smart monitoring with drones

GCC official: Gulf-China talks focus on maritime security, energy cooperation

GCC official: Gulf-China talks focus on maritime security, energy cooperation

Asir education authority sets return dates for new school year

Asir education authority sets return dates for new school year

Thunderstorms expected across parts of Saudi Arabia through Tuesday

Thunderstorms expected across parts of Saudi Arabia through Tuesday

Traffic authorities record 2,208 violations for misuse of disabled parking

Traffic authorities record 2,208 violations for misuse of disabled parking

Ihsan CEO: Nonprofit transformation to boost financial sustainability

Ihsan CEO: Nonprofit transformation to boost financial sustainability

Medina police arrest two expatriate women for prostitution

Medina police arrest two expatriate women for prostitution

National Society for Human Rights holds awareness event on humanitarian work in Riyadh

National Society for Human Rights holds awareness event on humanitarian work in Riyadh

Rising financing costs shift Saudi homeownership trends toward apartments

Rising financing costs shift Saudi homeownership trends toward apartments

National Afforestation Program launches first vegetation support fund on Ehsan

National Afforestation Program launches first vegetation support fund on Ehsan

Environmental security arrests man for illegal campfire in Asir

Environmental security arrests man for illegal campfire in Asir

Education minister: Transforming Ehsan into independent nonprofit to boost community investment

Education minister: Transforming Ehsan into independent nonprofit to boost community investment

Saudi PR and Advertising Association elects new board for 2026–2029 term

Saudi PR and Advertising Association elects new board for 2026–2029 term

Saudi Food and Drug Authority warns of fines up to 10 million riyals for storage, handling violations

Saudi Food and Drug Authority warns of fines up to 10 million riyals for storage, handling violations

Riyadh education authority concludes back-to-school program with strong turnout

Riyadh education authority concludes back-to-school program with strong turnout

Robotic surgery enables five remote operations in Najran

Robotic surgery enables five remote operations in Najran

Riyadh authorities intensify crackdown on unlicensed camel milk sales

Riyadh authorities intensify crackdown on unlicensed camel milk sales

Al-Baha Municipality prepares more than 39 support sites for rainy season emergency plan

Al-Baha Municipality prepares more than 39 support sites for rainy season emergency plan

Saudi man executed in Riyadh for repeated amphetamine trafficking

Saudi man executed in Riyadh for repeated amphetamine trafficking

Glass facades redefine modern mosque architecture in Saudi Arabia

Glass facades redefine modern mosque architecture in Saudi Arabia

Schools set uniform standards, parents free to choose where to buy

Schools set uniform standards, parents free to choose where to buy

Repeated sightings of Bryde’s whale highlight Farasan Islands reserve

Repeated sightings of Bryde’s whale highlight Farasan Islands reserve

Dallah Healthcare appoints Moteb Al-Tukhais as new CEO

Dallah Healthcare appoints Moteb Al-Tukhais as new CEO

Anti-narcotics chief inspects headquarters and branches in Al-Baha

Anti-narcotics chief inspects headquarters and branches in Al-Baha

Jazan prepares for new school year with citywide decorations and readiness drive

Jazan prepares for new school year with citywide decorations and readiness drive

Saudi ambassador discusses political developments with Kataeb Party leader in Beirut

Saudi ambassador discusses political developments with Kataeb Party leader in Beirut

Saudi ambassador launches final phase of Lebanese exports by land

Saudi ambassador launches final phase of Lebanese exports by land

Saudi stock market index closes higher at 10,954 points

Saudi stock market index closes higher at 10,954 points

Border Guard thwarts hashish smuggling attempt, seizes 120 kg of qat

Border Guard thwarts hashish smuggling attempt, seizes 120 kg of qat

Saudi roads authority details engineering layers of national road network

Saudi roads authority details engineering layers of national road network

Rise in recorded earthquakes not a natural increase, geology professor says

Rise in recorded earthquakes not a natural increase, geology professor says

Makkah schools fully prepared for new academic year

Makkah schools fully prepared for new academic year

Arab Bureau of Education holds workshop on Gulf schools’ readiness for new academic year

Arab Bureau of Education holds workshop on Gulf schools’ readiness for new academic year

Education Ministry and Mawhiba launch National Talent Olympiad across Saudi Arabia

Education Ministry and Mawhiba launch National Talent Olympiad across Saudi Arabia

Saudi citizen fined for illegal grazing in King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve

Saudi citizen fined for illegal grazing in King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve

Weqaa warns of mosquito-borne disease risks, urges preventive measures

Weqaa warns of mosquito-borne disease risks, urges preventive measures

Makkah schools fully prepared for new academic year, education authority says

Makkah schools fully prepared for new academic year, education authority says

Citizen detained for illegal camping in Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve

Citizen detained for illegal camping in Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve

Education authority issues performance cards for all primary and middle schools

Education authority issues performance cards for all primary and middle schools

Tabuk mayor, Indian consul discuss investment and partnership opportunities

Tabuk mayor, Indian consul discuss investment and partnership opportunities

Deputy governor of Al-Baha meets regional Red Crescent chief

Deputy governor of Al-Baha meets regional Red Crescent chief

Public Prosecution launches first leadership forum in Jeddah with 28 participants

Public Prosecution launches first leadership forum in Jeddah with 28 participants

Death penalty for ghīlah carried out against Yemeni in Eastern Province

Death penalty for ghīlah carried out against Yemeni in Eastern Province

Environment ministry urges students to adopt sustainable habits

Environment ministry urges students to adopt sustainable habits

Makkah celebrates its visual heritage on World Photography Day

Makkah celebrates its visual heritage on World Photography Day

Al-Ahsa Oasis boosts agricultural output with diverse summer crops

Al-Ahsa Oasis boosts agricultural output with diverse summer crops

Education evaluation authority issues performance cards for all primary and intermediate schools

Education evaluation authority issues performance cards for all primary and intermediate schools

National Center for Meteorology releases historic September weather statistics

National Center for Meteorology releases historic September weather statistics

Ihsan charity platform becomes independent nonprofit to boost governance

Ihsan charity platform becomes independent nonprofit to boost governance

Heatwave and dust warnings issued for Eastern Province

Heatwave and dust warnings issued for Eastern Province

Mawhiba organizes overseas training camp for Saudi astronomy team in Slovenia ahead of Olympiad

Mawhiba organizes overseas training camp for Saudi astronomy team in Slovenia ahead of Olympiad

Dust storms and strong winds forecast for parts of Riyadh region

Dust storms and strong winds forecast for parts of Riyadh region

Dammam and Madinah record highest temperatures at 45°C, Abha lowest

Dammam and Madinah record highest temperatures at 45°C, Abha lowest

Saudi leaders congratulate Hungarian president on national day

Saudi leaders congratulate Hungarian president on national day

Egyptian resident arrested in Tabuk for violating marine safety rules

Egyptian resident arrested in Tabuk for violating marine safety rules

Ihsan platform becomes independent non-profit by royal decree

Ihsan platform becomes independent non-profit by royal decree

Saudi weather center warns of rain, strong winds and thunderstorms in Sharurah

Saudi weather center warns of rain, strong winds and thunderstorms in Sharurah

Heavy rain forecast for Makkah region, civil defense urges caution

Heavy rain forecast for Makkah region, civil defense urges caution

King Salman Humanitarian Center distributes 24,500 hot meals in Gaza

King Salman Humanitarian Center distributes 24,500 hot meals in Gaza

Health official: Primary school fitness checks assess students’ readiness

Health official: Primary school fitness checks assess students’ readiness

Regional center reports 41 dust storms across region on Wednesday

Regional center reports 41 dust storms across region on Wednesday

Thunderstorms and strong winds expected across several Saudi regions Thursday

Thunderstorms and strong winds expected across several Saudi regions Thursday

Saudi Arabia delivers $145 billion in aid to 175 countries

Saudi Arabia delivers $145 billion in aid to 175 countries

UK ambassador Steven Hitchin visits International Falcon Breeders Auction near Riyadh

UK ambassador Steven Hitchin visits International Falcon Breeders Auction near Riyadh

Technical training authority in Madinah honors institutional excellence award winners

Technical training authority in Madinah honors institutional excellence award winners

Sixth edition of Eastern Province Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Work launched

Sixth edition of Eastern Province Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Work launched

Winners announced for King Abdulaziz International Qur’an Competition

Winners announced for King Abdulaziz International Qur’an Competition

Education Ministry launches 1448 school year campaign under 'We Write a Story' slogan

Education Ministry launches 1448 school year campaign under 'We Write a Story' slogan

Saudi traffic authority warns against using road shoulder to overtake

Saudi traffic authority warns against using road shoulder to overtake

Traffic authorities in Makkah respond to accident caused by lane violation

Traffic authorities in Makkah respond to accident caused by lane violation

Heavy rain hits several governorates in Jazan region

Heavy rain hits several governorates in Jazan region

Saudi Supreme Judicial Council approves new governance rules

Saudi Supreme Judicial Council approves new governance rules

Saudi, Qatari foreign ministers discuss regional developments, cooperation

Saudi, Qatari foreign ministers discuss regional developments, cooperation

Saudi and Iraqi justice chiefs meet in Riyadh to boost judicial cooperation

Saudi and Iraqi justice chiefs meet in Riyadh to boost judicial cooperation

Border Guard assists Sudanese resident stranded on Oman highway

Border Guard assists Sudanese resident stranded on Oman highway

Northern Border University rises in Nature Index 2026 for social and physical sciences

Northern Border University rises in Nature Index 2026 for social and physical sciences

Saudi, Maldivian Islamic affairs ministers discuss cooperation in Jeddah

Saudi, Maldivian Islamic affairs ministers discuss cooperation in Jeddah

Riyadh to host UNESCO-backed Global Forum on AI Ethics in September

Riyadh to host UNESCO-backed Global Forum on AI Ethics in September

Imam Abdulaziz Royal Reserve removes 1.6 million tons of debris by mid-2026

Border Guard patrols in Jazan arrest resident for transporting 15 illegal migrants

Arab Parliament condemns Israeli airstrikes on Syria’s Abu al-Duhur airbase

Arab Parliament condemns Israeli airstrikes on Syria’s Abu al-Duhur airbase

University of Hail opens online registration for first semester of 1448 academic year

University of Hail opens online registration for first semester of 1448 academic year

Thunderstorms and heavy rain forecast for parts of Saudi Arabia through Tuesday

Thunderstorms and heavy rain forecast for parts of Saudi Arabia through Tuesday

Saudi, Japanese foreign ministers hold third strategic dialogue in Riyadh

Saudi, Japanese foreign ministers hold third strategic dialogue in Riyadh

Qatari prime minister and foreign minister arrives in Riyadh

Qatari prime minister and foreign minister arrives in Riyadh

Yemeni and Chadian nationals arrested for smuggling 12 kg of hashish

Yemeni and Chadian nationals arrested for smuggling 12 kg of hashish

flynas to launch direct Dammam-Karachi flights from September 9

flynas to launch direct Dammam-Karachi flights from September 9

Saudi leaders congratulate Zambian president on re-election

Saudi leaders congratulate Zambian president on re-election

Public Health Authority urges parents to ensure school health screenings

Public Health Authority urges parents to ensure school health screenings

Saudi Arabia launches first school for gifted media students

Saudi Arabia launches first school for gifted media students

Industry Ministry opens applications for Schneider Electric Saudi Arabia scholarship-to-employment program

Industry Ministry opens applications for Schneider Electric Saudi Arabia scholarship-to-employment program

Civil Defense steps up safety inspections at schools as academic year begins

Civil Defense steps up safety inspections at schools as academic year begins

Citizen detained for illegal grazing in Imam Turki Royal Reserve

Citizen detained for illegal grazing in Imam Turki Royal Reserve

Four arrested in Jazan for smuggling khat across border

Four arrested in Jazan for smuggling khat across border

Islamic Affairs Ministry reviews challenges faced by King Abdulaziz Quran contest participants

Islamic Affairs Ministry reviews challenges faced by King Abdulaziz Quran contest participants

Border guards foil attempt to smuggle 24 kg of hashish in Asir

Border guards foil attempt to smuggle 24 kg of hashish in Asir

Madinah deputy governor reviews school readiness for new academic year

Madinah deputy governor reviews school readiness for new academic year

Qassim education authority prepares to welcome 311,000 students across 2,452 schools

Qassim education authority prepares to welcome 311,000 students across 2,452 schools

Six falcons sold for SAR 312,000 at eighth night of 2026 International Falcon Farms Auction

Six falcons sold for SAR 312,000 at eighth night of 2026 International Falcon Farms Auction

Al-Baha education authority sets summer hours for schools

Al-Baha education authority sets summer hours for schools

Hail Technical Training Authority launches expanded community initiatives plan for 1448 academic year

Hail Technical Training Authority launches expanded community initiatives plan for 1448 academic year

Saudi ambassador to Lebanon discusses political developments with Walid Jumblatt

Saudi ambassador to Lebanon discusses political developments with Walid Jumblatt

Jeddah mayor inspects ongoing projects and sites across city

Jeddah mayor inspects ongoing projects and sites across city

Najran University announces full readiness for new academic year 1448-49

Najran University announces full readiness for new academic year 1448-49

Al-Jouf Square Festival opens with arts and entertainment in Sakaka

Al-Jouf Square Festival opens with arts and entertainment in Sakaka

Jeddah municipality steps up field campaigns against negative practices

Jeddah municipality steps up field campaigns against negative practices

Eastern Province governor reviews university preparations for new academic year

Eastern Province governor reviews university preparations for new academic year

British falconer highlights differing criteria for hunting and breeding falcons at Riyadh auction

British falconer highlights differing criteria for hunting and breeding falcons at Riyadh auction

Saudi water efficiency and conservation regulations to take effect March 2027

Saudi water efficiency and conservation regulations to take effect March 2027

King Salman Humanitarian Center delivers vaccine cooling equipment to Aden and Taiz

King Salman Humanitarian Center delivers vaccine cooling equipment to Aden and Taiz

Public Security signs MoU to boost anti-money laundering cooperation

Public Security signs MoU to boost anti-money laundering cooperation

New Saudi aid convoy delivers tents to Gaza as part of relief campaign

New Saudi aid convoy delivers tents to Gaza as part of relief campaign

Saudi traffic authority warns against lane weaving, fines up to SAR 6,000

Saudi traffic authority warns against lane weaving, fines up to SAR 6,000

Electricity regulator denies claims of meter installation without ownership deed

Electricity regulator denies claims of meter installation without ownership deed

Saudi man arrested in Jazan for transporting border violators

Saudi man arrested in Jazan for transporting border violators

Transport Authority fines three expats, orders deportation for unlicensed passenger transport

Transport Authority fines three expats, orders deportation for unlicensed passenger transport

GCC chief condemns Israeli strikes on Syria as violation of international norms

GCC chief condemns Israeli strikes on Syria as violation of international norms

Qassim launches eight date festivals to drive economic and tourism growth

Qassim launches eight date festivals to drive economic and tourism growth

Justice Ministry launches early settlement service for financial claims via Tajer

Justice Ministry launches early settlement service for financial claims via Tajer

Security patrols respond to altercation involving two men and a woman in Riyadh

Security patrols respond to altercation involving two men and a woman in Riyadh

Civil Defense steps up inspections of schools as classes resume

Civil Defense steps up inspections of schools as classes resume

Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli airstrikes on Abu al-Duhur airport in Syria

Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli airstrikes on Abu al-Duhur airport in Syria

Study links stronger school leadership to improved student outcomes

Study links stronger school leadership to improved student outcomes

Eastern Province governorate announces specialist jobs via Masar platform

Eastern Province governorate announces specialist jobs via Masar platform

Cabinet hails progress of government agencies in 2026 digital maturity index

Cabinet hails progress of government agencies in 2026 digital maturity index

Saudi man arrested for grazing sheep in restricted Imam Turki bin Abdullah Reserve

Saudi man arrested for grazing sheep in restricted Imam Turki bin Abdullah Reserve

Saudi Cabinet reviews education sector achievements ahead of new school year

Saudi Cabinet reviews education sector achievements ahead of new school year

Saudi Cabinet approves cooperation agreement with Kuwait on public-private partnerships

Saudi Cabinet approves cooperation agreement with Kuwait on public-private partnerships

Saudi Cabinet approves final accounts for four universities

Saudi Cabinet approves final accounts for four universities

Saudi Cabinet commends Public Investment Fund's financial performance

Saudi Cabinet commends Public Investment Fund's financial performance

Saudi Cabinet welcomes launch of multinational maritime defense coalition

Saudi Cabinet welcomes launch of multinational maritime defense coalition

Saudi Cabinet reiterates strong condemnation of repeated Iranian attacks on commercial vessels

Saudi Cabinet reiterates strong condemnation of repeated Iranian attacks on commercial vessels

Saudi Cabinet highlights Kingdom’s global humanitarian leadership

Saudi Cabinet highlights Kingdom’s global humanitarian leadership

Saudi Cabinet approves National Curriculum Center regulation, 10 new decisions

Saudi Cabinet approves National Curriculum Center regulation, 10 new decisions

Saudi-Sudanese Coordination Council to boost cooperation with concrete initiatives

Saudi-Sudanese Coordination Council to boost cooperation with concrete initiatives

Saudi Cabinet reviews outcomes of talks with allied and friendly nations

Saudi Cabinet reviews outcomes of talks with allied and friendly nations

Saudi cybersecurity authority warns of vulnerabilities in NVIDIA products, urges immediate updates

Saudi cybersecurity authority warns of vulnerabilities in NVIDIA products, urges immediate updates

Riyadh Royal Commission: eligible first-year applicants need not reapply for Real Estate Balance program

Riyadh Royal Commission: eligible first-year applicants need not reapply for Real Estate Balance program

King Saud Medical City team performs complex heart surgery on critical patient

King Saud Medical City team performs complex heart surgery on critical patient

Six arrested in Qassim for trafficking hashish, methamphetamine and pills

Six arrested in Qassim for trafficking hashish, methamphetamine and pills

Jeddah astronomy society: 'false eclipse' term scientifically inaccurate

Jeddah astronomy society: 'false eclipse' term scientifically inaccurate

Six Yemenis arrested in Jazan for smuggling 84 kg of khat

Six Yemenis arrested in Jazan for smuggling 84 kg of khat

Border Guard in Asir arrests two Ethiopians for smuggling 40 kg of khat

Border Guard in Asir arrests two Ethiopians for smuggling 40 kg of khat

Imam Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Authority reiterates hunting ban in protected areas

Imam Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Authority reiterates hunting ban in protected areas

Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, Saudi ambassador discuss strengthening cooperation

Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, Saudi ambassador discuss strengthening cooperation

Border Guard detains four for violating marine safety rules in Yanbu

Border Guard detains four for violating marine safety rules in Yanbu

Saudi, Iraqi foreign ministers discuss regional issues in phone call

Saudi, Iraqi foreign ministers discuss regional issues in phone call

National Center for Social Studies signs MoU with anti-narcotics authority

National Center for Social Studies signs MoU with anti-narcotics authority

Civil Defense steps up safety inspections at schools as classes resume

Civil Defense steps up safety inspections at schools as classes resume

Four brain-dead donors save 14 lives in Saudi Arabia

Four brain-dead donors save 14 lives in Saudi Arabia

Tabuk Red Crescent awards six emergency compliance certificates to HR departments

Tabuk Red Crescent awards six emergency compliance certificates to HR departments

Buraidah International Dates Carnival boosts Saudi presence in global markets

Buraidah International Dates Carnival boosts Saudi presence in global markets

Saudi Food and Drug Authority issues guidelines for safe pesticide storage

Saudi Food and Drug Authority issues guidelines for safe pesticide storage

Citizen detained for unauthorized camping in Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve

Citizen detained for unauthorized camping in Imam Faisal bin Turki Royal Reserve

Board of Grievances opens applications for cooperative training via Khiber platform

Board of Grievances opens applications for cooperative training via Khiber platform

Saudi Arabia condemns attacks on Kurdistan region targeting prime minister's office

Saudi Arabia condemns attacks on Kurdistan region targeting prime minister's office

Regional center records 52 hours of dust storms across region in one day

Regional center records 52 hours of dust storms across region in one day

Thunderstorms, hail and strong winds forecast for several Saudi regions Tuesday

Thunderstorms, hail and strong winds forecast for several Saudi regions Tuesday

Hajj and Umrah monitoring center boosts operational efficiency

Hajj and Umrah monitoring center boosts operational efficiency

Citizen detained for illegal camping in Imam Faisal Royal Reserve

Citizen detained for illegal camping in Imam Faisal Royal Reserve

Northern Border University maintains position in 2026 Shanghai ranking

Northern Border University maintains position in 2026 Shanghai ranking

Comprehensive veterinary services boost falcon safety at 2026 International Auction

Comprehensive veterinary services boost falcon safety at 2026 International Auction

Second group of King Salman Umrah Program guests depart Makkah

Second group of King Salman Umrah Program guests depart Makkah

Man arrested for illegal hunting in King Salman Royal Reserve

Man arrested for illegal hunting in King Salman Royal Reserve

Ministry of Islamic Affairs awarded ISO certification for quality management

Ministry of Islamic Affairs awarded ISO certification for quality management

Saudi education enters new phase focused on integrated system, expert says

Saudi education enters new phase focused on integrated system, expert says

Cheque must be presented to bank within 30 days, lawyer warns

Cheque must be presented to bank within 30 days, lawyer warns

Mecca joint defense pact marks new regional alliance, expert says

Mecca joint defense pact marks new regional alliance, expert says

Border Guard launches seabed cleanup initiative in Madinah

Border Guard launches seabed cleanup initiative in Madinah

Education minister unveils new system, highlights major quality and scholarship achievements

Education minister unveils new system, highlights major quality and scholarship achievements

Mecca joint defense pact is defensive, not offensive: analyst

Mecca joint defense pact is defensive, not offensive: analyst

Early medical screening helps identify issues affecting student focus

Early medical screening helps identify issues affecting student focus

Sudan, Saudi Arabia seek full integration across all sectors: FM

Sudan, Saudi Arabia seek full integration across all sectors: FM

Mecca joint defense pact supports US push for burden-sharing, analyst says

Mecca joint defense pact supports US push for burden-sharing, analyst says

Civil Defense mandates cooperative insurance for high-risk business licenses

Civil Defense mandates cooperative insurance for high-risk business licenses

Family disputes can impact students’ performance, expert warns

Family disputes can impact students’ performance, expert warns

Saudi and Sudanese foreign ministers sign joint coordination council agreement

Saudi and Sudanese foreign ministers sign joint coordination council agreement

Sudanese resident arrested in Jazan for transporting six border violators

Sudanese resident arrested in Jazan for transporting six border violators

Saudi education curricula updated annually to meet job market needs

Saudi education curricula updated annually to meet job market needs

Over 37,000 education staff to be promoted next month, says minister

Over 37,000 education staff to be promoted next month, says minister

Saudi and Sudanese foreign ministers pledge to strengthen bilateral ties

Saudi and Sudanese foreign ministers pledge to strengthen bilateral ties

Teacher attendance system tied to school’s own plan, expert says

Teacher attendance system tied to school’s own plan, expert says

First striped hyena birth recorded in NEOM reserve after reintroduction

First striped hyena birth recorded in NEOM reserve after reintroduction

Saudi Arabia boosts fruit self-sufficiency under Vision 2030

Saudi Arabia boosts fruit self-sufficiency under Vision 2030

Seventy percent of Saudi scholarship students enrolled at top 50 global universities

Seventy percent of Saudi scholarship students enrolled at top 50 global universities

Education minister launches unified Education Portal

Education minister launches unified Education Portal

Education minister launches unified Education Portal

Education minister launches unified Education Portal

Madrasati platform serves over 11 million users, says education minister

Madrasati platform serves over 11 million users, says education minister

Saudi was world's best teacher for 2025, education minister says

Saudi was world's best teacher for 2025, education minister says

Education minister unveils tech platform for 500,000 teaching staff

Education minister unveils tech platform for 500,000 teaching staff

Over 72 Saudi teachers win local and international awards in past year

Over 72 Saudi teachers win local and international awards in past year

Education minister: Over 240,000 educators to receive training

Education minister: Over 240,000 educators to receive training

Teachers to remain on campus until end of school day, says education minister

Teachers to remain on campus until end of school day, says education minister

Saudi education minister announces curriculum updates and AI integration

Saudi education minister announces curriculum updates and AI integration

Education minister: New education law will boost quality standards

Education minister: New education law will boost quality standards

Education minister: Partnership with SDAIA, Humane aims to ease teachers’ workload

Education minister: Partnership with SDAIA, Humane aims to ease teachers’ workload

Saudi Arabia backs Yemeni unity and strengthens internal front, analyst says

Saudi Arabia backs Yemeni unity and strengthens internal front, analyst says

Psychological preparation key for students ahead of new school year, expert says

Psychological preparation key for students ahead of new school year, expert says

Tabuk governor reviews progress on municipal projects

Tabuk governor reviews progress on municipal projects

Health Ministry expands general dentist privileges to 41 procedures

Health Ministry expands general dentist privileges to 41 procedures

Health expert: doctors, practitioners barred from self-promotion

Health expert: doctors, practitioners barred from self-promotion

Monitoring and control center boosts Hajj and Umrah services in Makkah

Monitoring and control center boosts Hajj and Umrah services in Makkah

Saudi Education Ministry opens applications for nursing scholarship at Gulf University

Saudi Education Ministry opens applications for nursing scholarship at Gulf University

Crescent moon and Venus conjunction dazzles Saudi skies

Crescent moon and Venus conjunction dazzles Saudi skies

Saudi Arabia highlights COP16 presidency achievements, pledges ongoing global support

Saudi Arabia highlights COP16 presidency achievements, pledges ongoing global support

Human Resources Development Fund helps employ 329,000 Saudis in H1 2026

Human Resources Development Fund helps employ 329,000 Saudis in H1 2026

Saudi Arabia hands over UN desertification conference presidency to Mongolia

Saudi Arabia hands over UN desertification conference presidency to Mongolia

Saudi king and crown prince congratulate Indonesian president on Independence Day

Saudi king and crown prince congratulate Indonesian president on Independence Day

Imam Turki Reserve reports hatching of seven red-necked ostrich chicks

Imam Turki Reserve reports hatching of seven red-necked ostrich chicks

Grand Mufti receives regional fatwa commissioners, stresses service to public

Grand Mufti receives regional fatwa commissioners, stresses service to public

Jeddah Border Guard detains man for violating maritime safety rules

Jeddah Border Guard detains man for violating maritime safety rules

PIL’s IRF shipping service added to Jeddah Islamic Port

PIL’s IRF shipping service added to Jeddah Islamic Port

Saudi leaders congratulate Gabon president on Independence Day

Saudi leaders congratulate Gabon president on Independence Day

Traffic authority issues four tips to prevent tire blowouts in hot weather

Traffic authority issues four tips to prevent tire blowouts in hot weather

Interior minister orders promotion of 515 anti-narcotics personnel

Interior minister orders promotion of 515 anti-narcotics personnel

Civil Defense urges caution as severe weather hits parts of Asir

Civil Defense urges caution as severe weather hits parts of Asir

Pakistani resident arrested in Riyadh for trafficking 1.2 kg of methamphetamine

Pakistani resident arrested in Riyadh for trafficking 1.2 kg of methamphetamine

Pakistan to continue constructive role with Saudi Arabia, Turkey in regional security, says PM

Pakistan to continue constructive role with Saudi Arabia, Turkey in regional security, says PM

Heavy rain, strong winds and thunderstorms forecast for Al-Baha

Heavy rain, strong winds and thunderstorms forecast for Al-Baha

Thunderstorms and rising temperatures forecast for several Saudi regions Monday

Thunderstorms and rising temperatures forecast for several Saudi regions Monday

Saudi Transport Authority issues 1.6 million car rental contracts in Q2 2026, up 4%

Saudi Transport Authority issues 1.6 million car rental contracts in Q2 2026, up 4%

Fourteen new falcon farms boost global presence at international auction

Fourteen new falcon farms boost global presence at international auction

Dust storm warning issued for parts of Riyadh region

Dust storm warning issued for parts of Riyadh region

Qassim University climbs over 100 places in 2026 Shanghai ranking

Qassim University climbs over 100 places in 2026 Shanghai ranking

King Fahd Quran Printing Complex sets new daily visitor record

King Fahd Quran Printing Complex sets new daily visitor record

National Center for Falcons opens public participation for 2027 Hudad international release

National Center for Falcons opens public participation for 2027 Hudad international release

Saudi man arrested for transporting local firewood in Imam Turki bin Abdullah Reserve

Saudi man arrested for transporting local firewood in Imam Turki bin Abdullah Reserve

King Abdulaziz International Quran Competition participants visit King Fahd Quran Printing Complex

King Abdulaziz International Quran Competition participants visit King Fahd Quran Printing Complex

Riyadh education authority sets school hours for 2027-2028

Riyadh education authority sets school hours for 2027-2028

Canadian farm representative reveals reason behind SAR 1.3 million falcon sale

Canadian farm representative reveals reason behind SAR 1.3 million falcon sale

Wafa Al-Marzouqi becomes Saudi Arabia’s first female consul general

Wafa Al-Marzouqi becomes Saudi Arabia’s first female consul general

Saudi passports authority details online renewal process via Absher

Saudi passports authority details online renewal process via Absher

Saudi Arabia appoints new consuls general in Houston and Erbil

Saudi Arabia appoints new consuls general in Houston and Erbil

Absher clarifies key details on issuing and renewing resident IDs

Absher clarifies key details on issuing and renewing resident IDs

Traffic authorities seize 7,931 illegal motorcycles across Saudi Arabia in one week

Traffic authorities seize 7,931 illegal motorcycles across Saudi Arabia in one week

King Salman Humanitarian Center distributes 24,500 hot meals in Gaza

King Salman Humanitarian Center distributes 24,500 hot meals in Gaza

Saudi stock market index closes higher at 10,919 points

Saudi stock market index closes higher at 10,919 points

Saudi foreign minister holds phone talks with Qatari, Omani counterparts on regional developments

Saudi foreign minister holds phone talks with Qatari, Omani counterparts on regional developments

Border Guard rescues five Saudis after boat breaks down off Yanbu

Border Guard rescues five Saudis after boat breaks down off Yanbu

Hajj and Umrah Ministry begins preparations for 2027 Hajj with 75 countries

Hajj and Umrah Ministry begins preparations for 2027 Hajj with 75 countries

Saudi Arabia launches mandatory insurance for crowded venues, high-risk activities

Saudi Arabia launches mandatory insurance for crowded venues, high-risk activities

Saudi Arabia and seven nations condemn Israel’s rejection of Trump Gaza plan

Saudi Arabia and seven nations condemn Israel’s rejection of Trump Gaza plan

Saudi, Yemeni foreign ministers discuss partnership and regional security

Saudi, Yemeni foreign ministers discuss partnership and regional security

Eastern Health Cluster launches 'Learn with Health' campaign ahead of school return

Eastern Health Cluster launches 'Learn with Health' campaign ahead of school return

Riyadh Royal Commission opens real estate balance program applications until September 2026

Riyadh Royal Commission opens real estate balance program applications until September 2026

Civil Defense urges caution amid severe weather in Al-Baha

Civil Defense urges caution amid severe weather in Al-Baha

King Fahd Security College welcomes applicants for 70th security sciences intake

King Fahd Security College welcomes applicants for 70th security sciences intake

Saudi leaders send condolences to Indonesian president after deadly earthquakes

Saudi leaders send condolences to Indonesian president after deadly earthquakes

Pakistani resident arrested in Eastern Province for methamphetamine trafficking

Pakistani resident arrested in Eastern Province for methamphetamine trafficking

Saudi student funds cybersecurity studies through gig work

Saudi student funds cybersecurity studies through gig work

Environment ministry opens animal identification data update requests

Environment ministry opens animal identification data update requests

Civil Defense declares Jazan safe, urges public to follow safety guidelines

Civil Defense declares Jazan safe, urges public to follow safety guidelines

Early warning issued in Jazan as authorities urge safety precautions

Early warning issued in Jazan as authorities urge safety precautions

Saudi Passports Authority issues 24,417 rulings against residency and labor violators

Saudi Passports Authority issues 24,417 rulings against residency and labor violators

Makkah deputy governor reviews strategic projects with region’s development chief

Makkah deputy governor reviews strategic projects with region’s development chief

Saudi Arabia raises Saudization rate for project management roles to 70%

Saudi Arabia raises Saudization rate for project management roles to 70%

Council of Senior Scholars holds 99th session in Taif under grand mufti

Council of Senior Scholars holds 99th session in Taif under grand mufti

Smart digital services enhance experience for Grand Mosque and Prophet’s Mosque visitors

Smart digital services enhance experience for Grand Mosque and Prophet’s Mosque visitors

General Authority for Statistics launches fixed capital assets survey

General Authority for Statistics launches fixed capital assets survey

Thunderstorms expected in parts of Saudi Arabia through week’s end

Thunderstorms expected in parts of Saudi Arabia through week’s end

Saudi traffic authority warns drivers against bypassing vehicle queues at checkpoints

Saudi traffic authority warns drivers against bypassing vehicle queues at checkpoints

Saudi National Cybersecurity Authority launches student awareness campaign for new school year

Saudi National Cybersecurity Authority launches student awareness campaign for new school year

Riyadh education authority announces school hours for 1448-49 academic year

Riyadh education authority announces school hours for 1448-49 academic year

Prince Mohammed bin Nasser Hospital launches corrective lens implants for cataract patients

Prince Mohammed bin Nasser Hospital launches corrective lens implants for cataract patients

36 environmental violations recorded across Saudi regions

36 environmental violations recorded across Saudi regions

Free ihram removal carts available at Grand Mosque in Makkah

Free ihram removal carts available at Grand Mosque in Makkah

Border Guard in Asir arrests Yemeni for smuggling 20 kg of khat

Border Guard in Asir arrests Yemeni for smuggling 20 kg of khat

Border Guard launches seabed cleanup in Tabuk with volunteer divers

Border Guard launches seabed cleanup in Tabuk with volunteer divers

Dust-raising winds to persist across several Saudi regions this week

Dust-raising winds to persist across several Saudi regions this week

Three Yemenis arrested in Jazan for smuggling 82 kg of qat

Three Yemenis arrested in Jazan for smuggling 82 kg of qat

Ministry of Commerce sets 9 rules for commercial discounts

Ministry of Commerce sets 9 rules for commercial discounts

Saudi man executed in Madinah for drug trafficking

Saudi man executed in Madinah for drug trafficking

Saudi students win three international awards at Korea standards olympiad

Saudi students win three international awards at Korea standards olympiad

Weather and climate key factors in vegetation fires, says NCM

Weather and climate key factors in vegetation fires, says NCM

Border guards foil attempt to smuggle over 63,000 regulated pills in Jazan

Border guards foil attempt to smuggle over 63,000 regulated pills in Jazan

Dammam records highest temperature at 49°C, Abha lowest

Dammam records highest temperature at 49°C, Abha lowest

School fitness checks ensure student health and early disease detection, expert says

School fitness checks ensure student health and early disease detection, expert says

AI replaces search engines as usage rate doubles, academic says

AI replaces search engines as usage rate doubles, academic says

Pakistani worker in Sakaka reflects on 35 years of brotherhood in Saudi Arabia

Pakistani worker in Sakaka reflects on 35 years of brotherhood in Saudi Arabia

Council of Senior Scholars plans virtual research center with 80 members

Council of Senior Scholars plans virtual research center with 80 members

Saudi Arabia leads in AI adoption to ease pilgrim movement

Saudi Arabia leads in AI adoption to ease pilgrim movement

Heavy rain and flash flood warning issued for Jazan and Asir

Heavy rain and flash flood warning issued for Jazan and Asir

Real estate expert: Price stability achieved by housing balance platform, clear financial plan required

Real estate expert: Price stability achieved by housing balance platform, clear financial plan required

Hail education department completes preparations for new school year

Hail education department completes preparations for new school year

Hybrid super white gyrfalcon sells for SAR 1.3m at 2026 auction

Hybrid super white gyrfalcon sells for SAR 1.3m at 2026 auction

Jazan University ranks among top 14 Saudi universities in 2026 Shanghai rankings

Jazan University ranks among top 14 Saudi universities in 2026 Shanghai rankings

Border Guard concludes marine safety awareness exhibition in Abha

Border Guard concludes marine safety awareness exhibition in Abha

Lightning illuminates Al-Baha skies amid summer rain

Lightning illuminates Al-Baha skies amid summer rain

Scottish family turns passion for falcons into business at Saudi auction

Scottish family turns passion for falcons into business at Saudi auction

Saudi environmental security arrests man for violating reserve rules

Saudi environmental security arrests man for violating reserve rules

Nigerian president receives Muslim World League secretary-general in Abuja

Nigerian president receives Muslim World League secretary-general in Abuja

Philippine minister for Muslim affairs visits King Fahd Quran Printing Complex

Philippine minister for Muslim affairs visits King Fahd Quran Printing Complex

Saudi authorities detain man for grazing 20 camels in King Abdulaziz Reserve

Saudi authorities detain man for grazing 20 camels in King Abdulaziz Reserve

Special license plate auction opens Sunday on Absher platform

Special license plate auction opens Sunday on Absher platform

Riyadh Real Estate Balance Program opens applications Sunday for second year

Riyadh Real Estate Balance Program opens applications Sunday for second year

Saudi public prosecution launches remote investigation service for detainees

Saudi public prosecution launches remote investigation service for detainees

Crescent moon and Venus conjunction dazzles skies over Turaif

Crescent moon and Venus conjunction dazzles skies over Turaif

35 Madinah food products documented in global Ark of Taste initiative

35 Madinah food products documented in global Ark of Taste initiative

GCC condemns repeated Iranian attacks on ADNOC tankers, commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz

GCC condemns repeated Iranian attacks on ADNOC tankers, commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz

Saudi ministry awards SR1.5 million to King Abdulaziz Quran contest participants

Saudi ministry awards SR1.5 million to King Abdulaziz Quran contest participants

Jeddah authorities shut down two illegal sites, destroy over 3.4 tons of unsafe food

Jeddah authorities shut down two illegal sites, destroy over 3.4 tons of unsafe food

Saudi embassy in Turkey warns of severe storms and flooding on Sunday

Saudi embassy in Turkey warns of severe storms and flooding on Sunday

Saudi Arabia sees 89% improvement in online gaming response times

Saudi Arabia sees 89% improvement in online gaming response times

Saudi informatics team wins first-ever silver at International Olympiad

Saudi informatics team wins first-ever silver at International Olympiad

Rising use of motorcycles and e-scooters in Jazan sparks safety concerns for youth

Rising use of motorcycles and e-scooters in Jazan sparks safety concerns for youth

King Abdulaziz Public Library releases French edition on Black Muslims’ impact in Islamic civilization

King Abdulaziz Public Library releases French edition on Black Muslims’ impact in Islamic civilization

Dr. Khalid Al-Ruhaimi Hospital removes complex 2.5 kg thyroid tumor

Dr. Khalid Al-Ruhaimi Hospital removes complex 2.5 kg thyroid tumor

School fitness checks aim to ensure students' health, expert says

School fitness checks aim to ensure students' health, expert says

Four Ethiopians arrested for smuggling 54 kg of khat in Asir

Four Ethiopians arrested for smuggling 54 kg of khat in Asir

Border Guard thwarts attempt to smuggle 44 kg of hashish in Raboua

Border Guard thwarts attempt to smuggle 44 kg of hashish in Raboua

Jazan Border Guard arrests three Ethiopians for smuggling 60 kg of khat

Jazan Border Guard arrests three Ethiopians for smuggling 60 kg of khat

Saudi man executed in Dammam for murder after court ruling

Saudi man executed in Dammam for murder after court ruling

Academic highlights four key drivers behind AI adoption surge

Academic highlights four key drivers behind AI adoption surge

Pakistani national arrested in Riyadh for trafficking 1.3 kg of cocaine

Pakistani national arrested in Riyadh for trafficking 1.3 kg of cocaine

Saudi customs record 1,260 contraband seizures in one week

Saudi customs record 1,260 contraband seizures in one week

Dammam records highest temperature at 48°C, Abha lowest

Dammam records highest temperature at 48°C, Abha lowest

Over 14,000 violators of residency, labor, and border laws arrested in one week

Over 14,000 violators of residency, labor, and border laws arrested in one week

Extreme heat to persist in parts of Saudi Arabia through Wednesday

Extreme heat to persist in parts of Saudi Arabia through Wednesday

Teachers to return to schools across Saudi Arabia tomorrow

Teachers to return to schools across Saudi Arabia tomorrow

SFDA official: Nader program streamlines access to rare disease treatments

SFDA official: Nader program streamlines access to rare disease treatments

Saudi analyst: Kingdom condemns all forms of terrorism and piracy

Saudi analyst: Kingdom condemns all forms of terrorism and piracy

Saudi National Center for Meteorology to launch major weather platform

Saudi National Center for Meteorology to launch major weather platform

Saudi Arabia advances in global competitiveness, enters innovation phase

Saudi Arabia advances in global competitiveness, enters innovation phase

Extreme heat and thunderstorms expected across several regions today

Extreme heat and thunderstorms expected across several regions today

Saudi consulate in New York warns citizens of Indiana floods

Saudi consulate in New York warns citizens of Indiana floods

Man arrested in Riyadh after video shows vehicle battery theft

Man arrested in Riyadh after video shows vehicle battery theft

Najran Municipality announces eight new investment opportunities in Habouna

Najran Municipality announces eight new investment opportunities in Habouna

Jawazat details how to complete unresolved transactions via Absher’s Tawasul service

Jawazat details how to complete unresolved transactions via Absher’s Tawasul service

Muslim World League chief leads Friday prayers, delivers sermon in Abuja

Muslim World League chief leads Friday prayers, delivers sermon in Abuja

Civil Defense extinguishes fire at commercial shops in Hafar Al-Batin’s Fulaij district

Civil Defense extinguishes fire at commercial shops in Hafar Al-Batin’s Fulaij district

Saudi leaders offer condolences to Chinese president on death of former premier

Saudi leaders offer condolences to Chinese president on death of former premier

King Salman Medical City lab earns US CAP accreditation

King Salman Medical City lab earns US CAP accreditation

Saudi Passports Directorate details steps to add dependents on Absher

Saudi Passports Directorate details steps to add dependents on Absher

Royal Commission in Yanbu launches awareness campaign on irrigation and greenery

Royal Commission in Yanbu launches awareness campaign on irrigation and greenery

Multinational naval defense coalition launched to secure key waterways

Multinational naval defense coalition launched to secure key waterways

Weqaa urges public to avoid spraying sites in Northern Borders region

Weqaa urges public to avoid spraying sites in Northern Borders region

Health Ministry outlines school fitness exam and booking process

Health Ministry outlines school fitness exam and booking process

El Niño persists but no guarantee of exceptional Saudi rainfall, expert says

El Niño persists but no guarantee of exceptional Saudi rainfall, expert says

Umm Al-Qura publishes executive regulations on water efficiency compliance

Umm Al-Qura publishes executive regulations on water efficiency compliance

Environmental security forces record two violations in Imam Faisal Reserve, Madinah

Environmental security forces record two violations in Imam Faisal Reserve, Madinah

PIF and Formula E expand Driving Force educational platform

PIF and Formula E expand Driving Force educational platform

Sudanese prime minister receives Saudi ambassador in Khartoum

Sudanese prime minister receives Saudi ambassador in Khartoum

Traffic authority warns of increased accident risk during rain, urges safe driving

Traffic authority warns of increased accident risk during rain, urges safe driving

Border Guard thwarts smuggling of 87,000 illicit pills in Jazan

Border Guard thwarts smuggling of 87,000 illicit pills in Jazan

Border guards in Jazan seize 100 kg of khat, arrest four Ethiopians

Border guards in Jazan seize 100 kg of khat, arrest four Ethiopians

Islamic Affairs Ministry hosts open day for King’s guests in Taif

Islamic Affairs Ministry hosts open day for King’s guests in Taif

Civil Defense urges caution as severe weather hits parts of Jazan

Civil Defense urges caution as severe weather hits parts of Jazan

Bangladeshi residents arrested in Eastern Province for heroin, meth trafficking

Bangladeshi residents arrested in Eastern Province for heroin, meth trafficking

Border Guard in Asir arrests three Ethiopians for smuggling 63 kg of khat

Border Guard in Asir arrests three Ethiopians for smuggling 63 kg of khat

Saudi leaders congratulate Pakistan president on Independence Day

Saudi leaders congratulate Pakistan president on Independence Day

Two arrested in Al-Jouf for trafficking 2 kg of hashish

Two arrested in Al-Jouf for trafficking 2 kg of hashish

Jeddah Islamic Port customs seize over 58 kg of methamphetamine

Jeddah Islamic Port customs seize over 58 kg of methamphetamine

Dammam to see highest temperature at 48°C, Abha lowest: NCM

Dammam to see highest temperature at 48°C, Abha lowest: NCM

Saudi Arabia condemns attack on ADNOC tankers in Strait of Hormuz

Saudi Arabia condemns attack on ADNOC tankers in Strait of Hormuz

Hail Health Cluster earns AHA accreditation, boosting care quality

Hail Health Cluster earns AHA accreditation, boosting care quality

Saudi Arabia leads active diplomatic push in Middle East, says military expert

Saudi Arabia leads active diplomatic push in Middle East, says military expert

Saudi, Chilean foreign ministers discuss strengthening bilateral ties

Saudi, Chilean foreign ministers discuss strengthening bilateral ties

Saudi standards official: International Olympiad participation is an investment in youth

Saudi standards official: International Olympiad participation is an investment in youth

Hajj and Umrah Ministry conducts over 32,000 inspections of accommodation and service providers

Hajj and Umrah Ministry conducts over 32,000 inspections of accommodation and service providers

Saudi Arabia achieves AI success story in just five years, expert says

Saudi Arabia achieves AI success story in just five years, expert says

Saudi, Egyptian and Turkish foreign ministers hold talks in Alamein

Saudi, Egyptian and Turkish foreign ministers hold talks in Alamein

Saudi crown prince, US CENTCOM chief discuss defense ties and regional developments

Saudi crown prince, US CENTCOM chief discuss defense ties and regional developments

Saudi Red Crescent saves Nigerian pilgrim after cardiac arrest at Prophet’s Mosque

Saudi Red Crescent saves Nigerian pilgrim after cardiac arrest at Prophet’s Mosque

Thunderstorms and strong winds forecast for several regions on Friday

Thunderstorms and strong winds forecast for several regions on Friday

Investments drive record container handling at Jeddah Islamic Port, expert says

Investments drive record container handling at Jeddah Islamic Port, expert says

Abha nightlife draws visitors with mountain scenery and vibrant tourism

Abha nightlife draws visitors with mountain scenery and vibrant tourism

Jeddah hosts third planning meeting for multinational maritime defense coalition

Jeddah hosts third planning meeting for multinational maritime defense coalition

Heavy rains transform Baish into summer tourist destination

Heavy rains transform Baish into summer tourist destination

Perseid meteor shower observed over AlUla’s Gharameel Reserve at annual peak

Perseid meteor shower observed over AlUla’s Gharameel Reserve at annual peak

Saudi Arabia offers condolences to Egypt after Ismailia road accident

Saudi Arabia offers condolences to Egypt after Ismailia road accident

Ongoing upgrades to Saudi government platforms boost user satisfaction, expert says

Ongoing upgrades to Saudi government platforms boost user satisfaction, expert says

Saudi traffic authorities fine 2,335 vehicles for parking in disabled spaces

Saudi traffic authorities fine 2,335 vehicles for parking in disabled spaces

Saudi Islamic affairs minister launches digital platform for 85,000 mosques

Saudi Islamic affairs minister launches digital platform for 85,000 mosques

Saudi Arabia reaffirms support for Iraq’s security and stability

Saudi Arabia reaffirms support for Iraq’s security and stability

Saudi deputy foreign minister meets Ivory Coast foreign minister Niale Kaba in Riyadh

Saudi deputy foreign minister meets Ivory Coast foreign minister Niale Kaba in Riyadh

Saudi ambassador in Lebanon discusses humanitarian situation with UN official

Saudi ambassador in Lebanon discusses humanitarian situation with UN official

Saudi Film Commission announces 2027 Oscar submission rules for best international feature

Saudi Film Commission announces 2027 Oscar submission rules for best international feature

Jazan governor reviews Manar Al-Janoub College plans to advance education and training

Jazan governor reviews Manar Al-Janoub College plans to advance education and training

Absher outlines simple steps for online transfer of air rifle ownership

Absher outlines simple steps for online transfer of air rifle ownership

Saudi Arabia to cut ozone-depleting substances by 69% by mid-2026

Saudi Arabia to cut ozone-depleting substances by 69% by mid-2026

flynas expands fleet with new Airbus A320neo, reaching 68 aircraft

flynas expands fleet with new Airbus A320neo, reaching 68 aircraft

Saudi king issues royal orders reshuffling cabinet, appointing new heads for key authorities

Saudi king issues royal orders reshuffling cabinet, appointing new heads for key authorities

Asir police arrest man for hunting endangered ibex

Asir police arrest man for hunting endangered ibex

Border Guard in Tabuk detains violators of marine safety regulations

Border Guard in Tabuk detains violators of marine safety regulations

Border Guard in Jazan arrests nine Ethiopians for smuggling 200 kg of khat

Border Guard in Jazan arrests nine Ethiopians for smuggling 200 kg of khat

Three Yemeni residents arrested for illegal sand extraction in Riyadh

Three Yemeni residents arrested for illegal sand extraction in Riyadh

Saudi National Center for Meteorology reports ongoing El Niño development

Saudi National Center for Meteorology reports ongoing El Niño development

Umm Al-Qura University continues student exchange with St George’s, University of London

Umm Al-Qura University continues student exchange with St George’s, University of London

Qassim municipality prepares venue for fourth Shaqra Al-Asyah Date Festival

Qassim municipality prepares venue for fourth Shaqra Al-Asyah Date Festival

Border guards in Asir arrest three Yemenis for smuggling 60 kg of qat

Border guards in Asir arrest three Yemenis for smuggling 60 kg of qat

Environmental Security seizes citizen for transporting local firewood in Imam Faisal bin Turki Reserve

Environmental Security seizes citizen for transporting local firewood in Imam Faisal bin Turki Reserve

Forty contestants advance on day five of King Abdulaziz International Qur’an Competition

Forty contestants advance on day five of King Abdulaziz International Qur’an Competition

Uyun Al-Jawaa completes lighting project for heritage village

Uyun Al-Jawaa completes lighting project for heritage village

Baha Municipality awarded ambulance safety compliance certificate

Baha Municipality awarded ambulance safety compliance certificate

Four arrested for unlicensed hunting in Madinah region

Four arrested for unlicensed hunting in Madinah region

Haramain authority urges pilgrims to plan Umrah during off-peak hours

Haramain authority urges pilgrims to plan Umrah during off-peak hours

Civil Defense urges caution amid adverse weather in Jazan

Civil Defense urges caution amid adverse weather in Jazan

Saudi Arabia to hand over UN desertification conference presidency to Mongolia on Monday

Saudi Arabia to hand over UN desertification conference presidency to Mongolia on Monday

Saudi Food and Drug Authority launches 'Nader' program to speed up rare disease drug approvals

Saudi Food and Drug Authority launches 'Nader' program to speed up rare disease drug approvals

Border guards foil attempt to smuggle 5 kg of hashish in Asir

Border guards foil attempt to smuggle 5 kg of hashish in Asir

Turkey announces joint military drills with Saudi Arabia, Pakistan under Mecca pact

Turkey announces joint military drills with Saudi Arabia, Pakistan under Mecca pact

Bin Humaid and Al-Muhanna to deliver Friday sermons at holy mosques

Bin Humaid and Al-Muhanna to deliver Friday sermons at holy mosques

Dammam records highest temperature at 48°C, Abha lowest

Dammam records highest temperature at 48°C, Abha lowest

Jeddah Islamic Port named key hub for Gemini’s AE19, E16 shipping routes

Jeddah Islamic Port named key hub for Gemini’s AE19, E16 shipping routes

Saudi cybersecurity authority warns of HP product vulnerabilities, urges immediate updates

Saudi cybersecurity authority warns of HP product vulnerabilities, urges immediate updates

Saudi Arabia records 13 dust storm incidents on Wednesday: regional center

Saudi Arabia records 13 dust storm incidents on Wednesday: regional center

Thunderstorms and strong winds expected across Saudi Arabia on Thursday

Thunderstorms and strong winds expected across Saudi Arabia on Thursday

Hajj and Umrah Ministry conducts daily inspections to enhance pilgrim services

Hajj and Umrah Ministry conducts daily inspections to enhance pilgrim services

Saudi passport authority boosts efforts at all border crossings

Saudi passport authority boosts efforts at all border crossings

Guests of King Salman Umrah Program visit Revelation Exhibition in Makkah

Guests of King Salman Umrah Program visit Revelation Exhibition in Makkah

AI drives business growth and innovation in Saudi Arabia

AI drives business growth and innovation in Saudi Arabia

Absher tops government digital platforms in 2026 digital maturity index

Absher tops government digital platforms in 2026 digital maturity index

King Abdulaziz University signs deal to boost Saudi talent in tourism and hospitality

King Abdulaziz University signs deal to boost Saudi talent in tourism and hospitality

Al-Baha education department concludes 2026 summer programs

Al-Baha education department concludes 2026 summer programs

Food and Drug Authority oversees safety of discount store products, says food security chief

Food and Drug Authority oversees safety of discount store products, says food security chief

New Roads Authority framework to strengthen sector oversight

New Roads Authority framework to strengthen sector oversight

Rain forecast to continue in parts of Saudi Arabia through week’s end

Rain forecast to continue in parts of Saudi Arabia through week’s end