Saudi Arabia unveils ‘Colour Your Summer’ program, targeting 41 million visitors
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Saudi Arabia's tourism sector is poised for an unprecedented summer season, with the official launch of...
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Hollywood stars condemn Gaza ‘genocide’ on eve of Cannes Festival
Cannes, France - More than 350 figures from the cinema world including Hollywood stars Richard Gere and Susan Sarandon condemned...
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Riyadh to host 45th session of UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Saudi Arabia is hosting the extended 45th session of UNESCO's World Heritage Committee from September 10...
- This session anticipates the participation of 3,000 individuals representing 21 member states of the World Heritage Committee.
- Minister of Culture and Chairman of the Saudi National Commission for Education, Culture, and Science, Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan will attend the meeting.
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WTA Finals to be held in Mexico, says sports body
NEW YORK, US - Cancun will host the WTA Finals October 29-November 5, the WTA announced on Thursday. The Mexican resort...
- The prestigious year-end finale features the top eight singles players and doubles players in the WTA's Race to the WTA Finals.
- The tournament returns to Mexico for the second time in three years, after Guadalajara hosted in 2021.
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Demarai Gray quits Everton to join Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ettifaq
London, United Kingdom - Demarai Gray has left Everton for Al-Ettifaq ahead of Thursday's transfer deadline in the Saudi Pro League.The...
- The 27-year-old forward is the latest Premier League player to head to the Gulf nation, joining former Liverpool midfielder Jordan Henderson at Al-Ettifaq.
- The Jamaica international said that he would be "forever proud" to have played for Everton, who are in the relegation zone after a poor start to the season.
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‘Sharjah solidifies its global cultural hub status’
"The Sharjah International Book Fair has established itself as an exemplary Arab accomplishment, and we are elevating its role to...
- Sharjah is solidifying its status as a global cultural hub and serves as a reliable destination for all those seeking to discover Arab culture
- Sharjah International Book Fair has established itself as an exemplary Arab accomplishment, and the emirate is elevating its role to enrich global culture
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Israel showcases Roman era weapons
Four Roman-era swords and a javelin were discovered inside a cave in the Judean desert, where they had been preserved...
- The archaeologists said the ancient weapons were believed to have been used during the Bar Kokhba revolt of Jews against the Romans in the second century.
- "It's a very unique and important discovery, which is unprecedented in Israel," Eitan Klein, director of Israel Antiquities Authority, told journalists at an event.
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Gulf Federation for Electronic Sports formed, will develop regional talent
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - The Gulf Federation for Electronic Sports was established Thursday on the sidelines of the Next World...
- A total of 14 MoUs and agreements were signed at the Next World Forum, an event in Riyadh that brings together leaders and experts of the gaming and e-sports.
- The agreements included aspects related to federations, sponsorships, proposed values, and education.
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Saudi hosts AlUla Desert Blaze, the toughest run in GCC region
AlUla, Saudi Arabia -- AlUla Desert Blaze, a unique running challenge, which kicked off on Saturday and saw participation of nearly 200 male and female...
- The run, which kicked off Saturday, saw participation of nearly 200 male and female runners from 39 countries.
- The participants faced the toughest challenges amid scorching summer heat, enduring temperatures reaching up to 43 degrees Celsius.
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UAE’s Olympic tapestry woven by pillars of progress
"It' time to promote the Olympic Movement's core values in close collaboration with national sports organizations and key authorities. The...
- Sheikh Ahmed commends the efforts of past Presidents of the National Olympic Committee
- New NOC Board members have been elected and tasked with raising UAE's sporting standards
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Space Economy: Saudi Arabia targets stars and beyond
From the establishment of the Saudi Space Authority to Serco Middle East's new space division in Riyadh, the Kingdom is...
- From the establishment of the Saudi Space Authority to Serco Middle East's new space division in Riyadh, the Kingdom is making significant strides in the space sector
- With challenges ahead, the nation's goal is to localize knowledge, foster capabilities, and create a sustainable space ecosystem to secure key position in space economy
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Cinematic revolution helps KSA realize cultural dreams
Saudi Arabia, shedding its conservative past, has ushered in a vibrant art and cinema era, with its box office revenue...
- Saudi Arabia, shedding its conservative past, has ushered in a vibrant art and cinema era, with its box office revenue soaring to $250 million in 2022
- "Movie Cinema" plans a $160m cinematic content investment over five years, symbolizing Saudi Arabia's evolving identity and cinematic aspirations
Saudi Arabia unveils ‘Colour Your Summer’ program, targeting 41 million visitors
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Saudi Arabia's tourism sector is poised for an unprecedented summer season, with the official launch of...
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Jill Biden writes children’s book about ‘First Feline’ Willow
Washington, United States - The Bidens' dogs grabbed headlines with their bad behavior, but "First Feline" Willow is getting a book...
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Beyonce album highlights the Black women changing country music
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SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi wins Guinness World Records
ABU DHABI, UAE – SeaWorld Yas Island - the region’s first Marine Life Theme Park here -, has won a...
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Hotel Dar Tantora is inspired by Saudi’s AlUla ancient mudbrick buildings
ALULA, SAUDI ARABIA – Situated in the heart of Old Town here, Dar Tantora Hotel offers guests a chance to...
- AlUla’s Old Town, with its origins going back over 700 years, prospered along the renowned incense trade route.
- With over 900 traditional mudbrick homes, the Old Town stands as a testament to the Kingdom’s enduring cultural heritage.
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World’s only Dragon Ball theme park launched in Saudi Arabia’s Qiddiya City
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – The Board of Directors of the Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) revealed on Sunday the launch of...
- Nestled within Qiddiya City, just 40 minutes from Riyadh, this never-seen-before anime theme park is set to become a spectacle.
- Inspired by the seven legendary Dragon Balls, visitors can navigate seven distinctively themed zones within the park.
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‘Cultural initiatives key to nation’s advancement’
"Poetry holds a distinguished position among literary arts, especially within the Arabic language. As the foundational literary form in Arabic,...
- UAE’s Minister of Culture highlights the significance of cultural endeavors and poetry in social and individual advancement.
- World Poetry Day celebration emphasizes the foundational role of poetry in Arabic heritage and language, adds Sheikh Salem.