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Saudi Arabia launches nationwide awareness drive for World Sight Day and White Cane safety day | World News

A healthcare professional warmly engages a visitor at a modern exhibition booth, highlighting eye health resources. Throughout October, Saudi Arabia is spotlighting eye health and the rights of people with visual impairments by marking World Sight Day and White Cane Safety Day. These global observances serve as a platform to raise public awareness about the […]

Saudi Arabia bans tobacco shops within 500 meters of mosques and schools, imposes strict retail and licensing rules | World News

Saudi Arabia mandates tobacco retailers install CCTV, fire extinguishers, and adhere to strict ventilation and lighting safety standards/ Representative Image Saudi Arabia has rolled out a comprehensive new set of regulations targeting tobacco sales across the country. With a firm focus on public health and regulatory control, the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has banned […]

Saudi Arabia imposes fines up to SR2 million in new municipal violation rules | World News

The new rules classify municipal violations into serious and non-serious categories, with fines up to SR2 million for offenders/Representative Image Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has introduced updated executive rules to tighten control over municipal violations. The new regulations establish clear classifications for offenses, implement substantial fines, and introduce stronger enforcement mechanisms aimed […]

Saudi Arabia: King Salman orders 24-hour access to Madinah’s historic Masjid Al-Qiblatain for worshippers | World News

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman directs 24-hour access to Masjid Al-Qiblatain/ AI-generated image for illustrative purposes only From dawn till the quiet hours of the night, worshippers in Madinah can now step into Masjid Al-Qiblatain anytime they wish. On October 6, 2025, Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz […]

Saudi Arabia: Riyadh streamlines city services, swaps 16 municipal offices for 5 regional zones | World News

Madiniti service hub in Riyadh offers residents easy access to streamlined municipal services under the new reform program/Representative Image Riyadh has launched a comprehensive municipal reform that abolishes its 16 sub-municipal offices, reorganizing city governance into five geographic sectors. This strategic overhaul aims to boost efficiency, enhance service quality, and meet the capital’s rapid growth […]

Dave Chappelle jokes it’s ‘easier to talk’ in Saudi Arabia than back home in America at Riyadh Comedy Festival | World News

Dave Chappelle at Riyadh Comedy Festival/ Image: (Getty Images via The Independent) At Saudi Arabia’s first global comedy festival, Dave Chappelle used his stage time to weigh in on the volatile state of free speech in America. With irony at the heart of his performance, the comedian found a pointed contrast between speaking his mind […]

Saudi Arabia and Vietnam forge stronger investment ties with five new agreements | World News

Saudi Arabia and Vietnam signed five agreements covering construction, tourism, manufacturing, and human resource development/Image: X Saudi Arabia and Vietnam have strengthened their economic partnership by signing five investment agreements during the Saudi-Vietnamese Business Forum in Hanoi. These agreements cover diverse sectors including construction, infrastructure, advanced furniture manufacturing, tourism, and human resource development. The move […]

Saudi Arabia sets clear rules for Content Creators and Influencers: Everything you need to know about the new media guidelines | World News

Saudi Arabia’s new social media rules, balancing creativity with compliance across trending digital platforms. Saudi Arabia has introduced new content creator guidelines, aimed at regulating social media, protecting privacy, and promoting responsible digital behavior. The General Authority for Media Regulation (GAMR) announced the rules to ensure content aligns with cultural values and fosters accountability among […]

Saudi Arabia sets clear rules for Content Creators and Influencers: Everything you need to know | World News

Saudi Arabia’s new social media rules, balancing creativity with compliance across trending digital platforms/ Representative Image Saudi Arabia has introduced new content creator guidelines, aimed at regulating social media, protecting privacy, and promoting responsible digital behavior. The General Authority for Media Regulation (GAMR) announced the rules to ensure content aligns with cultural values and fosters […]

Saudi Arabia launches Riyadh University of Arts with 13 colleges, aiming for 30,000 graduates by 2040 | World News

Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh University of Arts opens in 2026, offering 13 colleges and scholarships/Representative Image In a strategic move to strengthen its creative economy, Saudi Arabia has announced the launch of the Riyadh University of Arts (RUA), a landmark cultural education institution designed to elevate artistic talent, drive job creation, and align with the Kingdom’s […]