Historic first: Saudi Arabia appoints Dr. Munira Al-Mahashir as Eastern Province’s first female Director of Education | World News

Saudi Arabia Appoints First Woman to Lead Education in Eastern Province Minister of Education Yousef Al-Benyan has issued a decision appointing Dr. Munira bint Badr Al-Mahashir as Director General of Education for the Eastern Province, a move that marks the first time a woman has held this senior regional post. Who is Dr. Munira Al-Mahashir? […]

No more rent hikes: Saudi Arabia freezes rent in Riyadh for 5 years; Key rules explained | World News

Saudi Arabia enforces five-year rent freeze in Riyadh to stabilize prices and protect tenant rights/Representative Image Saudi Arabia has introduced comprehensive rental market regulations in Riyadh aimed at stabilizing soaring rent prices and ensuring fairness between landlords and tenants. Following directives from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the new rules include a five-year freeze on […]

FlyDubai flight from UAE to Tel Aviv diverts to Saudi Arabia after passenger suffers stroke mid flight | World News

FlyDubai flight from UAE to Tel Aviv diverted to Riyadh after an Israeli passenger suffered a stroke mid-air/Image: FlyDubai A FlyDubai flight en route from Dubai to Tel Aviv made an unscheduled emergency landing in Riyadh on September 24, 2025, after an Israeli passenger suffered a stroke mid-air. The incident prompted swift cooperation between FlyDubai’s […]

Saudi Arabia signs game-changing deal to launch flying cars and air taxis | World News

Saudi Arabia to deploy air taxis, signed the MoU with EHang, Front End and Cluster2 Saudi Arabia is preparing to take its futuristic mobility plans to the skies. In a landmark move, two Saudi firms — Front End and Cluster 2 Airports have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Chinese eVTOL maker EHang to […]

Saudi Arabia enables online Air Rifle Ownership Transfers via official government portal, Absher | World News

The new Absher service lets users transfer air rifle ownership remotely, eliminating in-person visits to weapons shops or government offices/ Image:X @Absher In a significant step towards simplifying firearms regulation and advancing digital governance, Saudi Arabia has introduced an online service enabling the transfer of air rifle ownership through the Absher platform. The service removes […]

Saudi Arabia mass crackdown: Over 21,000 arrested in just one week for residency, border and labor violations | World News

Saudi authorities deported 13,375 individuals and referred over 25,000 to their embassies for travel documents during the week-long crackdown/ Representative Image In a sweeping nationwide operation, Saudi Arabia has arrested more than 21,000 individuals in just seven days for violating residency, border, and labor laws. The Ministry of Interior announced a series of decisive enforcement […]

Saudi Arabia issues new packaging rules for fruits and vegetables: What suppliers and vendors must know | World News

All packaged fruits and vegetables in Saudi markets must now display labels with product name, net weight, origin, and producer details/ Representative Image Saudi Arabia has announced strict new regulations for the packaging and labelling of fruits and vegetables sold in local markets, reinforcing national efforts to ensure food safety, enhance environmental sustainability, and align […]

Saudi Arabia to host fifth annual Hajj conference & exhibition in Jeddah under King Salman’s patronage | World News

The Hajj Conference in Jeddah will feature 260 exhibitors, 80 sessions, and 60 workshops globally/Representative Image Under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Jeddah will host the fifth annual Hajj Conference & Exhibition from November 9 to 12. Organized by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah […]

Thinking of buying a car in Saudi Arabia as an expat? How to register, eligibility, documents: All you need to know | World News

Expats in Saudi Arabia must have a valid Iqama, driver’s license, insurance, and complete registration to legally own a car/ Representative Image For many expatriates in Saudi Arabia, owning a car isn’t just a convenience, it’s a practical necessity. Whether it’s for daily commutes, weekend getaways, or simply navigating the vast cities, having your own […]

Saudi Arabia declares September 23 a public holiday for 95th National Day | World News

Saudi Arabia declared September 23 a public holiday to celebrate its 95th National Day nationwide/Representative Image Saudi Arabia has officially declared Tuesday, September 23, 2025, a public holiday to commemorate the country’s 95th National Day. This annual observance not only marks the unification of the Kingdom in 1932 but also reflects national pride, cultural identity, […]