[ad_1] Saudi Arabia early Tuesday bombed the Yemeni port city of Mukalla, saying it was targeting a shipment of weapons that had arrived from the United Arab Emirates for a separatist group. The strike marked a sharp rise in tensions between Saudi Arabia and the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC). It also added strain to […]
[ad_1] The ministry said several pilgrims reached Saudi Arabia without secured lodging, despite accommodation being clearly documented in approved Umrah contracts Saudi authorities have suspended an Umrah company and its foreign agent after pilgrims arrived in the Kingdom without the accommodation promised in their approved travel programmes. The action, announced by the Ministry of Hajj […]
[ad_1] Haram security officer Rayan bin Saeed Al-Asiri is recovering in hospital after being hurt during the intervention/ Image: X Inside the Haramain @insharifain The identity of the security officer injured while intervening in a suicide attempt at the Grand Mosque in Makkah has now been revealed, as Saudi authorities confirmed he is recovering after […]
[ad_1] Saudi authorities said a security officer suffered fractures while stopping a man who jumped at the Grand Mosque in Makkah/ Screengrab X A man was injured after jumping from the upper levels of the Grand Mosque in Makkah on Thursday, December 25, prompting an immediate response from security personnel stationed at the holy site, […]
[ad_1] Saudi Arabia unveils ESG-aligned Halal Mark Track, enhancing trust, sustainability, and global halal market growth/Image: SPA The Saudi Halal Centre has introduced a new Halal Mark Track to strengthen the Kingdom’s role in the global halal market. By combining halal certification with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards, the initiative aims to build more […]
[ad_1] Saudi rolls out White Land fees, heavy penalties / Image: Files The landscape of Saudi Arabia’s real estate market is undergoing a seismic shift. The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing (MOMAH) recently launched a new draft regulation outlining strict violations and heavy fines for the “White Land and Vacant Property Tax” system. Currently out […]
[ad_1] Christmas in Saudi Arabia moved from private gatherings to mall celebrations under Vision 2030/Representative Image Christmas in Saudi Arabia has quietly transformed over the years. Once a private, low-key celebration confined to expatriate homes, the festival is now gradually appearing in public spaces, from decorated malls to themed events. This shift reflects the Kingdom’s […]
[ad_1] Saudi Arabia proposes up to five years jail and SR10 million fine for banned pesticides/Representative Image Saudi Arabia is taking a firmer stance against banned and counterfeit pesticides, with a draft regulation proposing jail terms, hefty fines, and strict enforcement measures. The new rules aim to protect public health, the environment, and agriculture, while […]
[ad_1] Saudi Arabia will experience rainfall across key regions until 31 December, with temperatures dropping sharply nationwide/Representative Image A stretch of unsettled weather is expected across Saudi Arabia as the National Centre for Meteorology signals rainfall in several regions over the final days of December, alongside a noticeable shift into winter conditions across much of […]
[ad_1] Cristiano Ronaldo’s life in Saudi Arabia, from tax-free millions to private jets and club ownership / Image: File When Cristiano Ronaldo touched down in Riyadh, he didn’t just join a football club; he launched a sovereign-scale enterprise. While most athletes negotiate for better salaries, Ronaldo negotiated for a lifestyle that rivals small nations. Following […]
