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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 […]

Must watch: How this humorous Saudi tourism ad is winning hearts and breaking stereotypes on the internet | World News

Saudi Arabia’s National Day ad highlights the kingdom’s rich culture and vibrant modern life/Image: Instagram Saudi Arabia’s latest National Day advertisement is capturing attention worldwide by challenging long-held stereotypes and inviting viewers to discover the kingdom’s rich culture, varied landscapes, and vibrant modern life. Through humor and vivid storytelling, the ad presents a fresh perspective […]

Saudi law conference returns for seventh edition with focus on legal challenges in the digital age | World News

The seventh Saudi Law Conference will explore AI, digital law, and sustainability reforms under Vision 2030/Representative Image Legal professionals, scholars, and technology experts will gather in Riyadh on September 28–29, 2025, for the seventh Saudi Law Conference, which will examine how legal systems must evolve to respond to the growing influence of artificial intelligence, digital […]

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 […]

What is Saudi Arabia’s Gifted Residency? How to qualify for the Green Card: All you need to know | World News

Saudi’s commitment to welcoming global talent through initiatives like the Premium Residency program. This program, including the “Gifted Residency,” offers exceptional individuals in arts, culture, and sports the unique opportunity to live and work in the Kingdom without the need for a sponsor, paving the way for a vibrant and diverse future. Saudi Arabia’s Premium […]

Saudi Customs seizes over 261,000 Amphetamine pills and nearly 10 kg of Meth in four smuggling busts | World News

Smugglers concealed over 261,000 amphetamine pills and nearly 10 kilograms of methamphetamine inside furniture, luggage, and truck cavities/ Image: Saudi Gazette Saudi Customs, under the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA), announced on September 19, 2025, the interception of four major smuggling attempts involving over 261,000 amphetamine pills and nearly 10 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine […]