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Saudi star sets record: Al Dawsari becomes Saudi Arabia’s two-time AFC player of the year | World News

Salem Al Dawsari makes history as the first Saudi to win AFC Player of the Year twice, inspiring Asia / Image Credit: Saudi Professional League Association (SPL) Salem Al Dawsari, Saudi Arabia’s football superstar, captured hearts across Asia at the AFC Awards 2025 in Riyadh on October 16, where he was named AFC Player of […]

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 Crown Prince launches mega ‘King Salman Gate’ multi-purpose project next to Grand Mosque in Makkah | World News

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announces mega project ‘King Salman Gate’ in Makkah. Image: AI Representative Image Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman recently unveiled one of the biggest development projects in Makkah – the King Salman Gate. As per Saudi Gazette, this stunning new addition situated next to the Grand Mosque, spans […]

Saudi Arabia’s FIFA World Cup 2026 spot confirmed after nail-biting draw with Iraq | Saudi Football News

Saudi Arabia secures a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Iraq. Image X Saudi Arabia has clinched their spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a nail-biting 0-0 draw against Iraq in Jeddah, marking a historic moment for the Green Falcons. Deep into injury time with the score locked at 0-0, […]

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 […]

Who is Omar Yaghi? Meet first Saudi national to win Nobel Prize | World News

Born in 1965 in Amman to a refugee family, Omar Yaghi grew up modestly in a single room shared with his parents, eight siblings, and a few cattle/ Image: Argaam From a one-room home in Amman to the global stage of the Nobel Prize, Omar Yaghi’s journey is more than a scientific triumph — it […]

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 […]