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Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission Launches Riyadh Int’l Philosophy Conference

Culture The three-day event is organized by the Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission. SPA

Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission Launches Riyadh Int’l Philosophy Conference

The fifth edition of the Riyadh International Philosophy Conference 2025 launched on Thursday at King Fahd National Library. The three-day event is organized…

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Culture The new permanent exhibition, held at the Dadan archaeological site in AlUla, presents a wide collection of traditional crafts and customs, along with material evidence of cultural exchange between ancient civilizations. (SPA)

New Exhibition in Saudi Arabia's AlUla Highlights Ancient City of Dadan

Saudi Arabia’s AlUla is preparing to open new chapters in the history of the ancient city of Dadan, the former capital of the Kingdoms of Dadan and Lihyan,…

Culture  Workers carry out restoration work at the historical Pasha's Palace, damaged during the war, in Gaza City, November 11, 2025. (Reuters)

Gazans Race to Preserve Cultural Heritage Damaged in War

With 70,000 dead, countless injured, hundreds of thousands of people homeless and whole districts laid to waste, the task of rebuilding Gaza is almost beyond…

Culture Saudi Artisanal Company to Participate in Milan's Artigiano in Fiera

Saudi Artisanal Company to Participate in Milan's Artigiano in Fiera

The Saudi Artisanal Company, a subsidiary of the Ministry of Culture, has announced its participation in Artigiano in Fiera 2025 in Milan, Italy, running from…

Culture Saudi Arabia’s Darah, Russian Federal Archival Agency Agree to Enhance Cultural Cooperation

Saudi Arabia’s Darah, Russian Federal Archival Agency Agree to Enhance Cultural Cooperation

The King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah) signed an agreement with Russia’s Federal Archival Agency, on the sidelines of the Saudi…

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Culture The ministers sign the MoU in Riyadh. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia, India Sign MoU to Strengthen Cultural Exchange

Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan held talks on Sunday with his Indian counterpart Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, who is visiting Saudi…

Culture After its display in Dubai, the artwork will move to Dhahran for the Tanween event. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia’s Ithra Highlights Design and Culture at Dubai Design Week 2025

Saudi Arabia’s King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) participated in Dubai Design Week from November 4 to 9. The participation aligns with Ithra's…

Culture Darah Organizes 'History of Hajj and the Two Holy Mosques' Forum in Jeddah

Darah Organizes 'History of Hajj and the Two Holy Mosques' Forum in Jeddah

The King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah) is organizing the “History of Hajj and the Two Holy Mosques” forum, in cooperation with Saudi…

Culture The Crafts Market offers an interactive cultural experience that blends storytelling and education - SPA

Jazan Crafts Market Heritage Pavilion Revives Traditional Life and Culture

The Crafts Market in Jazan features an interactive heritage pavilion that narrates aspects of traditional life in the region, allowing visitors to experience…

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Culture King Saud University to Host Event on Saudi-Chinese Cultural Communication

King Saud University to Host Event on Saudi-Chinese Cultural Communication

The King Saud University's Media Department is organizing a scholarly and cultural event on Tuesday focused on the future perspective of cultural communication…

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Culture The conference's three-day cultural program includes dialogue sessions, presentations, masterclasses, and film screenings - SPA

Riyadh Hosts Final Session of Film Criticism Conference

The final session of the Film Criticism Conference, organized by the Film Commission, kicked off Friday evening in Riyadh, bringing together a distinguished…

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Culture The tents maintain historical symbolism, embodying the generosity and hospitality that have characterized Bedouin life for generations - SPA

Traditional Bedouin Tents Preserve Heritage in Saudi Arabia's Northern Borders

With the arrival of winter, traditional Bedouin tents, a quintessential symbol of Bedouin heritage, once again dot the plains and plateaus of Northern Borders…

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Culture Festivities opened with a performance by students of Dunes International School in Riyadh - SPA

Indian Culture Week Brings Color, Celebration to Families at ‘Global Harmony 2’

The Global Harmony 2 initiative on Thursday welcomed thousands of visitors and families who gathered to enjoy a rich blend of cultural and entertainment…

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Culture Saudi Arabia's participation aims to enhance its cultural presence. SPA

Saudi Pavilion Showcases Rich Cultural Heritage at Sharjah Book Fair

The Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission has inaugurated the Saudi pavilion at the Sharjah International Book Fair 2025, held at Sharjah Expo…

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Culture Prince Bader toured on Wednesday the pavilions of the biennale. SPA

Saudi Culture Minister Visits ‘Bukhara Biennale of Contemporary Art’ in Uzbekistan

Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan has visited the Bukhara Biennale of Contemporary Art, being held in Uzbekistan as part of his…

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Culture Visitors attend the "Frida Kahlo: Masterpieces from the Museo Dolores Olmedo, Mexico City" exhibition at the Hungarian National Gallery in Budapest, Hungary, August 2, 2018. Picture taken August 2, 2018. (Reuters)

Frida Kahlo Portrait Could Sell for $60 Million and Shatter Records at Sotheby’s

Frida Kahlo’s face is one of the best known in art, thanks to her bold and challenging self-portraits. A lesser-seen self-depiction by the Mexican…

Culture Saudi Cultural Development Fund Sponsors Leadership Initiatives at Biban Forum

Saudi Cultural Development Fund Sponsors Leadership Initiatives at Biban Forum

The Saudi Cultural Development Fund (CDF) announced its participation in the Biban Forum 2025, organized by the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority …

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Culture The golden funerary mask of ancient Egyptian King Tutankhamun is displayed inside the Tutankhamun Gallery at the Egyptian Grand Museum near the Giza pyramids in Cairo on November 4, 2025. (AFP)

King Tut’s Collection Displayed for First Time at Egypt’s Grand Museum 

Thousands of visitors streamed through the Grand Egyptian Museum on Tuesday as almost the entire collection of King Tutankhamun's treasures -- over 4,500…

Culture A yodel group sings at a Swiss festival in 2016. (AFP/Getty Images) 

Shout-Out for Yodeling? Swiss Seek Recognition from UN Cultural Agency as Tradition Turns Modern 

Yodel-ay-hee ... what?! Those famed yodeling calls that for centuries have echoed through the Alps, and more recently have morphed into popular song and folk…

Culture Featuring over 70 artists and more than 150 artworks, the exhibition showcases the region's cultural trajectory during a pivotal historical phase. (SPA)

Misk Art Institute Unveils 'Art Across the Arabian Gulf' Exhibition in Riyadh

The Misk Art Institute, part of the Mohammed bin Salman Foundation (Misk Foundation), will launch the “Art Across the Arabian Gulf” exhibition at the Prince…

Culture The program combines inspiration, discovery, and hands-on practice under the guidance of international curators who will provide mentorship and technical supervision to develop prototypes in fashion design, graphic design, and product design. (SPA)

‘AlUla Designathon’ Blends Creativity, Heritage, Desert Inspiration

Saudi Arabia’s AlUla is launching a pioneering initiative celebrating the creative dialogue between heritage and contemporary design through “AlUla Designathon…

Culture Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan attends the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand on Tuesday. (SPA)

Saudi Culture Minister Attends UNESCO’s 43rd General Conference in Uzbekistan

Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan attended on Tuesday the 43rd session of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural…

Culture A camel herder feeds his camels at the annual cattle fair in Pushkar, in the western Indian state of Rajasthan, Monday, Oct. 27, 2025. (AP)

Camel Fair in India’s Desert Town of Pushkar Draws Traders and Tourists 

India's desert town of Pushkar, nestled in the arid plains of Rajasthan, has transformed into a vibrant festival ground as hundreds of camels, draped in…

Culture The Diriyah Biennale Foundation announced that Fatma Abdulhadi will present a new work at the 14th Taipei Biennial 2025. (SPA)

'Diriyah Biennale' Supports New Work by Fatma Abdulhadi, Presented at 14th Taipei Biennial 2025

The Diriyah Biennale Foundation announced that Fatma Abdulhadi will present a new work at the 14th Taipei Biennial 2025. The production of the work was partly…

Culture The route features 10 archaeological sites associated with the Hajj journey throughout history - SPA

Historic Jeddah to Showcase Cultural Heritage at World Travel Market in London

Historic Jeddah is renewing its presence at the World Travel Market in London from November 4 to 6, one of the world’s leading tourism and travel events,…

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Culture Saudi Culture Ministry Launches Policy to Integrate Cultural Activities into Healthcare Facilities

Saudi Culture Ministry Launches Policy to Integrate Cultural Activities into Healthcare Facilities

The Saudi Ministry of Culture has launched a new policy to promote culture in health, demonstrating its commitment to fostering collaboration among the culture…

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Culture The initiative aims to showcase the lives of residents in the Kingdom - SPA

Riyadh Hosts Indian Culture Week as Part of 'Global Harmony 2' Initiative

The Ministry of Media launched the second edition of the "Global Harmony 2" initiative yesterday evening. This initiative is part of the Quality of Life…

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Culture Tourists visit the Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza, Egypt, Friday, May 23, 2025. (AP Photo/Amr Nabil)

Netherlands to Return 3,500-year-old Sculpture to Egypt

The Netherlands will return a 3,500-year-old sculpture that turned up at a Dutch art fair to Egypt, Prime Minister Dick Schoof said on Sunday during a visit to…

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Culture Red Sea Film Festival Announces 40 Entries for 2025 Souk Project Market

Red Sea Film Festival Announces 40 Entries for 2025 Souk Project Market

The Red Sea International Film Festival has announced 40 film and television projects selected for its Souk Project Market 2025, reinforcing its position as a…

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