Riyadh Metro Welcomes 100 Millionth Rider in Under 9 Months

Riyadh Metro welcomes 100 millionth rider in under 9 months (SPA)
Riyadh Metro welcomes 100 millionth rider in under 9 months (SPA)
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Riyadh Metro Welcomes 100 Millionth Rider in Under 9 Months

Riyadh Metro welcomes 100 millionth rider in under 9 months (SPA)
Riyadh Metro welcomes 100 millionth rider in under 9 months (SPA)

The Riyadh Metro, overseen by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC), officially welcomed its 100 millionth passenger, less than nine months after the launch of the network in early December 2024.

Riyadh Metro’s Blue Line, which runs along the Olaya-Batha axis, has seen the highest ridership, with around 46.5 million passengers to date. The Red Line along King Abdullah Road follows with 17 million riders, while the Orange Line on Al Madinah Al Munawwarah road recorded 12 million. The remaining three lines have collectively served around 24.5 million passengers.

Since operations began, the metro has maintained a 99.78% on-time performance rate, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuedsay.

Some of the network’s busiest stations included Qasr Al Hokm, KAFD, stc, and the National Museum interchange stations, collectively accounting for over 29% of total ridership.

The Riyadh Metro is seamlessly integrated with an extensive bus network, including on-demand bus services and public transport parking facilities, offering a smooth and accessible journey for commuters from the moment they leave their homes to their final destinations.

The integrated system enhances mobility within the capital and provides diverse options for both residents and visitors alike, further reinforcing the role of public transport as a modern, urban, and sustainable choice.



Turaif Governorate Adorned in Green in Preparation for Saudi National Day

The governorate is also hosting a diverse array of national, cultural, and artistic events - SPA
The governorate is also hosting a diverse array of national, cultural, and artistic events - SPA
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Turaif Governorate Adorned in Green in Preparation for Saudi National Day

The governorate is also hosting a diverse array of national, cultural, and artistic events - SPA
The governorate is also hosting a diverse array of national, cultural, and artistic events - SPA

Turaif Governorate in Northern Borders Region has been adorned in green in preparation for Saudi National Day.

The municipality showcased its preparations by decorating the streets with flags and green lighting, SPA reported.

The governorate is also hosting a diverse array of national, cultural, and artistic events, combining patriotic performances and entertainment programs with activities tailored for families and children.


Green Riyadh Launches Tree-Planting and Cleanup Campaign

File photo of the Saudi capital Riyadh - File/AAWSAT
File photo of the Saudi capital Riyadh - File/AAWSAT
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Green Riyadh Launches Tree-Planting and Cleanup Campaign

File photo of the Saudi capital Riyadh - File/AAWSAT
File photo of the Saudi capital Riyadh - File/AAWSAT

Green Riyadh, one of the programs overseen by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City, has launched a tree-planting and cleanup campaign at Shuaib Umm Qasr to coincide with Saudi National Day celebrations, the Saudi Press Agency said Sunday.

The campaign will be held on September 23 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is open to male and female volunteers from all segments of society. Participants will receive volunteer certificates in recognition of their active contributions to environmental service.

The initiative aims to attract volunteers to participate in tree planting and cleanup activities, thereby promoting community engagement and a culture of volunteerism while supporting national efforts to protect the environment and achieve sustainability.


82-year-old Dies after Beach Fight in Greece over Sun Lounger

Tourists from a nearby hotel watch military helicopters fly overhead during Medusa 15, a joint military exercise led by Greece and Egypt, at Maleme on the Greek island of Crete, Friday, Sept. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis)
Tourists from a nearby hotel watch military helicopters fly overhead during Medusa 15, a joint military exercise led by Greece and Egypt, at Maleme on the Greek island of Crete, Friday, Sept. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis)
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82-year-old Dies after Beach Fight in Greece over Sun Lounger

Tourists from a nearby hotel watch military helicopters fly overhead during Medusa 15, a joint military exercise led by Greece and Egypt, at Maleme on the Greek island of Crete, Friday, Sept. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis)
Tourists from a nearby hotel watch military helicopters fly overhead during Medusa 15, a joint military exercise led by Greece and Egypt, at Maleme on the Greek island of Crete, Friday, Sept. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis)

An 82-year-old man died Sunday after he got into a fight over a sun lounger on a beach in Greece near Athens, local media reported.

The octogenarian had a dispute with a 76-year-old man and a 21-year-old woman over the sun lounger, with the argument degenerating into a scuffle between the two men, according to police, the ANA news agency and ERT state television channel reported.

The 82-year-old, badly hurt, was transported to hospital from the Vouliagmeni beach resort area where the argument broke out. He was later declared dead at the hospital, AFP said.

Both the 76-year-old man and the 21-year-old woman were arrested, ANA said, with police investigating what happened.