Omar al-Badwi
Culture The logo of the extended 45th session of the World Heritage Committee (Media Center)

Riyadh Meeting Expected to Include 50 Sites on World Heritage List

The extended 45th session of UNESCO's World Heritage Committee will take place in Riyadh between September 10 and 25 and is expected to include several new…

Omar al-Badwi (Riyadh)
Varieties Mohammed Bin Dayel and Nada  Al-Tuwaijri during the signing of
the MoU at the Saudi Cultural Development Fund's headquarters, in Riyadh. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia to Launch Investment Funds in Music, Film Industries

The Saudi Cultural Development Fund has announced a collaboration with Merwas for Audiovisual Production, to enrich and develop the cultural content, establish…

Omar al-Badwi (Riyadh)
Culture A rare manuscript preserved on the shelf of one of the libraries in Saudi Arabia (Saudi Libraries Authority)

Saudi Initiative Digitizes Rare Manuscripts, A Treasure for Arab Enthusiasts

A rare copy of the holy Quran dating back to the 13th century of the Islamic calendar is adorned with intricate decorations and gilded pages, totaling over 300…

Omar al-Badwi (Riyadh)
Business Saudi Arabia’s progress in international indicators reflects the level of ambition and dedication it places on innovation (SPA)

Innovation: Saudi Arabia’s Choice for the Journey of the Future

Adopting science, technology, and innovation is no longer merely an option for governments and societies. It has become a developmental priority and a security…

Omar al-Badwi (Riyadh)
Business Saudi Arabia launched an award to encourage innovation in the military industries. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Saudi Arabia Launches Innovation Award for Military Industries

Saudi Arabia has launched an award to encourage innovation in the military industries, support a promising national industrial stage, create innovative…

Omar al-Badwi (Riyadh)
Varieties The astronauts, aboard the Falcon 9 Rocket, head towards the International Space Station. (Saudi Space Authority)

Saudi Astronauts Embark on Scientific Mission at ISS

The long-awaited moment has arrived for Saudi Arabia’s inaugural scientific expedition into space following a 16-hour journey since the triumphant launch of…

Omar al-Badwi (Riyadh)
Varieties The film sector in Saudi Arabia is witnessing an unprecedented stage of support and development. (The Cultural Development Fund)

Saudi Arabia Allocates SAR 300 Million for Investments in Film Industry

The Saudi Cultural Development Fund (CDF) revealed a new investment program in the film sector at a value of 300 million Saudi riyals (about $80 million), and…

Omar al-Badwi (Riyadh)
Gulf Saudi Arabia Resumes Flights with Iraq

Saudi Arabia Resumes Flights with Iraq

Saudi Arabia received the first of two flights from Iraq, marking the resumption of direct flights between the two countries. The Flynas flight, carrying…

Omar al-Badwi (Riyadh)