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Defense Ministry launches career transition program for military personnel approaching retirement

December 19, 2025

The shipment was declared as “dining tables” and was inspected through customs procedures using security screening technologies and live detection methods.

December 19, 2025

According to the 2025 GovTech Maturity Index findings, Saudi Arabia excelled across all the report’s indices, placing it in the “very advanced” category with an overall score of 99.64 percent.

December 18, 2025

By Sultan Al-Saad Al-Qahtani

Before President Donald Trump’s plane even touched down in Riyadh, the world stood at a decisive crossroads—caught...

By Dr. Sami Alrashidi

The premise that legal modernization requires dramatic reform is both overstated and misread. In many cases, the more...

By Manar Al Mahmood

“My preference will always be for peace and partnership,” US President Donald Trump affirmed in Riyadh during the first...

By Firas Tarabulsi

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman’s recent visit to Washington was not an event that fits within...

By Salah Alghaydan*

In 2010, I was living in the United States for my studies, surrounded by people who welcomed me with a kindness I will never...

The islands host over 180 species of plants and more than 200 species of birds, alongside mangrove forests that support unique biodiversity. (SPA)

Bayada Island is ideal for diving, snorkeling, swimming, kayaking, and water skiing. (SPA)

Taif emerges as a sanctuary for Arabian horse heritage

Al-Daqal Castle: A timeless sentinel in the mountains of Abha

Hadiyah Castle served pilgrims as a key stop and water source

Al Qabil Village: An oasis of ancient palms and historic mud homes in Najran

PIF announces “Wadi Al Disah Development Project” in Mohammed bin Salman Natural Reserve

New female chiefs ready to take up roles beyond women’s affairs

Expat wins first prize in
Qur'an memorization contest

Information about Yoga by Nouf Marwaai — First Certified Yoga Instructor — Part 2

Information about Yoga by Nouf Marwaai — First Certified Yoga Instructor — Part 1

Google to pay Texas $1.4 billion to settle claims over unauthorized data collection

Former US congressman George Santos sentenced to over 7 years for fraud and identity theft

Death toll from Typhoon Trami rises to 81 in the Philippines as relief efforts ramp up

The statement quoted the newly assigned prime minister as saying, during a reception of the UN representative in Iraq, Jeanine Plasschaert, that his manifesto focuses on utility issues and combating corruption.

Rescuers find 10 more survivors of sunken boat in Indonesia

Saudi Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for Protocol Affairs Abdulmajeed Al-Smari and Indian Ambassador Dr. Suhel Ajaz Khan during the signing ceremony in Riyadh on Wednesday.

December 18, 2025

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December 15, 2025

All schools will shift to remote learning as a precautionary measure due to expected adverse weather conditions, based on reports from the National Center for Meteorology and in the interest of ensuring the safety of students and staff.

December 14, 2025

More than two million turkeys have been culled in the US since late August due to avian flu

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Defense Ministry launches career transition program for military personnel approaching retirement

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Saudi Arabia's team at the Olympics

PIF announces “Wadi Al Disah Development Project” in Mohammed bin Salman Natural Reserve

New female chiefs ready to take up roles beyond women’s affairs

Expat wins first prize in Qur'an memorization contest

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Former US congressman George Santos sentenced to over 7 years for fraud and identity theft

Death toll from Typhoon Trami rises to 81 in the Philippines as relief efforts ramp up

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EU agree $105bn loan for Ukraine but without using Russian assets

TikTok owner signs agreements to avoid US ban

Australia announces gun buyback scheme in wake of Bondi attack

US strikes 2 more boats in the Pacific Ocean, killing 5

Violence breaks out in Bangladesh after death of youth protest leader

Suspect in Brown University and MIT shootings found dead

Bangladesh newspaper staff recall 'gasping for air' as offices set ablaze

UK names Christian Turner as ambassador to US, replacing Peter Mandelson

Cambodia counts the cost of its border war with Thailand

Ex-Nascar driver and his family among seven killed in US plane crash

Three arrested for allegedly burning wild elephant in Sri Lanka

AlUla Development Company appoints John Pagano as managing director

HONOR unveils HONOR Magic8 Pro in Saudi Arabia with a flagship launch event at The Arena, Riyadh

stc group subsidiary center3 and HUMAIN announce JV partnership to develop data centers supporting up to 1 GW of AI workloads in Saudi Arabia

Starbucks opens first Sign Language Stores in Saudi Arabia with Liajlehum, advancing inclusion and opportunity

Al Salama Hospital expands partnership with Elevatus for three years to advance healthcare recruiting

Sahm Capital hosts its first investment summit in Riyadh, spotlighting vision 2030 and shifting global markets

Saudi Arabia, India agree on mutual short-stay visa exemption

Absher carries out over 38 million electronic transactions in November

Riyadh schools suspend in-person classes Monday due to weather alert

Saudi Arabia U-23 lift Gulf Cup title with win over Iraq

Saudi Arabia complete preparations for Jordan clash in Arab Cup semifinals

Al Qadsiah part ways with head coach Michel Gonzalez

Saudi Arabia exit Arab Cup after semi-final loss to Jordan

Al Qadsiah appoint Brendan Rodgers as head coach in landmark move

Mohamed Salah says Liverpool have “thrown him under the bus” as relationship with Slot collapses

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Saudi Arabia advance to Arab Cup quarterfinals with 3-1 win over Comoros

Saudi Arabia drawn with Spain, Uruguay and Cape Verde in 2026 World Cup Group H

Abu Omar secures spot at Team Falcons x Fatal Fury: Road to Pro tournament

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