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Sheikh Abdullatif Al-Sheikh
Al-Sheikh: Ban on use of external loudspeakers by mosques during prayers will continue in Ramadan
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Minister of Islamic Affairs Call and Guidance Sheikh Abdullatif Al-Sheikh confirmed that the use of external loudspeakers by mosques will not be permitted during prayers throughout the holy month of Ramadan. The minister clarified that use of external loudspeakers will be limited to the call to prayer (Adhan) and the iqama (the second call to prayer) only. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance issued on Tuesday a circular consisting a set of instructions and guidelines for preparation of mosques during the month of Ramadan. The circular emphasized adherence to the Adhan times according to the Umm al-Qura calendar and the call to prayer for Isha (night prayer) at the designated time, while also observing the duration of the iqama after...
January 21, 2026

Al-Sheikh: Ban on use of external loudspeakers by mosques during prayers will continue in Ramadan

The Riyadh Infrastructure Projects Center (RIPC) has confirmed that the complete implementation of all home connections to basic infrastructure networks is a fundamental requirement for obtaining approval for new residential plans in Riyadh.
Completion of infrastructure is a prerequisite for approving residential plans in Riyadh
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Riyadh Infrastructure Projects Center (RIPC) has confirmed that the complete implementation of all home connections to basic infrastructure networks is a fundamental requirement for obtaining approval for new residential plans in Riyadh. This is stipulated in the "Home Connections Guide," which the center adopted as a cornerstone of the Residential Plans Readiness Initiative, recently announced under the "Usul" program. The RIPC explained that the Home Connections Guide is a comprehensive reference aimed at ensuring the readiness of all new plans through a complete, reliable, and expandable infrastructure. It also defines obligations and standardizes home connection implementation procedures in accordance with technical standards, approved materials, and...
January 21, 2026

Completion of infrastructure is a prerequisite for approving residential plans in Riyadh

4 women among 6 expats arrested for prostitution in Tabuk
Saudi Gazette reportTABUK — Tabuk police arrested six expatriates for their involvement in prostitution.A video posted by the Ministry of Interior on its Snapchat account showed the arrest of two men and four women engaged in prostitution in an apartment. The arrests were made in a security operation carried out by Tabuk police in coordination with the General Directorate for Community Security and Combating Human Trafficking. The arrested suspects were referred to the Public Prosecution after taking the necessary legal measures.
January 21, 2026

4 women among 6 expats arrested for prostitution in Tabuk

Turaif governorate in the Northern Borders Region recorded the lowest temperature in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, plunging to -3°C.
Turaif records Saudi Arabia’s lowest temperature at -3°C
Saudi Gazette reportTURAIF — Turaif governorate in the Northern Borders Region recorded the lowest temperature in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, plunging to -3°C, according to the National Center for Meteorology (NCM). Frost blanketed the area this morning, highlighting the intensity of the winter cold spell currently affecting the governorate. Other parts of the Northern Borders Region also experienced a significant drop in temperatures this morning, resulting in frost and ice formation overnight and during the early morning hours, particularly in open areas. According to the NCM, temperatures in Arar may drop to around -3°C due to a cold air mass affecting the area. The NCM had previously issued warnings about the cold wave affecting Turaif and other parts of the Northern Borders Region....
January 21, 2026

Turaif records Saudi Arabia’s lowest temperature at -3°C

Accumulation of frost on rooftops in Rafha Governorate on Wednesday.
Northern Saudi cities record coldest temperatures of winter as mercury drops to –3°C
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Northern cities of the Kingdom experienced a sharp drop in temperatures on Wednesday, marking the coldest conditions recorded so far this winter, according to the National Center for Meteorology (NCM). NCM spokesperson Hussain Al-Qahtani said Turaif recorded the lowest temperature at minus 3 degrees Celsius, followed by Qurayyat at minus 2 degrees. He also shared footage on his official X account showing frost accumulating on rooftops in Rafha Governorate, underscoring the severity of the cold spell across the region. Alongside the drop in temperatures in the north, the NCM issued orange-category weather warnings for parts of the Riyadh region and the Eastern Province. In Riyadh, Al-Aflaj, Al-Saleel and Wadi Al-Dawasir are expected to experience dusty...
January 21, 2026

Northern Saudi cities record coldest temperatures of winter as mercury drops to –3°C

Total tourism spending in Saudi Arabia in 2025 reached approximately SR300 billion, a 6 percent increase compared to 2024.
122 million tourists spend SR300 billion in Saudi Arabia in 2025
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector has set new records during the year 2025 with welcoming more than 122 million domestic and international tourists. Total tourism spending last year reached approximately SR300 billion, a 6 percent increase compared to 2024, according to the preliminary estimates issued by the Ministry of Tourism.The number of tourists represents five percent increase during 2025 compared to the previous year. This reflects continued growth in demand for Saudi destinations and brings the sector closer to achieving the Vision 2030 target of 150 million tourists annually. The ministry revealed that this growth indicates the accelerating pace of growth and the increasing contribution of the vital tourism sector to the national economy. This...
January 21, 2026

122 million tourists spend SR300 billion in Saudi Arabia in 2025

Princess Reema bint Bandar, Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to the US at the Saudi House in DAVOS.
Saudi Arabia to host first Global Coral Reef Summit in 2026, Princess Reema says
Saudi Gazette reportDAVOS — Saudi Arabia will host the world’s first Global Coral Reef Summit later this year, Princess Reema bint Bandar, the Kingdom’s ambassador to the United States, announced at the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026. Speaking during the panel “The Blue Acceleration: Protecting Our Oceans at Scale,” Princess Reema highlighted Saudi Arabia’s commitment to ocean conservation and global environmental cooperation. “The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will be holding the first ever Global Coral Reef Summit in 2026,” she said, noting that the event is expected to bring together global leaders, scientists, and investors “to drive solutions for the protection and recovery of the coral reef ecosystem.” Princess Reema emphasized the essential role oceans play in...
January 21, 2026

Saudi Arabia to host first Global Coral Reef Summit in 2026, Princess Reema says

Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al Khateeb speaking at the Saudi House in Davos.
Al-Khateeb highlights Saudi-UN partnership to shape quality of life in future cities
Saudi Gazette reportDAVOS — Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb said Saudi Arabia is working with the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) to define global benchmarks for quality of life in cities, as part of the Kingdom’s broader urban development ambitions. Speaking Tuesday at the Saudi House during the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026, Al-Khateeb addressed a panel titled “Discussing Quality of Life 2030 and Beyond: Innovation Shaped Cities,” where he outlined Saudi Arabia’s approach to building more livable, sustainable urban environments. “We painted the picture of that city where you can enjoy the best quality of life,” Al-Khateeb said. He acknowledged the complexity of the challenge, noting that no city today fully meets all quality-of-life standards....
January 21, 2026

Al-Khateeb highlights Saudi-UN partnership to shape quality of life in future cities

Over 236 million POS transactions recorded across the Kingdom, valued at more than SR14 billion in one week.
Saudi POS transactions reach 236 million, SR4bn in one week
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Point-of-sale (POS) data showed steady economic activity across Saudi Arabia during the period from Jan. 11 to 17, with more than 236 million transactions valued at SR4.0 billion, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). Restaurants and cafés led activity in the hospitality sector, recording 58.76 million transactions worth SR1.85 billion, while bakeries and confectionery outlets registered 7.33 million transactions valued at SR281.5 million. Hotel-related transactions totaled 1.03 million, with a value of SR455.7 million, while food and beverage purchases reached 52.21 million transactions worth SR2.04 billion. Retail spending remained strong, with clothing and accessories recording 10.83 million transactions valued at SR1.23 billion. Electronics and...
January 21, 2026

Saudi POS transactions reach 236 million, SR4bn in one week

Sha'ban crescent moon.
Sha‘ban crescent sighted Tuesday
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — The crescent moon marking the beginning of the month of Sha‘ban was sighted Tuesday evening shortly after sunset, appearing low on the southwestern horizon, confirming the start of the new lunar month. Majed Abu Zahra, director of the Jeddah Astronomy Society, said the moon had entered its central conjunction phase late Sunday night, corresponding to Rajab 29, 1447 AH, at 10:51 p.m. local time in Makkah. He explained that the conjunction marked the moon’s transition from west to east of the sun, an astronomical indicator of the beginning of a new lunar cycle. As the moon moved farther away from the sun’s brightness, visibility conditions improved, allowing the crescent to be observed on Tuesday evening. The confirmed sighting of the Sha‘ban crescent...
January 21, 2026

Sha‘ban crescent sighted Tuesday

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