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The Public Prosecution source said  the court also slapped on the convict travel ban for a similar period of the jail term, and confiscation of the cell phone used in the crime.
13-year-jail and SR50000 fine for Saudi citizen in drug case
Okaz/Saudi GazetteRIYADH — A Saudi court sentenced a citizen, who is convicted of possessing drugs for the purpose of sale, to 13 years in prison and SR50000 in fine. The court also slapped on the convict travel ban for a similar period of the jail term, and confiscation of the cell phone used in the crime, an official source at the Public Prosecution said.The source said that the Narcotics wing under the Public Prosecution has completed investigation procedures related to the citizen on charges of possession of narcotics and psychotropic substances with an intent of trafficking.It was revealed in investigations that the accused hid narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances inside his house. About 25 pills of psychotropic substances and more than 40 grams of cannabis were found during a...
August 23, 2023

13-year-jail and SR50000 fine for Saudi citizen in drug case

Saudi Ministry of Health is following up the developments of the genetic sequence of the coronavirus (COVID -19), and has monitored several sub-mutants of Omicron, including the EG.5 mutant, through the laboratories of Public Health Authority.
MoH: No additional health measures required for EG.5 coronavirus mutant  
Okaz/Saudi GazetteRIYADH — The Saudi Ministry of Health has emphasized that EG.5, the new coronavirus variant, does not have any noticeable effect on disease rates or severity, and hence it is not required to take additional health measures.In reply to a query about the new mutant, a source at the ministry told Okaz/Saudi Gazette: “So far, EG.5 isn’t setting off any alarms as far as disease severity is concerned.”The ministry is following up the developments of the genetic sequence of the coronavirus (COVID -19), and has monitored several sub-mutants of Omicron, including the EG.5 mutant, through the laboratories of Public Health Authority (Weqaya), the source said.A descendant of Omicron, EG.5 or Eris is already the dominant coronavirus sub-variant, infecting more people than any...
August 23, 2023

MoH: No additional health measures required for EG.5 coronavirus mutant  

The 6th phase of the Green Riyadh will take place on Thursday. The program will plant 46,000 trees and shrubs in Al Ghadir neighborhood.
Green Riyadh to plant 46,000 trees in Al Ghadir neighborhood as 6th phase begins
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The 6th phase of the Green Riyadh will take place on Thursday. The program will plant 46,000 trees and shrubs in Al Ghadir neighborhood.This will include conducting 7 parks, afforestation of 4 schools, as well as 28 kilometers of streets and corridors, and a health facility, in addition to 4 vacant lands.Moreover, the afforestation in the residential neighborhoods will be accompanied by conducting events that aim in educating the neighborhood residents about the start of afforestation in their neighborhood.This is in addition to an exhibition to introduce residents to all aspects of the project and its future vision, its stages and duration, as well as the accompanying works.The event in Al Ghadir neighborhood, which is scheduled to start during the period...
August 23, 2023

Green Riyadh to plant 46,000 trees in Al Ghadir neighborhood as 6th phase begins

The new executive regulation included 30 articles that guarantee the passenger’s right to receive proper care, support and compensation, amounting up to 150- 200 percent of the ticket value.
Compensation up to SR6568 for baggage loss and maximum 200% of ticket value for flight cancellation  
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) announced the adoption of a new executive regulation to protect the rights of passengers, replacing the existing one, which will come into force on Nov. 20, 2023.The regulation included 30 articles that guarantee the passenger’s right to receive proper care, support and compensation, amounting up to 150- 200 percent of the ticket value. The compensation will be given in the event of departure of flight ahead of schedule or delay in departure or cancellation of flights, as well as in the event of refusal to board the plane due to overbooking, and downgrading. Some of these compensations amount to 150 percent and 200 percent of the ticket value, it was stipulated in the new regulation.The new regulation...
August 23, 2023

Compensation up to SR6568 for baggage loss and maximum 200% of ticket value for flight cancellation  

The Muroor has stated that creating noise by using devices inside the vehicle or committing any behavior that is contrary to public morals while driving is considered a traffic violation.
Fine reaches SR500 if making noise near schools  
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The General Directorate of Traffic (Muroor) stated that creating noise by using devices inside the vehicle or committing any behavior that is contrary to public morals while driving is considered a traffic violation.Through X app, the Muroor said that making noise and raising voices near educational buildings will cause students to lose the ability to focus and learn during classes.It has confirmed that anyone who commits this act will be punished with a fine of between SR300 and SR500.In the same context, the Muroor has warned against passing by school buses that stop to pick up and drop off children.It is considered a violation and anyone found passing by school buses will be slapped with a fine of between SR3,000 and SR6,000.
August 23, 2023

Fine reaches SR500 if making noise near schools  

The ill-fated vehicle
Five members of Jordanian family returning after Umrah killed in road crash
RIYADH — Five members of a Jordanian family, all UAE residents, were killed in a horrific accident on the Makkah-Riyadh Expressway in Saudi Arabia on Monday, AlArabiya news reported.The family was returning to the UAE after performing Umrah in Makkah.Malik Khormah and his four children – Akram, Maya, Dana and Deema – died on the spot, while Malik’s wife Muna Khormah sustained multiple injuries.She was transferred to King Faisal Hospital in Hofouf where she was said to be in stable condition despite her injuries.A Jordanian official told Al Arabiya English that several passers-by stopped their vehicles at the accident site to try and rescue those in the ill-fated vehicle and called up emergency services for help.According to Al-Madina newspaper, a number of Saudi citizens and...
August 23, 2023

Five members of Jordanian family returning after Umrah killed in road crash

According to the latest report of the Monsha’at observatory, 42.3 percent of SMEs are located in the capital city of Riyadh, and it was followed by the Makkah region with a rate of 18.6 percent.
Saudi SMEs jump to 1.23 million; recording 2.6% rise in 2Q of 2023
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — There has been an increase of 2.6 percent in the number of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Saudi Arabia in the second quarter of 2023 compared to the previous quarter, reaching a total of 1.23 million establishments.According to a report of the observatory of the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority (Monsha’at), 42.3 percent of SMEs are located in the capital city of Riyadh, and it was followed by the Makkah region with a rate of 18.6 percent.The latest report of the observatory, which was issued in both Arabic and English, specially dealt with the developments in the southern Asir region and the great investment opportunities it offers to entrepreneurs thanks to its unique advantages in the sectors of tourism, agriculture and industry....
August 22, 2023

Saudi SMEs jump to 1.23 million; recording 2.6% rise in 2Q of 2023

Prince Faisal bin Farhan
Saudi FM leaves for South Africa to attend BRICS summit
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — On behalf of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan is leading Saudi Arabia’s delegation attending the BRICS Plus Dialogue and BRICS-Africa Outreach conference. The foreign minister has left on Tuesday for South Africa.The session, with the theme “BRICS and Africa: Partnership for mutually accelerated growth, sustainable development, and inclusive multilateralism,” will be held on Thursday, Aug. 24, in Johannesburg. The BRICS Plus and BRICS Africa dialogue will discuss many developments in the international arena and the global challenges. It will also discuss sustainable solutions to the challenges the world is witnessing, including the issues faced by BRICS and the Global South to build mutually...
August 22, 2023

Saudi FM leaves for South Africa to attend BRICS summit

Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed Bin Salman, who’s also the chairman of KAUST Board of Trustees, launched on Sunday the new strategy of the University
Crown Prince launches new strategy of KAUST
Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed Bin Salman, who’s also the chairman of KAUST Board of Trustees, launched on Sunday the new strategy of the University. The strategy aims to transform research into economically productive innovations by focusing on the national priorities for research, development, and innovation: Health and Wellness, Sustainable Environment and Essential Needs, Energy and Industrial Leadership, and Economies of the Future. Additionally, the strategy aims to strengthen KAUST’s partnerships with both the public and private sectors, which will contribute to achieving the objectives of Vision 2030.The Crown Prince said: “Since the foundation of KAUST, it has distinguished itself with its research, innovations, and faculty, to become one of the leading research...
August 22, 2023

Crown Prince launches new strategy of KAUST

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman chairs Cabinet session at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah on Tuesday.
Cabinet reviews measures taken toward implementing deal to resume diplomatic ties with Iran
JEDDAH — The Cabinet, chaired by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah on Tuesday, reviewed the measures taken toward implementing the agreement to resume diplomatic relations with Iran, including having ambassadors from both countries carrying out their duties, and said it hoped the new relations will be based on common interests and mutual respect.The Cabinet was briefed on the contents of the phone call Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed Bin Salman received from the prime minister of the United Kingdom, with whom he discussed cooperation and exchanged views on developments in regional and international arenas.In a statement to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) following the Cabinet session, Minister of Media Salman Bin Yousef Al-Dosari said that...
August 22, 2023

Cabinet reviews measures taken toward implementing deal to resume diplomatic ties with Iran

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