Author: Mahdeehassan

RIYADH: Traditional Saudi performances, poetry readings and culinary exchanges are drawing strong public interest at the 29th Algiers International Book Fair, where Saudi Arabia is participating as guest of honor, according to reports by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). A centerpiece of the Kingdom’s program has been a series of live folk performances organized by the Theater and Performing Arts Commission, which have attracted large crowds across indoor venues and outdoor plazas at the fair. The cultural showcase has been complemented by a poetry evening featuring Saudi poet Eid Al-Hujaili and a panel discussion exploring the historical and cultural links…

MAKKAH: For centuries, flocks of pigeons have swept across the skies, courtyards and rooftops of Makkah, becoming an enduring part of the holy city's landscape and a familiar sight for generations of residents, pilgrims and visitors. Known locally as Hamam Al-Hima (Pigeons of the Sanctuary) and Hamam Rabb Al-Bayt (Pigeons of the Lord of the House), the birds have come to symbolize the serenity and heritage of Islam's holiest city, their presence linking its historical past with everyday life today. Their place in Makkah's history extends beyond their familiar presence around the Grand Mosque. Historical chronicles document their significance in…

ATLANTA: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held talks with his counterparts from Germany, Japan, France and Brazil on the sidelines of the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Atlanta on Saturday, discussing bilateral relations and regional developments, particularly threats to maritime security and international trade. In meetings with Germany’s Johann Wadephul, Japan’s Toshimitsu Motegi, France’s Jean-Noel Barrot and Brazil’s Mauro Vieira, Prince Faisal reviewed relations between the Kingdom and the four countries and discussed the latest regional and international developments. The talks highlighted concerns over threats to maritime navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab Al-Mandab, and their…

NICOSIA: Saudi Ambassador to Cyprus Fawaz bin Abdulrahman Al-Shubaili recently attended a meeting between Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and heads of Arab diplomatic missions in Nicosia. The meeting happened during Abbas’ official visit to the Republic of Cyprus, the Saudi Embassy said in a post on X on Friday. Al-Shubaili also received Mohammed Al-Nafati, charge d’affaires of the Libyan Embassy in Cyprus, at his office in Nicosia. During cordial talks, the ambassador congratulated him on assuming his duties and wished him success in his new role.

JEDDAH: A nine-volume encyclopedia published by King Abdulaziz Public Library aims to strengthen children’s national identity and introduce them to Saudi Arabia’s history, geography and cultural diversity. The “Encyclopedia of Saudi Arabia for Children and Young People,” designed for readers aged 9–15, provides detailed, documented information about the Kingdom’s past and present. It seeks to help young readers access reliable information, respect different cultures and customs, and understand the role of religious values and humanitarian principles in their country’s heritage. The volumes cover geographical features, historical development, antiquities and historic sites, social patterns, customs and traditions, cultural activity, development services…

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RIYADH: The vital role played by film in promoting a nation’s cultural identity and enhancing its global presence has been highlighted by the CEO of the General Authority for Media Regulation. Speaking at the Saudi Film Confex, Abdulatif bin Mohammed Al-Abdulatif said: “We found, based on many international experiences, that the dramatic experience or the dramatic image conveyed to a country had great positive effects for this country, even on other similar sectors like tourism, trade, investment, attracting people to this country, and those countries positioning and visualizing the world as a whole.” Alongside Al-Abdulatif on the opening panel, in…

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia participated in a high-level Gulf military meeting in Bahrain on Thursday as Gulf Cooperation Council member states stepped up consultations on regional security and defense coordination amid continued threats posed by Yemen’s Houthi militia and wider instability in the region. Chief of the General Staff Gen. Fayyad Al-Ruwaili led the Kingdom’s delegation to the 23rd meeting of the Supreme Military Committee of GGC chiefs of staff, held in Bahrain. The meeting discussed regional developments, ways to strengthen defense coordination, and a number of issues of mutual interest aimed at enhancing the security and stability of GCC member…

JEDDAH: Most people see a barcode as something to scan. Saudi artist Fahad Salem Basodan sees something else entirely: A visual language capable of expressing identity, memory and human emotion. That idea is at the heart of “Barcode Echo,” the work Basodan is presenting at the 123rd edition of Paris’ historic Salon d’Automne, where more than 1,000 artists from 50 countries are exhibiting their work this week. On the canvas, a human face emerges from a maze of barcode lines. Large eyes and an open mouth appear trapped within, yet connected to, the rigid geometry of the digital code. The…

RIYADH: Riyadh Region’s deputy governor, Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz, attended the Turkiye Embassy's National Day reception on behalf of Riyadh Region Governor Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz. On his arrive, the prince was received by Turkish Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Emrullah İsler and several embassy officials. The reception was attended by several members of the diplomatic corps accredited to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, reported the Saudi Press Agency.