Makkah, February 25, 2026, SPA — Ramadan street stalls in the neighborhoods of Makkah are among the most prominent seasonal features accompanying the arrival of the holy month of Ramadan. They form a daily scene that reflects Ramadan’s distinct character and evokes elements of collective memory linked to the city’s culinary and social traditions. These stalls spread across neighborhood surroundings ahead of the Maghrib call to prayer, offering a variety of Ramadan foods and beverages, in a display that reflects simplicity in detail and the renewal of inherited practices preserved by the community across generations. Reside
Jeddah, February 25, 2026, SPA — The Sudanese community living in Jeddah Governorate revives Ramadan scenes and traditions that distinguish it from others. Families and neighbors gather around one shared Ramadan table, reflecting strong bonds and offering a vivid picture of the holy month. During Ramadan, Sudanese residents work to reinforce those customs through social closeness among families and neighbors, extending across the wider Sudanese community. Ahmed Bashir told the Saudi Press Agency that Sudanese residents across Saudi Arabia feel deep emotions marked by affection. He said they feel they belong to this country. He attribut
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Al-Edabi, February 10, 2026, SPA — Visitors to the Jazan Honey Exhibition, held as part of the Jazan Festival 2026, are enthusiastically sampling a wide range of honey varieties presented by 60 beekeepers from different governorates across the region. Organizers implemented laboratory testing to ensure the safety and high quality of the honey offered to buyers. With strong attendance from residents and visitors, the exhibition seeks to showcase the quality of local honey and its derivatives, reinforce community trust, and motivate beekeepers to develop and expand production. Furthermore, the exhibition highlights the region’s tou
Under Patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, Seventh Saudi Cup to Launch on February 13
Riyadh, February 09, 2026, SPA — Under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the seventh edition of the Saudi Cup 2026 will take place on February 13 and 14. Renowned as the world’s most valuable horse race, the event reflects the unlimited support of the leadership in establishing the Kingdom as a premier destination on the international racing calendar. Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia Chairman Prince Bandar bin Khalid bin Faisal noted that the Saudi Cup has achieved significant upgrades in international rankings and continues to attract elite global owners, trainers, and jockeys. Beyo
Riyadh, February 09, 2026, SPA — The Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) is showcasing its strategic initiatives at the World Defense Show 2026 in Riyadh, where its pavilion highlights a comprehensive counter-terrorism framework integrating four key domains: intellectual, media, countering terrorist financing, and military. Visitors are briefed on specialized programs designed to raise the readiness of national personnel and foster sustainable institutional cooperation among member states to combat extremism. On the event’s opening day, the pavilion hosted high-level delegations, including ministers, military lea
Riyadh, February 09, 2026, SPA — The General Directorate of Civil Defense is unveiling its smart helmet at the Ministry of Interior’s pavilion during the World Defense Show 2026. Designed to revolutionize public safety and emergency response, the helmet features day-and-night cameras and specialized sensors to detect hazardous materials in hard-to-reach locations. The device serves as a mobile command node, delivering live video feeds directly to command-and-control centers. By enabling real-time data analysis and faster decision-making, the smart helmet significantly reduces incident response times and enhances personnel safety in
Riyadh, February 09, 2026, SPA — Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef inaugurated the ministry’s pavilion at the third edition of the World Defense Show 2026 yesterday. The event, held in Riyadh from February 8 to 12, showcases the Kingdom’s integrated industrial and mining ecosystem. The pavilion, led by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, features the participation of key sector entities, including the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu, the Saudi Export Development Authority, the Saudi Export-Import Bank, the Saudi Geological Survey, the Saudi Industrial Development Fund, the National In
Riyadh, February 09, 2026, SPA — The Royal Commission for Riyadh City, via its Riyadh Art program, has launched the Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 exhibition on Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Street (Tahlia). Open to the public from February 9 to 22, the exhibition showcases 25 new artworks themed “Traces of What Will Be,” exploring transformation and urban renewal. These sculptures were crafted during a live phase from January 10 to February 5, during which artists from 18 countries used local stone and recycled metals, allowing the public to witness the creative process firsthand. The exhibition site on Tahlia Street was strategically c
Saudi Arabia-based fintech MUHIDE has closed a Series A funding round with Asyad Group for an unknown amount. Founded in 2023 by Hashim Alhussaini, MUHIDE is dedicated to authenticating and governing B2B trade transactions. MUHIDE is working toward building Saudi Arabia’s first unified trade ecosystem, aiming to establish a new benchmark for B2B commerce in the Kingdom. Press release: MUHIDE has closed its Series A investment round with Asyad Group at a significant valuation, marking a key milestone in the company’s growth and mission to modernise B2B trade in Saudi Arabia. The investment supports MUHIDE’s vision of governing and authenticating…
SEO drives revenue, but AI and shifting search behaviour are making visibility harder to win. SBC Summit Malta will respond with SEO panels and workshops on what’s changing in 2026 and how to stay competitive. The 2026 edition of the event will run from 28 to 30 April at the InterContinental, bringing together 6,000 industry stakeholders. Spanning two conference days, the programme opens with panel sessions on day one before shifting to hands-on workshops on day two, allowing delegates to explore the same topics in greater depth. “Too many in the industry still treat SEO as a marketing add-on, when it can directly impact…
Riyadh, February 06, 2026, SPA — The Saudi team made a notable appearance at the fashion show featuring national Olympic committees participating in the Winter Olympic Games, which was held as part of Milan Fashion Week, with the participation of 17 national Olympic committees from around the world. The Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee (SOPC) was the only Arab entity to take part in this global event. Saudi national team athlete Rakan Ali Reda participated in the show, wearing a design created by Saudi fashion designer Alia Al-Salmi, which embodied elements of Saudi heritage through a contemporary aesthetic that blends authenticity
Riyadh, February 06, 2026, SPA — Preparations are in full swing for the PIF Saudi Ladies International, scheduled to take place at the Riyadh Golf Club from February 11 to 14. The event is part of the Public Investment Fund (PIF) Global Series and coincides with the opening of the Ladies European Tour (LET) season. The championship will feature a stellar lineup of the world’s top female golfers, led by world No. 5 Charley Hull, alongside several Golf Saudi ambassadors. The tournament offers total prize money of $5 million, underscoring its growing prominence on the international golf calendar. The PIF Global Series provides a hig
