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Riyadh, February 17, 2026, SPA — The Sports Investment Forum announced that the third day of its 2026 edition will be dedicated to empowering women in the sports sector, in partnership with Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University. The move reflects the forum’s commitment to supporting the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 and enhancing the role of women in the sports industry and sports investment This allocation comes as part of the forum’s program, scheduled to take place from April 20 to 22, at The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh. The third day will feature a series of strategic sessions and specialized workshops focused on sustaina

Red Sea Museum presents a rich program of workshops, storytelling sessions, performances, and cultural gatherings throughout the holy month of Ramadan Running from February through March 2026 in Historic Jeddah, the Ramadan programming features hands-on workshops in traditional crafts, contemplative creative sessions, and outdoor community gatherings Programming runs alongside the opening of Sunken Treasures: The Maritime Heritage of the Red Sea, a major temporary exhibition exploring centuries of cultural exchange across the Red Sea Located in the restored Bab Al Bunt building, the Red Sea Museum is a cultural anchor in Historic J

New Exterior Design Co-Created by Human Designers and AI Dubai, February 23, 2026 — Casio Computer Co., Ltd. has released the GMW-BZ5000, a new full-metal addition to the G-SHOCK 5000 line, which carries on the iconic form of the very first G-SHOCK. This new shock-resistant watch adopts a high definition, high contrast, memory-in-pixel (MIP) LCD with a wide viewing angle. Guided by the Casio Purpose — “Through the power to put wonder at hand, bring new levels of joy to lives one by one” — the company has brought the world products that challenge conventional thinking. G-SHOCK timepieces embody the concept o

Riyadh, February 20, 2026, SPA — Under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Princess Fahda bint Falah Al Hathleen, spouse of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, honored the winners of the 27th edition of the local competition for the King Salman bin Abdulaziz Award for Memorization, Recitation, and Interpretation of the Holy Quran, organized and supervised by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance, yesterday at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Riyadh. The current edition witnessed wide participation from all regions of the Kingdom, with more than 3,600 male and female contestants p

New Delhi, February 20, 2026, SPA — President of the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) Abdullah Al-Ghamdi affirmed that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, guided by the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, is moving steadily to establish artificial intelligence (AI) as a trusted national capability. The goal is to use AI to help develop government services, enhance competitiveness, build human capacity, and improve the quality of life through a comprehensive strategy based on three main pillars that unlock the full potential of this technology and achieve sustainable developmental impact. This came during Al-Ghamdi’s spee

Madinah, February 20, 2026, SPA — The Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques has announced the start of registration for I’tikaf at the Prophet’s Mosque for men and women during the holy month of Ramadan, beginning Friday, 03 Ramadan, 1447 AH, at 11:00 a.m. The authority clarified that I’tikaf will commence on 20 Ramadan and continue until the end of Ramadan, according to the approved organizational plan. Registration can be completed by accessing the following link: https://eservices.alharamain.gov.sa/login, or via the Nafath platform for citizens and residents. Applicants should select the I&rsq

Riyadh, February 20, 2026, SPA — The Saudi Esports Federation signed two memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with ROC Esports and Team Stallions to support sector growth, develop national talent, and expand academic and professional cooperation. The MoUs focus on empowering professionals and athletes in the esports sector through programs and initiatives led by the Saudi Esports Academy. These efforts include specialized training programs and joint initiatives to prepare professionally qualified talent and identify career pathways for graduates. They also cover knowledge exchange; educational, technical, and artistic programs; and community

Riyadh, February 19, 2026, SPA — The Ministry of Health has achieved a new international milestone by winning the “Global Impact and Healthcare Transformation Award” presented by Press Ganey. The award was presented this February during Press Ganey’s Human Experience Conference, held in Florida, United States, in recognition of the ministry’s efforts to develop the healthcare system and enhance the beneficiary experience. This recognition resulted from the ministry’s transformative initiatives to improve healthcare quality and facilitate access to services, in alignment with the objectives of the Health Secto

Dakar, February 21, 2026, SPA — The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance, represented by the religious attaché at the Saudi embassy in Senegal, commenced implementation of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ programs for the distribution of dates and Iftar meals. The launch took place during a ceremony held in the capital, Dakar, on Wednesday. The event was attended by Saudi Ambassador to Senegal Saad Alnofaia and Senegalese officials, imams, and preachers. A total of 30 tons of dates were allocated to Senegal, benefiting 120,000 individuals, while nearly 25,000 beneficiaries will benefit from the Iftar program. Am

Makkah, February 20, 2026, SPA — The 13 minarets of the Grand Mosque in Makkah, ranging in height from 98 to 137 meters, stand as architectural masterpieces that blend traditional Islamic design with modern engineering, while their strategic placement across major entrances creates a harmonious skyline. Each minaret follows a precise five-section anatomy: a sturdy base, a primary balcony, a slender shaft, a secondary balcony, and a crowning cap topped with a radiant crescent moon. These minarets not only fulfill the religious function of the call to prayer but also reflect centuries of evolution in Islamic architecture, showcasing the