Madinah, December 29, 2025, SPA — Executive Director of the International Dates Council Princess Sarah bint Bandar bin Abdulaziz toured several date factories in Madinah and reviewed operations and production lines. The tour included a review of production stages, technologies used for sorting and packaging, quality standards, and efforts to develop products in line with local and global market requirements. During the visit, she discussed issues related to Madinah date exports, including logistical and procedural challenges factories face in delivering products to overseas markets, and ways to address them. She also stressed expanding

Buraidah, December 28, 2025, SPA — Wood carving is a traditional craft that has been associated with humankind since ancient times. It involves shaping wood through carving and engraving, transforming it into artistic works that combine aesthetic and functional value. This craft is used in various fields, from decorating furniture and buildings to producing artistic and ornamental pieces, relying on simple hand tools and accumulated craftsmanship. Some artisans demonstrate the ability of this art to repurpose discarded wood or tree trunks, transforming them into pieces of aesthetic and artistic value. This reflects the sculptor’s sk