Tabuk, May 21, 2026, SPA — The Red Sea is witnessing increased demand during the Eid Al-Adha holiday. Red Sea Global announced 10 additional flights through Red Sea International Airport to meet growing demand for the destination. The total number of flights will reach 90 from May 21 to 31, connecting the destination with Riyadh, Jeddah, Dubai, and Doha through Saudia, flydubai, and Qatar Airways. The destination currently welcomes guests across 11 hotels, enhancing accommodation capacity during the holiday period.
Arafat, May 26, 2026, SPA — Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has urged pilgrims to remain in their camps in Arafat on the ninth of Dhu Al-Hijjah until 4:00 PM to protect them from direct sun exposure during peak hours and to help reduce heat stress while performing the most important pillar of Hajj. The Ministry explained that the Arafah Day sermon will be broadcast live via audio and video to all camps, allowing pilgrims to listen to it easily and comfortably without needing to leave their locations. The Ministry also urged pilgrims to adhere to the approved dispatching plans and schedules and to avoid going out into traffic lanes or into u
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Riyadh, May 18, 2026, SPA — Ministry of Interior affirmed that visit visas of all types and categories do not authorize their holders to perform Hajj, stressing that obtaining an official Hajj permit is a mandatory requirement for performing the ritual. The Ministry called on all to adhere to the regulations governing this year’s Hajj season (1447 AH), and to cooperate with the competent authorities to ensure the safety and security of pilgrims, warning that any violation of these instructions will expose offenders to legal penalties. It also urged the public to report violators by calling (911) in the Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, an
Riyadh, 18 May 2026: King’s College Riyadh has announced the launch of a new Pearson-resourced Key Stage 3 (KS3) curriculum pathway, reinforcing its commitment to delivering premium British education experience aligned with the evolving educational landscape in the Kingdom. Launching from the 2026/27 academic year, the enhanced curriculum will support students across Years 6 to 8 at the school’s Diriyah campus, while also creating a clear academic pathway towards the future secondary provision at the upcoming SEDRA campus. Developed in partnership with Pearson, one of the world’s leading education providers, the new approac
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – April 26, 2026: EXEED has closed an active first quarter globally, with its operations under Arabian Heritage Motors by Al Ghurair continuing to build on the Kingdom’s position as a priority market. From rigorous product validation to channel expansion and brand building, EXEED has shown the systemic resilience and technological depth that now underpin its growth across key regions, including the Middle East. In January, the brand unveiled its largest flagship showroom in the MENA region in Riyadh. The 5,000-square-metre space offers an immersive environment that brings together product experience and
Riyadh, April 23, 2026, SPA — Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) Turki Alalshikh announced the premiere date of the Saudi edition of “Million Riyal Menu,” set to launch on April 28 via the MBC Shahid platform and MBC1 channel, with the support of Riyadh Season. He stated that the program represents the largest Saudi adaptation of the global format “Million Pound Menu,” produced jointly by the Saudi company BigHouse and IMP, in collaboration with Sony Pictures Television, reflecting a strong direction toward delivering content with world-class standards within the Kingdom. The program features
Riyadh, April 21, 2026, SPA — The General Administration of Education in Riyadh Region announced that in-person classes will shift online on Tuesday via the Madrasati platform and other approved educational platforms for all students and teaching and administrative staff in the governorates of Thadiq, Huraymila, Rumah, Durma, Marat, Al-Dawadmi, Al-Zulfi, Al-Majmaah, Al-Ghat, Shaqra, Afif, Al-Rayn, and Al-Quwaiyah. The move was based on reports from the National Center for Meteorology and was taken to ensure everyone’s safety.
Riyadh, April 10, 2026, SPA — Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) has launched five new logistics routes designed to enhance supply chain efficiency and integrate various transport modes. These routes link Arabian Gulf ports with the Kingdom’s central and northern regions, extending to the Red Sea and northern neighboring countries. By utilizing a multimodal network of road and rail, the initiative supports the National Transport and Logistics Strategy and Saudi Vision 2030 goals to establish the Kingdom as a global logistics hub. Managed through an integrated system, including the Riyadh Dry Port and key cargo yards in Dammam, Jubail, R
Riyadh, April 9, 2026, SPA — The Ministry of Interior and Red Sea Global signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) today at the ministry’s headquarters in Riyadh. The MoU was signed by Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior for Security Capabilities Abdullah Al-Kathiri and Chief Executive Officer of Red Sea Global John Pagano. The agreement aims to enhance integration between the two sides in strengthening public safety requirements and standards.
GASTAT Discusses Role of Statistical Data in Developing Healthcare Sector at ‘Road to Riyadh’ Events
Riyadh, April 08, 2026, SPA — The General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) held a panel discussion titled “Pulse of Numbers: Statistical Data in the Service of Health” as part of the “Road to Riyadh” events, with the participation of a select group of specialists from the General Authority for Statistics, the Ministry of Health, the Public Health Authority, and the World Health Organization’s Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean. The session discussed the pivotal role of statistical data in supporting decision-making in the healthcare sector by enhancing the quality and reliability of health indicator
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 8 April 2026: Messe Frankfurt Saudi Arabia, organiser of Automechanika Riyadh, Saudi Arabia’s leading regional automotive aftermarket trade event, has announced the postponement of the upcoming edition. Originally scheduled to take place from 4-6 May 2026, the event will now focus on its return to the Kingdom in 2027. The decision follows a careful and ongoing assessment of the current regional environment and prioritises the safety, wellbeing, and confidence of customers, partners, and staff, while ensuring the event maintains the full international scale, high-calibre, and value for which the global Automecha
Riyadh, April 04, 2026, SPA — The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) has forecast moderate rainfall in Riyadh Region today and tomorrow. The Saudi Civil Defense urged the public to take precautions and follow its guidelines.
