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Riyadh, January 30, 2026, SPA — Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih inaugurated yesterday in Riyadh the Drones Club at Tuwaiq Academy, in partnership with the Drone Champions League (DCL), with the aim of developing national capabilities in the field of drones. The launch is part of the Tuwaiq Drones initiative, aimed at providing a structured environment for developing drone skills through training and competition. The event also marked the graduation of FPV drone bootcamp participants and the launch of eight new bootcamps, open for registration at: https://s.tuwaiq.edu.sa/dOCar The club offers training spaces, professional prog

Riyadh, January 28, 2026, SPA — His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received Professor Omar Yaghi at Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh today on the occasion of his winning the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, jointly with two other scientists. HRH the Crown Prince congratulated Professor Omar Yaghi on receiving the award, which reflects international recognition and appreciation of his efforts and contributions in the field of chemistry, wishing him continued success. For his part, Professor Omar Yaghi expressed his thanks and appreciation to the Crown Prince for the meeting and

Riyadh, January 29, 2026, SPA — The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) announced that Saudi Arabia’s civil aviation sector achieved exceptional growth in 2025, setting record figures in air traffic statistics. GACA President Abdulaziz Al-Duailej announced the figures during the 19th Steering Committee meeting to activate the Aviation Program, held Wednesday in Riyadh under his chairmanship. Al-Duailej praised the unwavering support of the Kingdom’s leadership for the aviation sector as a pivotal enabler of Saudi Vision 2030. He highlighted the sector’s notable achievements in 2025, noting that the number of pa

Riyadh, January 27, 2026, SPA — The King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh will host the seventh annual Saudi Cup on February 13-14, in what promises to be the largest horse racing event in history in terms of prize money and international attention. The event will feature participation from top horses and jockeys from across the globe. International horses are scheduled to begin arriving in the Kingdom on February 3 to compete in the two-day event, which offers total prize money of $39.6 million, attracting elite owners, trainers, and riders from around the world. The local presence is also strong, with a selection of ambitious Saudi

Riyadh, January 27, 2026, SPA — In implementation of the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, conjoined twins Olivia and Gianna arrived at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh with their family from the Philippines. The twins were immediately transferred to King Abdullah Specialist Children’s Hospital of the Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs for evaluation and consideration of possible separation surgery. The family of the Filipino twins expressed their sincere gratitu

Riyadh, January 27, 2026, SPA — The Riyadh Marathon 2026 announced the participation of elite international athletes and world-record holders in its fifth edition, as comprehensive preparations continue with strong support from partners and sponsors. The festival will take place at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University from January 28 to 31 in a highly anticipated sporting event that blends top-level competition with a wide-ranging entertainment experience. A distinguished lineup of world-class runners is expected to compete, including Ethiopian world champion Gotytom Gebreslase, Ethiopian Gulume Chala, Moroccan Othmane El Goumri

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Riyadh, January 26, 2026, SPA — Janadriyah Village, held alongside the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Camel Festival, embodies the concept of “investing in heritage,” transforming a 15,000-square-meter area into a comprehensive economic and tourism hub in the heart of Riyadh. The initiative aims to support productive families and entrepreneurs while providing a high-quality marketing platform that contributes to the sector’s development. The village offers visitors a complete cultural and entertainment experience for all family members daily from 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., coinciding with the festival’s third editio

Riyadh, January 23, 2026, SPA — The Kingdom Mixed Martial Arts Championship, organized by the Saudi Mixed Martial Arts Federation, officially begins today at Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium in Al-Malaz, Riyadh. The event serves as a premier national platform, bringing together male and female athletes from across the Kingdom to compete in a wide range of age and weight divisions. The championship features extensive categories for younger athletes, starting with the junior division (ages 12-13) across six weight classes from 34 kg to over 57.1 kg. The youth division (ages 14-15) follows with seven classes, while the older youth category (ag

Riyadh, January 23, 2026, SPA — The third edition of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Camel Festival kicks off today at Riyadh’s historic Janadriyah Square. Held under the patronage of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the 10-day event features camel beauty contests and races for both male and female riders, with total prizes exceeding SAR75 million. Since its inaugural 2024 edition, the festival has evolved into a global icon of heritage sports. The 2025 edition saw record-breaking race times and expanded international participation from across the Gulf and beyond. This year’s event continues that momentum, seamlessly b