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Riyadh, January 15, 2026, SPA — His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received a written message from Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of the Sultanate of Oman concerning relations between the two brotherly countries. The message was received by Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Elkhereiji during his meeting today in Riyadh with Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Najib Al-Busaidi. During the meeting, they reviewed relations and ways to enhance them in various fields, and discussed topics of mutual interest.

Riyadh, January 12, 2026, SPA — The Saudi Media Forum has signed a partnership agreement with the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba), under which Mawhiba will serve as the forum’s Knowledge Partner for its fifth edition, to be held in Riyadh from February 2 to 4, 2026. Under the agreement, Mawhiba, in partnership with the forum, will organize a workshop bringing together a select group of gifted male and female students who have received international awards across various scientific fields. The agreement also includes granting access to social media platforms to cover joint activit

Riyadh, January 13, 2026, SPA — The Royal Court announced today the death of Princess Hind bint Saud bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, who passed away outside the Kingdom. The funeral prayer will be performed on Wednesday, January 14, after the Asr prayer at Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque in Riyadh.

Riyadh, January 12, 2026, SPA — The Transport General Authority (TGA) revealed Monday that the number of passengers who used public bus transport within the cities and governorates of the Kingdom exceeded 27.8 million during the fourth quarter of 2025. According to a statistical bulletin issued by TGA, Riyadh ranked first in terms of passenger numbers, recording more than 21.15 million passengers, followed by Makkah with 3.42 million, Jeddah with 1.19 million, while Dammam and Qatif recorded 836,000 passengers. Madinah logged 481,000 passengers, with the remaining figures distributed across several other cities and governorates, includ

LIV Golf’s 2026 season opener returns to Riyadh with world-class golf, headline concerts and family-friendly entertainment across four nights under the lights Single-day and four-day hospitality and grounds passes on sale at LIVGolf.com for ROSHN Group LIV Golf Riyadh 2026 Fans enjoy a view on the first tee while Captain Sergio Garcia of Fireballs GC hits his tee shot during the first round of LIV Golf Riyadh 2025 at Riyadh Golf Club Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (January 6, 2026) – ROSHN Group, Saudi Arabia’s leading multi-asset class real estate developer, has been announced as the title partner of LIV Golf’s Riy

Riyadh, January 7, 2026, SPA — The AlUla Tour 2026 organizing committee announced yesterday that the race has been upgraded to the UCI ProSeries second tier (2.Pro), placing it among the world’s leading professional cycling races. The event will be held in AlUla Governorate from January 27 to 31. It will be organized by the Saudi Cycling Federation in cooperation with Amaury Sport Organisation (A.S.O.) and the Royal Commission for AlUla, under the supervision of the Ministry of Sport. The announcement was made during a press conference in Riyadh attended by officials from the organizing entities. Organizers also revealed the part

Riyadh, January 7, 2026, SPA — Twelve elite local falconers were crowned with King Abdulaziz Cups in the Milwah Race at the King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2025, organized by the Saudi Falcons Club at its Malham headquarters, north of Riyadh, amid wide international participation. The elite local rounds of the cups saw the participation of 120 falcons, averaging ten falcons per round, having qualified from the preliminary rounds. This year, the festival brings together falconers from various countries, led by participants from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states, alongside Spain, Italy, Ireland, Pakistan, and Syria, as th

Riyadh, January 2, 2026, SPA — The King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2025 enters the decisive crowning stage on Friday with the King Abdulaziz Cup heats for each category in the Milwah Race. International competitors will race in both the owners’ and professionals’ tracks, competing directly for the King Abdulaziz Cups across the different categories. This year’s festival brings together competitors from nine countries, led by falconers from Gulf Cooperation Council states, alongside participants from Italy, Ireland and Syria. The festival continues to strengthen its global presence after earning three Guinness World Records

Riyadh, January 1, 2026, SPA — Riyadh Zoo, one of Riyadh Season 2025’s zones, offers children dedicated entertainment spaces and experiences designed to meet strict safety and comfort standards, ensuring an environment that balances fun and organization. The zone includes children’s facilities, safe movement paths and low-height viewing points that allow easy visual interaction with animals, along with family seating areas that help create a balanced setting combining entertainment and peace of mind. Dedicating these spaces reflects Riyadh Season’s broader direction to strengthen family destinations and provide compre

Riyadh, December 31, 2025, SPA — The Saudi Falcons Club (SFC) opened registration for owners of classic cars, sports cars, and motorcycles to join activities at the King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2025. The festival is being held at the club’s headquarters in Malham, north of Riyadh, through January 10, 2026, with broad participation from local and international falconers. SFC said the participation aims to enrich the festival atmosphere and highlight shared passion among falcon owners and car and motorcycle enthusiasts. Vehicles will be displayed in a cultural setting that blends authenticity and modernity. SFC set Saturdays