Madinah, May 12, 2026, SPA — An integrated system of services for older people and persons with disabilities is being provided at the Prophet’s Mosque and its surrounding facilities during the current Hajj season, to facilitate their movement and enable them to perform their worship and visits with ease and tranquility, as part of efforts to enhance the quality of services provided to visitors to the Prophet’s Mosque. The services include facilitating access and movement within the Prophet’s Mosque by providing electric and manual wheelchairs and carts at designated locations, as well as equipping pathways, entrances, and el
Najran, May 11, 2026, SPA — Environmental, natural, and geographical factors have made Najran one of Saudi Arabia’s leading agricultural regions. Agriculture has long been a fundamental pillar for local communities, supporting food security and strengthening the local economy. Farmers have benefited from the region’s favorable landscape, enabling them to continuously supply local markets while adopting modern and innovative farming methods such as greenhouses and vertical farming. These techniques have boosted production and reduced water consumption, reflecting the professionalism of Najran’s farmers in developing susta
Wind: 6mph WSW
Humidity: 57%
Pressure: 29.94"Hg
UV index: 0
68°F
68°F
68°F
66°F
95°F / 73°F
93°F / 61°F
68°F / 57°F
64°F / 55°F
- Integrated Services for Older People and Persons with Disabilities at the Prophet’s Mosque during Hajj Season
- Najran Emerges as a Leading Agricultural Hub in Saudi Arabia
- Saudi Ministry Issues Global Alert Against Fraudulent Hajj Schemes and Unofficial Visas
- The National Museum Celebrates International Museum Day with Three-Day Cultural Program
- SBC Summit Tbilisi to Map Path to Growth for Gaming Companies Across Eastern Europe and Central Asia
- CNTXT AI Introduces Munsit Edge, Bringing Private, Real-Time Arabic Speech AI to Phones, Cars, and Smart Devices
- Streamlined Movement and Peace of Mind: The Strategic Role of the Hajj Permit
- Celebrate the Spirit of Eid Al Adha in the Heart of Makkah at Address Jabal Omar Makkah
Browsing: Scientific
Jeddah, April 17, 2026, SPA — The International Center for Artificial Intelligence Research and Ethics (ICAIRE) reviewed its initiatives during the second scientific forum of social research centers, held Thursday at the Faculty of Science Theater at King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah. ICAIRE highlighted initiatives in data and artificial intelligence. It also presented an interactive experience at its exhibition pavilion on the AI and Data Glossary to enhance awareness of concepts and terminology and support researchers and specialists in applying modern technologies in social and human sciences. The participation reflects ICAIRE&rsq
Jeddah, March 18, 2026, SPA — The University of Business and Technology (UBT) has reached a significant scientific milestone, enhancing its reputation in the fields of innovation and research on an international level. Dr. Basma El Zein earned a gold medal at the Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions for her groundbreaking work on solar cells, utilizing low-pressure pulsed laser deposition technology to improve the nanostructure of ZnO material. This innovation has been registered as a patent and received recognition from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), a United Nations agency. This acknowledgment underscores
Riyadh, March 16, 2026, SPA — Saudi Electronic University won a gold medal and a bronze medal during its participation in the Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions 2026, in an achievement that reflects the efficiency of its research system and its active role in promoting scientific innovation and developing innovative technological solutions. President of the Saudi Electronic University Mohammed Mardi highlighted the continuous and generous support the education sector receives from the Kingdom’s leadership, noting that this support has significantly enabled educational institutions to strengthen their international pr
Jizan, March 12, 2026, SPA — Jazan University is participating in the 51st edition of the International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva 2026, with three innovative scientific inventions in the health, pharmaceutical, and medical fields, reinforcing its presence in international scientific forums. This participation extends the university’s previous successes at the same exhibition, having competed in two editions and won four international awards, including two gold and two silver medals, reflecting the quality of its research and innovation capabilities. Through this participation, Jazan University reaffirms its commitment to inno
Buraidah, March 03, 2026, SPA — President of Qassim University Dr. Mohammed Al-Sharekh and CEO of South Africa’s Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) Dr. Thulani Dlamini signed an executive program agreement on Sunday covering scientific research and innovation. Qassim University’s vice presidents attended the signing, which took place at the university campus. The agreement aims to foster cooperation in research, development, and innovation projects in advanced technologies prioritized by both sides. It also provides for the exchange of researchers and experts in various areas, particularly in the space and d
Embryology 4.0 and Artificial Intelligence Lead Conference Discussions The First Saudi Conference on Gynecology and Fertility (GFS) concluded its proceedings in Jeddah under the patronage of His Highness Prince Saud bin Abdullah bin Jalawi Al Saud, Governor of Jeddah. The conference brought together more than 40 experts and speakers from a distinguished group of local and international specialists, marking a new milestone in the transformation of specialized healthcare in the Kingdom. This scientific event gathered leading global medical experts under an academic platform organized by Dr. Ayman Oraif, Consultant and Director of the IVF Cen
Riyadh, January 29, 2026, SPA — The King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba) set a new Guinness World Records title for the 16th National Olympiad for Scientific Creativity (Ibdaa 2026), recognized as the largest innovation solutions competition in the world. The achievement reflects the Kingdom’s leading position in supporting innovation and developing human capital. The achievement came after participating students submitted over 34,000 scientific projects to compete in Ibdaa 2026, which recorded more than 357,000 students from across the Kingdom – the highest number in the competitio
Riyadh, January 3, 2026, SPA — The Saudi Space Agency (SSA) recorded a series of landmark achievements in the space sector in 2025 through strategic programs, initiatives, and projects that enhanced the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s standing in space science and technology, supported research and innovation, and built national capabilities, fully aligned with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. Building on the success of the Saudi astronauts’ mission, 11 scientific papers and a patentwere published as outcomes of the “Saudi Towards Space” mission. A first-of-its-kind scientific achievement was achieved by fabricating a nano
