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Light Pillars Illuminate Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders in a Rare Winter Spectacle

Arar – Residents of Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders Region were treated to a rare and visually stunning natural phenomenon as

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Saudi Arabia Welcomes Yemen Prisoner Exchange as Step Toward Peace and Humanitarian Relief

Riyadh – Saudi Arabia has welcomed the recent agreement between Yemen’s Houthi group and the internationally recognized Yemeni government to

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Saudi Roads Authority and NHC Lead Innovative Construction Waste Recycling Initiative at Al-Fursan

Riyadh – The Roads General Authority, in partnership with the National Housing Company, has launched a groundbreaking initiative to recycle

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Saudi Ministry and KAUST Launch Transformative Initiative to Boost Local Manufacturing

Riyadh – Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, in partnership with the King Abdullah University of Science and

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Saudi Educator Earns Global Recognition for Innovation and Inclusive Teaching

Riyadh – A Saudi primary school teacher from Jubail Industrial City has earned international recognition after being shortlisted among the

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Qiddiya Pioneers Entertainment and Tourism Growth Ahead of Six Flags Opening

Riyadh – Qiddiya City is set to redefine the entertainment and tourism landscape in Saudi Arabia as it prepares for

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KAUST Advances Environmental Protection with AI-Powered Oil Spill Prediction

Jeddah – King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, in collaboration with SARsatX, has made a breakthrough in environmental protection

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Al-Qatif Street Food Festival Highlights Saudi Culinary Heritage and Innovation

Al-Qatif – The Al-Qatif Street Food Festival, organized by the Saudi Culinary Arts Commission, has launched a vibrant celebration of

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Saudi Arabia and GCC Leadership Reinforce Regional Unity in High-Level Riyadh Meeting

Riyadh – Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, held a constructive meeting in Riyadh with Gulf

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AlUla Revives Tantora Ceremony, Celebrating Living Heritage and Seasonal Wisdom

AlUla – The revival of the historic Tantora Ceremony in AlUla Old Town marks a meaningful return to one of