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Art Jameel Announces First-Ever Dual Exhibition Across Jeddah and Dubai
Art Jameel is set to present its first-ever dual exhibition across two cities, with a major contemporary art show opening in both Jeddah and Dubai this May. Titled “Global Positioning System,” the exhibition will run at Hayy Jameel in Jeddah from May 20 to October 17, 2026, and at Jameel Arts Centre in Dubai from…
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Al Khobar’s Camera Museum Opens Today as New Cultural Attraction
Al Khobar has welcomed a new addition to its cultural landscape today, as the Camera Museum officially opens its doors to the public. Located within Taybeen Museum in the Al Aziziyah area, the new space is dedicated entirely to the history and evolution of photography. The museum showcases a curated collection of cameras and visual…
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Yanbu Run 2026 Set for May 2 Along the City’s Coastline
Yanbu is gearing up to host the second edition of its community running event, with Yanbu Run 2026 scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 2, at the Yanbu Industrial City beachfront. Organized by the Royal Commission of Yanbu as part of Saudi Arabia’s growing focus on fitness and wellness, the event continues to build…
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Bnoon Fertility Centers Announce Saudi Arabia’s First AI-Assisted IVF Birth
Saudi Arabia’s decision to designate 2026 as the Year of Artificial Intelligence is already translating into tangible outcomes across sectors. In healthcare, one of the most sensitive and complex fields, that shift has taken a significant step forward. Bnoon Network of Fertility and Women’s Health Centers has announced the birth of the first baby in…
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Riyadh Air Announces New Routes to Jeddah, Madrid, and Manchester
Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, Riyadh Air, has announced plans to expand its network with three new destinations: Jeddah, Madrid, and Manchester, as it moves closer to full commercial operations. The announcement was made on April 20, confirming that the airline will add Jeddah as a key domestic route, while Madrid and Manchester will strengthen…
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Al Qunfudah Mango Festival to Begin This Week on Wednesday
The Al Qunfudah Mango Festival is set to begin this Wednesday, bringing one of Saudi Arabia’s most popular seasonal events back to the Red Sea coastal city. Held annually in Al Qunfudah in the Makkah region, the festival celebrates the start of the mango harvest season, which typically runs from May through the summer months.…
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Saudi Plans 1,500 KM Rail Link Between Dammam and Jeddah
Saudi Arabia is moving forward with plans to develop a major railway project that will connect Dammam on the Arabian Gulf to Jeddah on the Red Sea, covering a distance of around 1,500 kilometers. The project is part of the Kingdom’s broader rail expansion strategy under Vision 2030 and is often referred to as the…
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Riyadh Begins Early Work on Expo 2030 Site as Preparations Move Forward
Saudi Arabia has started early-stage work on the Expo 2030 Riyadh site, marking an important step in preparations for one of the world’s biggest global events. Current efforts are focused on site preparation and infrastructure development rather than full-scale construction. Large areas of land in Riyadh have already been cleared and leveled as part of…
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Saudi Turns Desert Green with New Sustainability Project
Saudi Arabia is transforming parts of its desert landscape through a new sustainability effort that uses treated wastewater to create green corridors across arid regions. The project focuses on reusing wastewater instead of discarding it, turning it into a valuable resource for irrigation and environmental restoration. In Riyadh, this approach has helped create a continuous…
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Saudi Restricts Entry to Makkah Ahead of Hajj Season
Saudi Arabia has introduced new restrictions on entry to Makkah as preparations begin for the upcoming Hajj season, aiming to manage crowds and ensure safety for millions of pilgrims. The new rule came into effect on April 13, requiring all residents and foreign visitors to have an official permit to enter Makkah. Without a valid…
