Training program for trainers at Princess Nourah University
RIYADH: Staff at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University recently had the chance to take part in a series of training programs to help them develop their own training and development skills, and prepare more effective training resources. A six-day “Training of Trainers” program, provided by the university’s Deanship of Quality and Development, included topics such […]
Bahrain king receives speaker of Saudi Shoura Council
King Hamad expressed appreciation for King Salman’s efforts to strengthen the historical ties between their kingdoms RIYADH: Bahrain’s King Hamad received Saudi Shoura Council Speaker Sheikh Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al Al-Sheikh at Al-Safriya Palace in Manama on Thursday. The king praised the deep-rooted relations between Saudi Arabia and Bahrain and the high level […]
Hail locals relish ancient, nutrition-rich dish on special occasions
Khalea is mostly lamb fat, needs careful preparation Bedouin communities used it for energy in the past RIYADH: Residents of Hail are known to enjoy a local dish, khalea, on special occasions and especially during winter because of its nutritious and calorie-rich properties. Consisting largely of lamb fat, khalea requires tedious and lengthy preparation before […]
Saudi Arabia rejects, condemns Israeli security minister’s visit to Al-Aqsa Mosque compound
The Kingdom’s Foreign Ministry also condemned an Israeli parliament vote to oppose a Palestinian state Continuing and hostile practices toward Islamic sacred sites and international resolutions demonstrate the aggressive approach of Israeli authorities, ministry said RIYADH: Saudi Arabia condemned and rejected in the strongest terms on Thursday a visit made by Israel’s far-right national security […]
Saudi Arabia sets new tourism record
Record 60 million tourists spent a total of SR143 billion in the first half of 2024 Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb: Our country is blessed with a multiplicity of tourist destinations and climate diversity ABHA: A record 60 million tourists to Saudi Arabia during the first half of 2024 spent a total of SR143 billion […]
Saudi Arabia’s ozone-depleting gases reduced to 1%
Results were part of a study conducted on the Kingdom’s refrigeration and air-conditioning facilities to check the extent of their environmental compliance Field survey checked more than 1,200 facilities to evaluate their general condition and respective corrective plans were activated RIYADH: The National Center for Environmental Compliance revealed today that the proportion of gases emitted […]
Al-Baha mayor announces launch of ‘Theatrical Nights’ program
Organized by the Al-Baha Municipality in collaboration with the Saudi Arabian Society for Culture and Arts and the private sector, the event will be held from July 21 to 27 Ali Al-Sawat: Al-Baha Theatrical Nights program will present a diverse range of theatrical performances, including comedic, social, and patriotic themes RIYADH: Ali Al-Sawat, the mayor […]
KSrelief runs medical projects in Sudan, Yemen
RIYADH: The Kingdom’s aid agency KSrelief continues to provide healthcare for vulnerable people in Sudan and Yemen, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The project in Port Sudan for urology surgery, from July 13 to 20, involves 11 volunteers with training in various specialities. The team members have already completed six surgeries. A similar project is […]
Saudi Red Crescent in Makkah region puts in almost 80,000 volunteer hours during second quarter
JEDDAH: The Saudi Red Crescent Authority in the Makkah region revealed its volunteer statistics for the second quarter of 2024, with the number of volunteer hours reaching 79,128. It said the volunteer opportunities ranged from providing first-aid services to worshippers in the courtyards of the Holy Mosque in Makkah to national occasions, international days, events, […]
How a Saudi startup is using AI to boost the efficiency and uptake of solar energy
RIYADH: Mindful of their carbon footprint, a growing number of people are opting to power their homes and businesses with solar photovoltaic systems rather than traditional energy sources. One Saudi startup is leveraging the power of artificial intelligence to help increase uptake. Solar PV systems are a type of renewable energy technology that converts sunlight […]
