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It’s Official: Wednsesday Marks the First Day of Ramadan 2026 in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia has officially announced that the first day of Ramadan 1447 AH will fall on Wednesday day, February 18, 2026, following the confirmed sighting of the crescent moon of Sha’ban at

16 February، 2026

by The Saudi Times

stc Group Supports Over 12 Million Riyadh Season Visitors with Smart Digital Services and Advanced Network Capabilities

stc group enabled a seamless digital experience for more than 12 million Riyadh Season visitors through smart networks, high-speed connectivity, and real-time performance monitoring Advanced 4G, 5G, Wi-Fi, and IoT-ready infrastructure powered entertainment zones and major events, supporting Saudi Arabia’s

15 January، 2026

by The Saudi Times

His Excellency Advisor Turki Alalshikh Crowned “Promoter of the Year 2025” by International Boxing News

His Excellency Advisor Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority and President of the Saudi

Ziyad “Zizo” Almaayouf – A Champion’s Vision for Saudi Arabia

Interviewed & published by: Boudou Gueffai | Editor-in-Chief Ziyad “Zizo” Almaayouf Throwing Punches and Breaking Barriers

Saudi Arabia Ranks No. 1 Globally in AI Security, Privacy and Women’s Empowerment, Stanford Report Finds

Saudi Arabia has secured the top position globally in two critical artificial intelligence categories, according to the 2026 AI Index Report published by the Stanford University Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence. The

15 April، 2026

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Saudi Arabia Launches Five New Rail Corridors to Boost Freight Logistics Under Vision 2030

Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) announced on Tuesday the launch of five new freight rail corridors connecting the Kingdom’s key industrial zones, ports, and cities — a move designed to sharply cut cargo

15 April، 2026

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Saudi Arabia Launches Makkah Entry E-Permits Through Absher and Muqeem for Hajj 2026

Saudi Arabia has launched online Makkah entry e-permits for Hajj 2026 via the Absher and Muqeem portals, with entry restrictions for expatriates now in full effect from April 13.

14 April، 2026

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Saudi Arabia Promotes Education for Peace at UNESCO

Saudi Arabia participated in an international event organized by UNESCO, highlighting its commitment to promoting education as a key driver for peace and global understanding. The Kingdom showcased its educational initiatives aimed

12 April، 2026

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New Saudi Leadership Positions Alat for a More Focused Industrial Future

Alat, the advanced manufacturing arm backed by Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund, is entering a new phase following the departure of former CEO Amit Midha. The leadership transition marks the beginning of

11 April، 2026

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flyadeal Launches Riyadh–Neom Route to Connect Saudi Arabia’s Capital with Its Giga-Project Hub

Saudi Arabia’s fastest-growing low-cost carrier, flyadeal, has launched a new scheduled service connecting Riyadh with Neom Bay Airport, expanding its presence at one of the Kingdom’s most strategically significant destinations. The four-times-weekly

11 April، 2026

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Saudi Arabia Cements Role as Regional Aviation Hub After Jazeera Airways Launches New Jeddah Routes

Saudi Arabia has taken another step in establishing itself as a cornerstone of regional aviation, with Kuwait’s Jazeera Airways this week launching a new service connecting Kuwait to Jeddah via Al Qaisumah–Hafar

11 April، 2026

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Best 5 Equestrian Clubs in Riyadh for Horse Riding Enthusiasts

Equestrianism is one of the most deeply rooted arts in Arab heritage — a tradition that has defined the region’s culture since ancient times. As Saudi Arabia embraces its Vision 2030 transformation,

10 April، 2026

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Qur’an Competitions Launched in Makkah Under Armed Forces Programs

Makkah has witnessed the launch of Qur’an competitions as part of the Armed Forces’ religious programs, aiming to strengthen spiritual values and promote the memorization and recitation of the Holy Qur’an among

9 April، 2026

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Matarat Launches Prequalification Phase for Prince Naif Airport Development

Matarat announced the launch of the prequalification phase for the Prince Naif Airport development project, in an important step aimed at enhancing aviation infrastructure in Saudi Arabia and supporting the accelerated growth

7 April، 2026

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Saudi Citizen Account Program Extended Through 2026 to Support Families

Royal Order Extends Program Until End of Year The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, has directed the extension of the Citizen Account Program until the

6 April، 2026

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Italian Prime Minister Meloni Meets Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah on Friday, marking a significant diplomatic engagement focused on strengthening bilateral relations and exploring new avenues for

6 April، 2026

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Preplix Launches AI Employee Platform for Businesses Across the Kingdom

UK-based startup Preplix has officially launched its AI employee deployment platform, giving businesses the ability to hire artificial intelligence agents directly into their organizational structures. The platform, available at preplix.ai, is designed

5 April، 2026

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Saudi Cities Climb in IMD Smart City Index 2026, Riyadh Breaks Into Top 25

Eight Saudi cities have secured positions in the 2026 IMD Smart City Index, with Riyadh advancing to 24th place globally — up from 27th the previous year — in a result that

4 April، 2026

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Mecca Airport and Metro Plans Advance as Saudi Arabia Readies Holy City for Next Phase of Growth

Plans to develop a new international airport and metro system in Mecca are moving ahead, with detailed feasibility studies for the airport now complete and the strategic and investment framework formally approved,

3 April، 2026

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Saudi Arabia Records 13.9 Million Umrah Performances During Jumada Al-Awwal 1447 AH

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced that 13.9 million Umrah performances were recorded during the Islamic month of Jumada Al-Awwal 1447 AH, with more than 1.7 million foreign pilgrims making

3 April، 2026

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Saudi Post Turns 100: How SPL is Reinventing the Kingdom’s Logistics for the Digital Age

One hundred years ago, Saudi Arabia’s first postal service began operating from a modest network of exchange points that connected the country’s scattered cities and towns. Today, that institution — rebranded as

1 April، 2026

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Saudi Schools Welcome Students Back for Second Semester as Two-Term Calendar Takes Hold

Saudi Arabia’s public schools opened their doors on Wednesday for the second semester of the 2025–2026 academic year, welcoming millions of students back to classrooms following the Eid Al-Fitr holiday. The return

1 April، 2026

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Riyadh Launches Comprehensive Household Demographic Survey Covering 217 Neighbourhoods Across the Capital

The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) has launched the field data collection phase of its Household Demographic Survey, a large-scale program covering the city’s Saudi and non-Saudi residents that began on

31 March، 2026

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Saudi Arabia Reaches Environmental Milestone: One Million Hectares Restored and 159 Million Trees Planted

Saudi Arabia has achieved a landmark milestone in its environmental restoration journey, successfully rehabilitating one million hectares of degraded land and planting more than 159 million trees under the Saudi Green Initiative.

31 March، 2026

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It’s Official: Wednsesday Marks the First Day of Ramadan 2026 in Saudi Arabia

stc Group Supports Over 12 Million Riyadh Season Visitors with Smart Digital Services and Advanced Network Capabilities

His Excellency Advisor Turki Alalshikh Crowned “Promoter of the Year 2025” by International Boxing News

Ziyad “Zizo” Almaayouf – A Champion’s Vision for Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia Ranks No. 1 Globally in AI Security, Privacy and Women’s Empowerment, Stanford Report Finds

Saudi Arabia Launches Five New Rail Corridors to Boost Freight Logistics Under Vision 2030

Saudi Arabia Launches Makkah Entry E-Permits Through Absher and Muqeem for Hajj 2026

Saudi Arabia Promotes Education for Peace at UNESCO

New Saudi Leadership Positions Alat for a More Focused Industrial Future

flyadeal Launches Riyadh–Neom Route to Connect Saudi Arabia’s Capital with Its Giga-Project Hub

Saudi Arabia Cements Role as Regional Aviation Hub After Jazeera Airways Launches New Jeddah Routes

Best 5 Equestrian Clubs in Riyadh for Horse Riding Enthusiasts

Qur’an Competitions Launched in Makkah Under Armed Forces Programs

Matarat Launches Prequalification Phase for Prince Naif Airport Development

Saudi Citizen Account Program Extended Through 2026 to Support Families

Italian Prime Minister Meloni Meets Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah

Preplix Launches AI Employee Platform for Businesses Across the Kingdom

Saudi Cities Climb in IMD Smart City Index 2026, Riyadh Breaks Into Top 25

Mecca Airport and Metro Plans Advance as Saudi Arabia Readies Holy City for Next Phase of Growth

Saudi Arabia Records 13.9 Million Umrah Performances During Jumada Al-Awwal 1447 AH

Saudi Post Turns 100: How SPL is Reinventing the Kingdom’s Logistics for the Digital Age

Saudi Schools Welcome Students Back for Second Semester as Two-Term Calendar Takes Hold

Riyadh Launches Comprehensive Household Demographic Survey Covering 217 Neighbourhoods Across the Capital

Saudi Arabia Reaches Environmental Milestone: One Million Hectares Restored and 159 Million Trees Planted

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