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Lifestyle

What to know about Hajj, Islam's sacred pilgrimage

Why are millions of Muslims arriving in Saudi Arabia this week? Here's what you need to know about Hajj, Islam's sacred pilgrimage.

27/06/2023

Saudi Arabia

Millions of Muslims heading to Mecca for Hajj pilgrimage

Around two million Muslims are expected to travel to Mecca in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj pilgrimage as the religious festival returns to full capacity for the first time since the pandemic.

26/06/2023

Sport

Saudi Arabia's quest to become a sport kingdom

In a bid that experts say is to divert the world's eyes from the county's controversial treatment of minorities, Saudi Arabia is targetting football stars and high profile competitions.

06/06/2023

Saudi Arabia

Zelenskyy: Some Arab countries 'turning a blind eye' to invasion

The Ukrainian leader is making his first trip to Saudi Arabia, meeting leaders at the Arab League summit in the Red Sea city of Jeddah.

19/05/2023

Sport

Lionel Messi's father denies Saudi Arabia move

Lionel Messi's father, Jorge Messi denied reports of the 35-year-old agreeing to sign a lucrative contract to play in Saudi Arabia next year.

09/05/2023

Culture news

Explore heritage, history and religion at the Islamic Art Biennale

Elise Morton recently returned from the world's first Islamic Art Biennale and discovered an exhibition divided into two experiences: Qiblah reflecting daily ritual of acts and faith, while Hijrah explores migration issues.

18/04/2023

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Saudi Arabia: Unprecedented hailstorm blocks roads in Al-Baha

The city of Al-Baha in Saudi Arabia has been transformed after a heavy hailstorm hit the region on Monday.

11/04/2023

Culture news

Meet the artistic director of the first ever Islamic Arts Biennale

The world's first Islamic Arts Biennale is running in Saudi Arabia as the country continues to diversify its interests and increase efforts, some say, to change perceptions. Discover more about Sumayya Vally, the exhibition and the South African woman artistically directing the show.

09/04/2023

Saudi Arabia

Saudi oil giant Aramco reports record profit of €151 billion for 2022

Aramco is the latest energy company to announce record earnings in 2022, helped by soaring energy prices following Russia's war in Ukraine.

12/03/2023

Culture news

Take a virtual hot air balloon trip over Saudi Arabia's ancient tombs

Saudi Arabia's Hegra Archaeological Site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has been recreated in the metaverse, offering virtual tours of its ancient tombs.

22/02/2023

Cult

Why MDLBEAST Soundstorm is the Middle East's biggest music festival

In partnership with Visit Saudi

Over 700,000 enjoy headline acts from Tiesto, Marshmello, Post Malone, Bruno Mars and David Guetta, to name a few. This is MDLBEAST Soundstorm.

10/02/2023

Explore

Mountaintops, flower men and folk art: Inside Saudi’s Aseer province

In partnership with Visit Saudi

Explore Azeer's hipster cafes and hiking trails that are sure to take your breath away.

06/02/2023

Culture news

Here's how Cristiano Ronaldo may be allowed to break Saudi Arabia law

It's been reported that Cristiano Ronaldo and his girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez will be allowed to share a home in Saudi Arabia despite the Kingdom's laws which forbid unmarried couples from living together

10/01/2023

Tech News

Saudi Arabia jails two Wikipedia staff to 'control content'

Two Saudi Wikipedia administrators were jailed for 32 years and eight years in government efforts to control information, say NGOs.

06/01/2023

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Ronaldo welcomed in Riyadh by his new club Al Nassr

Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo received a thunderous reception at a packed, 25,000-capacity Mrsool Park in Riyadh, which erupts in cheers and pyrotechnics as he appears in Al Nassr's yellow and blue kit.

04/01/2023

Saudi Arabia

'A new era': China's Xi hails Saudi Arabia visit

The meeting between the two leaders is being carefully watched by the United States, whose relations with the Gulf-state and the Asian superpower remain highly fractured

09/12/2022

Home

Scientists design windows that convert sunlight into wireless Internet

Saudi scientists have coded sunlight into an Internet signal thanks to a specially adapted glass window.

07/12/2022

Cult

Actor Edward Norton calls for worldwide action on climate change

“We need to tell a better story about what's going on in the world and why we all need to get involved, actor Edward Norton tells Euronews Culture.

02/12/2022

Travel News

Cruises, supporting Ukraine and VR all on the agenda at WTTC summit

The war in Ukraine has seen the industry pull together to support hospitality colleagues and refugees.

30/11/2022

Travel News

How Saudi plans to become a top tourist destination

The World Travel and Tourism Global Summit is currently taking place in Riyadh

30/11/2022

Travel News

Global tourism rebounds strongly after COVID-19

Prior to the pandemic, the worldwide travel and tourism industry accounted for just over 10% of global GDP. After a difficult 2020 and 2021, with, some false starts in the industry due to new variants of COVID-19, tourism is almost at similar levels now.

30/11/2022

Spotlight

Global Cybersecurity Forum: rethinking the global cyber order

In partnership with Global Cybersecurity Forum

Transcending borders and impacting every aspect of people's lives, the cyber landscape is more complex than ever before. The Forum sought to improve peace of mind for parents, business owners, and governments while serving justice to cyber criminals.

25/11/2022

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Watch: World record-breaking drone display in Riyadh

It marks the launch of Saudi Arabia's first electric vehicle brand, Ceer.

24/11/2022

Saudi Arabia

Who is the French coach behind Saudi Arabia’s World Cup success?

French coach Hervé Renard led Saudi Arabia to a landmark 2-1 win against Argentina

22/11/2022

Saudi Arabia

'Jamal died again today': Anger at Saudi prince's Khashoggi 'immunity'

US intelligence services have previously said that the Saudi crown prince likely approved the journalist's killing.

18/11/2022

Partner content

Saudi’s diverse cultural calendar is full of surprises

Partner content presented by Visit Saudi

From nomads and flower men to pop-rock bands and techno DJs, all walks of life are shaping the cultural scene in the Kingdom

17/11/2022