Riyadh: Assistant Director-General and Regional Representative of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) for the Near East and North Africa AbdulHakim Elwaer emphasized that nearly 40% of the Arab population faces food insecurity, with more than 66 million people in the region suffering from malnutrition. According
Riyadh: As part of the Cultural Investment Conference organized by the Ministry of Culture in Riyadh, a panel discussion titled ‘Who Funds Culture-and Who Gets Heard?’ took place on Monday evening. According to Saudi Press Agency, the panel discussion featured a panel of cultural leaders. Participants discussed topics, including the
Sakaka: The Cultural House in Sakaka marked International Coffee Day with a celebration highlighting the distinctive coffee recipes and traditions from various areas across Saudi Arabia. According to Saudi Press Agency, the event showcased the diverse ways Saudi coffee is prepared across the Kingdom, with each region distinguished by its
Riyadh: International Translation Day is observed annually on September 30 to promote the translation profession worldwide. Launched in 1991 by the International Federation of Translators, the occasion highlights the role of translators in facilitating cultural dialogue and knowledge exchange. It also aims to safeguard this craft, which has long served
Riyadh: Minister of Culture and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Cultural Development Fund (CDF) Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan attended the signing of an agreement to establish the Kingdom’s second private investment fund dedicated to the film sector, with a capital of SAR375 million. According to
Riyadh: Dust-stirring winds are anticipated to affect parts of the Eastern, Riyadh, and Najran regions, while thunderclouds are set to develop in areas including Jazan, Aseer, Al-Baha, and Makkah. According to Saudi Press Agency, the National Center for Meteorology has forecasted that winds over the Red Sea will vary from