Riyadh: A government press conference will be held on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, featuring Minister of Education Yousef Al-Benyan, who will highlight key developments for the 1447 AH academic year. He will address the ongoing transformation of the education sector, school empowerment initiatives, and efforts to create a flexible, value-driven

Riyadh: The National Competitiveness Center’s (NCC) Public Consultation Platform, Istitlaa, has put forward 57 projects related to economic and development affairs. In cooperation with 19 government bodies, the NCC invites the general public, government entities, and the private sector to express their views and feedback on projects prior to their

Riyadh: The Saudi Stock Exchange Main Index ended trading lower today, losing 107.47 points to close at 10,791.64. The total value of traded shares amounted to SAR4.6 billion. According to Saudi Press Agency, the Saudi Parallel Market Index (Nomu) also closed lower, declining by 213.58 points to 26,235.80. Trading volume

Riyadh: Mangoes are a major focus for Egyptian farmers, particularly in Ismailia Governorate, which is a hub for the cultivation of this important crop. The fruit holds significant nutritional and economic value, contributing to Egypt’s agricultural standing and global exports. According to Saudi Press Agency, Ismailia is Egypt’s leading mango

Riyadh: The International Falcon Breeders Auction 2025, organized by the Saudi Falcons Club at its headquarters in Malham, north of Riyadh, running through August 25, brings together elite falcon breeders from around the world. According to Saudi Press Agency, Jiri Vesely, owner of Aila Falcons Farm in the Czech Republic,

Riyadh: Pre-Islamic poet Maymun bin Qais, known as Al-Asha Al-Kabir, is celebrated for his profound impact on Arabic poetry. Born around 570 AD in the town of Manfuha, south of modern-day Riyadh, Al-Asha grew up in a vibrant cultural environment and traveled extensively in pursuit of literary fame. According to