In an formidable jump within the direction of reshaping urban mobility, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has given the inexperienced mild for the development of the town’s first aerial taxi vertiport. Located near Dubai International Airport (DXB), this contemporary facility will serve as a crucial hub…
JEDDAH: The Ministry of Culture has announced 2025 as the “Year of Handicrafts,” recognizing the cultural and artistic significance of this tradition in Saudi society. The initiative, approved by the Cabinet, aims to celebrate Saudi artisans’ creativity and showcase their talents globally. Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan expressed appreciation for the…
The deputy emir of Asir, Prince Khalid bin Sattam, said that it is important to harness all local capabilities to ensure that tourists and other visitors to the region are able to fully enjoy all the attractions and services it has to offer. He was speaking during his weekly meeting at the Royal Hall in…
Since the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage (SCTH) began issuing licenses to private museums, several have opened in Madinah.In Dar Al-Madinah Museum, visitors and researchers can learn about the life of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), Islamic civilization and Madinah’s urban culture.It is “the first and largest specialized museum of the…
Saudi newlyweds Abdulaziz Khashogji and Amirah Al-Bassam tied the knot in style as the first-ever couple to have their “zaffa,” or wedding entrance, on Jeddah’s F1 circuit. “Both of us have unconventional ideas when it comes to our lifestyles,” the 32-year-old groom told Arab News. “The shoot and the location were both iconic and really…
Several private farms in Baha have been renovated and revamped by their owners to reflect agricultural tradition and cultural identity, helping to attract tourists to the area. Among these, Al-Mandaq Governorate’s farms and rural cottages stand out, according to a report by the Saudi Press Agency. These farms, which are located throughout the region, have…
VIENNA: Young Kuwaiti Pianist Rawan Behbehani captivated audiences at the Victoria Hall Theater in Geneva. Her appearance, the first of its kind, is a considerable feat, as the concert venue is known for hosting musical geniuses. Behbehani, a prodigy of classical music, appeared on stage for eight minutes playing the second movement of Beethoven’s four-movement second…
DUBAI: Actress Yara Shahidi attended the Cameron Boyce Foundation’s 2024 Annual Cam For A Cause Gala in Los Angeles on Sunday in a vintage Christian Dior dress. The part-Middle Eastern star attended the gala that is held annually to raise funds to cure epilepsy through funding research, education and awareness campaigns. It is held by the…
JEDDAH: The Jeddah Season returns for another edition on June 28, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday. The event, which is being held under the theme “Once Again,” will include a wide array of live artistic and cultural performances; family-friendly entertainment areas; sports activities; shopping experiences; and a variety of local and international dining…
Sheikh Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, head of the Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque, has approved the launch of 1,000 sessions dedicated to Hajj pilgrims memorizing the Qur’an, Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday. This initiative aligns with the presidency’s plans for this year’s Hajj season to disseminate the morals of…
