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Al-Baha’s Cool Summer Evenings Drive Tourism and Local Business Activity | 📷SPA AL-BAHA, July 22, Saudi Arabia Breaking News — Al-Baha Region is attracting growing numbers of visitors during the summer season, with its cool climate, forests, parks and mountain landscapes supporting increased tourism after sunset. Mild evening temperatures encourage visitors to plan outdoor activities later in the day, when public parks, forest areas, walkways and tourist attractions record h

Princess Iman Expecting Second Child AMMAN, July 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Jordan’s Princess Iman and her husband Jameel Alexander Thermiotis are expecting their second child, Queen Rania announced on Instagram. Queen Rania shared the news with a family silhouette photo and wrote that “the grandchildren club is growing.” The announcement follows the birth of Princess Iman and Thermiotis’ daughter Amina in February 2025. Amina is now set to become a big sister. The Jor

Zuhair Murad Resort 2027 | Courtesy of Zuhair Murad The designer introduced a more relaxed vision of eveningwear and ready-to-wear, balancing his signature embellishment with cleaner lines, softer colours and more versatile pieces. Zuhair Murad approached the season with a softer and more relaxed interpretation of his glamour codes, presenting a collection shaped by the movement of sea waves and a growing demand for understated luxury. The designer replaced heavily structured

Georgina Rodríguez wears her new activewear wardrobe brand. Courtesy of Mimoa DUBAI, July 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Georgina Rodriguez launched Mimoa, a Dubai-based direct-to-consumer activewear and lifestyle brand focused on everyday basics for women. The brand’s first collection includes 27 styles priced under 100 euros, or about $125, with the company saying it aims to make premium activewear and lifestyle wear more accessible. Mimoa is expected to expand to 91 vari

Queen Letizia of Spain WireImage The Spanish queen once again demonstrated her commitment to sustainable fashion by rewearing a long-standing wardrobe favourite for the 15th anniversary of Ethic magazine. Queen Letizia stepped out in one of her signature recycled looks as she attended the 15th anniversary celebration of Ethic magazine at the Ortega-Marañón Foundation headquarters in Madrid. For the occasion, Queen Letizia wore a jade-green sleeveless dress by Hugo Boss, a des

Saudi Sabha prayer beads remain symbol of heritage, identity across generations | 📷SPA RIYADH, June 26 — The Sabha, or prayer beads, continues to hold a prominent place in Saudi society as a symbol of male identity, heritage and social belonging, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) said. Passed down through generations, the Sabha is commonly carried by men during formal gatherings and social occasions. While it retains its religious function as a tool for counting supplications and

Cast member Angelina Jolie poses for pictures on red carpet for the premiere of "Couture" during the Rome Film Festival at the Auditorium Parco della Musica in Rome, Italy, October 18, 2025. REUTERS/Remo Casill PARIS, June 25 — Angelina Jolie said she turned personal pain into performance for the French film Couture, in which she plays a filmmaker diagnosed with breast cancer. The Academy Award-winning actor plays Maxime Walker, a fictional American filmmaker producing a film

Red Wind, Coral Worlds exhibition explores Red Sea history at Hayy Jameel | SPA JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, June 24 — The Red Wind, Coral Worlds exhibition at Hayy Arts in Hayy Jameel, Jeddah, explores the historical, cultural and environmental interactions that have shaped the Red Sea over centuries. The exhibition runs through October 26. It traces the impact of trade, pilgrimage and migration routes on the region’s memory and cultural connections, presenting the Red Sea as a spa

Dua Lipa and Callum Turner Tie the Knot LONDON, May 31 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Dua Lipa and Callum Turner married in an intimate civil ceremony at Old Marylebone Town Hall in London on May 31, according to reports. The ceremony was attended by close family and friends, with photos showing the couple leaving the venue as guests threw confetti. Turner wore a dark navy double-breasted suit, while Lipa wore a custom ivory Schiaparelli Haute Couture suit with a tailored bla

Constantin Brancusi (1876-1957), Danaïde, conceived and cast circa 1913. Bronze with gold leaf and black patina. Height (excluding base): 10⅞ in (27.1 cm). Sold for $107,585,000 MASTERPIECES: The Private Collection of S.I. Newhouse on 18 May 2026 at Christie’s in New York NEW YORK, May 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Christie’s surpassed $1 billion in sales during the opening night of its 20th and 21st Century Art sales week in New York, driven by strong bidding for works b

AROYA Cruises to return to Mediterranean for summer 2026 season (Photography: Courtesy of SPA) JEDDAH, May 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – AROYA Cruises, operated by Cruise Saudi and fully owned by the Public Investment Fund, will return to the Mediterranean during the summer 2026 season, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The cruises will depart from Galataport Istanbul, which will serve as AROYA’s main Mediterranean home port. The seven-night routes will include destination

ALULA, May 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – AlUla is expanding its seasonal tourism offering with heritage tours, adventure activities and luxury hospitality experiences, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The destination is promoting summer travel from May to August, with temperatures up to 10 degrees cooler than other areas in the region. Visitors can explore Hegra, Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Jabal Ikmah, known for its ancient inscriptions. AlUla wi

Miraval The Red Sea set to welcome guests with stunning beachfront villas and lush gardens on May 15. RIYADH, May 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Red Sea Global announced that Miraval The Red Sea will begin welcoming guests on May 15, marking the first international expansion of the luxury Miraval brand outside the United States, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The company said the launch reinforces the Red Sea destination’s position as a global tourism hub after occupancy

RIYADH, May 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The UAE National Orchestra brought Dubai Opera to standing ovation during “Sing for the Nation”, a concert that saw audiences join the orchestra and choi in singing the UAE’s most beloved patriotic songs across generations, in a shared celebration marking the 50th anniversary of the unification of the UAE Armed Forces. The evening’s defining moment came with an unannounced appearance by renowned Emirati singer Hussain Al Jassmi, w

SPA AlUla, March 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — AlUla has seen rising demand since the start of Ramadan from residents and visitors seeking quiet surroundings and varied tourism experiences that combine desert landscapes with heritage and historical sites. The governorate’s calm atmosphere has remained one of its main attractions during the holy month, with many fasting visitors choosing places away from the pace of major cities. AlUla’s landscape of mountains, rock format

Princess Noura bint Faisal Al Saud Riyadh, February 27, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Swedish creative director Johan Lindeberg has permanently relocated to Riyadh to build Jay3lle, a new fashion label launched with Princess Noura bint Faisal Al Saud, who serves as chief executive officer, and his daughter Blue Lindeberg, a cofounder. The label will unveil its first collection with a pop-up at Riyadh Park this week. The pieces include tracksuits, lightweight layers, scu

SPA Brand Dubai launches Ramadan recipes guide with chefs and venues from Proudly from Dubai network Dubai, February 21, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, has launched a Ramadan recipes guide featuring dishes developed with chefs, restaurants and cafes from the “Proudly from Dubai” network as part of the citywide Ramadan in Dubai programme. The “Ramadan Recipes Guide” includes about 40 recipes spanning m

Regal on race day! Zara Tindall was at her elegant best at the Saudi Cup in Riyadh over the weekend X/David Catlow Riyadh, February 16, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Zara Tindall attended the Saudi Cup in Riyadh on Valentine’s Day during a solo visit to Saudi Arabia. Tindall, 44, an Olympic medal-winning equestrian, appeared at the event wearing a pastel pink dress by Australian label Zimmermann as she joined members of the international racing community. The Saudi Cup

SPA Riyadh, February 15, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Red Sea Global, the developer of regenerative tourism destinations, unveiled “Adrena” on Sunday, a contemporary adventure and leisure zone scheduled to open to the public on March 1, following an invitation-only soft launch beginning February 15. Adrena is located a short drive from Shura Island and is designed to serve visitors to The Red Sea destination as well as guests from outside the destination. The zone offe

Courtesy of ELIE SAAB Dubai, February 15, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – ELIE SAAB introduced Oasis Bloom, a Ramadan 2026 capsule collection designed to offer versatility, elegance, and comfort throughout the Holy Month. The collection features fluid silhouettes, muted tones, and meticulous detailing suited to daytime and evening occasions. Inspired by the calm beauty of a desert oasis, Oasis Bloom combines cream, pink-bronze, jasmine, and coral hues, reflecting the shif