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International falcon shipments arrive in Saudi Arabia ahead of Malham auction RIYADH, August 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Falcon shipments from breeding farms in Austria, the Netherlands, Romania and Ireland have begun arriving in Saudi Arabia ahead of an international auction near Riyadh. The International Falcon Breeders Auction will take place from August 5 to 25 in Malham and will be organised by the National Center for Falcons. Breeders will offer falcons through dir

Saudi Arabia unveils ‘Our Pride Lies in Our Nature’ as 2026 National Day theme RIYADH, July 31 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia unveiled “Our Pride Lies in Our Nature” as the official theme for the Kingdom’s 96th National Day celebrations on September 23. General Entertainment Authority Chairman Turki Alshaikh announced the theme alongside a new visual identity connecting Saudi heritage and cultural values with the country’s future ambitions. The identity includes

July full moon lights up Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders ARAR, July 30 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Clear skies offered residents and photographers across Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders Region an unobstructed view of July’s full moon on Wednesday. Adnan Khalifa, a member of the Astronomy and Space Club, said the July full moon is known in some North American Indigenous traditions as the “Buck Moon” or “Deer Moon,” referring to the period when male deer begin growing new an

Al-Khobar turns traffic circles into record of Saudi history | 📷SPA AL-KHOBAR, July 29 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Roundabouts and public squares across Al-Khobar are taking on a second role beyond managing traffic, using architecture and public art to trace Saudi Arabia’s history and changing urban identity. Among the largest is the Vision 2030 Roundabout on Al-Khobar Corniche. Spanning 11,300 square metres, the installation comprises 84 units forming images of King Salm

International Falcon Breeders Auction Sales Top SAR13 Million as Global Participation Grows | 📷SPA RIYADH, July 27, Saudi Arabia Breaking News – Sales at the International Falcon Breeders Auction rose 23% to more than SAR13 million in 2025 as the event attracted a larger number of breeding farms and participating countries. The number of falcons sold increased 27% to 1,103, compared with 872 in 2024, when total sales exceeded SAR10 million. International participation also e

Arees Well Preserves Story of Prophet Muhammad’s Lost Ring in Madinah MADINAH, July 25 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Arees Well in Quba, widely known as the Well of the Ring, is linked to the loss of a silver ring once used by the Prophet Muhammad to seal official letters, according to historical sources. The ring carried the inscription “Muhammad, the Messenger of Allah.” Following the Prophet’s death, it was entrusted successively to the caliphs Abu Bakr, Umar and Uthm

International Falcon Breeders Auction to Open in Malham on August 5 RIYADH, July 23, Saudi Arabia Breaking News – Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Falcons will begin its 2026 programme of specialized events with the International Falcon Breeders Auction, scheduled from August 5 to 25 in Malham, north of Riyadh. The three-week event will bring together falcon farms from Saudi Arabia and other countries, alongside exhibitors specializing in falconry equipment and supplies. Fa

Saudi Arabia Launches 365-Day Multiple-Entry Umrah Visa RIYADH, July 20, Saudi Arabia Breaking News — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has introduced a multiple-entry Umrah visa valid for 365 days from its date of issuance, allowing holders to enter the Kingdom several times and remain for a cumulative maximum of 90 days. Travellers must purchase a service package from an approved provider through the Nusuk platform for every visit. The duration of each package canno

Saudi Arabia Enters Hottest Period of Summer as Peak Temperatures Begin RIYADH, July 17, Saudi Arabia Breaking News — Saudi Arabia entered the hottest period of the summer on Thursday, beginning several weeks during which most regions are expected to experience their highest annual temperatures. The period typically extends from mid-July until early August, according to Barjas Al-Fulaih of the AFAQ Society for Astronomy. Al-Fulaih said the phase is traditionally known as the

RCU Launches Khayrat AlUla Agricultural Season for 2026–2027 | 📷SPA ALULA, July 11, Saudi Arabia Breaking News — The Royal Commission for AlUla has launched the Khayrat AlUla agricultural season for 2026–2027, advancing efforts to improve production efficiency, support farmers and strengthen the competitiveness of the governorate’s agricultural sector. The initiative forms part of RCU’s work to establish a more efficient and sustainable agricultural ecosystem through digital

King Salman Delegates Makkah Deputy Governor to Wash Holy Kaaba | SPA MAKKAH, June 30 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - On behalf of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of Makkah Region Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz washed the Holy Kaaba on Tuesday, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Upon his arrival, Prince Saud washed the interior of the Kaaba with Zamzam water mixed with rose water and oud, SPA said. The inner walls of the Kaaba

General view of Saudi Aramco's Ras Tanura oil refinery and oil terminal in Saudi Arabia May 21, 2018. REUTERS/Ahmed Jadallah RIYADH, June 28 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - A helicopter belonging to Saudi oil giant Aramco crashed on Sunday in Ras Tanura on Saudi Arabia’s eastern coast on the Gulf, killing 14 nationals. The incident occurred at 6 a.m. local time, west of the Strait of Hormuz. The cause of the crash was not immediately known. Relevant authorities launched a full

Saudi customs authority thwarts smuggling of 1,098 kg of narcotics and 25 million pills RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, June 26 — Saudi Arabia’s Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority said it thwarted attempts to smuggle 1,098 kilograms of narcotics and 25,112,378 prohibited pills through the Kingdom’s land, sea and air ports of entry. The attempts were recorded between June 1, 2025, and May 31, 2026. ZATCA said the illicit substances were concealed using different methods inside shipments i

Saudi Arabia urges global action to protect children in armed conflicts NEW YORK, June 26 — Saudi Arabia affirmed before the UN Security Council that protecting children in armed conflicts is a shared global responsibility requiring concerted efforts to address its root causes and repercussions, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) said. Delivering the Kingdom’s statement, Permanent Representative of Saudi Arabia to the United Nations Abdulaziz Alwasil said Saudi Arabia places childr

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

Saudi weather center issues heat warning for Eastern Region, rain alert for Al-Baha DAMMAM/AL-BAHA, Saudi Arabia, June 25 — Saudi Arabia’s National Center of Meteorology issued weather alerts for the Eastern Region and Al-Baha on Thursday. The center warned of a heat wave accompanied by active winds in parts of the Eastern Region, including Buqayq, Al-Udayd, Dhablotin, Al-Ahsa, Al-Hijr and affiliated areas. The conditions are expected to raise dust and reduce horizontal visib

King Salman to host 1,000 Umrah performers at personal expense RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, June 24 — Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has approved the hosting of 1,000 male and female Umrah performers from around the world at his personal expense. The initiative falls under the Guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Program for Hajj, Umrah, and Visit, implemented by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance. The program will be

Thunderstorms, Hail Forecast Across Parts of Saudi Arabia RIYADH, June 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Thunderstorms accompanied by hail and gusty winds are forecast to continue in parts of Jazan, Aseer, Al-Baha and Makkah regions, the National Center for Meteorology reported. Maximum temperatures are also expected to continue rising in the Eastern Region. The center forecast gusty winds and blowing dust in parts of the Eastern Region, as well as parts of Madinah, Hail, Tab

Saudi Civil Defense Urges Installation of Smoke Detectors in Buildings RIYADH, June 21 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Civil Defense urged the installation of smoke detectors in residential and commercial buildings as a measure to enhance public safety and reduce fire risks, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The directorate said smoke detectors help protect lives and property through early detection. It said the devices can limit fire damag

Saudi Arabia Records 15,288 Residency, Labor and Border Security Violations in One Week RIYADH, June 21 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia recorded 15,288 violations of residency, labor and border security laws during inspection campaigns carried out across the Kingdom from June 11 to June 17, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The Ministry of Interior said the violations included 7,864 residency violations, 4,576 border security violations and 2,848 labor law violatio