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International Arabian Horse Show Opens in Dirab with Record Yearling Filly Participation
SPA Riyadh, December 10, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The eighth International Arabian Horse Show, organized by the King Abdulaziz Arabian Horse Center in Dirab and held from December 9 to 13, began with participation from major studs from Saudi Arabia and abroad. The opening day featured the yearling fillies category, divided into eight groups with 182 total entries, representing one of the highest participation numbers recorded for this class since the championship’s
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UAE Leaders Extend Condolences to King Salman on Bereavement
SPA Riyadh, December 10, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan sent a message of condolences to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud following the passing of the mother of Prince Mishaal bin Badr bin Saud bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice
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Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Inaugurates New Facilities at King Salman Air Base in Riyadh
SPA Riyadh, December 9, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, inaugurated new facilities at King Salman Air Base in the central sector during a ceremony held in Riyadh on Tuesday. The project forms part of strategic development initiatives aimed at strengthening the combat readiness of the Royal Saudi Air Force. Upon arrival at the base, HRH the Crown Prince was received by Min
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Kremlin Rejects Claims That Putin Seeks to Restore Soviet Union or Attack NATO
Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks during his meeting with members of the Council of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) Parliamentary Assembly at the Senate Palace of the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia December 8, 2025. Moscow, December 9, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Kremlin said on Tuesday that European assertions suggesting Russian President Vladimir Putin aims to restore the Soviet Union or intends to attack a NATO member are incorrect. Putin, w
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Riyadh to Host 8th International Arabian Horse Beauty Show from December 9–13
SPA Riyadh, December 9, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Riyadh is preparing to host the 8th International Arabian Horse Beauty Show 2025, organized by the King Abdulaziz Center for Purebred Arabian Horses at its Dirab headquarters from December 9 to 13. The event brings together leading studs from Saudi Arabia and abroad in a competition showcasing purebred Arabian horses and their bloodlines. The show includes 37 qualifying classes, each with prizes of 300,000 Saudi riya
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Louvre Museum Staff Announce Strike from December 15 Over Pay, Conditions and Management Issues
People stand outside the Louvre Museum, after French police arrested suspects in the Louvre heist case, in Paris, France October 26, 2025. REUTERS/Abdul Saboor Paris, December 9, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Staff at France’s Louvre Museum plan to strike from December 15 over pay, working conditions and management issues, according to a strike notice sent to the Ministry of Culture by three unions. The stoppage adds to a series of recent incidents that have placed the
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Deals Day Event Generates Over SAR 1 Billion in Market Value at Jeddah Water Sustainability Conference
SPA Jeddah, December 9, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Deals Day event at the Innovation Driven Water Sustainability Conference in Jeddah is positioning itself as a key economic platform, converting innovations into market value exceeding SAR 1 billion by connecting startups with investors and decision-makers locally and internationally. The event is organized by the Saudi Water Innovation Center, the innovation arm of the Saudi Water Authority. According to organize
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Magnitude 7.5 Earthquake Strikes Northeastern Japan, Injures 30 and Triggers Tsunami Waves
Tokyo, December 9, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – A magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck northeastern Japan late Monday night, injuring 30 people and generating tsunami waves that reached up to 70 centimetres along the Pacific coast, according to the Japanese government. The Japan Meteorological Agency said the earthquake occurred at 11:15 p.m. off the eastern coast of Aomori Prefecture at a depth of 54 kilometres. The agency warned that another earthquake of similar or stron
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Princess Reema bint Bandar Participates in 10KSA Awareness Initiative in Abha
SPA Abha, December 9, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Turki bin Talal bin Abdulaziz, Governor of the Asir Region and Chairman of its Development Authority, Her Royal Highness Princess Reema bint Bandar bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, Ambassador of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques to the United States of America, joined local residents in activating the 10KSA initiative aimed at raising awareness on the prevention of all canc
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Red Sea International Film Festival Screens Tarantino Film and Honors Indian Actress Rekha
SPA Jeddah, December 9, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Red Sea International Film Festival 2025, held under the theme “For the Love of Cinema” from December 4 to 13, continued its activities with participation from leading local and international film figures, reinforcing its position as a key platform for supporting the regional film industry. The festival announced a special screening of “Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair”, directed by American filmmaker Quentin T
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Saudi Arabia and Qatar Issue Joint Statement at Conclusion of Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani’s Visit
SPA Riyadh, December 8, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia and Qatar issued a joint statement at the end of the visit of Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, made at the invitation of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. According to the statement, HRH the Crown Prince received the Amir of Qatar at Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh. Both sides held of
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Saudi FM Meets Qatar’s PM and Foreign Minister in Riyadh
SPA Riyadh, Dec 9 (SABN) – Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met on Monday with Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani. The meeting reviewed bilateral relations, areas of cooperation and ways to develop them in line with the aspirations of the leaderships and peoples of both countries. Following the meeting, Prince Faisal and Sheikh Mohammed co-chaired the Executi
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Saudi Arabia and Qatar sign agreement for Riyadh–Doha high-speed rail project
SPA Riyadh, Dec. 9 (SABN) – His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani witnessed the signing of an agreement to implement a high-speed electric passenger railway project connecting Saudi Arabia and Qatar. The agreement was signed by Minister of Transport and Logistic Services Saleh Al-Jasser and Qatar’s Minister of Transport Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin
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Jane Ortega Closes Marrakech International Film Festival with Asymmetrical Lanvin Look
Jenna Ortega wears an asymmetrical red choker dress by Lanvin as she attends the Closing Red Carpet during the 22nd Marrakech International Film Festival on Saturday in Marrakech, Morocco. Getty Images Riyadh, December 9, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Jane Ortega concluded her appearances at the Marrakech International Film Festival with a structured Lanvin design, maintaining the sculpted aesthetic she opted for throughout the event. For the closing ceremony, Ortega
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Sheikh Theyab bin Zayed Crowns Lando Norris 2025 Formula 1 World Champion in Abu Dhabi
WAM Abu Dhabi, December 9, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Zayed Al Nahyan crowned McLaren driver Lando Norris as the 2025 Formula 1 World Champion following the season-ending round of the Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at Yas Marina Circuit. Sheikh Theyab also crowned Red Bull driver Max Verstappen as the winner of the 17th edition of the Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. He congratulated the winners on their achievements and their performa
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BRIDGE Summit 2025 Opens in Abu Dhabi with Over 60,000 Participants
📷WAM Abu Dhabi, December 8, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The BRIDGE Summit 2025 opened today in Abu Dhabi, bringing together more than 60,000 creators, media and content professionals, artists, producers, publishers, entrepreneurs, investors, universities, and research centers. The event features over 400 international speakers and 300 exhibitors, making it the region’s largest media and content gathering. Held at the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi until December 10, the summ
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AlUla Named World’s Leading Cultural Tourism Project 2025 at World Travel Awards
📷SPA Riyadh, December 8, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – AlUla has been designated the World’s Leading Cultural Tourism Project 2025 at the World Travel Awards, further strengthening its position as a global destination for culture, heritage, exploration, and discovery. The recognition — regarded as the highest distinction in the travel and tourism industry — follows AlUla receiving the largest number of votes from international experts, senior executives, specialist t
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Cultural Development Fund Participates in Red Sea Film Festival as Official Sponsor
📷SPA Jeddah, December 8, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Cultural Development Fund is participating in the fifth edition of the Red Sea International Film Festival as the official sponsor, underscoring its role in supporting the Kingdom’s film industry. The fund’s involvement includes sponsoring several festival events and maintaining a presence in the festival market, which brings together filmmakers, investors, and institutions active in the sector. As part of its
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Saudi Arabia’s Real GDP Grows 4.8% in Q3 2025, GASTAT Says
Riyadh, December 8, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s real gross domestic product (GDP) grew 4.8% in the third quarter of 2025 compared with the same period last year, the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) said in its Q3/2025 bulletin. Growth was driven by increases across all main economic activities year-on-year. Oil activities rose by 8.3%, non-oil activities by 4.3%, and government activities by 1.4%. Seasonally adjusted real GDP increased 1.4% co
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Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Receives Phone Call from French President Macron
Riyadh, December 8, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received a phone call today from President Emmanuel Macron of France. The call reviewed regional and international developments and the ongoing efforts aimed at enhancing security and stability. Both sides also discussed bilateral relations and existing areas of cooperation, in addition to several topics of mutual inter
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