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Diriyah Biennale Foundation Shortlists Four Studios for AlMusalla Prize 2027 RIYADH, June 3 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Diriyah Biennale Foundation announced four architecture studios shortlisted for the AlMusalla Prize 2027, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The prize, launched in 2024, invites architects to reimagine spaces of worship through the design of an adaptable musalla for prayer and contemplation. The shortlisted studios are Al-Jawad Pike from the United King

Saudi Traditional Arts Institute Launches Najdi Doors Training Programm | Photography: SPA RIYADH, June 2 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The 18-month programme in Unayzah will train Saudi participants in traditional carpentry, Najdi decoration and the craft of making doors linked to the Kingdom’s architectural heritage. The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts, Wrth, has opened registration for a new cohort of its apprenticeship programme specialising in carpentry arts and Na

Sharjah Brings the Story of Mleiha to Warsaw International Book Fair | Photography: WAM BUCHAREST, June 2 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The Polish edition was published by Sonia Draga Sp. z o.o. and launched during Sharjah’s participation as Guest of Honour at the Warsaw International Book Fair 2026. The event was held at Księgarnia Korekty bookstore in the Polish capital and brought together readers, publishers, cultural figures and media representatives. The programme expl

Saudi Arabia Opens Guest of Honor Pavilion at Kuala Lumpur Book Fair | Photography: SPA KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia inaugurated its pavilion as Guest of Honor at the Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair 2026, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The fair runs from May 29 to June 7 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur. The Kingdom’s pavilion presents Saudi Arabia’s cultural and literary landscape through panel discussions, poetry evenings, li

Ithra to Launch Four-Day Eid Al-Adha Program With More Than 30 Events | Photography: SPA DAMMAM, May 24 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture, known as Ithra, will launch a four-day Eid Al-Adha program starting on the second day of the holiday, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday. The program will run from May 28 to 31, corresponding to 11-14 Dhu Al-Hijjah 1447, and will feature more than 30 cultural and entertainment events. The Sau

Diriyah's UNESCO-listed At-Turaif District hosts International Museum Day with palace storytelling, architectural sketching and museum conservation workshops | Photography: SPA RIYADH, May 21 — The Diriyah Gate Development Authority concluded its International Museum Day celebrations at At-Turaif Historical District, with cultural programmes and activities focused on heritage, architecture and museum practices. The events included “Tours and Stories from Diriyah’s Palaces,” a

Diriyah Art Futures launches Art Futures Camp for teenage digital artists | Photography: SPA RIYADH, May 20 — Diriyah Art Futures (DAF) has launched the inaugural edition of Art Futures Camp 2026, a three-week programme focused on digital art and new media for teenage creatives, SPA reported. The camp, scheduled to run from June 28 to July 16 in Riyadh, will bring together 14 Arabic-speaking participants aged between 14 and 18 to explore digital art under the guidance of indu

Sheikha Hoor bint Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi Introduces Sharjah Design Council and New Global Design Initiative | Photography: WAM SHARJAH, May 20 — Sheikha Hoor bint Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Head of the Sharjah Creative Quarter, has issued a decision establishing the Sharjah Design Council, WAM reported. The council will be followed by the launch of Sharjah Design Days, a specialised platform bringing together designers, creatives and specialists from around the wor

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

Jeddah’s House of Islamic Arts marks International Museum Day |Photography: SPA JEDDAH, May 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The House of Islamic Arts in Jeddah marked International Museum Day 2026 with a special exhibition focused on traditional life and heritage, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The exhibition offered visitors a cultural journey into the past through rare collectibles and personal items contributed by collectors and heritage enthusiasts from Saudi Arabia a

Saudi Islamic Affairs pavilion draws visitors at Doha International Book Fair | Photography: Courtesy of SPA DOHA, May 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance pavilion drew strong visitor interest at the 34th Doha International Book Fair, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The pavilion is participating within the Saudi Arabia stand and highlights the Kingdom’s efforts to serve Islam and Muslims. Visitors engaged with an intera

Ancient Egyptian paintings adorn the newly restored tomb wall, inside the recently restored ancient "Samut" (TT417) in the El-Khokha necropolis on the west bank of the Nile in Luxor, where Egyptian authorities have announced the completion of restoration work on two 18th Dynasty tombs belonging to Amenhotep Rabuia and his son Samut, dating back to the reigns of Pharaohs Thutmose III and Thutmose IV, that contain scenes illustrating daily life, funerary practices, and religiou

Ithra films screen at 154 international festivals (Photography: SPA) DHAHRAN, May 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Films produced by the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture, known as Ithra, have screened at 154 international film festivals, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The films include 123 works inspired by Saudi culture across fiction, documentary and virtual reality genres. Ithra productions have won 60 international awards in 33 countries, reflecting the growing

Sheikha Latifa inaugurates Art Dubai’s 20th edition (Photography: WAM) Dubai, May 15, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, inaugurated the 20th edition of art Dubai at Madinat Jumeirah on Thursday, under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, ahead of its public opening from May 15 to 17. “For twenty years

Saudi Arabia opens pavilion at Doha International Book Fair 2026 (Photography: SPA) DOHA, May 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission inaugurated the kingdom’s pavilion at the Doha International Book Fair 2026, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The exhibition runs from May 14 to 23 and reflects Saudi Arabia’s growing presence in publishing and the regional and global cultural landscape. Commission CEO Dr. Abdullatif Al

Princess Haifa bint Faisal tours the Qassim archives center's date exhibition, engaging in a guided discussion about the displayed artifacts. BURAIDAH, May 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Princess Haifa bint Faisal bin Abdulaziz visited the Documents and Archives Center at Qassim Region Governorate and the “Aqdaa Bil Tamr Afdal” exhibition in Buraidah, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Princess Haifa, chairperson of Zahra Association and chairperson of the Saudi Cancer Socie

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

ROME, May 7 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Music Commission concluded the Marvels of Saudi Orchestra concert in Rome under the patronage of Minister of Culture Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The concert, held at the Colosseum, featured a performance by Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli. It brought together 32 musicians from the Saudi National Orchestra and Choir and 30 musicians from an Italian orchestra in a joint performance

Photography | Courtesy of SPA DIRIYAH, May 3— The third edition of the Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale, titled “In Interludes and Transitions,” closed on May 2, 2026, after bringing together 68 artists from more than 37 countries at JAX District near the UNESCO World Heritage Site of At-Turaif. Organised by the Diriyah Biennale Foundation, the exhibition featured more than 25 new commissions across 12,900 square meters of exhibition halls, courtyards and terraces, with scen

RIYADH, April 30 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s Music Commission said the 11th stop of its “Marvels of Saudi Orchestra” world tour will be held in Rome in May and will feature Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli. The event will include performances by the Saudi National Orchestra and Choir, as well as Saudi performing arts presented by the Theater and Performing Arts Commission, the commission said. The concert will feature Saudi, Italian and international works perfo