Saudi Arabia

Intense Rainstorm Strikes Makkah, Madina, and Jeddah

JEDDAH — Heavy rainfall hit several regions of Makkah, Madinah, and Jeddah on Monday, causing widespread flooding and disrupting traffic. Streets and roads in Makkah, Jeddah, and Madinah were inundate...

Exchange Rate: Saudi Riyal to Pakistani Rupee on January 6, 2025

“The Saudi Riyal exchange rate against the Pakistani Rupee remained stable in the open market, with a buying rate of Rs 74.18 on Monday, January 6, 2025.”

Saudi Arabia Outlines SR 139 Billion Borrowing Plan for 2025

Annual borrowing plan that projects financial needs of about SR 139 billion (about $37 billion) for the fiscal year 2025 has been formally approved by Saudi Arabia's Finance Ministry. This declaration...

Saudi Leadership Offers Condolences Following the Death of Jordan’s Princess Majda

Saudi King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman express condolences to Jordan’s King Abdullah after the passing of Princess Majda Raad in Amman.

Red Alert Issued for Jeddah as Heavy Rain Expected on Monday

JEDDAH — The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) has issued a red alert for Jeddah, forecasting heavy rain from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Monday. The weather is expected to bring strong winds, poor v...

Riyadh Metro to Become Fully Operational as Orange Line Launches on Sunday

RIYADH — The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) has confirmed that Riyadh Metro will achieve full operation on Sunday, January 5, with the commencement of the Orange Line (Line 3). This final add...

Jeddah Airport Achieves Milestone: Over 49 Million Passengers Served in 2024

JEDDAH — King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA) in Jeddah celebrated a groundbreaking achievement in 2024, serving over 49.1 million passengers — the highest number ever recorded by a Saudi airpo...

From Seoul to Saudi: How Korean and Japanese Stores Are Changing Tastes in Saudi Arabia

Discover how Korean and Japanese supermarkets in Saudi Arabia are shaping local tastes, driven by the influence of K-pop, K-dramas, and a growing curiosity for global flavors. From unique snacks to au...

Saudi Arabia Arrests 19,541 Violators in a Week

Saudi Arabia arrested 19,541 violators in one week for residency, work, and border breaches. Learn more about the crackdown and penalties for illegal activities.

What Is the 2025 Supercoppa Italiana and Why In Saudi Arabia?

The 2025 Supercoppa Italiana, which will take place in Saudi Arabia from January 2 to January 6, is expected to be a major football event. The renowned Italian football tournament will be held in the...