RIYADH: When picking up a pencil or paintbrush to create an artwork, self-taught Saudi artist Dana Almasoud channels her inner child. “As soon as a child picks up a pencil, they attempt to draw or capture a sense of what they see through their eyes on paper. The majority of them stop at some point … Read more
DUBAI: Wars devastate lives, economies, and infrastructure, but what is often overlooked is the lasting damage they cause to the environment in the form of emissions, pollutants, and the destruction of habitats. The war in Gaza has been no exception. Since the Oct. 7 Hamas-led attack on southern Israel, the Gaza Strip has come under … Read more
MAKKAH: Saudi Arabia is home to a rich tapestry of folkloric arts, each with its own distinct features, but all with the same purpose: to express the Kingdom’s history, culture, and heroism. Over time, these artistic traditions have become essential components of a variety of events and holidays. They predominantly take the form of ardah … Read more
BEIRUT: Israel killed a top Hezbollah official and three paramedics affiliated with the group in airstrikes on Thursday. Hassan Mahmoud Saleh, a missile unit commander, was killed in the town of Kafr Rumman. The paramedics, from the Hezbollah-affiliated Islamic Health Authority, were killed in the town of Blida. The assassination of Saleh was Israel’s third … Read more
How Saudi Arabia is reshaping transportation infrastructure amid climate change challenges RIYADH: In the face of escalating climate change challenges, Saudi Arabia is spearheading a transformation of its transportation sector with a series of groundbreaking initiatives. As the Middle East and North Africa region grapples with surging population growth, rapid urbanization, and a burgeoning middle … Read more
RIYADH: Achievements by the King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Development Authority mean the organization has taken significant steps towards its environmental goals. Aligning with Vision 2030 and the Saudi Green Initiative, as well as strategic targets for royal reserves and the authority’s own objectives, its efforts last year enhanced volunteer work by involving local communities in … Read more