RIYADH: With a new branch in Makkah, Magrabi Hospitals and Centers are expanding to more Saudi cities to meet the growing demand for specialized ophthalmological and dentistry care. Minister of Health Fahad Al-Jalajel inaugurated the medical complex and one-day surgery center in the holy city, accompanied by Magrabi Hospitals and Centers CEO Mutasim Alireza, the … Read more
MAKKAH: During Eid Al-Fitr, pilgrims in the holy city of Makkah don their best outfits to celebrate, transforming areas of the Grand Mosque into a bright symphony of colors that showcase the diversity of the Muslim community. Adorned in elegant attire, pilgrims from all corners of the globe share in the joyous atmosphere, each embracing … Read more
MAKKAH: Makkah’s museums attract Muslims from across the world and enrich the pilgrimage experience. They also offer revealing insights into the Kingdom’s history and its dedication to Hajj and Umrah performers. Dr. Fahd Al-Maliki, vice chairman of the Saudi Historical Society and professor of graduate studies at Umm Al-Qura University, told Arab News that the … Read more
In a bid to further expand its retail portfolio in the Kingdom, UAE-based LuLu Group has finalized two new projects in the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah. This was announced by Yusuff Ali M.A., chairman of LuLu Group, at a signing ceremony, which took place in Makkah.
‘The sword has a history among the Arabs’: Inside Saudi Arabia’s fencing scene RIYADH: In the heart of Saudi Arabia, sports halls bustle in the evenings with fencers as young as 8 years old, as swordsmanship spreads rapidly across the Kingdom. It is a testament to the work carried out by the Saudi Arabian Fencing Federation … Read more
RIYADH: The month of Ramadan, with all its social gatherings, is a time for Saudis to update their wardrobes with traditional and contemporary fits for iftar and sahoor events. Many abaya designers seize the opportunity to produce collections for Ramadan which they showcase on social media or at bazaars. Abaya fashion designer Jana Khojah created … Read more
DHAHRAN: In Waad Janbi’s new animated short film, “Mom’s Spaghetti,” which aired this week on MBC Academy, the Saudi creative serves the audience a universal story of overcoming grief after the loss of a loved one, and the importance of feeding your soul — and your stomach. The animated short follows 14-year-old Amjad as he … Read more
RIYADH: Young people in the Saudi capital are ready to reshape the city’s landscape and show Riyadh as a hub of dynamic social progress. From grassroots community organizing to pioneering entrepreneurship and cultural innovation, the new generation of changemakers models itself as the driving force behind positive transformation in their community. Arab News approached some … Read more
RIYADH: Islamic scholars highlighted the importance of unity among the faithful at a Ramadan gathering in the holy city of Makkah on Wednesday. “Islamic Ummah (worldwide Muslim community) is fine,” said Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, secretary-general of the MWL and chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars, as he opened the conference titled “Global Conference … Read more
With its strategic sponsorship of the Saudi Arabian Formula 1 Grand Prix 2024, Abdulaziz Al-Onaizan, CEO of Bank Albilad, has reaffirmed the bank’s dedication to the objectives of Vision 2030. This sponsorship reflects Bank Albilad’s commitment to enhancing customer experience through innovative banking products, seamlessly aligning with the Kingdom’s prestigious events, he said. Al-Onaizan expressed … Read more