Author: Editorial Team
In a city filled with cafés, Cherry House is trying to turn coffee into something guests do not just drink, but fully experience. The newly opened venue in Al Safa recently drew attention after Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai, visited the café, with the brand sharing photos online and calling the moment “the beginning of something special.” But beyond the royal visit, what stands out most inside Cherry House is the way the entire coffee-making process has been built into the space itself. At the centre of the café is the region’s first overhead belting system,…
The General Directorate of Border Guard continues to receive pilgrims arriving to perform Hajj for the 1447 AH season through Jeddah Islamic Port as part of efforts to facilitate entry procedures and enhance the smooth flow of movement. The directorate has reinforced operations at land and sea ports with the necessary personnel and equipment. It also continues providing guidance and assistance to pilgrims, helping ensure swift completion of procedures and their arrival with ease and reassurance. Source: Riyadh Daily
What will Saudi Arabia’s new cultural sector offer to its audiences? While vistas of cranes and pile drivers sketch the scale of new infrastructure, does recent programming offer a taste of the future experiences? From the pulsating Tunnel of Calvin Harris’ DJ set at Sound Storm to the wonder of the Islamic Arts Biennale (with loans from the V&A), to Noor Riyadh (featuring Random International), and Thikra (with Manal AlDowayan). And who could forget Sir Anthony Hopkins’ composition, ‘Life is a Dream’, staged for a live broadcast with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra under a floating dreamscape made of silk. Will…
JEDDAH — The Council of Ministers reaffirmed that Saudi Arabia will never hesitate to take all measures necessary to protect its security, preserve its stability, and ensure the safety of its citizens and expatriates. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman chaired the Cabinet session in Jeddah on Tuesday.In a statement to the Saudi Press Agency following the session, Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary stated that the Cabinet praised the advanced capabilities of the armed forces in defending the homeland and safeguarding its assets and resources. The Council pledged its support for the outcomes of the emergency meeting of…
Described as an “exceptional visual and cultural document of the relationship between people and camels,” Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, has launched Ode to a Camel, a new book featuring her photographs documenting camel culture, desert life, and Emirati heritage. The launch ceremony took place at Dubai Mall on May 16 and was attended by Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi and Sheikh Rashid bin Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, sons of Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, along with artists, intellectuals, and cultural…
Riyadh Air, new national carrier, today announced the launch of full public sales for flights between Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport (RUH) and London Heathrow (LHR). This key route, which introduces the new aircraft on July 1, 2026, strengthens the airline’s mission to connect the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with major global and regional hubs and deliver a world-class travel and logistics experience. According to a press release issued by Riyadh Air today, ticket purchases can be made from today (May 19, 2026) through the Riyadh Air App, Riyadh Air website at riyadhair.com, or through preferred travel providers and platforms. Guests…
RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received on Tuesday a phone call from Kuwaiti Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. The ministers discussed recent regional developments. They exchanged views on these developments. Source: Saudi Gazette
Beijing — The Saudi Embassy in China reminded Saudi citizens visiting China to complete the Digital Arrival Card accurately before travel to facilitate entry procedures at Chinese ports. The embassy stressed the importance of complying with the official Chinese authorities’ procedures and instructions to ensure smooth entry. The card can be completed at: https://s.nia.gov.cn/ArrivalCardFillingPhone It is noteworthy that the Chinese government announced last November the extension of its visa exemption for Saudi citizens until December 31, 2026. This exemption allows Saudi citizens to enter China without requiring a visa in advance, subject to certain conditions. This facilitates travel and enhances…
Instead of speaking to therapists, counsellors, or even family members, many Arab teenagers are increasingly turning to TikTok and social media platforms for mental health advice, something UAE-based startup Elggo says reflects a deeper gap in how emotional wellbeing is being addressed across the region. “When nobody at home or at school opens that door, they go find answers on TikTok and social media instead, which is the worst possible place for it,” Mirna Mneimneh and Luma Makari, co-founders of Elggo told Khaleej Times The founders believe the issue is not that Arab youth are unwilling to discuss mental health,…
The Board of Governors of the Global Research Council has unanimously re-elected the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, represented by President of King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) Dr. Munir El-Desouki, as Vice Chair of the Board of Governors during the council’s 14th Annual Meeting 2026, held in Bangkok. Saudi Arabia’s election to this position for the third consecutive term reflects the growing international confidence in the Kingdom’s leading role in supporting the research, development, and innovation ecosystem, as well as its active contribution to advancing the Global Research Council’s agenda and future objectives. It also highlights the Kingdom’s efforts…