Stories from Saudi Arabia

Civil Defense has issued a warning regarding rain expected in most regions until next Friday.

The Environment Week 2026 activities have launched in the Al-Jouf region. The event is organized by the branch of the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture under the slogan 'Your Impact is Green'.

A young child was found approximately 6 kilometers from a village in Saudi Arabia following an extensive 17-hour search operation. The child was found wrapped in a thermal blanket and transported to a hospital in good health.

Data from the statistical center shows Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries continued to improve their performance in the 2026 Economic Freedom Index. The GCC average score reached 66.9 points, surpassing the global average.

The Jazan region is hosting more than 10,000 migratory waterbirds representing approximately 45 different species. The area serves as a temporary habitat for large flocks of seagulls migrating from the Jazan coast.

Herfy Food Services reported a loss of 3,970,000 SAR during the first quarter of the current year. This represents a 79% reduction in losses compared to the same period last year.

Saudi Railway Company (SAR) has increased its operational capacity for the upcoming Hajj season. The company added more than 210,000 seats to facilitate transport between the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah.

Authorities in Taif have developed an integrated plan to monitor commercial shops and activities, specifically targeting the Mina and Muzdalifah areas. The plan includes 24-hour inspection tours to monitor food sources, storage methods, and display techniques.

Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Services is entering a new transitional phase in its development path.

Saudi Arabia has launched a new shipping line that will connect directly to Europe.