Stories from Saudi Arabia

A Saudi national, after serving 14 years in the military, decided in 2014 to transition to the tourism sector. He expressed pride in his military service but found better opportunities in tourism. He stated that the decision to switch fields was successful.

More than 30 scientific and institutional entities from various regions of the Kingdom are participating. The event is scheduled to take place from February 1 to February 3, 2027. The announcement was made regarding the selection of Riyadh as the host city for the summit.

The fourth edition of Hackathon EXCON 4 has launched at Tabuk University, Saudi Arabia, with participation from 300 innovators and stakeholders representing over 30 academic and institutional entities from across the Kingdom. The event aims to encourage participation in Saudi Arabia's digital projects, promote progress towards sustainable development goals, and support the implementation of the Global Digital Compact. Saudi Arabia is hosting a hackathon focused on finding solutions for traffic safety. The first day of the exhibition welcomed over 1,000 visitors, with expectations to exceed 3,000 over the next two days. Strategic partners from government and private sectors are supporting the initiative.

Restoring classic cars is seen as a contribution to preserving heritage for future generations, especially for a youth accustomed to modern, computer-driven vehicles. Restoring vintage cars to their original factory condition can be a complex process.

King Khalid International Airport has reached 57% capacity and is targeting 70% by the year 2030.

Market prices in Riyadh sometimes reach very high values, exceeding fifteen units.

Businesses are being urged to take greater responsibility for addressing retail crime.

The team's performance was considered below expectations, failing to meet the standards of a historically club in Saudi football. This marks a event for the club and its supporters.

New artificial intelligence tools are being introduced with enhanced data security measures. This development aims to address regulatory concerns and build user trust in AI technologies. The specific security protocols are designed to protect sensitive information processed by these AI systems.

An Iranian attack targeting the Khaleej region was described as premeditated and heavily concentrated. Sky News Arabia Radio reported that the attack demonstrated a deliberate Iranian narrative. The nature of the aggression and its specific targets were discussed. The aggression specifically targeted the Khaleej area intensely compared to other affected countries.