Saudi Arabia is in the midst of a major weather crisis whereby mass storms have been experienced in most parts of the country. The National Centre...
The Hajj 2026 sacred journey has already started today, April 18, when the first group of international pilgrims was welcomed in Saudi Arabia at sunrise. This...
Saudi Arabia has modernised its labor market by reforming the Kafala (sponsorship) system. They have implemented a more flexible, contract-based model of employment that has been...
Saudi unemployment among nationals fell from 12.8% in 2018 to 7.2% in Q4 2025, prompting the government to lower its 2030 target from 7% to 5%....
The main manufacturing and logistics exhibition of the Middle East has returned. The Riyadh International Industry Week will establish itself as the largest industrial innovation gathering...
In 2026, getting around Riyadh will take more than simply knowing where to go. With constant improvements to the infrastructure and periodic closures of gas stations,...
Recent heavy rainfall and intense thunderstorms have caused people in the Kingdom’s main cities to change their travel patterns. The current spring storm system which is...
Analyzing Middle East digital viewership stats The latest internet data indicates that regional viewers search for complete comfort and happiness at an unprecedented level. The new...
With the 2025-26 season heating up, the fans are scrambling to watch the largest regional matches. With top-tier clubs battling it out for championship glory, grabbing...
Navigating the weekend news for educational updates can be stressful for parents, teachers, and students alike. If you are looking for accurate information regarding Saudi Arabia...
There have been many discussions among Omanis and foreign property investors regarding the recent changes/rounded-up rules in residency. They thought...
Meta’s is officially beginning to roll out one of the biggest updates in the history of WhatsApp, the Custom Usernames...
The Holy Kaaba in Makkah is getting ready for ceremonial washing that will occur today on Tuesday, June 30, 2026...
A big labour reform segment gets enforced tomorrow and the UAE officially introduces the new policy of employing Emirati nationals...
UAE launched Etihad Rail Passenger services today which marks a historical landmark in the public transportation industry in the UAE....
When you plan a vacation to Dubai or Abu Dhabi, you encounter an exciting period before you make it to...
In the eyes of many, shawarma and mandi are the main attractions when it comes to Middle Eastern cuisine. But...
The UAE remains one of top destinations for freelancers, remote workers, consultants and digital entrepreneurs. There are two main routes...
There are a number of administrative steps which need to be taken when relocating to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC),...
Purchasing a used vehicle in Dubai does not only save thousands of dirhams but also brings certain risks. One of...
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