A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck off Sumatra, Indonesia on August 18, 2026. No casualties or tsunami alerts reported. ksa.com reports on this seismic event.
Yanbu Palm Tree Province wraps up the date harvest season, highlighting traditions and economic importance as Saudi Arabia advances Vision 2030.
SDAIA’s session on generative AI reveals how the technology is reshaping creative content production, empowering Saudi talent and supporting Vision 2030 goals.
Saudi General Auditing Bureau president meets with Belarus ambassador in Riyadh to discuss enhanced cooperation and auditing collaboration under a 2025 MoU.
The International Dates Council held a workshop in Cairo to address geopolitical impacts on the dates sector and explore diversification opportunities for member states.
Gold prices fell on August 18, 2026, due to higher US Treasury yields and rising oil prices. Spot gold dropped 0.5% to $4,391.14. Read more on ksa.com.
German tennis star Alexander Zverev reaches the Round of 16 at the Cincinnati Open with a straight-sets win, setting up a clash with Tommy Paul.
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck off Sumatra, Indonesia, reports the Indonesian geophysics agency. No tsunami warning, no immediate casualties. #earthquake #Indonesia
Discover how Buraidah International Date Palm Festival evolved into a global platform, boosting Saudi dates’ presence in over 100 countries, supporting Vision 2030.
Bank of Korea report reveals 285,000 fall in youth employment in AI-exposed sectors by June 2026, while older workers gain. Implications for global workforce and Vision 2030.