Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs and General Authority of Awqaf complete first phase of project to maintain and operate 400 mosques in Riyadh, with a budget of SAR10 million.
Two earthquakes struck Ethiopia near Awash and Metahara, with magnitudes of 4.9 and 4.6. No damage or casualties reported, says Saudi Press Agency.
Saudi Arabia’s Industrial Production Index (IPI) rose 3.4% in November 2024, led by a 7.2% increase in manufacturing, reflecting Vision 2030 economic diversification progress.
At least 16 dead and over 16,000 households affected as heavy rains cause floods and landslides in Bolivia since November, according to official reports.
Riyadh hosts the second Model of Care Forum on Jan 28-29, 2025, organized by the Health Holding Company to advance Saudi healthcare transformation under Vision 2030.
OIC Secretary General Hissein Brahim Taha received the Mufti of Azerbaijan in Jeddah, discussing Islamic cooperation and strengthening ties. Read more on ksa.com.
ALECSO convened a symposium in Tunis on Arab Literacy Day 2025, stressing comprehensive education and socio-economic inclusion. Director-General Mohamed Ould Amar called for renewed literacy strategies.
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre’s study on fully robotic liver transplants is ranked among Top 10 Most Impactful Papers of 2024 by the American Society of Transplantation, showcasing Saudi medical innovation.
The eighth Saudi relief plane, operated by KSrelief, landed at Damascus International Airport carrying food, shelter, and medical supplies for Syrians in need.
Over 5.5 million worshippers performed prayers at the Prophet’s Mosque last week, with Saudi authorities providing comprehensive services including crowd management, hygiene, Zamzam water, and iftar meals.
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