Saudi Civil Defense warns citizens of heavy rainfall and flash floods in Makkah, Riyadh, and other regions from October 18–22, 2024. Safety precautions advised.
The Najran Camel Auction Festival kicked off October 18, 2024, featuring camel auctions, shows, and local markets, boosting cultural tourism and economic growth.
The sixth Saudi relief plane, organized by KSrelief, arrives in Beirut with food, shelter, and medical supplies for the Lebanese people under King Salman’s directives.
Saudi Arabia’s National Cloud Seeding Program introduces ground-based solar-powered flare trees, reducing costs and enhancing rainfall in highland regions under Vision 2030.
Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for the Care of Two Holy Mosques announces a luggage storage project for the Grand Mosque and Prophet’s Mosque to enhance pilgrim experience.
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Competition for Quran and Sunnah memorization continues in Mauritania with 14 West African nations, showcasing Saudi Arabia’s religious leadership.
GCC Secretary General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi met UK Minister Hamish Falconer in London to discuss strategic partnerships, Gaza humanitarian crisis, and free trade agreement.
United Defense Company factory in Buraidah produces eight AI-powered drone types, boosting Saudi Arabia’s defense localization and Vision 2030 goals.
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz advance to the Six Kings Slam final in Riyadh, defeating Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal in semi-finals.
WAMY praised Saudi Arabia for poverty eradication through Vision 2030, focusing on human advancement, sustainable development, and youth job readiness.