Category: Culture

**Titular:** *Saudi Arabia Bids for 2025 ICESCO Summit* **Intro:** Saudi Arabia has formally applied to host ICESCO’s 2025 General Conference, pledging 200 scholarships for students across Islamic nations. The bid, announced during the 44th ICESCO Executive Council in Jeddah, underscores the Kingdom’s commitment to fostering education, culture, and heritage preservation through international collaboration. **Factbox (50w):** […]

**Título:** Digital Archiving Conference 2025 **Intro:** Riyadh will host the “Archives in the Digital Age” conference (February 16-18, 2025), organized by the National Center for Archives and Records (NCAR). The event convenes global experts to explore tech-driven archival practices, AI integration, cybersecurity challenges, and digital transformation strategies for governments, fostering knowledge exchange in the evolving […]

**Titular:** *Jeddah Hosts Underwater Heritage Conference* **Intro:** The Heritage Commission launched its Scientific Conference on Underwater Cultural Heritage in Jeddah (January 15, 2024), uniting global experts to explore maritime archaeology and preservation. Dr. Jasser Al-Harbash underscored its role in tracing Saudi Arabia’s historical ties with ancient civilizations through Red Sea and Gulf discoveries. **Factbox:** – […]

**Título:** *Arabic Poetry 2023: A Cultural Triumph* **Intro:** Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Culture concluded the *Year of Arabic Poetry 2023* with a ceremony in Diriyah, honoring contributors to the initiative led by the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission. The year-long celebration highlighted Arabic poetry’s timeless cultural legacy, bridging historical roots with modern creativity to affirm […]

**Titular:** *Taif Univ. 3rd Nationally, 11th Arab* **Intro:** Taif University has secured 3rd place nationally and 11th regionally in the inaugural *Times Higher Education Arab University Rankings 2023*. Competing among 115 institutions, the university excelled in teaching, research, innovation, and international collaboration, marking a milestone in its academic leadership. **Factbox (50 palabras):** – **Ranking:** 3rd […]

**Titular:** “Saudi-Yemeni Effort Preserves Shibam Heritage” **Intro:** A delegation from Saudi Arabia’s King Abdulaziz Foundation (Darah), in collaboration with the Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY), visited Shibam to bolster preservation of its ancient cultural legacy. The initiative focuses on documenting traditional architecture, crafts, and manuscripts while launching training programs and heritage publications. […]

**Título:** KAICIID Gradúa Segunda Promoción de Periodistas **Intro:** Lisboa acogió la ceremonia de graduación de la segunda edición del programa “Prensa para el Diálogo”, organizado por KAICIID. 34 periodistas de 15 países árabes completaron la formación, enfocada en fortalecer el diálogo interreligioso mediante herramientas mediáticas. El acto contó con la presencia de embajadores y representantes […]

**Headline:** Saudi Arabia Declares 2024 ‘Year of Camels’ **Intro:** Saudi Arabia has designated 2024 as the “Year of Camels” to celebrate the animal’s cultural legacy and boost its economic potential. Camel Club Chairman Fahd bin Hathleen praised the royal decree, linking it to Vision 2030’s goals of preserving heritage and advancing the camel sector through […]

**Title:** CDF Drives Saudi Film Growth at Red Sea Fest **Intro:** The Saudi Cultural Development Fund (CDF) reinforced its commitment to the Kingdom’s cultural vision as a key sponsor of the 3rd Red Sea International Film Festival (Nov 30–Dec 9, Jeddah). Through pavilion engagements, a “FilmFunding Lunch,” and panel discussions, the CDF spotlighted its financial […]

**Headline**: *Diriyah Seminar Unveils Cultural Mosaic* **Intro**: The Diriyah Global Seminar (December 10–11) launched by DGDA CEO Jerry Inzerillo unites global scholars and students to explore Diriyah’s 600-year legacy through architecture, history, and archaeology. The event promotes cross-cultural dialogue, complemented by heritage exhibitions and site visits to UNESCO-listed At-Turaif and Bujairi Terrace. **Factbox**: – **Organizer**: […]