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**Title:** Saudi Arabia Advances UNESCO Bid, Russia Ties **Intro:** Saudi Assistant Culture Minister Rakan Al-Touq bolstered international cultural partnerships during the G20 Cultural Ministers’ Meeting in Varanasi, advocating for Riyadh’s bid to host UNESCO’s 2025 conference and discussing enhanced heritage preservation with UNESCO, while exploring a cultural cooperation agreement with…

**Headline:** *Shubra Palace: Taif’s Architectural Gem* **Intro:** Nestled in vibrant gardens, Shubra Palace (1905) captivates with its fusion of Roman and Islamic artistry. Once King Abdulaziz’s summer retreat, this 150-room marvel later housed Saudi Arabia’s Defense Ministry before becoming a heritage museum. Its ornate columns, dual staircases, and engraved facades…

**Titular**: *Global Artists Vie at Saudi Video Forum* **Intro**: The 5th International Video Art Forum, organized by the Saudi Arabian Society for Culture and Arts, has drawn 75 artists from 25 nations ahead of its September 9 submission deadline. Selected works, curated by a panel of global experts, will debut…

**Titular:** “Manga, Microids Launch Smurfs Kart MENA” **Intro:** Riyadh, August 17, 2023 — Manga Productions (MiSK Foundation) and Microids have partnered to exclusively publish *Smurfs Kart* across MENA, launching August 22. The racing game, featuring localized content and Saudi talent involvement, will debut on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, aiming…

**Titular:** Red Sea Fund Unveils 33 Film Projects **Intro:** Jeddah, Aug 16, 2023 — The Red Sea Fund has unveiled 33 groundbreaking film projects from Saudi Arabia, the Arab region, and Africa. Spanning dramas, documentaries, and animations, the selected works aim to amplify regional storytelling and cultural exchange. Backed by…

**Titular**: “Saudi National Museum: Bridging Eras” **Intro**: Inaugurated in 1964 under King Salman, the Saudi National Museum chronicles the Arabian Peninsula’s history across eight immersive halls. From ancient fossils to Islamic heritage and Saudi statehood, it preserves millennia of culture, offering visitors a journey from prehistoric eras to modern unification.…

**Titular:** *Hassawi Rice: Al-Ahsa’s Heritage Gem* **Intro:** August heralds the vibrant planting season of Hassawi rice, Al-Ahsa’s prized red rice, deeply rooted in the region’s heritage. Farmers radiate enthusiasm, embracing this period as both a cultural tradition and an economic lifeline. Captured by the Saudi Press Agency, their dedication underscores…