Category: Science

The last quarter moon of Safar will be visible after midnight tonight, with half of its disk illuminated.

The last quarter moon of Safar 1448 AH was observed at dawn in Saudi Arabia on August 6, 2026.

The heliacal rising of Sirius was observed in Rafha, marking the star’s first appearance above the eastern horizon after a 70-day absence.

A Heritage Commission study on Al-Summan Sinkholes was the main examination focus for students from 19 countries at INSO 2026.

SDAIA will launch the AI Creativity Bootcamp from August 10 to 12 to train Saudi content creators in generative AI technologies.

The conjunction of the Pleiades cluster and the moon in Saudi skies marks the start of summer’s third month and the upcoming appearance of the Suhail star.

The Saudi AI team won a silver and two bronze medals at the International Olympiad for Artificial Intelligence 2026 in Astana.

The National Institute for Educational Professional Development recorded over 162,000 registrations in 26 summer programs via the Namu platform.

The Saudi AI team won three international awards at the IOAI 2026 in Astana, Kazakhstan, among participants from 108 countries.

The Saudi AI National Team won one silver and two bronze medals at the International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence 2026 in Astana.

The King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve has documented the first case of Egyptian Nightjar nesting and breeding in Saudi Arabia.

The Milky Way belt is visible to the naked eye across the Arab world during August from dark locations free of light pollution.

Saudi Arabia won first place and the Nuclear Science Ambassador title at the INSO 2026, earning two gold, one silver, and one bronze medal.

The Perseid meteor shower will peak in Saudi Arabian skies from Wednesday evening, August 12, through Thursday dawn.

Saudi student Jana Saleh Abdullah Al-Subail won the Best Student award and a gold medal at the International Nuclear Sciences Olympiad 2026 in Jeddah.

Saudi Arabia took first place and the Nuclear Science Ambassador title at the International Nuclear Science Olympiad 2026.

The Saudi Informatics Team of four high school students departs for the 38th International Olympiad in Informatics in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

Four Saudi high school students have departed for Uzbekistan to compete in the 38th International Olympiad in Informatics.

The Saudi national informatics team of four students has departed for Tashkent to compete in the 38th International Olympiad in Informatics.

KAUST researchers discovered that corals can develop a protective response similar to immune memory to resist diseases.

KAUST scientists found that Red Sea corals can be trained to resist disease through a process called pathogen priming.

SPA captures lunar views over Rafha during International Observe the Moon Night, highlighting Saudi Arabia’s role in global astronomy and Vision 2030.

Saudi Informatics Team wins four awards at the 33rd Balkan Olympiad in Informatics 2026, including the Kingdom’s first silver medal, advancing Vision 2030 goals.

National Center for Falcons publishes first Q1 journal study on Barbary falcon breeding productivity in Saudi Arabia, highlighting wind impact and conservation efforts.

University of Hail students won first place at a research competition in Barcelona, Spain, for their study on Six Sigma methodology.

Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University is the first Saudi university to receive Silver Level Recognition from the Casualty Actuarial Society.

The Saudi Arabian informatics team of four high school students has traveled to Tashkent for the 38th International Olympiad in Informatics.

A team of four Saudi high school students has arrived in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, for the 38th International Olympiad in Informatics.

Saudi Arabia topped the results of the third International Nuclear Science Olympiad (INSO 2026) while hosting the event in the Middle East.

Calotropis procera, a resilient evergreen shrub, thrives in Jazan’s arid terrain, supporting biodiversity and aligning with Saudi Vision 2030 environmental goals.

The Cisco–KAUST AI Institute launches its first research portfolio, focusing on AI networks, data centers, and digital twins to advance Saudi Arabia’s AI innovation.

King Saud University Medical City launched the Saudi Telesurgery Program, performing seven remote surgeries across various specialties.

SDAIA honors over 20 companies with AI ethics badges at the fourth UNESCO Global Forum on AI Ethics in Riyadh, advancing responsible AI and Vision 2030.

UNESCO and ICAIRE launch RAM 2.0 in Riyadh to help countries assess AI governance readiness, with Arabic translation and an interactive website.

SDAIA showcases its Responsible AI Policy and role in AI governance at the fourth UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of AI in Riyadh, highlighting balanced innovation and responsibility.

Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University ranked 301–400 globally for Energy Science and Engineering in the 2026 ShanghaiRanking, reflecting Saudi research growth and Vision 2030 progress.

Saudi Arabia’s CST invites public input on draft satellite filing and earth station spectrum regulations to boost investment and align with ITU standards.

The Roads General Authority expands its demolition waste asphalt initiative to Jeddah, Riyadh, and Al-Muzahimiyah, advancing Saudi Vision 2030 sustainability goals.

KACST celebrates graduation of first ARC Program cohort and announces second edition with 25 research teams, advancing Saudi Arabia’s innovation and Vision 2030 goals.

The University of Hail’s Renewable Energy Engineering program receives ABET accreditation, enhancing Saudi Arabia’s workforce for Vision 2030 renewable goals.

Saudi Industry Forum 2026 in Jeddah showcases robots and smart technologies, highlighting AI and automation advancements supporting Vision 2030 industrial goals.

ICAIRE and CUMAAI call on universities to adopt a Master’s in AI Ethics at the UNESCO Global Forum in Riyadh, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030.

Al Namas in the Asir region is hosting the second specialized AI summer program for students aged 13 to 18 in partnership with WAICY.

The Middle East Green Initiative participates in UNCCD COP17 in Mongolia to showcase efforts by 35 member countries to combat desertification.

Riyadh hosts UNESCO Global Forum on AI Ethics, advancing responsible AI principles to protect humanity while fostering innovation and aligning with Vision 2030.

Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve is working to reintroduce the endangered Asiatic lion as part of the ReWildArabia initiative.

ICAIRE celebrates 217 graduates from 41 countries at the Ethical Applied AI program, held during the UNESCO Global Forum on AI Ethics in Riyadh, hosted by SDAIA.

Second day of UNESCO Global Forum on AI Ethics in Riyadh highlights Saudi Arabia’s leadership in AI readiness, governance, and capacity building.

ICAIRE and IRCAI co-organized a research workshop at the fourth UNESCO Global Forum on AI Ethics in Riyadh, featuring 27 abstracts by 25 researchers from 12+ countries.

Riyadh hosts UNESCO Global Forum exhibition, uniting government, international organizations, and student innovators to advance AI ethics and technology.

ICAIRE launches program to train 10,000 AI leaders from 53 ICESCO countries at UNESCO AI Ethics Forum in Riyadh, promoting ethical AI governance and Vision 2030.

KSGAAL participates in 2026 UNESCO Global Forum on AI Ethics in Riyadh, showcasing Arabic language technology and ethical AI standards.

Saudi Arabia participates in the 33rd Balkan Olympiad in Informatics in Tirana, Albania, with six students, showcasing its commitment to STEM excellence and Vision 2030.

The Saudi informatics team joins approximately 100 countries in the 38th International Olympiad in Informatics held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

AlMadinah AlMunawarah Chamber and Ministry of Communications and Information Technology organize MED Ai forum from October 12-14, 2026, to showcase AI applications and drive investment.

A team of four Saudi high school students is participating in the 38th International Olympiad in Informatics in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

Taibah University in Madinah launches a specialized training camp on robotics and autonomous aircraft, supporting Saudi Vision 2030 human capability goals.

Saudi Arabia hosts the fourth UNESCO Global Forum on AI Ethics, focusing on environmental impacts and sustainable AI governance for all.

ICAIRE signs MoU with King Abdulaziz University to advance ethical AI research during UNESCO forum in Riyadh, supporting Saudi Vision 2030.

The International Center for AI Research and Ethics (ICAIRE) and the Collaborative Laboratory for Uncertainty Management in the AI Age (CUMAAI) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in Riyadh on September 15, 2026, to develop a joint foundational framework for academic degree programs in AI ethics. The agreement, announced by the Saudi Press Agency, is […]

A four-member team of Saudi high school students is participating in the 38th International Olympiad in Informatics in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

The first day of the fourth UNESCO Global Forum on AI Ethics in Riyadh concluded, focusing on ethical AI governance, international cooperation, and Vision 2030 alignment.

ICAIRE and IBM launch third edition of Elevate to train 25,000 women in AI ethics at UNESCO forum in Riyadh, celebrating second cohort graduation.

Jazan University has seen five of its disciplines included in the 2026 ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects.

Qassim University’s Mathematics program reached the 101–150 range globally in the 2026 ShanghaiRanking.

SDAIA, ITU, and ICAIRE honored AI Readiness Hackathon winners during the UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence in Riyadh.

KACST advances Saudi Arabia’s National Biotechnology Strategy, driving innovation, economic growth, and Vision 2030 goals through research and partnerships.

The National Center for Meteorology inaugurated an advanced cloud seeding operations briefing room in Jeddah to accelerate decision-making.

The General Court of Audit (GCA) of Saudi Arabia participated in the ARABOSAI-IsDB Leadership Forum, held under the theme “Auditing for Development Projects,” which commenced on September 15, 2026, in Jeddah. The forum, organized by the Arab Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions (ARABOSAI) and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), brought together heads of supreme audit […]

The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve is working to reintroduce the endangered Asian lion to its 24,500 square kilometer area in Tabuk.

King Abdulaziz University students showcase technological innovations in search and rescue, smart cities, health, and quality of life at the Saudi Industry Forum in Jeddah.

SDAIA President Dr. Abdullah Alghamdi speaks at UNESCO Global Forum in Riyadh, stressing AI ethics principles must become practical policies.

Saudi Arabia chaired a high-level ministerial meeting at the 4th UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of AI in Riyadh, uniting over 60 countries on global AI governance.

SDAIA launched the AI Creativity camp in Riyadh to help Saudi content creators use advanced AI technologies for digital innovation.

Saudi Arabia joins Arab world in celebrating Arab Meteorological Day on September 15, highlighting meteorological investments, regional cooperation, and Vision 2030 alignment.

The waxing crescent Moon and Venus appeared in conjunction over Saudi Arabia, visible to the naked eye and highlighting the Kingdom’s dark-sky potential.

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) is spearheading the Kingdom’s transformation into a global artificial intelligence hub, anchored by the establishment of HUMAIN, a national AI enterprise, and the development of the ALLaM Arabic large language model, according to official information released by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). The initiative, unveiled as Saudi Arabia marks […]

SDAIA President Dr. Abdullah Alghamdi stresses balancing AI innovation with governance at the fourth UNESCO Global Forum in Riyadh, highlighting Saudi Arabia’s leadership in ethical AI.

Saudi Ministry of National Guard and SDAIA launch biometric data sub-track within Data Regulatory Sandbox to advance innovation and regulatory frameworks.

SDAIA showcases its data and AI initiatives, including the Data Regulatory Sandbox and Tawakkalna, at the fourth Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology Summit 2026, advancing Vision 2030.

The King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz International Foundation for Humanitarian Works and King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC) have signed four cooperation agreements to support strategic biotechnology research projects, a move that reinforces Saudi Arabia’s commitment to advanced healthcare innovation. The agreements were finalized during the fourth edition of the Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology Summit […]

Saudi Arabia’s Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) has integrated more than 500 government systems from around 90 government entities into the National Data Lake (NDL), according to its President of the National Data Management Office, Alrebdi Fahad Alrebdi. The announcement came during the opening ceremony of the fourth Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology Summit, where […]

A total solar eclipse will occur on August 12, 2026, visible in parts of Russia and Europe but not in Saudi Arabia.

The Jeddah Astronomy Society confirms a total solar eclipse will occur tomorrow but will not be visible from Saudi Arabia.

The Northern Borders Region provides a natural stopover for migratory birds including the Eurasian golden oriole and common cuckoo.

The sighting of the butcher scorpion highlights the diverse wildlife and biodiversity found in the Northern Borders Region.

The Arabian cat snake is a mildly venomous reptile adapted to the arid and rocky environments of the Arabian Peninsula.

Jeddah Astronomy Society announces that the autumnal equinox on September 23 will enhance aurora viewing opportunities in northern regions.

Saudi Arabia will witness a rare daytime occultation of Venus by the Moon tomorrow, visible across the Kingdom and most Arab countries. The Noor Astronomy Association provides viewing details and safety tips.

Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University rises to the 101–200 global range for SDG 9 in the Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026.

Riyadh hosts the fourth UNESCO Global Forum on AI Ethics, with delegations arriving for four days of discussions on responsible AI governance and international cooperation.

Saudi Minister Alswaha concludes Silicon Valley visit with high-level meetings to expand partnerships in AI infrastructure, semiconductors, and advanced computing.

Saudi Arabia and Arab experts unite to boost Arabic in AI and digital spaces, addressing its low online presence and unlocking its potential in the digital economy.

The Arabian cat snake (Telescopus dhara) thrives in northern Saudi Arabia’s deserts. Learn about its adaptations, biodiversity, and Vision 2030 conservation efforts.

Mawhiba and the Ministry of Education have launched the First Elite Gathering 2026 in Riyadh for 259 students preparing for international olympiads.

Saudi Minister Alswaha promotes Kingdom’s AI ecosystem at Frontier Leaders Forum 2026, detailing plans for 14GW computing capacity and global partnerships.

Hedayathon at University of Jeddah explores AI and modern technologies for religious awareness and visitor services at the Two Holy Mosques.

King Saud University Medical Center launched the Saudi Telesurgery Program in partnership with the Virtual Hospital, Zain Saudi Arabia, and Edge.

King Saud University’s Medical City launched the Saudi Telesurgery Project, completing seven remote surgeries in three days.

A KAUST-led study in Nature finds aquatic invertebrates such as oysters and mussels offer vital nutrients, supporting sustainable food systems.