The King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba), in partnership with the Ministry of Education, has opened registration for the Kangaroo Mawhiba Math Competition through April 7 via its official website and app, with the main event scheduled for April 17 and 18. Open to students from the third grade of elementary school through the third grade of high school, the annual event uses a multiple-choice format tailored to specific grade levels to challenge and inspire young mathematicians. Originally founded in Australia in 1980, the Kangaroo competition is now one of the world’s largest scientific contests,…
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Qiddiya City announced that the official opening of its second entertainment asset, “Aquarabia Qiddiya City,” the largest water theme park in the Middle East, will take place on Thursday, April 23, 2026. The opening marks a new step in strengthening Qiddiya City’s position as a global destination for entertainment, sports, and culture. Aquarabia invites guests of all ages to experience a world unlike any other, featuring 22 unique rides and experiences and four world-record-breaking attractions. Spanning over 250,000 square meters and across eight uniquely themed zones, each inspired by the native wildlife and landscapes of Saudi Arabia, Aquarabia offers a…
RIYADH — The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) forecast moderate rainfall across the Riyadh region starting Saturday and continuing through Sunday. The expected rainfall will cover Riyadh city, Al-Dilam, Al-Muzahmiyah, Durma, Marat, Al-Qiddiya, Thadiq, Huraymila, Diriyah, Rumah, Al-Quwayiyah, Al-Rayn, Hotat Bani Tamim, Al-Hariq, Al-Kharj, Wadi Al-Dawasir, Al-Sulayyil, and Al-Aflaj. The Civil Defense urged the public to exercise caution and follow safety instructions during the rainy conditions. Source: Saudi Gazette
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has issued a royal order promoting and appointing 218 judges to various levels of the judiciary at the Ministry of Justice. Minister of Justice and Chairman of the Supreme Judicial Council Walid Al-Samaani stated that the royal order reflects the wise leadership’s continued support for the judicial sector and its commitment to enhancing its efficiency and improving the quality of its outputs. He added that appointing and promoting qualified judges contributes to advancing judicial performance and ensuring high standards and effectiveness across all judicial matters, which positively reflects…
JEDDAH — Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman met Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Jeddah on Friday. During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral relations and opportunities to strengthen cooperation between the two countries. They also discussed regional developments and the implications of ongoing military escalation, including its impact on international navigation, energy security, and the global economy. The two sides emphasized the importance of coordinating efforts to enhance regional security and stability. Source: Saudi Gazette
JEDDAH — Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman met FIFA President Gianni Infantino in Jeddah on Friday. During the meeting, they reviewed areas of sports cooperation with FIFA and explored opportunities to further develop the sector. The meeting was attended by Minister of Sport Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al-Faisal and Saudi Arabian Football Federation President Yasser Al-Misehal. Source: Saudi Gazette
The central kitchen of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) yesterday distributed 23,880 hot meals to the most vulnerable groups across central and southern Gaza. This distribution is part of the broader Saudi campaign aimed at supporting the Palestinian people and serves as a direct extension of the Kingdom’s ongoing humanitarian efforts, delivered through KSrelief, to alleviate the suffering of those affected in Gaza Strip. Source: Riyadh Daily
Qiddiya City announced that the official opening of its second entertainment asset, “Aquarabia Qiddiya City,” the largest water theme park in the Middle East, will take place on Thursday, April 23, 2026. The opening marks a new step in strengthening Qiddiya City’s position as a global destination for entertainment, sports, and culture. Aquarabia invites guests of all ages to experience a world unlike any other, featuring 22 unique rides and experiences and four world-record-breaking attractions. Spanning over 250,000 square meters and across eight uniquely themed zones, each inspired by the native wildlife and landscapes of Saudi Arabia, Aquarabia offers a…
Eight Saudi cities made a notable showing in the IMD Smart City Index 2026, published by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD). The result reflects faster development and improving quality of life across the Kingdom’s cities, in line with Saudi Vision 2030. Riyadh advanced to 24th globally from 27th. Makkah ranked 50th, Jeddah 55th, Madinah 67th, and Al-Khobar 64th. AlUla recorded a significant leap, climbing from 112th to 85th. The result points to the rapid progress of its development and tourism projects. The index also listed Hail and Hafar Al-Batin Governorate for the first time. Hail ranked 33rd, while…
According to a recent Bloomberg report, SpaceX confidentially filed IPO paperwork with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), signalling preparations for a potential public listing which could value the company at up to $1.75 trillion. SEC rules allow private companies to submit IPO filings confidentially up to 15 days before marketing their shares, enabling them to address regulator feedback out of public view. Bloomberg reported SpaceX is on track for a listing in June, ahead of IPOs by OpenAI and Anthropic. Reuters reported SpaceX is aiming to raise $75 billion and has assembled 21 banks to manage the offering,…