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The House of Culture in Jazan celebrates World Braille Day with special events

The House of Culture in Jazan and the Thuraya Association are organizing cultural and awareness events on the occasion of World Braille Day, including workshops and artistic performances to promote the integration of the blind.

05.01.2026

Culture

Bitcoin hits 3-week high after Maduro's arrest

Bitcoin surged to a three-week high above $93,000, fueled by Venezuelan turmoil and record inflows into exchange-traded funds amid market optimism.

05.01.2026

Economy

Officially: Manchester United sack Ruben Amorim after Leeds crisis

Manchester United officially announce the dismissal of Ruben Amorim following a clash with management and disastrous statistics, the worst since 1971. Learn about the behind-the-scenes details of the dismissal and the interim replacement.

05.01.2026

Sports

Details of Ibanez's suspension and fine by the Disciplinary Committee

Learn about the Disciplinary Committee's decision to suspend Al-Ahli defender Roger Ibanez and fine him 10,000 riyals after his expulsion against Al-Fayha, and the impact of his absence on the team in the Roshan League.

05.01.2026

Sports

Specialized hospital performs robotic splenectomy and gallbladder removal on a child – a medical achievement

King Faisal Specialist Hospital has successfully performed a precise robotic surgery to remove the spleen and gallbladder of a child suffering from sickle cell anemia, in a medical achievement that is the first of its kind in the Western Region.

05.01.2026

Local news

Al-Hilal leads the Roshan League after round 13 – statistics and figures

Al-Hilal took sole possession of the top spot in the Saudi Professional League after their victory over Damac and Al-Nassr's loss to Al-Ahli in round 13. See the full standings, goal statistics, and card count.

05.01.2026

Sports

Hajj Projects 1447 AH: Cooling and Protection Technologies for the Safety of Pilgrims

Hajj projects 1447 AH: Cooling the Jamarat and developing the holy sites

Learn about the Hajj 1447 AH projects announced by Kadana, which include advanced cooling systems in Jamarat and Jabal Al Rahma to reduce the temperature by 8 degrees, and studies for the safety of the holy sites.

05.01.2026

Local news

Hajj Projects 1447 AH: Cooling and Protection Technologies for the Safety of Pilgrims

Learn about the new Hajj 1447 AH projects being implemented by Kadana Company, which include developing cooling systems in Jamarat and Jabal Al Rahma, and geological studies to enhance the safety of pilgrims.

05.01.2026

Local news

The Ministry of Finance requires government agencies to sell movable assets through an approved auction

The Saudi Ministry of Finance begins obligating government agencies to sell movable assets through the Etimad electronic auction service to enhance transparency and raise asset efficiency within Vision 2030.

05.01.2026

Economy

The Saudi Olympic team faces Kyrgyzstan in the opening match of the AFC U-23 Asian Cup

The Saudi Arabian Olympic team kicks off its AFC U-23 Championship campaign against Kyrgyzstan in Jeddah. Learn about coach Luigi Di Biagio's squad and the details of the Green Falcons' preparations.

05.01.2026

Sports

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