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Commercial concealment fines 2025: Thousands of violations detected and 8.6 million riyals in penalties

The National Program to Combat Commercial Concealment announces the results of 2025: 35,000 inspection visits were carried out, fines of 8.6 million riyals were imposed, and hundreds of violators were referred to the Public Prosecution and committees.

January 7, 2026

Economy

Violators of environmental regulations in Riyadh were apprehended: penalties for firewood and grazing

Environmental security forces apprehended violators for illegally transporting firewood and overgrazing in Riyadh and the King Abdulaziz Reserve. Learn about the fines and the Kingdom's efforts to protect vegetation.

January 7, 2026

Local news

Details of Trump's $2 billion deal to transport Venezuelan oil to America

Trump announces historic deal to import 50 million barrels of Venezuelan oil worth $2 billion, in a move that ends China's dominance over Caracas exports and boosts US energy.

January 7, 2026

Economy

Pinto's departure from Al-Nasr: West Ham and Genoa compete to sign him

Al-Nassr goalkeeper Pinto is close to leaving in the winter transfer window to make room for a new foreign player. West Ham and Genoa are among the clubs most interested in signing the Brazilian goalkeeper to secure his place in the World Cup squad.

January 7, 2026

Sports

Registering domestic workers with social security: conditions and documents

Learn about the conditions for registering domestic workers in Saudi social insurance, the documents required to disburse the entitlements of heirs, and the categories of optional subscription in the system.

January 7, 2026

Local news

The 6th International Education Conference kicks off in Riyadh 2026

Riyadh will host the 6th International Conference on Education in the Arab World in January 2026. A select group of experts will discuss digital transformation, educational leadership, and the future of knowledge.

January 7, 2026

Local news

Fletcher consults with Ferguson before coaching Manchester United

Darren Fletcher takes over as interim manager of Manchester United following the sacking of Amorim, and reveals the advice Sir Alex Ferguson gave him before accepting the tough job at Old Trafford.

January 7, 2026

Sports

15 violations of water regulations were recorded in Mecca and Jeddah during 85 inspection tours

The Ministry of Environment branch in Makkah Al-Mukarramah recorded 15 violations of the water system during 85 inspection tours in the holy capital and Jeddah, confirming the application of regulatory procedures to protect water resources.

January 7, 2026

Local news

Saudi stocks jump 2.5% after the market opens to foreigners

The Saudi stock market leads Gulf gains with a 2.5% increase after the Capital Market Authority's decision to open direct investment to all foreigners starting in 2026, boosting liquidity.

January 7, 2026

Economy

China declares a state of emergency after a 5.2 magnitude earthquake in Xinjiang

The China Earthquake Administration has activated a Level 4 emergency response following a 5.2 magnitude earthquake that struck Xinjiang. Learn more about the details and geographical context of the event.

January 7, 2026

World News