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The crescent moon shows itself at the Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque at Al Bahia, Abu Dhabi, during Ramadan. Victor Besa / The National
What the crescent moon sighting means for Ramadan

From the naked eye to optical telescopes, experts have to spot the 'Ramadan moon'

March 06, 2024
Cwtch has a wide range of breakfast and brunch dishes, with creative flavour profiles. Photo: Cwtch
Restaurant of the week: Cwtch Jeddah brings brunch to Saudi Arabia

The artsy vibe, impeccable service and fabulous fish and chips make the visit worthwhile

February 23, 2024
Al Balad, in Jeddah, was founded in the seventh century and is a melting pot of cultures. Mariam Nihal / The National
Postcard from Jeddah: Balad, a melting pot of Saudi culture and a growing arts landscape

Jeddah authorities launched project in historic neighbourhood to showcase art, music and theatre to boost Vision 2030 plans

January 26, 2024
The flying taxi will be used in new projects in Saudi Arabia, such as Neom and AlUla, and for Hajj pilgrims. Photo: Saudi Future
Saudi Arabia to use flying taxis in AlUla and Neom by 2026

A Neom-Volocopter venture successfully tested flying taxis last year

January 16, 2024
A Volocopter test flight in Neom marks progress towards the commercial operation of flying taxis in Saudi Arabia. Photo: Neom
Saudi Arabia to employ air taxis for future Hajj seasons

New flying taxis set to transport Hajj pilgrims from Jeddah to Makkah

January 14, 2024
AlUla Skies Festival returns this year with hot air balloons, helicopter tours and drone shows. Photo: Royal Commission For AlUla
What not to miss during Saudi Arabia's 'most happening winter'

Arts, fashion, sports and entertainment taking place across the country in next three months

January 04, 2024
This year's festival featured a theatrical performance of 'Jamil and Bouthayna', a love story from AlUla that has been passed down through generations
Winter at Tantora puts spotlight on AlUla

The festival's varied fare includes music, cultural events, traditional arts and desert polo

December 30, 2023
Eat al fresco at Somewhere restaurant in AlUla. Mariam Nihal / The National
A foodie's guide to Winter at Tantora festival in AlUla

Packed Saudi cultural and art event is one of the region's longest-running

December 29, 2023
Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman speaks at the Shura Council on Wednesday. SPA
Saudi Crown Prince steps in for King to deliver royal speech

Prince hails tourism growth and highlight's kingdom's role in pushing for Gaza peace

December 27, 2023
A Saudi guide shows American tourists round Al Shaf'i Mosque in the Old City of Jeddah. AP
Saudi Arabia launches unified platform for visa applications

Kingdom streamlines entry approvals for Hajj, Umrah, education, business and tourism as it seeks more visitors

December 20, 2023
You can't go wrong with a classic penne with tomato sauce, basil and Parmigiano Reggiano. Photo: Madeo
Restaurant of the week: A taste of Italy with celebrity sightings in Riyadh

Brazilian footballer Neymar was recently spotted at the Lionel Messi-backed Via Riyadh outpost

December 15, 2023
Divers can see an array of coral reefs and an abundance of diverse marine wildlife off the coast of Neom, Saudi Arabia. Photo: Neom
How Neom is leading Saudi Arabia's sustainable agriculture goals

Topian seeks to redefine food production, distribution and consumption through the creation of sustainable food solutions

December 15, 2023
Apple has launched Journal, a new app to reflect on everyday moments and life’s special events. Photo: Apple
Journal app helps Apple users with mental and physical well-being

Apple’s new Journal app is now available on iOS 17.2

December 14, 2023
Palestinian Foreign Minister Riyad Al Maliki, Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Foreign Minister Melanie Joly in Ottawa to seek support for a ceasefire in Gaza. Photo: @OIC_OCI / X
Arab-Islamic committee seek Canada's support for Gaza ceasefire

Foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Palestine and Turkey hold talks with Canadian PM in Ottawa

December 10, 2023
Russian President Vladimir Putin with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman before their talks in Riyadh. AFP
Saudi Arabia and Russia call for Gaza ceasefire

Vladimir Putin visited Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh this week

December 07, 2023

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