Saudi Arabia visit visa guide 2025, explained

Saudi Arabia welcomed around 116 million domestic and international tourists in 2024, marking a six per cent increase compared to the previous year, according to the Ministry of Tourism’s latest Annual Statistical Report. The growth highlights the Kingdom’s rising profile as a global travel destination, supported by its expanding hospitality sector, new attractions, and improved visa policies. […]

Saudi Arabia, India agree visa waiver for diplomatic passports

Saudi Arabia and India have signed a bilateral agreement granting mutual exemption from short-stay visa requirements for holders of diplomatic, special and official passports, a move aimed at easing official travel and strengthening ties between the two countries, according to Saudi Press Agency. The agreement was signed last week at the Saudi Ministry of Foreign […]

Tadweer Group, Umm Al Emarat Park break Guinness World Record

Umm Al Emarat Park and Tadweer Group have jointly set a new Guinness World Record for the largest recycled materials mosaic – a sustainability-focused artwork made from recycled plastic bottle caps. This inspirational community accomplishment was recognised at a special award ceremony held at the Park on 18 December and attended by officials from Tadweer […]

Zayed Authority for People of Determination sets Guinness World Record

  Zayed Authority for People of Determination has added a new achievement to the UAE’s international record, following the official recognition by Guinness World Records of the world’s longest chain of lanyards, measuring 663.53 metres. The record-breaking chain consists of 1,300 lanyards, handcrafted by people of determination, with the participation of 13 national entities that […]

UAE health sector posts major leadership gains in 2025

The UAE’s health sector recorded a series of landmark achievements in 2025, reinforcing the country’s position as a global hub for medical innovation and enhancing the readiness of its healthcare system across diagnostic, therapeutic, and research domains. These accomplishments stemmed from a national vision focused on investing in healthcare infrastructure, empowering talent, forging advanced international […]

Does vitamin C help with colds?

The vitamin has many benefits, but research shows that people who take it are just as likely to get the sniffles as those who don’t Vitamin C is important for your health in lots of ways,” says Daniel M Davis, the head of life sciences at Imperial College London. It is a strong antioxidant, helping […]

Saudi Arabia’s GDP rises 4.8% in Q3 2025

Saudi Arabia’s real GDP grew by 4.8 percent in the third quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year, the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) revealed. All economic activities recorded year-on-year growth, with oil activities rising by 8.3 percent, non-oil activities by 4.3 percent, and government activities by 1.4 percent. Seasonally adjusted results […]

TECOM launches AED615m Innovation Hub Phase 4 at Dubai Internet City

TECOM Group PJSC, the creator of specialised business districts and vibrant communities in Dubai, has launched Phase 4 of Innovation Hub in Dubai Internet City to address rising demand for Grade-A office spaces from global multinational companies in vital, future-focused economic sectors. With a gross leasable area (GLA) of 263,000 sq.ft., the AED615 million development […]

UAE storms disrupt flights and traffic

Heavy thunderstorms continue across the UAE, with authorities urging residents to stay indoors, avoid flood-prone areas, and limit travel as unstable weather persists. Emirates and flydubai have cancelled or rescheduled several flights due to the severe weather. MoHRE has called on private sector companies in affected areas to adopt remote work on 19 December, while […]

Saudi Crown Prince launches Ceer, kingdom’s first EV brand with Foxconn

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz on Thursday launched Ceer, the kingdom’s first automotive brand to design and manufacture electric vehicles in the country. The company, a joint venture between the kingdom’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) and Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. — also known as Foxconn — will design, manufacture and […]