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RIYADH: Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Elkhereiji received US Ambassador to the Kingdom Michael Ratney in Riyadh on Tuesday.
During the meeting, the two sides discussed bilateral relations, ways of enhancing them and other issues of common concern, the Foreign Ministry reported on X. They also reviewed regional and international developments.
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LONDON: The body of a Saudi citizen who drowned in Lake Geneva will be repatriated to 黑料社区, the Kingdom鈥檚 consulate in the Swiss city confirmed on Sunday.
The consulate said it is coordinating with Swiss authorities, but did not provide additional details about the incident or identify the victim.
MAKKAH: As 黑料社区鈥檚 fashion sector grows, the Fashion Association is emerging as a key force supporting young creatives through a network of high-impact partnerships.
Rajaa Moumena, a board member of the association and CEO and founder of the Future Institute of Higher Education and Training, told Arab News that these partnerships are more than symbolic 鈥 they are practical pipelines toward skills development and empowerment.
She described the partnerships as bridges linking young creatives to an integrated ecosystem, offering them access from training institutes and workshops to branding experts, content creators, and suppliers.
The ecosystem enables emerging designers to gain exposure to a range of experiences, helping them progress more efficiently in their professional journey.
Among the association鈥檚 recent partnerships is that with the Future Institute for Higher Education and Training, which offers specialized fashion programs.
Another collaboration with Alem Al-Ahjar (Gemstones of the World) supports entrepreneurship in the jewelry sector.
鈥 Among the Fashion Association鈥檚 recent partnerships is that with the Future Institute for Higher Education and Training, which offers specialized fashion programs.
鈥 Another collaboration with Alem Al-Ahjar (Gemstones of the World) supports entrepreneurship in the jewelry sector.
鈥 While the fashion sector naturally draws a large number of women, the association鈥檚 programs are open to all.
Additional agreements with factories provide hands-on training to male and female designers to help bridge the gap between theory and practice, strengthening job market readiness.
The partnerships also contribute to connecting young professionals directly with employers and potential collaborators, offering valuable early exposure and building their confidence.
The association鈥檚 strategy, which begins with equipping members with foundational knowledge, is followed by practical experience and industry integration.
The broader goal, Moumena said, is to prepare a new generation of creative professionals capable of competing at national and international levels while staying grounded in Saudi culture and identity.
Creativity alone is not enough; you must translate it into real value that touches people and meets their needs.
Rajaa Moumena, Future Institute of Higher Education and Training CEO and founder
While the fashion sector naturally draws a large number of women, particularly in areas such as accessories, perfumes and jewelry, the association鈥檚 programs are open to all.
Moumena also acknowledged challenges in aligning partnership goals with the association鈥檚 long-term vision and in managing program execution.
Despite these hurdles, she said the association is committed to delivering outcomes that benefit its members.
The growing awareness among designers that global distinction begins with local roots has resulted in creations that embody the beauty of the Saudi region and society, contributing to products that are gaining popularity both inside and outside the Kingdom.
鈥淭he market needs more creative minds,鈥 Moumena encouraged young professionals. 鈥淒o not rush. Plan, understand your audience, and build your project on a strong foundation.
鈥淐reativity alone is not enough; you must translate it into real value that touches people and meets their needs.鈥
RIYADH: In the mountains of Baha, centuries-old stone villages are drawing visitors with their striking architecture and cultural significance.
Built from local rock, these traditional homes reflect the region鈥檚 architectural heritage and showcase how residents adapted to the rugged terrain and shifting climate, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Thick stone walls offer insulation, small windows regulate indoor temperature, and their roofs are crafted from native juniper and sidr wood.
Villages such as Thee Ain and Al-Mousa still preserve these buildings, now popular tourist landmarks that offer a glimpse into traditional Saudi lifestyle.
Baha鈥檚 villages such as Thee Ain and Al-Mousa still preserve historic stone buildings, now popular tourist landmarks that offer a glimpse into traditional Saudi lifestyle.
Mohammed Al-Zahrani, a heritage village supervisor in Baha, told SPA that these stone houses are more than just homes 鈥 they represent a 鈥渟patial and cultural memory鈥 of the local community.
Their design tells the story of past social and economic life and highlights the creativity involved in using natural materials to suit the region鈥檚 terrain and climate, he added.
Al-Zahrani emphasized the importance of preserving these buildings, noting that restoration efforts not only protect local identity but also encourage contemporary architects to draw inspiration from traditional styles.
RIYADH: The fourth Otaiqah Dates Season has been launched to promote 黑料社区鈥檚 date industry, which contributes around 12 percent to the country鈥檚 agricultural gross domestic product and exports to more than 113 countries, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday.
Held in Riyadh鈥檚 Otaiqah Central Market, the event is organized by Riyadh Development Company in partnership with the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, and the National Center for Palms and Dates, and supported by Riyadh Municipality.
The Culinary Arts Commission and the Saudi Tourism Authority, through the Visit Saudi platform, are also participating.
Running for four months during the date harvest, it is the Kingdom鈥檚 longest seasonal date market, bringing together traders, farmers, and consumers from across Saudi regions.
A dedicated children鈥檚 area offers educational and recreational activities such as palm planting, workshops, and interactive plays.
Additional features include cultural performances and food trucks offering traditional dishes in a community setting.
LONDON: Two men have been arrested following the fatal stabbing of a student in the English city of Cambridge on Friday night.
Police were called to the Mill Park area of the city at 11:27 p.m. on Aug. 1 following reports of violence.
A 20-year-old man was found with serious injuries and was pronounced dead at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday.
Though authorities in the UK have not yet officially identified the victim, reports in Saudi media from Al-Ekhbariya and Al-Arabiya on Sunday said the victim was a Saudi national named Mohammed Al-Qasim.
A 21-year-old man from Cambridge has been arrested on suspicion of murder, while a 50-year-old man, also from Cambridge, has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender, a Cambridgeshire Police statement said. Both remain in custody at Thorpe Wood Police Station, the statement added.
鈥淲e would like to thank the public for their support and assistance following our appeal,鈥 said Detective Inspector Dale Mepstead from the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Major Crime Unit.
鈥淭he investigation remains ongoing, and we continue to urge anyone with information who has not yet come forward to contact us.鈥
Arab News has contacted the constabulary for further information.
EF International Language Campuses Cambridge, where the victim was studying, confirmed his death in a statement.
鈥淲e are deeply saddened at the death of one of our adult students,鈥 the language school said. 鈥淲e are working closely with the local police, who are investigating the incident and have confirmed they made arrests.
鈥淎t this time, we understand the attack was carried out by a member of the public in an isolated incident.
鈥淭he safety and wellbeing of our students is our top priority. We are providing support to all students and staff affected by this tragic event and have organized counselling sessions.
鈥淥ur thoughts are with the student鈥檚 loved ones during this incredibly difficult time and we have offered our full support. We will not be commenting further while the investigation is ongoing.鈥
Cambridgeshire Police have asked anyone with information to contact them via the web chat service at or by calling 101 and quoting Operation Brackley.
