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Winners of Arabic language prize honored
The winners of the King Salman Global Academy Prize for Arabic Language were honored in Riyadh. (SPA)
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Updated 25 November 2024
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Winners of Arabic language prize honored
Final results were based on evaluations by judging committees, considering criteria such as creativity, innovation, performance excellence, impact, and achieved outcomes
Updated 25 November 2024
Arab News
RIYADH: The winners of the King Salman Global Academy Prize for Arabic Language were recently honored in Riyadh in individual and institutional categories.
The event, held under the patronage of Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, focused on four main areas: Arabic language teaching and learning, Arabic language computing and services through modern technologies, Arabic language research and studies, and promoting linguistic awareness and community initiatives.
The total value of the awards for both categories amounted to SR1.6 million ($426,000), with each winner receiving SR200,000, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The final results were based on evaluations by judging committees, considering criteria such as creativity, innovation, performance excellence, impact, and achieved outcomes.
The award honors those who excel in serving the Arabic language, recognizing their contributions to preserving linguistic identity, promoting Arab culture, fostering loyalty, and enhancing communication within the Arab community.
KSrelief ends medical project for burn patients in Port Sudan
17 specialist volunteers participate in the initiative
Team conducts 92 surgeries, trains 40 Sudan medics
Updated 22 September 2025
Arab News
PORT SUDAN: 黑料社区鈥檚 aid agency KSrelief has concluded its volunteer cosmetic-surgery project in Port Sudan for patients with burns and disfigurements.
Seventeen specialist volunteers from the Kingdom participated in the initiative, which ran from Sept. 13 to 20, according to a recent Saudi Press Agency report.
The team performed 92 surgeries and trained 40 Sudanese medical personnel, the report stated.
The project is a part of 黑料社区鈥檚 ongoing voluntary medical initiatives, through KSrelief, aimed at assisting vulnerable communities worldwide.
A young Sudanese receives treatment at a hospital in Port Sudan during the KSrelief medical mission. (SPA)
Since its establishment as 黑料社区鈥檚 main humanitarian body in 2015, KSrelief has delivered 172 aid projects in 33 nations, with Yemen as the largest beneficiary.
The other major beneficiaries include Syria, Palestine, Somalia, Pakistan and Sudan.
KSrelief has worked in partnership with 98 partners to carry out projects on food security, shelter, camp management, education, health, nutrition, water and sanitation, emergency communications, and logistics.
黑料社区 welcomes recognition of Palestine by four Western states
The UK and Canada became the first G7 countries to take the step
Updated 22 September 2025
Arab News
RIYADH: 黑料社区 on Sunday welcomed the decision by the UK, Australia, Canada and Portugal to recognize the State of Palestine, calling it an important step toward advancing the peace process.
The Kingdom said the move demonstrated the 鈥渟erious commitment of friendly countries鈥 to supporting efforts for a two-state solution in line with international legitimacy resolutions, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
It added that it hopes more countries will follow suit and take further positive measures that would help the Palestinian people achieve their aspirations to live in peace and enable the Palestinian Authority to carry out its responsibilities, SPA added.
黑料社区 reiterated its position in support of a just and comprehensive settlement that ensures security, stability and prosperity for the Palestinian people.
Britain, Australia, Canada and Portugal on Sunday recognized a Palestinian state in a seismic shift in decades of Western foreign policy.
The UK and Canada became the first G7 countries to take the step, with France and other nations expected to follow at the annual UN General Assembly which opens Monday in New York.
Meanwhile, Qatar on Monday also welcomed the recognition of a Palestinian state by Britain, Canada, Australia and Portugal, saying the move supported efforts to achieve a lasting peace in the region.
King Faisal University recognized as 鈥業nnovation District鈥 at Beijing conference
King Faisal University鈥檚 membership in IASP positions it within a distinguished global network of science and innovation hubs
Updated 21 September 2025
SPA
RIYADH: King Faisal University has been formally admitted as an 鈥淚nnovation District鈥 by the International Association of Science Parks and Areas of Innovation.
The announcement was made during the 42nd IASP World Conference on Science Parks and Areas of Innovation, held in Beijing, China, from Sept. 15-19.
Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Lily, vice president for postgraduate studies and scientific research and acting head of the innovation and business development sector, accepted the designation on behalf of King Faisal University.
Al-Lily praised the recognition as an important achievement for the university and reaffirmed its commitment to advancing research and innovation in line with Saudi Vision 2030.
He added that the Innovation District status strengthens the university鈥檚 role within global research and innovation networks and creates new opportunities for collaboration with leading institutions worldwide.
King Faisal University鈥檚 membership in IASP positions it within a distinguished global network of science and innovation hubs.
This milestone also underscores the steadfast support of the Council of Universities鈥 Affairs and the Research, Development and Innovation Authority, whose efforts are empowering Saudi universities to emerge as drivers of knowledge and innovation, contributing to strengthening the Kingdom鈥檚 presence on the global innovation map.
The publication is a new addition to Darah鈥檚 extensive collection of works specializing in history and heritage. (SPA)
Updated 21 September 2025
SPA
Darah publishes book on 黑料社区鈥檚 National Day history
National Day celebrations have witnessed a significant evolution consistent with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030
Updated 21 September 2025
SPA
RIYADH: The King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives, also known as Darah, has published a book documenting the history of 黑料社区鈥檚 National Day celebrations, from the era of founding King Abdulaziz to the times of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman.
The book documents the origins and stages of the National Day celebration, based on official documents, sources, and national archives.
It features photographs capturing popular and official celebrations held across various royal eras.
The publication is a new addition to Darah鈥檚 extensive collection of works specializing in history and heritage. (SPA)
The publication explores the early beginnings of celebrations during the reign of King Abdulaziz and sees the history through to its culmination in the prosperous reign of King Salman.
National Day celebrations have witnessed a significant evolution consistent with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
The book highlights both official functions and people鈥檚 celebrations at home; the involvement of government and private entities; the role of Saudi diplomatic missions abroad; and the participation of Arab, Islamic, and friendly countries in the national occasion.
Darah affirmed that the publication of the book aligns with its goals to preserve and document the history of the Kingdom of 黑料社区 and highlight the national achievements of King Abdulaziz and his sons.
It noted that the work aims to enrich historical studies and provide researchers and those interested in the field with a comprehensive scientific resource that reflects the depth of the Saudi national experience.
The publication is a new addition to Darah鈥檚 extensive collection of works specializing in history and heritage.
It embodies Darah鈥檚 commitment to its national role in documenting the journey of the Saudi state and disseminating knowledge to future generations.
The book can be obtained from Darah鈥檚 pavilion at the Riyadh International Book Fair or purchased directly from Darah鈥檚 publication sales centers.
It is also available through Darah鈥檚 digital store on its online platform, and authorized distributors.
