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RIYADH: 黑料社区鈥檚 Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received Kuwaiti Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah at NEOM Palace on Monday.
The two officials reviewed the historic relations between their countries, aspects of bilateral cooperation, and ways to enhance and develop it in various fields.
They also exchanged views on a number of topics of common interest, Saudi Press Agency reported.
The prime minister left the Kingdom on Monday evening.
JEDDAH: Jeddah Summer Season is in full swing, offering a mix of entertainment, sports, shopping, and cultural experiences that continue to attract locals and tourists despite the summer heat.
Running until Aug. 31 under the 鈥淐olor Your Summer鈥 initiative by the Saudi Tourism Authority, the season features a rich lineup of events that highlight Jeddah鈥檚 coastal charm, family appeal, and commercial energy.
From the immersive Forest Wonders experience, thrilling horror fests and buzzing beach activities, to musical performances and heritage shopping in Al-Balad, the program reflects the city鈥檚 reputation as a top-tier tourism destination in 黑料社区.
Popular attractions this year include the Jeddah Shopping Festival, which combines major retail details with lively music nights and engaging live shows, creating a singular commercial and entertainment experience.
鈥 Jeddah Summer Season is running until Aug. 31 under the 鈥楥olor Your Summer鈥 initiative by the Saudi Tourism Authority.
鈥 It features a rich lineup of events that highlight Jeddah鈥檚 coastal charm, family appeal, and commercial energy.
The West Coast beach program is another standout, offering a range of activities at popular spots.
The attractions include the Zaya, Eden and Kashta beaches, the Souq, Pink beach (private location for women) and Jeddah Waves where visitors can enjoy concerts, food stalls, and family-friendly fun along the Red Sea coast.
Meanwhile Forest Wonders has emerged as a family favorite. The air-conditioned, jungle-themed indoor venue features animal encounters, theatrical performances, adventure-style dining, and interactive experiences designed to captivate children and adults.
We visit Jeddah every summer, but this year鈥檚 has been truly exceptional. The range of events and the level of organization are impressive; the events are beautifully diversified.
Abulrahman Al-Nahari, Returning visitor from Jazan
Visitors say this year鈥檚 program offers more variety and polish than ever.
Abulrahman Al-Nahari, a 52-year-old returning visitor from Jazan, praised the organization and diversity of activities, citing a beach trip and island tour to Bayada as highlights.
He told Arab News: 鈥淲e visit Jeddah every summer, but this year鈥檚 has been truly exceptional. The range of events and the level of organization are impressive; the events are beautifully diversified.鈥
Al-Nahari, who is visiting with his four children, added: 鈥淲e have been here for just a week and it is fun so far ... Despite the heat we enjoyed activities such as Kashta beach and the Jeddah historical district.鈥
Fatima Al-Bugami, a mother of two from Makkah, said her children loved Forest Wonders, while she enjoyed shopping in the historic Al-Balad district.
鈥淚t is a unique shopping experience in the heart of Jeddah where you can find everything you need,鈥 she said, noting that they also enjoyed dining at Bab Makkah鈥檚 seafood restaurants.
鈥淚t was a fun day for us,鈥 she said.
Even lifelong Jeddah resident Muhannad Shaker, who typically avoids crowds, was impressed by the season鈥檚 offerings.
鈥淭his year my friends were able to convince me to go to the various beaches which are part of Jeddah Summer Season and I really found them well organized and very neat,鈥 he told Arab News.
鈥淚t kept us busy with entertaining activities beside swimming 鈥 So, simply this year鈥檚 season combines commerce and entertainment events which is really amazing.鈥
RIYADH: The Raghadan Historical Market in Baha has opened with a lineup of vibrant cultural and entertainment programs under the auspices of Prince Hussam bin Saud bin Abdulaziz, the region鈥檚 governor, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
Running daily from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., the market features folk performances, historical artifacts, and programs portraying traditional life in the region.
Visitors can also enjoy artistic showcases, Arabic calligraphy, photography exhibits, children鈥檚 activities, and family-friendly competitions.
A key focus of the event is the participation of families involved in the production of handmade crafts and traditional products. Local food and drinks are also on offer.
The 17th International Honey Festival at Raghadan Forest Park achieved strong commercial results, with over 8 tonnes of honey sold and sales surpassing SR1.5 million ($400,000).
The market serves as a platform for cultural exchange, promotes heritage tourism, and positions Baha as a year-round cultural destination, the SPA reported.
Meanwhile, the 17th International Honey Festival has concluded at Raghadan Forest Park. It attracted 50,000 visitors and featured 34 beekeepers from across the Kingdom showcasing a wide array of products.
Organized by the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, the event spotlighted the biodiversity of bees in the region and the high quality of local honey.
The festival achieved strong commercial results, with over 8 tonnes of honey sold and sales surpassing SR1.5 million ($400,000).
It also reinforced the ministry鈥檚 efforts to develop rural economies, encourage investment, and support the agricultural sector, the SPA reported.
RIYADH: Manga Arabia, a subsidiary of the Saudi Research and Media Group, has signed a licensing agreement with leading Japanese manga publisher HERO鈥橲 Inc. to deliver compelling content for manga fans across the Arab world.
Through this collaboration, Manga Arabia will license, translate, and publish several prominent Japanese manga titles in Arabic, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The agreement includes rights to 鈥淎kari,鈥 鈥淕in no Kun,鈥 and 鈥淕rendizer U,鈥 a remake of the iconic series by Japanese artist Go Nagai.
Originally serialized from October 1975 to May 1976, the classic 鈥淕rendizer鈥 series gained widespread popularity across the Arab world. The official Arabic release of 鈥淕rendizer U鈥 is a major milestone for longtime fans.
This partnership reflects Manga Arabia鈥檚 commitment to building strategic relationships with leading players in the international manga industry.
The company is expanding regionally and globally through its publications Manga Arabia Youth and Manga Arabia Kids, available in digital and print formats.
To date, Manga Arabia鈥檚 applications have surpassed 12 million downloads in over 195 countries, with monthly print distribution exceeding 250,000 copies across the Arab world.
As part of its international expansion, Manga Arabia has launched Manga International, headquartered in Tokyo, to strengthen its presence in key global markets.
RIYADH: The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture has launched an empowerment program for nonprofit organizations, offering 26 specialized workshops across 11 regions of the Kingdom.
The program aims to enhance civil associations鈥 operational efficiency and strengthen their developmental role in line with Vision 2030, according to a Saudi Press Agency report.
The ministry said that eight workshops will be held in Riyadh, eight in the Eastern Province and Makkah region, and four in Madinah and Asir.
Additionally, six workshops will take place in Tabuk, Qassim, Jazan, Hail, Jouf, and Northern Borders, ensuring broad access for nonprofit organizations.
The workshops will cover key topics such as establishing foundations and civil associations, partnership building, marketing, strategic planning, governance, financial sustainability, and promoting professional volunteering.
Through these sessions, the ministry aims to boost the skills of nonprofit sector workers, contributing to greater social impact and sustainability.
For inquiries, contact via email at [email protected] or call the unified number 939.
JEDDAH: The theme and visual identity for the 95th Saudi National Day on Sept. 23 were unveiled on Monday with the slogan 鈥淧ride in Our Nature.鈥
The announcement was made by Turki Alalshikh, the chairman of the General Entertainment Authority and chairman of the Saudi Boxing Federation, who shared the news on his official account on X.
It read: 鈥淭he new identity for #95th_National_Day is now launched under the slogan #Pride_In_Our_Nature. Download the identity and its applications: https://nd.gea.gov.sa.鈥
This year鈥檚 identity is a tribute to the character, values and ambitions that define the Kingdom of 黑料社区, the GEA said.
It celebrates how Saudis are known for their generosity, authenticity, ambition, kindness, and a willingness to stand by one another in moments of need.
The National Day鈥檚 visual identity comprises six main illustrations, each representing a distinct national trait. These core values are visually translated into symbols inspired by Saudi culture and history.
There is generosity, which is symbolized by the dallah (traditional coffee pot) and finjan (coffee cup), representing Saudi hospitality.
The country鈥檚 authenticity is emphasized by the cultural depth and heritage embedded in the Saudi way of life.
Ambition, represented by Tuwaiq Mountain, symbolizes resilience and a high-reaching national spirit, inspired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman鈥檚 famous quote comparing Saudi ambition to the steadfastness of the iconic mountain.
Faz鈥檃h (solidarity and aid), depicted through crossed hands and inspired by a well-known gesture by the crown prince, symbolizes readiness, unity and mutual support.
Vision 2030, incorporated as a future-focused trait, showcases 黑料社区鈥檚 strategic road map for development and transformation.
Hospitality highlights the Kingdom鈥檚 commitment to philanthropy and supporting others.
Each illustration is paired with a unique color identity, and supported by three secondary pattern designs, creating a visually rich and cohesive image that mirrors the diversity and unity of the Saudi people.
The official logo features geometric typography fused with patterns inspired by traditional Saudi weaving techniques.
The phrase 鈥淧ride in Our Nature鈥 is visually constructed using bold, block-like forms in a modern expression of heritage, unity, and national pride. The logo鈥檚 integrity is protected. It must not be altered, redrawn, or manipulated in any way.
A dedicated typeface has also been developed to complement the identity, available in multiple font weights to ensure clarity and consistency across all official applications.
The identity package includes a wide range of ready-to-use assets such as visuals of Saudi leadership, official National Day logos, templates for office and outdoor advertisements, product applications and digital resources for download at https://nd.gea.gov.sa.
To unify online participation, the following hashtag has been approved for public and official use: #SaudiNationalDay95.
