Rayyanah Barnawi, the first Arab female astronaut, was officially recognised for her pioneering space flight by Guinness World Records; she said 'this trip does not just represent me, but rather the entire Arab world and all Saudis'

The Global Center for Combating Extremist Ideology has blocked terrorist organizations from using over 1,2 million links to evade digital monitoring; Riyadh-based Etidal was founded in 2017 as a NGO with the purpose of combating extremism

The Saudi Entertainment and Amusement Expo will return for its seventh edition from 20 to 22 May at the Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Centre, bringing together the world's top entertainment and amusement brands

A survey based on WHO's World Health Survey Plus indications and methodology will target a representative sample of residents across Saudi Arabia through individual and household questionnaires to monitor trends and behaviors and improve public services

The number of licensed rooms recorded a growth of 69% in 2024 compared to year 2023, reaching 475.970 units; Ministry of Tourism spokesperson underlines the ministry's efforts to streamline the licensing process for operators and investors in the sector