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Severe weather: Jeddah schools shift to online classes

Red alert issued as heavy rain, strong winds and flash floods hit the region

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Saudi schools in Jeddah, Rabigh and Khulais move online as red alert issued

New 785km rail to cut Riyadh–Doha travel to 2 hours

The network is projected to carry more than 10 million passengers annually

The project is considered one of the most significant modern infrastructure undertakings between two Gulf nations, and envisaged as a major artery for high-speed travel.

Saudi Arabia leads Arab world in AI growth

Global AI Index places Kingdom among world’s fastest-advancing AI economies

Saudi Arabia ranks 5th globally in AI growth, first in Arab world

Saudi banking assets surge to all-time high of SR4.94t

Record growth underscores economic momentum, expanding financing activity across Kingdom

Saudi banking assets hit record SR4.94 trillion as sector posts strongest growth

Three Saudi cities join UNESCO learning network

UNESCO recognition boosts Saudi drive for lifelong learning and future skills

Tourists at the Elephant Rock. The Elephant Rock is one of the world’s most popular rocks and the highlight of the region of AlUla.

Icon Rekha honoured at Red Sea Film Festival in Jeddah

The icon spoke about how films have taught her everything in life about love and more

Rekha at the fifth edition of the Red Sea International Film Festival 2025

Madinah schools shift online due to heavy rain warnings

Schools move online on Monday amid warnings of severe weather and flooding

Madinah schools move online due to heavy rain

Heavy rain triggers landslide in Tabuk, roads closed

Saudi authorities act swiftly after landslide, no further risk reported

Saudi authorities close road after landslide in Tabuk triggered by heavy rain

Heavy rain warnings issued for Jeddah and wider Makkah

Alert: NCM forecasts flash floods and severe weather in Jeddah, Makkah governorates

NCM warns of storms and flash floods across Makkah region

Kuwait revokes citizenship of Tareq Al Suwaidan

Al Suwaidan has long been a figure of influence across media and religious discourse

Kuwait revokes citizenship of Islamic preacher Tareq Al Suwaidan

How Adrien Brody brought vulnerability to Red Sea Fest

In a compelling master-class in Saudi, Gulf News saw Adrien Brody at his most vulnerable

US actor Adrien Brody arrives for the opening ceremony of the 5th edition of the Red Sea Film Festival in Jeddah on December 4, 2025.

Tourist beach draws weekend crowds after major upgrades

The Red Sea coastal destination is becoming one of the region’s winter tourism hubs

Upgrades are designed to improve visitor experience and protect the scenic landscape.

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