Saudi Arabia to experience scorching heat through the month

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Riyadh and cities in the Eastern Province are on the meteorological department’s high alert. (Supplied)
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Updated 02 July 2024
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Saudi Arabia to experience scorching heat through the month

Saudi Arabia to experience scorching heat through the month
  • Temperatures expected to surge to 50 C in late July and early August
  • Riyadh and the Eastern Province are expected to experience extreme heat

RIYADH: Temperatures in Saudi Arabia are expected to rise to 50 degrees Celsius in late July and early August.

Riyadh and cities in the Eastern Province were on the meteorological department’s high alert over the searing heat forecast for the month, with the maximum temperature soaring to 44 C in Riyadh and 47 C in Dammam on Tuesday.

According to the National Center of Meteorology, temperatures across Saudi Arabia are expected to remain high this month. From Monday, July 1, until next Friday, July 12, 2024, Riyadh and the Eastern Province are expected to experience extreme heat, with maximum temperatures surging to 47 C in Riyadh and 49-50 C in Dammam.

Similar conditions are forecast for parts of Makkah and Madinah, with temperatures surging to 42-45 C.

The NCM forecasts that heatwave conditions will persist throughout the month and continue until the first week of August. The authority issued a severe weather warning, or orange alert, in some areas including Riyadh, the Eastern Province, and the Makkah region.

An orange alert means that high temperatures are expected and that prolonged exposure to the sun could likely result in heat-related illnesses.

In areas where an orange alert has been issued, doctors recommend drinking plenty of water even when not thirsty, along with oral rehydration solutions or electrolyte replenishments and homemade summer drinks like laban, lemon water, and fruit juices.

Dr. Abdullah Ahmed, who works at a hospital in Riyadh, told Arab News: “Homemade drinks such as lemonade or coriander mint water are effective remedies that not only keep you hydrated but also offer various health benefits. By taking these simple precautions and consuming these refreshing drinks, you can enjoy a healthier summer season.”

The NCM also forecast that high-speed winds will affect some parts of the Kingdom including Makkah, Riyadh and the Eastern Province.

Meanwhile, a climate expert has warned that temperatures in Saudi Arabia are expected to soar above 50 C in late July and early August.

Abdulaziz Al-Mazrui, the head of a climate change research center at King Abdulaziz University, underscored the severity of the impending heatwave and urged residents and authorities to prepare for the scorching heat during the peak summer season in the Kingdom.

Iffat Aabroo, a Riyadh resident, told Arab News: “Even early in the morning, you don’t feel comfortable going for a walk or doing any work. As the day progress, the air conditioning at home does not work properly when you have high temperatures.”

Syed Wasiuzzaman, an Alkhobar resident, told Arab News: “We are experiencing very high temperatures in the Eastern Province. It was 43 degrees in the morning at 9 a.m. when I was going to the office. As the day progressed, it surged to 47 degrees, making the day uncomfortable.”


KSA, South Korea sign deal for film industry growth

KSA, South Korea sign deal for film industry growth
Updated 23 February 2025
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KSA, South Korea sign deal for film industry growth

KSA, South Korea sign deal for film industry growth

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Film Commission and the Korean Film Council have signed a strategic partnership to enhance cooperation in the film sector, support cultural exchange, and foster the industry’s growth in the Kingdom and South Korea.

The partnership aims to promote knowledge exchange, production collaboration, talent development, and technological innovation, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

It also highlights both countries’ commitment to supporting filmmakers and expanding international opportunities for creative professionals, the SPA added.

The agreement includes training programs, workshops, master classes and mentorship opportunities led by industry experts. These initiatives will help filmmakers refine their skills in production, animation, screenwriting and directing.

The partnership further strengthens film production collaboration, encouraging Saudi and South Korean filmmakers to develop and produce joint projects, the SPA reported.

Both sides will also facilitate cooperation and networking through major film festivals, including the Red Sea International Film Festival in Saudi Arabia and the Busan International Film Festival in South Korea.


KSrelief humanitarian works continue

KSrelief humanitarian works continue
Updated 23 February 2025
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KSrelief humanitarian works continue

KSrelief humanitarian works continue

RIYADH: The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) continues its philanthropic activities continue in Yemen, Kosovo, Sudan, Bangladesh and Lebanon through the distribution of food and provision emergency medical services.

In Yemen, the Saudi agency on Friday distributed 98 tonnes of food boxes as part of the Kingdom’s commitment to enhance food security and alleviate suffering in Yemen.

In Kosovo, KSrelief handed out 900 food baskets in several cities, benefiting 4,500 individuals.

In Sudan, 227 food boxes were given to vulnerable displaced families in Gezira State as part of the third phase of KSrelief’s 2025 Food Security Support Project.

In Bangladesh, 500 food parcels were distributed in Dhaka, benefiting 2,500 individuals, as part of KSrelief’s humanitarian gesture to ensure food security in many brotherly and friendly countries around the world.

Meanwhile in Northern Lebanon, the Lebanese Ambulance Service funded by KSrelief carried out 71 emergency missions between Feb. 14 and Feb. 20 included administering first aid, transporting patients to and from hospitals and treating burn victims of Syrian and Palestinian refugees as well as members of the host community.

This initiative is part of the project to support emergency services and transportation in refugee areas and host communities in Lebanon.


Shoura Council speaker leads Saudi delegation at Arab Parliament conference

Shoura Council speaker leads Saudi delegation at Arab Parliament conference
Updated 23 February 2025
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Shoura Council speaker leads Saudi delegation at Arab Parliament conference

Shoura Council speaker leads Saudi delegation at Arab Parliament conference
  • The conference focused on strengthening Arab parliamentary unity, with a key agenda item dedicated to supporting the Palestinian people

CAIRO: The speaker of the Shoura Council, Sheikh Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al Al-Sheikh, led Saudi Arabia’s delegation at the 7th Conference of the Arab Parliament and the Presidents of Arab Councils and Parliaments.

The conference, held at the League of Arab States headquarters in Cairo on Saturday, focused on strengthening Arab parliamentary unity.

One agenda item was dedicated to supporting the Palestinian people and rejecting any proposals for their forced displacement. As part of the discussions, participants worked on formulating a unified Arab parliamentary stance to advocate for Palestinian rights. The outcome was the planned issuance of a unified Arab parliamentary action plan outlining concrete steps Arab parliamentarians could take.

Ahead of its official approval, the Presidents of Arab Councils and Parliaments held a closed consultative session to finalize the main aspects of the plan, which will be submitted to the Arab Summit for adoption.

The Kingdom’s conference delegation included the secretary-general of the Shoura Council, Mohammed bin Dakhil Al-Mutairi, along with council members Saad bin Salib Al-Otaibi, Tariq bin Saeed Al-Shammari, Hanan bint Abdullah Al-Sammari, Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Aifan and Amal bint Abdulaziz Al-Hazani.


King Salman orders the naming of 15 Riyadh squares after Saudi imams and kings

King Salman orders the naming of 15 Riyadh squares after Saudi imams and kings
Updated 22 February 2025
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King Salman orders the naming of 15 Riyadh squares after Saudi imams and kings

King Salman orders the naming of 15 Riyadh squares after Saudi imams and kings
  • The initiative followed a proposal by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and coincides with Saudi Arabia’s celebration of Founding Day

RIYADH: King Salman on Saturday issued a directive to name 15 squares in Riyadh after notable imams and kings of the Saudi State, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The initiative followed a proposal by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and coincides with Saudi Arabia’s celebration of Founding Day on Feb. 22, SPA added.

The move reflects the leadership’s commitment to honoring the legacy of the rulers who, for more than three centuries, have played a pivotal role in the Kingdom’s foundation, unification, and development.

These leaders safeguarded Saudi Arabia’s resources, ensured its security, and contributed to the prosperity of its people.

The newly named squares, located along Riyadh’s main roads, will commemorate historical figures from the Saudi State, including Imam Muhammad bin Saud, Imam Abdulaziz bin Muhammad, Imam Saud bin Abdulaziz, Imam Abdullah bin Saud, Imam Turki bin Abdullah, Imam Faisal bin Turki, Imam Abdullah bin Faisal, and Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal.

The list also includes modern Saudi rulers King Abdulaziz, King Saud, King Faisal, King Khalid, King Fahd, King Abdullah, and King Salman.


Saudi embassy in Syria celebrates Founding Day

Saudi embassy in Syria celebrates Founding Day
Updated 22 February 2025
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Saudi embassy in Syria celebrates Founding Day

Saudi embassy in Syria celebrates Founding Day
  • Saudi Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah Al-Swaha held high-level meetings with senior executives from major global companies at the Future Investment Initiative in Miami

DAMASCUS: Saudi Arabia’s Embassy in the Syrian Arab Republic held a reception on the occasion of the Kingdom’s Founding Day at its headquarters in the Syrian capital, Damascus.

The celebration was attended by the Syrian Deputy Foreign Minister Yasser Al-Jundi, members of the diplomatic corps accredited to Syria, and a group of businessmen and intellectuals, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday.

Meanwhile, Saudi Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah Al-Swaha held high-level meetings with senior executives from major global companies at the Future Investment Initiative in Miami to bolster partnerships in technology, artificial intelligence, investment and the space sector.