Saudi Arabia’s emerging film landscape is being reshaped by a generation of filmmakers who once traveled to the United States for education but have now returned with a broader vision, deeper skills, and a powerful desire to root their craft firmly in the Kingdom’s cultural identity. What originally started as a handful of students curious about filmmaking has matured into a creative movement that is steadily carving out a place for Saudi cinema on the global map. Their academic journeys abroad — especially in American institutions known for strong storytelling traditions — have become a bridge to modern cinematic methods…
Author: Baseerat Talib
Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman highlighted the strength, history, and enduring significance of the Saudi–U.S. relationship during a prestigious White House dinner hosted by U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump. Speaking before an audience that included senior U.S. officials, the Crown Prince expressed that Saudi Arabia feels a sense of comfort and familiarity in the United States, praising the warmth of the American reception. His remarks reflected both a celebration of nearly ninety years of diplomatic ties and an optimistic outlook on the future of cooperation between the two nations. “Thank you for the warm…
Google has taken a major leap forward in the artificial intelligence arena with the introduction of its next-generation AI system, Gemini 3. Launched on Monday, the company is calling this its “most intelligent” and “factually precise” AI model to date, signaling a renewed push to reclaim momentum in the AI space, especially as competitors like OpenAI face challenges following the rollout of GPT-5. With Gemini 3, Google is aiming not just to compete, but to redefine how AI interacts with users across multiple forms of media. In an unprecedented move, Google has made its flagship model, Gemini 3 Pro, available…
Pakistan is entering a period of escalating climate danger, and officials now warn that the coming monsoon season in 2026 could be one of the most destructive in recent memory. Forecasts indicate that next year’s rains may be 22 to 26 percent heavier than those seen this year, raising alarms across disaster-management and climate-response institutions. This projection alone would be cause for concern, but what intensifies the worry is the growing link between abnormal monsoon behaviour and rapidly rising temperatures across the region. Experts say the country’s vulnerability has never been greater. A shorter winter, followed by prolonged heat waves,…
Saudi Arabia has made unprecedented progress in expanding its presence in the global higher education landscape, reflecting a broader commitment to cultivating highly skilled human capital aligned with Vision 2030. Of the 14,037 Saudi students currently pursuing education in the United States, 1,165 are now enrolled in the world’s top 30 universities, a remarkable achievement that underscores the Kingdom’s strategic focus on quality and excellence in international academic engagement. A major driver behind this transformation is the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Scholarship Program, launched in March 2022 by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Over the past three years,…
The National Institute of Health has issued a fresh and comprehensive warning about the rising levels of smog across the country, calling it one of the most serious public-health threats for the coming winter season. According to the advisory, the combination of cold air and toxic particles in the atmosphere from November through February can significantly increase respiratory problems, chest infections, pneumonia, asthma flare-ups, heart-related complications, and various seasonal allergies. The advisory emphasizes that smog is not only a medical issue but also a wider social, environmental, and economic concern. When air pollution intensifies, cities experience slow commercial activity, reduced…
The United States has taken a significant step in its defense partnership with Saudi Arabia by granting approval for the Kingdom to acquire American-made F-35 fighter jets. President Donald Trump confirmed the development, describing it as an important advancement in bilateral military cooperation. The announcement was made only a day before Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s expected visit to Washington, underscoring the importance of the decision within the broader strategic relationship between the two countries. If all phases of the agreement proceed successfully, Saudi Arabia would join a distinguished group of nations already operating the F-35. This list includes major…
Minister of Municipalities and Housing Majed Al-Hogail marked a significant moment in Riyadh today as he formally inaugurated Cityscape Global 2025, an international gathering that has rapidly become one of the largest real estate and urban innovation events in the world. The exhibition is being held under the theme “The Future of Urban Living,” a phrase that reflects not only the direction of the event but also the Kingdom’s broader ambitions to redefine the standards of modern cities. The opening ceremony drew the attendance of distinguished investors, world-renowned urban planners, major real estate developers, financial institutions, architects, and technology pioneers from…
According to a detailed statement released by the Royal Court, and in accordance with the instructions of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, departed on Monday, November 17, 2025, for an important official visit to the United States of America. This trip comes in response to a formal invitation extended by U.S. President Donald Trump, aimed at strengthening the long-standing partnership between the two nations. This visit carries significance far beyond a ceremonial…
In recent weeks, Israel’s internal political arena has once again been shaken by fierce criticism coming from two of the country’s most hardline right-wing ministers. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir — both known for their uncompromising ideological views — have intensified their public opposition to any international initiative that seeks to grant formal recognition to a Palestinian state. Their statements have not only targeted global actors but have also turned inward, placing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu under exceptional pressure. Smotrich, speaking through a lengthy message on social media platform “X,” accused Netanyahu of failing to…