- Covering 186,000 sq. km and featuring 1,800 km of coastline, the area is home to diverse marine ecosystems, including the world’s fourth-largest barrier reef system and 6.2 percent of global coral reefs
- The initiative reflects Saudi Arabia’s broader efforts to integrate environmental sustainability into its economic agenda while developing its marine-based industries
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- Israel has treated Palestinians in Gaza as subhuman group unworthy of human rights, says Amnesty
- Rights group releases 300-page report featuring satellite images showing devastation in Gaza, ground reports
- Riyadh and Paris aim to increase the number of flights connecting them
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- Macron will name a new prime minister within days following downfall of Michel Barnier
- President laid blame at the door of far right opponents for bringing down government
- The regulations approved at the meeting — chaired by Adhwan Al-Ahmari — aimed at providing various services and support to fellow journalists across the Kingdom
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Lama Al-Badin
Lama Al-Badin is an eight-year-old inventor from Saudi Arabia, who won an international competition for designing a pair of glasses that aim to help blind people navigate the world safely. The girl from the eastern city of Dammam bested nearly 1,000 entries from 19 countries in the “Glasses of the Future” competition.
Not Just a Boutique
Despite its name, Anarat Boutique is not just a boutique. Located just a few km away from the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, Anarat Boutique is a heritage hotel that was transformed from a century-old house. Project founder May Al-Musallam says her project is "not just a tourist destination, but also a bridge connecting the past and present, offering a window into the authentic spirit of Saudi heritage in its most beautiful form.”
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- After six Formula 1 championships in 12 years, Ferrari-bound driver will end his association with German team at Yas Marina Circuit
- With qualifying sometimes proving a challenge, Hamilton was unable to compete for regular podiums, instead having to settle for top-10 finishes
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