Author: Editorial Team

KATHMANDU — The death toll from devastating flash floods and landslides in Nepal and China’s Tibet region has risen to 750, while more than 3,000 people remain missing, according to the latest figures released Sunday. In Nepal, 2,498 people remain unaccounted for, including hundreds of foreign nationals. Chinese authorities, meanwhile, have reported 16 deaths and 546 people missing in Tibet. Search and rescue operations are continuing across Nepal for those still missing, including 933 workers from hydropower projects, 589 foreign nationals, 127 Nepalis traveling with foreign tourists and residents from several affected districts. Nearly 20,000 security personnel have been deployed,…

RIYADH — The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has launched the Kingdom’s first Food Composition Database, providing accurate nutritional data on local foods and traditional dishes consumed across Saudi Arabia. Represented by the National Nutrition Committee and developed under the Health Sector Transformation Program, the Saudi Food Composition Database is based on approved scientific methodologies and high-quality standards. The database serves as a national reference for food composition data across the health, research and nutrition sectors, providing comprehensive information on energy, carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber. As part of broader efforts to advance national food data…

RIYADH — The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has launched the Kingdom’s first Food Composition Database, providing accurate nutritional data on local foods and traditional dishes consumed across Saudi Arabia. Represented by the National Nutrition Committee and developed under the Health Sector Transformation Program, the Saudi Food Composition Database is based on approved scientific methodologies and high-quality standards. The database serves as a national reference for food composition data across the health, research and nutrition sectors, providing comprehensive information on energy, carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber. As part of broader efforts to advance national food data…

The National Portal for Hobbies, “Hawi,” an initiative of the Quality of Life Program, continues its growth across Saudi Arabia, registering 111,167 members, 3,533 hobby clubs, and 4,123 events covering 233 different hobbies.  This growth reflects the expanding base of hobbyists in the Kingdom and the increasingly organized communities around them, in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.  Hawi works to develop the hobbies sector and empower its practitioners by providing a structured environment for individuals to establish and join hobby clubs, organize activities and events, access suitable spaces and facilities, and connect with those who share their…

RIYADH — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Saudi Arabia’s solidarity with Algeria following forest fires in the northern part of the country that resulted in deaths and injuries. In a statement, the ministry conveyed Saudi Arabia’s sincere condolences to the Algerian government and people, particularly the families of those who died in the fires. It also wished a speedy recovery to those injured. Source: Saudi Gazette

The 13th annual Grape Festival kicked off yesterday in Oyoun Al-Jawa Governorate, organized by the Qassim Municipality to support growers and showcase regional grape production, with over 60 local farms participating.  Running for three days, the event offers fresh produce displays, derivative products, and family cultural and entertainment activities to stimulate agricultural marketing and local tourism. Source: Riyadh Daily

More than 200 skilled auctioneers are leading high-energy live auctions at the Buraidah International Dates Carnival, managing transactions across a heavy daily influx of vehicles carrying premium date harvests.  As a primary marketing channel, auctioneers climb atop loaded trucks to assess and highlight crop quality before launching competitive live bidding among regional farmers, traders, and individual buyers, directly influencing market prices.  Agricultural enterprises and traders actively enlist seasoned auctioneers for their negotiation expertise and ability to engage buyers. The carnival’s auction yard receives about 2,000 date-laden vehicles daily, offering over 100 varieties produced across Qassim Region, home to more than…

Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Ahmed Al-Rajhi chaired the 121st session of the Executive Council of the Arab Organization for Administrative Development (ARADO), held from August 24 to 26, 2026, at the ARADO’s headquarters in Cairo, Arab Republic of Egypt, with the participation of ministers and representatives of the member states on the Executive Council.  During the meeting, the council discussed several agenda items, most notably reviewing ARADO’s achievements in 2025, following up on the implementation of previous Executive Council decisions, and examining the preliminary framework for the second phase of the strategic plan for 2027–2030.  Minister Al-Rajhi…

The Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority (Monsha’at), in partnership with the Saudi Exports Development Authority, concluded the activities on Export Week, which was held from August 23 to 27, 2026, at the SMEs Support Centers in Riyadh, Jeddah, Madinah, and Al-Khobar, as well as in Aseer Region at the Work Corner incubator in cooperation with the Aseer Region Development Authority. The event also took place at the headquarters of the Qassim Chamber and Tabuk Chamber, and included virtual meetings in cooperation with Al-Baha Chamber. The aim was to strengthen integration with government agencies and services that support exports and…

NIAMEY — Nigerien authorities said Saturday they had regained control after a group of soldiers rebelled against officers at a key military base and opened fire on sensitive sites in the capital, Niamey, in an apparent mutiny that triggered hours of gunfire and explosions. Defense Minister Gen. Salifou Mody said there had been a “break with discipline and military regulations” at Base 101, a military airbase located at Diori Hamani International Airport. He said soldiers attempted to rebel against officers at the base and fired at sensitive locations before security forces brought the situation under control. Sustained gunfire and explosions…