Welcome to AL-MONITOR Riyadh. P.S. Have feedback or tips on Riyadh's culture scene? Send them my way at contactus@al-monitor.com. Despite the security tensions and uncertainty gripping the region, ...

Saudi Arabia will host the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 from January 6 to 24, 2026. The tournament features 16 national teams ...

“Anime Town” in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has solidified its position as the world’s largest anime city, drawing visitors from around the world. Saudi Arabia has witnessed a burgeoning interest in manga ...

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national airline, has signed a landmark strategic partnership with the Ministry of Culture to transform the travel experience by embedding authentic Saudi culture into ...

Riyadh: The facade of Riyadh’s Tuwaiq Tower has become a vast canvas bearing a portrait of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, in one of the largest murals painted on a building in the region and ...

Conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran threatens Riyadh's cultural transformation. US-Iran deal in 2026 at 26.5% YES.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Judy Koutsky covers adventure, luxury, wellness and family travel. Saudi Arabia, has long been known for its religious ...

The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) today launched its participation at Expo 2025 Osaka with the “Wonders of Arabia” exhibition ...

RIYADH — The first edition of the Cultural Investment Conference 2025 will begin Monday in Riyadh, under the patronage of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. The two-day event, ...

The U.K. has struck a major new culture deal with Saudi Arabia after British prime minister Keir Starmer met with the Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud in Riyadh on Monday. The news comes as ...

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Events Investment Fund (EIF) — launched by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi ...

W Hotels has opened W Riyadh KAFD, its first hotel in Saudi Arabia, bringing luxury stays, dining venues and wellness to the ...