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3 years ago

Saudi: Red Sea Global Debuts Largest Off-Grid EV Charging Network

In a pioneering move toward sustainable transportation, Red Sea Global (RSG), the mastermind behind regenerative tourism destinations such as Amaala and The Red Sea, has achieved a significant milestone by completing the installation of the largest off-grid electric vehicle (EV) charging network in Saudi Arabia. Comprising more than 150 strategically placed charging stations, this network spans phase one of The Red Sea destination area. It is designed to support RSG’s initial fleet of 80 electric vehicles, including models from Lucid and Mercedes, ensuring these luxury EVs remain charged and operational on the roads. John Pagano, Group CEO of RSG, expressed the company’s commitment to combining sustainability and luxury in a unique manner, stating, “Our ambition to combine sustainability and luxury like never before takes a new form as we drive The Red Sea into the future of next-gen, smart mobility, fully powered by sunlight.” The exclusive use of electric vehicles, including Mercedes-Benz EQS and Lucid Air, is reserved for guest transport during their stay at The Red Sea. These luxury EVs will facilitate seamless travel experiences for guests, whether arriving at the destination, departing, or moving within the various resorts and facilities. Advance bookings or on-demand services will allow guests […]

3 years ago

6 Saudi Schools Suspend Classes Over Virus Infection

Education authorities in central Saudi Arabia have ordered a three-day suspension of classes in six schools and a shift to online teaching after viral infection cases were detected. The suspension, which took effect from Tuesday, was ordered by the education department in Al Mithnab governorate, part of Al Qassim, in response to an alert from health authorities in the area of Northern Kharma about the spread of a seasonal flu viral infection among students and teachers of the schools. The schools, where classes were suspended, are being sterilised, and in-person classes will resume on Sunday. The virus, which hit these schools, is seasonal and the shift to online teaching came after a rise in infection cases. On the first day of infection, around 140 cases were recorded and 70 others on the following day. Sources put the total number of infection cases among students and teachers at 300. Health authorities in Al Qassim, meanwhile, said the infection is not a cause for worry and is seasonal. “The decision to suspend classes is discretionary,” it added, according to Okaz.

3 years ago

Saudi: Imam Mohammed Bin Saud University Creates Department for Cinema and Theater

Imam Mohammed bin Saud Islamic University of Riyadh has approved the creation of the Department of Cinema and Theatre in the College of Media and Communication. This is part of the comprehensive academic restructuring of the university. The restructuring included the creation of the Department of Cybersecurity in the College of Computer and Information Sciences; the Department of Early Childhood in the College of Education; the Department of Industrial Engineering in the College of Engineering; and the Department of Psychiatry and Department of Radiology in the College of Medicine. The university also approved amending the name of the College of Economics and Administrative Sciences to be called the College of Business with the creation of the Marketing Department in the same college itself. The university also decided to merge the Higher Institute for Da’wah and Ihtisab with the College of Fundamentals of Religion under the name of the College of Fundamentals of Religion and Da’wah, with the establishment of the Department of Intellectual Studies and the Department of Da’wah and Monitoring therein, in addition to approving the establishment of the Translation Department in the College of Languages and Translation. The university spokesman said in a statement on the X account […]

3 years ago

Saudi Arabia a world leader in electric vehicle market: minister

Saudi Arabia aims to become a global player in manufacturing electric vehicles (EVs) and related products, including electric batteries, said Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Al Khorayef. The minister made the remarks during the inauguration of Lucid Motor’s first EV manufacturing plant in Saudi Arabia, located in King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) in Rabigh governorate. The inauguration of Lucid Motor’s plant confirms the sound implementation of the National Industrial Strategy (NIS) and its seriousness in establishing a flexible, competitive, and sustainable industrial economy led by the private sector, Al Khorayef said. Electric vehicles in Saudi Arabia The EV industry is one of 12 strategic industrial sectors covered by the NIS to boost the growth of industry across the Kingdom, the minister said. The mission today is not just about building another vehicle manufacturing facility, but rather betting on the future through technology and innovation and striving for the Kingdom to become a global player in the industry of EV and related products, Al Khorayef stated. The inauguration of Lucid Motor’s EV manufacturing plant confirms the Kingdom’s commitment to the investment in clean energy and the green economy, the minister said. He added that the Kingdom will witness a vibrant […]

3 years ago

Saudi: Lucid Introduces Exclusive ‘Kingdom Dream’ Edition, Only 93 Cars by Year-End

Lucid Motors, the renowned American electric vehicle manufacturer, has unveiled a unique edition limited to just 93 cars to honour Saudi Arabia’s National Day. This exclusive production run, dubbed the “Kingdom Dream,” holds great significance for both Lucid Motors and the nation itself. “The 93rd Saudi National Day, observed on Sept. 23, was a historic moment for us,” said Faisal Sultan, vice president and managing director for the Middle East at Lucid Group. “On the 27th, we inaugurated our first international manufacturing plant and the Kingdom’s inaugural car production facility. The ‘Saudi Dream’ edition is a tribute to this monumental occasion.” Speaking to Saudi Gazette, Sultan provided further insight into this exceptional edition, explaining: “Only 93 ‘Kingdom Dream’ editions will be available. “These vehicles will feature the ‘Dream’ edition designation, enhanced by the inclusion of ‘Kingdom’ in their name and distinctive green accents on badges and throughout the car.” Customers can choose from the standard colour palette of gold, black, white, and red. Sultan emphasized: “We are currently accepting orders, and we anticipate these special editions to be available by the end of this year, if not sooner. We are working diligently to expedite the production process.” The introduction of […]

3 years ago

Saudi Ministry of Health Launches Anti-bullying Campaign in Schools

The Ministry of Health has launched an anti-bullying awareness campaign in schools aimed at safeguarding the mental health of students and reducing bullying incidents. Through the campaign, students are taught the forms bullying can take, its effects and how to deal with it, while parents are educated about the seriousness of bullying and their role in confronting the problem. The campaign identified the most important signs that indicate that a student is being bullied, which include: physical injuries, poor academic performance, anxiety and mood swings, and changing eating habits. The ministry encourages students who are being bullied to communicate with their teachers, parents or anyone else they trust, as well as to avoid responding to the bully or being alone in his or her presence. The ministry called on teachers and school principals to engage students and parents and encourage them to contribute to the efforts to combat bullying.

3 years ago

Saudi Starts First Accredited Diploma Program To Qualify Music Teachers

The Music Home School of Art Institute in Riyadh has announced the launch of the first music diploma accredited by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Culture. The first-of-its-kind music diploma in the Kingdom constitutes a quantum leap in the field of music education through training and performance, which comes in line with the country’s future aspirations. The program will start in September and last for two academic years, said the Executive Director of the Music Home, Moataz Al-Shabanah, during a press conference held at the institute’s headquarters in the presence of the Ministry of Culture’s deputy minister of national partnerships and development, Noha Kattan. He confirmed that the program will contribute to spreading the music culture, which is a universal language and a channel for building bridges of communication with other cultures. The program will include two paths, which are music education, and music performance, Al-Shabanah clarified, noting that it will qualify the graduate to become a music teacher in schools, or a professional instrumentalist, in accordance with accredited academic curricula that are compatible with the best international educational curricula.

3 years ago

20 Saudi Universities Return to Two-Semester System

As many as 20 universities across Saudi Arabia have decided to switch over to two semester system instead of the three-semester system effective from the new academic year, that will start on Sunday, Aug. 20. All these universities have revoked their existing three semesters and made the changes to transform into two semesters in the academic calander accordingly. These universities include King Abdulaziz University of Jeddah, King Saud University of Riyadh, Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal University of Dammam, King Faisal University of Al-Ahsa, King Khalid University of Abha, Al-Qassim University, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University of Riyadh, Jeddah University, Taibah University of Madinah, Al-Jouf University, Najran University, Tabuk University and Hafar Al-Batin University. The universities also included Shaqra University, Islamic University of Madinah, Saudi Electronic University, Majmaah University, Bisha University, Taif University and Hail University. According to the university sources, 9 universities will continue their three-semester system despite the growing calls for a return to the two-semester system, starting from the beginning of the new academic year.

3 years ago

5 Saudi Universities Find a Place in Shanghai Ranking for First Time, Reaching Total 12

The number of Saudi universities that found a place in the Shanghai Ranking shot up from seven in 2022 to 12 in 2023. Five Saudi universities advanced to the list of the world’s top 1,000 universities in the 2023 Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), which is also known as Shanghai Ranking. The ARWU ranking for 2023 was unveiled by ShanghaiRanking Consultancy. The Saudi universities that advanced to the ranking for the first time are the Riyadh-based Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, the largest woman’s university in the world, with a ranking that falls between 601and 700. It was followed by King Faisal University of Dammam, Al-Qassim University and Umm Al-Qura University between the rankings of 801 and 900, and then Al-Jouf University within the 901-1000 ranking. The outcome of the classification confirmed the constant care and follow-up pursued by the Saudi education system and universities over the past years, which contributed to achieving the strategic goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, which reflects the efforts that have been made. Saudi universities achieved distinguished positions, as King Saud University maintained a position between 101-150 globally, followed by King Abdulaziz University, which ranked between 151-200 globally, while Taif University advanced significantly this year by […]

3 years ago

Saudi Arabia Announces School Holidays

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Education has announced the academic calendar for 2023-2024. The Ministry said the academic calendar for the year 1445 (corresponding to 2023-2024) will include: The academic calendar applies to all stages of public and university education. The Ministry of Education said semesters will be: The academic calendar includes 10 different types of holidays, including four long vacations, vacation during the end of the first and second semesters, the mid-semester vacation, in addition to provisions for National Day, and Foundation Day holidays, as well as the Eid Al-Fitr holidays.

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