Abida Ahmad

**Titular:** *Riyadh Hosts 4th International Translation Forum* **Intro:** From November 7–9, 2024, Riyadh’s Ministry of Education will welcome global translation experts for the fourth International Translation Forum. Organized by Saudi Arabia’s Literature, Publishing & Translation Commission, the event bridges cultural…

**Headline:** “Camels Illuminate Saudi Heritage at UNESCO” **Intro:** The Saudi Pavilion at UNESCO’s Arab Week (Nov 6-7, 2024) spotlighted the camel as a cultural cornerstone, blending history, art, and sustainability. Through immersive exhibits, visitors explored its enduring role—from ancient desert…

**Título:** *Jizan Pottery: Heritage in Clay* **Intro:** For centuries, Jazan’s pottery artisans have transformed local clay into functional and artistic treasures, deeply intertwined with the region’s culture. Their creations not only preserve ancient techniques but also enhance iconic dishes like…

**Titular**: Saudi Fashion Pioneers Gain Global Expertise **Intro**: Riyadh’s Fashion Commission has launched a transformative educational initiative with France’s Fashion Institute and Misk Foundation, offering five specialized programs to empower designers and entrepreneurs. Blending virtual and in-person training in Riyadh…

**Headline:** FANA Assembly Boosts Arab Media Collaboration **Intro:** Kuwait City hosted the 51st FANA General Assembly on October 29, 2024, uniting Arab news agencies to address digital-age challenges. Delegates adopted resolutions to enhance operational standards, foster innovation, and strengthen regional…

**Headline**: “Translation Tackles Sports Globalization” **Intro**: The Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission convened experts in a virtual forum to dissect sports translation’s evolving role. Discussions highlighted challenges like cultural nuance and rapid media demands, underscoring translation’s power to amplify Saudi…

**Headline:** Saudi Arabia Registers 500 Heritage Sites **Intro:** The Heritage Commission has approved 500 new urban heritage sites, elevating Saudi Arabia’s total to 4,540. This expansion highlights the Kingdom’s commitment to preserving its millennia-old cultural legacy, spanning regions like Riyadh,…

**Headline**: Jeddah Honors Audiovisual Heritage Legacy **Intro**: The Tariq Abdulhakim Centre in Historic Jeddah marked World Audiovisual Heritage Day with vibrant cultural performances and documentary screenings, spotlighting the preservation of audiovisual traditions as a cornerstone of communal identity. The event…

**Headline:** “Dr. Al-Theeb Unlocks Arabia’s Scriptural Past” **Intro:** At the 2024 Riyadh International Book Fair, historian Dr. Suleiman Al-Theeb illuminated ancient Arabic inscriptions as cornerstones of the Arabian Peninsula’s identity. Tracing migrations, tribal roots, and linguistic evolution, he highlighted a…