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October 5, 2025 – DIRIYAH – Diriyah Company Unveils Ultra-Luxury Faena Residences in Wadi Safar

Diriyah Company has announced the launch of Faena Residences Wadi Safar, its newest world-class branded residential development featuring 20 bespoke villas inspired by Faena’s signature art-driven philosophy. Set amid the dramatic landscapes of Wadi Safar — home to luxury estates, world-class hotels, a Greg Norman-designed championship golf course, and the Royal Equestrian and Polo Club — the project promises an unmatched blend of prestige, privacy, and artistic expression. The ultra-luxury enclave will comprise 12 four-bedroom, six five-bedroom, and two six-bedroom villas, developed alongside the 130-room experiential Faena Wadi Safar Hotel. Each residence will feature distinctive jewel-toned interiors and curated artworks, embodying Faena’s belief that art is the cornerstone of community and that every home should be a personal masterpiece. Jerry Inzerillo, Group Chief Executive Officer of Diriyah Company, described Wadi Safar as the perfect setting for Faena’s vision, noting that the brand’s decision to partner with Diriyah Company underscores the global stature and exceptional quality of the developments taking shape across the Diriyah Project. The partnership marks another milestone in Diriyah’s evolution as one of the world’s most distinguished cultural and lifestyle destinations — where heritage, creativity, and contemporary luxury converge.

Sept 25, 2025 – RIYADH – Saudi Arabia Unveils the Oldest Known Human Settlement on the Arabian Peninsula

In a remarkable archaeological breakthrough, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Culture and Chairman of the Heritage Commission, Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan, has announced the discovery of the oldest known human settlement on the Arabian Peninsula. The find was made at the Masyoun site, northwest of Tabuk, during excavations led by the Heritage Commission in partnership with Japan’s Kanazawa University and in collaboration with NEOM. Archaeologists have dated the settlement to the Pre-Pottery Neolithic period, between 11,000 and 10,300 years ago, shedding new light on the early chapters of human civilization in the region. First documented in the National Antiquities Register in 1978, Masyoun’s significance has been reaffirmed through renewed research since December 2022. Over four intensive excavation seasons, completed in May 2024, researchers uncovered evidence of early habitation and recorded remarkable rock art and inscriptions surrounding the site. The discovery not only deepens understanding of ancient human life on the Arabian Peninsula but also highlights Saudi Arabia’s growing prominence as a center for global archaeological research.

Sept 02, 2025 – RIYADH – Riyadh Air reveals world-class guest experience with striking interior cabin designs.

Riyadh Air, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s groundbreaking new airline, is set to take flight in late 2025, redefining the future of air travel with the unveiling of its breathtaking cabin interiors.As the world’s first truly digital-native, “no-legacy” carrier, Riyadh Air has introduced its inaugural cabin designs, seamlessly blending luxury and comfort to create a distinctive, market-shaping premium experience. Innovative technologies, integrated into refined and elegant design, establish a new benchmark for comfort, convenience, and style.Drawing inspiration from Saudi heritage, the thoughtfully chosen colors and materials, paired with meticulous attention to detail, state-of-the-art technology, and exceptional amenities, ensure that every journey—whether in Economy or Business Elite—becomes a pleasure in itself.

Sept 02, 2025 – RIYADH – Global football icon Cristiano Ronaldo has been unveiled as the face of Saudi Arabia’s latest tourism campaign, designed to spotlight the Kingdom’s vibrant events calendar as it cements its position as a premier sporting and cultural destination for both international and domestic travelers. Launched on Tuesday under the brand “Unreal Calendar,” the campaign features a short film narrated by Ronaldo, who currently plays for Riyadh-based Al-Nassr.