Ninja Warrior challenge a top draw at Boulevard Riyadh City

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Children take on the "Ninja Warrior" challenge at Boulevard Riyadh City. (Supplied)
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A participant in the “Ninja Warrior” challenge must pass all 5 challenges including climbing, jumping, avoiding moving boards, trying not to fall, and physical strength. (Supplied)
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A participant in the “Ninja Warrior” challenge must pass all 5 challenges including climbing, jumping, avoiding moving boards, trying not to fall, and physical strength. (Supplied)
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Updated 13 January 2023
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Ninja Warrior challenge a top draw at Boulevard Riyadh City

  • Interactive event lets visitors overcome obstacles and motion challenges to win the title of Ninja Warrior

RIYADH: Visitors at Riyadh Season can tap into the spirit of adventure with Ninja Warrior KSA in the Boulevard World zone.

The interactive event lets visitors overcome obstacles and motion challenges to win the title of Ninja Warrior.

The activity, which relies on physical fitness, has been adapted from famous US TV show American “Ninja Warrior”, in which participants must put their physical prowess to the test and reach the finish line.

With an atmosphere of excitement, enthusiasm and adventure, 250 participants attempt five challenges including climbing, jumping, avoiding moving boards, trying not to fall and physical strength. The entire challenge takes about 60 minutes.




A young girl tests her skills at the "Ninja Warrior" arena at Boulevard Riyadh City. (Supplied)

Riyadh Season includes many Arab experiences, such as Ramez and Masameer, in addition to international experiences, such as Crystal Maze in Boulevard Riyadh City, and four experiences adapted from various Netflix series in the new zone, Imagination Park.

The zone receives visitors from 3 p.m. until 11 p.m. Boulevard World tickets can be booked to enjoy the Ninja Warrior KSA experience via ticketmx.riyadhseason.sa/en/d/2430/boulevard-world.

Boulevard World is a prominent zone in Riyadh Season with 11 stations. It also includes the largest spherical theater in the world and entertainment experiences that suit all tastes.

Boulevard World brings together several fun cities including Superhero City, Japanese Anime City and Fun Zone City, the children’s entertainment area that turns imagination into reality.




A participant in the “Ninja Warrior” challenge must pass all 5 challenges including climbing, jumping, avoiding moving boards, trying not to fall, and physical strength. (Supplied)

Riyadh Season 2022 contains 15 diverse entertainment zones that feature everything from cable car transportation and cloud-embracing lounges to international Cirque du Soleil shows and sporting events such as WWE and the Riyadh Season Cup, which brings together the Paris Saint-Germain team with stars from Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr football clubs.

There are also 65 days of fireworks, a range of Saudi and Arab plays, concerts, local and international exhibitions, and a variety of other events for families and individuals.


Riyadh forum to combat financial crime and corruption

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Riyadh forum to combat financial crime and corruption

  • Brings together key stakeholders from the Middle East and North Africa to combat financial crime, money laundering, and terrorist financing
  • Two-day forum aims to establish impactful collaboration among Saudi agencies, counterpart organizations, and regional and international bodies to combat financial crime effectively,

RIYADH: The inaugural Arab Forum of Anti-Corruption Agencies and Financial Intelligence Units begins Wednesday in Riyadh, hosted by the Presidency of State Security.

It brings together key stakeholders from the Middle East and North Africa to combat financial crime, money laundering, and terrorist financing through enhanced cooperation and capabilities.

The two-day forum aims to establish impactful collaboration among Saudi agencies, counterpart organizations, and regional and international bodies to combat financial crime effectively, according to the forum’s website.

Recognizing the need for a multi-faceted approach, the forum focuses on cooperation across borders, sectors, and disciplines to combat corruption.

Through international collaboration, elevating local institutional integrity, and engaging citizens, the forum aims to tackle corruption and financial crime challenges effectively.

Leveraging private sector efforts, deploying technology for transparency, and addressing root causes of corruption are also part of the agenda.

The event will feature 75 speakers from 25 countries, including Sheikh Ahmed Al-Thani, head of Qatar Financial Information Unit; Samya Abou Sharif, director of the Jordanian Anti Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing Unit; Dr. Raed Radwan, head of the Palestinian Anti-Corruption Commission; and Richard Attias, CEO of FII Institute.

By uniting government agencies, law enforcement bodies, financial intelligence units, civil society organizations, and the private sector, the forum harnesses collective wisdom and expertise against financial crime.

The forum also facilitates networking, knowledge-sharing, and capacity-building, fostering partnerships and concrete initiatives for progress in anti-corruption efforts.


Saudi FM meets with Kuwaiti counterpart

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan meets with his Kuwaiti counterpart Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya in Manama on Tuesday.
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Saudi FM meets with Kuwaiti counterpart

  • The ministers discussed ways of strengthening bilateral relations and regional and international developments of common interest

RIYADH: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met with his Kuwaiti counterpart Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya on Tuesday, Saudi Press Agency reported.

The meeting took place on the sidelines of a preparatory meeting for Arab League foreign ministers in Manama, Bahrain. 

The ministers discussed ways of strengthening bilateral relations and regional and international developments of common interest.


Saudi cabinet welcomes UN resolution supporting Palestine’s full membership

Updated 14 May 2024
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Saudi cabinet welcomes UN resolution supporting Palestine’s full membership

RIYADH: The Saudi cabinet welcomed on Tuesday the United Nations assembly's resolution supporting Palestine's full membership, the Saudi State Agency reported.

The council of ministers emphasizing the need to halt Israeli military escalations and violations against civilians and humanitarian workers.

Minister of Information, Salman bin Youssef Al-Dosari, reiterated the Kingdom's commitment to global security, active participation in international relief efforts, and advocacy for issues affecting Arab and Islamic nations.

The council also discussed the recent reception of pilgrims arriving for Hajj.

Directives were issued to maintain high standards of procedures and services at entry points in Makkah, Medina, and the Holy Sites.

The council also received a comprehensive briefing on recent diplomatic dialogues with various nations, including discussions between the Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and the President of Ukraine.


Saudi FM calls for resumption of Sudan talks

Updated 14 May 2024
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Saudi FM calls for resumption of Sudan talks

RIYADH: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan reiterated the Kingdom’s grave concerns over an escalation in tensions between warring factions in Sudan.

He made his remarks while participating at the 33rd Arab League Summit held in the Bahraini capital, Manama.

The foreign minister urged the two sides, the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces, to commit to a ceasefire, reiterating Saudi Arabia’s call for a return to dialogue.

He also called for an end to further civilian suffering and the country’s devastating humanitarian situation.

Saudi Arabia, alongside the US, is leading mediation efforts to urge the two Sudanese sides to end the war.

On the subject of the war in Gaza, Prince Faisal said Saudi Arabia has warned of dangerous repercussions of Israel’s widening of its scope of operations in its campaign against Hamas.

He reiterated the Kingdom’s calls for the international community to intervene immediately to stop the war.

Regarding Yemen, Prince Faisal affirmed Saudi Arabia’s full support for efforts to achieve peace in the country, and to reach a comprehensive political solution through dialogue and consultation between the warring parties, which will start the process of economic development and recovery.


Saudi project clears 935 Houthi mines in Yemen

Updated 14 May 2024
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Saudi project clears 935 Houthi mines in Yemen

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Project Masam cleared 935 mines in Yemen in one week from May 4 to May 10, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.

Overseen by the Kingdom’s aid agency KSrelief, the project’s specialist teams destroyed 876 pieces of unexploded ordnance, 47 anti-tank mines, seven anti-personnel mines and five improvised explosive devices.

The explosives, planted by the Houthi militia across Yemen, posed a threat to civilians, including children, women and the elderly.

The demining operations took place in Marib, Aden, Jouf, Shabwa, Taiz, Hodeidah, Lahij, Sanaa, Al-Bayda, Al-Dhale and Saada.

A total of 440,067 mines have been cleared since the start of the initiative in 2018, according to Ousama Al-Gosaibi, the project’s managing director.

The initiative trains local demining engineers and provides them with modern equipment. It also offers support to Yemenis injured by the devices.

About 5 million people have been forced to flee their homes since the beginning of the conflict in Yemen, many of them displaced by the presence of land mines, according to the Project Masam website.

Masam teams are tasked with clearing villages, roads and schools to facilitate the safe movement of civilians and the delivery of humanitarian aid.