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Arab News
21-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Saudi Arabia to debut at Triennale Milano's International Exhibition with Al-Ahsa pavilion
DAMMAM: Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Culture has announced the Kingdom's inaugural participation at the 24th International Exhibition at the Triennale Milano design museum in Italy later this year, with a pavilion dedicated to the agricultural oasis of Al-Ahsa. For the latest updates, follow us on Instagram @ Curated by Lulu Almana and Sara Al-Omran, with Alejandro Stein as creative director, the exhibition is hosted by the Architecture and Design Commission and will be titled 'Maghras: A Farm for Experimentation.' It will run from May 13 - Nov. 9. It will explore the intersection of farming traditions, ecological shifts and cultural memory within a rapidly transforming landscape. The exhibition draws from research, artistic interventions and community-driven programs cultivated at Maghras, a farm and interdisciplinary space in Al-Ahsa. Al-Ahsa, located in the Eastern Province, has been historically defined by its abundant water sources. It has undergone significant environmental and social transformations, mirroring broader changes in agrarian communities worldwide. The area has been farmed since the third millennium BCE. The pavilion takes the form of a transplanted maghras — a traditional unit of land defined by four palm trees. Through videos, sound installations and participatory programs, the exhibition invites audiences to engage with Al-Ahsa's evolving agricultural ecosystems. In the lead-up to the exhibition, artists, architects, and researchers collaborated with Al-Ahsa's farming communities, gathering firsthand insights into the region's shifting landscape. This knowledge exchange was further explored through performances, film screenings and local workshops examining the deep connections between culture and agriculture.
Saudi Gazette
18-03-2025
- Saudi Gazette
Saudi citizen penalized for encroaching on archaeological site
Saudi Gazette report DAMMAM — The Criminal Court in the Eastern Province issued a ruling to impose fine on a Saudi citizen for violating the Law of Antiquities, Museums and Urban Heritage. The Heritage Commission arrested the citizen for violating the law by encroaching on the Al-Duwaimin 3 archaeological site in Al-Nairyah governorate in the Eastern Province. He was referred to the Public Prosecution and the legal procedures were taken against him leading to the court verdict.
Saudi Gazette
30-01-2025
- Sport
- Saudi Gazette
Ettifaq sack Steven Gerrard after poor results, appoint Saad Al-Shehri as new head coach
Saudi Gazette report DAMMAM — Ettifaq FC has sacked head coach Steven Gerrard after a string of poor results in the Saudi Pro League, appointing Saudi coach Saad Al-Shehri as his decision comes midway through the 2024-2025 season following Ettifaq's disappointing performances, which saw the team struggle to meet the club officially announced that both parties had reached a mutual agreement to part ways, sources indicate that Gerrard was dismissed from training due to mounting pressure over the team's lackluster President Samer Al Misehal expressed gratitude for Gerrard's efforts but emphasized the need for change. 'First and foremost, we extend our sincere thanks to Steven for his dedication and hard work. However, football is a results-driven game, and after thorough discussions, we felt it was in the club's best interest to move in a different direction,' Al Misehal who took charge of Ettifaq in July 2023, had been seen as a key figure in the club's transformation. However, despite his efforts, the team struggled to maintain consistency, prompting management to take decisive his farewell statement, Gerrard acknowledged the challenges faced during his time at Ettifaq. 'I want to thank the club, the players, and the fans for their support. It's been a valuable experience, but sometimes things don't go as planned in football. I leave with respect for Ettifaq and wish them success moving forward,' he said. Ettifaq has swiftly moved to appoint Saad Al-Shehri as the new head coach. The Saudi tactician, known for his success with the U-23 national team, brings a wealth of experience in developing young talent. His immediate task will be to stabilize Ettifaq's campaign and guide them back to winning ways.
