Three retired Boeing 777-200ER planes from Saudia Airlines recently captivated Saudi locals as they made an 850 km overland journey from Jeddah to Riyadh, destined to be transformed into unique shops and restaurants under the Boulevard Runway project.

And speaking of young stars, 10-year-old Saudi actor Abdulaziz Al-Qahtani has been named an ambassador for the Saudi Summer Program 2024, where he will promote Saudi Arabia’s vibrant summer destinations, including Boulevard City in Riyadh and Jeddah Corniche.

Moving on to tech news, the Balsam index, a new benchmarking tool for Arabic language models, was launched at the 3rd Global AI Summit in Riyadh by the King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language, in partnership with the Saudi Data & AI Authority and others, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030.

Climate efforts are also on the agenda as Saudi Arabia marks Arab Meteorological Day on September 15, emphasizing “Climate Impact and Adaptation Programs” to boost regional cooperation and sustainable resource management, spearheaded by the National Center of Meteorology.

In humanitarian news, KSrelief has transformed the lives of mine victims in Yemen by providing prosthetic limbs and clearing mines through its center in Aden, helping 2,961 patients and showcasing the Kingdom's commitment to humanitarian aid in conflict zones.

Lastly, the General Directorate of Border Guards is hosting the "A Nation Without Violators" exhibition at Red Sea Mall in Jeddah, running from September 12-16, 2024, to educate the public on border security and the serious consequences of violating residency laws, as part of a broader Ministry of Interior campaign.