An Egyptian archaeological mission has found the Old Kingdom tomb of the official Sekhentiu-Ptah at Saqqara, along with connected burial shafts and many funerary objects. The discoveries may help researchers study burial practices and the site’s reuse over time.
China has delayed its Chang’e-7 lunar mission because it did not meet launch conditions for this year’s planned window. The mission includes LunaHcam, a Bahraini-Egyptian camera that will study materials on the Moon’s surface.
A newly published study by researchers at Sultan Qaboos University found that floods increased microplastic pollution at most sampled sites in Oman’s Wadi Al Khoud. The sharpest rise was recorded near a flood-retention dam.
The Perseid meteor shower peaks overnight from August 12 to August 13, 2026. A new Moon should give viewers in clear, dark locations across much of the Arab region better conditions for seeing meteors.
The UAE’s TDRA began its 2026 in-person digital camp in Abu Dhabi on 3 August for Emirati students aged 9 to 15. The programme offers practical activities in artificial intelligence, coding, cybersecurity, and other emerging technologies.
Around 100 secondary-school students visited Kuwait University to learn about scientific research and possible university specializations. They toured science departments, met researchers, and joined practical engineering workshops.
Morocco is showcasing its aerospace capabilities at the 2026 Farnborough International Airshow. Its national pavilion brings together manufacturers, startups, an industry association, and a vocational training institute.
More than 12,000 gifted students are participating in Mawhiba’s 2026 summer programs in Saudi Arabia and abroad. The programs cover research, artificial intelligence, environmental sustainability, and other priority fields.
