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6 days ago

The anonymous social app that thinks it can work in Saudi Arabia | TechCrunch

Fizz is expanding globally, successfully launching in Saudi Arabia and aiming to become a generational social product beyond college campuses.
#iran
fromThe Nation
3 days ago
World politics

How the Saudis Keep Sidestepping a Costly Role in the Iran War

Trump threatens war crimes against Iran while Saudi Arabia remains passive despite its military capabilities.
fromemptywheel
1 week ago
World news

How Much Will Crown Prince Bonesaw Tolerate? - emptywheel

Iran targeted Prince Sultan Air Base, damaging a building near a radar facility, impacting regional air defense capabilities.
World politics
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

How the Saudis Keep Sidestepping a Costly Role in the Iran War

Trump threatens war crimes against Iran while Saudi Arabia remains passive despite its military capabilities.
World news
fromemptywheel
1 week ago

How Much Will Crown Prince Bonesaw Tolerate? - emptywheel

Iran targeted Prince Sultan Air Base, damaging a building near a radar facility, impacting regional air defense capabilities.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

BBC accused of making propaganda' films for Saudi sovereign wealth fund

The BBC faces criticism for producing content funded by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, raising concerns about its reputation and integrity.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

X Architects Design Grand Mosque for Saudi Arabia's Diriyah Gate Development

The Grand Mosque in Diriyah serves as a cultural and urban anchor, integrating heritage preservation with modern urban development.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Saudi clubs ready to vie for Mohamed Salah's signature as frenzy of speculation begins

Mohamed Salah is confirmed to leave Liverpool at the end of the season, with strong interest from Saudi Arabia for his next destination.
World news
fromFortune
1 week ago

America's Arab allies privately urge America to finish the job in Iran, sources say | Fortune

Gulf allies urge continued U.S. military action against Iran to weaken its leadership and influence in the region.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 weeks ago

Snhetta Built a Metro Station in Riyadh That Reflects the Entire City Back at You - Yanko Design

The bowl-shaped canopy, its underside ground to a flawless mirror finish, acts as what the team describes as an urban periscope. From above ground, the city is reflected downward into the station.
London
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Turkey, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Egypt talks were seed of a new order

The meeting of Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey aims to establish a ceasefire and curb Israeli and Iranian dominance after the war.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

Christian Kerez's Pearling Path Car Parks Being Demolished in Muharraq, Bahrain

Parking structures along the Pearling Path in Bahrain are being demolished as part of a redevelopment initiative to enhance access to heritage sites.
fromCN Traveller
1 week ago

Gulf Air has issued new updates on its flights to the Middle East - here's everything you need to know

Due to the airspace closure in Bahrain, Gulf Air's scheduled services to and from Bahrain International Airport remain temporarily suspended. The airline currently operates temporary commercial flights to and from Bahrain via King Fahad International Airport in Dammam.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Pakistan hosts top Saudi, Turkish, Egyptian diplomats over war in Iran

Pakistan is mediating talks between the US and Iran to de-escalate the conflict amid the US-Israel war on Iran.
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fromArchDaily
4 weeks ago

Setbacks as Courtyards: How Civil Architecture Reimagines the Gulf House in Bahrain

Civil Architecture reinterprets the traditional Gulf courtyard house model for contemporary suburban development by transforming underutilized peripheral spaces into functional gardens that serve both environmental and domestic purposes.
#saudi-arabia
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Saudi Arabia urging US to keep up Iran attacks, intelligence source confirms

Saudi Arabia is urging the US to intensify military actions against Iran while considering direct involvement in the conflict.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Saudi Arabia's Mohammed bin Salman Reportedly Pushing' Trump to Continue Iran War

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urges President Trump to intensify military actions against Iran, viewing its regime as a long-term threat to the Gulf.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Saudi Arabia expels Iran military attache, four embassy staff

Saudi Arabia expels Iranian military staff amid escalating attacks and tensions over regional security and oil exports.
Miami
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm moving from Miami to Dubai. The Middle East conflict won't stop me.

A 31-year-old American hairdresser relocates from Miami to Dubai in April, attracted by no income tax, safety, and cultural appeal despite geopolitical concerns.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

He's a Warrior!' Trump Praises MBS Amid Report Saudi Crown Prince Is Pushing' Trump on Iran

Trump praised Mohammed bin Salman for advocating military action against Iran, emphasizing the threat Iran poses to the Gulf region.
Media industry
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Saudi Arabia, other Gulf states pledged to invest $24 billion in Paramount's WBD deal. Is that still on?

Paramount secured WBD acquisition rights with $47 billion equity commitment from the Ellisons and RedBird Capital, but hasn't disclosed whether three Gulf states' promised $24 billion will finance the deal.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Saudi Pro League trying to play on amid regional conflicts

The Saudi Pro League continues matches despite regional security concerns from Iran tensions, while other Middle East leagues have suspended play.
#ai-infrastructure-investment
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Saudi Arabia commits $100 billion to AI infrastructure in bid to diversify beyond oil - Silicon Canals

fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Saudi Arabia launches $40B fund to become the Middle East's AI infrastructure hub - Silicon Canals

fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Saudi Arabia commits $100 billion to AI infrastructure in bid to diversify beyond oil - Silicon Canals

fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Saudi Arabia launches $40B fund to become the Middle East's AI infrastructure hub - Silicon Canals

#saudi-arabia-technology-investment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Oman's foreign minister meets with US's Vance as Middle East tensions rise

Al Busaidi, a key mediator in ongoing talks between the US and Iran, met with Vance in Washington, DC on Friday. He said the nuclear negotiations have so far achieved significant, important, and unprecedented progress, according to the Oman News Agency.
US politics
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fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Qasr AlHokm Metro Station / Snhetta

Qasr AlHokm metro station features a 360-degree reflective canopy and underground garden, serving as a major hub connecting two metro lines with innovative design integrating natural light and urban connectivity.
Travel
fromCN Traveller
1 month ago

Travel warnings expand across the Middle East amid rising US-Iran tensions

Multiple governments issue travel warnings for Middle East regions amid escalating US-Iran tensions and nuclear negotiations, with airlines adjusting routes accordingly.
Artificial intelligence
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Saudi Arabia commits $40B to AI infrastructure in bid to diversify beyond oil - Silicon Canals

Saudi Arabia commits $40 billion to AI infrastructure with US partners, establishing data centers and semiconductor supply chains to diversify from oil dependency.
Arts
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 Transforms Riyadh into a Platform for Public Art

Contemporary sculpture functions as a critical urban mediator that reshapes public space and contributes to city transformation, exemplified by Riyadh's Tuwaiq Sculpture 2026 symposium integrating large-scale artworks into the urban environment.
#iran-saudi-arabia-tensions
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
World news

Secretive figure Khamenei's son chosen as next Supreme Leader; Saudi Arabia warns Iran it will be 'the biggest loser' from attacks

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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Saudi FM warns Iran that patience in Gulf not unlimited' amid attacks

Saudi Arabia warns Iran that regional tolerance for attacks is limited and Gulf states possess significant military capabilities to respond if Iran continues aggression.
World news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Secretive figure Khamenei's son chosen as next Supreme Leader; Saudi Arabia warns Iran it will be 'the biggest loser' from attacks

Saudi Arabia warned Iran of severe consequences for continued attacks on Arab states following Iran's announcement of a new supreme leader and renewed drone strikes on regional targets.
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

Operations & Maintenance Building at the King Salman Park / Omrania

The Operations and Maintenance Building is north of Hub 08, which is the gateway to the northern side of the park.
Design
Real estate
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Hottest Country in the World? New Ad for Trump Mansions' Boasts Saudi Arabia Is The Place to Be'

The Trump Organization is developing luxury Trump Mansions, a resort, and an 18-hole golf course in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, as part of a $7 billion project.
Arts
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago

Monumental commissions and pioneering women artists take centre stage at Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale 2026

The Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale explores how ideas, narratives, and traditions move globally, examining regional histories and cultural practices like ceremonial processions through 65 multidisciplinary artists from 35 countries.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Saudi Arabia's newest superlative: The world's largest, fastest, and longest roller coaster

The record-breaking Falcons Flight roller coaster starts out slow, but don't be fooled. Seconds into the ride at the new Six Flags Qiddiya City in Saudi Arabia, passengers are jolted into a high-speed journey that ascends mountainsides, passes through dark tunnels, and then does it all over again. The ride reaches a height of nearly 640 feet, lasts for nearly 3.5 minutes, and travels more than 2.6 miles.
Science
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Prince William to make first official visit to Saudi Arabia after request from PM

The Independent solicits donations to fund accessible journalism; the Prince of Wales will make his first official visit to Saudi Arabia from February 9–11.
#vision-2030
World news
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

If You Hate Dubai

An Iranian drone strike on Dubai's financial center has damaged the city's reputation as a safe commercial hub, prompting schadenfreude from critics who view Dubai's vulnerability as comeuppance for its image-focused development.
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Saudi Arabia launches $40B tech fund as Gulf states race to diversify beyond oil - Silicon Canals

Saudi Arabia just made its most aggressive move yet in that generational project. The kingdom announced a new $40 billion technology investment fund, developed in partnership with American venture capital heavyweight Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), aimed at positioning Saudi Arabia as a global hub for artificial intelligence, cloud infrastructure, and advanced computing.
Venture
#public-art
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 month ago

Shell House / Alhumaidhi Architects

Shell House is a residential project that reimagines the traditional courtyard home through the language of softness, light, and spatial layering. Located on a corner plot in Kuwait, the design draws inspiration from the organic morphology of a shellprotective on the outside, open and nurturing on the inside. At its heart lies a lush, intimate courtyard with a pool, visible from the home's primary living spaces and home gym, establishing the courtyard as both a literal and conceptual anchor.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago

Eight Arab, Islamic countries condemn Israeli closure of Al-Aqsa Mosque

Israeli restrictions on Palestinian access to the old city of Jerusalem and its places of worship constituted a flagrant violation to international law, including international humanitarian law, the historical and legal status quo, and the principle of unrestricted access to places of worship.
World news
Design
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 months ago

formafantasma shapes curved planes into a continuous passage at diriyah biennale 2026

Formafantasma's scenography transforms JAX's industrial spaces into a continuous, rhythmic passage emphasizing movement, itinerancy, and musical/aural modes across a multinational biennale.
World news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Dubai, oasis for business and partying, confronts war

Iranian drone and missile attacks on Persian Gulf nations, particularly Dubai, threaten the region's carefully cultivated image as stable, wealthy business and tourism centers.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 months ago

open planted courtyard organizes a cafe carved directly into rock in saudi arabia

Peacock Ha'il is a project by Movs Studio located in Ha'il, Saudi Arabia, within an evolving urban context shaped by new construction and prominent geological formations. The site originally consisted of an unfinished structure positioned directly beside a tall formation, which became a defining condition for the project and a central design constraint. Rather than treating the rock as a backdrop or decorative feature, the design integrates it into the architectural logic of the café.
Design
Renovation
fromDesign Milk
2 months ago

This Al Mahra Residence Is a Contemporary Expression of Place

A renovated Dubai villa emphasizes material presence, structural expression, and seamless indoor–outdoor living to respond to climate, craftsmanship, and local social lifestyle.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Qatar, Saudi Arabia among eight countries joining Trump's board of peace'

Eight Middle Eastern and Asian countries will join a US-led Gaza peace board to help secure a permanent ceasefire, support reconstruction, and advance Palestinian statehood.
World news
fromFortune
1 month ago

Saudi Arabia intensifies engagement with Iran to defuse war | Fortune

Saudi Arabia is intensifying diplomatic efforts with Iran through backchannel communications to de-escalate Middle East tensions and prevent regional conflict escalation.
#alula
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fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

They moved to Dubai in pursuit of the expat dream. They're not giving it up so easily.

Despite recent Middle East tensions from US-Israel strikes on Iran, expats in Dubai remain committed to staying, citing career opportunities, safety measures, and improved quality of life.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale 2026 Opens at JAX District in Saudi Arabia

Titled "في الحِلّ والترحال" / In Interludes and Transitions, the exhibition is led by Co-Artistic Directors Nora Razian and Sabih Ahmed, while Milan-based architect Sammy Zarka contributed as the Associate Architect and Exhibition Designer. The exhibition scenography is designed by Formafantasma, and the event brings together more than 65 artists from over 37 countries, including more than 25 newly commissioned works.
Arts
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fromConde Nast Traveler
9 months ago

Is It Safe to Travel to Dubai? Here's the Latest Advice for Travelers

Multiple international airlines suspended flights to Dubai and Middle Eastern destinations due to airspace closures and regional security concerns.
fromArtnet News
1 month ago

Domingo Zapata Is Painting the World's Largest Mural in Saudi Arabia

As an artist, having the freedom to create without boundaries is incredibly rare. That's why I reference the Sistine Chapel-not to compare myself to Michelangelo, but to evoke that moment in history when an artist was entrusted with complete creative freedom to interpret humanity as it was understood at the time,
Arts
fromArtnet News
2 months ago

Saudi Spending Slowdown | Artnet News

After a decade of big spending, Saudi Arabia is scaling back some massive Vision 2030 "gigaprojects" due to falling oil prices and budget constraints. What does this mean for the nation's big cultural projects and investments? Plus, all eyes are on the Gulf this week as the first edition of Art Basel Qatar gets underway. Plus, the NFT platform Nifty will shut down this month.
Arts
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fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Growing Rift Between Saudi Arabia and the U.A.E.

Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have split, competing militarily and economically, intensifying regional rivalry across Yemen, Sudan, Iran, and ties with Israel.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Guardian view on Saudi Arabia and the UAE: as former allies clash, others are likely to pay | Editorial

Strategic, economic and political rivalry transformed the once-close Saudi–UAE alliance into a severed relationship marked by competing regional visions and open conflicts.
#neom
fromFuturism
2 months ago
World news

As Saudi Arabia's 100-Mile Skyscraper Crumbles, They're Replacing It With the Most Desperate Thing Imaginable

fromFuturism
2 months ago
World news

As Saudi Arabia's 100-Mile Skyscraper Crumbles, They're Replacing It With the Most Desperate Thing Imaginable

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fromArtforum
2 months ago

Great Expectations

A Forensic Architecture exhibition documenting Israel's military campaign in Gaza was canceled at Mathaf in Doha amid concurrent ceasefire talks and institutional pressures.
World news
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

The Line, a Saudi Megaproject, Is Dead

Prestigious architects continue accepting commissions from Gulf petro-states despite human-rights abuses and environmental harm, enabling unethical, undemocratic megaprojects.
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

13 Beautiful Places in Oman for Fjords, Dunes, and Waterfalls

The most beautiful places in Oman are diverse, stark, and staggering. With ancient ruins, fragrant souks, and picturesque mountain villages, there is no shortage of man-made wonders. But it is the country's geology that delights best. In this desert nation, beauty is defined by water: the white sands of surf-battered beaches, gurgling wadi streams, and cloud-shrouded massifs where pomegranates hang heavy.
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fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany news: Merz meets with Saudi crown prince

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is touring Gulf states to diversify Germany's trade, energy and security partnerships and reduce reliance on US LNG.
World news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

I mocked the Saudi leader on YouTube - then my phone was hacked and I was beaten up in London

Ghanem al-Masarir was hacked via Pegasus, stalked and assaulted, and won more than 3m ($4.1m) after a London High Court found Saudi Arabia responsible.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Gulf countries gear up diplomacy to stave off US-Iran escalation

Arab Gulf states are pursuing diplomacy and urging restraint to prevent chaos from a potential US strike on Iran and to limit regional escalation.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Saudi defense deals could change Middle East security

Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Somalia, Pakistan, and Turkey are forming defense pacts to expand influence over the Bab el-Mandeb and build a regional security bloc.
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