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Television
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

WWE taking WrestleMania 43 to Riyadh in 2027

WrestleMania will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in 2027, the first time the event takes place outside North America.
#911
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
World news

Federal judge in NYC lets case against Saudi Arabia for 9/11 terrorist attacks advance | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
World news

Federal judge in NYC lets case against Saudi Arabia for 9/11 terrorist attacks advance | amNewYork

UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Boris Johnson sought business with Saudi officials he had met while PM

Boris Johnson used Downing Street contacts to pitch a consultancy, Better Earth, to Saudi officials, raising potential breaches of post-ministerial lobbying rules.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Saudi Arabia announces Damascus area reconstruction project to clear rubble

KSRelief will clear 75,000 cubic metres of rubble in Damascus and rebuild 34 schools, dozens of bakeries, and essential water and sewage infrastructure across Syria.
fromwww.caughtoffside.com
1 week ago

Yves Bissouma urged to leave Tottenham this summer

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Yves Bissouma has been linked with a move away from the club in recent weeks. The 29-year-old has fallen down the pecking order since the arrival of the Portuguese International Joao Palhinha earlier this summer. He was expected to leave the club before the transfer deadline day, but a move did not materialise. West Ham wanted to sign Bissouma.
Soccer (FIFA)
Humor
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Comedian Tim Dillon Makes Clear Saudi Arabia Is Paying Him Enough Money to Look the Other Way'

Tim Dillon accepted a high-paying Riyadh Comedy Festival gig and defended doing so, stating the payment justified 'looking the other way' on Saudi human rights concerns.
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Judge rejects Saudi Arabia's bid to dismiss 9/11 families lawsuit

most consequential step yet in the families' pursuit of justice,
World news
World news
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

Saudi Arabia executes man over protests attended as a 15 year old

Saudi Arabia executed a man for alleged crimes committed at 15 amid family executions and allegations of torture and political repression.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

$3.4 billion': Reporter Tells MSNBC Trump Family Turning Down No Opportunity' For Cash Since Taking Office

Kirkpatrick estimated that the family has raked in more than $3 billion dollars since the start of Donald Trump's second term, with significant earnings linked to foreign investments.
US politics
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Six great reads: a Saudi weapons scandal, five weeks with David Lammy and the expert who became the patient

A British man's investigation into financial irregularities in Saudi Arabia reveals a decades-long scheme involving high-level government oversight.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Saudi Arabia's Debt Surges to $225 Billion, 4 Times Iran & Iraq Combined

A country's war chest seems to be one of the most valuable assets when entering a conflict or being prepared to enter one.
US politics
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 month ago

Newcastle United owners' grander Saudi plans revealed as fans ponder reality of Tyneside project

Since the acquisition by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Newcastle United finds itself at a crossroads with executive instability, lack of transfers, and overlooked projects.
Soccer (FIFA)
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Very British bribery: the whistleblower who exposed the UK's dodgy arms deals with Saudi Arabia

Ian Foxley faced a sudden ultimatum at work in Saudi Arabia, prompting his escape due to concerns for his safety.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Why is Saudi Arabia leading push for Palestinian statehood? DW 08/06/2025

Saudi Arabia is leading efforts for international recognition of a Palestinian state through diplomacy and coalition building.
fromArchitectural Digest
1 year ago

Jeddah Tower: Everything You Need to Know About the Soon-to-Be World's Tallest Skyscraper

Jeddah Tower construction has restarted, with expectations of completion within four to five years. Builders have finished about a third of the tower, totaling over 40% of the final build.
Design
#israel
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Gulf states anxious about being drawn into Israel-Iran fight DW 06/13/2025

Saudi Arabia condemns Israel's attack on Iran while balancing regional relationships amid complex geopolitics.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Gulf states anxious about being drawn into Israel-Iran fight DW 06/13/2025

Saudi Arabia condemns Israel's attack on Iran while balancing regional relationships amid complex geopolitics.
Travel
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 month ago

Desert Rock Resort in Saudi Arabia Delivers Awe-Inspiring Luxury in the Mountains | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Desert Rock Resort offers a unique luxury experience integrated into the landscape of Saudi Arabia's Tabuk Province.
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

The Middle East Is Getting a New Budget Airline

Saudi Arabia has officially granted an operating license to a new budget carrier, which will be headquartered at King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, set to serve 24 domestic and 57 international destinations by 2030.
Travel
#syria
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Real estate

Saudi Arabia pledges $2.9bn for Syria infrastructure, part of wider package

Saudi Arabia is investing $3bn in Syrian infrastructure to support the new government post-Assad.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
US news

Saudi Arabia says it will jointly fund Syria state salaries with Qatar

Saudi Arabia and Qatar are providing financial support to Syria to stabilize its economy and public sector after years of conflict.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Saudi Arabia says it will jointly fund Syria state salaries with Qatar

Saudi Arabia and Qatar are providing financial support to Syria to stabilize its economy and public sector after years of conflict.
#apple
Chelsea
fromwww.caughtoffside.com
1 month ago

20m asking price set: Chelsea star put up for sale as London transfer touted

Raheem Sterling is reportedly available for sale from Chelsea for 20 million after a loan season at Arsenal.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

2026 FIFA World Cup: Qatar, Saudi Arabia AFC qualifiers revealed

The draw for the fourth round of AFC qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup revealed the six teams vying for places in the expanded tournament.
Soccer (FIFA)
#son-heung-min
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Grand prizes, big names: 2nd Esports World Cup starts in Riyadh

"It's the sheer scale that's unheard of. Esports is just at the start of its tenure and it's there to grow to become one of the biggest sports in the world in the next decades."
Video games
#club-world-cup
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

How have global football fans embraced Club World Cup?

The newly expanded Club World Cup attracted significant attention in Saudi Arabia despite European skepticism and empty seats at venues.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Fifa, the Club World Cup and Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia's investment in the Club World Cup may distort domestic leagues and competitive balance.
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Team Liquid 'Disappointed' CEO's Story About Growing Up Gay Was Censored From Esports Documentary In Saudi Arabia

The documentary, following Team Liquid in the Riyadh-based Esports World Cup, faced censorship in Saudi Arabia, where segments about its inclusive values were removed.
SF LGBT
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Iran's FM Araghchi, Saudi Crown Prince MBS hold fruitful' talks in Jeddah

This visit by Abbas Araghchi marks a significant step in Iran-Saudi relations following the recent intense conflict with Israel, indicating a continued effort for diplomatic engagement between the two nations.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Saudi Arabia executing horrifying' number of foreigners for drug crimes

"Almost 600 people have been executed over the past decade for drug-related offences, three-quarters of whom were foreign nationals from countries including Pakistan, Syria, Yemen, Nigeria and Egypt."
US politics
Manchester United
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Saudi Arabia's great soccer experiment is paying off spectacularly at the Club World Cup

Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal beats Manchester City 4-3 in the Club World Cup, marking a pivotal moment in the kingdom's soccer ambitions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo's 492m Saudi deal: two cynical regimes form a strategic alliance | Jonathan Liew

Al-Nassr's ambitious financial commitment of an estimated 492 million to Cristiano Ronaldo over two years illustrates the huge economic stakes involved in global football.
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Why are Saudi Arabia playing in the Concacaf Gold Cup?

Saudi Arabia will participate in the 2025 and 2027 Gold Cups, broadening the tournament's inclusion of international teams.
English Premier League
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

ECB joins forces with BCCI to thwart new Saudi Arabia-backed T20 competition

The ECB and BCCI are collaborating to block a Saudi-backed global T20 league.
The new league aims to establish a robust competitive structure with significant financial backing.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A Saudi journalist tweeted against the government and was executed for high treason'

Saudi journalist Turki al-Jasser was executed, reflecting the dangerous climate for dissenters in the Kingdom regarding national security.
#boxing
MMA
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Canelo Alvarez to face Terence Crawford in Netflix-streamed Las Vegas megafight

The highly anticipated fight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford is scheduled for 13 September 2023 in Las Vegas, set to stream globally.
#bayern-munich
#donald-trump
US politics
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

Why Is Trump Suddenly Sidelining Israel?

Trump's first foreign trip focused on Gulf states, showcasing investments over traditional alliances like Israel.
fromTheartnewspaper
3 months ago

Saudi Arabia helps cultural businesses reach global audiences

The CDF aims to transform Saudi Arabia's rich handicrafts traditions into sustainable businesses that promote community growth and enhance innovation in handicraft industries.
Arts
Health
fromeuronews
3 months ago

More than 1.5 million foreign pilgrims are in Saudi Arabia for Hajj

This year's Hajj sees over 1.5 million foreign pilgrims, reflecting a decline from pre-pandemic attendance figures.
#fifa
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
3 months ago

FIFA gets complaint over Saudi WC human rights

International lawyers claim FIFA is neglecting its human rights policy regarding the 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
3 months ago

FIFA inks latest Saudi deal, as PIF backs Club WC

FIFA secures significant partnership with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund for the Club World Cup, highlighting the growing influence of Saudi investments in sports.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
3 months ago

FIFA gets complaint over Saudi WC human rights

International lawyers claim FIFA is neglecting its human rights policy regarding the 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia.
Exercise
fromeuronews
3 months ago

Video. Pilgrims begin Hajj in Mecca amid heat and new restrictions

Pilgrims are carrying out traditional rituals amid extreme heat and stricter regulations.
Caution is emphasized with high temperatures and the banning of certain age groups from participating.
#hajj
fromSoccer News
3 months ago

Bitesize Prediction: Bahrain vs Saudi Arabia - 05/06/25 - Soccer News

Facing a must-win World Cup qualifier, Saudi Arabia looks to capitalize on Bahrain's struggles, as they seek to secure their position in the tournament.
Arsenal
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Unions from 36 countries protest over treatment of migrant workers in Saudi Arabia

Trade unions from 36 countries have filed a complaint with the International Labour Organisation over the treatment of migrant workers in Saudi Arabia.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromtime.com
3 months ago

Hajj Begins With World's Largest Air Conditioner, Surveillance Drones, and a Ban on Children

The changes represent the most significant transformation of pilgrimage access in modern history, reflecting a major shift in how Hajj is approached and conducted.
Travel
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
3 months ago

diriyah art futures opens call for its emerging new media artists programme on UNESCO site

The Emerging New Media Artists Programme at Diriyah Art Futures focuses on emerging digital talents, inviting them to innovate and collaborate in a supportive environment.
Arts
#bruno-fernandes
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Manchester United

Bruno Fernandes reveals he rejected Saudi Arabia move to stay at the highest level'

Bruno Fernandes prioritizes playing at a high competitive level over a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Manchester United

Man Utd's Fernandes confirms he has rejected Saudi Pro League move

Bruno Fernandes rejected a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia to continue playing for Manchester United, prioritizing competitive football.
Manchester United
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Man Utd's Fernandes confirms he has rejected Saudi Pro League move

Bruno Fernandes rejected a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia to continue playing for Manchester United, prioritizing competitive football.
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

An early Joby Aviation backer might soon be its biggest distributor in Saudi Arabia | TechCrunch

A question that folks have asked is, how are you going to monetize, and how quickly is that going to happen? I think what this shows is that with direct sales, there is a way to get to scale earlier for lower cost by thinking about distributor partners in given geographies.
European startups
NYC startup
fromSocial Media Today
3 months ago

X Launches New Chat Experience in Beta, a Precursor to X Payments

New York rejected X's payment processing request due to its ties with Saudi Arabia and concerns over human rights issues.
Liverpool FC
fromESPN.com
3 months ago

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool duo Darwin Nunez and Luis Diaz wanted by Saudi clubs

Liverpool players Díaz and Núñez, alongside Bruno Fernandes from Manchester United, are linked with Saudi clubs amidst ongoing transfer speculation.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal target Liverpool duo Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez

Luis Diaz is drawing interest from Saudi club Al-Nassr, amid ongoing talks regarding Liverpool's strategic player acquisitions for the summer.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Laptops, iPhones 'Made in Saudi Arabia': Hype or reality? DW 05/28/2025

"Saudi Arabia should be sending their trade representatives to the Trump administration right now, asking, 'what was China providing you? Tell us what it is and we will make it in Saudi Arabia'."
European startups
fromESPN.com
3 months ago

Inzaghi denies Inter exit talks ahead of UCL final

Inzaghi noted, 'It's the same thing every year... luckily there are requests... But I think it would be crazy right now to think about that.'
Juventus
#geoguessr
fromKotaku
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

GeoGuessr Bails On Controversial Saudi Tournament After Map Makers Revolt: 'When You Tell Us We've Got It Wrong We Take It Seriously'

fromVG247
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Geoguessr pulls out of the Esports World Cup following mass protest from map creators and community alike

fromKotaku
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

GeoGuessr Bails On Controversial Saudi Tournament After Map Makers Revolt: 'When You Tell Us We've Got It Wrong We Take It Seriously'

fromVG247
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Geoguessr pulls out of the Esports World Cup following mass protest from map creators and community alike

fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Trump helps Gulf states become AI powers amid China fears DW 05/21/2025

The collective presence of key tech leaders at a Saudi lunch underscores the significant AI funding deals announced during President Trump's Middle East visit, worth billions.
Artificial intelligence
fromIntelligencer
3 months ago

Elon Musk Is Making a Killing Off Trump's Foreign Policy

For axing the parts of the federal bureaucracy he didn't like, Musk has earned a cush second act - as the recipient of sweetheart deals from foreign governments looking to gain favor with the president.
US politics
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
3 months ago

zaha hadid architects' first adobe project, asaan museum, breaks ground in riyadh

The Asaan Museum is a new cultural institution in Riyadh designed to preserve and celebrate Saudi Arabia's rich heritage, utilizing traditional Najdi architecture.
Renovation
Artificial intelligence
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

OpenAI's Sam Altman rips 'naive' critics of Trump-backed AI chip deals with UAE, Saudi Arabia

Sam Altman supports Trump's AI deals with the UAE and Saudi Arabia, defending them against critics he deems 'naïve.'
#trump
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Gold palaces, jet deals and McDonald's: Donald Trump at home in Middle East

Trump's Middle East trip showcased his transactional foreign policy approach, favoring personal relationships with autocratic leaders over traditional democratic allies.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
3 months ago

eWyse Brings eLearning Innovation To Saudi Arabia Through NSK Partnership

eWyse eLearning Agency partners with NSK Consultants and NSK Tech, marking its first local presence in Saudi Arabia to support Vision 2030.
US politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

'SNL' season finale spoofs Trump's visit to Mideast as lovefest with Saudis: 'Got a lot of cool stuff'

SNL's 50th finale mocked Trump's Middle East visit, portraying it as a farcical lovefest with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Bill Maher Bombards Trump Over Foreign Trip Calls $400M Gift Jet Allah Force One'

Bill Maher criticizes Trump's foreign trip, highlighting controversial moments and his relationship with Middle Eastern leaders.
European startups
fromInsideEVs
3 months ago

Lucid Will Ramp Up European Deliveries Using Its Expanded Saudi Plant

Lucid will start delivering Saudi-made EVs to Europe in 2027, targeting an annual sales goal of 150,000 units.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

The New MAGA World Order

Trump's foreign policy prioritizes American interests over democracy and human rights, marking a notable departure from traditional U.S. diplomatic values.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

What Donald Trump did this week should terrify Benjamin Netanyahu. This is why | Jonathan Freedland

"It's come to something when the Palestinians' best hope for relief rests on a man who dreams of emptying Gaza of its people and turning the place into a beach resort."
US politics
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Trump's $142 billion arms deal may not get the Saudis the F-35 stealth fighter

Trump signed a $142 billion defense deal with Saudi Arabia, potentially including state-of-the-art military equipment, but specifics including F-35 sales remain uncertain.
fromTESLARATI
3 months ago

Tesla's Elon Musk clarifies shocking Optimus fact

"Really, you can think of cars, or future cars, as being robots on four wheels. I think it will be very exciting to have autonomous vehicles here in the Kingdom, if you're amenable."
Toronto startup
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

Could Miami mayor become U.S. ambassador to Saudi Arabia? It's a 'definite maybe'

Miami Mayor Francis Suarez may be considered for the U.S. ambassador to Saudi Arabia role after his term ends.
US news
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

Jeff Bezos makes his most ghoulish deal yet

Tech companies continue to engage with Saudi Arabia despite past controversies, demonstrating a troubling prioritization of profit over ethics.
US news
fromTheartnewspaper
3 months ago

Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art and Saudi Arabia strike deal to collaborate on exhibitions, conservation and more

Smithsonian collaborates with Saudi Arabia to promote cultural exchange and preservation of ancient Dadan site.
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