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Tesla Ends Model S and X Production and Sends $2 Billion to xAI as 2025 Revenue Declines
The company reported 2025 revenue of about ninety-four point eight billion dollars and outlined roughly twenty billion dollars of 2026 capital spending tied to robotics and autonomy.
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The AI Hiring Doom Loop — Algorithmic Recruiting Filters Out Top Talent and Rewards Average or Fake Candidates
AI has reduced the cost of producing “perfect” applications to near-zero. That has triggered a volume shock in recruiting, a surge in fabricated credentials, and an arms race in automated screening. In the newest failure mode, employers ...
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Nigeria and Saudi Arabia Sign Historic Bilateral Labour Recruitment Agreement
Landmark pact establishes a formal framework for the safe and regulated recruitment of Nigerian workers into the Saudi labour market
Saudi Arabia Urges Royal Investors to Back Strategic Megaprojects Amid Funding Review
Kingdom looks to wealthy royal families to support major developments as costs and timelines are reassessed
UAE, Saudi Arabia and India Emerge as World’s Fastest-Growing Wellness Markets
Rapid investment, rising consumer demand and state-backed initiatives drive strong growth across wellness industries in the Gulf and South Asia
Trump Presses Iran to “Make a Deal” as US Naval Force Moves Toward the Region
President Donald Trump warns Tehran that time is running out for an agreement as a US carrier strike group approaches Iran amid heightened tensions
U.S. Embassy in Riyadh Commemorates Holocaust Remembrance Day with First-Ever Memorial Event
The American diplomatic mission in Saudi Arabia marks International Holocaust Remembrance Day with a historic observance in Riyadh
Gulf Powers Refuse Support for Potential US Strike on Iran, Curtailing Trump’s Military Options
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates bar use of their territory or airspace in any American attack on Iran, posing strategic and diplomatic challenges for Washington
Turkey’s Defence Talks with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan Signal Emerging Regional Security Alignment
Ankara’s potential accession to a Saudi–Pakistan defence pact reflects shifting strategic dynamics across the Middle East, South Asia and beyond
Saudi Arabia Considers Expanding Premium Residency Scheme to Attract Global Wealth
Riyadh weighs broader incentives under its residency programme as part of efforts to draw high-net-worth individuals and long-term investment
Saudi Pro League Weighs Ambitious Approach for PSG Star Ousmane Dembélé
Interest from Saudi clubs intensifies amid contract stagnation between Paris Saint-Germain and the Ballon d’Or winner
Saudi Arabia Scales Back Flagship Projects as Spending Priorities Shift
Pullback affects Neom and World Cup stadium plans as Riyadh reassesses costs, timelines and economic returns
Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rate at 3.75% as Powell Faces DOJ Criminal Investigation During 2026 Decision
The Fed paused after three consecutive rate cuts, while Chair Jerome Powell is set to speak amid scrutiny over alleged statements to Congress about headquarters renovation costs.
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Putin’s Four-Year Ukraine Invasion Cost: Russia’s Mass Casualty Attrition and the Donbas Security-Guarantee Tradeoff
With Russia described as suffering 1.2 million casualties and advancing as little as 15 meters a day, the war’s central issue is whether exhaustion forces a Donbas withdrawal bargain or prolonged collapse-by-installment.
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UK High Court Enters Summary Judgment Against Saudi Arabia in Pegasus Spyware Case
London judge finds the kingdom liable for hacking and assault on a Saudi dissident, awarding over £3 million in damages
Saudi Arabia’s HUMAIN and National Infrastructure Fund Agree to $1.2 Billion AI Infrastructure Financing Framework
Strategic framework aims to expand hyperscale AI data centre capacity and attract institutional investment for Saudi AI development
Iran Tells Saudi Arabia U.S. Threats Against Tehran Undermine Regional Stability
Iranian president says American pressure disrupts security as Riyadh and Tehran discuss de-escalation amid rising tensions
Rockwell Automation Software Selected for New Electric Vehicle Plant in Saudi Arabia
Saudi EV manufacturer adopts Rockwell systems for automation and digital integration at a major new facility
Senator Lindsey Graham Criticises Saudi Arabia’s Response to UAE Attack and Syrian Assault on Kurds
Senior U.S. lawmaker urges Riyadh to use influence to halt violence in Syria and decries its silence on Kurdish plight amid broader regional tensions
Türkiye’s Talks with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia Highlight Evolving Regional Security Cooperation
Ankara engages both capitals in discussions on expanded defence cooperation amid broader strategic alignment among the three states
Saudi Arabia Scales Back Ambitions for 100-Mile Desert Megacity After Cost Review
Plans for the Linear city at NEOM are revised as authorities reassess spending, timelines and feasibility
Saudi Arabia Tells Iran It Will Not Accept Military Action from Its Territory or Airspace
Riyadh conveys to Tehran that its soil and skies will not be used for attacks amid escalating regional tensions
Rising Saudi Arabia–UAE Tensions Cloud Middle East Business Confidence
Shifting geopolitical dynamics between Gulf powers reverberate through markets as regional influence and security concerns grow
Saudi Arabia Suspends Construction of Mukaab Megaproject Amid Financing and Feasibility Review
Work beyond foundational excavation is paused on the 400-metre cube at Riyadh’s New Murabba development as funding priorities shift
Saudi Arabia Suspends Construction of Mukaab Megaproject Amid Vision 2030 Review
Work beyond foundational excavation on the colossal cube-shaped skyscraper in Riyadh has been halted as funding and feasibility are reassessed
Saudi Crown Prince Tells Iranian President: Kingdom Will Not Host Attacks Against Iran
Mohammed bin Salman reportedly assured Ebrahim Raisi that Saudi territory will not be used for military action targeting Iran
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U.S. Central Command Announces Regional Air Exercise as Iran Unveils Drone Carrier Footage
Military activity in the Middle East includes a U.S.-led operational readiness drill and new Iranian footage of a drone carrier platform.
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Over a hundred thousand people are in the streets of London, demanding an end to the Islamic Republic and standing with the Iranian people
The casino floor buzzed with disbelief as the woman collected her winnings again calm, precise, almost bored
Dealers exchanged glances. Players whispered. Her streak was too perfect, her timing too exact. Security finally stepped in, replaying footage frame by frame, until the truth surfaced: hidden behind her composed gaze were highly advanced...
USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier accompanied by destroyers has arrived in the Middle East and is now within striking range of Iran
More than 20 new additional countries have also signed up to join the newly established Board of Peace with respect to the rebuilding of Gaza
“I understand that more than 20 new additional countries have also signed up to join the newly established Board of Peace with respect to the rebuilding of Gaza, which is another historic accomplishment for this president.”
American rock climber Alex Honnold ascended the Taipei 101 skyscraper on Sunday without any ropes or protective equipment
Middle East Power Shifts as U.S.–Iran War Risk Grows, Regional Alliances Recalibrate
Heightened U.S. military posture and regional responses reshape geopolitical dynamics amid escalating tensions with Iran
Saudi Arabia Puts $2.5 Trillion Mineral Wealth at Centre of Economic Diversification Push
Kingdom says vast deposits including rare earths and battery metals could transform its economy under Vision 2030
Venezuela’s Oil Paradox: Why Vast Reserves Have Not Translated into Prosperity
Despite holding the world’s largest oil reserves, Venezuela’s economy languishes under production collapse, sanctions, and years of mismanagement
Saudi Arabia Reaffirms Ties with UAE as ‘Vital’ to Gulf Stability Amid Yemen Rift
Riyadh underscores the importance of strong Saudi-Emirati relations for regional security and Gulf Cooperation Council unity
Saudi Arabia Moves Southern Yemeni Security Leaders to Riyadh, Signaling Tighter Control Over Liberated Areas
Transfer highlights Riyadh’s effort to centralize security decision-making amid shifting dynamics in southern Yemen
Riyad Bank’s Jeel and Ripple Partner to Test Blockchain Payments in Saudi Regulatory Sandbox
Collaboration aims to explore faster, lower-cost cross-border payments aligned with Saudi Arabia’s financial innovation strategy
Saudi Arabia Strengthens Video Game Startup Pipeline with Strategic MoU to Grow Gaming Ecosystem
New partnership aims to nurture talent, support early-stage studios and position the Kingdom as a global gaming hub
UK High Court Orders Saudi Arabia to Pay Over £3 Million to Dissident Targeted with Pegasus Spyware
London judge finds kingdom liable for spying and orchestrated assault on Saudi satirist, awarding compensation for severe psychological harm
Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Policy Shift: Why Regional Allies See Riyadh Turning Away from Peace Initiatives
Recent diplomatic divergences, strategic rivalries and realignments in Yemen and the Gulf underscore a recalibration of Saudi Arabia’s regional role
Rift Between Saudi Arabia and the UAE Tests Regional Order and Poses Strategic Challenges for Israel
Diplomatic fracture over Yemen and rival Gulf ambitions reshapes alliances with implications for Israeli security and normalisation efforts
Trump Defends Saudi Crown Prince in Heated Exchange After Reporter Questions Khashoggi Murder and 9/11 Links
President rebukes journalist’s question during Oval Office meeting, framing it as unnecessary and praising the visiting Saudi leader
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Saudi Stocks Rally as Kingdom Prepares to Fully Open Capital Market to Global Investors
Saudi equities climb ahead of February opening of Tadawul to all foreign investors, reflecting optimism about liquidity and inflows
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Saudi Arabia’s Cultural Sector Emerges as a Strategic Economic Engine in Partnership with France
French ambassador highlights how culture is driving bilateral economic cooperation and enhancing Riyadh’s global attractiveness
Saudi Arabia Positions Itself as a Forward-Looking Economic Power Through Reform and Investment
Accelerating diversification, capital-market opening and global engagement signal the Kingdom’s evolving economic influence
Saudi Arabia Tops Investment Priorities for Majority of International Firms in the United Arab Emirates
Survey finds that nine in ten global companies in the UAE view the Saudi market as the most attractive destination for growth
Saudi Real Estate Stocks Surge as New Foreign Ownership Rules Come Into Force
Market gains reflect investor optimism after the Kingdom eases restrictions on overseas participation in listed property firms
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Tesla Ends Model S and X Production and Sends $2 Billion to xAI as 2025 Revenue Declines
The AI Hiring Doom Loop — Algorithmic Recruiting Filters Out Top Talent and Rewards Average or Fake Candidates
Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rate at 3.75% as Powell Faces DOJ Criminal Investigation During 2026 Decision
Putin’s Four-Year Ukraine Invasion Cost: Russia’s Mass Casualty Attrition and the Donbas Security-Guarantee Tradeoff
Saudi Crown Prince Tells Iranian President: Kingdom Will Not Host Attacks Against Iran
U.S. Central Command Announces Regional Air Exercise as Iran Unveils Drone Carrier Footage
Trump Defends Saudi Crown Prince in Heated Exchange After Reporter Questions Khashoggi Murder and 9/11 Links
Saudi Stocks Rally as Kingdom Prepares to Fully Open Capital Market to Global Investors
Air France and KLM Suspend Multiple Middle East Routes as Regional Tensions Disrupt Aviation
Saudi Arabia scales back Neom as The Line is redesigned and Trojena downsized
Saudi Industrial Group Completes One Point Three Billion Dollar Acquisition of South Africa’s Barloworld
Saudi-Backed LIV Golf Confirms Return to Trump National Bedminster for 2026 Season
Gold Jumps More Than 8% in a Week as the Dollar Slides Amid Greenland Tariff Dispute
Boston Dynamics Atlas humanoid robot and LG CLOiD home robot: the platform lock-in fight to control Physical AI
United States under President Donald Trump completes withdrawal from the World Health Organization: health sovereignty versus global outbreak early-warning access
Trump Administration’s Iran Military Buildup and Sanctions Campaign Puts Deterrence Credibility on the Line
Tech Brief: AI Compute, Chips, and Platform Power Moves Driving Today’s Market Narrative
NATO’s Stress Test Under Trump: Alliance Credibility, Burden-Sharing, and the Fight Over Strategic Territory
Saudi Arabia’s Careful Balancing Act in Relations with Israel Amid Regional and Domestic Pressures
Greenland, Gaza, and Global Leverage: Today’s 10 Power Stories Shaping Markets and Security
America’s Venezuela Oil Grip Meets China’s Demand: Market Power, Legal Shockwaves, and the New Rules of Energy Leverage
Trump’s Board of Peace: Breakthrough Diplomacy or a Hostile Takeover of Global Order?
Prince William to Make Official Visit to Saudi Arabia in February
Saudi Arabia Advances Ambitious Artificial River Mega-Project to Transform Water Security
Saudi Crown Prince and Syrian President Discuss Stabilisation, Reconstruction and Regional Ties in Riyadh Talks
Mohammed bin Salman Confronts the ‘Iranian Moment’ as Saudi Leadership Faces Regional Test
Cybercrime, Inc.: When Crime Becomes an Economy. How the World Accidentally Built a Twenty-Trillion-Dollar Criminal Economy
Strategic Restraint, Credible Force, and the Discipline of Power
Donald Trump Organization Unveils Championship Golf Course and Luxury Resort Project in Saudi Arabia
Inside Diriyah: Saudi Arabia’s $63.2 Billion Vision to Transform Its Historic Heart into a Global Tourism Powerhouse
Trump Designates Saudi Arabia a Major Non-NATO Ally, Elevating US–Riyadh Defense Partnership
Trump Organization Deepens Saudi Property Focus with $10 Billion Luxury Developments
There is no sovereign immunity for poisoning millions with drugs.
Mohammed bin Salman’s Global Standing: Strategic Partner in Transition Amid Debate Over His Role
Saudi Arabia Opens Property Market to Foreign Buyers in Landmark Reform
The U.S. State Department’s account in Persian: “President Trump is a man of action. If you didn’t know it until now, now you do—do not play games with President Trump.”
CNN’s Ranking of Israel’s Women’s Rights Sparks Debate After Misleading Global Index Comparison
Saudi Arabia’s Shifting Regional Alignment Raises Strategic Concerns in Jerusalem
OPEC+ Holds Oil Output Steady Amid Member Tensions and Market Oversupply
Iranian Protests Intensify as Another Revolutionary Guard Member Is Killed and Khamenei Blames the West
President Trump Says United States Will Administer Venezuela Until a Secure Leadership Transition
Delta Force Identified as Unit Behind U.S. Operation That Captured Venezuela’s President
Trump Announces U.S. Large-Scale Strike on Venezuela, Declares President Maduro and Wife Captured
Saudi-UAE Rift Adds Complexity to Middle East Diplomacy as Trump Signals Firm Leadership
OPEC+ to Keep Oil Output Policy Unchanged Despite Saudi-UAE Tensions Over Yemen
Saudi Arabia and UAE at Odds in Yemen Conflict as Southern Offensive Deepens Gulf Rift
Abu Dhabi ‘Capital of Capital’: How Abu Dhabi Rose as a Sovereign Wealth Power
Diamonds Are Powering a New Quantum Revolution
Trump Threatens Strikes Against Iran if Nuclear Programme Is Restarted
Why Saudi Arabia May Recalibrate Its US Spending Commitments Amid Rising China–America Rivalry
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