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Who is the most corrupted country in the world?
Rep. Ilhan Omar's net worth: 2019: -$45,000. 2025: $30 million. Congressional salary: $174k. Not as good as Nancy Pelosi’s net worth ($250 million), but not so bad…
Widespread Protests Erupt Across Iran Over Deepening Economic Crisis
Iranians in major cities demonstrate against economic collapse as government pledges dialogue with citizens
Saudi Arabia’s ‘Red Line’ in Yemen: Bombing of Mukalla and Stark Warning to the UAE
Riyadh’s airstrike and diplomatic ultimatum reflect deepening strategic rivalry with Abu Dhabi over Yemen’s conflict and influence
Sudan’s Burhan Tells Saudi Arabia Plans for Russian Naval Base Along Red Sea Have Been Frozen
Sudanese leadership signals suspension of long-debated naval facility project as diplomatic pressure grows and regional concerns mount
Saudi Arabia Urges Rapid UAE Troop Withdrawal from Yemen as Gulf Rift Deepens
Riyadh voices hope that Abu Dhabi’s forces will exit Yemen within 24 hours after diplomatic and military tensions escalate sharply
Egypt Calls for Saudi and UAE Leaders to Address Yemen Rift ‘Wisely’ Amid Escalating Gulf Tensions
Cairo urges unity and prudent diplomacy as divisions between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi over Yemen deepen, risking broader regional instability
US and Saudi Arabia Confer on Escalating Yemen Tensions and Regional Security
Washington and Riyadh hold high-level talks as Gulf partners navigate rising conflict in Yemen amid intra-coalition strains and broader stability concerns
Gulf Stock Markets Slide as Saudi–UAE Rift Over Yemen Undermines Investor Confidence
Major equity indexes in the Gulf decline after escalating tensions between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates over Yemen conflict dynamics
Saudi Arabia Pushes Back Against Trump’s Muslim Brotherhood Strategy
Riyadh signals divergence from Washington’s approach by expressing reservations about sweeping U.S. plans to label Brotherhood factions as terrorist entities
Saudi Arabia Strikes Yemen Port, Citing Weapons Shipment as Tensions with UAE Escalate
Riyadh issues warning to Abu Dhabi after airstrikes target a key port amid claims of illicit arms transfers
UAE Pledges Withdrawal of Remaining Forces from Yemen Amid Rift with Saudi Arabia
Abu Dhabi signals a decisive shift in Yemen strategy as tensions with Riyadh intensify over the future of the conflict
Tensions Flare Between Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates Over Influence in Yemen
Rival Gulf powers clash politically and militarily as competing agendas reshape Yemen’s fragile landscape
Abu Dhabi ‘Capital of Capital’: How Abu Dhabi Rose as a Sovereign Wealth Power
The emirate’s sovereign funds, leaders and strategic investments have driven its ascent into a global financial powerhouse.
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Diamonds Are Powering a New Quantum Revolution
Engineered diamonds, especially those with nitrogen-vacancy centers, are emerging as essential materials for advanced quantum sensing and future technologies.
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Trump Threatens Strikes Against Iran if Nuclear Programme Is Restarted
The U.S. president also warns Hamas it has a very limited window to disarm following talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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Saudi Arabia Targets Critics of Rising Cost of Living
Authorities arrest and fine social media users who voiced online criticism of living costs and welfare changes under anti-cybercrime laws.
Crypto Payroll Gains Traction in Saudi Arabia as Firms Weigh Innovation Against Regulation
Businesses explore digital-asset salary payments in line with Vision 2030, while regulators emphasise compliance and risk controls
Saudi Arabia Fast-Tracks Hajj Travel With Major Expansion at Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz Airport
New terminals, streamlined processing, and capacity upgrades aim to ease pilgrim journeys ahead of peak Hajj seasons
Saudi Strategic Shift, Gulf AI Investments, and a Property Boom Reshape Regional Power Dynamics
Capital flows into artificial intelligence and real estate highlight a broader economic pivot across Saudi Arabia and the Gulf
Saudi Stocks End Higher as Tadawul Index Advances on Broad-Based Gains
Market closes stronger with the Tadawul All Share Index rising zero point seven percent amid positive sentiment
Saudi Arabia’s NEOM Backs Paradromics With Strategic Investment to Accelerate Brain-Computer Interface Innovation
Partnership between NEOM Investment Fund and US neurotech developer aims to build a regional hub for transformative BCI therapies
Iran’s Araghchi Calls for Unified Regional Action on Yemen in Talks With UAE and Saudi Foreign Ministers
Tehran urges Gulf neighbours to coordinate for Yemen’s unity and stability amid intensifying southern conflict
Saudi Authorities Push Back Against Online Criticism as Cost-of-Living Pressures Rise
Officials move to curb public commentary on prices and wages, framing interventions as efforts to protect economic stability and social cohesion
Saudi Arabia Poised to Cut February Oil Prices to Asia for Third Straight Month Amid Supply Glut
State exporter expected to extend price reductions for key crude grades as global markets remain well supplied and benchmarks weaken
Saudi Arabia and OPEC+ Signal Resolve to Defend Market Share Despite Oil Price Volatility
Producers appear prepared to prioritise long-term positioning over short-term price support as supply strategy faces renewed scrutiny
Saudi Arabia Warns Yemen’s Southern Transitional Council Against Moves That Could Destabilise Region
Riyadh urges STC withdrawal from recently seized provinces and signals readiness to take action to preserve coalition unity and regional stability
Now they're coming for your coffee
Swiss banker and World Economic Forum "agenda contributor", Hubert Keller: "The coffee that we all drink emits between 15 and 20 tonnes of CO2 per tonne of coffee."
Mark Zuckerberg, an outspoken critic of "man-made climate change", shows off his new $300 million, 287-foot mega yacht, powered by four gigantic diesel engines
Yet another stark reminder that Net Zero is only for the peasants
Indian Roads are not less than a Final destination movie
Why Saudi Arabia May Recalibrate Its US Spending Commitments Amid Rising China–America Rivalry
Strategic flexibility, energy policy and regional priorities are shaping Riyadh’s cautious approach to large-scale US pledges
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Italian prosecutors say they have arrested nine people on suspicion of financing Hamas through charities based in Italy, in an operation coordinated with other EU countries
Three people were killed when protests in Syria's Alawite heartland of Latakia spiraled into gunfire and other violence
Saudi Arabia Steps Up Bid to Host National Football League Games as Part of Global Sports Push
Riyadh signals intent to bring American football to the Kingdom, building on flag football showcase and broader international ambitions
AlUla Partners with Saudi Music Hub to Spotlight Emerging Young Talent
New collaboration aims to nurture creative skills and expand opportunities for young musicians in the Kingdom
Pakistan Confirms Security Talks with Afghan Taliban Hosted in Saudi Arabia
Islamabad says Riyadh facilitated dialogue aimed at easing border tensions and addressing militant threats
Saudi Arabia Sets 2026 Launch for ‘Dream of the Desert’ Ultra-Luxury Train Experience
The Kingdom’s first five-star luxury rail service opens bookings as it prepares to offer immersive journeys across Saudi landscapes under Vision 2030
Saudi Shares Fall as Tadawul All Share Index Ends Lower Amid Soft Oil Prices and Seasonally Thin Trading
Benchmark Saudi stock index slips over one percent at close with broad sector pressure as oil market weakness weighs on sentiment
Experts Say Saudi F-35 Acquisition Does Not Endanger Israel’s Security Advantage
U.S. plans to sell F-35s to Riyadh with restrictions to preserve Israel’s qualitative military edge, officials and analysts say
Saudi Arabia Opens Its First Six Flags as Qiddiya Pushes Global Entertainment Ambitions
The kingdom unveils Six Flags Qiddiya City, positioning the mega-park as a flagship of its tourism and leisure transformation
Tunisia and Saudi Arabia Expand Bilateral Cooperation with Multiple Agreements
Riyadh and Tunis sign a suite of memoranda of understanding and investment pacts to deepen economic ties across key sectors
Comprehensive Guide to the Categories at the Dakar Rally Saudi Arabia 2026
The 48th edition of the Dakar Rally features multiple competitive classes from cars and bikes to trucks, SSVs and historic entries in Saudi Arabia
Comedian Michelle Wolf Targets Trump in Routine Referencing Saudi Journalist Case
Stand-up set revisits disputed political claims while the former president’s record on Middle East diplomacy remains a focal point
Saudi National Center for Wildlife Launches Professional Ranger Training Standard to Strengthen Conservation Capacity
New competency-based programme aims to elevate ranger skills and professionalism in managing protected areas across the Kingdom
Saudi Arabia Proposes Tough New Penalties Including Up to Five Years in Prison and SR10 Million Fine for Banned Pesticides
Draft regulation targets manufacturing and import of banned or counterfeit pesticides to protect public health, agriculture and the environment
Omani Luxury Perfume House Amouage Deepens Presence in Saudi Arabia with New Boutiques and Cultural Initiatives
Amouage expands its footprint in the Kingdom with flagship stores in Jeddah and Riyadh as part of broader Middle Eastern growth strategy
Severe Disruptions Hit Gulf Air Travel as Dubai and Saudi Arabia Airports Delay and Cancel Hundreds of Flights
Operational disruptions at Dubai and King Fahd airports affect major carriers, leaving thousands of passengers facing delays and cancellations.
US Visa and Travel Rules Shift Sharply, Affecting Saudi Arabia and Other Middle Eastern Countries' Travelers
New US regulations introduce mandatory biometric screening and increased visa costs, reshaping travel procedures for visitors from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Qatar, Oman and others.
Saudi Arabia Sets a ‘Red Line’ in Yemen’s Hadramout as Southern Separatist Escalation Fuels Fears of Wider Violence
Riyadh warns the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council against unilateral moves in Hadramout and al-Mahra, underscoring deepening tensions and the risk of renewed conflict
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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
Riyadh Air’s First Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Completes Initial Test Flight, Advancing Saudi Carrier’s Launch
Saudi Arabia’s 2025: A Pivotal Year of Global Engagement and Domestic Transformation
Saudi Arabia to Introduce Sugar-Content Based Tax on Sweetened Drinks from January 2026
Saudi Hotels Prepare for New Hospitality Roles as Alcohol Curbs Ease
Global Airports Forum Highlights Saudi Arabia’s Emergence as a Leading Aviation Powerhouse
Saudi Arabia Weighs Strategic Choice on Iran Amid Regional Turbulence
Not Only F-35s: Saudi Arabia to Gain Access to the World’s Most Sensitive Technology
Saudi Arabia Condemns Sydney Bondi Beach Shooting and Expresses Solidarity with Australia
Washington Watches Beijing–Riyadh Rapprochement as Strategic Balance Shifts
Saudi Arabia Urges Stronger Partnerships and Efficient Aid Delivery at OCHA Donor Support Meeting in Geneva
Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 Drives Measurable Lift in Global Reputation and Influence
Alcohol Policies Vary Widely Across Muslim-Majority Countries, With Many Permitting Consumption Under Specific Rules
Saudi Arabia Clarifies No Formal Ban on Photography at Holy Mosques for Hajj 2026
Libya and Saudi Arabia Sign Strategic MoU to Boost Telecommunications Cooperation
Elon Musk’s xAI Announces Landmark 500-Megawatt AI Data Center in Saudi Arabia
Israel Moves to Safeguard Regional Stability as F-35 Sales Debate Intensifies
Cardi B to Make Historic Saudi Arabia Debut at Soundstorm 2025 Festival
U.S. Democratic Lawmakers Raise National Security and Influence Concerns Over Paramount’s Hostile Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Hackers Are Hiding Malware in Open-Source Tools and IDE Extensions
Traveling to USA? Homeland Security moving toward requiring foreign travelers to share social media history
Wall Street Analysts Clash With Riyadh Over Saudi Arabia’s Deficit Outlook
Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Cement $1 Trillion-Plus Deals in High-Profile White House Summit
Saudi Arabia Opens Alcohol Sales to Wealthy Non-Muslim Residents Under New Access Rules
U.S.–Saudi Rethink Deepens — Washington Moves Ahead Without Linking Riyadh to Israel Normalisation
Saudi Arabia and Israel Deprioritise Diplomacy: Normalisation No Longer a Middle-East Priority
Saudi Arabia Positions Itself as the Backbone of the Global AI Era
As Trump Deepens Ties with Saudi Arabia, Push for Israel Normalization Takes a Back Seat
Thai Food Village Debuts at Saudi Feast Food Festival 2025 Under Thai Commerce Minister Suphajee’s Lead
Saudi Arabia Sharpens Its Strategic Vision as Economic Transformation Enters New Phase
Saudi Arabia Projects $44 Billion Budget Shortfall in 2026 as Economy Rebalances
OPEC+ Unveils New Capacity-Based System to Anchor Future Oil Output Levels
Will Saudi Arabia End Up Bankrolling Israel’s Post-Ceasefire Order in Lebanon?
Saudi Arabia’s SAMAI Initiative Surpasses One-Million-Citizen Milestone in National AI Upskilling Drive
Saudi Arabia’s Specialty Coffee Market Set to Surge as Demand Soars and New Exhibition Drops in December
Saudi Arabia Moves to Open Two New Alcohol Stores for Foreigners Under Vision 2030 Reform
Saudi Arabia’s AI Ambitions Gain Momentum — but Water, Talent and Infrastructure Pose Major Hurdles
Tensions Surface in Trump-MBS Talks as Saudi Pushes Back on Israel Normalisation
Saudi Arabia Signals Major Maritime Crack-Down on Houthi Routes in Red Sea
Italy and Saudi Arabia Seal Over 20 Strategic Deals at Business Forum in Riyadh
COP30 Ends Without Fossil Fuel Phase-Out as US, Saudi Arabia and Russia Align in Obstruction Role
Saudi-Portuguese Economic Horizons Expand Through Strategic Business Council
DHL Commits $150 Million for Landmark Logistics Hub in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Aramco Weighs Disposals Amid $10 Billion-Plus Asset Sales Discussion
Trump Hosts Saudi Crown Prince for Major Defence and Investment Agreements
Families Accuse OpenAI of Enabling ‘AI-Driven Delusions’ After Multiple Suicides
Riyadh Metro Records Over One Hundred Million Journeys as Saudi Capital Accelerates Transit Era
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