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The Saudi factories powered by women
A surge in female labour force participation has emerged as a bright spot for the kingdomWorld - Financial Times - October 28 -
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Trump: Saudi crown prince 'a great guy'
Former President Trump says the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman, who faces unrelenting criticism over his government's human rights record, is a “great guy.” “I think it’s fine ...Politics - The Hill - October 21 -
At a Glitzy Saudi Investment Forum, Almost No Mention of War
Saudi Arabia and its Gulf neighbors are seeking to reassure foreign investors that it’s still safe to do business amid the turmoil around the Mideast.Business - The New York Times - October 30 -
Saudi Aramco Profit Falls on Oil-Price Weakness
The oil company said lower oil prices and refining margins pushed down profit, adding it plans to pay dividends of $31.05 billion.Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 5 -
Two Saudi officers killed in Yemen attack
Riyadh officials attribute training camp assault to ‘lone wolf’ soldierBusiness - Financial Times - 4 days ago -
Kimmich on Saudi WC vote: Players aren't experts
Germany players should stand for values as role models in society but are no political experts, new captain Joshua Kimmich said on Wednesday ahead of next month's vote for Saudi Arabia to host the ...Sports - ESPN - 14 hours ago -
Human rights groups condemn EU summit with Saudi crown prince
Mohammed bin Salman attends Brussels meeting six years after the murder of Jamal Khashoggi. Human rights activists have condemned the EU’s decision to host the Saudi crown prince, Mohammed bin ...World - The Guardian - October 16 -
Saudi cartoonist jailed for 23 years for insulting leaders, group says
A Saudi court has sentenced a cartoonist to more than two decades in prison for insulting the kingdom's rulers, his family and a rights group say.Top stories - CBS News - October 16 -
Iraq Suspends the Saudi-Owned MBC Channel After Protesters Storm Office
The action came after the channel aired a report describing a number of leaders of Iranian backed armed groups as terrorists.World - The New York Times - October 20 -
How Newcastle’s Saudi takeover ripped the £8bn-a-year Premier League in two
Three years after Saudi Arabia bought Newcastle United FC, only now are the full seismic consequences hitting home for English football.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 20 -
Women footballers urge Fifa to end Saudi oil deal
More than 100 professional women's footballers sign an open letter urging Fifa to end a sponsorship deal with Saudi oil giant Aramco.Top stories - BBC News - October 21 -
Women's stars urge FIFA end Saudi Aramco deal
A group of over 100 professional women's footballers on Monday sent an open letter to FIFA urging the world governing body to end its partnership with oil and gas conglomerate Saudi Aramco.Sports - ESPN - October 22 -
Top female footballers urge Fifa to end deal with Saudi ‘nightmare sponsor’
Letter to governing body accuses Saudis of using sports to ‘distract from the regime’s brutal human rights reputation’. More than 100 professional female footballers have signed a letter calling on ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
Premier League will not review Saudi Newcastle deal after Bin Salman claims
State’s de facto leader allegedly approved 2021 takeover Premier League believes its rules have not been broken The Premier League sees no reason to review the legality of Newcastle United’s ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
Democrats call for special counsel probe into Kushner over Saudi ties
Correction: This article has been corrected to reflect that lawmakers assess Saudi Arabia has paid Jared Kushner $87 million, and not as previously written. Senior Democrats in the House and Senate ...Politics - The Hill - October 24 -
Transfer Talk: Rüdiger wants new deal as Saudi clubs circle
Antonio Rüdiger's future at Madrid remains clouded, despite the defender distancing himself from Saudi Pro League links. Transfer Talk has the latest.Sports - ESPN - October 26 -
Saudi startup Riyadh Air orders 60 Airbus A321neo planes
Saudi startup airline Riyadh Air has ordered 60 Airbus aircraftWorld - ABC News - October 30 -
'All eyes on Middle East at pivotal time after Hull’s Saudi win'
After Charley Hull's sensational win in Saudi Arabia last week, golf fans should maintain their attention on events both off and on the course in the Middle East, writes Iain Carter.Top stories - BBC News - November 4 -
Degradation of land is threat to human life, Saudi government says
Deputy environment minister calls for urgent action as Riyadh prepares for global summit on issue next month. The degradation of the world’s soils and landscapes is threatening human life, and ...World - The Guardian - November 4 -
Wall Street Financiers Queue Up for a Chance at Billions in Saudi Oil Cash
Are you an international business titan on the hunt for billions of dollars of Saudi oil cash? Prepare for “a mind game.”Business - The New York Times - November 5 -
Saudi crown prince says Israel committing 'genocide' in Gaza
Mohamed Bin Salman was speaking at the opening of a summit of Muslim and Arab leaders in Riyadh.Top stories - BBC News - 2 days ago -
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UK construction executive sues Saudi-owned developer for $100mn
David Grover has brought a lawsuit in Riyadh against PIF-backed Roshn claiming bonuses and performance paymentsWorld - Financial Times - Yesterday -
Iraq moves to revoke Saudi broadcaster's license after report angered militia supporters
Iraq’s commission governing media says it will take steps to revoke the license of a Saudi television station to operate in the countryWorld - ABC News - October 19 -
Saudi broadcaster MBC under fire over ‘terrorist’ label for slain Hamas chief
Middle East’s biggest media group withdraws report on Yahya Sinwar after regional backlashBusiness - Financial Times - October 20 -
Over 100 women's soccer players protest FIFA deal with Saudi oil giant Aramco
Former U.S. national team captain Becky Sauerbrunn and Netherlands forward Vivianne Miedema are among more than 100 women’s soccer players who have signed an open letter protesting FIFA’s ...Sports - ABC News - October 21 -
Foreign investors flock to flagship Saudi economic conference — but face less free-flowing cash
Thousands of financiers, founders and investors are set to descend on the Saudi capital of Riyadh for the eighth edition of the kingdom's Future Investment Initiative.Business - CNBC - October 28 -
Saudi sovereign wealth fund announces $2 billion deal for new Brookfield Middle East platform
At least 50% of the capital will be allocated to investments in the kingdom and to expanding international companies' presence in the local market.Business - CNBC - October 30 -
Sovereign debt is the biggest risk to global growth in 2025, Saudi finance minister says
Global public debt hit a record $97 trillion in 2023, prompting the UN to call for urgent reforms for governments and financial systems around the world.Business - CNBC - October 31 -
Saudi oil giant Aramco posts third-quarter profits of $27.5 billion, down 15% from a year earlier
Saudi Arabian oil giant Aramco has reported third-quarter profits of $27.5 billion, down about 15% from last year as low oil prices ate into its revenuesWorld - ABC News - November 5