Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia

Who is the French coach behind Saudi Arabia’s World Cup success?

French coach Hervé Renard led Saudi Arabia to a landmark 2-1 win against Argentina

22/11/2022

Saudi Arabia

'Jamal died again today': Anger at Saudi prince's Khashoggi 'immunity'

US intelligence services have previously said that the Saudi crown prince likely approved the journalist's killing.

18/11/2022

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Saudi’s diverse cultural calendar is full of surprises

Partner content presented by Visit Saudi

From nomads and flower men to pop-rock bands and techno DJs, all walks of life are shaping the cultural scene in the Kingdom

17/11/2022

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Saudi: the new frontier for sporting adventures

Partner content presented by Visit Saudi

From scuba diving and hiking to horse racing and wrestling, Saudi is claiming its title as an international sports hub

09/11/2022

Adventures

Divers delight in Jeddah's spectacular Red Sea coast

In partnership with Visit Saudi

The coral reefs are home to over 300 different types of coral, and 1200 species of fish -- attracting visitors from all around the world.

04/11/2022

Green News

Greenpeace: Saudi Arabia ski resort will ‘massively alter’ ecosystem

Saudi Arabia will host the 2029 Asian winter games - despite receiving very little natural snow.

06/10/2022

Saudi Arabia

Saudi woman sentenced to 45 years in prison for online posts, says NGO

Nourah al-Qahtani's sentence comes just weeks after another Saudi woman, Salma al-Shehab, was jailed for 34 years for following and retweeting activists on Twitter.

30/08/2022

Saudi Arabia

Ukrainian boxer Oleksandr Usyk devotes world title win to homeland

The 35-year-old who has served in Ukraine's army beat Britain's Anthony Joshua in a highly-anticipated 12-round fight.

21/08/2022

Saudi Arabia

Saudi student sentenced to 34 years in prison over Twitter posts

Saudi Arabia sentenced a woman to 34 years in prison over her Twitter activity, the longest sentence to be handed down to an activist, according to human rights groups.

17/08/2022

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Saudi Arabia unveils plans for a city of two 170km-long skyscrapers

The Line makes up a major part of the wider Neom project first announced in 2017.

27/07/2022

Saudi Arabia

Joe Biden and Saudi crown prince begin big meeting with fist bump

The US president arrived in Jeddah on the third day of a four-day visit to the Middle East. The Saudi leg is one of the most delicate trips he has faced on the world stage.

15/07/2022

Saudi Arabia

Biden to visit Saudi Arabia despite Khashoggi killing criticism

US President Joe Biden promised to make Saudi Arabia a "pariah" on his campaign trail two years ago, but energy and security concerns have forced a changed stance.

15/07/2022

Inspire Saudi

Discover the artistic and cultural scene in Jeddah

In partnership with Visit Saudi

We explore the vibrant port city of Jeddah. From the tree-lined waterfront with its artistic sculptures to the historical district of Al-Balad that dates back to the 7th century, the city is a captivating hub and melting pot of cultures and flavours.

30/05/2022

Destinations

Is this new €480 billion smart city the future of sustainable living?

The Saudi Arabian smart city will be powered by renewable energy and surrounded by the Sarawat Mountains.

14/05/2022

Focus

Saudi Arabia's Future Aviation Forum: Post-COVID take-off tops agenda

In partnership with Future Aviation Forum

The pandemic, sustainability, innovation and new technologies are the key themes during the inaugural Future Aviation Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

12/05/2022

Saudi Arabia

Erdogan meets Crown Prince as Turkey and Saudi Arabia try to mend ties

The Turkish president's visit to the Gulf Arab state represents a major reset of relations between two regional heavyweights following the Saudi columnist's killing in Istanbul in 2018.

29/04/2022

Sport

Saudi Arabia Formula 1 race to go ahead despite recent Houthi attack

The announcement came a day after the rebels attacked an oil depot located about 11 kilometres from the racetrack on Friday.

26/03/2022

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia kills 81 in biggest mass execution in modern history

Those executed included 73 Saudis, seven Yemenis and one Syrian, with some purported to have been members of Al Qaeda and Houthi rebels.

12/03/2022

Destinations

Saudi Arabia is open to tourists, here's why you should go

Saudi Arabia has very diverse landscapes, topography and culture with plenty to offer outside of the heat of the desert.

09/03/2022

Tech News

Glitch on Saudi activist's iPhone key to uncovering global hacking

A software glitch on a mobile phone belonging to a women's rights activist uncovered one of the world's biggest hacking scandals.

22/02/2022

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Dining with the undead in Riyadh, Saudi

A restaurant in Saudi Arabia is offering patrons in the conservative kingdom a unique experience -- dishes with a side of skull and blood in the company of zombies and vampires.

27/01/2022

Green News

Saudi minister backs pink hydrogen made by ‘emancipated young ladies’

Bin Salman told the World Economic Forum of the petropower’s ambition to become a green and blue hydrogen leader too.

24/01/2022

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Outspoken Saudi princess released from detention after three years

Basma bent Saoud and her daughter Suhoud were detained in March 2019.

09/01/2022

Saudi Arabia

Dakar 2022: Paris opens terrorism probe after Frenchman hurt in blast

The Paris-Dakar rally no longer goes through Africa because of the threat of terrorism. It is currently being held in Saudi Arabia.

05/01/2022

Destinations

Why Saudi Arabia is an inspiring destination for regenerative tourism

The Red Sea Project is on Saudi Arabia’s northwest coast is determined to be 100% sustainable.

16/11/2021

Saudi Arabia

Oil rich Saudi Arabia 'will be net-zero' by 2060

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman made the pledge on Saturday - not everyone is convinced.

23/10/2021