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Shane Lowry agreeing to play in Saudi Arabia is an unfortunate choice
When it comes to the Saudi International golf tournament, the question has never been, “Why would you go and play there?” It’s a biggish tournament by European Tour standards, one where the organisers are known to be notably
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Saudi Arabia executed 184 people in 2019: Rights group
Saudi Arabia executed 184 people in 2019, the most in a calendar year in six years, human rights organization Reprieve has said, calling it a "grim milestone" for the kingdom. Of the executions announced by the Saudi
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International Experts Invited to Attend Riyadh’s Sustainable City Symposium
Over 40 international experts will be participating in a symposium to discuss projects worth US$23 billion, that will transform Riyadh and the lives of its 7 million citizens. The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC), formally known as Riyadh
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Saudi-Scandinavian event highlights importance of diversity and inclusiveness
RIYADH: The Saudi Arabian Scandinavian Association on Monday hosted an evening of cross-cultural dialogue titled “Why the caged bird sings; a
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Iran, Saudi Arabia Reportedly in Contact, Despite Official Saudi Denial
CAIRO - Iran and Saudi Arabia are reportedly in contact following a destructive drone attack on a Saudi oil refinery, despite denials from
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Saudi Media Ministry organizes Media Excellence Awards 2019
RIYADH: The Saudi Ministry of Media organized the 2019 Media Excellence Awards on Monday, at the Hilton Hotel in Riyadh, in the presence of Media
Read MoreJubbat Hail, an old caravan route through Saudi Arabia’s Nefud Desert
Jubbat Hail, in the Hail region of northeast Saudi Arabia, is on an old caravan route through the Nefud Desert. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2015, recent government investment has improved the facilities available to the public
Read MoreDevelopers reveal more details about Qiddiya, the Saudi entertainment supercity
The company behind Qiddiya, the entertainment city being built on the outskirts of Riyadh, has revealed more details of the venues and facilities that are due to open when phase one of the project is completed in four years’ time. In all,
Read MoreYou won't be able to carry Zamzam water on these flights
India's national carrier Air India has banned the carrying of Zamzam cans on its narrow-bodied aircraft with immediate effect. A typical narrow-body airliner's cabin space has a diameter of 3-4 m, with a single aisle, and seats between
Read MoreSaudi air defense forces intercept Houthi drones targeting Jazan airport
Saudi air defense forces intercepted weaponized drones launched by Houthi terrorists toward southern Saudi Arabia, the coalition supporting Yemen's legitimate government said early Friday. In a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA),
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