Saturday, December 20, 2025

"NEOM"




Neom Wellbeing founder: 'The entrepreneurial skill is to defer to other people's expertise'
The six weeks before Christmas generate one-third of annual revenues for Neom Wellbeing, the company launched by Nicola Elliott in 2005.
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Riyadh, Jeddah, and Neom: Saudi Arabia's Luxury Tourism Market Expands—Everything ...
Saudi Arabia's luxury travel market crosses USD 10 billion, fueled by Vision 2030, affluent travelers, and mega-projects like Neom and the Red Sea ...
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Estádio suspenso a 350 metros de altura estará na Copa do Mundo e promete ser o mais ... - TNH1
Trata-se do NEOM Stadium, arena que ficará suspensa a 350 metros de altura e integrará a cidade futurista de The Line, atualmente em construção no ...
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Sat, Dec 20 2025 - ID 55aae14f-46f8-4adc-aaed-2aaa9017bf8b - NCAAMB Live Tracker
A. Skradis · J. Gambrell. 3PT%. 46.0. 41.0. L. Waddles · R. Lee. Team Stats. Omaha logo. NEOM. LAM. Lamar logo. Points Per Game. Points Allowed Per ...
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The tourism mega-cities set to spring up around the world - Daily Mail
The original mega city: NEOM, Saudi Arabia. The Line, a core part of the NEOM project, is under development in Saudi. +13. View gallery.
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Saudi Arabia's mega-city construction plan is collapsing - GIGAZINE
NEOM, a smart city construction project that Saudi Arabia is investing huge amounts of money in, is reportedly at a standstill and on the verge of ...
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Oliver Rowland to Nick Cassidy: Four Formula E stars named in Top 50 Drivers of 2025
... NEOM McLaren last year, has been ranked 16th. Barnard has now joined DS Penske after NEOM McLaren's exit from motorsport. Nick Cassidy follows ...
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Wasserstoff-Revolution 2026: Deutsche Firma führt Weltmarkt an – doch Trump bremst aus
Dennoch spielt die Wasserstoff-Fabrik in der saudi-arabischen Stadt Neom in einer anderen Liga. Die „weltgrößte Anlage zur Produktion grünen ...
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Prediction, Preview, News Al-Fayha vs Neom: 21/12/2025 – Saudi Professional League
The Saudi Professional League fixture Al-Fayha vs Neom takes place on Sunday at King Salman Sport City Stadium, with both teams locked in a tight ...
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Galatasaray: no se descarta la salida de Icardi; Como y NEOM, opciones frías por ahora
Mauro Icardi podría decir adiós al Galatasaray en el mercado de enero. · Difícil, eso sí, que acabe en uno de los clubes ya vinculados a Icardi. · NEOM, ...
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"Saudi Arabia"

 
 
Saudi Arabia's great game - The Washington Post
Saudi Arabia's great game. With a headlong plunge into the global video game sector, what is Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman playing at ...
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Saudi Arabia, Qatar have a white winter as snowfall hits northern areas - World - Dawn
Snow unexpectedly blanketed several regions across Saudi Arabia and Qatar on Wednesday and Thursday, with cold weather and heavy rain hitting ...
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Cardi B praises Saudi Arabia for not being like 'ghetto' America by displaying a clean lifestyle
Rapper Cardi B praised life in Saudi Arabia, as she says it is much "cleaner" living there compared to the United States.
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Watch: Saudi Arabia's Desert Turns White With Rare Winter Snowfall - NDTV
Residents in northwestern Saudi Arabia were overjoyed as snow fell across the region, a rare sight in the desert landscape. Advertisement.
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Saudi Arabia, UAE and Azerbaijan Deport Thousands of Pakistani Beggars | Spotlight | N18G
Saudi Arabia alone has deported 24000 Pakistani nationals this year for begging, while thousands more have been sent back from the UAE and ...
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No normalization until Saudi Arabia stops broadcasting hate | The Jerusalem Post
Normalization with Saudi Arabia cannot begin while Mecca broadcasts antisemitic hate - editorial. In a weekly sermon delivered at Mecca two days ...
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Saudi Arabia, U.S. propose three-point peace plan to Sudan's Burhan - Sudan Tribune
December 19, 2025 (RIYADH) – Saudi Arabia and the United States have presented Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan with a three-point plan ...
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Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup stadium plans being reassessed - reports
Saudi Arabia's preparations for the 2034 FIFA World Cup may be facing early delivery pressures, with reports suggesting that elements of the ...
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AmCham and Mindsets explore the role of CCUS in Saudi Arabia's energy transition
At an event held yesterday in Al Khobar, senior leaders and government officials explored Saudi Arabia's energy transition strategy, ...
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Building Capacity for Underwater Cultural Heritage Preservation in Saudi Arabia - IIE
The Institute of International Education (IIE) partnered with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Heritage Commission and King Abdullah University of ...
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Friday, December 19, 2025

"Saudi Arabia"




Saudi Arabia's 2034 World Cup stadium plans face delays and cost-cutting - The Guardian
Saudi Arabia's construction of stadiums for the 2034 World Cup is facing delays owing to a desire from the PIF to scale back costs.
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Once a pariah, Saudi Arabia is now Hollywood's hot cash source - Los Angeles Times
Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund now backs some of Hollywood's biggest deals, including a $24-billion financing package for Paramount's $78 ...
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Saudi Arabia vs United Arab Emirates Third-Place Match Cancelled Due to Rain at Arab Cup 2025
Heavy rain forced the cancellation of the Saudi Arabia vs UAE third-place match at the Arab Cup Qatar 2025, FIFA confirms.
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Watch: Snow in the desert? Saudi Arabia, Qatar have a white winter in some areas
... Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Videos of snowfall on the large brown dunes in Saudi Arabia are making their way around the internet as Saudi residents ...
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Saudi Arabia Vs UAE Highlights, FIFA Arab Cup 2025: Third-Place Playoff Called Off Due To ...
Saudi Arabia Vs UAE Highlights, FIFA Arab Cup 2025: Jordan take on Morocco in the final. Catch all the action from the KSA vs UAE football match ...
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7.8 GWh Saudi Arabia ESS Project Officially Connected to the Grid - PR Newswire
PRNewswire/ -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has officially completed grid connection of its landmark energy storage system (ESS) project with the ...
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Expanding Air Connectivity Opens New Doors to Saudi Arabia - TravelPulse
Saudi Arabia is experiencing a significant boost in international air connectivity as major carriers announce new routes and expanded service to ...
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Saudi Arabia, India agree on mutual short-stay visa exemptions to boost bilateral exchanges
RIYADH: In a significant move to cut through bureaucratic procedures, Saudi Arabia and India have signed a bilateral visa waiver agreement, ...
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Q&A: From Saudi Arabia to pursuing avian dreams at Texas A&M - AgriLife Today
How early experiences abroad and a summer project guided Henri Bariselle '26 into an unexpected future · You grew up in Saudi Arabia. · What drew you to ...
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Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Riyadh Fashion Week 2025 to Feature Vivienne Westwood & Stella McCartney

Riyadh Fashion Week 2025: British designers to headline

The upcoming Riyadh Fashion Week 2025 will spotlight British fashion icons Vivienne Westwood and Stella McCartney, who are set to open and close the event respectively. This edition aims to fuse global fashion prestige with local creative culture and highlight the Kingdom’s evolving role in the international fashion circuit.

Westwood’s signature punk aesthetic will juxtapose with Saudi cultural motifs, while McCartney will present sustainable fashion pieces reflecting her global brand ethos. Organizers say the event will draw regional designers, fashion influencers, and media, amplifying Saudi Arabia’s cultural diplomacy.

Anchored by a push to diversify the entertainment sector, this move aligns with the broader strategy of leveraging arts and culture for soft power projection. The collaboration also suggests increasing openness to global creative influences, while preserving local identity.

References & Source
Riyadh Fashion Week 2025: Stella McCartney & Vivienne Westwood to headline — Times of India
Link: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/football/top-stories/saudi-pro-league-foreign-company-buys-stake-in-al-kholood-club-a-first-in-the-kingdom/articleshow/122886018.cms 

Saudi Coach Renard Labels Iraq Match ‘Most Important of My Career

Saudi coach Renard labels Iraq game most important of his career

Hervé Renard, manager of the Saudi Arabia national football team, declared his upcoming fixture against Iraq as “the most important match of his career.” The match, part of the 2026 World Cup qualifying process, took place in Jeddah. Saudi Arabia holds a slim lead over Iraq on goal difference in Group B of the Asian qualifiers.

Renard cited the leadership of senior players like Salem Al-Dawsari, Saleh Al-Shehri, and Hassan Al-Tambakthi as integral to maintaining stability in high-pressure environments. Iraq’s coach, Graham Arnold, acknowledged the challenge, noting Saudi Arabia’s consistency in recent fixtures.

The coach’s remarks reflect the national expectation surrounding Saudi Arabia’s qualification campaign. With regional ambitions in sports, such statements also serve to galvanize public support and set the narrative ahead of critical matches.

References & Source
Reuters — “Saudi coach Renard labels Iraq game most important of his career.”
Link: https://www.reuters.com/sports/soccer/saudi-coach-renard-labels-iraq-game-most-important-his-career-2025-10-13/

Saudia Launches First Direct Riyadh–Moscow Flight Amid Warming Ties

 First direct Riyadh–Moscow flight operated by Saudia lands in Russian capital

The Saudi airline Saudia made history this week with the inaugural direct Riyadh–Moscow flight landing at Sheremetyevo International Airport, marking a key milestone in Saudi-Russia relations.
This new route will operate three round-trip flights weekly, signaling Riyadh’s intent to deepen diplomatic, commercial, and cultural ties with Moscow. The announcement comes amid growing coordination between the two nations in energy policy and bilateral exchange.

Saudi authorities said this connection would expand tourism and trade flows. In recent months, diplomatic outreach between Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and President Vladimir Putin has intensified, including coordinated efforts in mediating regional conflicts and joint OPEC+ strategies. The route is expected to boost passenger volumes and strengthen economic interlinkages.

Observers see this as part of a broader Saudi external engagement strategy—balancing relationships between Western capitals and influential global actors. The direct flight adds to Riyadh’s ambition of becoming a logistics and transportation hub under its Vision 2030 blueprint.

References & Source
Reuters — “First direct Riyadh–Moscow flight operated by Saudia lands in Russian capital.”
Link: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/first-direct-riyadhmoscow-flight-operated-by-saudia-lands-russian-capital-amid-2025-10-10/

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Saudi Arabia Clinches 2026 World Cup Spot After Crucial Draw with Iraq

 Saudi Arabia earns draw with Iraq to secure World Cup berth Reuters

In a tense and tightly contested match at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia secured their spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a goalless draw against Iraq. The draw was enough for the hosts to advance thanks to their superior goal difference in Group B of Asia's fourth-round qualifiers. Reuters

A Victory Without a Goal

While there were no goals scored, the match was far from passive. Over 60,000 fans filled the stands, pushing the home team forward. Saudi Arabia led the group on goal difference after a strong 3-2 win over Indonesia earlier in the campaign. Reuters

Saudi attackers, especially Saleh Abu Al-Shamat, put pressure on the Iraqi defense throughout, while Nawaf Al-Aqidi, in goal for Saudi, made a critical injury-time save from a free kick by Hassan Abdulkareem. That stop preserved the draw and sealed qualification. Reuters

Meanwhile, Iraq’s goalkeeper Jalal Hassan showcased a series of key saves, thwarting moments from Salem Al-Dawsari, Nasser Al-Shehri, and others in Saudi’s front line. Despite his efforts, Iraq couldn’t break the deadlock. Reuters

Significance of the Qualification

This marks Saudi Arabia’s seventh World Cup appearance since their debut in 1994, reinforcing the Kingdom’s consistent presence on the global football stage. Reuters

For a team that has invested heavily in domestic leagues, infrastructure, talent recruitment, and coaching development, this qualification is a validation of long-term strategy. It also comes at a moment when Saudi football is trying to ramp up international credibility and competitiveness.

Tactical Notes & Match Context

  • Saudi’s strategy was cautious but controlled — they prioritized defensive solidity and counterattacks rather than all-out attack.

  • The midfield worked diligently to disrupt Iraqi build-ups, and the defensive line remained composed even under periodic Iraqi pressure.

  • Iraq’s approach shifted in the second half toward more urgency, but opportunities were limited by Saudi’s organization and key saves.

  • The timing of the goal difference advantage gave Saudi room to play conservatively in final minutes, preserving the draw.

What’s Next for Saudi Football

With qualification secured, the focus moves to preparations for 2026 — squad depth, balance of experienced versus young players, training camps, and scheduling high-level international friendlies. Saudi Arabia will aim to assemble a team capable of not just participating but competing.

The domestic momentum is strong. The Saudi Pro League has grown in prominence, attracting high-profile players and increasing standards. That infrastructure will support the national team, providing match fitness, exposure, and tactical growth.

Qualification also helps in building national pride and momentum for upcoming Saudi-hosted global events (such as Expo 2030), reinforcing the sports diplomacy narrative tied to Vision 2030.


References & Source
Source: Reuters — “Saudi Arabia earns draw with Iraq to secure World Cup berth.”
Link: https://www.reuters.com/sports/soccer/saudi-arabia-draw-with-iraq-qualify-2026-world-cup-2025-10-14/ Reuters