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Why more people are choosing to move to Saudi Arabia
From safety and housing to transport and green spaces, Saudi Arabia\'s quality-of-life improvements are driving more people to live and work in the Kingdom.
https://cdn.saudigazette.com.sa/article/657518/SAUDI-ARABIA/Why-more-people-are-choosing-to-move-to-Saudi-Arabia
NIC Chief: Absher platform demonstrates integration of data, AI in serving people
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https://cdn.saudigazette.com.sa/article/657524/SAUDI-ARABIA/NIC-Chief-Absher-platform-demonstrates-integration-of-data-AI-in-serving-people
US announces $11bn weapons sale to Taiwan
7 hours ago
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Saudi FM reviews bilateral relations with Korean and Brunei counterparts in phone calls
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Saudi FM reviews bilateral relations with Korean and Brunei counterparts in phone calls
Saudi Arabia
Al-Bassami unveils plan to expand 911 to all Saudi regions
December 18, 2025
Al-Bassami unveils plan to expand 911 to all Saudi regions
Saudi government offers Riyadh residential plots at up to 84% below market prices
December 18, 2025
Saudi government offers Riyadh residential plots at up to 84% below market prices
What does Saudi Arabia’s decision to scrap the expat levy mean for industry?
December 18, 2025
What does Saudi Arabia’s decision to scrap the expat levy mean for industry?
Saudi Arabia, India agree on mutual short-stay visa exemption
December 18, 2025
Saudi Arabia, India agree on mutual short-stay visa exemption
‘Camel birds’ return to Saudi desert after almost 100 years
December 18, 2025
‘Camel birds’ return to Saudi desert after almost 100 years
Heavy rain forecast for Riyadh and Diriyah prompts shift to remote learning on Thursday
December 18, 2025
Heavy rain forecast for Riyadh and Diriyah prompts shift to remote learning on Thursday
Opinion
Trump’s Riyadh visit: A signal of global recalibration
By Sultan Al-Saad Al-Qahtani
Trump’s Riyadh visit: A signal of global recalibration
Before President Donald Trump’s plane even touched down in Riyadh, the world stood at a decisive crossroads—caught...
Preventive justice through unified legal contract
By Dr. Sami Alrashidi
Preventive justice through unified legal contract
The premise that legal modernization requires dramatic reform is both overstated and misread. In many cases, the more...
The Arabian way: Rethinking power through peace and partnership
By Manar Al Mahmood
The Arabian way: Rethinking power through peace and partnership
“My preference will always be for peace and partnership,” US President Donald Trump affirmed in Riyadh during the first...
The strategic shifts behind Saudi Crown Prince’s visit to Washington
By Firas Tarabulsi
The strategic shifts behind Saudi Crown Prince’s visit to Washington
Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman’s recent visit to Washington was not an event that fits within...
The Saudi Arabia you’ve never been told about
By Salah Alghaydan*
The Saudi Arabia you’ve never been told about
In 2010, I was living in the United States for my studies, surrounded by people who welcomed me with a kindness I will never...
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Farasan Archipelago: Saudi Arabia’s largest island cluster and a haven of biodiversity
Farasan Archipelago: Saudi Arabia’s largest island cluster and a haven of biodiversity
Bayada Island: A pristine escape off the coast of Jeddah
Bayada Island: A pristine escape off the coast of Jeddah
Taif emerges as a sanctuary for Arabian horse heritage
Taif emerges as a sanctuary for Arabian horse heritage
Al-Daqal Castle: A timeless sentinel in the mountains of Abha
Al-Daqal Castle: A timeless sentinel in the mountains of Abha
Hadiyah Castle served pilgrims as a key stop and water source
Hadiyah Castle served pilgrims as a key stop and water source
Al Qabil Village: An oasis of ancient palms and historic mud homes in Najran
Al Qabil Village: An oasis of ancient palms and historic mud homes in Najran
Saudi Arabia's team at the Olympics
Saudi Arabia's team at the Olympics
PIF announces “Wadi Al Disah Development Project” in Mohammed bin Salman Natural Reserve
PIF announces “Wadi Al Disah Development Project” in Mohammed bin Salman Natural Reserve
New female chiefs ready to take up roles beyond women’s affairs
New female chiefs ready to take up roles beyond women’s affairs
Expat wins first prize in Qur'an memorization contest
Expat wins first prize in Qur'an memorization contest
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Google to pay Texas $1.4 billion to settle claims over unauthorized data collection
Google to pay Texas $1.4 billion to settle claims over unauthorized data collection
Former US congressman George Santos sentenced to over 7 years for fraud and identity theft
Former US congressman George Santos sentenced to over 7 years for fraud and identity theft
Death toll from Typhoon Trami rises to 81 in the Philippines as relief efforts ramp up
Death toll from Typhoon Trami rises to 81 in the Philippines as relief efforts ramp up
Twitter to remove 1.5 billion inactive accounts: Elon Musk
Twitter to remove 1.5 billion inactive accounts: Elon Musk
Iraq will adopt a balanced external policy — new prime minister
Iraq will adopt a balanced external policy — new prime minister
Rescuers find 10 more survivors of sunken boat in Indonesia
Rescuers find 10 more survivors of sunken boat in Indonesia
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Myanmar’s junta charges hundreds with breaking election law as voting date nears
December 18, 2025
Myanmar’s junta charges hundreds with breaking election law as voting date nears
Elon Musk ally Jared Isaacman confirmed as Nasa chief
December 18, 2025
Elon Musk ally Jared Isaacman confirmed as Nasa chief
Dan Bongino stepping down as FBI deputy director
December 18, 2025
Dan Bongino stepping down as FBI deputy director
Trump announces 'warrior dividend' payments for troops
December 18, 2025
Trump announces 'warrior dividend' payments for troops
New US strike on alleged drug boat in eastern Pacific kills four as tensions with Venezuela rise
December 18, 2025
New US strike on alleged drug boat in eastern Pacific kills four as tensions with Venezuela rise
French interior ministry targeted in massive cyberattack, minister confirms
December 18, 2025
French interior ministry targeted in massive cyberattack, minister confirms
Australian PM announces crackdown on hate speech after Bondi shooting
December 18, 2025
Australian PM announces crackdown on hate speech after Bondi shooting
World
Spain to open network of climate shelters
December 18, 2025
Spain to open network of climate shelters
America
Rob Reiner's family breaks silence as son Nick faces judge on murder charges
December 18, 2025
Rob Reiner's family breaks silence as son Nick faces judge on murder charges
America
Ghislaine Maxwell asks court to vacate her 20-year prison sentence
December 18, 2025
Ghislaine Maxwell asks court to vacate her 20-year prison sentence
World
Heavy rains worsen conditions for displaced Gazans, UN warns
December 18, 2025
Heavy rains worsen conditions for displaced Gazans, UN warns
Business
AlUla Development Company appoints John Pagano as managing director
AlUla Development Company, a PIF firm, has appointed John Pagano as managing director to lead its next growth phase and advance AlUla\'s development.
AlUla Development Company appoints John Pagano as managing director
HONOR unveils HONOR Magic8 Pro in Saudi Arabia with a flagship launch event at The Arena, Riyadh
December 18, 2025
HONOR unveils HONOR Magic8 Pro in Saudi Arabia with a flagship launch event at The Arena, Riyadh
stc group subsidiary center3 and HUMAIN announce JV partnership to develop data centers supporting up to 1 GW of AI workloads in Saudi Arabia
December 18, 2025
stc group subsidiary center3 and HUMAIN announce JV partnership to develop data centers supporting up to 1 GW of AI workloads in Saudi Arabia
Starbucks opens first Sign Language Stores in Saudi Arabia with Liajlehum, advancing inclusion and opportunity
December 17, 2025
Starbucks opens first Sign Language Stores in Saudi Arabia with Liajlehum, advancing inclusion and opportunity
BUSINESS
Al Salama Hospital expands partnership with Elevatus for three years to advance healthcare recruiting
December 16, 2025
Al Salama Hospital expands partnership with Elevatus for three years to advance healthcare recruiting
Sahm Capital hosts its first investment summit in Riyadh, spotlighting vision 2030 and shifting global markets
December 16, 2025
Sahm Capital hosts its first investment summit in Riyadh, spotlighting vision 2030 and shifting global markets
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Absher carries out over 38 million electronic transactions in November
December 15, 2025
Absher carries out over 38 million electronic transactions in November
SAUDI ARABIA
Riyadh schools suspend in-person classes Monday due to weather alert
December 14, 2025
Riyadh schools suspend in-person classes Monday due to weather alert
Saudi Arabia revokes expat fee for industrial workers
December 17, 2025
Saudi Arabia revokes expat fee for industrial workers
sports
Saudi Arabia U-23 lift Gulf Cup title with win over Iraq
December 16, 2025
Saudi Arabia U-23 lift Gulf Cup title with win over Iraq
Saudi Arabia complete preparations for Jordan clash in Arab Cup semifinals
December 14, 2025
Saudi Arabia complete preparations for Jordan clash in Arab Cup semifinals
Al Qadsiah part ways with head coach Michel Gonzalez
December 15, 2025
Al Qadsiah part ways with head coach Michel Gonzalez
Saudi Arabia exit Arab Cup after semi-final loss to Jordan
December 16, 2025
Saudi Arabia exit Arab Cup after semi-final loss to Jordan
Al Qadsiah appoint Brendan Rodgers as head coach in landmark move
December 16, 2025
Al Qadsiah appoint Brendan Rodgers as head coach in landmark move
Sports
Mohamed Salah says Liverpool have “thrown him under the bus” as relationship with Slot collapses
December 07, 2025
Mohamed Salah says Liverpool have “thrown him under the bus” as relationship with Slot collapses
Sports
Who are the early favourites for the 2026 World Cup? Form, data and draw analysis
December 06, 2025
Who are the early favourites for the 2026 World Cup? Form, data and draw analysis
Sports
Saudi Arabia advance to Arab Cup quarterfinals with 3-1 win over Comoros
December 06, 2025
Saudi Arabia advance to Arab Cup quarterfinals with 3-1 win over Comoros
Sports
Saudi Arabia drawn with Spain, Uruguay and Cape Verde in 2026 World Cup Group H
December 06, 2025
Saudi Arabia drawn with Spain, Uruguay and Cape Verde in 2026 World Cup Group H
Esports
Abu Omar secures spot at Team Falcons x Fatal Fury: Road to Pro tournament
May 04, 2025
Abu Omar secures spot at Team Falcons x Fatal Fury: Road to Pro tournament
Virtus.pro rebuilds Dota 2 roster with Chimera Esports players
April 20, 2025
Virtus.pro rebuilds Dota 2 roster with Chimera Esports players
Lynn Vision withdraws from PGL Astana qualifier, exposing VRS system flaw
April 20, 2025
Lynn Vision withdraws from PGL Astana qualifier, exposing VRS system flaw
Jarno Opmeer claims 2025 F1 Sim Racing World Championship
April 20, 2025
Jarno Opmeer claims 2025 F1 Sim Racing World Championship
Hanwha Life Esports enters LCK 2025 as clear favorite after Media Day buzz
April 20, 2025
Hanwha Life Esports enters LCK 2025 as clear favorite after Media Day buzz
Women make up 20% of e-sports players in Saudi Arabia
April 08, 2025
Women make up 20% of e-sports players in Saudi Arabia
Everything you need to know about VCT Pacific Stage One 2025
March 26, 2025
Everything you need to know about VCT Pacific Stage One 2025
Life
Indian scientists predict how bird flu could spread to humans
For years, scientists have warned that bird flu — better known as H5N1 — could one day make the dangerous leap from birds to humans and trigger a global health crisis.
Indian scientists predict how bird flu could spread to humans
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AlUla Development Company appoints John Pagano as managing director
HONOR unveils HONOR Magic8 Pro in Saudi Arabia with a flagship launch event at The Arena, Riyadh
stc group subsidiary center3 and HUMAIN announce JV partnership to develop data centers supporting up to 1 GW of AI workloads in Saudi Arabia
Starbucks opens first Sign Language Stores in Saudi Arabia with Liajlehum, advancing inclusion and opportunity
Al Salama Hospital expands partnership with Elevatus for three years to advance healthcare recruiting
Sahm Capital hosts its first investment summit in Riyadh, spotlighting vision 2030 and shifting global markets
Absher carries out over 38 million electronic transactions in November
Riyadh schools suspend in-person classes Monday due to weather alert
Saudi Arabia revokes expat fee for industrial workers