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Jack Draper set for mega Saudi Arabia payday as Six Kings Slam line-up confirmed
Daily Express
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August 6, 2025
British tennis star Jack Draper will compete at the Six Kings Slam with five other heavy hitters in Saudi Arabia later this year. It may only be an exhibition tournament but it comes with the biggest prize money pot of any tennis event on the...
For big tech, the future in Saudi Arabia lies in nurturing local expertise
Zawya
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Saudi Arabia’s accelerated transformation under Vision 2030 is rewriting the rules of business in the Kingdom. In this generational shift, IT is not just an enabler but a cornerstone of progress, at the heart of which lies the powerful nexus of...
Saudi Arabia unveils identity and theme for 95th National Day: ‘Our Pride is in Our Nature’
The Times of India
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August 5, 2025
The official branding includes a detailed guide with approved colors, fonts, slogans, patterns, and templates to ensure consistent use/ Image: GEA Saudi Arabia TL;DR Saudi Arabia’s 95th National Day will be celebrated on September 23, 2025. The...
LIV Golf to return to Saudi Arabia for season-opener in 2026
Golf Digest Middle East
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August 6, 2025
LIV Golf will return to Saudi Arabia to launch its 2026 season under the lights at LIV Golf Riyadh presented by ROSHN Group, taking place 5-7 February 2026 at Riyadh Golf Club. ROSHN Group, Saudi Arabia’s leading multi-asset class real estate...
Saudi Arabia revises unemployment target to 5% as IMF hails labor market transformation
Zawya
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RIYADH — The Saudi government has set a revised unemployment target of 5% following continued improvements in job creation and labor participation, as highlighted in the final International Monetary Fund (IMF) 2025 Article IV Consultation report....
MIDDLE EAST: Saudi Arabia’s Mawani and Petrotank sign deal to set up bunkering hub in Yanbu
Bunkerspot
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August 6, 2025
Details Written by Ariane Morrissey Published: 06 August 2025 The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) and the National Petroleum & Petrochemical Tank & Pipelines Company (Petrotank) have signed a land lease agreement to establish a shipping bunkering...
NioCorp Can Make America the "Saudi Arabia of Scandium," CEO Mark Smith Tells Fox Business' Maria Bartiromo
Corsicana Daily Sun - Texas
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Mr. Smith Says President Trump's Critical Minerals Policies are "Smart and Brave," Especially in Terms of Proposing Critical Minerals Price Supports × Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your...
Saudi Arabia to host major academic forum on Hajj and Two Holy Mosques history in November
The Times of India
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August 5, 2025
The forum will bring together experts from multiple disciplines to examine Hajj history and the Two Holy Mosques through research and technology/ Image: X In November 2025, a major academic forum focused on the history, culture, and architecture...
Less than one in five voters support investment in Britain from China or Saudi Arabia - as poll finds Reform UK supporters are the most protectionist
Daily Mail
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August 6, 2025
By GREG HEFFER, POLITICAL CORRESPONDENT Published: 07:50 EDT, 6 August 2025 | Updated: 08:56 EDT, 6 August 2025 Less than one in five voters support investment in Britain from China and Saudi Arabia, a new poll has shown. The survey showed just 17...
Saudi Arabia returns to two-semester school year
Gulf News
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Key highlights for the 1447/1448 academic year: First day of school: 1 Rabi’ Al Awwal 1447H Staff return: Public school teachers and administrators will resume work a few days earlier for preparations Regional flexibility: Students in Mecca,...
Saudi Arabia returns to two-term academic year starting 2025-2026
Zawya
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NEOM — The Saudi Cabinet has approved a return to a two-semester academic year for public schools starting in the 1447/1448 Hijri school year (2025–2026), while maintaining the previously approved long-term academic calendar framework through the...
The rise of football in Saudi Arabia
Meer
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August 6, 2025
Football in Saudi Arabia has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, both nationally and internationally. With a mix of talent, investment, and ambitious projects, the kingdom aspires to establish itself as a serious player in...
NFPA to highlight global fire safety at Intersec Saudi Arabia
Fire Buyer International
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August 5, 2025
Intersec Saudi Arabia, the premier industry platform for security, safety and fire protection, has formed a groundbreaking collaboration with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), which will be a highlight of this year’s Fire Protection...
Transfer window: Liverpool grant Darwin Núñez go-ahead for move to Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal
The Irish Times
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Liverpool have given Darwin Núñez permission to negotiate a move to the Saudi Pro League, with Al-Hilal close to finalising a fee for the Uruguay international. They remain in negotiations over a deal for the 26-year-old, who started eight Premier...
McDonald’s to facilitate large broiler production in Saudi Arabia
Poultry World
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August 6, 2025
McDonald’s has signed a partnership agreement with the Saudi Development Authority and Al Tanmiah Food Company aimed at supporting the quality of local poultry production and advancing the poultry sector in the Kingdom. As part of the agreement,...
NetApp Appoints Saeed Al-Zahrani as General Manager for Saudi Arabia
Channel Post Middle East & Africa
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August 6, 2025
NetApp has appointed Saeed Al-Zahrani as General Manager for Saudi Arabia to reinforce further its commitment to the Kingdom’s digital transformation agenda. In this role, Al-Zahrani will be responsible for driving NetApp’s local strategy,...
Liverpool 'reach agreement with Al-Hilal' over sale of £85m star - with player now 'left to decide whether he wants to make switch to Saudi Arabia'
Daily Mail
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August 6, 2025
CLICK HERE to watch the craziest and most dangerous 270km trip across the Arctic alongside Liverpool legend Sami Hyypia By HARRY BAMFORTH, LIVE SPORTS COVERAGE REPORTER Published: 07:02 EDT, 6 August 2025 | Updated: 08:16 EDT, 6 August 2025...
IMF Positive That US Tariff Impact On Saudi Arabia Is ‘Next To Zero’
The Global Economics
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August 6, 2025
The IMF commended Saudi Arabia for achieving record-low unemployment levels, bringing inflation under control and also managing to expand its non-oil sector amidst global economic volatility. In his bid to ‘protect’ and ‘strengthen’ the American...
Liverpool grant Darwin Núñez go-ahead for move to Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal
The Guardian
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August 6, 2025
Liverpool have given Darwin Núñez permission to negotiate a move to the Saudi Pro League, with Al-Hilal close to finalising a fee for the Uruguay international. They remain in negotiations over a deal for the 26-year-old, who started eight Premier...
Toray supplies membranes for eco-friendly Shuaibah 3 Desalination Plant in Saudi Arabia
Smart Water Magazine
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August 5, 2025
Toray Industries has supplied reverse osmosis (RO) membranes to the Shuaibah 3 IWP seawater desalination plant in Saudi Arabia through its subsidiary, Toray Membrane Middle East LLC, based in Dammam. The plant has a daily potable water production...