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#riyadh-comedy-festival
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago
World news

Comedians Called Out for Accepting Offers to Perform at Saudi Arabian Festival: They Have Slaves for F*ck's Sake!'

fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago
World news

Comedians Called Out for Accepting Offers to Perform at Saudi Arabian Festival: They Have Slaves for F*ck's Sake!'

World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 hours ago

Dave Chappelle Slams US Free Speech at Saudi Arabia Festival

Dave Chappelle headlined the Riyadh Comedy Festival, criticizing U.S. cancel culture while performing amid controversy over Saudi Arabia's human rights record.
US politics
fromConsequence
20 hours ago

Dave Chappelle Addresses Free Speech in US During Set at Saudi Arabia Comedy Fest

Dave Chappelle said speech felt freer in Riyadh than in America and warned of cancellation and government threats limiting expression.
World news
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

The Sad Spectacle of American Comedians Selling Out in Saudi Arabia

High-profile comedians performed at a Riyadh festival that softens Saudi Arabia's human-rights abuses through normalization and lavish pay to favorably portray the regime.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Bill Burr Torched for Defending Saudi Comedy Festival by Saying The Royals Loved the Show'

Bill Burr faced widespread backlash for defending his decision to perform at a Saudi government-run comedy festival amid concerns about censorship and human rights.
World news
fromDefector
3 days ago

What's A Dollar Really Worth To These Ghouls? | Defector

American sportswashing hypocrisy exists, yet Saudi Arabia's involvement in 9/11 and the murder of a journalist complicate moral equivalence.
World news
fromGameSpot
3 days ago

All The Gaming Companies Saudi Arabia Owns Or Has Invested In

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund and Savvy Games Group are expanding stakes across global gaming and esports, including a pending $55 billion acquisition of EA.
#human-rights
#comedy
Business
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 week ago

Saudi corporations drive sukuk and bond issuance amid strong demand - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Strong investor demand and broad issuer participation drive robust Saudi debt and sukuk issuance, providing efficient long-term funding and high-quality exposure.
World news
fromElite Traveler
2 weeks ago

A Journey Through Saudi Arabia's Next Chapter

Saudi Arabia is rapidly transforming through Vision 2030, expanding tourism, arts, and entertainment while balancing cultural change and international scrutiny.
#mutual-defense-pact
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Sports Podcaster Goes OFF on Embarrassing' US Leagues Partnering With Saudi Arabia

American sports partnerships with Saudi Arabia face criticism for enabling alleged sports-washing amid massive PIF investments and high-profile events involving Turki Alalshikh.
#tom-brady
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Tom Brady to play in Saudi flag football tournament alongside current and former NFL stars

The Fanatics Flag Football Classic on March 21 at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh also will include Saquon Barkley, CeeDee Lamb, Christian McCaffrey, Maxx Crosby and Rob Gronkowski, among others. Las Vegas' Pete Carroll, Denver's Sean Payton and San Francisco's Kyle Shanahan will be the coaches. Brady is partnering with Turki Alalshikh, chairman of the Saudi General Entertainment Authority, to promote the event. Fox Sports will televise the tournament, and comedian Kevin Hart will be the host.
National Football League
Television
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

WWE taking WrestleMania 43 to Riyadh in 2027

WrestleMania will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in 2027, the first time the event takes place outside North America.
#911
fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago
World news

Federal judge in NYC lets case against Saudi Arabia for 9/11 terrorist attacks advance | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago
World news

Federal judge in NYC lets case against Saudi Arabia for 9/11 terrorist attacks advance | amNewYork

UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Boris Johnson sought business with Saudi officials he had met while PM

Boris Johnson used Downing Street contacts to pitch a consultancy, Better Earth, to Saudi officials, raising potential breaches of post-ministerial lobbying rules.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Saudi Arabia announces Damascus area reconstruction project to clear rubble

KSRelief will clear 75,000 cubic metres of rubble in Damascus and rebuild 34 schools, dozens of bakeries, and essential water and sewage infrastructure across Syria.
fromwww.caughtoffside.com
4 weeks ago

Yves Bissouma urged to leave Tottenham this summer

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Yves Bissouma has been linked with a move away from the club in recent weeks. The 29-year-old has fallen down the pecking order since the arrival of the Portuguese International Joao Palhinha earlier this summer. He was expected to leave the club before the transfer deadline day, but a move did not materialise. West Ham wanted to sign Bissouma.
Soccer (FIFA)
Humor
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Comedian Tim Dillon Makes Clear Saudi Arabia Is Paying Him Enough Money to Look the Other Way'

Tim Dillon accepted a high-paying Riyadh Comedy Festival gig and defended doing so, stating the payment justified 'looking the other way' on Saudi human rights concerns.
fromAxios
1 month ago

Judge rejects Saudi Arabia's bid to dismiss 9/11 families lawsuit

most consequential step yet in the families' pursuit of justice,
World news
World news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Saudi Arabia executes man over protests attended as a 15 year old

Saudi Arabia executed a man for alleged crimes committed at 15 amid family executions and allegations of torture and political repression.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

$3.4 billion': Reporter Tells MSNBC Trump Family Turning Down No Opportunity' For Cash Since Taking Office

Kirkpatrick estimated that the family has raked in more than $3 billion dollars since the start of Donald Trump's second term, with significant earnings linked to foreign investments.
US politics
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Six great reads: a Saudi weapons scandal, five weeks with David Lammy and the expert who became the patient

A British man's investigation into financial irregularities in Saudi Arabia reveals a decades-long scheme involving high-level government oversight.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Saudi Arabia's Debt Surges to $225 Billion, 4 Times Iran & Iraq Combined

A country's war chest seems to be one of the most valuable assets when entering a conflict or being prepared to enter one.
US politics
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 month ago

Newcastle United owners' grander Saudi plans revealed as fans ponder reality of Tyneside project

Since the acquisition by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Newcastle United finds itself at a crossroads with executive instability, lack of transfers, and overlooked projects.
Soccer (FIFA)
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Very British bribery: the whistleblower who exposed the UK's dodgy arms deals with Saudi Arabia

Ian Foxley faced a sudden ultimatum at work in Saudi Arabia, prompting his escape due to concerns for his safety.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Why is Saudi Arabia leading push for Palestinian statehood? DW 08/06/2025

Saudi Arabia is leading efforts for international recognition of a Palestinian state through diplomacy and coalition building.
fromArchitectural Digest
2 years ago

Jeddah Tower: Everything You Need to Know About the Soon-to-Be World's Tallest Skyscraper

Jeddah Tower construction has restarted, with expectations of completion within four to five years. Builders have finished about a third of the tower, totaling over 40% of the final build.
Design
#israel
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Gulf states anxious about being drawn into Israel-Iran fight DW 06/13/2025

Saudi Arabia condemns Israel's attack on Iran while balancing regional relationships amid complex geopolitics.
Travel
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 months ago

Desert Rock Resort in Saudi Arabia Delivers Awe-Inspiring Luxury in the Mountains | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Desert Rock Resort offers a unique luxury experience integrated into the landscape of Saudi Arabia's Tabuk Province.
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

The Middle East Is Getting a New Budget Airline

Saudi Arabia has officially granted an operating license to a new budget carrier, which will be headquartered at King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, set to serve 24 domestic and 57 international destinations by 2030.
Travel
#syria
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Real estate

Saudi Arabia pledges $2.9bn for Syria infrastructure, part of wider package

Saudi Arabia is investing $3bn in Syrian infrastructure to support the new government post-Assad.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
US news

Saudi Arabia says it will jointly fund Syria state salaries with Qatar

Saudi Arabia and Qatar are providing financial support to Syria to stabilize its economy and public sector after years of conflict.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

Saudi Arabia says it will jointly fund Syria state salaries with Qatar

Saudi Arabia and Qatar are providing financial support to Syria to stabilize its economy and public sector after years of conflict.
#apple
Chelsea
fromwww.caughtoffside.com
2 months ago

20m asking price set: Chelsea star put up for sale as London transfer touted

Raheem Sterling is reportedly available for sale from Chelsea for 20 million after a loan season at Arsenal.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

2026 FIFA World Cup: Qatar, Saudi Arabia AFC qualifiers revealed

The draw for the fourth round of AFC qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup revealed the six teams vying for places in the expanded tournament.
Soccer (FIFA)
#son-heung-min
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Grand prizes, big names: 2nd Esports World Cup starts in Riyadh

"It's the sheer scale that's unheard of. Esports is just at the start of its tenure and it's there to grow to become one of the biggest sports in the world in the next decades."
Video games
#club-world-cup
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

How have global football fans embraced Club World Cup?

The newly expanded Club World Cup attracted significant attention in Saudi Arabia despite European skepticism and empty seats at venues.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Fifa, the Club World Cup and Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia's investment in the Club World Cup may distort domestic leagues and competitive balance.
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Team Liquid 'Disappointed' CEO's Story About Growing Up Gay Was Censored From Esports Documentary In Saudi Arabia

The documentary, following Team Liquid in the Riyadh-based Esports World Cup, faced censorship in Saudi Arabia, where segments about its inclusive values were removed.
SF LGBT
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Iran's FM Araghchi, Saudi Crown Prince MBS hold fruitful' talks in Jeddah

This visit by Abbas Araghchi marks a significant step in Iran-Saudi relations following the recent intense conflict with Israel, indicating a continued effort for diplomatic engagement between the two nations.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Saudi Arabia executing horrifying' number of foreigners for drug crimes

"Almost 600 people have been executed over the past decade for drug-related offences, three-quarters of whom were foreign nationals from countries including Pakistan, Syria, Yemen, Nigeria and Egypt."
US politics
Manchester United
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Saudi Arabia's great soccer experiment is paying off spectacularly at the Club World Cup

Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal beats Manchester City 4-3 in the Club World Cup, marking a pivotal moment in the kingdom's soccer ambitions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo's 492m Saudi deal: two cynical regimes form a strategic alliance | Jonathan Liew

Al-Nassr's ambitious financial commitment of an estimated 492 million to Cristiano Ronaldo over two years illustrates the huge economic stakes involved in global football.
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Why are Saudi Arabia playing in the Concacaf Gold Cup?

Saudi Arabia will participate in the 2025 and 2027 Gold Cups, broadening the tournament's inclusion of international teams.
English Premier League
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

ECB joins forces with BCCI to thwart new Saudi Arabia-backed T20 competition

The ECB and BCCI are collaborating to block a Saudi-backed global T20 league.
The new league aims to establish a robust competitive structure with significant financial backing.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

A Saudi journalist tweeted against the government and was executed for high treason'

Saudi journalist Turki al-Jasser was executed, reflecting the dangerous climate for dissenters in the Kingdom regarding national security.
#boxing
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
MMA

Canelo Alvarez to face Terence Crawford in Netflix-streamed Las Vegas megafight

The highly anticipated fight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford is scheduled for 13 September 2023 in Las Vegas, set to stream globally.
fromsportslens.com
4 months ago
MMA

Teofimo Lopez vs Devin Haney OFFICIAL For August 16 In Saudi

Teofimo Lopez and Devin Haney's super-fight is officially scheduled for August 16 in Saudi Arabia.
MMA
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Canelo Alvarez to face Terence Crawford in Netflix-streamed Las Vegas megafight

The highly anticipated fight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford is scheduled for 13 September 2023 in Las Vegas, set to stream globally.
#bayern-munich
fromBavarian Football Works
3 months ago
Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich winger Kingsley Coman wants Saudi Arabia transfer

Kingsley Coman is likely to leave Bayern Munich, potentially heading to Saudi Arabia or England.
fromBavarian Football Works
4 months ago
Bayern Munich

Report: Bayern Munich's Kim Min-jae could be open to Saudi Arabia move, but no offers yet

Kim Min-jae's potential move to Saudi Arabia is still possible, depending on Bayern Munich's transfer decisions.
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

Why Is Trump Suddenly Sidelining Israel?

Trump's first foreign trip as president highlights an unusual focus on Gulf states rather than traditional allies, emphasizing investment opportunities for American businesses and his organization.
US politics
fromTheartnewspaper
3 months ago

Saudi Arabia helps cultural businesses reach global audiences

The CDF aims to transform Saudi Arabia's rich handicrafts traditions into sustainable businesses that promote community growth and enhance innovation in handicraft industries.
Arts
Health
fromeuronews
3 months ago

More than 1.5 million foreign pilgrims are in Saudi Arabia for Hajj

This year's Hajj sees over 1.5 million foreign pilgrims, reflecting a decline from pre-pandemic attendance figures.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
3 months ago

FIFA inks latest Saudi deal, as PIF backs Club WC

FIFA secures significant partnership with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund for the Club World Cup, highlighting the growing influence of Saudi investments in sports.
Exercise
fromeuronews
3 months ago

Video. Pilgrims begin Hajj in Mecca amid heat and new restrictions

Pilgrims are carrying out traditional rituals amid extreme heat and stricter regulations.
Caution is emphasized with high temperatures and the banning of certain age groups from participating.
#hajj
fromSoccer News
3 months ago

Bitesize Prediction: Bahrain vs Saudi Arabia - 05/06/25 - Soccer News

Facing a must-win World Cup qualifier, Saudi Arabia looks to capitalize on Bahrain's struggles, as they seek to secure their position in the tournament.
Arsenal
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Unions from 36 countries protest over treatment of migrant workers in Saudi Arabia

Trade unions from 36 countries have filed a complaint with the International Labour Organisation over the treatment of migrant workers in Saudi Arabia.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromtime.com
3 months ago

Hajj Begins With World's Largest Air Conditioner, Surveillance Drones, and a Ban on Children

The changes represent the most significant transformation of pilgrimage access in modern history, reflecting a major shift in how Hajj is approached and conducted.
Travel
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
3 months ago

diriyah art futures opens call for its emerging new media artists programme on UNESCO site

The Emerging New Media Artists Programme at Diriyah Art Futures focuses on emerging digital talents, inviting them to innovate and collaborate in a supportive environment.
Arts
#bruno-fernandes
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Manchester United

Bruno Fernandes reveals he rejected Saudi Arabia move to stay at the highest level'

Bruno Fernandes prioritizes playing at a high competitive level over a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Manchester United

Man Utd's Fernandes confirms he has rejected Saudi Pro League move

Bruno Fernandes rejected a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia to continue playing for Manchester United, prioritizing competitive football.
Manchester United
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

Man Utd's Fernandes confirms he has rejected Saudi Pro League move

Bruno Fernandes rejected a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia to continue playing for Manchester United, prioritizing competitive football.
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

An early Joby Aviation backer might soon be its biggest distributor in Saudi Arabia | TechCrunch

A question that folks have asked is, how are you going to monetize, and how quickly is that going to happen? I think what this shows is that with direct sales, there is a way to get to scale earlier for lower cost by thinking about distributor partners in given geographies.
European startups
NYC startup
fromSocial Media Today
4 months ago

X Launches New Chat Experience in Beta, a Precursor to X Payments

New York rejected X's payment processing request due to its ties with Saudi Arabia and concerns over human rights issues.
Liverpool FC
fromESPN.com
4 months ago

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool duo Darwin Nunez and Luis Diaz wanted by Saudi clubs

Liverpool players Díaz and Núñez, alongside Bruno Fernandes from Manchester United, are linked with Saudi clubs amidst ongoing transfer speculation.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal target Liverpool duo Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez

Luis Diaz is drawing interest from Saudi club Al-Nassr, amid ongoing talks regarding Liverpool's strategic player acquisitions for the summer.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Laptops, iPhones 'Made in Saudi Arabia': Hype or reality? DW 05/28/2025

"Saudi Arabia should be sending their trade representatives to the Trump administration right now, asking, 'what was China providing you? Tell us what it is and we will make it in Saudi Arabia'."
European startups
fromESPN.com
4 months ago

Inzaghi denies Inter exit talks ahead of UCL final

Inzaghi noted, 'It's the same thing every year... luckily there are requests... But I think it would be crazy right now to think about that.'
Juventus
#geoguessr
fromKotaku
4 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

GeoGuessr Bails On Controversial Saudi Tournament After Map Makers Revolt: 'When You Tell Us We've Got It Wrong We Take It Seriously'

fromVG247
4 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Geoguessr pulls out of the Esports World Cup following mass protest from map creators and community alike

fromKotaku
4 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

GeoGuessr Bails On Controversial Saudi Tournament After Map Makers Revolt: 'When You Tell Us We've Got It Wrong We Take It Seriously'

fromVG247
4 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Geoguessr pulls out of the Esports World Cup following mass protest from map creators and community alike

fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Trump helps Gulf states become AI powers amid China fears DW 05/21/2025

The collective presence of key tech leaders at a Saudi lunch underscores the significant AI funding deals announced during President Trump's Middle East visit, worth billions.
Artificial intelligence
fromIntelligencer
4 months ago

Elon Musk Is Making a Killing Off Trump's Foreign Policy

For axing the parts of the federal bureaucracy he didn't like, Musk has earned a cush second act - as the recipient of sweetheart deals from foreign governments looking to gain favor with the president.
US politics
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