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Saudi Arabia Deploys 22,000 Staff And 88,000 Waste Units For Hajj
News Investigators/ Saudi authorities have announced the completion of extensive preparations for the Hajj season, deploying 22,000 workers, and 88,000 waste units. The deployment also includes smart technologies and operational systems aimed at improving safety, cleanliness and services for pilgrims across the holy sites. The preparations are part of an integrated operational plan overseen by
Saudi Arabia bridles at Trump’s way of waging war
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Saudi Arabia opens consultation on draft rules for real estate ownership by listed firms and funds
Saudi Arabia’s capital markets regulator has opened a public consultation on proposed rules governing real estate ownership by listed companies, investment funds and special purpose entities, including properties located in the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah. The Capital Market Authority invited relevant and interested participants in the capital market to submit feedback on the
Saudi Arabia begins construction of third runway at King Salman International Airport
Saudi Arabia has begun construction works on the third runway at King Salman International Airport, marking a major milestone in the expansion of Riyadh’s future aviation hub and strengthening the airport’s readiness to support long-term growth in air traffic demand. King Salman International Airport, a Public Investment Fund company, said the third runway is a
Saudi Arabia, Russia Sign Mutual Visa Exemption Agreement
Saudi Crown Prince and Russian President Saudi Arabia and Russia on Monday signed a landmark mutual visa exemption agreement for citizens of both countries, according to Gulf News. The two countries finalized the deal in Riyadh during the Saudi–Russian Investment and Business Forum, that brough together Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, Minister of Energy and Head
Saudi Arabia executes 17 people in 3 days
Saudi Arabia has executed 17 individuals in just three days, according to reports from state media on Monday the country’s fastest rate of capital punishment since March 2022, when 81 people were executed in a single day. The Saudi Press Agency confirmed that two Saudi nationals were executed on Monday for what were described as
Saudi Arabia Suspends Visa For Nigeria, 13 Other Countries Ahead Of 2025 Hajj | Details
Saudi Arabia has announced a temporary suspension on issuing new short-term visas including business visit visas (both single and multiple-entry), e-tourist visas, and family visit visas for citizens of 14 countries, including Nigeria. The moratorium, set to take effect on April 13, 2025, applies to nationals of India, Egypt, Pakistan, Yemen, Tunisia, Morocco, Jordan, Nigeria
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World Cup betting markets shift after Jordan Henderson’s bizarre celebration injury
Jordan Henderson, the 36-year-old England midfielder, will miss the remainder of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suffering a serious wrist and forearm injury during post-match celebrations on July 6. He wasn’t even playing when it happened. Henderson was an unused substitute in England’s dramatic 3-2 victory over Mexico in the round of 16. The
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Kraken’s World Cup debut and Brazil’s collapse: what crypto gets from the beautiful game
Brazil came into the 2026 World Cup as one of the tournament favorites. They left in the Round of 16, beaten 2-1 by Norway, undone in part by a tactical decision that raised eyebrows across the footballing world: deploying 34-year-old Casemiro as a central striker, a position he hadn’t occupied in years. Haaland scored both
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FIFA overturns Balogun’s red card, Trump intervenes for US World Cup match
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7424790/2026/07/06/folarin-balogun-red-belgium-explanation/ FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee has overturned the red card suspension of Folarin Balogun, a key player for the U.S. Men’s National Team, allowing him to participate in the upcoming Round of 16 match against Belgium. This decision, made under Article 27 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code, places Balogun on a one-year probationary period, enabling him
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UK Foreign Secretary Warns World Cannot Wait for ‘AI Hiroshima’ Before Acting
UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has warned that the world cannot wait for an AI equivalent of Hiroshima before acting, urging global powers to build consensus on artificial intelligence (AI) safety principles and standards. Cooper made the case in an essay, positioning Britain to lead international talks on the technology. ...