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Fresh scrutiny of free speech in Saudi Arabia after brothers’ convictions over tweets

Crown prince criticised ‘bad laws’ for Mohammed al-Ghamdi’s death sentence months before second conviction

The Guardian - UK · Jul 12, 2024

Paleo-Arabic inscription on rock was made by Prophet Muhammad's companion before he converted, study finds

The writing is only the second confirmed inscription whose attribution connects to Muhammad.

LiveScience · Jul 11, 2024

'Saudi Pro League isn't as easy as you'd think...' Former Premier League star highlights difficulties with playing in Middle East

The Saudi Pro League regularly comes in for criticism, but one former Premier League player believes it's unjustified

FourFourTwo · Jul 10, 2024

Manchester United give green light for big-money Saudi exit: report

Manchester United could see an experienced star head to Saudi Arabia

FourFourTwo · Jul 7, 2024

F1 team-mates' qualifying battles: British GP

After every F1 qualifying session, Motorsport.com publishes each team's qualifying record in terms of team-mate duels.

Motorsport · Jul 6, 2024

Esports World Cup In Saudi Arabia Raises Industry Concerns

Discover the Esports World Cup in Saudi Arabia with a million prize pool, attracting top teams and brands amidst controversies.

Top News · Jul 6, 2024

Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne 'agrees' bombshell Saudi Arabia move: report

Manchester City talisman Kevin De Bruyne has agreed a seismic exit from Europe, with City now looking for a replacement

FourFourTwo · Jul 6, 2024

A struggling people languishing across barren lands? No, evidence shows life in ancient Saudi Arabia was complex and thriving

To date, little has been known about people living in north-western Saudi Arabia during the Neolithic – the period traditionally defined by the shift to humans controlling food production and settling into communities with agriculture and domesticated animals.

The Conversation · Jul 5, 2024

Brazil's Bolsonaro indicted for alleged money laundering for undeclared diamonds from Saudi Arabia

The indictment of former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro for money laundering and criminal association in connection with undeclared diamonds from Saudi Arabia marked the far-right leader’s second formal accusation with more potentially in store

The Independent UK · Jul 5, 2024

Brazil police indict ex-President Bolsonaro for money laundering, criminal association, sources say

Brazilian police have indicted former President Jair Bolsonaro for money laundering and criminal association in connection with undeclared diamonds the far-right leader received from Saudi Arabia during his time in office, according to a source with knowledge of the accusations

The Independent UK · Jul 4, 2024