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Saudi tourists injured in go-kart accident

PHUKET: Four tourists from Saudi Arabia, three adults and a child, were slightly injured after a go-kart they were riding rammed into a power post in Muang district of this southern island resort province on Sunday, the Tambon Chalong Municipality said in an announcement.

Bangkok Post

MPs accepted 'shameful' trips and gifts from states fighting in Yemen war

MPS have accepted £828,211 in the form of all-expenses-paid trips funded by states in a Saudi-led coalition fighting in Yemen’s war since 2015,…

The National (Scotland)

Invitation list spurs awkward diplomatic dance ahead of queen’s funeral

LONDON — Ever get an invitation to an event and wonder who didn’t make the cut? Or how close you’re sitting to the host? Or who else is at your table?

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Intl. Companies Intend to Invest in AI, Robotics in Saudi Arabia

Major international companies intend to invest in artificial intelligence and robotics in Saudi Arabia, senior investors told Asharq Al-Awsat. AI Investor Abdullah bin Zaid Al-Meleihi said that Saudi Arabia aims at establishing 400 startup companies in artificial intelligence. He added that the Kingdom was seeking to provide a more attractive…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Germany... a 'Turning Point' towards the Gulf

The Ukrainian war awakened Germany from its long slumber.

Asharq Al-Awsat

‘We wouldn’t put Charles on a bus’: Gulf royals balk at Queen’s funeral protocol

The monarchies are hopeful of stronger UK ties under King Charles, but plans for the ceremony have not gone down well

The Guardian - UK

‘Stain on Queen’s memory’: Saudi crown prince’s planned visit condemned

Campaigners including Hatice Cengiz, fiancee of murdered journalist Jamal Khashoggi, condemn plan

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Saudi Arabia Inaugurates Stage of Transition to Digital World Economies

After Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced the National Gaming and Esports Strategy on Thursday, Saudi Arabia is set to launch a serious transformation phase towards the economies of the gaming industry. The Strategy aims to contribute to the Kingdom’s GDP by about SAR 50 billion ($13.3 billion) directly and…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Over the Course of Seven Years, KSrelief Provides Urgent Aid in 86 Countries

In an inauguration speech for the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) on May 13, 2015, Saudi Arabia’s King Salman said: “Our goal and mission will be to strive to make this Center based on the human dimension, away from any other motives, in cooperation with accredited international…

Asharq Al-Awsat

What is Neom and why are ads for the futuristic Saudi Arabian city all over social media?

The linear megacity will be within Neom, the ambitious urban development project already announced. But who will pay for it?

ABC News

Here’s the USMNT roster for their last pre-World Cup matches in September

Here's the roster ahead of friendlies against Japan and Saudi Arabia.

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Shane Lowry hits out at 'absolutely disgusting' amounts of money in golf

The Offaly man also spoke of his regrets after saying “I’m a golfer, not a politician” when asked about playing in Saudi Arabia

Irish Mirror

Snooker tour 'crying out' for China return says Mark Allen

“There was talk of a big Saudi Arabia event a couple of years ago with a £500,000 top prize, the same as the World Championship, but that’s gone silent as well."

Belfast Live

Saudi Crown Prince Launches National Gaming and Esports Strategy

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Council for Economic and Development Affairs, unveiled the National Gaming and Esports Strategy that marks the beginning of a new era toward leading the gaming sector and making the Kingdom a global hub…

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Saudi Consumer Prices up 3% in August

Saudi Arabia’s consumer price index rose 3% in August from a year earlier, official data showed on Thursday, accelerating from a 2.7% pace in July. Food and beverages and transport prices were again the main driver of inflation in August, both rising 4%, the General Authority for Statistics said in…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Arabia to Employ AI in Farms

Several Saudi companies signed Wednesday local and international agreements and memoranda of understanding (MoU) on the sidelines of the second edition of the Global AI Summit in Riyadh. The Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the ministry and Tata for consultancy services in…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Arabia to Establish World's First ‘Sustainability Center’ Using AI

The Saudi Deputy Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Mansour bin Hilal Al-Mushaiti revealed that Google has reached an agreement with Saudi Arabia to help implement Artificial Intelligence (AI) sustainable solutions and cutting-edge technologies in the Kingdom. The Saudi Authority for Data and Artificial Intelligence (SDAIA), in partnership with the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Ministry Signs Infrastructure Financing Deals Worth $6 Billion

Saudi Arabia’s finance ministry has signed financing agreements with local banks worth SAR25 billion ($6.65 billion) to fund infrastructure projects due to start in 2023-2024, the National Debt Management Center said on Wednesday. Saudi Arabia’s planned projects come in line with the ministry’s goal to enable and support strategic infrastructure…

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Sports Illustrated

Photos: USMNT’s New 2022 World Cup Kits Revealed by Nike

The USMNT will debut its new uniforms during the upcoming camp that includes friendlies vs. Japan and Saudi Arabia.

The Independent UK

Human rights groups sound alarm over Tory foreign minister’s links to repressive Gulf states

Leo Docherty has accepted over £30,000 in hospitality from countries such as Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait and the UAE since 2017

Sports Illustrated

Who’s In? Who’s Out? USMNT’s Last Squad Before the World Cup

The U.S. will play fellow Qatar-bound sides Japan and Saudi Arabia later this month, with an eye on final World Cup preparations and player evaluations.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Arabia Leads Regional AI through Laboratory, Global Development Corridor

Saudi Arabia hosted the second edition of the Global AI Summit under the patronage of Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, who also chairs the Board of Directors of the Saudi Authority for Data and Artificial Intelligence (SDAIA). During the summit, the Saudi Company for Artificial Intelligence (SCAI) announced…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Arabia Supports Plans for Integration of Culture to Promote Sustainability, Development

Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan said on Tuesday that Saudi Arabia supports plans for integration of culture as part of the global efforts to promote sustainability and development. His comments came during the 3rd day of the four-day meeting of G20 culture ministers in Borobudur,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Digital Cooperation Organization Adopts Riyadh AI Declaration

Member states of the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) agreed Tuesday to adopt the Riyadh AI Call for Action Declaration (RAICA), which seeks to use AI technology to benefit people, communities, nations, and the world. The declaration, announced at Saudi Arabia’s Second Global AI Summit, was signed by all members of…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Arabia Sends Relief Airlift to Support Pakistan’s Flood Victims

Saudi advisor to the Royal Court and general supervisor of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) Dr.

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