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Saudi Arabia 1st Among Arab States, 30th Globally in Quality of Scientific Research

The Kingdom’s education is the best among Arab countries and ranked 30th globally, according to the British ‘Nature Index’ that assesses countries, universities, and public and private institutions’ performance and the quality of their scientific research each year. The Kingdom’s ranking is based on the number of scientific journal articles…

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Saudi crown prince to visit Egypt June 20 on regional tour - sources

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will visit Egypt on June 20 as part of a regional tour that includes stops in Jordan and Turkey, two diplomatic sources said on Saturday.

Reuters

‘Frankly quite stupid’: rights groups condemn Biden’s Saudi Arabia visit

Critics question value of US president’s visit, raising fears it will endanger dissidents and legitimise regime’s human rights stance

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Biden coup buoys Saudi crown prince after five years at helm

Riyadh (AFP) - Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has long been sidelined on the world stage but as he prepares to mark five years as de facto leader, he is finally coming in from the cold.

AFP

Flying blind: US accuses itself of selling weapons for Yemen war without assessing civilian harm

Audit by watchdog says US officials fail to follow through on the civilian impact of military sales to Saudi Arabia and UAE

The Independent UK

Saudi Arabian authorities seize rainbow toys for 'promoting homosexuality'

Authorities in Saudi Arabia seize any rainbow-coloured toys and clothing for promoting homosexuality, according to Saudi state TV.

ABC News

Israel hopes Biden trip helps improve ties with Saudi Arabia

Arab countries have refused to forge ties with Israel, which has illegally occupied the Palestinian territories.

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Israel hopes Biden trip helps tighten ties with Saudi Arabia

Israel hopes President Joe Biden’s visit to the region next month will bolster its efforts to normalize relations with Saudi Arabia

The Independent UK

Biden gambles there's more to gain by courting Saudis

Washington (AFP) - Making an about-face by visiting Saudi Arabia, US President Joe Biden is betting he has more to gain than lose even as rights activists accuse him of selling his soul to oil.

AFP

Biden signals US-Saudi thaw with prince meeting on Mideast trip

Washington (AFP) - US President Joe Biden will meet with Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman next month, abandoning efforts to ostracize the kingdom's de facto leader over the horrific murder of a dissident.

AFP

US officials confirm Biden to visit Saudi Arabia, meet MBS

US president will make first Middle East visit next month, with stops in Israel, occupied West Bank, and Saudi Arabia.

Al Jazeera

Man forced to sleep in car as 4-month passport wait stops him flying to dream job

Michael Jones, 25, has ended up in hospital with a chest infection which he attributes to sleeping in his car and he could lose the new job offer in a top university in Saudi Arabia

Daily Mirror

Eddie Hearn ‘comfortable’ with Anthony Joshua fighting in Saudi Arabia

Joshua fought in Saudi Arabia at the end of 2019 and looks set to return to the country.

The Independent UK

Mickelson says he does not condone rights abuses on eve of Saudi-backed golf series

St Albans (United Kingdom) (AFP) - Phil Mickelson said Wednesday he does not condone human rights violations in Saudi Arabia as he prepares to tee off in the inaugural event of the divisive LIV Golf Invitational Series funded by the Gulf kingdom.

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The Independent UK

Lee Westwood: ‘I’d be stupid not to take LIV Golf money’

The 49-year-old is part of this week’s opening event as part of the Saudi Arabia-backed series

Tribune News Service

Editorial: Don’t go to Saudi Arabia, President Biden

Last week’s news that the European Union has reached an agreement to sharply curtail the purchase of Russian oil is a welcome development that signals the continent is not only united against the genocidal attack on Ukraine but that its political leaders are prepared to make hard choices in response.

AFP

Saudi eyes tripling of foreign tourists in 2022

Riyadh (AFP) - Saudi Arabia aims to triple foreign tourism this year as pandemic restrictions ease, hajj pilgrims return and the first elements of the crown prince's signature projects open, its tourism minister told AFP Sunday.

AFP

OPEC+ agrees bigger output boost amid Russian isolation

Vienna (AFP) - Major oil producers led by Saudi Arabia and Russia agreed on Thursday to open the taps wider than expected amid soaring prices and hard on the heels of an EU ban on Russian oil imports.

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OPEC backs bigger output boost amid Russian isolation

Vienna (AFP) - Major oil producers led by Saudi Arabia and Russia on Thursday decided to open taps wider than expected amid soaring prices and hard on the heels of an EU ban on Russian oil imports.

AFP

OPEC debates oil output boost amid Russian isolation

Vienna (AFP) - Major oil producers led by Saudi Arabia and Russia began talks Thursday on whether to adjust output, hard on the heels of an EU ban on Russian oil imports.

The Guardian - UK

McIlroy dismisses Saudi Arabia-backed opener as not a ‘proper tournament’

Rory McIlroy has taken a swipe at the first LIV event, while one sponsor has dropped two participants, Dustin Johnson and Graeme McDowell

The Independent UK

Hike lofty peaks, paraglide through valleys, then camp under the stars in your new ‘adventure capital’

This mountainous area in the Asir region of Saudi promises much: adventure, culture, heritage, and warm hospitality. What it guarantees – with its cool climate and lush verdant landscapes – is to totally change any perceptions you might have about the look and feel of this destination. Here’s how to…

The Independent UK

Solo travel goals: from natural wonders to culture fests and secret retreats, discover the perfect destination

When it comes to solo travel, certain key ingredients combine to create an incredible trip. Read on to find out why Saudi ticks the independent travel boxes and then some...

The Independent UK

From haute cuisine to cult street eats: the new foodie capital you need to know about

From high end gastronomy to cultish street food, the diverse, vibrant Saudi food scene is a reason to travel, and Jeddah is one of its top culinary hotspots. Here are some of the highlights so you can plan your foodventure…

The Independent UK

The travel edit: Five bucket list experiences you shouldn’t miss

Make your trips truly count this summer, with a bucket-list worthy break to brag about. Here’s our guide to five must-dos across the diverse, breathtaking landscape of Saudi

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