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Jan 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

The Hidden Costs of Grazing on Public Lands

Public lands in the U. S. are vast, covering an area more than twice the size of California. These lands are used for many things, including grazing livestock. The government allows ranchers to use these lands for a fee, but the fees are much lower than what ranchers would pay on private land. In fa

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Jan 04 2026FINANCE

Saudi Arabia's Big Money Plan for 2026

Saudi Arabia has a big plan for 2026. They need to borrow a lot of money. The finance minister has approved this plan. The country needs about 217 billion riyals. That is around $57. 86 billion. This money will help cover a budget shortfall and pay back some old debts. Saudi Arabia is the world's t

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Dec 27 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Saudi Arabia's Big Bet on Fun and Games

Saudi Arabia is making a big move to become a major player in the world of entertainment. Qiddiya City, a massive project, is set to open its doors with Six Flags and a waterpark called Aquaarabia. This is all part of a bigger plan called Vision 2030, which aims to shift the country's economy away f

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Dec 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Saudi Arabia's Hollywood Makeover

Saudi Arabia's money is making big waves in Hollywood. Recently, the kingdom's sovereign wealth fund stepped in to help finance a massive takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery. This isn't the only big move they've made. They've also shown interest in buying out Electronic Arts, a major gaming comp

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Dec 12 2025BUSINESS

Saudi Arabia's Big Plans for a Brighter Future

Saudi Arabia just wrapped up a major event called MOMENTUM 2025. It was a big deal for the country's future. Over three days, they signed 45 agreements worth a whopping 6 billion SAR. These deals are not just about money. They are about making things better for small businesses, tourism, culture, jo

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Dec 06 2025POLITICS

Saudi Arabia's Secret Alcohol Shop: A New Twist for Wealthy Expats

Saudi Arabia has long been known for its strict alcohol ban. So, when word got out that a hidden store in Riyadh started selling whiskey and champagne, it caused quite a stir. This wasn't just any store—it was catering to wealthy foreigners with special residency permits. These permits, called "pre

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Nov 28 2025HEALTH

Public Health Office Closures: What's Happening and Why?

Public health offices in several towns are at risk of closing. The proposal is being reviewed before a final decision. The plan is to shut down seven leased offices in the region. The board wants more information before making a final call. They asked the Medical Officer of Health to take another lo

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Nov 26 2025FINANCE

Saudi Arabia's Gaming Bet: A Financial Tightrope?

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) recently made headlines with a massive $55 billion deal to acquire EA, the company behind popular games like Battlefield 6 and EA Sports FC. However, this move has raised eyebrows, as reports suggest that the PIF is now struggling to find more money to spe

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Nov 25 2025BUSINESS

Saudi Arabia's Slow Sip Towards Change

Saudi Arabia is taking small steps to loosen its grip on alcohol restrictions. Two new stores are in the works, one for Aramco's non-Muslim employees and another for diplomats in Jeddah. This move is part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's push to modernize the kingdom. The planned store in Dhah

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Nov 20 2025POLITICS

Saudi Arabia's Big Wins and Misses with Trump

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman had a successful visit to the White House. He got most of what he wanted from President Trump. The US and Saudi Arabia made big deals on defense, trade, and technology. This shows how much power the Crown Prince has. He also got the US to drop a key de

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