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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 Dhahran will serve non-Muslim workers at Aramco, the state oil giant. Mea...

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Nov 22 2025SPORTS

Laurie Canter's Big Golf Decision: Back to LIV in 2026

Laurie Canter, a skilled golfer from England, has made a surprising choice. He plans to return to the LIV Golf League in 2026, even though he has the chance to play on the PGA Tour. This decision comes after he secured his PGA Tour card by finishing in the top 10 on the DP World Tour in 2025. Canter, who is 36 years old, played for LIV Golf from 2022 to 2024. He was...

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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

A New Chapter in US-Saudi Relations

The United States and Saudi Arabia have taken a big step forward in their relationship. President Trump made a big announcement at a fancy dinner with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. He said Saudi Arabia is now a major non-NATO ally. This means the two countries will work even more closely on military and security issues. The dinner was quite the event, with...

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Nov 17 2025BUSINESS

Six Flags Takes a Big Step into the Middle East

Six Flags is making a bold move to expand its reach beyond North America. The company is set to open its first park in Saudi Arabia on December 31. This new park, called Six Flags Qiddiya City, will be located in the Tuwaiq Mountains near Riyadh. It will feature over two dozen rides, including Falcons Flight, which is claimed to be the tallest and fastest roller coas...

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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

Unseen and Unheard: The Hidden Lives of Unwed Mothers' Children in Saudi Arabia

In the bustling city of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, a heartbreaking scene unfolds. Children, born to unwed mothers, are living on the streets, invisible to society. These children, often the result of relationships between Kenyan women and other immigrants, face a grim reality. Their mothers, who came to Saudi Arabia seeking better opportunities, are now trapped. They cann...

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Nov 04 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI Studio Obsidian: A New Way to Create Stories

A new company called Obsidian is using AI to help creators make better stories. It was started by two people, Wes Walker and Louis Gheysens. They want to use AI to make the process of creating stories faster and more efficient. But they also want to make sure that the stories still feel real and emotional. Obsidian is not just for advertising. It can also be used fo...

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Oct 30 2025CELEBRITIES

Balancing Act: Tom Brady's Busy Life Takes a Toll

Tom Brady, the former NFL star and current Fox Sports analyst, recently shared that his hectic lifestyle has left him feeling worn out. In a candid message to his fans, the 48-year-old admitted that the demands of his schedule finally caught up with him. Brady is in the midst of his second season as a sports analyst, and he's also juggling family life with his three ...

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Oct 28 2025FINANCE

Qatar's Big Bet on Tech and AI

Qatar is making a significant shift in its investment strategy. The country's finance minister, Ali Ahmed Al-Kuwari, recently shared plans to focus heavily on technology and artificial intelligence (AI) for future investments in the United States. This move is part of a broader goal to diversify Qatar's economy and reduce reliance on oil and gas revenues. Speaking a...

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Oct 26 2025BUSINESS

Wall Street's New Home in the Middle East

Big banks from the U. S. are making a move to Saudi Arabia. Citigroup just opened its new regional office in Riyadh. This is a big deal because it shows that Wall Street is getting more serious about doing business in the Middle East. The new office is in the famous Kingdom Tower. This is different from where other banks like Goldman Sachs have set up shop. Those ba...

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Sep 22 2025SPORTS

Tom Brady's Odd Remark Sparks Debate

Tom Brady found himself in hot water after making a strange comment during the Fox Sports broadcast on Sunday, Sept. 21. The former quarterback, now working as an analyst, made a comment that left many people scratching their heads. It all happened during the Cowboys-Chicago Bears game when Dallas wide receiver George Pickens was seen looking upset on the sidelines. ...

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