SAUDI

Dec 22 2024SPORTS

The Smart Move: Conor McGregor's Business Boost with Usyk vs. Fury 2

Conor McGregor, the well-known Irish mixed martial artist, has been subtly promoting the rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury. He’s done this by sharing posts on his social media platforms, which has helped build excitement around the fight. But here's an interesting twist: McGregor isn’t j

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Dec 21 2024CRIME

The Surprising Story Behind the Magdeburg Christmas Market Tragedy

In Magdeburg, Germany, a tragic event unfolded as a black BMW plowed into a bustling Christmas market, leaving five dead and hundreds injured. The man behind the wheel was identified as a 50-year-old Saudi psychiatrist, Taleb A, who had resided in Germany for nearly two decades. Authorities, though

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Dec 10 2024SPORTS

Saudi Leader Sparks Boxing Revolution, Wins Big Honor

A Saudi leader, His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, is shaking up the world of boxing. The World Boxing Council (WBC) recently named him 'Boxing Man of the Year' at their annual convention in Hamburg, Germany. Alalshikh, who heads Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority, has been praised for brin

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Dec 08 2024CELEBRITIES

Boxer Ramla Ali: From Olympic Rings to Film Sets

Imagine a refugee from Somalia's civil war who eventually becomes an Olympic boxer. Now, picture that same person starring in a biopic about her life. That's the fascinating journey of Ramla Ali, who recently spoke with Deadline about her upcoming film "In the Shadows" and her new production company

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Dec 02 2024HEALTH

Estimating Young Saudi Women's Fitness: A New Formula

Maximum oxygen consumption, or VO2max, is like a superhero's fitness score for your cardiovascular, respiratory, and muscle systems. It's a big deal because it helps predict sickness and even serious health issues. But testing it directly can be tricky, and using international formulas might not giv

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Nov 25 2024HEALTH

Overcoming Vaccine Hesitancy in Saudi Arabia: A Social Media Approach

Saudi Arabia has faced significant challenges in encouraging people to get vaccinated against COVID-19. The country has been heavily impacted by the pandemic, making vaccine hesitancy a critical issue. To tackle this problem, researchers have turned to social media surveys and interventions. These t

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Nov 15 2024EDUCATION

Happiness in Saudi Arabian Students: A Comparison

A recent study set out to measure how flourishing, or happy, university students in Saudi Arabia are. They wanted to see if there was a difference between students studying health-related subjects and those studying other fields. Plus, they looked into what makes these students thrive. The research

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Nov 12 2024BUSINESS

Emirates Ups the Game: Premium Services in Saudi Arabia

It's been a long time coming, but Emirates has finally rolled out its chauffeur-drive services for first- and business-class passengers in Riyadh. This move is part of Emirates' commitment to enhancing the travel experience for premium passengers, something the airline is known for. The service, whi

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Nov 11 2024BUSINESS

Why China and Saudi Arabia are Becoming Travel Buddies

Imagine this: Just half a year ago, flying from China to Saudi Arabia was a hassle. Now, there are five new direct routes! This isn't just about making travel easier; it's part of a bigger story. China's Belt and Road Initiative is teaming up with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. This means more flights,

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Nov 09 2024POLITICS

A Late-Night Chat: Saudi Prince Calls Trump

In the wee hours of Wednesday, Saudi Arabia's future king, Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, picked up the phone to dial Donald Trump. This wasn't a typical late-night call; it was to express admiration for Trump's return to politics. The relationship between the United States and Saudi Arabia has b

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