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UN lifts sanctions against Syria's al-Sharaa before historic White House visit

The sanctions relief fulfils the Trump administration's pledges following the US leader's May meeting with al-Sharaa in Riyadh, during which he promised to lift or waive decades-old sanctions against Syria.

Euronews

These are the most beautiful railway stations in the world

Entries from France, Belgium, Australia and China were among those praised

The Independent UK

WTA Finals live: Amanda Anisimova stuns Iga Swiatek to book semi-finals place

Amanda Anisimova joins group winner Elena Rybakina in the semi-finals after knocking Iga Swiatek out of the tournament

The Independent UK

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First-class beauty: Prix Versailles picks the world's best looking train stations

The Prix Versailles World Ceremony has picked its 'magnificent seven' passenger stations as the world's most beautiful train and metro stops. From Australia to Belgium via Saudi Arabia, the prizes show the jury's penchant towards modernity.

Euronews

Coco Gauff’s serving troubles return in WTA Finals defeat against Pegula

Jessica Pegula beat Coco Gauff 6-3, 6-7 (4), 6-2 while Aryna Sabalenka beat Jasmine Paolini in straight sets in her opening match in Riyadh

The Guardian - UK

Aryna Sabalenka faces stacked WTA Finals field in bid to crown season in style

There were four different grand slam champions in 2025 but World No 1 Sabalenka can add a final statement at the Finals in Riyadh

The Independent UK

Saudi Arabia wants to woo leisure travelers to its shores: 'We have a lot to offer to the world,' says tourism minister Ahmed Al Khateeb

“We want travelers to come and experience the Saudi hospitality, enjoy our coffee and food, and learn about Arabian culture,” said H.E. Ahmed Al Khateeb.

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In a world of crypto and ‘exotic instruments’, traditional exchanges are thinking about how they ‘stay relevant’

At the Fortune Global Forum in Riyadh, exchange heads trade notes about uncertainty, new competition, and Labubu.

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Real estate CEO says the luxury industry is all about one thing: a 'return on ego'

DarGlobal CEO Ziad El Chaar sees co-branded real estate—what he calls the “limited edition of real estate”—as both a cultural anchor and a magnet for the world’s elite.

Fortune

Delta launches controversial flight route as CEO believes Americans will soon have a new favorite vacation destination

The new 7,000-mile route will be flown three times a week and will stretch over 7,000 miles

The Independent UK

A decade into Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, the non-oil sector makes up 56% of $1.3 trillion economy

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Fortune

Delta CEO predicts Americans will soon be ready to travel to Riyadh as he launches first-ever direct flights from the U.S. to Saudi Arabia

Acknowledging that “Americans aren’t quite sure” about visiting, Delta CEO Ed Bastian told Fortune that the route will be popular—eventually.

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Ray Dalio says America is developing a ‘dependency’ on its top 1% of workers, while the bottom 60% are struggling and unproductive

“I think the issue is very much that you can’t look at the U.S. as a whole nowadays,” the Bridgewater Associates founder said at the Fortune Global Forum in Riyadh on Monday.

Fortune

Barclays reenters Saudi Arabia 11 years after exiting business

Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih said at the Fortune Global Forum: “People have seen that the kingdom is a long-term partner. We’re not transactional.”

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Saudi Arabia's minister of investment on Vision 2030 and the world's search for reliable partners

In conversation with Fortune Editor-in-Chief Alyson Shontell, H.E. Khalid Al-Falih described a world where "everyone is concerned" about supply chains.

Benzinga

Why WeRide & Uber Stock Is Gaining Today

Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:UBER) shares traded slightly higher in Friday's premarket after the company introduced autonomous robotaxis in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The Guardian - UK

Comedy in Riyadh is a sign of progress

Letter: Omid Djalili responds to criticism of his decision to perform at a comedy festival in Saudi Arabia

The Independent UK

Six Kings Slam live: Djokovic thrashed by ruthless Sinner as Alcaraz sets up blockbuster final

It will be Jannik Sinner v Carlos Alcaraz in the Six Kings Slam final after a ruthless 6-4 6-2 win over Novak Djokovic

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The Independent UK

Six Kings Slam live: Sinner destroys opponent to join Djokovic and Alcaraz in semi-finals of big-money exhibition

Jannik Sinner defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight-sets to book a semi-final with Novak Djokovic, while Carlos Alcaraz will face Taylor Fritz

The Guardian - US

NFL bets big on Saudi Arabia with Tom Brady-led flag football showcase

The NFL takes its game to Riyadh with Tom Brady and stars, aiming to grow flag football globally amid scrutiny of Saudi Arabia’s sportswashing

Euronews

Human Rights Watch reject donations from comedians who appeared at Riyadh Comedy Festival

The two-week entertainment event has been criticised due to the Saudi government's alleged human rights abuses. Several comedians who attended have offered to donate part of their performance fees from the Riyadh Comedy Festival. Here's everything you need to know.

The Guardian - UK

Vivienne Westwood’s granddaughter criticises company as Riyadh fashion week deal announced

Brand defends decision to show in Saudi Arabia alongside Stella McCartney as ‘a way to encourage dialogue’

The Guardian - UK

Defence of Riyadh comedy fest is deeply naive

Letters: Readers respond to Omid Djalili’s article defending his decision to perform at an event organised by the repressive Saudi regime

The Guardian - UK

We know what the comedians got out of the Riyadh comedy festival. What about the Saudi regime?

The tawdry event was an ultimately doomed attempt by the Saudi government to buy the kind of authentic grassroots culture it is unwilling to countenance, says Guardian columnist Jonathan Liew

The Guardian - UK

‘Amoral, evil’: vitriolic backlash builds against comics who played Riyadh festival

Murder by bone-saw, lashings for rape victims, punishment amputation, jail for satirists … these are the Saudi human rights abuses fuelling the fury at the likes of Louis CK, Dave Chappelle and Jimmy Carr. How have they responded?

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