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The Latest Breaking News from Riyadh

William arrives in Saudi Arabia for Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman talks

London and Riyadh are hopeful the two men, who have met before, will develop a connection.

Evening Standard

Which LIV Golfers Made Big World Ranking Moves After First OWGR-Sanctioned Event?

A total of 11 players secured OWGR points at LIV Golf Riyadh, with a number of individuals making big jumps in the world rankings on Saturday

Golf Monthly

How Much Elvis Smylie Won At LIV Golf Riyadh

The 2026 LIV Golf League campaign sees a slightly tweaked overall prize money payout with $20 million shared across the 57 players involved each week - but how much did winner Elvis Smylie collect?

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Elvis Smylie Holds Off Jon Rahm To Mark LIV Golf Debut With Win In Riyadh

The Australian showed remarkable composure to see off the threat of Jon Rahm to win in Riyadh in his maiden LIV Golf appearance

Golf Monthly

'Dream come true': Elvis rocks LIV with debut triumph

Rising Australian Elvis Smylie has made a dramatic mark on LIV Golf, winning his debut on the Saudi-backed tour in Riyadh under lights with a stellar display.

AAP

The Guardian view on Saudi Arabia and the UAE: as former allies clash, others are likely to pay

Editorial: The growing rift between two Gulf powers will be felt across the Middle East and the Horn of Africa

The Guardian - UK

Singapore Airlines launches non-stop flights to Riyadh after 12 years: New route details, benefits explained

Singapore Airlines is relaunching non-stop flights to Riyadh from June 2, 2026, after a 12-year absence. Operating four times weekly on Airbus A350-900s, this service aims to boost business, tourism and cultural exchange between Southeast Asia and the Middle East. The move signifies Riyadh's growing importance as a global hub…

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Dustin Johnson's 4Aces Confirm Replacement For LIV Golf League Opener After Patrick Reed's Departure

Following Patrick Reed's departure from the circuit, LIV Golf Reserve player, Miguel Tabuena, will start for the 4Aces in the season opener in Riyadh

Golf Monthly

Phil Mickelson Withdraws From LIV Golf Events Due to Family Health Matter

The 55-year-old star will miss the opening event in Riyadh along with the following week’s event in Adelaide.

Sports Illustrated

Explained: Visa’s dual-hub strategy in Dubai and Riyadh as Saudi Arabia tightens the rules

Global payments giant Visa is restructuring its Middle East operations, creating dual hubs in Dubai and Riyadh. This strategic shift acknowledges Saudi Arabia's new 'regional headquarters' policy, which mandates local HQs for government contracts. The move reflects intensifying competition among Gulf states for foreign investment and economic influence, with Riyadh…

The Times of India

Next stop, parenthood: Saudi Arabia records first-ever birth on the Riyadh Metro Network

A baby was born on the platform at Al Andalus Station, marking the first childbirth on the Riyadh Metro network. The operating team responded with professionalism and humanity, with female staff supporting the mother until ambulance crews arrived. This extraordinary event highlights the staff's readiness and the metro's role in…

The Times of India

New York’s Met Opera announces ‘necessary’ layoffs and pay cuts

‘Cost-cutting’ announcement comes amid uncertainty over deal struck with Saudi Arabia to perform in Riyadh

The Guardian - US

Luke Humphries expects ‘respectful’ crowd when darts takes to Saudi Arabia stage

A sport closely linked with alcohol consumption is heading to Riyadh for the first time.

The Independent UK

Luke Littler eager to be dubbed Golden Bulls by hitting the spot in Saudi Arabia

The David Beckham fan will win £149,000 if he can hit a nine-dart finish and then follow it up with a bullseye in Riyadh.

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Golden Bull incentive introduced for World Series of Darts in Saudi Arabia

Luke Littler will be one of eight PDC Tour representatives in the tournament in Riyadh next week.

The Conversation

Saudi-UAE bust-up over Yemen was only a matter of time − and reflects wider rift over vision for the region

Years of simmering tensions between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates exploded into the open on Dec. 30, 2025.

The Independent UK

Dakar Rally moves through sweeping desert landscapes, in photos

This photo gallery features some of the top photos of the Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia in the past week by AP photographer Thibault Camus. Nasser Al-Attiyah regained the lead in the rally after blasting the first all-sand stage of the race in the Saudi desert on Friday. Five-time champion…

The Guardian - UK

Saudi Arabia says UAE helped Yemeni separatist leader flee as crisis deepens

Riyadh says Aidarous al-Zubaidi, leader of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council, was helped to flee Yemen

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The Guardian - UK

Tensions between Saudis and Emiratis over future of Yemen reach boiling point

Dispute has potential to create civil war in south of Yemen and spill over into neighbouring countries

The Independent UK

Why Saudi Arabia and UAE are now on opposite sides of Yemen conflict

Riyadh strikes separatist forces backed by Abu Dhabi as conflict escalates again

The Guardian - US

Naoya Inoue sees off Picasso to set up Tokyo super-fight with Junto Nakatani

Naoya Inoue retained his undisputed 122lb title with a dominant win over Alan Picasso in Riyadh, setting up a potential showdown with Junto Nakatani

The Guardian - UK

Southern separatists in Yemen report Saudi airstrikes near positions

Alleged strikes close to UAE-backed forces follow Riyadh’s call for STC to withdraw from newly seized provinces

Evening Standard

Inoue vs Picasso: Fight time, undercard, prediction, ring walks and odds today

‘The Monster’ and Junto Nakatani are out to secure huge 2026 showdown on Ring V: Night of the Samurai in Riyadh

The Independent UK

Saudi Arabia awards Pakistan's powerful army chief highest national honor after defense pact

Pakistan's military says Saudi Arabia has awarded its highest national honor to Pakistan’s powerful army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, during his visit to Riyadh, underscoring deepening ties between the two countries, including cooperation on defense and counterterrorism

The Independent UK

Jimmy Carr ‘loved’ Saudi Arabia comedy gig despite human rights criticism

The 53-year old performed at the controversial Riyadh Comedy Festival in October

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