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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

Bruno Fernandes Makes Final Decision on Blockbuster Saudi Transfer—Report

Bruno Fernandes rejected lucrative offers from Saudi Arabia last summer and could be targeted again.

Sports Illustrated

‘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?

The Guardian - UK

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Bill Burr really does not care that you’re mad at him for going to Saudi Arabia

Bill Burr thinks he's better than you.

The Mary Sue

‘I Couldn’t’—Jordan Henderson Details Emotional Aftermath of Liverpool Exit

The England midfielder attracted plenty of controversy for moving to Saudi Arabia.

Sports Illustrated

I have been criticised for being part of the Riyadh comedy festival. This is why I did it

The headlines focus on money, but the gigs were great and I think there are different ways to achieve progress. Art, especially comedy, can be part of that, says stand-up comedian, Omid Djalili.

The Guardian - UK

Explorer to begin stage two of bid to walk the length of Saudi Arabia

Alice Morrison is aiming to become the first person to walk the country north to south, covering more than 1,400 miles in the process.

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Crude Prices Slip on Dollar Strength and Energy Demand Concerns

November WTI crude oil (CLX25 ) today is down -0.12 (-0.19%), and November RBOB gasoline (RBX25 ) is down -0.0049 (-0.26%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are under pressure today from a stronger dollar, as the dollar index (DXY00 ) rallied to a 1.5-week high. Additionally, Saudi Arabia's unexpected decision...

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How did Qatar and Saudi Arabia get home advantage and more rest than rivals in World Cup qualifiers?

The Oman coach, Carlos Queiroz, is among those who are questioning the AFC’s decision for the upcoming games

The Guardian - UK

Ubisoft reveals the surprise free Assassin's Creed Mirage DLC, which just coincidentally happens to be set in a region the Saudi government wants to turn into an 'economic powerhouse'

Now it's starting to make sense.

PC Gamer

Report: Man Utd Braced for Huge Bruno Fernandes Bid in January

Saudi Arabian clubs tried to sign the Red Devils’ captain during the summer.

Sports Illustrated

Assassin's Creed Mirage's free Valley of Memory DLC has "more than six hours of gameplay," and Ubisoft says making it was a challenge because most of the setting's historical record has been "lost to time"

"The recreation process is unique, as it is both an artistic and a historical endeavor"

GamesRadar

Saudi Arabia and Qatar chosen to host further World Cup games - is it another controversial decision?

Saudi Arabia and Qatar are still competing for their place at the 2026 World Cup and have been handed a home advantage for the next stage

FourFourTwo

‘We want justice’: workers at Amazon warehouses in Saudi Arabia still waiting on financial redress

Asian migrant laborers who paid predatory recruiting fees say global mega-corporation has not kept its promise to pay them restitution

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The Guardian - AU

Louis CK defends decision to perform at Riyadh comedy festival as ‘a good opportunity’

Comedian admits to mixed feelings but says event is a ‘positive thing’ despite human rights abuses in Saudi Arabia

The Guardian - UK

A ballet description so good you can feel it

Brief letters: ‘Rock solid but buttery soft’ | The Far Side on Jane Goodall | Baby boxes | Salford artists | Comedians in Saudi Arabia

International Business Times

Opec+ Plus To Raise Oil Production By 137,000 Barrels A Day In November

Saudi Arabia, Russia and six other members of Opec+ on Sunday decided to raise their production quotas by 137,000 barrels per day in November, as they continue to push for greater market share.

International Business Times

OPEC+ Meets With Future Oil Production Hanging In The Balance

Saudi Arabia, Russia and six other key members of the OPEC+ alliance are likely to agree to raise crude output when they meet virtually on Sunday, with analysts divided over the size of the expected hike.

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The Independent UK

Comedians at controversial Riyadh festival ‘completely avoiding’ jokes about Saudi government

Comics were urged to use their platform to raise awareness of Saudi Arabia’s human rights issues, but reportedly signed contracts forbidding them from doing so in exchange for lucrative fees

Motorsport

F1 2025 qualifying head-to-head: Singapore GP

Here's how things stand in 2025 team-mate duels following qualifying at Formula 1's Singapore Grand Prix.

The Independent UK

The whirlwind ‘affair’ with a Saudi ambassador that upended a Bangladeshi beauty queen’s life

INTERVIEW: Meghna Alam tells Maroosha Muzaffar how her ‘brief romantic liaison’ caused a national and diplomatic scandal

The Independent UK

Dave Chappelle says free speech is under attack in America while on stage in Saudi Arabia

The stand-up comedian referenced Charlie Kirk after being criticized for agreeing to appear at the Riyadh Comedy Festival

PC Gamer

EA's $55 billion acquisition is the biggest leveraged buyout in private equity history. Here's why it has everyone terrified

Private equity and PIF investment aren't a reassuring pair.

GamesRadar

Analysts say EA buyout "doesn't add up," expect the company to double down on live services and sports at expense of "new ideas and innovation" with layoffs looking inevitable

"Short term they may look to sell off non-crucial assets and smaller IP"

Sports Illustrated

Man Utd ’Exploring’ Potential Saudi Arabia Midseason Friendly

The club has started talks with the relevant shareholders regarding their potential involvement.

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