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Saudi Arabia’s $500B NEOM Megacity: How far construction has come and how much longer until completion | World News

NEOM’s ambitious mega-city project in Saudi Arabia advances rapidly, showcasing futuristic designs and sustainable construction innovations, captivating global attention / AI-generated illustration Saudi Arabia’s NEOM megacity, particularly its centerpiece project ‘The Line,’ has captured global attention as a futuristic urban experiment. Originally pitched as a 170-kilometer, zero-carbon, car-free city, NEOM promised to redefine urban living […]

Saudi Arabia grants citizenship to Red Sea Global CEO John Pagano – Who is he? | World News

John Pagano, the Chief Executive Officer of Red Sea Global/ Image: BCW Global John Pagano, CEO of Red Sea Global (RSG), announced on X that he has been granted Saudi citizenship, expressing heartfelt gratitude to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for this honor.With over four decades […]

Employment contract: Saudi Arabia announces new standardized agreement to protect workers’ rights – how it benefits employees | World News

Saudi Arabia launches Unified Employment Contract, integrating digital platforms to enhance transparency, worker rights, and labor market efficiency./ Image courtesy of Saudi Press Agency (SPA) On October 6, 2025, Saudi Arabia launched a new Unified Employment Contract designed to put workers first. This digital, standardized agreement helps employees protect their rights, ensure timely wage payments, […]

Saudi Arabia raises film incentive to 60% to attract global productions : Bollywood News

The Saudi Film Commission has raised its cash rebate programme from 40% to up to 60% of eligible expenditures, making it one of the most competitive film production incentives in the world. The announcement was made by CEO Abdullah bin Nasser Al-Qahtani at the Marché du Film during the 79th Cannes Film Festival. Saudi Arabia […]

Pak military contingent lands in Saudi Arabia

LAHORE: A Pakistani military contingent comprising around 13,000 soldiers and 10 to 18 jets has reached Saudi Arabia as part of a joint strategic defence agreement signed last year, the Gulf Kingdom said on Saturday. The military contingent’s deployment to King Abdulaziz Air Base in the Eastern Sector includes fighter jets and support aircraft from […]

Saudi Arabia’s Hajj Ministry unveils discount initiative for pilgrims via Nusuk Card | World News

Saudi Arabia’s Hajj Ministry unveils discount initiative for pilgrims via Nusuk Card. Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has introduced a new initiative offering deals and discounts for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims through the Nusuk Card, aiming to improve their overall experience during the pilgrimage.The Nusuk Card serves as an official identification for pilgrims […]

‘Figment of imagination’: Pakistan rejects reports of failure to initiate US, Iran talks

Pakistan on Saturday dismissed media reports claiming that its efforts to facilitate talks between the United States and Iran to resolve the ongoing West Asia conflict had run into hurdles following an initial exchange of peace proposals.“We have noted several reports in the media, including on social media, citing so-called official government sources regarding the […]

Is Saudi Arabia calling the shots? Crown Prince MBS urging Trump to keep Iran war alive – report

Donald Trump with Saudi crown prince (Image/AP) As the war in the Middle East enters its fourth week, a new report has revealed that Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has been urging US President Donald Trump to continue military operations against Iran. He described the conflict as a critical moment to reshape the […]

Strait Of Hormuz Tensions: Strait of Hormuz on edge as Saudi Arabia opens King Fahd Air Base to US forces amid Iran tensions | World News

Saudi Arabia agreed to open King Fahd Air Base in Taif to American forces / Image: file Saudi Arabia has granted the United States access to its King Fahd Air Base as tensions with Iran intensify, signaling a new phase of military alignment in the Gulf. The development follows warnings from maritime authorities that the […]

US lost 16 aircrafts amid Iran conflict, including 10 reaper drones: Report

At least 16 US military aircraft have been destroyed since the start of the conflict with Iran, including 10 MQ-9 Reaper drones shot down by enemy fire, while several others have been damaged in strikes and operational incidents, according to officials cited by Bloomberg.The most severe losses were attributed to accidents, including three US F-15 […]