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Saudi Arabia pulled off one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history by beating mighty Argentina in Qatar four years ago. That stunning victory against Lionel Messi and the eventual champion turned out to be just the start of its campaign to disrupt soccer.

The world's largest earthworks, millions of work hours, and huge sums of money have all gone into pursuing the dream of a supertall mirrored desert city in Saudi Arabia. However, a recent report suggests it might all turn out to be a mirage.

The FIFA World Cup has always been about the stars. The 2026 iteration of the competition figures to feature more than ever before. With 48 teams set to take part in the festivities, things are poised to get that much more enchanting.

Riyadh: Saudi Arabia’s Heritage Commission has announced the discovery of a rock inscription bearing the name of Umar ibn Al-Khattab, Islam’s second caliph, during archaeological survey work in Al-Mahd Governorate in the Madinah region.

Saudi Arabia is intensifying its early preparations to host the 11th World Water Forum in 2027, including the Second Consultative Meeting held as part of Saudi Water Week. The meeting represents a key milestone in preparations for this global event.

Saudi Arabia has reduced the official selling price of its flagship crude loading for Asia in June from the May record high, but the price cut was less than expected. Next month’s supply from the world’s top crude exporter would still see the second ...

Sweden and Tunisia kick off their 2026 World Cup campaigns on Sunday night in Monterrey, Mexico. Sweden is back on the World Cup stage after missing the 2022 competition and is led by Alexander Isak,