Saudi Arabia

Meet Saudi Arabia’s first-ever Miss Universe contestant

Saudi Arabia is set to debut its first participant in Miss Universe 2024, marking a significant shift away from its conservative reputation.

Muslims in 40 Chandpur villages start Ramadan fasting in accord with Saudi Arabia

In a tradition supposedly upheld since 1928, Muslims across 40 villages in Chandpur district initiated their Ramadan fasting today, aligning with the commencement of the holy month in Saudi Arabia

Bangladesh to play practice match against Sudan tonight

Bangladesh national football team will play two practice matches against Sudan -- one tonight and the other on March 14 -- as part of their preparation for this month's World Cup Qualifiers against Palestine.

Goalkeepers feeling the heat

Goalkeeper Mahfuz Hasan Pritom said the competition among the players of the national team has significantly increased in recent times.

Al Ula: A hidden gem in Saudi Arabia

When we think of Saudi Arabia, we often imagine Makkah, Medina, and the annual pilgrimage. But beyond these, there are plenty of amazing spots that have been attracting travellers since the kingdom opened up to foreign visitors in 2019.

Saudi says no Israel ties without Palestinian state

Saudi Arabia has told Washington it will not establish ties with Israel until an independent Palestinian state "is recognised", the Gulf kingdom's foreign ministry said in a statement on Wednesday

Asian Cup / Mancini sorry for mid-penalty disappearing act

Roberto Mancini said he "didn't want to disrespect anyone" by disappearing down the tunnel before South Korea took the penalty that eliminated his Saudi Arabia team from the Asian Cup on Tuesday.

South Korea to face Saudi in Asian Cup last 16

"Saudi Arabia is our next one and it will be a battle," Klinsmann said

Benzema returns to 'furious' Saudi club 17 days late

French forward Karim Benzema has returned to Saudi Arabia 17 days after he was supposed to check back in with his club Al-Ittihad, a source close to the club told AFP on Friday.

December 30, 2023
December 30, 2023

Turkish Super Cup final in Saudi postponed over Ataturk t-shirts

The Turkish Super Cup final between Galatasaray and Fenerbahce scheduled to be played in Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh on Friday was postponed over what the clubs described as "some problems" in the event's organisation.

November 3, 2023
November 3, 2023

Saudi Arabia eyes stake in $30 bln IPL - Bloomberg News

Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's advisers have spoken to Indian government officials about moving the IPL into a holding company valued at as much as $30 billion

November 1, 2023
November 1, 2023

Saudi Arabia condemns 'in strongest terms' Israeli strike on Gaza camp

Saudi Arabia condemned on Wednesday an Israeli bombing of Gaza's largest refugee camp

November 1, 2023
November 1, 2023

Al-Dawsari, Kerr take Asian confederation's Player of the Year awards

Saudi Arabia's Salem Al-Dawsari has been named the Asian Football Confederation's Player of the Year with Chelsea and Australia forward Sam Kerr taking the women's title at the regional body's awards ceremony in Doha on Tuesday.

October 31, 2023
October 31, 2023

Australia abandons 2034 World Cup bid in boost for Saudi

Australia decided on Tuesday against bidding for the 2034 men's football World Cup, paving the way for Saudi Arabia to host the event.

October 5, 2023
October 5, 2023

Saudi Arabia announces bid to host World Cup in 2034

The bid "intends to deliver a world-class tournament and will draw inspiration from Saudi Arabia's ongoing social and economic transformation and the country's deep-rooted passion for football", said a statement from the Saudi Arabian football federation.

September 17, 2023
September 17, 2023

Spending spree ensures Asian Champions League spotlight falls on Saudi clubs

Five times UEFA Champions League winner Cristiano Ronaldo will begin his quest to add another continental title to his resume on Tuesday when Saudi Arabia's Al-Nassr kick off their Asian Champions League campaign against 2020 runners-up Persepolis.

September 13, 2023
September 13, 2023

Saudi firm to set up $100m data centre in Kaliakoir

Data centre manufacturing and power generation firm DataVolt of Saudi Arabia has unveiled plans to invest $100 million (around Tk 1,098 crore) to establish a cutting-edge data centre in Bangladesh. 

September 4, 2023
September 4, 2023

Saudi and Iran to resume home-and-away matches: AFC

Saudi Arabia and Iran have reached a "groundbreaking" deal to resume home-and-away football matches between club sides after seven years of competing in neutral venues, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) said on Monday.

August 21, 2023
August 21, 2023

Saudi Arabia and Israel put a high US price tag on diplomatic relations

Like Israel, Saudi Arabia wants a formalised security agreement, even if that accord may not target Iran as explicitly as Israel’s request does.

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