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#riyadh-comedy-festival
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago
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Comedians Called Out for Accepting Offers to Perform at Saudi Arabian Festival: They Have Slaves for F*ck's Sake!'

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2 weeks ago
World news

Comedians Called Out for Accepting Offers to Perform at Saudi Arabian Festival: They Have Slaves for F*ck's Sake!'

fromBarca Universal
4 hours ago

Barcelona winger admits he was 'greatly affected' by Saudi offer in 2024 - 'Considered leaving' | Barca Universal

"I was greatly affected when I received the Saudi offer, because this offer would have solved many aspects of my personal life and secured the future of my parents, my son, and many people close to me," he told ESPN. The Brazilian international added that accepting a move to Saudi Arabia would have helped him solve most of his financial problems and would have allowed him to secure the future of his family.
FC Barcelona
fromVulture
4 days ago

Human Rights Watch Doesn't Want Any Riyadh Comedy Festival Money

Comedians looking to donate their fee from the Riyadh Comedy Festival, look elsewhere. A spokesperson for Human Rights Watch told it "cannot accept" money from comedians who have "generously offered to donate part of their performance fees." According to Arvind Ganesan, Human Rights Watch's head of economic justice and rights division, taking money from people who took money from the government of Saudi Arabia could "create the perception that somehow we compromised our independence after the fact."
Social justice
#comedy
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Saudi sport supremo's Man Utd 'takeover' post prompts questions

"The best news I heard today is that Manchester United is now in an advanced stage of completing a deal to sell to a new investor. I hope he's better than the previous owners." Multiple sources close to United say the claim is untrue. Until Alalshikh clarifies his comments, they will just leave a lot of unanswered questions. It has been anticipated there would be talks between United and the Saudi authorities in the coming weeks over the potential of playing at least one mid-season friendly to try and raise some funds in the absence of European competition.
Manchester United
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Amoral, evil': vitriolic backlash builds against comics who played Riyadh festival

Saudi Arabia uses high-profile cultural events, including a Riyadh comedy festival with major international comedians, to rebrand its global image despite human rights abuses.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Saudi Arabia down Indonesia; Qatar, Oman draw in AFC World Cup qualifiers

Kevin Diks put Indonesia ahead from the spot in the 11th minute on Wednesday, but Saleh Abu Al-Shamat levelled six minutes later before Al-Brikan scored either side of half-time to secure the points despite a second Diks penalty two minutes from time. Saudi Arabia next face Iraq in Jeddah on Tuesday and know that a win over Graham Arnold's side will guarantee their place in December's draw for the finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Soccer (FIFA)
#bill-burr
fromDefector
6 days ago
Humor

Bill Burr Keeps Cycling Through Excuses For Doing The Riyadh Comedy Festival | Defector

fromDefector
6 days ago
Humor

Bill Burr Keeps Cycling Through Excuses For Doing The Riyadh Comedy Festival | Defector

fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

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

I am no stranger to cancel culture. I was cancelled after 9/11 simply for being Middle Eastern, as Arab terrorists were behind the attacks on the twin towers. This is despite the fact that I am not Arab, nor am I, contrary to popular opinion, a terrorist. In certain circles there have been calls to boycott my UK tour Namaste, a show in which I try to explore the nuances of the complex geopolitical landscape of the Middle East.
Humor
#executions
fromConsequence
6 days ago

Jimmy Kimmel Challenges Aziz Ansari Over Appearance at Saudi Arabia Comedy Festival

This is something that's become a big part of the news because people, a lot of comedians especially, are very upset because the people who paid the comedians to come to this are not good people. It's a pretty brutal regime. They've done a lot of horrible, horrible things... I'm curious as to why you decided to do that.
World news
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

'Tough moments' after Saudi move - Henderson

Jordan Henderson says his move to Saudi Arabia caused personal difficulties, regrets some decisions, apologised, and has returned to England club and the national squad.
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 week ago

Niles: Stand-up comics' Saudi controversy a warm-up for Six Flags?

The park will feature what will be the world's tallest, fastest and longest roller coaster. Falcons Flight is an Intamin coaster that will reach a top speed of 155 mph with a drop of 519 feet on nearly 14,000 feet of track. The park will feature seven other coasters as well as multiple dark rides and water rides. That has made the park a dream destination for many fans around the world.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

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

Over the next eight days six Asian nations will battle for two 2026 World Cup places and it feels as if Saudi Arabia and Qatar are already a little closer to North America. The two countries have been handed home advantage for the games in the two mini-groups by the AFC (Asian Football Confederation) with the winners of each qualifying.
Soccer (FIFA)
World news
fromFast Company
1 week ago

OPEC+ to increase oil production in November

OPEC+ agreed to raise oil production by 137,000 barrels per day in November, citing a steady global economic outlook and healthy market fundamentals.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 week ago

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

Saudi Arabia and Qatar will host centralized October AFC World Cup qualification mini-tournaments, giving each host potential home advantage over their opponents.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

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

Warehouse laborers from Asia say the world's second largest employer, Amazon, has failed to live up to its promises to compensate them for financial abuses tied to their work for the online retailer in Saudi Arabia. In 2023, Amazon promised to reimburse recruitment fees to its contract workers from Asia who had been forced to pay large sums to secure jobs at the company's warehouses in Saudi Arabia.
World news
Video games
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Saudi Arabia's $55bn EA takeover cements its global gaming ambitions

Saudi Arabia's PIF acquired Electronic Arts for $55 billion, positioning the kingdom as a dominant global force in gaming, esports, and entertainment.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

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

Speaking on Real Time With Bill Maher, CK, who is co-headlining the festival with the British comedian Jimmy Carr on Monday night local time, said other comedians had been really surprised by the response from audiences in Riyadh so far. There's a woman who's a lesbian and Jewish, who did a show there, and she got a standing ovation, CK said, referring to Jessica Kirson, who has expressed sincere regret for performing at the festival.
World news
#pete-davidson
fromAol
1 week ago
World news

Pete Davidson stands by Saudi Arabia gig after FDNY father's 9/11 death despite backlash

fromFox News
1 week ago
World news

Pete Davidson stands by Saudi Arabia gig after FDNY father's 9/11 death despite backlash

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1 week ago
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Pete Davidson stands by Saudi Arabia gig after FDNY father's 9/11 death despite backlash

fromFox News
1 week ago
World news

Pete Davidson stands by Saudi Arabia gig after FDNY father's 9/11 death despite backlash

#free-speech
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Dave Chappelle Slams US Free Speech at Saudi Arabia Festival

Dave Chappelle headlined the Riyadh Comedy Festival, criticizing U.S. cancel culture while performing amid controversy over Saudi Arabia's human rights record.
World news
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

The Sad Spectacle of American Comedians Selling Out in Saudi Arabia

High-profile comedians performed at a Riyadh festival that softens Saudi Arabia's human-rights abuses through normalization and lavish pay to favorably portray the regime.
World news
fromDefector
2 weeks ago

What's A Dollar Really Worth To These Ghouls? | Defector

American sportswashing hypocrisy exists, yet Saudi Arabia's involvement in 9/11 and the murder of a journalist complicate moral equivalence.
World news
fromGameSpot
2 weeks ago

All The Gaming Companies Saudi Arabia Owns Or Has Invested In

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund and Savvy Games Group are expanding stakes across global gaming and esports, including a pending $55 billion acquisition of EA.
#human-rights
Business
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago

Saudi corporations drive sukuk and bond issuance amid strong demand - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Strong investor demand and broad issuer participation drive robust Saudi debt and sukuk issuance, providing efficient long-term funding and high-quality exposure.
World news
fromElite Traveler
3 weeks ago

A Journey Through Saudi Arabia's Next Chapter

Saudi Arabia is rapidly transforming through Vision 2030, expanding tourism, arts, and entertainment while balancing cultural change and international scrutiny.
#mutual-defense-pact
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Sports Podcaster Goes OFF on Embarrassing' US Leagues Partnering With Saudi Arabia

American sports partnerships with Saudi Arabia face criticism for enabling alleged sports-washing amid massive PIF investments and high-profile events involving Turki Alalshikh.
#tom-brady
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
4 weeks ago

Tom Brady to play in Saudi flag football tournament alongside current and former NFL stars

The Fanatics Flag Football Classic on March 21 at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh also will include Saquon Barkley, CeeDee Lamb, Christian McCaffrey, Maxx Crosby and Rob Gronkowski, among others. Las Vegas' Pete Carroll, Denver's Sean Payton and San Francisco's Kyle Shanahan will be the coaches. Brady is partnering with Turki Alalshikh, chairman of the Saudi General Entertainment Authority, to promote the event. Fox Sports will televise the tournament, and comedian Kevin Hart will be the host.
National Football League
Television
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

WWE taking WrestleMania 43 to Riyadh in 2027

WrestleMania will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in 2027, the first time the event takes place outside North America.
#911
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
World news

Federal judge in NYC lets case against Saudi Arabia for 9/11 terrorist attacks advance | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
World news

Federal judge in NYC lets case against Saudi Arabia for 9/11 terrorist attacks advance | amNewYork

UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Boris Johnson sought business with Saudi officials he had met while PM

Boris Johnson used Downing Street contacts to pitch a consultancy, Better Earth, to Saudi officials, raising potential breaches of post-ministerial lobbying rules.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Saudi Arabia announces Damascus area reconstruction project to clear rubble

KSRelief will clear 75,000 cubic metres of rubble in Damascus and rebuild 34 schools, dozens of bakeries, and essential water and sewage infrastructure across Syria.
fromwww.caughtoffside.com
1 month ago

Yves Bissouma urged to leave Tottenham this summer

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Yves Bissouma has been linked with a move away from the club in recent weeks. The 29-year-old has fallen down the pecking order since the arrival of the Portuguese International Joao Palhinha earlier this summer. He was expected to leave the club before the transfer deadline day, but a move did not materialise. West Ham wanted to sign Bissouma.
Soccer (FIFA)
Humor
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Comedian Tim Dillon Makes Clear Saudi Arabia Is Paying Him Enough Money to Look the Other Way'

Tim Dillon accepted a high-paying Riyadh Comedy Festival gig and defended doing so, stating the payment justified 'looking the other way' on Saudi human rights concerns.
fromAxios
1 month ago

Judge rejects Saudi Arabia's bid to dismiss 9/11 families lawsuit

most consequential step yet in the families' pursuit of justice,
World news
World news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Saudi Arabia executes man over protests attended as a 15 year old

Saudi Arabia executed a man for alleged crimes committed at 15 amid family executions and allegations of torture and political repression.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

$3.4 billion': Reporter Tells MSNBC Trump Family Turning Down No Opportunity' For Cash Since Taking Office

Kirkpatrick estimated that the family has raked in more than $3 billion dollars since the start of Donald Trump's second term, with significant earnings linked to foreign investments.
US politics
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Six great reads: a Saudi weapons scandal, five weeks with David Lammy and the expert who became the patient

A British man's investigation into financial irregularities in Saudi Arabia reveals a decades-long scheme involving high-level government oversight.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Saudi Arabia's Debt Surges to $225 Billion, 4 Times Iran & Iraq Combined

A country's war chest seems to be one of the most valuable assets when entering a conflict or being prepared to enter one.
US politics
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
2 months ago

Newcastle United owners' grander Saudi plans revealed as fans ponder reality of Tyneside project

Since the acquisition by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Newcastle United finds itself at a crossroads with executive instability, lack of transfers, and overlooked projects.
Soccer (FIFA)
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Very British bribery: the whistleblower who exposed the UK's dodgy arms deals with Saudi Arabia

Ian Foxley faced a sudden ultimatum at work in Saudi Arabia, prompting his escape due to concerns for his safety.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Why is Saudi Arabia leading push for Palestinian statehood? DW 08/06/2025

Saudi Arabia is leading efforts for international recognition of a Palestinian state through diplomacy and coalition building.
fromArchitectural Digest
2 years ago

Jeddah Tower: Everything You Need to Know About the Soon-to-Be World's Tallest Skyscraper

Jeddah Tower construction has restarted, with expectations of completion within four to five years. Builders have finished about a third of the tower, totaling over 40% of the final build.
Design
#israel
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
US politics

Israel-Gaza war live: anger grows over Israeli far-right minister praying at al-Aqsa mosque

Saudi Arabia condemned Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's visit to al-Aqsa mosque and practices by Israeli authorities.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
World politics

Gulf states anxious about being drawn into Israel-Iran fight DW 06/13/2025

Saudi Arabia condemns Israel's attack on Iran while balancing regional relationships amid complex geopolitics.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Gulf states anxious about being drawn into Israel-Iran fight DW 06/13/2025

Saudi Arabia condemns Israel's attack on Iran while balancing regional relationships amid complex geopolitics.
Travel
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 months ago

Desert Rock Resort in Saudi Arabia Delivers Awe-Inspiring Luxury in the Mountains | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Desert Rock Resort offers a unique luxury experience integrated into the landscape of Saudi Arabia's Tabuk Province.
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

The Middle East Is Getting a New Budget Airline

Saudi Arabia has officially granted an operating license to a new budget carrier, which will be headquartered at King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, set to serve 24 domestic and 57 international destinations by 2030.
Travel
#apple
Chelsea
fromwww.caughtoffside.com
2 months ago

20m asking price set: Chelsea star put up for sale as London transfer touted

Raheem Sterling is reportedly available for sale from Chelsea for 20 million after a loan season at Arsenal.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

2026 FIFA World Cup: Qatar, Saudi Arabia AFC qualifiers revealed

The draw for the fourth round of AFC qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup revealed the six teams vying for places in the expanded tournament.
Soccer (FIFA)
#son-heung-min
fromeuronews
3 months ago

Grand prizes, big names: 2nd Esports World Cup starts in Riyadh

"It's the sheer scale that's unheard of. Esports is just at the start of its tenure and it's there to grow to become one of the biggest sports in the world in the next decades."
Video games
#club-world-cup
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

How have global football fans embraced Club World Cup?

The newly expanded Club World Cup attracted significant attention in Saudi Arabia despite European skepticism and empty seats at venues.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Fifa, the Club World Cup and Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia's investment in the Club World Cup may distort domestic leagues and competitive balance.
fromKotaku
3 months ago

Team Liquid 'Disappointed' CEO's Story About Growing Up Gay Was Censored From Esports Documentary In Saudi Arabia

The documentary, following Team Liquid in the Riyadh-based Esports World Cup, faced censorship in Saudi Arabia, where segments about its inclusive values were removed.
SF LGBT
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Iran's FM Araghchi, Saudi Crown Prince MBS hold fruitful' talks in Jeddah

This visit by Abbas Araghchi marks a significant step in Iran-Saudi relations following the recent intense conflict with Israel, indicating a continued effort for diplomatic engagement between the two nations.
World politics
Manchester United
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Saudi Arabia's great soccer experiment is paying off spectacularly at the Club World Cup

Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal beats Manchester City 4-3 in the Club World Cup, marking a pivotal moment in the kingdom's soccer ambitions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo's 492m Saudi deal: two cynical regimes form a strategic alliance | Jonathan Liew

Al-Nassr's ambitious financial commitment of an estimated 492 million to Cristiano Ronaldo over two years illustrates the huge economic stakes involved in global football.
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Why are Saudi Arabia playing in the Concacaf Gold Cup?

Saudi Arabia will participate in the 2025 and 2027 Gold Cups, broadening the tournament's inclusion of international teams.
English Premier League
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

ECB joins forces with BCCI to thwart new Saudi Arabia-backed T20 competition

The ECB and BCCI are collaborating to block a Saudi-backed global T20 league.
The new league aims to establish a robust competitive structure with significant financial backing.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

A Saudi journalist tweeted against the government and was executed for high treason'

Saudi journalist Turki al-Jasser was executed, reflecting the dangerous climate for dissenters in the Kingdom regarding national security.
MMA
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Canelo Alvarez to face Terence Crawford in Netflix-streamed Las Vegas megafight

The highly anticipated fight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford is scheduled for 13 September 2023 in Las Vegas, set to stream globally.
US politics
fromThe Nation
4 months ago

Why Is Trump Suddenly Sidelining Israel?

Trump's first foreign trip focused on Gulf states, showcasing investments over traditional alliances like Israel.
Arts
fromTheartnewspaper
4 months ago

Saudi Arabia helps cultural businesses reach global audiences

The Saudi Cultural Development Fund launched Nama' Accelerators to boost cultural business growth and sustainability in Saudi Arabia.
Health
fromeuronews
4 months ago

More than 1.5 million foreign pilgrims are in Saudi Arabia for Hajj

This year's Hajj sees over 1.5 million foreign pilgrims, reflecting a decline from pre-pandemic attendance figures.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
4 months ago

FIFA inks latest Saudi deal, as PIF backs Club WC

FIFA secures significant partnership with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund for the Club World Cup, highlighting the growing influence of Saudi investments in sports.
Exercise
fromeuronews
4 months ago

Video. Pilgrims begin Hajj in Mecca amid heat and new restrictions

Pilgrims are carrying out traditional rituals amid extreme heat and stricter regulations.
Caution is emphasized with high temperatures and the banning of certain age groups from participating.
Health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

Pilgrims gather in Saudi Arabia for Hajj

1.5 million foreign pilgrims participate in this year's Hajj, facing high temperatures and enhanced safety measures.
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