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1 year ago

28 Group 1 Winners Nominated For Saudi Cup 2025

A strong entry of 28 Group 1 winners have been put forward for this year’s Group 1 $20 million Saudi Cup, which will take place at King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh on Feb. 22. The winner of last year’s Dubai World Cup, Laurel River (USA), could face Breeders’ Cup Classic victor Sierra Leone (USA) along with three-time Hong Kong Cup winner Romantic Warrior (IRE), 2024 Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan (USA), and last year’s Saudi Cup champion, Senor Buscador (USA). Other notable runners that could feature in the 1,800m contest are last year’s Saudi Derby winner Forever Young (JPN), 2024 Japanese Derby winner Danon Decile (JPN), Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Sprint star Soul Of An Angel (USA) and five-time Argentine Group 1 winner El Kodigo (ARG). Prince Bandar Bin Khalid Al-Faisal, chairman of the Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia, said: “On behalf of everyone at the JCSA, I would like to extend my thanks to owners and trainers from around the world for their nominations for the 2025 Saudi Cup meeting. We are proud to be top of mind for the trainers of the world’s best from more than 20 countries, including so many that have won at the […]

1 year ago

Over 16 Million People Visit Riyadh Season In 3 Months

Turki Al-Sheikh, chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), revealed that the number of visitors to the Riyadh Season 2024 has so far exceeded 16 million. “Today, we reach 16 million visitors in the Riyadh Season, and the best is yet to come,” Al-Sheikh said in a statement on his X account. The fifth edition of Riyadh Season kicked off on October 12, 2024. The GEA chief said that this figure is a great proof of the huge turnout of visitors from within the Kingdom and abroad for this global event. “This reflects the distinctive diversity of the season’s events, which recently witnessed the opening of new zones that attracted the attention of visitors from all over the world,” he said. The number of visitors reaching 16 million confirms the exceptional success of the Riyadh Season, which offers an integrated experience that includes a wide range of events such as boxing and wrestling matches, international concerts, distinctive restaurants, and picturesque gardens, in addition to innovative entertainment experiences in completely new zones. The season witnessed a remarkable presence of visitors from all over the world, as thousands of diverse events were organized, including art exhibitions, theatrical […]

1 year ago

Saudi Arabia Arrests 19,418 Illegals In One Week

Saudi authorities arrested 19,418 people in one week for breaching residency, work and border security regulations, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday. According to an official report, a total of 11,787 people were arrested for violations of residency laws, while 4,380 were held over illegal border crossing attempts, and a further 3,251 for labor-related issues. The report showed that among the 1,221 people arrested for trying to enter the Kingdom illegally, 56 percent were Ethiopian, 42 percent Yemeni, and 2 percent were of other nationalities. A further 136 people were caught trying to cross into neighboring countries, and 19 were held for involvement in transporting and harboring violators, SPA reported. The Ministry of Interior said that anyone found to be facilitating illegal entry to the Kingdom, including providing transportation and shelter, could face imprisonment for a maximum of 15 years, a fine of up to SR1 million ($260,000), as well as confiscation of vehicles and property. Suspected violations can be reported on the toll-free number 911 in the Makkah and Riyadh regions, and 999 or 996 in other regions of the Kingdom.

1 year ago

Real Madrid v Barcelona to Play 2025 Spanish Super Cup Final in Saudi Arabia

Real Madrid will play Barcelona in the final of the 2025 Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia on Sunday, January 12. Real Madrid secured a spot in the Spanish Super Cup final, defeating Real Mallorca with a decisive three-goal victory at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah. Real Madrid took the lead in the 62nd minute, with Jude Bellingham scoring the opening goal. In the 93rd minute, Real Madrid scored a second goal through Martin Valent, who accidentally scored an own goal after a pass. Real Madrid v Barcelona in Saudi Arabia Rodrygo Silva de Goes followed with a third goal for Real Madrid in the 95th minute, securing their place in the final against their longstanding rival Barcelona. Barcelona booked their place in the final with a 2-0 victory of Athletic Club. Goals from Lamine Yamal and Gavi.

1 year ago

Riyadh Prepares for 2nd Annual Saudi Elite Hockey Championship

Final preparations are underway for the second annual Saudi Elite Hockey Championship at the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Olympic Complex in Riyadh next week. Eight teams, featuring a total of 80 players, will battle it out on Jan. 17 and 18: defending champions Najd Falcons, last year’s runners-up Alittihad Club, Alshabab Club, Jubail Buraq, Naqi, United Thalassery Sports Club, Arab Legends and Hamra Legends. The event has been organized under the supervision of the Saudi Hockey Federation, which said the championship represents a significant step in the development of hockey, in line with the wider sports renaissance in the Kingdom as part of efforts to enhance quality of life and contribute to the goals of the Vision 2030 plan for national development and diversification.

1 year ago

Al-Ahli Defeats Al-Shabab 3-2 in Saudi Pro League Thriller

Al-Ahli continued their winning streak with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Al-Shabab in the 14th round of the Saudi Pro League, hosted at Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Stadium. English forward Ivan Toney struck within seconds of kick-off, setting the tone for an electrifying encounter. Spanish midfielder Gabri Veiga doubled Al-Ahli’s lead, making it easier for the home side to claim all three points. The victory lifted Al-Ahli to 26 points, while Al-Shabab, struggling to find form, remains on 23 points, extending their winless run in the league. Al-Shabab, buoyed by their recent triumph over Al-Fayha to reach the King’s Cup semi-finals, looked defensively fragile in this matchup. The team, under Turkish manager Fatih Terim, missed the services of Italian midfielder Giacomo Bonaventura, who was granted leave to attend to emergency family matters. Saad Balebeid added a third goal for Al-Ahli early in the second half, making a comeback nearly impossible for the visitors. Al-Shabab’s Musab Al-Juwayr managed to score a consolation goal in the 72nd minute and added another late in the game. However, their efforts fell short as the referee’s final whistle secured Al-Ahli’s triumph, denying Al-Shabab a dramatic comeback. With this win, Al-Ahli keeps their momentum in the league, […]

1 year ago

Scientists In Saudi Arabia Use Turtles To Discover Valuable Seagrass In Red Sea

Scientists at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST, Saudi Arabia), in collaboration with the Queensland Government (Australia), have discovered 34 previously unknown seagrass meadows in the Red Sea by tracking the foraging behavior of green turtles. In a new study released in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B journal, the experiment demonstrates the benefits of observing turtles to survey marine ecosystems that are crucial for carbon capture and economic livelihood and provides new information for sustainability policies in the Red Sea. Seagrass, mangroves and salt marshes are the bodies most responsible for blue carbon – carbon absorbed by coastal vegetation – and are more effective than carbon capture than rain forests. Adding their economic value, which is estimated to be at least tens of billions of dollars, international cooperation is ongoing for their sustainability. Relevant policies have heavily depended on satellite observations to survey their locations and size, which are useful for shallow coastal bodies but not nearly as reliable for seagrass. However, models estimate that only 10 percent of seagrass area has been identified. The new study shows that for a more accurate assessment of seagrass, sophisticated space technology benefits when complemented by lazy green laborers […]

1 year ago

Real Madrid Sets Up Spanish Super Cup Final Clash With Barcelona In Saudi Arabia

Real Madrid secured their place in the Spanish Super Cup final with a commanding 3-0 victory over Mallorca on Thursday at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium (Al-Jawhara) in Jeddah. The win sets up a highly anticipated showdown against their eternal rivals, Barcelona, this Sunday. The match saw its fair share of drama, including scuffles between players, but the Madridistas ultimately emerged victorious. England international Jude Bellingham broke the deadlock in the 63rd minute, followed by an own goal by Mallorca’s Slovakian defender Martin Valjent in added time. Brazilian star Rodrygo sealed the victory with a clinical strike deep into stoppage time. This is the second encounter between Real Madrid and Mallorca this season, with their first meeting in La Liga ending in a 1-1 draw last August. The final against Barcelona will mark their second clash of the season after the Catalan side triumphed 4-0 at Madrid’s home ground in October. It also continues a heated rivalry in the Spanish Super Cup, with this being their third consecutive meeting in the final. Barcelona holds the record for the most titles in the competition, with 14 trophies, while Real Madrid aims to add another to their illustrious history. Barcelona advanced […]

1 year ago

Saudi Customs Thwart Attempts To Smuggle 6 Kilograms Of Meth At Border Crossings

The Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority (ZATCA) foiled two attempts to smuggle significant quantities of methamphetamine, commonly known as “shabu,” through the Al-Batha and Empty Quarter border crossings. In the first case, customs officers at the Al-Batha border crossing inspected a truck and discovered 1.944 kilograms of shabu concealed within the truck’s side compartments. Advanced security technology played a crucial role in detecting the illegal substances. In the second incident, ZATCA officials at the Empty Quarter crossing intercepted a vehicle carrying 4.140 kilograms of shabu. The contraband was ingeniously hidden inside the hollowed sections of the vehicle’s battery compartment. Following the confiscation, ZATCA coordinated with the General Directorate of Narcotics Control to arrest two individuals suspected of being the intended recipients of the drugs in Saudi Arabia. ZATCA reiterated its unwavering commitment to enforcing strict customs controls on the Kingdom’s imports and exports. The authority emphasized its determination to safeguard the community and protect the economy from illicit substances in collaboration with the General Directorate of Narcotics Control. The authority also urged the public to support its anti-smuggling efforts by reporting suspected activities through its dedicated hotlines. Reports are handled with utmost confidentiality, and whistleblowers providing accurate information are entitled […]

1 year ago

Watch: Woman Crashes Into Car In Saudi Arabia, Leaves Apology Note

A woman motorist who rammed into a parked car in Saudi Arabia, left an apology note and SR73 in compensation to help repair it, the Saudi car owner has said. In an online video, the man read the note allegedly left by the woman, “I apologise for the ramming and this is what I have: 73 riyals. Please forgive me. Your sister in God, Iman.” He displayed the money and the note tucked into the handle of his car that appeared to have been hit in the rear. سيدة تصدم سيارته وتترك له رسالة مع مبلغ 73 ريال pic.twitter.com/Lxtq1CUYYR — فيديوهات ترند (@Trend_vide0s) January 2, 2025 In response, the owner of the damaged car, commented while laughing, “We forgive you, Iman. But you cost yourself a lot!” He did not say when or where the purported accident occurred. In 2018, Saudi Arabia allowed women to drive for the first time in its history, ending a decades-old ban on female driving as part of massive changes in the country. The kingdom has since witnessed a vigorous drive to empower women by engaging them in public life and giving them leading positions in various fields. In 2022, the Saudi traffic authorities said […]

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