2 h. ago Fifa’s Gianni Infantino defends ‘crucial’ relationship with Donald Trump

Fifa president focused on success of 2026 World CupDefends decision to give 2034 event to Saudi ArabiaGianni Infantino has defended his relationship with Donald Trump, saying proximity to the US president is “absolutely crucial” to the success of the 2026 World Cup.Fifa’s president also defended the decision to award Saudi Arabia the World Cup in 2034 in rare remarks to the media while attending the International Football Association Board (Ifab) AGM in Belfast. Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Ramadan to begin on March 1 as crescent moon seen in Saudi Arabia

For the first time in many years, Ramadan will end before daylight saving time

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14 h. ago Ramadan 2025 LIVE as start date to be announced with crescent moon sighting

Latest updates for UK, Saudi Arabia and Morocco

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14 h. ago When will Ramadan 2025 be announced? Exact time crescent moon could be spotted tonight

The holy month of Ramadan is expected to begin either today or over the weekend once the crescent moon is seen, with millions worldwide waiting to find out

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28 h. ago Arsenal may have to sell one of two stars to land Mikel Arteta's top summer target

Arsenal will be in the market for a striker come the summer with Alexander Isak on their radar, but they may first have to sell up to fund the deal with Gabriel Martinelli attracting interest from Saudi Arabia

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30 h. ago WWE and UFC owners deal for new Saudi Arabia boxing league 'close to agreement'

The likes of Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk have already been hosted in the Kingdom

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45 h. ago Ramadan London crescent moon sighting live show to take place as date nearly set

Ramadan London crescent moon sighting live show to take place as date nearly set  Yahoo News UK

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59 h. ago Top female jockey puts thriving career on immediate hold to start a family

Maryline Eon finished 14th in France’s Flat jockeys championship in 2024 but after taking part in the International Jockeys Challenge in Saudi Arabia has announced she is pregnant

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64 h. ago With new budget flights from Gatwick, is Saudi the new Spain?

Plane Talk: ‘Build the air links and they will come,’ seems to be the national refrain in the kingdom

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3 d. ago Former Iraqi prime minister returns to Baghdad despite security threats

Former Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi has returned to Baghdad for the first time in more than two years despite ongoing security threats

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3 d. ago Wizz Air to launch UK's first direct flights to Medina from Gatwick

Budget airline announces it will begin daily return flights between Gatwick Airport and Medina from August 1

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4 d. ago Ramadan 2025: How to keep your energy levels up during the day if you’re fasting

Ramadan will take place from the evening of February 28 to March 30 this year

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4 d. ago Boris and Carrie Johnson enjoy luxury trip away to Saudi Arabia with their children after 'miserable' Christmas

Mrs Johnson posted scenes from a family trip to a resort in Saudi Arabia, including her husband hugging their 19-month-old third child Frank.

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4 d. ago Conor McGregor had just one word to describe Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk

The heavyweight stars were two of the biggest names in attendance on Saturday night and went viral for their positive encounter in Saudi Arabia

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5 d. ago Russians hoping for peace talks and ‘universal joy’ – but will western brands return?

Following last week’s US-Russia talks, the mood in Moscow suggests many are beginning to think about what a post-war reality might look likeAfter three years of war and western isolation, Russians are starting to hope that the recent flurry of US-Russia diplomacy could offer a path to peace in Ukraine – and restore the sense of normality lost when their leader sent tanks across the Ukrainian border.Last Tuesday’s US-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia have sent the country’s propagandists and political establishment into euphoria, celebrating what they see as a real chance of achieving Russia’s goals in the war at the expense of Ukraine and its European allies, which have been sidelined from discussing the future of the invaded country. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Joseph Parker drops Martin Bakole in round 2 to retain WBO heavyweight title as short notice opponent blown away

North Lanarkshire based Bakole accepted the fight at 48 hours notice in Saudi Arabia after Daniel Dubois pulled out with illness

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6 d. ago British trainer secures £960k windfall for 946 owners of star sprinter

Expat Dan Blacker, who trains in California, saddled Straight No Chaser to follow up a Breeders’ Cup victory with overseas success in the Riyadh Dirt Sprint in Saudi Arabia

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6 d. ago Why Eddie Hearn's 'disgusting' take on Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol fight was wrong

BOXING CLEVER: Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol will compete in their hotly-anticipated rematch in Saudi Arabia on Saturday night

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6 d. ago What UK time is Hamzah Sheeraz fight? Start time and stream for Carlos Adames bout

British star Hamzah Sheeraz has the chance to become a world champion later this evening when he takes on the dangerous Carlos Adames in Saudi Arabia

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6 d. ago Boxing tonight: TV channel, live stream, ring walk times and full card for Joseph Parker fight

Daniel Dubois was set to defend his IBF heavyweight title for the very first time on Saturday against an inspired Joseph Parker in Saudi Arabia as part of Riyadh Season, only to pull out from the bout due to illness

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