Saudi Arabia has quietly allowed non-Muslim Premium Residency holders to buy alcohol from its sole store in Riyadh, marking a cautious step in the kingdom's liberalisation drive. Discover the details.
Brendan Rodgers faces the monumental task of elevating Al-Qadsiah to join Saudi Arabia's elite 'Big Four'. With Aramco's backing, can the ex-Celtic boss succeed where other British coaches have stumbled?
Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha, aged three years and seven months, makes chess history as the youngest player to secure an official FIDE rating. Discover his incredible journey and India's chess dominance.
Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha, aged three, has made chess history as the youngest player to receive an official FIDE rating. Discover how he broke the record and his grandmaster ambitions.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over claims she was the 1993 British girls' under-14 chess champion. The real winner, composer Emily Howard, remains silent as experts dispute the credentials.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over her claim to be a former British junior chess champion, as a finance professor disputes the title. The row emerges amid tensions with the OBR over Budget forecasts.
Tennis legend Andy Murray made a surprise appearance at the London Chess Classic, revealing his son beats him at chess. Discover how the event unfolded.
Uzbek prodigy Javokhir Sindarov makes chess history as youngest World Cup winner at 19. Discover how he triumphed as London Chess Classic begins.
Saad Almadi, imprisoned for tweets criticising Riyadh, returns to Florida after diplomatic efforts. Read the full story of his release and the political context.
Donald Trump joked about the absence of 'transgender' and 'liberal' people in Saudi Arabia while praising Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Read the full story on the diplomatic event.
Chilling details of Jamal Khashoggi's final seven minutes, from the audio recording of his murder to the ongoing political fallout. Discover the full story behind this brutal assassination.
Cristiano Ronaldo joined Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for a White House dinner with Donald Trump. The football star's first US trip since 2014 saw him praised by Trump's son Barron. Read the full story.
Donald Trump announces F-35 fighter jet sale to Saudi Arabia during Crown Prince's White House visit. Major policy shift with Middle East military implications. Read the full analysis.
Donald Trump defended Mohammed bin Salman over Jamal Khashoggi's killing, dismissing the murder with 'things happen'. Read the shocking details.
Retired Lt Col Daniel Davis warns a US-Saudi defence pact is a 'dangerous mistake' that could drag America into another Middle East war. Read his exclusive analysis.
President Trump announces F-35 fighter jet sale to Saudi Arabia hours before welcoming Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to Washington. Historic policy shift with major Middle East implications.
The 2025 Broadway revival of 'Chess' struggles with a messy narrative, wasting the potential of its iconic Abba score. Read our full review of the Imperial Theatre production.
ABBA icons Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus reunited at the Broadway revival of their musical Chess. Discover the story behind this Cold War-era show's triumphant return.
The FIDE Chess World Cup delivered stunning upsets as Russian star Andrey Esipenko and top Americans crashed out, while England's Michael Adams secured a remarkable comeback victory in a 10-game marathon.
The FIDE World Cup erupts in chaos as Russian star Andrey Esipenko and American top seeds are eliminated, while England's Michael Adams triumphs in a breathtaking 10-game marathon.
Discover how a new wave of youth chess clubs in London and Birmingham is creating vibrant communities, boosting mental skills, and attracting diverse young players away from screens.
Saudi Arabia unveils plans for a revolutionary £160 million megacity featuring pristine white sand beaches and luxury resorts, set to rival global tourism hotspots and create thousands of jobs.
World number one Magnus Carlsen triumphs in spectacular fashion at the Champions Showdown in St. Louis, cementing his legendary status with a dominant performance against elite competitors.
A breathtaking video showcasing a futuristic skyscraper stadium for Saudi Arabia's 2034 World Cup bid has been exposed as an elaborate digital fabrication, deceiving millions worldwide in a sophisticated viral deception.
Distressing emergency call reveals frantic moments as friends discovered chess champion Daniel Naroditsky unconscious. The dramatic audio captures their desperate attempts to save the grandmaster's life.
In an explosive interview, chess streamer Daniel Naroditsky reveals his torment after being falsely accused of cheating, a scandal that took a devastating turn with his accuser's sudden death at 29. The full story of online bullying, mental health struggl
Delta Air Lines launches groundbreaking non-stop service between Atlanta and Riyadh, opening new business corridors and strengthening US-Saudi aviation ties.
Delta Air Lines launches first-ever non-stop flights between Atlanta and Riyadh, capitalising on Saudi Arabia's ambitious tourism transformation and strengthened US ties.
In a dramatic religious power shift, Morocco has printed its own version of the Quran, breaking Saudi Arabia's long-standing monopoly and sparking international debate about Islamic interpretation and authority.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends controversial trade delegation to Saudi Arabia, insisting economic cooperation must continue despite ongoing human rights criticisms.