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Originally Published 4 months ago — by Wccftech
Ubisoft confirmed that Assassin's Creed Mirage will receive new free content in 2025, including a new story chapter set in the ancient city of al-Ula, gameplay improvements, and additional missions, following earlier rumors and its positive critical reception.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Bloomberg
Saudi Arabia has announced a reduction in crude oil prices for buyers in Asia and other regions for February, responding to a market characterized by weak demand and a potential surplus fueled by strong global supply. This decision comes as oil consumption typically dips during this time of the year due to refinery maintenance, and follows the OPEC+ group's strategy to maintain output cuts to manage market stability.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Sports
Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou is set to fight two-time world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua in a 10-round boxing match in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The fight, confirmed by promoter Eddie Hearn and reported by Ariel Helwani, is scheduled for March 9. Ngannou, who left the UFC for a boxing career, previously fought Tyson Fury and is now looking to make an impact against Joshua, who is coming off a win against Otto Wallin. A news conference is planned for January 15 in London to promote the upcoming bout.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ESPN
Anthony Joshua is set to fight former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou in a heavyweight boxing match on March 9 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The fight announcement comes after Joshua's recent victory over Otto Wallin and Ngannou's professional boxing debut against Tyson Fury, which ended in a split-decision loss. This match could position the winner for a future title fight against the victor of the upcoming bout between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk. A press conference is scheduled for January 15 in London to discuss further details of the Joshua-Ngannou fight.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Bad Left Hook
Anthony Joshua is set to fight former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou in a 10-round boxing match in Saudi Arabia, replacing his planned bout with Deontay Wilder. The fight has been confirmed by promoter Eddie Hearn, with a press conference scheduled for January 15. Ngannou, who lost his pro boxing debut against Tyson Fury, will face Joshua in a high-profile match that promises a significant payday. The official announcement, including the exact date, is expected later this month in London.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ABC News
A House Oversight Committee report alleges that former President Donald Trump's businesses received at least $7.8 million from foreign entities in 20 countries, potentially violating the Constitution's foreign emoluments clause. The report, titled "White House For Sale," suggests that these payments, including over $600,000 from Saudi Arabia, were made while Trump made policy decisions favoring these countries. The Trump Organization disputes the claims, arguing that profits were donated to offset earnings from foreign entities. Previous lawsuits on this matter were dismissed by the Supreme Court since Trump is no longer in office.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo News
A report by House Democrats titled "White House For Sale" alleges that Donald Trump's businesses earned at least $7.8 million from foreign governments during his presidency, with China and Saudi Arabia being the top spenders. The report, which scrutinizes transactions at Trump's properties, suggests that Trump prioritized personal financial interests over American public interest, a claim that Trump's son Eric has dismissed as "insane." This revelation comes amidst Republican efforts to build an impeachment case against President Joe Biden for similar accusations.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Reuters
Saudi Arabia has officially joined the BRICS bloc, expanding the group to include new members alongside Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. This move reflects Saudi Arabia's diversifying international relations and comes amid growing geopolitical tensions, particularly between the U.S. and China. The kingdom's decision to join BRICS aligns with its efforts to strengthen economic cooperation and assert its own strategic path, while China continues to encourage BRICS expansion to serve as a counterbalance to Western influence.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Al Jazeera English
The Turkish Super Cup final between Istanbul rivals Galatasaray and Fenerbahce, set to be played in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was canceled due to a dispute over the teams' desire to wear T-shirts featuring Mustafa Kemal Ataturk's image during pre-match warm-ups, which Saudi organizers did not authorize. The Turkish Football Federation and the clubs cited "some problems" in the event's organization for the postponement, with no new date or location announced yet. The incident adds to recent controversies in Turkish football and comes amid a broader warming of relations between Turkey and Saudi Arabia.