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Saudi Arabia's $9 trillion NEOM city with flying taxis and a 170-km-long skyscraper is scaled back: What went wrong?

When Saudi Arabia unveiled NEOM in 2017, it promised nothing short of a city from the future. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman presented the mega-project as the centrepiece of the kingdom's Vision 2030 strategy to reduce dependence on oil. The plans included flying taxis, robot assistants, a 170-kilometre-long mirrored skyscraper…

The Times of India

Saudi economy redraws ambitions—‘going local’ is the new buzz phrase

After a decade of dizzying investments, Saudi Arabia is now focused on domestic priorities.

Fortune

We test beauty products for a living, these are the 9 buys that we ran out of in May

Formulas so good that we used every last drop

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6 Smart Packing Rules Fashion People Swear By for Stress-Free Travel and Effortless Airport Style

From strategising your outfits to streamlining your toiletries

Marie Claire

'Botanical Minimalism' Is the Summer Home Fragrance Trend for 2026 − And Design Experts Say 'Placement Is Key'

Make home fragrancing part of your decor, rather than a stand-out device

Homes & Gardens

What is Saudi Arabia’s $4.7 billion ‘artificial lake’ plan in Trojena, and why is it now on hold

New Artificial Lake (Mountain of NEOM), Artificial Lake (Trojena), Artificial Lakes, to be built in the Trojena Mountains, that will be 2,000 meters high, within the NEOM project and 2.8 kilometres long. While the original engineering plan for this new destination required 3 dams to create a continuous body of…

The Times of India

Wake Up More Easily on Spring Mornings With the Free 'Dutch Method' Sleep Experts Recommend

Let natural light regulate your circadian rhythm

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Cristiano Ronaldo Receives Five-Word Message From Al Nassr After Missing Dramatic Win

Ronaldo has traveled to Spain for treatment on a rare injury.

Sports Illustrated

Will war in the Middle East ruin Mohammed Bin Salman’s plan to make Saudi the new Dubai?

IN DEPTH: Saudi Arabia’s crown prince hoped the kingdom would soon rival the UAE as the business hub and safe haven in the region. But experts tell Tara Cobham that a protracted conflict threatens

The Independent UK

Mother’s Day Is Just Around the Corner—I’ve Rounded Up the Best Last Minute Gifts Guaranteed to Please

All with next day delivery

Marie Claire

Cristiano Ronaldo remains in Saudi Arabia despite conflicting reports on jet departure

The Portuguese superstar’s team Al Nassr are due to host Neom on Saturday in Riyadh

The Independent UK

Cristiano Ronaldo still in Saudi Arabia amid reports his private jet has left

Ronaldo’s Al Nassr side host Neom on Saturday in Riyadh.

The Independent UK

Cristiano Ronaldo returns to Madrid, amid ongoing Middle East conflict

Flight-tracking information showed Cristiano Ronaldo's private jet flying back to Spain on Monday

FourFourTwo

I Finally Slept Through the Night Thanks to Neom’s Cult-Classic Range – It’s Sparked a New Nightly Ritual for Me

Made with calming essential oils with notes of lavender, chamomile, and patchouli, it sent me into a serene slumber

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Homes & Gardens

The Very British Edit: The Art of Unwinding – The Transformative Power of a Spa Night at Home

When life feels busy, this is the ritual I return to – turning my home into a warm, light-filled sanctuary designed entirely for rest and reset

The Guardian - UK

The 31 best Galentine’s Day gifts your pals will love

Celebrate a different kind of love this 13 February with our favourite gift ideas for your BFF, from pottery kits to boxercise sets to the perfect present for pickle fanatics

The Independent UK

Neom nightmare: How Mohammed bin Salman’s dream of a ‘city of the future’ became a $500bn disaster

IN DEPTH: Nearly a decade ago, the Saudi crown prince promised to build a gleaming utopia on the coast of the Red Sea that would redefine how human beings lived and worked. But experts say the scaling back of his project reveals that it was always an impossible dream in…

TechRadar

Planned Saudi megacity 'The Line', designed for 9 million people across 170km, could be redesigned as a far smaller data center

Saudi Arabia’s The Line project shifts from a massive residential city to an AI-focused industrial hub due to costs, climate, and fiscal pressures.

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Euronews

Neom no more? Saudi Arabia reduces ambitious plans for 'The Line' and futuristic megacity

After years of cost overruns and delays, Saudi Arabia’s flagship futuristic megaproject, Neom, is set to be significantly scaled back. The futuristic super-city, meant to run entirely on alternative energy sources, was due to host the 2029 Asian Winter Games, which has now been postponed.

Dot Esports

Sources: Alienware terminates League of Legends global sponsorship following sexual harassment allegations against Riot Games CEO

Alienware ended its global League of Legends esports sponsorship early amid controversy surrounding Riot Games and its leadership.

The Guardian - UK

A restful January: 13 cosy essentials to help you hibernate with intention

Whether it’s a weighted blanket or a cup of chai, enjoy a purposely gentler start to the new year to revitalise you for the months ahead

Livingetc

'Massage Candles' Seem Crazy to Me, But This Masseuse Explains Why They're About to Be the Next Big Thing for Wellness

These scented candles are the perfect accompaniment to your next at-home massage, and here's how it works

The Guardian - UK

The best outfits to wear on New Year’s Eve – whatever your plans

From pub chic to sofa-ready, we’ve got looks for every kind of NYE celebration, including the New Year’s Day walk

Woman & Home

If you buy one product, make it this aromatic, nourishing body oil that's perfect for Christmas

Dry skin will drink up this mandarin and mint-infused mist - and it has the most beautiful sheen for party season

International Business Times UK

Is Sam Altman Hiding Something? OpenAI CEO's Secret Role in Project NEOM Baffles Investigators

Sam Altman's alleged ties to Saudi Arabia's NEOM project spark questions over transparency and AI ethics.

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