Nesma: Embracing the energy transition of Vision 2030
Nesma Renewable Energy - inspired by Vision 2030, is spearheading the implementation of green energy technology in Saudi Arabia.
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Sportswashing accusations in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia says its massive investment in sports is part of a larger strategy to transform its economy. Jon Wertheim investigates if it’s about transformation, or sportswashing human rights abuses.
Saudi Arabia invests in sports as it tries to reshape its world image
The gulf kingdom with a poor track record on human rights is investing several billion dollars to try and become an international sports hub.
Saudi Arabia investing in sports amid sportswashing accusations
Saudi Arabia says its massive investment in sports is part of a larger strategy to transform its economy. Jon Wertheim investigates if it's about transformation, or sportswashing human rights abuses.
Saudi Arabia and sportswashing
The gulf kingdom with a poor track record on human rights is investing several billion dollars to try and become an international sports hub.
PGA Tour officials to testify before Senate subcommittee
The proposed plan to merge the PGA Tour and Saudi-backed LIV Golf sent shockwaves across the golf world earlier this month.
Blumenthal on probe into PGA-LIV merger
Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut tells "Face the Nation" that he is trying to uncover what happened behind the scenes in the PGA-LIV merger. "We are ready and willing to seek information by whatever legal means we have to obtain it," Blumenthal said.
U.S. Open underway after PGA-LIV agreement
The U.S. Open has teed off in Los Angeles as pro golf faces growing uncertainty, after the Senate announced an investigation into the agreement between LIV Golf and the PGA Tour. Jay Ginsbach, contributor and sports analyst for Forbes, joins CBS News with more.
What is sportswashing?
Human Rights Watch accused Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and the PGA of enabling Saudi Arabia to "sportswash" its human rights record following the PGA Tour's announcement of a merger with Saudi-backed LIV Golf. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more on what that is.
Twitter's Saudi ties
CBS News is learning new details about a federal lawsuit accusing Twitter of complicity in a brutal campaign of repression by Saudi Arabia. A Saudi aid worker who used an anonymous Twitter account to mock Saudi Arabia was arrested in 2018 and allegedly tortured. His American sister spoke with CBS News chief investigative correspondent Jim Axelrod.
9/11 families outraged by PGA/LIV merger
The controversial merger between the PGA Tour and the Saudi-backed LIV Golf is causing outrage, including among families of 9/11 victims. Kristen Breitweiser, whose husband was killed in the Sept. 11 attacks, joined CBS News to talk about the merger.
Sister of jailed Saudi aid worker speaks out
A Saudi aid worker who used an anonymous Twitter account to mock government officials was arrested in Riyadh in 2018 and allegedly tortured. Now, his American sister is speaking out in an exclusive interview with CBS News' chief investigative correspondent Jim Axelrod.
What the PGA-LIV merger means for players
The PGA Tour shamed and banned players who left to play in the Saudi Arabia-backed LIV Golf league. But on Tuesday, the two announced they are merging to form a new commercial entity. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports.
PGA merging with Saudi-backed LIV Golf
The PGA said in a surprise announcement that it is merging with the Saudi-backed LIV Golf. The controversial move comes after LIV managed to poach some of golf's most recognizable names with lucrative contracts. Manuel Bojorquez has more.
Markets fluctuate after Saudi oil cut
Oil prices are down slightly after an increase on Monday. Saudi Arabia announced Sunday it would cut down on its oil production by 1 million barrels per day in July. Summer Said, a senior Middle East correspondent for the Wall Street Journal, has more.
Sportswashing accusations in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia says its massive investment in sports is part of a larger strategy to transform its economy. Jon Wertheim investigates if it’s about transformation, or sportswashing human rights abuses.
Saudi Arabia cutting oil output in move that could raise gas prices
The Saudi cut of 1 million barrels per day comes as the other OPEC+ producers agreed to extend earlier production cuts through next year.
William and Kate show up for royal wedding of Jordan's crown prince
The British royals' attendance at the ceremony in Amman was kept under wraps until just a few hours before the start of the palace ceremony.
Ax-2 space mission launches to ISS
Peggy Whitson, America's most experienced astronaut, is going back to space commanding the Ax-2 private mission to the International Space Station. Her crew includes Knoxville, Tennessee, entrepreneur John Shoffner and two government astronauts from Saudi Arabia. Mark Strassmann reports.
Zelenskyy addresses Arab League Summit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the Arab League Summit in Saudi Arabia on Friday in his first trip to the Middle East since the Russian invasion began. Syrian President Bashar Assad, who has long been closely allied with Russia, is also attending the summit. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini has more.
Syrian President Assad attends Arab League Summit
Syrian President Basher Al-Assad is attending the Arab League Summit in Saudi Arabia today for the first time since his country was suspended from the organization in 2011 for its brutal crackdown on protesters. Syria was re-admitted earlier this month. Steven A. Cook, a senior fellow for Middle East and Africa studies at the Council on Foreign Relations, joined Anne-Marie Green on CBS News Morning to discuss the summit.
Sudan conflict ongoing amid cease-fire talks
Fighting escalated Wednesday in Sudan's capital, Khartoum, as talks between the rival groups continue in Saudi Arabia. U.S. negotiators are "cautiously optimistic" about a possible short-term cease-fire to allow humanitarian aid into the country, Under Secretary of State Victoria Nuland told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Wednesday. BBC News correspondent Barbara Plett Usher joined Anne-Marie Green on "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the latest developments.
800,000 people could flee Sudan conflict: UN
The United Nations warns fighting in Sudan could lead to a mass exodus by the end of the year. Officials estimate more than 800,000 people could try to seek refuge in neighboring nations. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio spoke with refugees making the journey across the Red Sea to Saudi Arabia.
Americans fleeing Sudan sail across the Red Sea
American citizens fleeing Sudan's civil unrest braved a 10-hour journey across the Red Sea to Saudi Arabia. Ramy Inocencio reports.
A young American's fear and joy as she escapes the crisis in Sudan
Reefan, 13, told CBS News she was excited to be "going to a safer place," but she's leaving a lot behind, and thousands of others are still desperate to get out.
Trump says he's signed bill to release Epstein files
President Trump said Wednesday he has signed a bill that requires the Justice Department to release files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days.
Judge questions prosecutor's handling of indictment in Comey case
A judge repeatedly questioned prosecutors about the validity of the indictment returned by a grand jury and its handling by interim U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan.
Epstein messages show effort to connect with former friend Bill Gates
"He wants to talk to you but his wife won't let him," an apparent adviser to Gates told Epstein.
Larry Summers takes leave from Harvard after release of Epstein emails
Larry Summers abruptly went on leave Wednesday from teaching at Harvard University over recently released emails showing he maintained a friendly relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
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Coast Guard admiral, DEA administrator defend strikes on alleged drug boats
The strikes have come amid a broader buildup of U.S. military forces in the Caribbean as the Trump administration continues to put pressure on Venezuela.
Trump to host Mamdani at White House on Friday, president says
President Trump and New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will have a meeting at the White House on Friday, the president said Wednesday in a post on Truth Social.
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FBI veteran alleges he was fired for displaying Pride flag
A 16-year FBI employee has filed a lawsuit alleging he was fired last month because he had a Pride flag displayed near his desk.
Botulism cases rise to 31 amid ongoing recall of ByHeart baby formula
The FDA said it received multiple reports that the baby formula is still being found on store shelves in multiple states.
House votes to repeal new law allowing $500K lawsuits from senators
House lawmakers moved quickly to repeal a provision that allows senators to sue for $500,000 over phone record seizures. It's unclear what the Senate will do.