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Saudi Arabia to Host 2034 FIFA World Cup: What You Need to Know
FIFA officially announced Saudi Arabia as the host of the 2034 FIFA World Cup during an Extraordinary FIFA Congress meeting in 2024. FIFA President Giovanni Infantino made the announcement, marking a historic moment for the Kingdom and the football world. This is a major milestone for Saudi Arabia and shows how the country is positioning ... <a title="Saudi Arabia to Host 2034 FIFA World Cup: What You Need to Know" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-arabia-2034-world-cup-host/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia to Host 2034 FIFA World Cup: What You Need to Know">Read more</a>
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WhatsApp Will Stop Working on Older iPhones Starting May 2025
WhatsApp has announced that it will no longer support older versions of iOS starting May 5, 2025. This change means iPhones running iOS versions earlier than 15.1 will not be able to use the app. The decision will mainly affect iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus users. Newer iPhones will continue to work ... <a title="WhatsApp Will Stop Working on Older iPhones Starting May 2025" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/whatsapp-stop-support-older-iphones-2025/" aria-label="Read more about WhatsApp Will Stop Working on Older iPhones Starting May 2025">Read more</a>
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Saudi Arabia Grants Grace Period for Huroob Workers to Correct Status
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) has announced a 60-day grace period for Huroob(runaway) foreign workers to correct their status through the Qiwa platform. This campaign runs from December 1, 2024, to January 29, 2025. Workers with absence reports can use this period to transfer their services to a new employer. The ... <a title="Saudi Arabia Grants Grace Period for Huroob Workers to Correct Status" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-60-day-grace-huroob-workers/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia Grants Grace Period for Huroob Workers to Correct Status">Read more</a>
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Riyadh Metro: Ticket Prices & Working Hours
The first phase of the Riyadh Metro has officially launched. Here are the ticket prices and purchasing options. Riyadh Metro Ticket Prices You can use the same ticket for both the metro and Riyadh’s buses, making travel easy and convenient. Riyadh Metro Ticket Prices – First Class For those seeking a premium travel experience, the ... <a title="Riyadh Metro: Ticket Prices & Working Hours" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/riyadh-metro-ticket-prices/" aria-label="Read more about Riyadh Metro: Ticket Prices & Working Hours">Read more</a>
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Saudi Arabia to Launch Professional Cricket League
Saudi Arabia is preparing to launch its own professional cricket league. This move is part of a larger plan to invest in international cricket, in collaboration with the Public Investment Fund (PIF). As part of its cricket vision, the Kingdom will develop world-class stadiums in Riyadh, Jeddah, and Yanbu. These facilities aim to provide top-tier ... <a title="Saudi Arabia to Launch Professional Cricket League" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/saudi-arabia-cricket-league/" aria-label="Read more about Saudi Arabia to Launch Professional Cricket League">Read more</a>
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Who Pays the Rental Renewal Fees? Ejar Clarifies
The Ejar platform has clarified the annual fee required to renew rental contracts in Saudi Arabia. For residential buildings and apartments, the annual renewal fee is 125 SAR, which must be paid by the property owner. This was clarified in response to an inquiry from a beneficiary regarding whether the fees are the responsibility of the ... <a title="Who Pays the Rental Renewal Fees? Ejar Clarifies" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/rental-renewal-fees-ejar-clarifies/" aria-label="Read more about Who Pays the Rental Renewal Fees? Ejar Clarifies">Read more</a>
