Juan Cole

The Real Olympic Question: Do Saudis Want to Integrate?

JUAN COLE: These are the first Olympic Games where women from every country in the world are participating. There is a bigger question for Saudis.

 James M. Dorsey

Money Talks: Qatar’s WC Bid Fits SWF Strategy

Money Talks: Qatar’s WC Bid Fits SWF Strategy

JAMES M. DORSEY: Flush with cash, Qatar spared no cost in its campaign to win the bid the World Cup. But are there ethical questions here?