Saudi Arabia

The biggest population, the largest GDP, the most oil reserves, arguable the most conservative state within the GCC.

Saudi’s ‘Dear Diary’ Day: US Now Top Oil Producer

Saudi’s ‘Dear Diary’ Day: US Now Top Oil Producer

CROSSROADS ARABIA: It's a significant moment that's certainly not lost on the government and people of the Kingdom …

Women, Soccer and Islam: A Potent Mix

Women, Soccer and Islam: A Potent Mix

JAMES DORSEY: Even though Saudi Arabia did not qualify for the World Cup it's being followed avidly by women in the Kingdom …

Culture: It’s A Declining Currency in East and West

Culture: It’s A Declining Currency in East and West

ABU MOHAMMED: 'Salvador Dali. Who's he?' You would have thought a basic knowledge of 20th century art was required of college grads. …

‘Imams, Stay Out of Politics!’: New Saudi Edict

‘Imams, Stay Out of Politics!’: New Saudi Edict

CROSSROADS ARABIA: An interesting development in the separation of state and religion in Saudi Arabia has just occurred. …

Social Media Defeating Saudi ‘War on Pornography’

Social Media Defeating Saudi ‘War on Pornography’

CROSSROADS ARABIA: The authorities in the Kingdom admit that they're fighting a losing battle to stem a flood of pornography …

Saudi ‘Female Soccer Controversy Leads To Major Discussion

Saudi ‘Female Soccer Controversy Leads To Major Discussion

JAMES DORSEY: The attendance of American female senators at a soccer match in Riyadh has sparked a massive debate …

Believe It Or Not: Saudis Not Getting Enough Sun

Believe It Or Not: Saudis Not Getting Enough Sun

CROSSROADS ARABIA: A deficiency in Vitamin D is a serious issue for a significant portion of Saudi society. What's going on? …

Desert Elixir: The Miraculous Powers of Camel Milk

Desert Elixir: The Miraculous Powers of Camel Milk

LAYLA: Its healing properties have been known by residents of the Middle East for generations. But there is increasing scientific evidence of its power…

‘Stop Female Harassment!’ Saudis Support Stiff Penalties

‘Stop Female Harassment!’ Saudis Support Stiff Penalties

CROSSROADS ARABIA: A new poll reveals widespread public support for stronger action against individuals who abuse women in the Kingdom…

Saudi Tourism: Is It Finally About To Happen?

Saudi Tourism: Is It Finally About To Happen?

CROSSROADS ARABIA: We've had many false dawns on the Saudi tourism story but we may be on the cusp of a breakthrough now. …

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