Saudi Arabia And Its Allies Strike Yemen's Main Port City
The U.S.-backed coalition says it aims to oust Iranian-sponsored Houthi rebels, but aid groups warn of potentially high civilian casualties.
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U.N. Withdraws From Yemeni Port City Amid Fears Of Devastating Attack
The U.N. pulled foreign staff from Hodeidah amid efforts to avert an attack by pro-government forces backed by the United Arab Emirates. A shutdown of the port could put hundreds of thousands at risk.
Dresses Flutter On Drones In Saudi Fashion Show, But Critics Aren't Buying It
The organizer says the novel approach was a way to celebrate fashion while keeping to Ramadan sensibilities.
Hooking Up Gets Easier To Do In Saudi Arabia
These days, some young people in the conservative kingdom also use Tinder to find a match.
Vogue Cover Of Saudi Princess In The Driver's Seat Sparks Controversy
Vogue Arabia meant to celebrate "the trailblazing women of Saudi Arabia" before a ban on female drivers is lifted. Instead, critics said the photo overlooked women who fought for the right to drive.
Arrests Of Saudi Women's Rights Activists 'Point To The Limits Of Change'
The arrested women "could have been powerful ambassadors for the new Saudi Arabia. Instead, they are being branded as traitors," says Kristian Ulrichsen of Rice University.
Saudi Women's Activists Arrested Ahead Of Driving Ban
For years they fought for the right to drive and an end to their country's male guardianship system. This week they were taken into custody by authorities.
First Guantanamo Inmate Released Under Trump Administration
The Pentagon says a 43-year-old convicted al-Qaida operative has been returned to his home country after more than 15 years at the installation on Cuba. He'll serve nine more years in Saudi Arabia.
'Culture Shock Within Their Own Country': Saudis Come To Grips With Swift Changes
Activities once forbidden — cinema, music, women driving — are now OK. It makes some Saudis nervous. "I talk to younger people, they are happy with it," says a Saudi woman. "But older people are not."
Lubna Olayan Broke Saudi Arabia's Glass Ceiling. Now She Wants More Women To Work
The influential Saudi CEO discusses what she's done to get more women working.