The furore over the first Riyadh Comedy Festival has put the country’s human-rights record under fresh scrutiny, particularly for its treatment of women. Some of the world’s most high-profile comics, ...

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Is Saudi Arabia safe for female tourists? What are the rules for foreign women there? If you are traveling to Saudi Arabia as a woman or as a solo female, then this is a must read! With so many mixed ...

The women playing on the small field knew they were taking a risk. Their pitch had to be covered, players hidden so no one could look in, and the person renting it to them had to turn a blind eye.

If you are wondering how to dress as a female traveler in Saudi Arabia, you have come to the right place. Here I will cover specific regional considerations, what not to pack, and exactly what to wear ...

SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia has failed to include a single female athlete in its 199-strong team for the upcoming Asian Games in South Korea, saying its women are not sufficiently competitive.

While change is happening, institutionalizing it may take longer. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- I was in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for the second time in six months and could feel the change between my visits ...