Hey Iran, Saudi Arabia Has Some News For You
The kingdom launched a new Farsi website this week, but how will an Iranian audience react?
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For Young Saudi Women, Video Games Offer Self-Expression
Saudi women gamers gather at an annual convention, dressing as their favorite characters and exercising freedoms they want to see more of in their lives.
Human Rights Groups Criticize U.S. Arms Sale To Saudi Arabia
The U.N. is resuming peace talks on the war in Yemen. At the same time, the U.S. plans to sell more weapons to Saudi Arabia, even as civilian casualties from Saudi airstrikes in Yemen continue.
For Saudi Women, 'Baby Steps Into This World Of Democracy'
For the first time, women in Saudi Arabia are allowed run for office and vote. But they're still banned from driving and need a male guardian's permission to travel, work and pursue higher education.
Saudi Hay Farm In Arizona Tests State's Supply Of Groundwater
A Saudi Arabian dairy company owns 15 square miles in Arizona — and 15 water wells — to make hay to send home to cows. Local farmers are just realizing their water is being exported overseas as hay.
Death Toll In Hajj Stampede Rises To 769
Saudi Arabia announced the new figure, up from 717 on Friday. Meanwhile, Iran has said the tragedy is "not incompetence ... [but] a crime" due to lax security during the pilgrimage.
Saudi Arabia Faces Criticism Over Hajj Stampede That Killed 700
Iran accuses Riyadh of "incompetence" for the Saudi government's handling of security during the pilgrimage.
Stampede At Hajj Pilgrimage Near Mecca Kills Hundreds
The stampede is being called the worst in 25 years. It occurred on a street in Mina, a large valley where thousands of pilgrims camp overnight.
Gulf States Fend Off Criticism About Doing Little For Syrian Refugees
As domestic and international criticism mounts, Saudi Arabia and its peers are under pressure to review their policies toward migrants and refugees. They say they're already doing a lot to help.
Bin Laden Company Banned From Work In Mecca After Crane Disaster
A Saudi royal court says the Saudi Binladin Group, which has operated in the kingdom since the 1930s, can't pursue new projects until an inquiry is closed.