Discovery of Immense Fortifications Dating Back 4,000 Years Enclose Khaybar Oasis in Northwest Arabia
You don't need to pile sandstone and dirt up 15 feet—as tall as three men—and build 180 bastions to keep your camels from wandering off.
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Saudi King Calls for Unity, Reconciliation at Interfaith Conference
King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia sponsored an interfaith conference that kicked off in Madrid yesterday in an effort to bring Muslims, Christians, and Jews closer together.
Scientists Turn Plastic Waste Into Valuable Commodities, to Create a Bigger Market for Waste Materials
Scientists find simple method for retrieving valuable chemicals from plastic waste using microwaves, so recyclers can make more money
Saltwater Toilets May Soon Begin Saving Fresh Water Around the World Thanks to New Red Sea Bacteria
Saudi Arabian scientists have discovered a new bacteria that is 90% successful in treating wastewater from saltwater toilets.
Saudi Arabia Plans to Plant 50 BILLION Trees - And Reduce Carbon Emissions by 60%
The Green Saudi and Green Middle-East initiatives, announced by Saudi officials, aim to plant 50 billion trees and drastically cut emissions.
Saudi Arabia is Building a Zero-Carbon City With No Cars or Pollution: 'A new era of civilization'
In the NEOM Business Hub, Saudi Arabia has announced the start of construction on The Line, a zero carbon tech-driven city of the future.
These Solar Panels Also Pull in Water Vapor to Grow Crops in the Desert
Using a unique hydrogel, scientists successfully draw water out of dry air to grow spinach—while producing power with solar panels.
Gourmet Meals Cooked Over Molten Lava: Foodies Offer One-of-a-Kind Experience in Ancient Canyon (LOOK)
This pop-up event in Saudi Arabia used molten lava to cook food for diners. The unbelievable scene was produced by experimental creatives at London-based Bompas & Parr studio, utilizing research from a leading expert in molten rock, Professor Robert Wysocki of Syracuse University in the U.S. Guests were seated in The Shlal Canyon at AlUla […]
Saudi Arabia to Curb Oil Use With $50B Renewable Energy Plan
Saudi Arabia is about to step down as one of the world's top crude oil exporters with the launch of this sustainable energy plan.
20 Women Elected in Saudi Arabia as Females Vote for the First Time
In a landmark election, 20 Saudi women were elected to public office for the first time–and Uber offered free rides to any who need to get to the polls.
Saudi Arabia to Allow Women to Drive in Historic Decision
Activists are honking their horns after a sudden announcement from Saudi Arabia that will finally allow women to drive a car.
Amazing Turnaround as Saudi Leader Denounces Conservative Clerics in Push for Progressive Future
"70% of the Saudi population is under 30, and honestly we will not spend the next 30 years of our lives dealing with destructive ideas," said the prince.
Saudi Woman Defies Driving Ban to Save Man's Life
This 20-year-old university student is being hailed as a hero for defying Saudi Arabia's driving laws to save her bus driver's life.
Saudi Women Will No Longer Need Men's Permission to Seek Education, Health Care
The country may be far from total gender equality, but this is a groundbreaking next step.
Watch Saudi Woman Celebrate the End of Female Driving Ban By Doing a Lap in F1 Race Car
Aseel Al-Hamad has been an advocate for women's rights and female participation in moto-sport – which is why she celebrated this historic week in style.
Saudi King Grants Women Seats on Advisory Council for 1st Time
Saudi Arabia's official news agency said Friday that King Abdullah issued a royal decree granting women seats on the country's top 150-member advisory council for the first time.
Saudi Girls Get Gym Classes for the First Time (And Other Advances)
Saudi Arabia is changing slowly, but advances for women since 2005, including new gym classes in public schools for girls, portend a future with even more equality.
Saudi Arabia To Allow Women's Sports Clubs
Saudi Arabia is to license women's sports clubs for the first time, al-Watan daily reported, in a major step for an ultra-religious country where clerics have warned against female exercise.
Saudi Prince Will Donate His $32 Billion Dollar Fortune to Charity
A Saudi prince worth $32 Billion is the latest of the super-wealthy to declare he will donate his fortune toward helping others.
Saudi King Gives Women Right to Vote and Run as Candidates
Women in Saudi Arabia will be given the right to vote and run in future municipal elections, King Abdullah announced yesterday. He also will appoint women to the all-male national advisory council.
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