In the male-dominated world of motors and engines, 30-year-old Merryhan Al-Baz has shattered stereotypes and achieved a historic milestone as the world’s first female crane driver in race competitions. Her remarkable journey from a young enthusiast to a recovery marshal at the Diriyah E-Prix 2022 reflects the changing landscape of opportunities for women in Saudi…
In a society where diamonds are often considered a girl’s best friend, an extraordinary exhibition at the Sultan bin Abdulaziz Science and Technology Center challenges this notion, suggesting that agate, with its symbolic representation of femininity, is equally precious. Titled “The Agate,” this remarkable exhibition is curated by Saudi artist Esmat Mohsen Almohandis and features…
Mashael Al-Obaidan, a 33-year-old passionate rally racer from Saudi Arabia, is set to embark on the adventure of a lifetime as she gears up for the 2023 Dakar Rally, one of the most challenging motorsport events globally. Fresh from her second-place win in the T3 class at the Hail International Rally, Mashael Al-Obaidan is ready…
Raed Alsemari, a budding filmmaker hailing from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has embarked on a promising career that is already etching her name into the annals of Saudi Arabian cinema history. In January 2019, her satirical short film titled “Dunya’s Day” achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first locally produced film to grace the screens…
In the ever-evolving world of fashion, trends come and go like the seasons. From mini bags to chunky sneakers, the fashion industry is known for its cyclical nature, where styles from the past make triumphant comebacks. In a recent unexpected twist, a vintage accessory has risen to the forefront of the fashion scene: gloves. This…
Empowerment of women in the Arab world is on the rise, with significant progress made in recent years. A YouGov study commissioned by Arab News for the Arab Strategy Forum sheds light on the positive outlook regarding women’s empowerment in the region. This optimism is driven by recent developments, such as women driving in Saudi…
