For the first time, Saudi women stand guard in Mecca during haj
Since April, dozens of female soldiers have become part of the security services that monitor pilgrims in Mecca and Medina, the birthplaces of Islam.
Wed Jul 21 2021
Saudi women gear up for new freedom as driving ban ends
Women in Saudi Arabia took to the roads at midnight on Sunday, ushering in the end of the world's last ban on female drivers.
Sun Jun 24 2018
Could this Saudi prince help end the ban on women driving?
Saudi Arabia's Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has suggested that he may favor lifting the ban, and urged patience from Saudi women.
Sat Apr 23 2016
Saudi holds first ever election open to women
In another first, women were allowed to stand as candidates in the polls for municipal councils, the country's only elected public chambers.
Sat Dec 12 2015
Two Saudi women sent to 'terrorism' court for driving
Two women's rights campaigners detained in Saudi Arabia have been transferred to a special tribunal for "terrorism", activists said on Thursday after the women appeared in court.
Fri Dec 26 2014