The stereotype that Saudis are not eager to work lingers in some circles. But in today’s Saudi Arabia, that view is increasingly out of date. Across the Kingdom, a new generation is stepping up—not just to take jobs, but to reshape what work means. Ambition is no longer just about climbing a ladder; it's about building one.
Jun 26, 2025
A former university lecturer trading academia for the DJ booth might have once drawn disapproval in Saudi Arabia. Today, it draws curiosity—and quiet respect. As creative and athletic careers gain visibility, the Kingdom is reassessing what counts as meaningful work.
Jun 7, 2025
Saudi women no longer fit the old narratives. As social and economic change reshapes daily life, the world is slow to catch up.
Jun 1, 2025
Saudi Arabia’s transformation is often measured in giga-projects and reform plans, but sometimes the more revealing shifts begin quietly — like the decision to turn your family’s old majlis into a dining room for strangers.
Apr 29, 2025
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Jun 26, 2025
