All Articles with the tag #CulturalChange

The Ithra building in Dhahran, home to cultural and educational spaces, reflecting Saudi Arabia's commitment to knowledge and heritage. (Source: Shutterstock)
Rainer Hermann on How Saudi Arabia is Shaping Its Future

Saudi Arabia’s transformation extends beyond its skylines to its intellectual and cultural dynamics. Rainer Hermann, former Middle East correspondent for the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung (FAZ), analyzes how the Kingdom is balancing tradition with modernity and fostering a new era of global engagement in this interview with Saudi Times.

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The evolution of Saudi society is reflected in the growing prominence of its music industry, where artists like Loulwa Al-Sharif bring fresh perspectives while honoring cultural roots. (Source: @loulwa_music/Instagram)
How Saudi Arabia's Music Scene Reflects a Changing Society

Saudi Arabia’s rapid transformation is reshaping its cultural landscape, offering freedoms and opportunities unimaginable a few decades ago. For younger generations, these changes are simply life as they know it. For others, they represent a profound shift—a return to simplicity, normality, and joys that once seemed out of reach.

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