“How the coronavirus crisis has shifted priorities for Arab cities”

This is a great new article written today about human population shift towards urban centers. Written by Afshin Molavi in arabnews.com, 29 Dec. 2020. Here are the first 4 paragraphs to the article: "WASHINGTON, DC: If you are looking for something new in human history, look no further than mass urbanization. Large, bustling, urban metropolises …

“Christians in Saudi Arabia observe Christmas in new season of religious tolerance”

Hope this season of the year finds you in good health and looking forward to the year 2021 with hope! Here's an interesting article about the observance of Christmas in KSA for Christians. Expats and employed residents from other countries find it easier to celebrate one of the most important holidays in the Christian calendar. …

This December 2020

Hello fellow followers and visitors! I have taken a L O N G break from the blog. Sorry about the distance...I have been so involved in this virtual school work with my kids, and trying to get the classes done on time. It is really trying for all of us. The boredom they experience from …

‘Resumption of international flights draws mixed expat reaction’

Here's the latest news concerning international flights in and out of Saudi. We've been able to fly interiorly this summer, however with Covid 19 restrictions, we'd need to wear masks everywhere and it is very hot in the summer to really be a tourist, enjoying the outdoors. Some have been waiting to fly out, while …