by Abdulrahman Al-Rashed | Oct 12, 2016 | Opinion
I asked Dr Ahmed Al-Khatib who is in charge of a project that is considered by some as the most difficult in the Saudi government: “Are you confident that you can do this?” His answer was practical; “Come and attend one of our events”. A week ago, I attended an...
Palestinian youth skateboarding in Gaza. (Asharq Al-Awsat photo)
by Asharq Al-Awsat | May 29, 2013 | Lifestyle & Culture
London, Asharq Al-Awsat—A number of teenagers in the Gaza Strip have begun to get together every evening to perform wild skateboarding stunts along the narrow corniche, drawing crowds of amused—and bemused—locals. Just before sunset, dozens of young Gazans ride their...