Saudi Arabia Lifts Ban on Women Drivers Sunday

Saudi Arabia on Sunday will lift the world's only ban on women driving.  The move is a milestone for Saudi women who have had to rely on drivers, male relatives, taxis or ride-hailing services to get around.  Earlier this month, Saudi Arabia's government began issuing licenses to women who already held driving licenses from other countries, including Britain, Lebanon and Canada. The women took a brief driving test before receiving their new licenses. However,...

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