UAE
Photos of Abu Dhabi Before the Oil Boom
Photographer Saleh al-Tamimi has been shooting his city since the 1970s, long before skyscrapers and luxury hotels took over.
Badar Salem
3.8.22
Photography
Women Can Go to Saudi Arabia's Theme Parks. But There Are Rules
Photographer Arwa Al-Na’imi used to love theme parks, but found them less fun as she got older and was separated from her brother.
Badar Salem
9.4.19
Military Service
People Told Us the Weirdest Ways They've Avoided Conscription
"I spent months gorging on as much fast food as possible. I added mayo to everything I ate, and even had it on its own as a snack between meals."
Badar Salem
11.6.18
women
Arab Women Talk About What It's Like to Walk Alone at Night
Women from across the Middle East talk about all the shit they have to deal with just to get home.
Badar Salem
11.28.17