Iyad Madani, the Saudi Minister of Culture and Information has denied what happened to Abdul Rahman al-Husein. Sources close to al-Husein said that was untrue.

Waiter Rant provides some advice on paying the check at the end of the meal.

Is Not Magazine: A magazine that is published as a poster.

After Sorry Everybody, here comes We’re Not Afraid. Read more here.

Only in Saudi Arabia: The culture of partitions in restaurants and coffee shops. Have I told you how much I hate partitions? I hate them, I hate them! What’s the point of going out if you will stay enclosed in a cell smaller than a typical cubicle? Some people would say they like partitions because they provide privacy. Well, if you are looking for some privacy, go to some quiet classy place, and if someone violated your privacy, just let me know. I’ll come right away, and I’ll handle the situation. Inta tetdallal!

Husein Shubukshi wrote about the three different opinions of three members of the Saudi royal family regarding the issue of women’s driving, and he seemed to be happy about that because he thinks it reflects the diversity in the Saudi society. Before reading Shubukshi’s column, I had read two of the three opinions.

Today, I read the third one. It was written by Prince Mamdouh Bin Abdul Aziz, and he is against the right of women to drive. I respect all opinions, and I’m sure a part of the society would agree with Prince Mamdouh’s point of view. However, I was surprised by the level of discussion between Prince Mamdouh and a Saudi journalist who disagreed with him. The reply of the prince included a personal attack, and calling names!

Several members of the Shoura Council have refused to include the issue of women’s driving to be discussed in the council next week. Are they going to kill Dr. Al-Zulfa attempts? I hope not.