Saudi women in Saudi Arabia gain right to drive
KU students and doctors discuss the historic royal decree lifting the driving ban in Saudi Arabia. The change, praised by women like Alfadeel and Al-Samiri, is seen as a major step toward greater independence and ongoing reforms in education and civic life.
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Bayan
California
Hassan
Lawrence
Free State High School
Fatimah al Ghafli
Lawrence High School
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Reem Al-Samiri
KU School of Education
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Jenna
Salman
Local notices and contact lines from Lawrence Journal World
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Restrictions on Saudi Women Persist Beyond Driving Rights
Human Rights Watch highlights ongoing gender-based barriers in Saudi Arabia. Women still need male guardian consent for marriage and divorce, cannot travel, obtain passports or IDs, open bank accounts, or manage child finances without male approval. Inheritance and medical treatment also require guardianship, and custody rules favor male relatives.
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Kansas court critiques school funding equity in new model
The Kansas Supreme Court in a webinar noted the ruling leaves the amount of adequate per pupil funding unclear while faulting the new funding formula for widening equity gaps. It highlighted LOB limits, capital outlay use, and equalization flaws, urging briefs by April 30 and oral arguments May 22.
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Births in Lawrence Two boys born to Scott and Koester couples
Jeff and Meghan Scott in Lawrence welcomed a boy Tuesday. Rebecca and Patrick Koester in Lawrence welcomed a boy Tuesday.
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Journal-World Corrects Errors Policy Statement
The Journal World notes a policy to fix significant errors brought to editors. Readers are urged to report mistakes by calling 785-832-7154 or emailing news at jworld.com.
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