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Saudi Survey: Saudi Girls Using Cellphones "Negatively"

A survey published by the Human Rights Association in Saudi Arabia showed that 85% of girls in the country use cellphones "negatively."

According to the survey, 99% of the girls' text messages violate social bans by sending their phone numbers in text messages so people can call them back.

Source: Al-Hayat, London, March 10, 2008

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