A global interfaith initiative to change the world
By Rahim Kanani CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts: More than two-thirds of the world’s population — over 4 billion people — identify with one religion or another. Imagine the motivational energy of these 4…
How to negotiate with the Taliban
By Qamar-ul Huda WASHINGTON, DC: The war against the Taliban is passing the nine-year mark and NATO forces are waning in their commitment to a never-ending counterinsurgency war. Is time ripe…
Building the India-US partnership
By Ashley Tellis WASHINGTON, DC: President Barack Obama’s first presidential visit to India offers a unique opportunity to cement a global partnership with a rapidly emerging power. Set to become the…
Calling on Robert Wexler
By Alon Ben-Meir It is time for the White House to bring on a new Mideast peace team. At various points in the past several months Special Envoy for Middle East…
Ananda: Relaxing Nuweiba camp with cult following
Once reigning supreme as the ultimate Nuweiba destination, Basata is no longer the only camp today with a mass following. Just five minutes further down the Taba-Nuweiba Road (and around…
Crêperie Des Arts: Fine crêperie in Cairo
A long-time Maadi favorite, this cozy crêperie is a fine example of the world-class international cuisine on offer in this diverse Cairo neighborhood. While it may not look like much…
I’d like dates with my veal loin, please
When the Kempinski Nile Hotel threw a party to celebrate the opening of their tenth floor bar-restaurant-cigar lounge concept, Cairo’s socialites were thrilled. Finally, a venue that could be enjoyed…
Reem Acra returns home to Beirut with first store
Lebanese-born New York designer Reem Acra has a message to successful Lebanese entrepreneurs: No matter how big you become abroad, in the end you have to return home. On Wednesday,…
A quick getaway at the Ritz-Carlton Bahrain
As a child, nothing would elicit more excitement from me than new surroundings — particularly hotels. The possibilities of places to explore, like the bars and restaurants intended for grown-ups's…
Valerie Plame, in spotlight again
She's posed on the red carpet at Cannes in a flowing designer gown, at Deauville in a sleek black bustier and palazzo pants. She exchanges e-mails with Naomi Watts. Sean…
