UN chief alarmed at Hezbollah actions in Egypt
UNITED NATIONS: Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is alarmed at the public admission by Lebanon s Hezbollah group that it provided support to Gaza-based fighters from Egypt and condemns the unwarranted interference…
Uranium traces discovered in Egypt not unusual, says diplomat
CAIRO: The traces of uranium discovered in Egypt were not an unusual occurrence, according to a diplomat close to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)."It is not that unusual for…
Broader Arab peace initiative not adopted at AL meeting
CAIRO: The Arab foreign ministers meeting in Cairo Thursday rejected making any amendments to the Arab peace initiative, as had been mooted prior to the discussions.Advocated as a "combined approach…
TRAVEL: Amsterdam: Town of wonders can be had for discount
Amsterdam is defined by its canals.Built 400 years ago in concentric horseshoes, they are the rib cage of the city. Coasting their waters on a canal boat opens windows onto…
Top designers, A-list moms redefine maternity look
When Angelina Jolie was expecting twins last year, she announced her pregnancy without saying a word. She simply walked one of Hollywood s red carpets in a slim-fitting black sheath…
Eveningwear summer trends: Dramatic and metallic
The spring and summer seasons are breeding grounds for wedding celebrations and the usual little black dress won't do. Summer weddings are opportunities to experiment with and enjoy bright colors…
New drug to treat diabetes via the brain
People with Type 2 diabetes may soon get a very different treatment approach: A drug that helps control blood sugar via the brain - an idea sparked, surprisingly, by the…
Help, it's all Greek to me!
I can't say that I really know my way around the kitchen, and attempts on my part to venture inside require courage of which I have very little. Fears of…
COMMENTARY: Islamic home finance offers new solutions in this economy
WASHINGTON, DC: The business model and growth of the Islamic finance sector - the only financial system in the world today that is based on the teachings of a major…