NSF preparing for elections
National Salvation Front affirms the importance of electoral participation and renews calls for guarantees of fairness in upcoming elections
Israel PM says could block weapons to Syrian rebels
Israeli prime minister said if advanced arms fell into the hands of Islamist militants it could redefine regional security threats
Iraq bombings kill four ahead of polls
The country still faces significant security challenges, mainly from Sunni militants who carry out attacks in a bid to undermine confidence in the Shi'a-led government
Dahab – a gold mine of activity and relaxation
A seaside town providing for all your holiday needs
UAE breaks up ‘Qaeda cell’ of seven Arabs
Authorities accuse the Islamists of links to the Muslim Brotherhood, which is outlawed in the Gulf state.
Bites Fil Beit: Tagen ro’a’ bel batt – Tagine with crêpe crust and duck
We love food. We love the real, down to earth, tried-and-tested, handed-down-through-the-generations, local Egyptian food. Here is your chance to learn how to make these local delicacies in your own…
Many feared dead in US fertilizer plant blast
Major explosion at a Texas fertilizer plant destroys nearby buildings, causes deaths and injuries
The customised lifestyle of Antakh
A bean bag company takes lazing about seriously.
Boston and the Arab World: Where the Bombs Begin
By Jonathan Moremi When I saw the second plane fly into the World Trade Center on 11 September 2001 – there was shock on my face and horror. Not, because…