Canada's 'honour killings': Where is the sense of honour?

As Canada continues to pour troops and money into American wars and intrigues in the Muslim world, the media focuses on so-called honour killings, writes Eric Walberg.

Overcoming Islamophobia in American Elections

Islam has become an important part of American discourse leading up to the 2012 federal elections and candidates everywhere appear eager to take a position on Islam for political gain, notes Muqtedar Khan.

Can Maliki Survive Washington’s Designs?

Four developments demonstrate that Washington is taking the initiative to reassert its presence in Iraq, says Abbas J. Ali.

Anti-Semitism and Israel’s Inherent Contradictions

While numerous intellectuals, activists and ordinary members of Jewish communities around the world have strongly protested Israel’s treatment of the Palestinians, as well as Israel’s misuse of the Jewish religion to attain political goals, Israel relies greatly on the support of Jewish communities, organizations and individuals for vital funds, political support and lobbying, writes Ramzy Baroud.

Community Policing: Bahrain’s Way Forward?

Reforming much-hated security forces are the first step in resolving the Island nation’s sectarian conflict before it deteriorates further, says Daniel Nisman.

Ultra Violence - How Egypt’s Soccer Mobs are Threatening the Revolution

This tragedy is not simply a story of a match gone horribly awry: It will have important and wide-ranging political ramifications, further isolate militant, highly politicized, violence-prone fan groups, single out the police for renewed criticism, and strengthen calls for the imposition of law and order, reports James M. Dorsey.

Ongoing Sudan oil spat sends jitters to global oil market

Global oil traders are nervously watching dragging dispute over compensation between Sudan, South Sudan.

Broke Egypt asks World Bank for $1 billion loan

New government revises Morocco’s growth forecast down to 4.2%

Iraq oil minister gives assent for Statoil-Lukoil sale

Ahmadinejad’s prediction: Iran's economy will grow despite sanctions

Brazil's trade with Arab world significantly soars

IMF: Libya's finances 'precarious'

Tunisia tourism in crisis: Tour agencies could be forced to close

Israeli ‘Steel Canal’ to bypass Egypt’s Suez Canal

Arab Spring at centre stage of Million's Poet competition

Poetry about Arab world’s unstable political situation dominates this year’s most popular TV program in region.

Narrative performance of Kalima’s Heidi story on Al-Rawabit Theatre in Cairo

Abu Dhabi gears up for 22nd edition of international book fair

A Separation, Omar Killed Me in Oscars foreign film shortlist

Iranian movie wins best foreign film at Golden Globes

Saudi poets slam ‘plague’ of extremism, poverty in Million’s Poet

Sheikh Zayed Book Award announces second longlist

Kalima publishes 'Architecture, Mysticism and Myth: Sacred Geometry'

Sheikh Zayed Book Award announces longlist of book titles

 

Egypt Islamists ‘uproot’ Adel Imam for ‘defaming Islam’

Cairo court sentences Arab world's most famous actor, Adel Imam, to three months in jail for ‘defaming Islam’ in several roles on stage, screen.

Indian favourite Radio Mirchi launches in UAE

UAE's airwaves will receive spicy makeover with arrival of country's newest radio station, Radio Mirchi.

ADACH establishes state-of-the-art facilities for protecting art, heritage

Facilities on National Archive Building’s ground floor in Abu Dhabi accommodate wide array of collections as part of ADACH’s mission to preserve UAE heritage.

Arab artists take part in British Dance Edition 2012 in London

British Dance Edition 2012 offers exciting opportunity to connect Arab artists, practitioners with contemporary dance scene in UK.

Saudi Arabia builds stadium to accommodate women

Stadium in Red Sea port city of Jeddah, scheduled to be completed in 2014, will have private cabins, balconies to accommodate female spectators.

Islamic aid agencies battle the odds in Gaza

Many international Islamic charities working in Gaza are treading extremely carefully to avoid falling foul of anti-terror legislation.

Tehran speaks Spanish: New TV channel deals blow to 'dominance seekers'

Ahmadinejad officially launches Iran's latest foreign-language news channel, 24-hour satellite broadcaster aimed at Spanish speakers worldwide.

ADACH unveils plans for Al Ain National Museum, Hili Archaeological Park

ADACH Chairman says two cultural projects are drawing on resources of UAE’s heritage, protecting them.

ADACH takes part in Tawdheef 2012

Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage seeks to attract local cadres at Abu Dhabi Recruitment Show.

Why UAE works for our families

Expat life is challenging for couples, perhaps more so for spouses who give up career to follow their partner.

Arab Spring at centre stage of Million's Poet competition

Poetry about Arab world’s unstable political situation dominates this year’s most popular TV program in region.

Let Corporate Games begin in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi's inaugural Corporate Games will feature 16 sports - badminton, basketball, beach soccer, beach volleyball, cricket, dragon boating, golf, karting, netball, running, football, shooting, table tennis, tennis, tenpin bowling, touch rugby.