[COLUMNIST] When China meets the Arab world: A new beginning is possible
President Xi Jinping pledged that there is no such thing as an "indefinite war," a feature that has become more and more endemic in Gaza.
Thu Jun 06 2024
AI-powered virtual news anchor makes debut in Kuwait
The virtual news anchor marks a significant step in the development of artificial intelligence in journalism and media in the Arab world.
Tue Apr 11 2023
Passion for pigeons persists in Arab world
The practice of domesticating pigeons with people not only training birds for competitions but also serving them up as a dining delicacy.
Mon Mar 15 2021
Fiancee of Khashoggi, human rights group sue Saudi crown prince in U.S.
The Saudi embassy did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the lawsuit.
Wed Oct 21 2020
WWE signs first woman wrestler from Arab world in global push
World Wrestling Entertainment Inc. signed its first female performer from the Arab world on Sunday, smashing cultural taboos.
Mon Oct 16 2017
Trump takes sides in Arab rift, suggests support for isolation of Qatar
U.S. President Donald Trump took sides in a deep rift in the Arab world on Tuesday, praising Middle East countries' actions against American ally Qatar.
Wed Jun 07 2017
Women in sports ad strikes nerve in Arab world
An online commercial released by Nike this week that showed Arab women fencing, boxing and spinning on ice-skates has stirred controversy over its attempt to smash stereotypes.
Thu Feb 23 2017
Arab educators eye Japanese system
Efforts are increasing to introduce Japanese-style education, with its emphasis on special activities like cleaning and school events in countries across the Arab world and elsewhere.
Mon Oct 26 2015
Israel says no plan to allow Jews to pray at Al-Aqsa
Israel reassured Jordan that it would not allow Jewish prayer at Jerusalem's flashpoint Al-Aqsa mosque compound, after reports of a possible change raised concerns in the Arab world.
Thu Oct 23 2014
Arab world rallies behind US against Islamic State
Ten Arab states including Saudi Arabia "agreed to do their share in the comprehensive fight" against Islamic State.
Fri Sep 12 2014
Arab world should help people of Gaza - Dr Mahathir
The former prime minister said Arab nations should provide assistance to the people of Gaza who faced a myriad of difficulties.
Mon Jul 14 2014
Khaled Meshaal reelected as Hamas chief
Veteran Hamas leader Khaled Meshaal, who was reelected on Monday, is well-respected in the Arab world and seen as the best choice to steer the Islamists through a Middle East in turmoil.
Tue Apr 02 2013
Social networks grow in global political debate
Social media like Facebook and Twitter have become important elements in political and social discourse in a number of countries, particularly in the Arab world, a survey showed.
Thu Dec 13 2012