UNICEF says 384 children killed so far in Syria
Agency says most victims are boys; detainees younger than 14; Figures based on reports from local human rights groups; UN concedes unable to track overall death toll in Syria
January 28, 2012 1:23
Here’s hoping the kids stay alright
When it comes to these questionable toys and appalling behaviour, Precious de Leon isn’t waxing lyrical.
March 27, 2011 5:01
Poll Story: Ban on public smoking
Kipp readers and the most current medical research both support the health benefits of a public smoking ban.
June 14, 2010 6:06Emaar Retail launches season of fun for the little ones at The Dubai Mall
The Dubai Mall Summer Camp this year positions The Dubai Mall as definitive summer destination for family fun and children’s edutainment.
June 14, 2010 3:46
Children are big business
There are some things money can’t buy. For everything else, there’s a high-end children’s boutique.
May 23, 2010 1:01
Queen Rania of Jordan
She works for social justice, children’s rights, and interfaith understanding. Meet the down-to-earth royal who enjoys one really “cool day job.”
April 30, 2010 4:08Queen Rania of Jordan
She works for social justice, children’s rights, and interfaith understanding. Meet the down-to-earth royal who enjoys one really “cool day job.”
April 30, 2010 4:07Saudi council votes to protect children from exploitation
Members of Saudi Arabia’s Shoura Council expressed majority support for an international agreement that protects the rights of children.
April 12, 2010 3:35Saudi child bride drops fight to divorce 80-year-old
Girl, 12, unexpectedly gives up petition to split with man her father forced her to marry in exchange for a dowry.
February 2, 2010 10:43
Are you reconsidering sending your kid(s) to school this month because of swine flu?
The results are in.
September 22, 2009 10:01
Fantastic females
The key to driving down the rates of poverty and population growth lies with women, says Jonathan Power in Arab News.
May 14, 2009 2:55
From reel to real
Qatari parents are now naming their children after popular characters in TV soap operas.
April 5, 2009 12:27
Children are our future
How kids are helping Crocs, the world’s weirdest shoe, crack the Middle East market.
September 8, 2008 8:25
Arabtec workers: strike will continue
Employees say no promises for higher wages have yet been made.
May 21, 2013 11:57
Kuwait: expats sent packing
The state plans to get tough and reduce the number of foreign residents.
May 20, 2013 5:05
Dubai Labourers on 'rare' labour protest
Two Arabtec employees who asked not to be identified said several thousand workers engaged on various projects did not report for duty on Sunday.
May 20, 2013 9:33
A maid's wage
An FNC member to argue that minimum wages are 'taking advantage' of employers.
May 20, 2013 4:24
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43