MTV documentary stirs controversy
An MTV documentary on young Saudis has sparked an uproar in the Kingdom.
June 3, 2010 9:58
The expat invasion
Recently released figures from the National Bureau of Statistics paint a revealing portrait of the UAE today, not least the division of economic activity between expats and nationals.
May 30, 2010 1:01
US fights to contain oil slick
Attempts made to protect coastlines as oil leak crawls towards land, threatening an already fragile ecosystem.
May 4, 2010 8:22UAE banks to see more bad loans this year
Non-performing loans are expected to increase to 6.4 percent, a central bank official said on Tuesday.
February 9, 2010 12:01
Deep in debt
Istithmar World may have borrowed up to 90 percent of the money it used to buy stakes in companies worldwide.
September 14, 2009 10:21
Why was UAE’s first property auction a flop?
Dubai’s first property auction fared worse than it expected. The market needs to step up its drive to attract investors.
May 27, 2009 3:40
Armed to the teeth, Part I
GCC states are stockpiling high-tech weapons. They say it’s for protection. This two part series looks at the potential conflicts in the region, and how regional governments are preparing for them.
October 20, 2008 12:14
Answers to Gulf food crisis must be found closer to home
Striking deals with farms in Pakistan and Sudan may help alleviate short term problems, but domestic production must be improved.
August 25, 2008 8:23
Dusting off the Emirates ID card
The Emirates Identity Authority is 'keen' on making its ID cards more functional.
May 16, 2013 5:57
Turkish Airlines Can Ride Out Turbulence
The airline said there had been little impact on May 15 from a strike in protest over pay and previous sackings.
May 16, 2013 2:57
Air Berlin doesn't need Etihad's help
Last year, the German carrier posted its first annual profit since 2007.
May 16, 2013 10:54
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43
Fake pilot 'on the run'
Michael Fay forged papers and operated as a pilot for Afriqiyah Airways for eight months. . .
May 14, 2013 11:26