Noor Islamic Bank may break even in 2011
At a time when Islamic banking is losing some of its early launch shimmer, Dubai’s Noor Islamic Bank is looking to break even a year earlier.
June 8, 2011 3:36Malaysian body drafts standards to expand halal industry
A Malaysia-based group is drafting halal standards to give Muslim countries a framework to regulate a $2 trillion global industry ranging from food to finance.
April 5, 2011 12:09UK’s Islamic banking market strong
As Times of London declares “Shariah-compliant banking products a 'huge flop’ in Britain,” writer contends the market is driven by investors from abroad.
June 28, 2010 11:07
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
Tumblr officially off the market
Yahoo! board unanimously approves the acquisition...
May 19, 2013 3:20
A major step for Turkey
As Prime Minister Erdogan showcases Turkey's prestige on a visit to the White House, the country has its ratings upgraded...
May 19, 2013 9:45
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