Waiting game–UN will take weeks on Palestinian bid
Palestinians still working on getting required nine votes; United States set to use veto at Security Council; Netanyahu says he is willing to hold direct talks
September 25, 2011 12:42
In would-be Palestinian state, a dose of reality
While leaders mount UN bid, Palestinian independence seems like fantasy, what with the struggle to survive on West Bank and a cash crisis posing a risk to Palestinian Authority.
September 21, 2011 11:45
Feeble-minded: EU still undecided on Palestinian statehood bid
Without resolution plans, EU remains undecided on Palestinian statehood and want to avoid an internal 27-bloc split on the decision. The Arab League, US and Turkey are on opposing teams.
September 13, 2011 2:18
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
Tumblr officially off the market
Yahoo! board unanimously approves the acquisition...
May 19, 2013 3:20
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