A Happy Accident: The Undiscovered Joy of Doha
SARAH WALTON: If you happen to find yourself in Doha by accident, and a lot of people do, here's a guide to the high-spots. …
Child Labour: It’s a Human Blight That Shames All of Us
Last night at the hotel lobby of an Arab Gulf country, a…
Grilled Loin of Hyena: A Surprising Saudi Delicacy
CROSSROADS ARABIA: It may not feature high on the menu at many restaurants around the world but Saudis have a taste for hyena…
‘A Difficult Neigbourhood’: How Qatar Manages Its Relations
DAVID ROBERTS: The Qatari authorities have a very difficult diplomatic tightrope to walk and they have to play their hand with consistent skill …
“Everything’s Up For Discussion”: Open Debate in Oman
SUSAN AL SHAHRI: Arab Spring, employment issues, relations with other countries - nothing was off the agenda during a discussion with a senior government minister…
Dubai Expo 2020 – The Possibilities
Dubai is seriously upping its game with its bid to host the World Expo 2020.…
Outdated: Rote Learning Is Wrecking GCC Childrens’ Future
ABU MOHAMMED: It's an open secret that the education of the majority of nationals in GCC countries is a disaster. What's to be done about the situation/ …
Skype, Dissent and MERS: Concerns for Saudi Authorities
STEVE ROYSTON: Protecting telco operators revenues, internal dissent, labour rights and a dangerous virus. Difficult times for the Saudi authorities …
Faking News: It’s All Too Easy In The Digital Age
CROSSROADS ARABIA: The practice is as old as news itself but faking news has become a lot easier with new technology …
