‘Ugly, Blatant Racism’ Playing Out in Israel’s Elections
JONATHAN COOK: It seems to have fallen under the radar of the news-reporting community but some very unpleasant campaigning has been going on in this week's elections…
The Rouhani/Zarif Twitter Exchange: Improved Dialogue?
MICHAEL FELSEN, CGNEWS: A recent exchange of tweets hints at a more positive future dialogue between two regional superpowers. …
Cutting Egypt’s Military Aid: Washington’s Dangerous Game
JAMES M. DORSEY: It's clear that Washington has embarked on a major re-alignment of its strategic resources in the Middle East. …
Women Driving in Saudi Arabia: It’s Heating Up Again
CROSSOADS ARABIA: Another major protest is being organised for 26th of October and both sides are beginning to air their views …
Young Egyptians ‘Take Grassroots Action’ To Build Nation
RANDA GHAZY, CGNEWS: Refusing to be bowed by pressure to choose one side or the other young Egyptians are trying to take hold of their own future …
‘Thanks for Meeting Malala. But What About Other ‘Malalas’?’
MONDOWEISS: In an open letter to President Obama a young Pakistani woman welcomes his meeting with Malala but asks about victims of U.S drone strikes …
Sectarian Divisions Being Played Out on the Football Field
Sectarian divisions fuelling conflict across the Middle East have spilt on to…
The Influence of The Father: Strong But Varied Views
SHELINA ZAHRA JANMOHAMED: The influence that 'the father' has exerted over leading female politicians has varied considerably …
Packed Malls and Road Rage: Hajj Break in Kingdom
ABU MOHAMMED: Many of us on the Hajj break are slaves to our cars, busy transporting our loved ones from beach to mall to play center …
Oman’s Eid Holiday Furore: It’s Time to ‘Get Real’
DHOFARI GUCCI: It used to be 'holiday heaven' in Oman. Not any more and it's no bad thing really. …
