Widely spoken, Arabic, after Chinese, may be one of the most important languages to learn especially for those thinking of the military or work in the Gulf.

May 26, 2011 - Catherine E Whitehead

Learn Eastern, Iraqi, Egyptian, or Moroccan Arabic at online tutorials. Some require a little prior knowledge of Standard Arabic; others only the alphabet.

Jun 8, 2011 - Catherine E Whitehead

There are less than progressive forces that have insinuated themselves into the Arab Spring. This essay examines those less positive influences

Oct 16, 2011 - Richard Monroe

British physicist Jim al-Khalili recalls the Arab scientists and philosophers of 12 centuries ago who helped to shape our understanding of the world.

Feb 2, 2011 - Peter Feuilherade

Learning the Arabic language can seem like a daunting task but with practice and perseverance, knowing Arabic can become easy.

Dec 26, 2010 - Charlene Gray

Details of a Safari trip in Kruger National Park, South Africa and all the animals and surroundings of this wonderful place.

Jan 8, 2011 - Anita Johnson

For centuries the West has portrayed Africa as a dark and forbidding continent. This article presents a few suggested readings to dispel this myth.

May 20, 2008 - Michael LeFlem

Many people see the headlines in today's news, and think learning Arabic could be a good career move. Is this, or is it not, a good idea?

Jan 21, 2010 - William Halsey

Not only is Dubai the place to experience traditional Arab Culture, it also is one of the world's richest cities. Shopping in Dubai is among the best in the world.

Jun 1, 2007 - Cathy Smith

The Obama administration may have found the right formula to alter America's standing in the Middle East.

May 8, 2011 - Lawrence Sampson

Do the people of Tunisia, Syria, Libya, Egypt, Bahrain, and South Asia really want freedom? Western respect for their formidable traditions? Or both?

Dec 5, 2011 - John Anderson

Can the recent uprisings in North Africa and the Middle East lead to government by the common citizen? Or will the outcome be "business" as usual?

Mar 24, 2011 - Walter Romania

Arab world turmoil and chaos have rocked investment markets the world over. Are we entering into an extended trading period of high risk and opportunity?

Feb 28, 2011 - Gerald Greene

Could the toppling of Egypt's President Mubarak lead to large scale Middle East regime change?

Feb 2, 2011 - John Griffin

Orson Welles, Ridley Scott, Yves Saint Laurent, Winston Churchill, Peter Bowles, Sean Connery and Jimi Hendrix are just a few of the rich and famous fans of sunny Morocco

Oct 4, 2009 - Kate Nivison

Africa is vast and diverse continent, and because of the many different cultures, there are many different types of food, and styles of cooking.

Jan 8, 2011 - Mellissa Bushby

During the Middle Ages, the Mediterranean shoreline of North Africa became pirate country and the battleground for centuries of Muslim/Christian warfare.

May 2, 2011 - Brenda Ralph Lewis

Africa has it all as a vacation destination. Safaris, adventure, culture, shopping, eco-tours, beach holidays, history or just to get away to a different culture.

Jun 22, 2007 - Karen Lotter

A few easy and helpful hints to make your African Safari a little easier and enjoyable.

Dec 19, 2010 - Michelle LaQuay