Robert Ditcham Archive
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Jan 28, 2011
140 teams and 16 solo diehards show up for camping, camaraderie and the Wadi Bih Run endurance race that has preserved the charm of its early days. Read Article They run 72km for a T-shirt and some stew
Sep 26, 2010
Prosecutors in the Suzanne Tamim murder retrial yesterday spent two hours hammering home their demand for the Lebanese singer's convicted killers to be sentenced to death. Read Article Tamim murder suspects' alliance 'with the devil'
Sep 25, 2010
The retrial of two Egyptian men convicted of the murder of Lebanese singer Suzanne Tamim begins today in Cairo. Read Article Suzanne Tamim murder retrial to resume today
Aug 12, 2010
Beginning on Sunday, silver taxis in the capital will cut the distance travelled per dirham from a full kilometre to 750 metres. Read Article Abu Dhabi taxi fares increase by one-third
Dec 25, 2009
Fame, competition and camaraderie are just a few of the things a retired athlete craves, leading some to take another shot at their sport. Read Article Schumacher returns: but what drives a comeback effort?
Jun 28, 2009
Buildings handy for the new Dubai rail system are already beginning to command higher prices while residents fear increased rents. Read Article Metro stations lift property prices
Jun 22, 2009
A reduction in the service and maintenance fee at the Discovery Gardens residential development on the outskirts of Dubai has failed to pacify flat owners. Read Article Fees cut, but service row simmers on
Jun 17, 2009
Manchester City's chairman is well aware that in many markets, including the Middle East, loyalty to players often trumps loyalty to teams. Read Article How star players can build a global brand
Jun 17, 2009
Khaldoon al Mubarak has been left under no illusions as to the importance of reviving Manchester City's brief but glorious era. Read Article Thirty years of abject hunger - 'I share it'
Apr 17, 2009
Bad luck and bad timing are realities of investing. Sometimes a brave decision is needed to get back on track. Read Article Salvaging a slice of the property pie
