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Salafis gravitate towards the Brotherhood's political pole

As Egyptian elections approach, Salafis are still repositioning themselves ideologically. And in the process, they are moving closer to the Muslim Brotherhood.Read article Salafis gravitate towards the Brotherhood's political pole

Hassan Hassan

Today's Editorials

Banking reform establishes new safeguards
New regulations to regulate investment banks and other financial services companies are welcome.Read article

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Mediterranean gas fields are flashpoint
When it comes to disputed gas fields, jingoism has trumped economic interests.Read article

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In a class of his own
The astounding success of a student from Dubai in Indian examinations is an inspiration.Read article

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Saudi Arabia knocks off Russia as world's biggest oil producer

February 2002 --- GOSP2 (Gas Oil Separation Plant) burns off excess gas that cannot be sent to the refinery at the oil field in Shaybah, Saudi Arabia. Credit must read: George Steinmetz/Corbis/arabianEye.com

May 21, 2012

Saudi Arabia has overtaken Russia as the larger producer of oil in the world. But the country cannot carry the can alone. Read Article Saudi Arabia knocks off Russia as world's biggest oil producer

Florian Neuhof

European bank targets Middle East with €1 billion fund

May 21, 2012

Arab Spring economies are to gain support from a 1 billion euro fund from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. Read Article European bank targets Middle East with €1 billion fund

Tom Arnold

Film industry in Abu Dhabi produces blockbuster subsidy

From left: Emirati filmmakers Abdulla Al Kaabi, Mustafa Abbas, Mariam Al Serkal and Nawaf Al Janahi were chosen by the Abu Dhabi Film Commission to represent and promote the UAE film industry at the Cannes Film Festival. Stephen Lock for The National

May 21, 2012

Abu Dhabi offers a 30 per cent subsidy on films made in the emirate, in a move set to boost its fledgling production industry. Read Article Film industry in Abu Dhabi produces blockbuster subsidy

Ben Flanagan

Nakheel to cater to less well-heeled on Dubai's Palm

Nakheel is set to build 192 studio apartments on the Palm, catering to a younger and slightly less well-heeled generation. Jeff Topping / The National

May 21, 2012

Nakheel is to build 192 studio apartments on the Palm Jumeirah, catering for younger generation of customers and making the Palm more affordable to live on. Read Article Nakheel to cater to less well-heeled on Dubai's Palm

Rory Jones

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Recognising the best talent is key to nation's future

A reader believes American shows such asCSI: Miamiportray Arabs negatively. CBS / Everett / Rex Features

May 21, 2012

Letters to the Editor

Editorial

Banking reform establishes new safeguards

May 21, 2012

New regulations to regulate investment banks and other financial services companies are welcome. Read Article Banking reform establishes new safeguards

National Editorial

Editorial

Mediterranean gas fields are flashpoint

May 21, 2012

When it comes to disputed gas fields, jingoism has trumped economic interests. Read Article Mediterranean gas fields are flashpoint

National Editorial

Editorial

In a class of his own

May 21, 2012

The astounding success of a student from Dubai in Indian examinations is an inspiration. Read Article In a class of his own

National Editorial

Comment

China's Politburo proves vulnerable to power of scandal

May 21, 2012

Political scandal in China has benefitted those at the very top echelons of power. Read Article China's Politburo proves vulnerable to power of scandal

Minxin Pei

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Salafis gravitate towards the Brotherhood's political pole

May 21, 2012

As Egyptian elections approach, Salafis are still repositioning themselves ideologically. And in the process, they are moving closer to the Muslim Brotherhood. Read Article Salafis gravitate towards the Brotherhood's political pole

Hassan Hassan

Editor's Picks

Video: Bloodshed in Beirut

A night of fighting in the Lebanese capital claims at least two lives and wounds dozens Video: Bloodshed in Beirut

Sanchez Flores' future at Ahli may hinge on Etisalat Cup final

The Spaniard has hinted that victory tonight against Al Shabab will sway his decision to remain in Dubai. Sanchez Flores' future at Ahli may hinge on Etisalat Cup final

Film industry in Abu Dhabi produces blockbuster subsidy

Abu Dhabi offers a 30 per cent subsidy on films made in the emirate, in a move set to boost its fledgling production industry. Film industry in Abu Dhabi produces blockbuster subsidy

Art builds up before the UAE heats up

Art offerings in the UAE have come to an exciting climax before the height of summer strikes with two huge international institutions and a choice selection of local openings capping off the season. Art builds up before the UAE heats up

Right on time with hypnosis

Tired of my lack of punctuality, I decided to visit a hypnotherapist to find out why I am always running late and how to overcome the problem. Right on time with hypnosis