A police investigation by Dubai police last year revealed that the family of a four-year-old girl who was sexually assaulted on a school bus delayed reporting the attack for nine weeks. Had the crime been reported immediately, forensic evidence could have helped to catch the culprit. Read Article Protecting children is the first priority
Children are among the dozens reported dead so far in Moore, the Oklahoma City suburb ravaged by Monday's tornado that packed winds of up to 320 kilometres per hour. Tornado tears apart Oklahoma community
Now that the first few days of catwalk bling and celebrity razzle-dazzle have died down, the Cannes film festival has returned to what it does best: showcasing strong, socially engaged cinema with a global focus. Films with Arab themes hold sway at Cannes
Saadiyat is renowned for its hotels and beach clubs, but it is also a vital breeding ground for the endangered sea turtle. Operation Hawksbill swings into action
