Residents of Borno, for centuries the seat of one of West Africa's oldest Islamic empires, feel they are targets for both sides in a more than three-year-old conflict they fear only a negotiated settlement can end. Read Article Nigeria's civilians bear brunt of Islamist conflict
Gunmen claiming to be from the Nigerian Islamist group Boko Haram release video threatening to kill a kidnapped French family of seven if authorities there don’t release their imprisoned comrades. Mana Rabiee reports. Watch Video Video: Nigerian Islamists threaten to kill French hostages
A discussion at Manarat Al Saadiyat will examine the art and photography of European artists travelling 'through the lights and images' of this region, writes Nick Leech
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In 1992, Major League Baseball commissioner Fay Vincent initially opposed an effort by a Japanese mogul to purchase the Seattle Mariners. Expect more to come. Global shift in North American sport
The flying car concept took a while to become reality but in America a company is on the verge of offering a version to the public. While the cost may be high, so is confidence that there is a viable market. Terrafugia Transition: flying cars roar into reality
