Markets Update:Traditionally, sharp swings in stock values without much explanation occur at the end of the week or before a major holiday - not at the start of the first full week of trading after Ramadan, as they did today. Read Article Abu Dhabi shares edge up, Dubai dips
Qatar's measure rose to its highest level in more than three weeks on expectation that the Gulf country will become an emerging market. Read Article MSCI upgrade hopes boost Qatar
Star Trek's technological feats are ahead of the times - dreamt up almost half a century ago, much of its technology is today a reality. Can’t you beam me up, Scotty?
Istanbul's famous mosque tries to strike balance between religion and tourism money by providing tourists with coverings. Thomas Seibert reports Turkey tightens Blue Mosque dress code