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Palestinians weigh up option of seeking UN membership
Recent recognition from Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay brought to 104 the number of countries that recognise a Palestinian state based upon borders after the 1967 Arab-Israeli war,
Thirty years on, fans still weep for Lennon
The former Beatle John Lennon was murdered in New York on December 8, 1980. Around the world, his death is still remembered by loyal fans.
Dubai reins in imports of Congo's 'conflict minerals'
UN experts praise new trade regulations which will make it harder for armed groups in DR Congo to profit by selling gold and gems on the world market.
UN forecasts less growth for Middle East
Sluggish recovery in the developed world and limits on oil production will be holding back expansion of the region's economy.
UAE begins UN sanctions against Iran
Restrictions such as port bans, the prevention of some its citizens entering the country and inspecting shipments to and from the country targets Iran's nuclear programmes.
Bucking global trend, HIV infections double in region
The number of people infected with HIV in the Middle East and North Africa more than doubles in less than a decade, compared with notable drops in other parts of the world.
Contagion stalks the UN and there's not a cure in sight
The United Nations is struggling with two contagions: bed bugs at its Manhattan headquarters and a Caribbean cholera outbreak that many Haitians blame on UN peacekeepers. The world body needs to clean up its act on both counts.
Middle East HIV infections double
The numbers of people becoming infected with HIV in the Middle East and North Africa has more than doubled in less than a decade, the UN warns.
The UN should set aside a day for common sense
Although it has probably escaped your notice, tomorrow is World Philosophy Day.
UN says North Korea conducting illegal nuclear trade
The country is using an elaborate network of intermediaries and bogus firms to supply contraband to Iran, Syria and Myanmar, a UN report says.
Arab states among leaders in raising living standards
Oman is the global leader in health, education and wealth gains, with four other Arab states ranked among the "top 10 movers" in this week's Human Development Report.
Manhattan film festival seeks to tell the Arab story
A month-long series of auteur works being screened at Manhattan's Museum of Modern Art aims to change western viewers' perceptions of Arab cinema.
Corruption watchdog lauds UAE
The country is judged second only to Qatar in its efforts to stamp out graft in the Gulf.
Major players up for seats on UN council
Observers say emerging economies such as Germany, India, Canada, Brazil, South Africa and Nigeria could help reform the body.
Times Square attempted bomber gets life sentence
The former financial analyst and US citizen Faisal Shahzad shows no remorse and warns ‘more blood’ will flow.
