Middle East athletes rack up 44 medals at Paris Olympics Ten Middle Eastern countries won medals at this year's Paris games. Algeria
From Egypt to Saudi: Meet Middle East's athletes at Paris Olympics Burgeoning Iraqi soccer star Ali Jasim and 2020 Israeli gold medal–winning gymnast Artem Dolgopyat are among the most-known competitors from the region. By Adam Lucente In New York City, reporting on regional news, militancy, climate change
Analysis Saudi Arabia's soccer dreams tested as Vision 2030 goal posts move 2023 saw Saudi Arabia take the world of soccer by storm with record-breaking spending on new stars, but those hoping for a repeat performance in 2024 have so far been left disappointed. By Samuel Wendel In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech
Ancient lost city may have been unearthed in UAE: What we know Archeologists believe recent discoveries in the United Arab Emirates’ Al Sinniyah Island may be connected to an ancient city famed for its pearls that fell into decline after the sixth century. United Arab Emirates
Qatar Foundation blames 'disinformation' for Texas A&M closure The US university decided to to close its branch in the Gulf state due to “heightened instability” in the region amid the war in the Gaza Strip. Gulf
Grammys feature Gaza cease-fire calls, keffiyeh & support for Israeli hostages The devastation continues in Gaza despite international efforts to reach a cease-fire as the death toll surpasses 27,000. Israel
Kuwait holds annual camel race as sport regains regional traction Camel racing is popular throughout the region, even as other sports grow. Gulf
Egyptians lash out at Mohamed Salah for leaving Africa Cup mid-tournament Soccer is a national obsession for Egyptians, and star Mohamed Salah leaving the Africa Cup of Nations for treatment of an injury in England has drawn a wave of controversy. Egypt
Gaza 100 days: Palestinian heritage, churches, mosques decimated by Israeli strikes Hundreds of heritage and other historical landmarks have been damaged in the ongoing Israeli offensive on Gaza. Palestine
'Costumes of Egypt: Lost Legacies': An author's bid to save forgotten identities Art expert Shahira Mehrez talks about her quest to recollect and preserve the Egyptian women’s traditional costumes. Egypt
Fatal 'Brazilian butt lift' reveals ugly side of cosmetic tourism in Turkey Turkey is a premier destination for cosmetic surgery thanks to low prices and attractive vacation packages, but not everyone is making it home in better shape. Turkey
Passing of leader of Lebanon’s tiny Jewish community comes at heavy moment The country is now home to 29 Jews, as thousands fled during the civil war in the past century amid rising anti-Jewish sentiment. Lebanon
Saudi Arabia sets art ambitions with Noor Riyadh Festival A tour of this year’s Noor Riyadh Festival sheds light on Saudi Arabia’s ambition to become a cultural hub and, consequently, a tourism hub in the region. Gulf
Despite regional tension, Egypt's Grand Museum readies to open The partially opened Grand Egyptian Museum is enticing visitors with the treasures of Tutankhamun, the “Golden King,” as work continues to complete the complex. Egypt
In cultural shift, Saudi Arabia allows pets on public transportation Pet owners can now bring their pets onto buses, boats and trains in the kingdom, but only under certain conditions. Gulf
Egypt’s Ramses II collection opens in Australia, biggest in 200 years The traveling exhibition "Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs" goes Down Under after stops in the United States and Paris to promote Egyptian tourism. Egypt
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