TravelOman: Ships of slave city fit for a sultanSeafaring traditions are alive and well in Sur, an historic part of Oman's coast, writes Jim Eagles.19 Jun 05:30 PM
EconomyArt for sale: Auction market defies the downturnHard times haven't deterred auction-goers from putting up their hands to buy art, reports Lesley Springall31 May 05:30 PM
OpinionMadonna's mash-up reignites Gaga feud (+video)Madonna appears to take a cheeky swipe at Lady Gaga during rehearsals for her upcoming world tour.29 May 08:15 PM
New ZealandNZ triplets killed in Doha fire namedThe grandparents of NZ triplets killed in a fire at a daycare centre in a Doha mall are travelling to Qatar to support their grief-stricken mother and father.28 May 11:17 PM
TravelMasada, IsraelThis dramatic fortress, perched high above Israel's Negev Desert, was built by King Herod on the site of a former Bronze Age camp.09 May 03:44 AM
TravelIsrael: Highs and lows in the Negev DesertMasada is worth the while it takes to get there, and the stamina you need to stay there, says Simon Calder.09 May 03:30 AM
TravelOman: An oasis of charmIn Oman, Jim Eagles finds the picturesque fishing village of Quriyat refreshingly different.01 May 11:00 PM
TravelAbu Dhabi Falcon Hospital, UAEThis unusual avian hospital is the biggest of its kinds in the world. Wealthy Arabs from the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Qatar bring their prized hunting birds here to have their broken wings fixed... or simply to be fussed over.17 Apr 02:29 AM
TravelAbu Dhabi: Friends in high placesJim Eagles visits a falcon hospital in Abu Dhabi for an insight into this most majestic of birds.16 Apr 09:00 PM
