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Middle East Crude-ADNOC pegged at slight premiums - Reuters Africa

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 04:50 GMT

Middle East Crude-ADNOC pegged at slight premiums
Reuters Africa
SINGAPORE, Feb 8 (Reuters) - Middle East crude levels were valued at slight premiums on Thursday, traders said, but no deals were heard transacted. Abu Dhabi's April loading Murban crude cargoes, a benchmark grade, was heard at levels at a premium of ...

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Wave of Violence Continues in Syrian Flashpoint City - Voice of America

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 04:15 GMT

Aljazeera.com

Wave of Violence Continues in Syrian Flashpoint City
Voice of America
Join the conversation on our social journalism site - Middle East Voices. Follow our Middle East reports on Twitter and discuss them on our Facebook page. Related Articles UN Chief: Arab League Mission to Return to Syria Ban Ki-moon said he and Arab ...
Middle East 'Besieged' Homs endures tank assaultAljazeera.com
Does Russia Have A Cogent Middle East Strategy?WBUR
Press sceptical on Lavrov's Syria visitBBC News
Times of India -Center for Research on Globalization -Reuters
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Diplomacy far preferable to armed conflict in Middle East - EMC Perth

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 03:45 GMT

CBS Local

Diplomacy far preferable to armed conflict in Middle East
EMC Perth
Last week, US Defence Secretary Leon Panetta said that he believed that Israel could attack Iran this spring, maybe as early as April, in an effort to destroy its nuclear weapons program. Hopefully, this is a just a diplomatic red herring, ...
The neighborhood bully in the Middle EastStatesman Journal
Richard Cohen: Three red lines in the Middle East sandTimes Herald-Record
Drums of war beating again in Middle EastPeople&os;s Daily Online
CBS Local -Washington Post (blog) -CTV.ca
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Report: Iraq has executed 65 so far in 2012 - Boston.com

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 02:51 GMT

The Guardian

Report: Iraq has executed 65 so far in 2012
Boston.com
Joe Stork, deputy Middle East director of the New York-based advocacy group, said that Iraqi authorities appear to have given the "green light to execute at will." The group said trials often violate international standards. Many defendants are unable ...
In Iraq, 65 Executions in First 40 Days of 2012Antiwar.com

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Vizrt Signs Broadcast Graphics Deal with a Newspaper in the Middle East - Reuters

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 02:02 GMT

Vizrt Signs Broadcast Graphics Deal with a Newspaper in the Middle East
Reuters
... a leading provider of content production tools for the digital media industry, announced today that the Company has signed a deal worth about USD 380000 for the implementation of Broadcast Graphics products with a newspaper in the Middle East.

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Tamara Cofman Wittes leaves Middle East post at State Department for Brookings - Washington Post (blog)

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:49 GMT

Tamara Cofman Wittes leaves Middle East post at State Department for Brookings
Washington Post (blog)
By Allen McDuffee The Brookings Institution announced Wednesday that Tamara Cofman Wittes, former deputy assistant secretary of state for Near Eastern affairs, will re-join the think tank as the director of its Saban Center for Middle East Policy ...
Appointments shuffle: US Middle East democracy envoy leaves for BrookingsYahoo! News Blogs (blog)
The Cable: Tamara Wittes to run Brookings Saban CenterForeign Policy (blog)

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Nonferrous Scrap, Middle East - Recycling Today

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:42 GMT

Nonferrous Scrap, Middle East
Recycling Today
Some of the political disturbances in the Middle East have slowed down the supply flow of metals that were regular channels of supply like in Syria, Egypt and Libya. It has the supply flow down by about 20 percent. I think the second quarter will be ...

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Expert to share thoughts on Middle East peace - Kirksville Daily Express and Daily News

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:02 GMT

Expert to share thoughts on Middle East peace
Kirksville Daily Express and Daily News
The event is co-sponsored by the School of Social and Cultural Studies, the History Department, Hillel and Students for Middle East peace. The founder and chair of the Israel Palestine Center for Research will speak on whether Middle-Eastern peace can ...
Is 'democratic peace' attainable in the Middle East?Hurriyet Daily News (press release)

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Vatican: Pope will possibly visit Middle East, but no Iran trip planned - Greenfield Daily Reporter

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:02 GMT

New York Daily News

Vatican: Pope will possibly visit Middle East, but no Iran trip planned
Greenfield Daily Reporter
... be welcomed to that country with "enthusiasm." Vatican spokesman the Rev. Federico Lombardi says the pope does have a Middle East trip "under study," a possible September visit to Lebanon to present a document on the future of the church in the region.
Expectations grow for papal trip to Lebanon in SeptemberCatholic Culture
Pope may visit Lebanon in SeptemberBoston.com
POPE TO VISIT LEBANON IN SEPTEMBER TO DELIVER EXHORTATIONAgenzia Giornalistica Italia

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McDonald's Key Revenue Figure up 6.7 Pct. in Jan. - ABC News

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:36 GMT

Globe and Mail

McDonald's Key Revenue Figure up 6.7 Pct. in Jan.
ABC News
The metric increased 7.3 percent in the region made up of Asia, the Middle East and Africa, and 4 percent in Europe. The US accounts for about 31 percent of McDonald's total revenue. Europe, which accounts for 40 percent of revenue, is McDonald's ...
McDonald's shows healthy sales growth in US and abroadUSA TODAY

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Middle East Crumbles Around Obama's Foreign Policy - Heritage.org (blog)

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:21 GMT

The Guardian

Middle East Crumbles Around Obama's Foreign Policy
Heritage.org (blog)
All indications are that the Middle East is crumbling, and President Barack Obama's foreign policy is collapsing right along with it. First look toward Homs, Syria — ground zero in the 11-month-old uprising against the brutal government of Bashar ...
The neighborhood bully in the Middle EastStatesman Journal
Richard Cohen: Three red lines in the Middle East sandTimes Herald-Record
Guest columnist: Why should Iowa care if Iran obtains nuclear weapons?DesMoinesRegister.com
SILive.com -Right Side News -Reuters
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The neighborhood bully in the Middle East - Statesman Journal

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 05:20 GMT

Moneycontrol.com

The neighborhood bully in the Middle East
Statesman Journal
The Middle East usually reminds us. As I write this, the government of Syria is trying to clamp down on a rebellion and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has warned that the situation there could quickly degenerate into a "brutal civil war.
Richard Cohen: Three red lines in the Middle East sandTimes Herald-Record
Guest columnist: Why should Iowa care if Iran obtains nuclear weapons?DesMoinesRegister.com
Letter: 'Fend for themselves'?Naples Daily News
BusinessGhana -OneNewsNow
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Middle East 'Besieged' Homs endures tank assault - Aljazeera.com

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 03:51 GMT

Aljazeera.com

Middle East 'Besieged' Homs endures tank assault
Aljazeera.com
Activists say dozens more people killed and report tanks moving deeper into residential areas after days of shelling. The Syrian military is reportedly moving deeper into residential areas in the city of Homs, a day after the Russian foreign minister ...
Syrian Activists Say Troops Continue Deadly Homs AssaultVoice of America
Syria: Assad pledges reform as siege of Homs continues - live updatesThe Guardian
In Middle East power tussle, India tilts towards ArabsIndian Express
Here And Now -Council on Foreign Relations (blog)
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The Middle East Option - Inside Higher Ed

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:23 GMT

The Middle East Option
Inside Higher Ed
While some countries in the Middle East appear volatile, many are safe. For example, the United Arab Emirates is very Western, crime-free and secure. Abu Dhabi, with its seven-star hotels and Western enticements, has hosted numerous Western celebrities ...

For savvy travelers, the Middle East still beckons - CNN

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:10 GMT

For savvy travelers, the Middle East still beckons
CNN
(CNN) -- Zora O'Neill is heading to the Middle East next week. O'Neill, a longtime traveler and author of an upcoming Lonely Planet book on Egypt, is not dissuaded by the evacuation of the US and British embassies in Syria, rumblings of possible ...
Analysis of Middle East Hot SpotsMyFox Washington DC
Serene oases in the Middle EastNew Zealand Herald

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Middle East press uncertain on Palestinian unity deal - BBC News

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:52 GMT

BBC News

Middle East press uncertain on Palestinian unity deal
BBC News
Media commentators in the Middle East have expressed both hope and doubt about the agreement between the two main Palestinian factions, Hamas and Fatah, on the formation of a national unity government. Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas will ...
The Doha Palestinian unity agreement: Now the hard partCNN (blog)
Hamas an impediment to peaceThe Australian (blog)
Palestinian Rivals Agree to Form Unity GovernmentVoice of America
Ammon News -Commentary
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Israelis face growing threats in Middle East - USA TODAY

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 19:27 GMT

USA TODAY

Israelis face growing threats in Middle East
USA TODAY
This would enable Iran to be a "protector of the jihadist movement" in the Middle East, Bergman says, and diminish Israel's position when it comes to security. "The Israeli government thinks the Iranian threat is No. 1," said Shlomo Brom, ...
Obama: Israel has not decided on attacking IranBoston Herald
A fine balance in the Middle EastBrisbane Times
Israel attack on Iran will change the Middle East geography: Iran MPPress TV
BBC News
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Israelis face growing threats in Middle East - Tucson Citizen

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 19:18 GMT

Press TV

Israelis face growing threats in Middle East
Tucson Citizen
This would enable Iran to be a “protector of the jihadist movement” in the Middle East, Bergman says, and diminish Israel's position when it comes to security. “The Israeli government thinks the Iranian threat is No. 1,” said Shlomo Brom, ...
Israel attack on Iran will change the Middle East geography: Iran MPPress TV
Obama: Israel has not decided on attacking IranBoston Herald
A fine balance in the Middle EastBrisbane Times
BBC News
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Samsonite Launches a Limited Edition Cosmolite Collection in Gold Colour

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 02:53 GMT

Samsonite Launches a Limited Edition Cosmolite Collection
in Gold Colour

Jeeran Holds Interactive Meetings with Jordanian Media and Local Community

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:39 GMT

Highlighting “Jeeran Amman” website as the no. 1 online source for credible reviews

Sophos Recognized as a Leader in the 2011 Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection Platforms

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 01:29 GMT

IT security and data protection company Sophos today announced it has been positioned in the “Leaders” quadrant of Gartner, Inc’s 2011 "Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection Platforms." The quadrant

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Tue, 31 Jan 2012 01:03 GMT

Hair-free the pain-free way

Do away with the unwanted hair with Kaya Painless Laser

Celebrate the Season of Love with VIPERA COSMETICS

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 23:47 GMT

Valentine’s Day give-aways designed by VIPERA COSMETICS

67 Percent Fear That Malware is on the Rise and 61 Percent Feel User Error is the Biggest Threat on the Internet

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 06:01 GMT

Sophos Reveals Assessment on Threat Landscape in Security Threat Report 2012

CommVault Expands the Power of Industry-Leading Snapshot Technology with New IntelliSnap™ Connect Program

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:55 GMT

New Partner Program Empowers Array Vendors to Deliver Unmatched Data Protection and Snapshot Management Capabilities

IP Communications System: The Migration Map for Middle East Enterprises

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 04:57 GMT

Evren Aker from leading unified communications vendor Interactive Intelligence lays out the migration roadmap for enterprises in the Middle East thinking of making a transition from a traditional PBX system to an IP Communications system

A10 Networks Signs on SCOPE ME as Authorized Support Provider for Middle East

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 03:11 GMT

Scope ME to provide customized 24/7 technical support to A10 Networks' customers in the region

cashU Secures Online Spending for Burgeoning Middle East’s Online Gaming and Trade

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:51 GMT

Cancels out cyber risks; top regional merchants include souq.com, cobone.com and tahadi.com, and global include Skype, facebook and Gameforge

Batelco Group Further Strengthens Commitment to Jordanian telecom market investing JD50 million in Umniah 3G License

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 06:44 GMT

Sourcefire FireAMP Delivers Advanced Malware Protection with Unprecedented Visibility and Control

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:17 GMT

New solution gives large enterprises the power to discover, understand and block advanced malware utilizing big data analytics

Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization 3.0 Delivers Strategic Virtualization Alternative

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:48 GMT

Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization 3.0 now available worldwide, offering leading features, performance, scalability and cost advantages to customers

Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization 3.0 Enters Market with Backing of Strong ISV Ecosystem

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:06 GMT

Red Hat introduces its Red Hat Market Place for ISV partner collaboration and unveils Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization-Certified product certification

Interactive Intelligence to Host “2012 Key Contact Center Trends and Priorities” Web Event

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 04:19 GMT

Industry analyst, Art Schoeller, featured as a presenter of educational webcast

AXA Gulf reinforces leadership with top Recognitions at MENA Insurance Awards

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 01:42 GMT

AXA Gulf reinforces leadership with top
Recognitions at MENA Insurance Awards

Make this Valentine’s special with Rasasi

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 02:36 GMT

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Unique collection for Valentine’s – a true expression of love!

Corodex Presents State-Of-The-Art Fire Fighting CAF System ‘FIREXPRESS’ To Dubai Civil Defence

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 02:14 GMT

Dubai – Dubai-based Corodex , a part of Concorde-Corodex group (CCG) launched the region’s state-of-the-art fire fighting motorcycle mounted on a BMW – FIREXPRESS at INTERSEC 2012.

Version 8.3 of Astaro Security Gateway Brings UTM to the Cloud

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 04:56 GMT

Innovative version 8.3 enables access to Amazon VPC and introduces
Border Gateway Protocol Routing

Rainbow Milk & Lipton Join Hands for Consumer Promotion

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 01:11 GMT

Rainbow Milk & Lipton Join Hands for Consumer Promotion

Tea and milk go hand in hand; however, the combination is perfect when the best join hands!

Kaya Skin Clinic Recommends: Laser Hair Reduction Should Be Done Under Supervision of Expert Dermatologists to Ensure Safety

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:48 GMT

Kaya Skin Clinic Recommends: Laser Hair Reduction Should Be Done Under Supervision of Expert Dermatologists to Ensure Safety

The Association of Queen Rania Al Abdullah Award for Excellence in Education Announces Zain as Sponsor of 7th Cycle of Distinguished Teacher Award’s Ceremony

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 08:09 GMT

Gartner Positions CommVault as a Challenger in Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Information Archiving

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 04:03 GMT

CommVault Recognized for Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute

Interactive Intelligence Acquires Contact Center Business of South African Reseller, ATIO

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 02:31 GMT

Asset purchase agreement gives Interactive Intelligence increased presence throughout Africa

Sophos Virtualizes Secure Web Gateway Protection

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 06:29 GMT

Safe and compliant browsing assured with advanced web malware detection, URL and
content-based filtering, in a virtual appliance

adidas Originals Spring/Summer 2012 Collection

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 02:22 GMT

Living a revival of key archive silhouettes and presenting newness from fashion to sport

Nokia N9 Users Enjoy Full Arabic Support & Enhanced Smartphone Experience with New Software Upgrade

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 08:17 GMT

Nokia software update enables Arabic speaking Nokia users to make the most out of their N9 smartphone

SanDisk Introduces World’s Fastest 128GB SDXC Card- Ideal for Capturing Full HD 3D Videos and High-Resolution Photos

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00 GMT

• Can capture up to 10 hours of Full HD 3D video—enough capacity to film an entire day at the Consumer Electronics Show

adidas Launches adizero f50 Powered by miCoach

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 01:57 GMT

The World’s First Football Boot with a Brain
- adidas unveils the world’s first intelligent football boot -