Albawaba.com back issues from October 2008:
Sheikha Shamma and Sheikha Salaama attend Barney's Musical Castle.
Oct 01, 2008 ... Summary: Barney's Musical Castle, one among the highlights for children during the inaugural edition of 'Eid in Dubai', was attended by Sheikha Shamma and Sheikha Salaama, daughters of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister, and Ruler of ...
Thousands throng Dubai Festival City as 'Eid in Dubai' celebrations get off to a grand start.
Oct 01, 2008 ... Summary: A 25-minute fireworks display combined with a dazzling laser and water-fountain show provided for a brilliant spectacle on the opening day of 'Eid in Dubai' celebrations at Dubai Festival City, a key sponsor of the event, on Tuesday, September 30, as thousands of visitors gathered ...
Iraqi and US death tolls decline in September.
Oct 01, 2008 ... Summary: The number of civilians killed in Iraq last month more than halved to 359 compared to a year ago, Iraqi government figures indicated, and the number of American soldiers killed in action also declined dramatically. The number of civilians killed in Iraq last month more ...
Bahrain calls for new regional body with the participation of Iran, Israel.(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2008 ... Summary: Bahrain's foreign minister has called for the creation of a regional grouping of Arab states with Israel, as well as Iran and Turkey, a newspaper reported on Wednesday. Bahrain's foreign minister has called for the creation of a regional grouping of Arab states with ...
Suzan Tamim predicted her own death.
Oct 01, 2008 ... Summary: The Dubai police department has discovered a will written by the late Lebanese artist Suzan Tamim before her death lThe Dubai police department has discovered a will written by the late Lebanese artist Suzan Tamim before her death. The will was discovered in ...
Nawal Al Zoghbi sings on the first day of "Eid Al Fiter".(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2008 ... Summary: Lebanese superstar Nawal Al Zoghbi will host a live concert at the Conference Meeting Hall in Dubai on the first day of "Eid Al Fiter" (Muslim holiday after Ramdan) Lebanese superstar Nawal Al Zoghbi will host a live concert at the Conference Meeting Hall in Dubai on ...
Halima Poland, the best host this Ramadan.(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2008 ... Summary: Under the patronage of his Royal Highness Sheikh Daij Al Khalifah Al Subah from Kuwait a celebration was held for television creativity Under the patronage of his Royal Highness Sheikh Daij Al Khalifah Al Subah from Kuwait a celebration was held for television ...
Iranian leaders says Israel defeat "absolute".
Oct 01, 2008 ... Summary: Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei on Wednesday called for unity in the world of Islam, saying it is the only way to confront enemies' all-out offensives. Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei on Wednesday called for unity in the world of ...
Iranian leader says Israel defeat "absolute".
Oct 01, 2008 ... Summary: Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei on Wednesday called for unity in the world of Islam, saying it is the only way to confront enemies' all-out offensives. Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei on Wednesday called for unity in the world of ...
Syria looks for Lebanon cooperation in controlling border.
Oct 01, 2008 ... Summary: Syria's border with Lebanon cannot be controlled without security cooperation with Beirut to strengthen the frontier, Syria's foreign minister was quoted as saying on Wednesday. Syria's border with Lebanon cannot be controlled without security cooperation with Beirut to ...
Baghdad: Blasts at mosques kill at least 12.
Oct 02, 2008 ... Summary: Suicide bombers hit two Shi'ite mosques in Baghdad on Thursday as worshippers marked the end of the Ramadan fasting month, killing 12 people and injuring 31 Suicide bombers hit two Shi'ite mosques in Baghdad on Thursday as worshippers marked the end of the Ramadan ...
investor-developer balli real estate launches new website.(www.balli-re.com )
Oct 02, 2008 ... Summary: Balli Real Estate Ltd, the UK and UAE based investor-developer, have launched their new website www.balli-re.com to showcase the company's brand, services and $3.5 billion property investment and property portfolio on the internet. Balli Real Estate Ltd, the UK and UAE ...
Latest environmentally sustainable packaging solutions on display at Gulf Pack 2009.
Oct 02, 2008 ... Summary: Middle East F&B sector experiencing strong demand for recyclable packaging solutions Consumer demand for health drinks and environmentally sustainable packaging will strongly influence the solutions on display at Gulf Pack 2009, to be held at the Dubai Airport Expo ...
new rc cola international teas tap taste for the orient - Crown enables vibrant Far East branding in Eastern Europe.
Oct 02, 2008 ... Summary: With the thirst for ready-to-drink premium iced teas on the rise, RC Cola International (RCCI) (www.rccolainternational.com) is launching a next-generation "tea time" for Eastern European consumers. RC Cola International is introducing its coveted Orient Emporium Tea ...
emc receives top grade for carbon disclosure.
Oct 02, 2008 ... Summary: EMC Corporation (NYSE:EMC), the world leader in information infrastructure solutions, announced today it has been commended by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), which represents 385 institutional investors with $57 trillion in assets under management, for its thorough and ...
Floods in Algeria and Morocco kill 31.
Oct 02, 2008 ... Summary: Flash floods in Algeria have killed at least 29 people and wounded 84, state radio reported on Thursday. Flash floods in Algeria have killed at least 29 people and wounded 84, state radio reported on Thursday. Wednesday's floods followed incessant rain in the Ghardaia ...
Israeli general warns Hizbullah.(Brief article)
Oct 03, 2008 ... Summary: Israel would use "disproportionate" force to destroy Lebanese villages from which Hizbullah fighters fired rockets at its cities in any future war Israel would use "disproportionate" force to destroy Lebanese villages from which Hizbullah fighters fired rockets at its ...
Iraq's presidential council ratifies elections law.
Oct 03, 2008 ... Summary: Iraq's presidential council on Friday ratified a law that paves the way for the first provincial elections in four years, officials said. Iraq's presidential council on Friday ratified a law that paves the way for the first provincial elections in four years, officials ...
Sabah prepares for a drama series about her life.
Oct 04, 2008 ... Summary: Lebanese diva Sabah is preparing for a new television drama series that revolves around her life and musical journey Lebanese diva Sabah is preparing for a new television drama series that revolves around her life and musical journey. The series will be written by ...
Duraid Laham' great come back to theater.
Oct 04, 2008 ... Summary: The great Syrian actor Duraid Laham will be making his coming back to theater by participating in a new project after a long absence that last for more than 16 years The great Syrian actor Duraid Laham will be making his coming back to theater by participating in a new ...
"Al Aqid" opts out of fourth part of "Bab Al Harah".
Oct 04, 2008 ... Summary: One of the main leading stars in the Ramadan television drama series "Bab Al Harah" (Neighborhood Door) Samer Al Masri who plays the role of "Al Aqid Abu Shhab" has shocked everyone when he said, that he won't be participating on the fourth part of the series One of ...
15 Turkish troops killed by PKK attack.
Oct 04, 2008 ... Summary: The Turkish army said 15 of its soldiers have been killed in southeastern Turkey in an attack by Kurdish gunmen based in northern Iraq. The Turkish army said 15 of its soldiers have been killed in southeastern Turkey in an attack by Kurdish gunmen based in northern ...
US army claim killing of senior al Qaeda in Iraq leader.
Oct 04, 2008 ... Summary: The U.S. army said Saturday it killed a senior al-Qaeda in Iraq leader suspected of masterminding one of the deadliest bombings in Baghdad as well as recent attacks and the 2006 videotaped execution of a kidnapped Russian official. The U.S. army said Saturday it killed ...
French FM expects no Israeli-Palestinian accord by end of 2008.
Oct 04, 2008 ... Summary: A Middle East peace deal is unlikely by the end of 2008, French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner said on Saturday, while callinIsraelis and Palestinians to continue US-backed negotiations. A Middle East peace deal is unlikely by the end of 2008, French Foreign Minister ...
Egypt: Coptic Christian killed during with clashes with Muslims.
Oct 04, 2008 ... Summary: A Coptic Christian was killed by a stray bullet during an overnight gunfight between Christians and Muslims in a town in southern Egypt, a security official said on Saturday. A Coptic Christian was killed by a stray bullet during an overnight gunfight between Christians ...
Baghdad: Two US helicopters crash.
Oct 05, 2008 ... Summary: Two American Black Hawk helicopters collided while landing at a U.S. combat outpost in northern Baghdad on Saturday, the U.S. military said. Two American Black Hawk helicopters collided while landing at a U.S. combat outpost in northern Baghdad on Saturday, the U.S ....
Philippe Solomon preparing CAR president in Israel.
Oct 05, 2008 ... President Francois Bozize of the Central African Republic (CAR) is expected to arrive in a private visit to Israel next month. During his stay in Israel, the president will be accompanied by businessman of Tunisian origin Mr. Philippe H. Solomon, who is an expert for African affairs. ...
French FM hopes tough diplomacy and sanctions to persuade Iran.
Oct 05, 2008 ... Summary: French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner warned in comments published on Sunday that Israel would strike Iran before it succeeding in developing nuclear weapons. French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner warned in comments published on Sunday that Israel would strike ...
Egypt FM in first Baghdad visit since 1990.(Brief article)
Oct 05, 2008 ... Summary: Egypt's foreign minister made a one-day stop in Baghdad, the first such visit in nearly two decades. Egypt's foreign minister made a one-day stop in Baghdad, the first such visit in nearly two decades. According to the AP, Ahmed Aboul Gheit held talks with his Iraqi ...
Sharef Dweikat - Palestine.
Oct 05, 2008 ... Name: Sharef Dweikatsharef_1015@hotmail.comDate of birth: 3 May 1994Country: PalestineHobbies: Internet 2008 Al Bawaba ...
Amir El-Saffar - Iraq.
Oct 05, 2008 ... Name: Amir El-Saffaralon_man16@yahoo.comDate of birth: 10 November 1983Country: IraqHobbies: Sports, reading, Internet, computer games ...
Orange Slush.(Brief article)
Oct 05, 2008 ... You will need: 1. A" cup fresh orange juice, chilled 2. 2A' cups ice cubes 3. Electric blender with ice crusher 4. Straws Directions: 1. Put the ice cubes in blender. 2. Cover lid, turn blender on to ...
Marbled Paper.
Oct 05, 2008 ... You will need: 1. Marbling paints 2. Thickening powder (optional depending on the kind of marbling paint you use) 3. Plastic drinking straws 4. Old rectangular pan 5. Sheets of paper for marbling (smaller than the old pan) ...
Iranian FM: US or Israeli attack unlikely.
Oct 06, 2008 ... Summary: Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki, in an interview published Monday, said Tehran did not believe Israel or the United States would launch a military strike against Iran over its nuclear works. Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki, in an interview ...
Egypt: At least seven dead in building collapse.(Brief article)
Oct 08, 2008 ... Summary: An apartment building collapsed in Alexandria on Egypt's northern coast on Wednesday An apartment building collapsed in Alexandria on Egypt's northern coast on Wednesday, and rescue workers have pulled seven bodies from the rubble, including a mother found clutching her ...
Female suicide bomber kills nine in Iraq.
Oct 08, 2008 ... Summary: A female suicide bomber detonated an explosives vest Wednesday in a city northeast of Baghdad, killing nine people and wounding 21, Iraqi officials said. A female suicide bomber detonated an explosives vest Wednesday in a city northeast of Baghdad, killing nine people ...
HRW calls Jordan to stop torture in jails.
Oct 08, 2008 ... Summary: Human Rights Watch said in a new report on Wednesday that torture continues to be "routine and widespread" in Jordanian jails, and claimed that some prison bosses have personally abused inmates. Human Rights Watch said in a new report on Wednesday that torture ...
Hizbullah chief insist on "surprising" Israel.(Brief article)
Oct 08, 2008 ... Summary: Hizbullah chief Hassan Nasrallah's promised retaliation for the assassination of top commander Imad Mughniyeh is reportedly coming soon. Hizbullah chief Hassan Nasrallah's promised retaliation for the assassination of top commander Imad Mughniyeh is reportedly coming ...
Hizbullah chief insists on "surprising" Israel.(Brief article)
Oct 08, 2008 ... Summary: Hizbullah chief Hassan Nasrallah's promised retaliation for the assassination of top commander Imad Mughniyeh is reportedly coming soon. Hizbullah chief Hassan Nasrallah's promised retaliation for the assassination of top commander Imad Mughniyeh is reportedly coming ...
Janat and her simple love.
Oct 08, 2008 ... Summary: Egyptian producer Ahmad Al Dasoki and the manager of "Good News For Music" production company decided to release the song "Habibi Ala Niyato" (My Lover is Simple) for the artist Janat first on the internet website 'YouTube' According to the London daily Elaph, the ...
"Sarkhat Untha" receives Human Rights Oscar.
Oct 08, 2008 ... Summary: The National Council for human rights in Egypt awarded the television drama series "Sarkhat Untha" (Female Cry) the first prize for best drama series produced between 2007 and 2008 The National Council for human rights in Egypt awarded the television drama series ...
Writer of "Asmahan" renounces it.
Oct 08, 2008 ... Summary: The Syrian director and writer of the drama series "Asmahan," about the late great singer Asmahan Mamdouh Al Atrash has renounced the drama series, aired on various Arab satellite channels The Syrian director and writer of the drama series "Asmahan," about the late ...
Dubai police arrests man who tried to conjure Suzan Tamim's spirit.(Brief article)
Oct 08, 2008 ... Summary: Police in Dubai have arrested an unemployed man from Syria, 56 years-old, who claims that he has the ability to conjure the spirit of the late Lebanese singer Suzan Tamim Police in Dubai have arrested an unemployed man from Syria, 56 years-old, who claims that he has ...
Lebanon: Two US journalists missing.
Oct 08, 2008 ... Summary: Two American journalists vacationing in Lebanon have not been heard from since Oct. 1 and are believed missing, the U.S. Embassy said Wednesday, appealing for information on their possible whereabouts. Two American journalists vacationing in Lebanon have not been heard ...
Gulf bourses slightly rebound after huge falls.
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: Most stock markets in the Gulf, supported by decisions to cut interest rates, rose during trading on Thursday. Most stock markets in the Gulf, supported by decisions to cut interest rates, rose during trading on Thursday. The Arab and Gulf markets incurred heavy losses ...
Sadrist MP seriously injured in Baghdad blast.
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: A bomb hit a convoy carrying lawmakers loyal to anti-U.S. cleric Muqtada al-Sadr on Thursday in Baghdad, seriously injuring a senior member of the Shiite bloc, officials said. A bomb hit a convoy carrying lawmakers loyal to anti-U.S. cleric Muqtada al-Sadr on Thursday ...
UAE bourses rebound after interest cut.
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: The stock markets in the UAE, supported by the decision to cut interest rates, rose during trading on Thursday. The stock markets in the UAE, supported by the decision to cut interest rates, rose during trading on Thursday. The UAE markets incurred heavy losses in the ...
Jews, Arabs clash in Israeli city.(Brief article)
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: Cars and stores were damaged as Jews and Arabs clashed in the Israeli city of Acre after an Arab man was attacked for driving during Yom Kippur, the Haaretz newpaper reported on Thursday. Cars and stores were damaged as Jews and Arabs clashed in the Israeli city of Acre ...
DIFC Courts announces new appointments of Registrar and Deputy Registrar.(Dubai International Financial Centre)(Mark Beer has been appointed)(Amna Al Owais has been appointed)
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: The Dubai International Financial Centre Judicial Authority announced today that it has appointed Mark Beer as the Registrar of the DIFC Courts and Amna Al Owais as Deputy Registrar.These appointments enhance the senior team at the DIFC Courts, which is now fully-equipped to ...
MoodyeIUs reaffirms A3/P2 rating of Tamweel.
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: Tamweel PJSC, the largest provider of real estate finance in the UAE, announced today that Moody's Investors Service has reaffirmed its A3/P2 rating of the company with a stable outlook on all ratings. In its rating, Tamweel has been classified by MoodyeIUs as a Government-related ...
leading musical stars join in pavarotti memorial concert for afghan refugees.(Obituary)
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: A year after his death, Luciano PavarottieIUs legacy of generosity lives on in a tribute charity concert and memorial ceremony to be held in Petra, Jordan on 11 and 12 October. Under the patronage of HRH Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein, a UN Messenger of Peace, wife of HH Sheikh ...
Education key role at Abu Dhabi Medical Congress.
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: The Abu Dhabi Medical Congress (ADMC) to be held in the UAE capital later this month is attracting interest from healthcare professionals in the region. ThateIUs according to Simon Page, Director of the Life Science Division at IIR Middle East. The Abu Dhabi Medical ...
Biggest UK compliance company now in Middle East.
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: The United KingdomeIUs leading provider of compliance services and social housing repair and maintenance is now operating in the Middle East through the establishment of Connaught Compliance Gulf Services. CHSS Gulf, one of the regioneIUs leading providers of health and ...
department of civil serviceeIUs aed83 million leadership assessment programme moves into second phase.
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: The Department of Civil Service (DCS) this week signed a contract with Olive Group for the delivery of a leadership assessment programme in a purpose-built camp in the desert near Al Ain. Olive Group will work closely with the Department to assist in the delivery of ...
First International T20 Cricket eIY Al Barakha Cup eIY in Canada under Dubai Realty Firm Sponsorship.
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: The first international T20 cricket tournament will kick off on October 10 2008 at the Maple Leaf Grounds in Toronto under the sponsorship of the Dubai-based Al Barakah Group, a leading real estate company with projects worth AED 10 billion in the UAE. The first ...
Coca-Cola concludes Al Eid's Gift Initiative with joyful series of activities and entertainment.
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: Coca-Cola Bottling Company Jordan announced the conclusion of Al Eid's Gift initiative whereby hundreds of underprivileged orphans and children along with thousands of people enjoyed the festive season with a memorable series of activities at Al Hussein Gardens. Supported by royal ...
Huge fall across GCC markets in September 2008.
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: Amidst huge volatility, all the regional markets declined significantly in Sep-08. In fact decline in all the markets were in double digits except Bahrain which declined by 8.2% during the month. Decline in the markets was led by Saudi Arabia which registered a decline of 14.8% ...
The larger than life show of scintillating footwear designs transports everyone to a world of haute couture.
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: Kurt GeigereIUs exclusive collection of glamorous footwear were showcased today on the catwalk and stage of Dubai Fashion Week held at the Godolphin Ballroom at Emirates Towers in Dubai. Kurt Geiger; the official associate partner of the DFW event put on a Broadway ...
New records set as world flocks to Dubai.
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: Visitors numbers expected to exceed 70,000 as Cityscape Dubai confirmed as world's largest business-to-business real estate investment and development event Cityscape Dubai today (9 October 2008) confirmed its position as the worldeIUs biggest business-to-business real ...
Sadrist MP dies in Baghdad blast.
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: A bomb hit a convoy carrying lawmakers loyal to anti-U.S. cleric Muqtada al-Sadr on Thursday in Baghdad, killing a senior member of the Shiite bloc, officials said. A bomb hit a convoy carrying lawmakers loyal to anti-U.S. cleric Muqtada al-Sadr on Thursday in Baghdad, ...
Two American journalists arrested by Syria.
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: Two American journalists who went missing during a vacation in Lebanon eight days ago were arrested Thursday in Syria after they crossed the Lebanese-Syrian border with the help of smugglers Two American journalists who went missing during a vacation in Lebanon eight ...
Hamas accepts Egypt proposal for talks with Fatah.
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: Fatah and Hamas will meet in Cairo on October 25 for Egyptian-mediated talks aimed at forming a Palestinian transitional government acceptable to the rival factions, Hamas said on Thursday. Fatah and Hamas will meet in Cairo on October 25 for Egyptian-mediated talks ...
eIuBab Al HaraheIN most watched by television viewers.
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: The famous Ramadan drama series eIuBab Al HaraheIN (The NeighborhoodeIUs Gate) was the most watched by television viewers throughout the Arab world during the holy month of Ramadan The famous Ramadan drama series eIuBab Al HaraheIN (The NeighborhoodeIUs Gate) was the ...
Nicole Saba gains the admiration of viewers and critics.
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: Lebanese artist Nicole Saba is elated over the success of her new television drama series eIuAda Al NahareIN (Except the Day Time) Lebanese artist Nicole Saba is elated over the success of her new television drama series eIuAda Al NahareIN (Except the Day Time). ...
eIAl AlameheIU social charity awards Ragheb Alameh.
Oct 09, 2008 ... Summary: It has been 25 years since the great Lebanese singer Ragheb Alameh launched his career in the art world It has been 25 years since the great Lebanese singer Ragheb Alameh launched his career in the art world. The eIAl AlameheIU Social Charity awarded the ...