Facebook and Twitter on Watch 24 Hours by Dubai Police

"Last week the Dubai Chief of Police called for legal action to be taken against Twitter users who criticize the UAE. It would seem that the Dubai Police are keeping a close eye on Twitter, as well as Facebook, to catch out ‘culprits’."

"Who is Khairat El Shater ? A question that many Egyptians from outside Muslim brotherhood are asking themselves now especially that he is going to run for presidency representing Egypt's most organized power."

"Head of the Lebanese Forces narrowly escaped an assassination attempt in his house in Meaarab, Keserwein, earlier today.

While taking a stroll outside, Geagea heard gunshots. So he ran for a safe place only to find the spot he was standing at had two bullet holes."

Advertised as being a desert, Jordan is at its most stunning- and green! - in the springtime. So, community-based blogging website 7iber is highlighting some beautiful photography of Jordan's vibrant spring environs.

This Lebanese blog highlights a billboard that can sum up the mornings of several of Al Bawaba's staff.