Jordanian Man Continues Self-immolation Trend

In light of another Tunisian man burning, is self-immolation becoming a copycat crime gone too far? And would it achieve change in Jordan? Reliving the historical death of Bouazzizi, a Jordanian father (of 13) and former government employee was finding trouble making ends meet with mounting debts and financial trouble. He set himself alight in front of a government building in a final act of desperation.

"A 52-year-old Jordanian man has died hours after he set himself alight in the first case of self-immolation in Jordan."

A video has emerged showing a Palestinian man in Jericho angrily telling off some Israeli soldiers! The impassioned speech was the result of the soldiers blocking the roads and preventing Palestinians from putting their flag atop their cars.

The hope that an Arab film would win an Academy Award has been ongoing for decades for Middle Eastern cinephiles. And indeed, there is reason to hope with 2011's sparkling entries, ranging from Nadine Labaki's tragi-comedy "Where Do We Go Now?" to Moroccan/Algerian drama "Omar Qatalani".

In spite of decades of political strife, Lebanon's hillside still remains a place of true untouched beauty. Elie from Lebanon couldn't help but stop and appreciate the scenery, sharing some of the beautiful sights of Lebanon's mountains.

"You cannot simply drive around without forcibly stopping to try and take a picture that barely encompasses the beauty in front of you. They call the Cedar forest in North Lebanon: The Cedars of God."

Apparently, just say "no" applies to a variety of things. According to social media and personal branding guru John Antonios, "No" can be your friend and can allow you to improve and enhance your personal business. You just need to learn to utilize it.

"However, saying “No” is not a mere gut feel – it’s actually a calculated 'No'."