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May 19th, 2025 - 08:41 GMT

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Egyptian researchers reveal the first day of Eid al-Adha

ALBAWABA - As millions of muslims across the globe await the arrival of Eid al-Adha, an Egyptian astronomical research institute revealed that the crescent moon of the month of Dhu al-Hijjah 1446 AH will be sighted on the dawn of Tuesday, May 27. The research institute adds that the moon will be visible in Cairo's skies for a total of 47 minutes after sunset. On the contrary, the moon will ...

'Turn that frown upside down' - Perhaps wearing a badge of dishonor isn't the best way to beat off negative opinions.

April 1st, 2012 - 05:59 GMT

AMERICAN IN ARABIA: Pork Patches, U.S. Troops and Culture Insensitivities

Although supporting some fairly secular views, the 'Christian Brotherhood' is facing resistance from both The Coptic Church and the Egyptian government.

April 1st, 2012 - 09:59 GMT

The Christian Brotherhood: The Coptic Answer to the Muslim Brotherhood?

It seems that anything can happen in this year's Egyptian presidential election.

April 1st, 2012 - 06:02 GMT

The Egyptian Muslim Brotherhood's Presidential Curveball

Can you taste that? It's not a love potion- a young Jordanian girl poison her unwanted fiancé with a cup of coffee.

March 30th, 2012 - 07:48 GMT

No Love Lost: Jordanian Girl Poisons Fiancé with Coffee

Lock your doors! Lock your windows! THE WOMEN ARE OUT! - Gynophobia is on the rise! Pictured is award-winning activist Samar Badawi who is sparking this debate.

March 29th, 2012 - 04:03 GMT

Gynophobia Strikes Saudi Arabia: Saudi Women Fighting to be Heard

'This a public announcement: You're divorced and I hate your choice in soap operas. 'Fatma' is obviously a superior choice to 'Rubi'. Never again!"

March 29th, 2012 - 12:59 GMT

AMERICAN IN ARABIA: Saudi's Shopping Loudspeaker Divorce

Google has always had an eye for innovation. But is it right to invest so much faith in the Middle East?

March 29th, 2012 - 10:02 GMT

Google Wants a Piece of Lebanon's Online Growth

There has bee a great clash between the Islamist community and the new coalition government.

March 29th, 2012 - 06:59 GMT

UK Tries to Legally Remove 'Terrorists': Al Qaeda Still Has Strong European Presence

This anonymous Egyptian woman was lucky to be rescued by an unwitting fisherman. Other victims of honor killings are not usually so lucky.

March 28th, 2012 - 06:09 GMT

Woman Overboard: Egyptian Lady Thrown into Nile Over Divorce

It a dog-eat-dog world in the Middle Eastern job market, but employers are slowly appreciating their top employees in fear of losing them to competitors.

March 28th, 2012 - 10:22 GMT

Cheeky UAE Employees Put Bosses on the Spot with 'Counter-Offers'

Defense Minister Prince Salaman is proud of what the Royal Saudi Air Force and its pilots are accomplishing.

March 28th, 2012 - 07:03 GMT

Simply the Best: KSA Pilots are Middle East's Finest

Gas cylinders can be ticking time bombs if handled incorrectly. UAE authorities hope to prevent health hazards and dangers as a result.

March 27th, 2012 - 04:27 GMT

Gas Cylinders at Home: Have You Checked Yours?