Society
The Gulf After Oil
by Heba Hashem
The United Arab Emirates is hoping a well-educated population will drive its economic diversification following a recent overhaul of its school curriculum - but will over-work in the teaching profession get in the way?
As Youth Unemployment Soars, Experts Blame Corruption and Poor Governance
While Arab youth join the labour markets in growing numbers, political leaders in many Arab countries seem unable to direct economies towards creating desirable jobs in sufficient numbers. Unable, or unwilling?
The Decay of an Ancient Armenian Village in Turkey
Located within binocular-viewing distance of the Armenian border, the Turkish historical ruin of Ani stands as a site of possible reconciliation between bitter foes. But politicization and a lack of preservation suggest otherwise.