No revaluation, Bahrain insists
WEF SUMMIT: Speculation over dollar-peg is irresponsible and counter-productive, argues Crown Prince.

UAE seeks solutions for 'demographic imbalance'
'Permanent and radical' solutions to national identity issues are needed, committee says.

DIC edged out as Liverpool owners tighten grip
Liverpool's owners affirm control in bid to end DIC takeover speculation.

Oman eyes Gulf's first coal power plant
State firm considers move in face of rapidly increasing regional demand for power and water.

Iraqi flag raises storm of protest
Citizens attach old flag to cars as debate rages over decision to remove centre stars and Saddam script.

Gold plate
What is it about number plate auctions that drive the Middle East's super rich to take leave of their senses, asks Rob Corder?

Foreigners net sellers as Dubai stocks tumble
Int'l investors account for nearly 40% of trading during selloff triggered by equity rout.

Samsung to build $354mn Dubai exhibition hall
Construction giant lands deal for the Middle East's biggest event facility.

Spectre of "gas Opec" rises
Leading production countries to discuss forming a cartel similar to that of Opec in Moscow in June.

Egypt to launch tender for first nuclear reactor
Offer open to all countries to build $1.8bn reactor on Mediterranean coast.

Oil price to reach record in 2008
The average price of crude oil is expected to climb to a new high this year, according to latest poll.

Saudi tightens grip on Internet use
Saudi Arabia is introducing sweeping new laws for information technology crimes.

Iran slapped with new UN sanctions
Tehran draws tougher measures from Security Council for pursuing controversial nuclear program.

UAE golfers pay double European fees
The UAE is the most expensive golf destination in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

Namibia raise match-fixing fears
Shadow over cup lengthens as team reveals it was approached to 'throw' next game against Guinea.