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Airlines losses narrowed in 1Q to $552 million

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:46:30 -0400

NEW YORK - U.S. airlines charged more in fares and fees and reduced debt as they improved their financial performance in the first quarter.

Esteghlal, Guangzhou open 2nd round with away wins

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:36:16 -0400

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - Esteghlal, Lekhwiya, Guangzhou Evergrande and Kashiwa Reysol all scored victories Wednesday in a successful night for the away teams in the first leg of the Asian Champions League's Round of 16.

2 new diseases could both spark global outbreaks

Mon, 13 May 2013 09:43:19 -0400

LONDON - Two respiratory viruses in different parts of the world have captured the attention of global health officials - a novel coronavirus in the Middle East and a new bird flu spreading in China.

France confirms 2nd case of SARS-related virus

Sun, 12 May 2013 14:13:09 -0400

PARIS - France has confirmed a second case of a deadly new respiratory virus related to SARS, authorities said Sunday, as they increased efforts to inform the public about how to avoid the illness and watch for its signs.

Kuwait launches sports clubs for women

Thu, 09 May 2013 17:34:15 -0400

KUWAIT CITY - Muneera al-Shatti has loved playing basketball since she was a child but it wasn't until Thursday that she had chance to show off her skills at a public arena in Kuwait.

Emirates reports 52 percent jump in profits

Thu, 09 May 2013 09:22:38 -0400

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - The Dubai-based Emirates airline says its annual net profit rose by 52 percent as the carrier's fast growth outpaced rising fuel costs.

UAE coup suspects seek probe into abuse claims

Thu, 09 May 2013 06:07:30 -0400

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - A group of 94 suspects charged with plotting against the United Arab Emirates is seeking an independent investigation into their claims of abuses in custody.

Formula One remains largely a man's world

Wed, 08 May 2013 17:46:54 -0400

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - From the moment Susie Wolff first got into her Williams car, she heard the snickers from those questioning whether women belong in Formula One.

Deal: Dubai company plans to build Ga. plant

Wed, 08 May 2013 14:58:43 -0400

ATLANTA - Gov. Nathan Deal says a company based in Dubai plans to build a manufacturing plant in Murray County with the goal of creating 200 jobs over the next three years.

UAE says 3 citizens suspected in Tanzania bombing

Wed, 08 May 2013 07:23:05 -0400

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - The United Arab Emirates says three of its citizens are in custody in Tanzania in connection with a church bombing that killed two people and injured more than 50 others.

AP PHOTOS: Designers bling up Gulf women's garment

Wed, 08 May 2013 02:10:32 -0400

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - Just a few years ago, Gulf Arab women usually only felt comfortable showing off their fashion sense at ladies-only parties or family gatherings. In public, at least in their home countries, the standard all-black abaya - a simple floor-length covering and accompanying head scarf - was the only culturally accepted option.

Reports: Bieber fined for speeding in Dubai

Tue, 07 May 2013 15:20:31 -0400

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - Justin Bieber is used to fans snapping his photo. Dubai police say he also triggered some speed cameras while driving a white Lamborghini during his stop in the Gulf city.

Violent separatists seek to derail Pakistan vote

Mon, 06 May 2013 14:41:01 -0400

QUETTA, Pakistan - The graffiti on walls around this Pakistani provincial capital hold a dire warning ahead of this weekend's national elections, "Voting means death." It's a very real threat: Over recent weeks at least six people have been killed and around 40 wounded in bombings and grenade attacks targeting candidates.

Bieber bumped in onstage scuffle in Dubai

Mon, 06 May 2013 10:31:04 -0400

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - Megastar singer Justin Bieber is known for his slick dance moves onstage. But spinning away from a mash-up between security guards and a rogue fan has become the hit of his concert in Dubai.

Trump to open Dubai golf course

Mon, 06 May 2013 09:38:04 -0400

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - Donald Trump plans to extend his golfing empire to the Middle East, opening a course in the desert outskirts of Dubai in the latest sign the emirate's crisis-hit property market is recovering.

Qatar Airways plans Philadelphia expansion

Mon, 06 May 2013 08:50:08 -0400

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - The head of fast-growing Qatar Airways says it plans to add Philadelphia to its routes next year as part of alliances with American Airlines and other U.S.-based carriers.

Canada accuses Qatar of trying to buy UN agency

Fri, 03 May 2013 21:40:45 -0400

TORONTO - A bid by Qatar to relocate the United Nations' civil aviation agency from Montreal to the tiny emirate has angered Canada, where politicians from all sides vowed Friday to band together to fight the proposed move.

Godolphin scandal raises debate on steroid use

Thu, 02 May 2013 16:45:40 -0400

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - The doping scandal that led to the downfall of Godolphin trainer Mahmood al-Zarooni could ultimately lead to a global ban on anabolic steroids in horse racing.

Bin Hammam's presence felt at Asian elections

Wed, 01 May 2013 01:30:51 -0400

Expelled by FIFA for alleged corruption, Mohamed bin Hammam is barred from attending Thursday's elections which will belatedly replace him as Asia's top football official.

Company IDs 7 killed in Afghanistan plane crash

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 20:56:16 -0400

DETROIT - Building model planes and working on real ones comprised Gary Stockdale's passion, filling the family's basement with models in his youth, jumping into aviation as a career at age 16 - and later working at two Detroit area airports.

UAE freeing 103 Egyptian prisoners amid tensions

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 10:54:13 -0400

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - The United Arab Emirates is releasing more than 100 Egyptian prisoners in a gesture toward easing strained ties over political crackdowns on groups allegedly linked to Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood.

Britons jailed in drug case amid abuse claims

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 04:06:33 -0400

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - A Dubai court has sentenced three British tourists to four years in prison on drug charges in a case that drew international scrutiny over claims of abuses in custody.

UK concerned over treatment of suspects in UAE

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 10:31:44 -0400

LONDON - The British government says it has expressed concern to United Arab Emirates authorities over allegations that three Britons held in Dubai on drug charges were abused.

Canada terror suspect grew more radical

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:28:55 -0400

TORONTO - One of two men accused of plotting with al-Qaida members in Iran to derail a train in Canada became radicalized to the point that his father reached out to a Muslim support group for help and advice, a local religious leader said Wednesday.

Pa. woman who has targeted celebs is jailed

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 12:59:25 -0400

PITTSBURGH - A northwestern Pennsylvania woman who has targeted Michael Jordan and Paris Hilton in frivolous lawsuits has been jailed on charges of stalking a woman the suspect imagines was competing with her for the romantic attention of a sheik in Dubai, police said.