Thompson comes out tops in Dubai Ladies' Masters

Lexi Thompson pulled away from Lee-Anne Pace to win the Dubai Ladies' Masters -- she is the youngest professional winner on the Ladies' European Tour.

Donald finishes third at Dubai Championship

Luke Donald has become the first golfer to win both the American and European money titles, finishing third at the Dubai World Championship.

Spirited Traveller: Drinking -- and smoking -- in Dubai

Business travel in the small desert city of Dubai can be thirsty work, but "it's more about the sheesha that goes with the drinks".

Gulf states eager to show Yemen's Saleh the door

Saudi Arabia and its Gulf allies are trying to broker a deal to have Yemen's president step down and hand over power, sources said on Wednesday.

Smith pleased with South Africa's progress

Graeme Smith says he's pleased with Proteas' progress against Pakistan ahead of the 2011 Cricket World Cup.

Pakistan investigate wicketkeeper no-show

Pakistan are investigating reports that wicketkeeper Zulqarnain Haider went missing hours before their ODI against South Africa in Dubai on Monday.

From the good life to bad debt

Dubai used to be a dream work destination for thousands of South Africans but now it is turning into a nightmare for many.

Interpol issues new arrest notices for Dubai assassination

Interpol on Monday issued arrest notices for 16 further suspects wanted by Dubai for the killing of a Hamas leader there.

Mossad inquiry turns Dubai police chief into hero

After investigation into killing of Hamas official emirate's police chief emerges as a star across the Arab world.

Indebted Dubai puts on brave face for tower opening

Dubai opened the world's tallest structure in a glitzy ceremony meant to put a brave face on crushing debt woes.

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