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Text by Lance Campres

September 12, 2005

Israelis leave and the Palestinians go Swimming
http://www.startribune.com/
Gaza beach is open for business and everyone is swarming to the waves. Some of the recent Palestinian bathers haven't even seen the sea in their lifetimes, even though is was always a few miles away. Let's hope the promise of the warm Mediterranean can create a lasting peace in the region.

 

Repair Funds Raised for Bulgarian Unique Church in Istanbul
http://www.novinite.com/
An ancient church in Istanbul is getting some well deserved cash to refurbish its roof. With its unique design and architectural importance, the St. Stephanos Church (or Iron Church) is an important addition to Istanbul's history.

 

Emiratis look for themselves in new film
http://www.gulf-daily-news.com/
With over 70% of the UAE being foreign the Emirati citizens are reasonably concerned about who they are as a people (apart from all those foreigners and their money). This new film takes a close look at who the people from the Emirates really are. You'll see that the stereotypes are true: they are family oriented, have a strong religious background, and are very hospitable...just like the Emirates themselves.


Jazeera Airlines to open in Kuwait
http://www.metimes.com/
Jazeera Airways will commence services in October with flights between Kuwait and Dubai, Beirut, Bahrain, Damascus, Amman, Luxor and Alexandria. It is set to be Kuwait's first private airlines. Cheap tickets in this high priced area of the world are hard to come by, but now everyone can scramble to Dubai for beer and gold on the weekends (not just the ultra-rich).

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