Rhubarb's Brief Season Inspires New Culinary Traditions Beyond the Strawberry
As spring's tart stalks arrive in markets, cooks across the region are rediscovering forgotten pairings and challenging decades of conventional wisdom.
Fatima Al-Rashid
Middle East & North Africa Correspondent
Fatima Al-Rashid reports on geopolitics, humanitarian crises, and social change across the Middle East and North Africa. She is committed to nuanced reporting that resists reductive narratives.
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Two Boston Marathon Runners Abandon Personal Records to Help Struggling Competitor Cross Finish Line
In a display of solidarity that embodies the spirit of long-distance running, two athletes put competition aside to assist an exhausted runner in the final stretch.
Pakistan's mediation efforts falter as US-Iran naval standoff enters second week
Despite a temporary ceasefire extension, warships from both nations remain locked in a tense blockade at the world's most critical oil chokepoint.
Jessica Jones Makes Her MCU Return in Daredevil: Born Again Season 2
The hard-drinking detective resurfaces in Hell's Kitchen as Matt Murdock's hunt for Wilson Fisk intensifies in episode six.
Ukraine Reopens Oil Pipeline to Hungary as EU Approves €90 Billion Aid Package
The Druzhba pipeline restart breaks months of deadlock, coinciding with Brussels' largest-ever financial commitment to Kyiv's war effort.
Iranian Forces Seize Two Vessels in Strait of Hormuz as Diplomatic Stalemate Deepens
Tehran rejects renewed peace talks despite U.S. ceasefire extension, raising fears of escalating confrontation in critical shipping lane.
Reports Suggest Late Queen Elizabeth II Disinherited Prince Andrew Before Her Death
New claims indicate the monarch may have altered her will following years of scandal surrounding the Duke of York.
Coronation Street Viewers Divided as Detective Lisa Swain Makes Controversial Wedding Choice
Fans express concern over character's decision ahead of highly anticipated marriage to Carla Connor in this week's episodes.
Britain's Civil Service in Crisis as Starmer Dismisses Top Foreign Office Official
The firing of Sir Olly Robbins has triggered warnings of political interference in the UK's traditionally independent bureaucracy.
Global Condom Supply Faces Price Surge as Iran Conflict Disrupts Raw Materials
Malaysia's Karex, which produces one in five condoms worldwide, cites soaring costs of latex and other materials linked to Middle East instability.
Syrian Civil Society Prepares Nationwide Dialogues on Justice and Reconciliation
Fourteen facilitators complete intensive training as Syria begins community-led process to address decades of conflict and repression.
Inter Milan and Manchester City to Meet in Hong Kong as Football's Asian Expansion Accelerates
The August friendly between European giants reflects the growing commercial importance of Asian markets to top-tier football clubs.
Musk's No-Show in Paris Deepens Legal Standoff Over AI and Content Moderation
The tech billionaire's absence from French questioning highlights growing tensions between Silicon Valley and European regulators over platform accountability.
Afghans Who Served U.S. Forces Face Ultimatum: Congo or Taliban Rule
Thousands evacuated to Qatar after Kabul's fall now confronted with choice between resettlement in Central Africa or return to Afghanistan under new regime.
The Road to Southern Lebanon: What One Photograph Reveals About an Uncertain Return
As Lebanese civilians begin trickling back to border villages, a single image captures the fragile state of a ceasefire that has yet to fully take hold.
British Man Pleads Guilty to Rape and Religious Hate Crime Against Sikh Woman
John Ashby reversed his plea after trial began, admitting to attack that targeted victim's faith and identity
Downing Street Diplomat Job Offer Raises Questions About Patronage and Protocol
Former top civil servant says he was uncomfortable with discussions to place Starmer aide in diplomatic post, highlighting tensions between political loyalty and institutional independence.
Teen Dies After Attack by Family Dog in English Home
Jamie-Lea Biscoe, 19, was found with fatal neck injuries at her residence in what authorities are treating as a tragic domestic incident.
King Charles Reflects on Late Queen's Concerns as Centenary Statue Design Revealed
As Britain prepares to unveil a memorial statue, the King suggests his mother would have been troubled by contemporary global challenges.
Apple's Quiet Succession: John Ternus to Lead as Tim Cook Steps Back
After 15 years at the helm, Cook will become executive chairman while hardware chief takes the reins of the world's most valuable company.
Irish Chef Anna Haugh Named New Judge on BBC's MasterChef
The Dublin-born restaurateur and television personality joins the long-running cooking competition as it enters a new era.
American Water Systems Win International Design Recognition as Gulf States Grapple with Bottled Water Dependency
Two commercial filtration units earn global design honors while the Middle East faces mounting plastic waste and water security challenges
Jets Signal Openness to Draft Day Deals as Glenn Backs GM's Trade Philosophy
New York's front office won't shy from wheeling and dealing when the NFL Draft arrives this week, head coach says.
Trump Ties Hormuz Reopening to Iran Negotiations as Regional Crisis Deepens
U.S. president's hardline stance threatens global oil markets while Tehran weighs attending Pakistan-hosted peace talks
Twenty-Seven Years After Columbine: America's School Safety Debate Remains Unresolved
The 1999 massacre that killed 13 people transformed how the United States discusses gun violence, yet solutions remain elusive as the anniversary returns.
England Moves to Legally Ban Mobile Phones in Schools, Sparking Debate on Authority and Autonomy
New legislation would make England one of the first countries to criminalize student phone use during school hours, raising questions about enforcement and educational philosophy.
iQiyi's AI Gamble: China's Streaming Giant Restructures Around Machine-Generated Content
The Beijing-based platform expects artificial intelligence to produce most of its programming within years, reshaping its entire operation and raising questions about the future of creative work.
Japan Braces for Potential Second Major Earthquake Within Days
Meteorological officials warn of heightened seismic risk following initial tremor, as coastal communities evacuate under tsunami alerts.
Grace Under Pressure: The Rising Stars of New York City Ballet's Spring Season
As the company returns to Lincoln Center with Balanchine classics, a new generation of dancers commands the stage with technical precision and unexpected artistry.
As Manpower Crisis Deepens, Ukraine Bets on Armed Ground Robots to Hold the Line
Facing severe troop shortages in its third year of war, Ukraine is deploying unmanned ground vehicles with weapons to replace soldiers in the most dangerous roles.