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Special Students operate their robots as they participate in the 12th Arab Robotic Championship in Kuwait City on January 9, 2019. (AFP/File Photo)

How more women can be encouraged to take up STEM careers in the Middle East 

  • Too few MENA women are choosing to study or work in science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields
  • Experts say good role models, help from parents and schools, and a changing workplace culture will tip the balance 
By Caline Malek ·
Update Al-Khadimi discusses Iraq-US cooperation on Daesh with President Biden

Al-Khadimi discusses Iraq-US cooperation on Daesh with President Biden

By Reuters ·
The report said the Kingdom “continued to provide leadership for primary markets in 2020” as four out of the seven IPOs in the region were on the Saudi Stock Exchange (Tadawul). (AFP/File Photo)

Saudi Arabia expected to lead regional IPO market in 2021

By Arab News ·
Special International delegation draws attention to Turkey’s press freedom record

International delegation draws attention to Turkey’s press freedom record

By Arab News ·
Turkey, Iran deploy drones in north Iraq against Kurd rebels

Turkey, Iran deploy drones in north Iraq against Kurd rebels

By AFP ·
Special How ‘coronavirus escapism’ altered Middle East screen habits graphic

How ‘coronavirus escapism’ altered Middle East screen habits

By Jumana Khamis ·
Exclusive WJC’s Ronald Lauder says Palestinians should seize the moment as UAE, Bahrain sign peace deal with Israel

WJC’s Ronald Lauder says Palestinians should seize the moment as UAE, Bahrain sign peace deal with Israel

By RAY HANANIA ·
Special Student spearheads Syrian education drive on dangers of COVID-19

Student spearheads Syrian education drive on dangers of COVID-19

By Rawaa Talass ·
A sewing workshop churns out life-saving suits in coronavirus-stricken Lebanon

A sewing workshop churns out life-saving suits in coronavirus-stricken Lebanon

By Pamela Kesrouani ·
UK Supreme Court declares Israel divestment moves lawful

UK Supreme Court declares Israel divestment moves lawful

By Arab News ·
Bahrain court acquits opposition leaders in Qatar spy case

Bahrain court acquits opposition leaders in Qatar spy case

By Arab News ·
George and Amal Clooney donate $500k to march against guns in the US

George and Amal Clooney donate $500k to march against guns in the US

By AP ·

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