Official Cash RateSuccess: Business banks on mobile moneyCellphone entrepreneur tries again, with venture targeting emerging markets.13 Feb 04:30 PM
WorldThree Wise Men and a couple of burqasThe presenters of motoring show <i>Top Gear</i> have caused controversy after dressing in burqas while filming in the Middle East.29 Dec 04:30 PM
TravelSyria: Stripped and battered in DamascusYou can't run and nor can you hide in a Syrian bath house, explains JJ Somerset.26 Jul 02:00 AM
WorldSyria bans full face veils at universitiesSyria has forbidden the country's students and teachers from wearing the niqab - the full Islamic veil.20 Jul 06:35 AM
TravelSyria: In charge of a tour group - and 16 camelsWill it be useful to add to my CV, I wonder, the title of honorary Bedouin camel trekking manager?01 Jul 05:15 AM
TravelPalmyra, SyriaThe ancient city of Palmyra is home to some striking ruins - the most impressive of which is the Temple of Bel.01 Jul 06:28 AM
TravelPick-up lines, Syrian-styleCamel riding for two should really only be permitted for those who are really, really good friends, finds Jill Worrall.04 Mar 02:00 AM
TravelSyria: Crusader castle that kept Saladin at baySome company would have been nice, but even on my own, spending a birthday exploring probably the best Crusader castle in the world takes some beating.03 Mar 09:30 PM
