British Library
British Library: Discovering Literature: Travel, Trade and Exploration in the Middle Ages
Medieval Europeans were fascinated by the lands that lay beyond their own continent. This article looks at the real and imaginary travels of explorers and tradesmen through works including The Book of John Mandeville, The Travels of...
Islami City
Islamic History in Arabia and Middle East: The Crusaders
This site describes the Arabic view of the Crusaders and their struggles they faced. A great look into the less studied realm of the Crusades.
Digital History
Digital History: The Middle Colonies: New York
Despite the title of this article, it discusses the settlement of New Netherland by the Dutch and explains the reasons for the settlement, and why settlers were not attracted to the area.
ProCon.org
Pro Con: Two State Solution Acceptable Solution to Israeli Palestinian Conflict
Complete set of multi-media resources for students to explore the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and examine solutions. Includes background information, comments, timeline and video gallery.
Other
Al Jazeera: Live Tv and Archived Materials
This site provides links to Al Jazeera watch or listen to live TV, TV schedules, and some archived materials.
The Guardian
Guardian: Iraq News
This site provides links to the most recent news articles and videos published concerning Iraq. Links to slideshows, films, and interactive media about events in Iraq are also featured.
Other
Gulf Times
The Gulf Times, published in Doha, is one of the very few printed English newspapers in Qatar. Content includes a focus on local, national, and international news, as well as religion and sports.
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Ib Times: October 26th Driving Campaign: Some Saudi Women Get Behind the Wheel
In Saudi Arabia, women are legally prohibited from driving. Learn about a recent protest where women drove in protest.
Other
Ettela'at Daily Newspaper (Persian, English Available)
Ettela'at is a national/international daily newspaper. Content includes top news stories, political and economic coverage, sports, the arts, and entertainment. Written in Persian, there is an English version available by clicking on the...
BBC
Bbc News: Story of the War in Iraq
Interactive web page that tells the story of the war in Iraq through pictures, audio, and video.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Iran
An excellent source of information on Iran from The Library of Congress. Includes information on geography, society, economy, transportation, government and politics, and national security.
ibiblio
Ibiblio: Anwar Al Sadat
A detailed biography of Anwar al-Sadat. Site contains photographs and links to further information.
ibiblio
Ibiblio: Menachem Begin Biography
This site from ibiblio.org gives a detailed biography on Menachem Begin, Prime Minister of Israel until 1983.
NOAA
Noaa: Cpc: Regional Climate Maps
Provides large colorful maps of climate data about each continent for the current week, month, or previous quarter.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: See Yemen Through My Eyes
In this video, Nadia Al-Sakkaf shares her experiences as a woman in Yemen and as the editor-in-chief of the Yemen Times. [13:39] Includes a short quiz and a list of additional resources to explore.
BBC
Bbc: Iraq Elections: Your Views
A report on the historic Iraqi election held in January, 2005. Here are opinions of people around the world. People from Iraq have also commented.
PBS
Pbs: Lawrence of Arabia
Excellent site to begin the study of Thomas Edward Lawrence, better known as Lawrence of Arabia. Find biographies on Lawrence, Prince Faisal, Winston Churchill and other key players. Information on the Arab Revolt including battle...
Other
U.s. Embassy in Israel: Roadmap to Solution of Israeli Palestinian Conflict
Features the original text of the "Roadmap" to a permanent solution to the ongoing conflict as released by the U.S. State Department in April 2003.
Other
Alpha Galileo
AlphaGalileo is a news resource for international science, medicine, and technology. Content includes daily science press releases and news, complete with contact information for follow-ups. Also offers podcasts, downloadable in MP3...
PBS
Pbs Frontline:the Insurgency
From PBS Frontline,"an investigation into the people who are fighting against U.S. and coalition forces in Iraq." Included are a chart of insurgent attacks, a map of religious groups, previous PBS reports on the war, interviews, a...
PBS
Pbs News Hour: The Iraq War
News archive, with articles, audio, video, and interactive resources, on the initial intervention in Iraq, beginning with pre-invasion military buildup (fall 2002) and ending with President George W. Bush's declaration (spring 2003) that...
PBS
Pbs News Hour Extra: Palestinians Seek Statehood From United Nations Assembly
Learn how the conflict between Palestinians and Israelis escalates as the Palestinian president asks the United Nations to turn their territories into an official country, Palestine. (September, 2011)
PBS
Pbs News Hour: Intervention in Iraq?
Web page from March, 2003, as the U.S. prepares for war with Iraq.
University of Texas at Austin
The Perry Castaneda Library Map Collection
This collection contains more than 250,000 maps covering all areas of the world, and ranging from political and shaded relief maps to the detailed and the historical. Select from a region of the world or an area of highlighted interest.
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