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Zuhair Murad finds magic in Beirut

The mix of ancient and modern in Lebanon's cosmopolitan capital and the beauty of hidden gardens, churches and the sea inspire couturier Zuhair Murad's designs.

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Finding the 'Jewel of Muscat'

Inside the Middle East Associate Producer Raza Rajek shares her experiences of going to Muscat in Oman to meet the captain and crew of a replica 9th century spice ship.

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Saudi novel wins Arabic Booker

Saudi novelist Abdo Khal, who won the Arabic Booker prize for his novel depicting the ravaging effects of unlimited wealth, says he writes about the "double standards in our life."

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Lebanese haute couture
Elie Saab and Reem Acra have become Hollywood's go-to-guys for show-stopping glamour.
Omani royal scent
The Omani royal family's perfumer, House of Amouage, is on a serious expansion streak.
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Lebanon's world-class skiers
Olympic skier Chirine Njeim got her start on Lebanon's world-class slopes.
Handcuffs to handbags
Sarah's Bags, made by Lebanese prisoners, has had success in the Middle East.
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Inside the Middle East keeps track of all the unmissable events happening in this culturally diverse region.
Camel pageant for cash
Nice curves, full lips and long whiskers -- it's a tall order to be a pageant-winning camel.
March on IME
A historic recreation of a 9th century Omani spice ship, plus Lebanese couturier Zuhair Murad in Beirut.
Showtimes
Show airs Wednesday, March 10, this month at the following times: Wednesday: 0430, 1230, Saturday, March 13 : 0430 1300, 1630 Sunday, March 14: 0130, 1330, 2300. (All times GMT)
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