Founded in 2000, Al Bawaba has grown to become a leading source of Middle East news, analysis and information, with a global team of researchers, journalists, experts and curators bringing regional stories to the wider world.<br /><br />Through a sophisticated network of on-the-ground sources, licensed content providers, and an expert team of in-house editors, Al Bawaba has developed an editorial and content strategy which breaks boundaries in Middle East journalism and storytelling.<br /><br />As an independently funded news source, Al Bawaba strives to share local news and insights from across the political spectrum, free from influence and censorship.<br /><br />Al Bawaba covers regional and global events across News, Business, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, and Lifestyle in both English and Arabic.