Katherine Zoepf
Articles by Katherine Zoepf
The Abu Dhabi Experiment
Even though Dubai and Abu Dhabi have seen some success with their tourism campaigns, they have a long way to go to becoming the cultural capitals of the world. read more »
What Happened to Gay Beirut?
In a region where even well-educated and reform-minded citizens often regard homosexuality as an imported Western vice, Beirut has become both a beacon of hope and a safe haven for many gay Arabs. Did the war change that? read more »
Wanted: Tibetan Nannies
New York parents seek status, supposed Buddhist calming influence. read more »
In Palestinian Territories, Tragedy Made for Children’s TV
After Farfur, the Mickey Mouse clone, is martyred on television, some are outraged while others question whether protecting children from exposure to violence is a functional notion in the wartorn territories. read more »
From Saudi Arabia, Chick Lit Without the Racy Bits
Girls of Riyadh: A literary phenomenon comes to America. read more »
After Pelosi’s Syria Visit, Dissidents Cower
The House Speaker may have handed the government a license to crush. read more »
Young Iraqi Translator Longs for U.S.
Gemayel's Death May Mean Civil War-What Else for Mideast?
Gemayel’s Death May Mean Civil War—What Else for Mideast?
Beirutis Return To Bombed City—Will They Stay?
Beirutis Return To Bombed City-Will They Stay?
For Many Lebanese, War Is New Reality: But Will They Stay?
For Many Lebanese, War Is New Reality: But Will They Stay?
Amid Precision Wreckage, Questions and Recriminations
Amid Precision Wreckage, Questions and Recriminations
Israelis, Arabs Agree— U.S. Waging a Proxy War
Israelis, Arabs Agree- U.S. Waging a Proxy War
Our Other War
Dispatch from Damascus: ‘We’re Ready’
Dispatch from Damascus: 'We're Ready'
