A co-owner of the famed Middle East nightclub in Cambridge is stepping down, citing persistent online allegations about him, which he denies, according to an announcement from the club’s owners posted on Facebook. Joseph Sater, one of two brothers who own the club, had been targeted on social media with allegations of sexual misconduct since the #MeToo movement began last October. Bands, DJs, and performers had called for a boycott of the club last year to stand in solidarity with alleged victims. But no victims came forward to speak out publicly, and those who boycotted knew few details of the allegations. The Cambridge police had not received a complaint. Close The biggest headlines, delivered to your inbox Get news as it happens. Sign up for Boston.com's email news alerts. Thanks for signing up! … [Read more...] about Co-owner of Middle East nightclub stepping down amid misconduct claims
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US sanctions should pressure Iran to stop supporting terrorism and military activities in the Middle East
close Video Officials: Iran test-fires ballistic missile Iran test-fires ballistic missile as Trump hits Turkey, Russia and Iran with economic punishments; General Jack Keane weighs in on 'The Story with Martha MacCallum.' The Trump administration deserves credit for withdrawing from the disastrous Iran nuclear deal. A lot of pundits didn’t think President Trump was serious when he threatened to pull out of the agreement, but he showed otherwise. Now that the president has decided to impose “snapback” sanctions on Iran, we can now focus our economic power on the destabilizing behavior of the Iranian government. It is clear that Iran is promoting the expansion of military and terrorist activities across the Middle East. As the Trump administration rightfully begins to implement sanctions against Iran to combat this expansion, we have to examine the actions of the Iranian government on several fronts. Iran’s continued support of the Hezbollah … [Read more...] about US sanctions should pressure Iran to stop supporting terrorism and military activities in the Middle East
Egypt, Saudi Arabia less optimistic of Trump’s ‘Deal of Century’ to bring Middle East peace
By Jacob Wirtschafter and Mina Nader Special to USA Today Published 11:12 p.m. UTC Aug 22, 2018 CAIRO – Even as the White House moves to unveil its’ “Deal of the Century” vision for Middle East peace, it’s increasingly clear that that Arab enthusiasm to partner with President Donald Trump on a Palestinian-Israeli peace agreement is faltering. The central thrust of the plan – which Arab leaders have reportedly asked the Trump administration to withhold – is to focus first on an economic development program for Gaza with similar incentives applying to the West Bank only if Palestinians concede permanent control over Jerusalem with large settlement zones for Israelis and a limited sovereignty arrangement that is several steps short of full independence. But after a year of shuttle diplomacy and multiple meetings with leaders in Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Amman and Cairo, American envoys Jared Kushner and Jason Greenblatt have failed to convince … [Read more...] about Egypt, Saudi Arabia less optimistic of Trump’s ‘Deal of Century’ to bring Middle East peace
Likely final days of Club Bohemia announced, but Middle East has some comfort for Central
By Marc Levy Tuesday, August 21, 2018News that Club Bohemia is shutting down Sept. 1 below the Cantab Lounge leaves The Middle East complex the last rock clubs standing, and while co-owner Joseph Sater assured that the family establishments would be around so long as his generation lived, he could offer only hopes that the next generation of Saters would stay in the music business. “All that I know is that we’re not going anywhere. It’s our livelihood,” Sater said in a recent interview in the offices over The Middle East Upstairs, which the family owns and runs along with The Middle East Downstairs, its Corner Cafe and adjoining ZuZu; the Center for Arts at the Armory in Somerville; and The Firehouse in Allston. “And hopefully the kids will carry the torch onward.” “They love it, but when you’re gone, you can never know. Hopefully they’ll carry on. They’re good kids and they have the know-how,” Sater said. His brother, … [Read more...] about Likely final days of Club Bohemia announced, but Middle East has some comfort for Central
Artificial Intelligence Week Middle East to take place next month in Dubai
IQPC Middle East’s inaugural event is endorsed by Dubai Municipality and has UAE’s Ministry of Health & Prevention as the Healthcare Host Partner DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, August 20, 2018 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The launch of the ‘UAE Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2031’ in October last year provided a blueprint for organisations in the Middle East to incorporate Artificial Intelligence (AI) into their operations in order to improve efficiency and quality of their services and for the betterment of the society. With the AI revolution booming in the region, IQPC Middle East is hosting the inaugural Artificial Intelligence Week Middle East – a one-of-a-kind event - which will bring together global and regional AI leaders in the government, banking and healthcare sector under one roof. Endorsed by Dubai Municipality and with UAE’s Ministry of Health & Prevention as the Healthcare Host Partner, the event will gather over 300 top-level … [Read more...] about Artificial Intelligence Week Middle East to take place next month in Dubai