Dictators Go, Monarchs Stay

I am not a fan of American neoconservative Democracy projects, but this article by former Bush administration security adviser Elliott Abrams nevertheless makes good points comparing monarchies to republics in the Middle East.

Wealthy Asian Monarchs Outrank QEII

Forbes released its list of the world's richest royals, with Queen Elizabeth II (whose personal wealth has often been greatly exaggerated) ranked 12th.

Saad al-Sabah (1930-2008)

The former Emir of Kuwait has died after a long illness.

Democratic Monarchy in Kuwait

Surrounded by thriving absolute monarchies, some Kuwaitis are wondering if democracy is all it's cracked up to be.