Tag: Middle East

  • Are You Wondering Why Gas Prices Have Fallen Recently?

    Are You Wondering Why Gas Prices Have Fallen Recently?

    The New York Times reports that gasoline prices are tumbling just in time for the holiday shopping season to begin. “Consumers can thank the tentative reduction in tensions in the Middle East and swelling supplies of domestic oil for their good fortune, and energy experts say prices could fall further if negotiations between the West […]

  • Mar 12 – The Iraq War Since 2003: Ten Years of Consequences

    Mar 12 – The Iraq War Since 2003: Ten Years of Consequences

    March 2013 marks the tenth anniversary of the start of the Iraq War. This discussion will focus on some of the consequences of the war from the perspective of Iraqis and the Middle East generally. When Tuesday, March 12, 2013 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Where UCSD, Robinson Auditorium, IR/PS Complex Panel: Mike Davis (UC […]

  • Feb 23 – Miko Peled Book Signing

    Dear Friends, Israeli American author Miko Peled talks & takes Q & A at Protea Gallery this Saturday, February 23, 6.00-8:30 PM. This should be a lively event. Miko Peled is the son of Matti Peled, one of the founders of the state of Israel. Miko recounts his family’s history and his own transformation after […]