The ancient city, which dates back to the Sabean dynasty of the 6th century B.C. , is expected to run out of drinking water as early as 2025 at current consumption levels, according to the Sanaa Water Basin Management Project funded by the World Bank. Full Article at Rantburg

SANAA, Yemen, Oct. 29 (UPI) -- Sanaa may be the first capital city in the world to run out of water. If that happens, it will be a signpost to the conflicts over shrinking resources that scientists and sociologists see coming in the decades ahead. Full Article at United Press International

When it comes to battling terrorism, most public attention has focused on Pakistan and Afghanistan. But officials are concerned that al-Qaida has found alternative accommodation in the troubled nation of Yemen. Full Article at Voice of America